Yoga & beach retreat on the island of Kefalonia, Greece

11 - 18 June 2025

Cost from £595

Teacher Raquel Alves

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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 cliff path down from Vigla to a small, quiet beach and the 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 a 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 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 and no yoga on travel days.

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 quiet 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 can 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 with air conditioning and private balconies with sea views. All apartments have either one, two or three bedrooms, a bathroom, a small lounge area and kitchen facilities.

Client Reviews

I had an absolutely wonderful retreat with Raquel at beautiful Vigla. Such a special place made home by Anna and Anna. Their kindness and generosity couldn’t be bettered. The yoga platform must be one of the best places on earth to practice, early morning when the sun hasn’t come over the mountains yet, and the sea is like silver. The birds are singing and the air is filled with the scent of pine. Raquel’s teaching comes from a place of deep knowledge and inspiration and the soul soars. Thank you YOAS for making it all possible.
Sady
It was an amazing time, the location of the retreat is quiet and relaxing, the yoga platform overlooking the ocean is a treat for the eyes. Raquel is an amazing, creative and funny teacher. Every training was different and very deep and relaxing.
Katharina
I had a great time in Kefalonia. It was lovely to be back! Raquel is a wonderful teacher. From the beginning, she made everyone feel so comfortable and welcome. I learned so much from her teaching and thoroughly enjoyed my time with such a friendly and dynamic group. The location and accommodation are perfect, too. I certainly hope to be back again next year.
Liz

Yoga & beach retreat on the island of Kefalonia, Greece, 11 - 18 June 2025

Costs

Sharing a twin or double room in a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartment £595
Single room in a 2 or 3 bedroom apartment £695 
Single room in a 1 bedroom apartment £795
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 11 June and departure is anytime on 18 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