Itinerary - Athens and Kythera

Our Greek island yoga and culture retreat includes a daily yoga class (all levels or just curious), meditation,  explorations and hikes through Greek history, culture, food, monasteries, Byzantine ruins and stunning sunrises and sunsets.

Days 1 and 2: Athens

 We will be staying in a centrally located hotel.  After  you arrive and get settled we will explore Athens with our tour guide, George Kosmides

 We will explore the Ancient Agora and the Acropolis as well as the new, remarkable world-class New Acropolis Museum.  http://www.theacropolismuseum.com

We will have our welcome dinner at a restaurant in the Ancient Plaka. 

 
 
Greek Island Retreat offers transformative retreats in Greece on the magical island of Kythira.

View of the Acropolis from the hotel's rooftop

Greek Island Retreat offers transformative retreats in Greece on the magical island of Kythira.

Welcome to Kythera Seaside Dinner

Day 3: Fly to Kythera & Explore

After breakfast in Athens our limo will take us to the Athens Airport for a short flight to Kythera. We will pick up our rental cars and start to explore the island.

We are staying in the charming port town of Agia Pelagia. Our beautiful accommodations are at the Pelagia Aphrodite seaside hotel - http://www.pelagia-aphrodite.com/en/home

After getting settled we will meet for our first meditation. In the evening we will have a Welcome to Kythera Dinner at a charming beach-side restaurant, a short walk from our hotel.

Greek Island Retreat offers transformative retreats in Greece on the magical island of Kythira.

Sunrise from our hotel on Kythera

Days 3 to 9: Exploring Cultural Sites, Yoga, Meditation

Each day consists of morning yoga, fresh local breakfast, exploring cultural, sacred and historic sites, hikes, beaches, afternoon meditation and excellent healthy local meals, all surrounded by remarkably picturesque and peaceful scenery. We will be balancing our daily excursions with time for rest and renewal.

Yoga classes will be a mixture of all levels as well as restorative yoga. The classes will be adapted to fit the overall needs and level of the group.

Optional massage if possible will be offered for additional charge.

View of our hotel from local Agia Pelagia beach

Included in our retreat:

  • Personalized, small group guided explorations of Athens and Kythera island

  • Hotels - two nights in Athens, six nights in Kythera

  • Daily breakfast at hotels with fresh local offerings

  • Daily yoga and meditation practice

  • Several hikes to beautiful island areas including ancient site of Aphrodite's Rising, secluded beaches, medieval castles and Byzantine ruins.

  • Visit to the sacred Monastery of the Black Madonna (Myrtidiotissa).

  • Hike to refreshing waterfalls and enchanting villages.

  • Four dinners - Athens, opening night in Kythera, mid-week and closing night

  • Transportation - limo from Athens hotel to airport, short flight to Kythera, transportation around the island, short flight back to Athens

  • Museum entrance fees - Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, National Archeology Museum and others

  • Daily guided walks in Athens and around the island - highlighting cultural and historical features

  • Ultra high-quality olive oil tasting

  • Local herb walk

  • Massage therapy available for extra fee.