7 Day Luxury Yoga Retreat in Portugal
DIY Yoga Retreat in Portugal
Step into a deeply nourishing yoga retreat experience in Loule, Portugal, where stunning coastal views and sun-drenched skies help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself. You’ll move your body through daily yoga and meditation, savor thoughtfully prepared plant-based meals, and immerse yourself in meaningful moments of connection—all within a supportive, like-minded community. Offered alongside our teacher training immersions, Lakshmi Rising yoga retreats provide a more spacious and relaxed experience. You’ll choose your own rhythm for the retreat with the invitation to join expert-led lectures, experiential workshops, and optional excursions—without the intensive study, homework, or practice teaching required of training participants. This is your time to explore, connect, and recharge at your pace.
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Highlights
- Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork classes
- Optional workshops on topics including Ayurveda, chakras, yoga philosophy, and more
- 6 nights accommodation in a private villa
- 3 gourmet organic plant-based meals per day
- Unlimited local fruits, organic coffee, and an assortment of teas
- Walking trails, coastal views, on-site infinity pool, and more
- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education credits according to your activity participation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Types
6 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Terrace
Throughout your wellness getaway, you’ll practice yoga in sunlit spaces, meditate in cozy indoor lounges, and share delicious Gaia Gourmet meals on the terrace. Between sessions, unwind by the saltwater infinity pool, nap on a Bali bed, or enjoy quiet reflection in the peaceful gardens. At the end of each day, you’ll retreat to your thoughtfully-appointed accommodations, with your choice of a single or shared room, each designed for tranquility and rejuvenation. Every detail of this sanctuary supports deep presence, soulful connection, and the natural rhythm of mindful living.
Program
The Retreat Experience
Arrive into a retreat experience designed to meet you exactly where you are. Our retreats run alongside our teacher training immersions, creating a rich and welcoming community of like-minded individuals all sharing in the same beautiful space.
As a retreat guest, you’ll have access to the full training experience, including daily yoga, meditation, group meals, lectures, experiential workshops, and optional excursions. You’re invited to participate in as much or as little as you wish, allowing you to move at your own pace and honor what you need most each day.
Lakshmi Rising’s Yoga Retreat is perfect for:
- Yoga lovers of all levels seeking a peaceful getaway in nature, with thoughtfully led classes and delicious, nourishing plant-based food
- Travelers seeking a more intentional way to explore where culture, connection, and wellness are woven together within a like-minded community
- Yoga teachers or YTT graduates who want to revisit the teachings, reconnect with the practice, and feel inspired again—without exams, pressure, or deadlines
- Anyone in need of a reset—physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually
Lakshmi Rising Yoga Retreat Schedule
Each morning, you’ll have the option to join a serene sunrise meditation and chanting session with breathtaking views of the ocean. Following energize your body and mind with a 90-minute Lakshmi Rising Vinyasa Flow class.
From here, the rest of the day is entirely yours to design. You may choose to:
- Immerse yourself in any of our yoga teacher training sessions
- Relax at our stunning retreat center, complete with a pool, gardens, and luxury accommodations
- Use this tranquil environment to focus on personal projects or remote work
- Venture out to discover nearby beaches, natural attractions, Algarve golf courses, thermal springs, wineries, or the vibrant Portuguese culture
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:00-8:00 Morning Meditation, Breathwork & Chanting
- 8:00-9:30 Vinyasa Yoga Asana Practice
- 9:30-11:00 Breakfast / Silent Hour for Self-Study
- 11:00-12:30 Posture Clinic & Anatomy Workshop
- 12:30-14:00 Teaching Methodology & Practicum
- 14:00-15:00 Gaia Gourmet Lunch
- 15:00-18:00 Rest, Self-Study & Integration
- 18:00-19:00 Embodied Movement & Meditation
- 19:00-20:00 Yoga Philosophy, Theory & History Discussion
- 20:00-21:00 Gaia Gourmet Dinner
Group Excursion Days
On Saturdays, we dedicate the day to exploring the beauty and culture of The Algarve. After our morning practice and a nourishing breakfast, the day is yours to design. Join a group or take the day for yourself. Popular excursions include:
- Hiking the Seven Hanging Valleys coastal trail
- Exploring downtown Loule and shopping at the Saturday market
- Visiting Ria Formosa National Park for beaches and dolphin-spotting
- Enjoying a wine tasting at a local vineyard or tasting room
- Booking a massage or facial at a local spa
Instructors
Liz Lindh
Dr. Elizabeth Lindh is the Founder and Program Director of Lakshmi Rising Yoga & Wellness, an international platform for transformational yoga education, wellness, travel, and conscious community. As the lead facilitator of Yoga Alliance-accredited teacher trainings, Liz has developed a rigorous, multidisciplinary certification program that has empowered over 1,200 students from nearly 50 countries to become yoga instructors. Her signature 200 and 300-hour trainings held in Costa Rica, France, Spain, Italy, and, beginning in 2026, Portugal.
Location
Your Lakshmi Rising yoga retreat takes place on a serene private estate nestled high in the charming hills of Loule, in the Algarve region of Portugal. While it offers the privacy and serenity you crave on a luxury wellness retreat, the 3-acre (12,000 sqm) gated estate is perfectly situated to balance seclusion with accessibility. Lush greenery, open skies, and coastal views invite deep introspection and community connection, while our convenient location near authentic Portuguese towns, picturesque beaches, and outdoor activities allows you to explore all the Algarve has to offer with ease. Whether you’re seeking cultural excursions or simply time to reconnect with yourself, our location makes it all possible.
- The Algarve is a magical place, and Lakshmi Rising’s all-inclusive yoga retreat is one of the best retreats Portugal has to offer—a haven for nourishing your body, mind, and soul.
Distance From:
- Pharmacies, organic grocery stores, boutique shopping, and local farmers markets: less than 5 minutes
- Private hospitals: 10 minutes
- Faro International Airport: 25 minutes
Features
Activities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Lounge
- Terrace
Food
Plant-Based Cuisine by Gaia Gourmet
Lakshmi Rising partners with Gaia Gourmet to cater all of our yoga retreats. You’ll receive three delicious plant-based meals each day, designed to support your practice and nourish your body, mind, and spirit. Gaia Gourmet chefs thoughtfully craft each dish from the freshest local ingredients, following yogic and Ayurvedic wisdom and drawing inspiration from global cuisines. The result is a menu that delights the senses, enhances vitality, and supports your inner growth and awakening.
Not only are we yogis, but we are spiritual environmentalists, honoring the interconnectedness of all beings. This awareness guides our choice of a plant-based diet, rooted in Ahimsa, the yogic principle of non-harming ourselves, other humans, animals, plants, oceans, and Earth.
Gaia Gourmet chefs are also food artists, using the plate as a canvas to create beauty and nourish the body at a cellular level through all of the senses. This philosophy fuels every aspect of the menu we serve at each yoga teacher training. We provide three nutritious, world-class vegan and vegetarian meals daily, each intentionally prepared to meet your nutritional needs while leaving you feeling light and balanced. Your training immersion is not only a yoga teacher certification program, but a culinary retreat!
Mornings begin with a vibrant buffet breakfast to energize your body and mind. Lunch, our largest meal of the day, provides balanced, sustaining nourishment, complete with decadent and nutrient-rich dessert. Evenings conclude with a calming dinner designed to ground your energy and nurture restoration.
Here’s some of the world-class cuisine you’ll enjoy on your Lakshmi Rising luxury yoga retreat:
Breakfast Buffet
- Overnight oats & chia, nut butter, fresh local fruits
- Multigrain bread, marmalade & butter
- Sliced cucumbers & tomatoes
- Option to have hard-boiled eggs and fresh local cheeses
Lunch
- Zucchini-Basil Pesto Linguine; Arugula, Orange & Fennel Salad with Sweet Balsamic Drizzle; Hand-Crafted Dark Chocolate Truffles
- Chana Masala & Caribbean Coconut Rice; Arugula, Watermelon & Mint Salad with Optional Feta Cheese; Dark Chocolate Tart with Vanilla Coconut Cream
- Pesto Primavera Lasagna; Arugula Salad with Creamy Avocado, Panamanian Chili & Cucumber Dressing; Lemon & Passionfruit Cheesecake
- Moroccan Quinoa Couscous with Coconut Raita & Blackened Tofu; Kale & Roasted Chickpea Salad with Honey-Ginger Dressing; Magical Coconut Dark Chocolate Bars
Dinner
- Miso Soup with Ginger Soba Noodle Salad
- Leek and White Bean Cassoulet with a Vegan / Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuit
- Kale and Camote Kichari with Red Lentils, Brown Rice & Eclectic Indian Spice Blend
- French Country Pistou Soup with Garlic Bread
At Lakshmi Rising, all of our meals are vegan and gluten-free with an occasional option to add cheese or to eat whole-wheat pasta, and we do our best to accommodate our guests’ food allergies.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
What's included
- Daily yoga, meditation, and pranayama practices
- Expert-led lectures and experiential workshops on topics including Ayurveda, chakras, yoga philosophy, and more!
- Opening ceremony with intention-setting
- Beautiful accommodations for the entire duration of your immersion
- Three nourishing vegan and vegetarian meals daily (excluding days off)
- Unlimited coffee, tea, and seasonal fruit
- Exclusive access to beautiful private estate including use of on-site outdoor swimming pool
- Use of provided yoga props (blocks, straps, and bolsters)
- Light daily housekeeping and weekly self-serve laundry, detergent provided
- Wi-Fi access in designated areas
- Pre-arrival orientation materials, travel guidance, and packing list
- Personalized mentorship from our team of master trainers
- On-site support from our caring staff and facilitators
- Yoga Alliance Continuing Education credits according to your activity participation
- 6 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Optional group excursions
- Lunch & dinner on excursion days
- Yoga mat
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer not provided
Faro Airport
18 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Lisbon Portela Airport
202 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Faro International Airport (FAO) is the closest airport, though you may find international flights into Lisbon (LIS) more convenient or affordable. If you plan to arrive via Lisbon (Lisboa), take the train or FlixBus service from Lisboa to Loule or Faro (3-4 hours).
Arrival by taxi / train
The venue is an easy 25-minute taxi ride from Faro International Airport and 15 minutes from the Loule train station. Uber is also readily available.
Arrival by car
Free parking is available at the villa for those arriving by personal car.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 21% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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