Yoga & beach retreat on the island of Kefalonia, Greece

2 - 9 June 2024

Cost from £545

Teacher Amy McDonald

Holiday Expired

About Vigla

The first thing to strike you about Vigla Village is its sublime location on the Ionian Coast of the Greek island of Kefalonia. It's a feast for the senses as you take in the intoxicating smell of the pine and eucalyptus trees and the crystal clear, deep blue of the Ionian sea. Coupled with the welcoming and open-hearted Greek hospitality of Anna, Angelos and Yannis, you cannot help but begin to relax as soon as you arrive.

Perched high on a clifftop, the clean and comfortable apartments with private balconies, overlook the inspiring panorama. Just a short stroll away you can take the picturesque path down to Vigla's own small private beach and the warm and inviting sea.

Vigla Village simply blows you away; it's the sort of place that you want to come back to time after time.

Retreat programme

Each day will begin with morning yoga class of meditation and a flowing asana practice on the wonderful yoga platform overlooking the endless blue ocean, opening the body and attuning the mind to the breath.

Morning practice will be followed by a hearty breakfast. Then you will be free to head off down to the beach, relax by the pool or explore the stunning beauty of the surroundings.

The group will meet again in the late afternoon for a second more restorative/yin class to delve deeper into the postures. The classes will be suitable for all levels and yoga experience. There will be one yoga free day during the week.

In the evenings, there are a few charming traditional Greek tavernas within walking distance of Vigla. Lunch and dinner aren't included in the cost to give people the option to go for dinner as a group or self cater if they prefer. Each apartment has a small kitchen and the local supermarket will deliver.

Things to do

One could quite easily while away a week of deep rest and rejuvenation here, enjoying the wonderful private beach and swimming pool. There's also plenty of space at Vigla Village to find a quiet spot in the shade of the trees enjoying the colours and fragrance of the beautiful flowers.

There's another pretty beach just a 10 minute walk away and the small centre of the village of Spartia, with a couple of shops and a restaurant, is a 30 minute walk away.

For those with an adventurous spirit you could hire a car to explore the outstanding beauty of this island. Caves, boat trips, snorkelling, fishing, trips to stunning local villages and a visit to Myrtos, known to be one of the world's most beautiful beaches, are amongst some of the many things on offer in Kefalonia.

Accommodation

Vigla Village offers self catering apartments which are clean, spacious and have air conditioning and private balconies with sea views. All apartments have between one, two or three bedrooms, a bathroom, small lounge area and kitchen facilities.

Client Reviews

We had an excellent experience at Vigla Village with YOAS. The hosts Anna and Janis were exceptionally warm and friendly. We had beautiful views from our apartment and there was lots of space to walk /relax throughout the pretty resort. The view of the sea was amazing from pretty much every angle at Vigla Village! The local beach was stunning, the best beach we visited during our stay. The vegetarian breakfasts were delicious and plentiful. My massage from Christina under the pine trees was amazing! There is a unique serenity and beauty to Vigla Village. We absolutely loved the simplicity of our time in this special place. Thank you so much to everyone involved in making our stay so comfortable and unforgettable. We will certainly be coming back!
Lara & Tomas
What a wonderful, rejuvenating, soul stirring time was spent among like minded people in gorgeous Kefalonia. The place itself is a tonic with its pine trees, azure seas and yoga shala with breathtaking views. This is my second YOAS retreat and it won't be my last. Their teachers are world class, the places they find are beautiful and Wendy is always helpful. I feel renewed and restored after my week in Kefalonia following a tough year. Highly recommend this company.
Lisa
A big thank you! What a beautiful place in an amazing setting. To spend a week with such a wonderful group of people was so heart warming. Amy' s Yoga sessions were a treat for body mind and soul. I am already looking forward to my next Retreat with YOAS.
Sabina

Press Reviews

 Kefalonia - YOAS Yoga Retreats

Seduced by the sea with YOAS on Kefalonia

The Global Retreat Company, July 2017

Sasha Bates reviews this uplifting yoga holiday on Kefalonia with Yoga Teacher Dory Walker and is seduced by the beauty of the sea and contact with the locals.

As a big fan of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin it was hard to resist the prospect of a week of yoga on the island on which it is set. One of the Ionian island off Greece’s west coast, Kefalonia is hilly, largely undeveloped, and surrounded by clear calm waters lapping rocky bays. For nine weeks a year YOAS Yoga Retreats set up home here at a small family-run venue, Vigla Village, overlooking Spartia beach in the South West. I join long-time YOAS teacher, Dory Walker, on a week of her own blend of Sivananda, Krishanamacharya and Iyengar-based practice.

Read the full article on the The Global Retreat Company

To see more of Dory’s retreats, click here

Yoga & beach retreat on the island of Kefalonia, Greece, 2 - 9 June 2024

Costs

Sharing a twin or double room in a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartment £545
Single room in a 2 or 3 bedroom apartment £645 
Single room in a 1 bedroom apartment £745
All room rates are per person.
All apartments share a bathroom, small lounge area and kitchen facilities.

Includes:
Accommodation
Daily breakfast
Daily meditation and yoga classes (apart from one yoga free day)

Not included:
Airport transfers (30-35 euros for a taxi each way, we will group people together where possible to share the cost). Other meals.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required on booking and the balance is due 6 weeks before you travel.

Travel Arrangements

Kefalonia has its own airport and there are a range of direct flights from Europe. It is also possible to take an indirect flight via the Greek mainland.

Airport transfers will be arranged for you. The price will depend on numbers sharing the cost and time of arrival. Arrival is anytime on 2 June and departure is anytime on 9 June. No yoga on travel days.

There are a few airlines that fly to Kefalonia direct and it is also possible to take an internal flight from the Greek mainland. Here are a selection of websites for flights:-

www.skyscanner.net
www.easyjet.com
www.ba.com
www.ryanair.com
www.tui.co.uk