Yoga & Meditation

Relax. Reflect. Recharge. Restart

Yoga & Meditation Retreat close to Santa Cruz, Portugal

Do you feel like the occasional yoga session, a glass of wine in front of the TV at the end of the day, or a bubble bath once in a while are not enough for you to relax completely? Do you long for time for yourself, a time-out from running around taking care of everything and everyone?

We’ve got you covered. We have designed our one-week program in a way that you can completely relax and we take care of the rest!

Once we’ll pick you up at Lisbon Airport, you can leave all your worries behind. Take care of your body during morning yoga sessions, guided walks, and with delicious home cooked vegetarian meals, prepared with love and ingredients from our garden.

Enjoy a good night’s sleep and well-deserved me-time in a private room with a private bathroom. Experience a holistic lifestyle firsthand.

Take care of your mind with our different meditation practices at the end of each day. Join in on inspiring conversations during meals and activities.

Take care of your soul by enjoying our trips to Nazaré and Óbidos, as well as the wine tasting. Get out into nature and recharge with the raw beauty of Portugal’s endless coastline. Take time to reflect and to get back in touch with yourself.

And, of course, feel like a part of the 4elements family and enjoy the company of a small group of like-minded individuals here at our home.

Whether you are travelling alone or with a friend or family member, whether you are a beginner at yoga or already a practitioner, you are more than welcome at our retreat.

After 8340 minutes of relaxation here at our retreat you’ll return home feeling rejuvenated, reconnected with yourself and the world around you, and ready for whatever is to come!

Our retreat is the right one for you, if you:

Want to recharge your batteries and feel absolutely carefree, comfortable and with space for privacy
Want to experience connection in a familiar atmosphere in a small group with likeminded people
Learn more about all the aspects of yoga, mental and physical wellbeing, spirituality
Want to have time for yourself and the opportunity to reflect on your life
Learn more about a healthy lifestyle, routines and habits
Enjoy to get inspired by a week of vegetarian, home cooked meals with fresh ingredients from the garden
Like to experience a week as a part of the 4elements family and our realistic holistic lifestyle

What’s included

It is our aim to make you feel at home and completely relaxed and free of worries. Therefore, we have created the program in a way, that everything you need is included:

6 nights in single or double room with private bathroom
tasty vegetarian food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) mostly produced in our garden
tea, coffee and non-alcoholic drinks
6 Hatha yoga sessions every morning of your stay (90 min.) with pranayama, asanas and relaxation, one of them aerial yoga
5 meditation sessions (60 min.)
1 opening circle
1 closing circle
one trip to Nazaré – home of the biggest waves in the world, we’ll visit the exposition of big waves and the spot and Óbidos, a medieval village
1 wine tasting at a local winery
2 guided walks
free transfer from/to Lisbon Airport (pick up Sun. 5 pm, drop off Sat. 1 pm)
free internet
free cuddles with our fluffies 😍
additional activities can be arranged at extra costs (e.g. massage, coaching sessions, RTT©(Hypnotherapy))

At 4elements retreat we speak English, Portuguese and German fluently. Our Thai, Italian and French knowledge is a bit rusty, but serves for emergencies. The program will be held in English.

Our Prices

Single Room 1499€

Double room* 2099€

* price valid for one room with double occupancy, all inclusive.

All our prices include taxes

We’re Ali & Pedro - Your hosts

Olá and Namaste! We’re Ali and Pedro, a German-Portuguese couple passionate about holistic wellbeing, yoga, and creating a space where you can truly relax and reconnect with yourself. With years of experience in yoga instruction and holistic health, we’re dedicated to helping you find balance and peace during your stay.

Our journey began with the vision of a retreat that feels like home—where every guest is treated like family. We’ve poured our hearts into our retreat on Portugal’s stunning West Coast, blending our love for yoga, nature, and holistic living. Whether you’re new to yoga or deepening your practice, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.

We can’t wait to welcome you and share this transformative experience with you.

What is waiting for you?

Get a real sense of what you’ll experience at our retreat. Our gallery showcases the spaces where you’ll practise yoga, relax in nature, and enjoy healthy meals with fellow guests. From the comfort of your room to the beauty of our gardens, these photos offer a glimpse of the tranquil, welcoming atmosphere that awaits you here.

Our Retreat Through the Eyes of Our Guests: Honest Testimonials

This is a brilliant retreat if you are new to yoga or a beginner. Pedro is amazing. Both he and Ali are excellent hosts; nothing is too much trouble. The food is all home cooked, made from fruit and vegetables on the farm. This is a place I really want to return to again and again. A real gem! I loved my stay here. I had been neglecting my health and felt unfit. I wanted to improve my technique and increase my understanding of yoga. I liked the location and was attracted to the fact that it was a retreat for a small group. It looked as if it had a good balance of yoga and other activities. I liked the fact that the meals were provided for and it was great value for money. I have benefitted from the expertise of Pedro who is a great communicator and a brilliant instructor. He has shown me correct alignment of postures and moves. I now believe I can do yoga. My fitness level has already improved.

After many months of winter hibernation, I definitely needed a health reset. I was already doing some yoga but it wasn't regular and I wanted to get back in the flow.This retreat literally changed my life. It was my first solo trip and I was so afraid! I didn't know if I would get along with anyone or if the yoga would be too advanced. It was also in a country I had never been before and don't speak the language. The people were so amazing. The hosts, Ali & Pedro made sure you are comfortable from the first second you arrive. The other guests seem to be on the same journey as you so it was incredibly easy to connect. I was shocked at how well we all got along ( we are still friends after the retreat!) And honestly, the Portuguese people in general are so friendly. I had the best time. They do offer to pick up/drop off from the airport however my flight was delayed so they arranged for private transport which started and ended the trip perfectly. This trip has inspired me to keep traveling. I would strongly recommend it to anyone who feels they need a little reset to prioritize their well-being. Don't be scared!! Book it, you will not regret it ❤️

I highly recommend taking the chance to go on a yoga retreat! I think Ali and Pedro are lovely hosts. It feels like home. We were such a great group and I miss them already. The food was delicious (most from the garden) and Pedro is a great yoga teacher. The meditation with Ali was great too. I needed some time of my own. Also for inspiration for my own Yoga sessions and Yoga Retreat. I wanted to participate in a Yoga Retreat with few practitioners of yoga for a more friendly atmosphere. After spending a week on a yoga retreat my body feels more light and healthy. Now I’m sure that I really want to go in for start my own Yoga shala back in Sweden.

FAQ

I am travelling by myself; do I have to share the room with someone else?

You always have a private room with private bathroom. Only if you prefer to share a room with a with a friend, family member or partner that you travel with, you can also book a double room.

Do I have to bring a yoga mat?

No, we provide yoga mats and props like blocks, belts, bolsters and blankets. If you prefer to bring your own mat, please feel free to do so.

I am arriving/departing at another time than the times mentioned for the airport transfer, what can I do?

If you are arriving earlier than 4pm or leaving later than 3pm, we can give you some tips on how to spend the time well rather than hanging out at the airport. There are lockers to leave your luggage, so you can move around more freely. If you spend time before in Lisbon, please come back to the airport for the shuttle, we don’t do pick ups in any other place.

If you arrive later and don’t make it to the shuttle at 5pm please contact us so we can give you tips on how to get here. The main possibilities are a private cab/uber or taking the bus. Please note that arrival at the retreat after 10pm is not possible, since we start the program at 7:30am on Monday morning.

You can find more about this in our retreat info pdf that we will send you after your booking.

Can I arrive on other days than Sunday? Is there a possibility to attend less days?

If you are not able to arrive on Sunday you can still join on Monday and will miss a little bit of the program. Airport transfer will then have to be arranged differently and can't be included in the price. Please contact us in this case.

Our retreats always run from Sunday to Saturday and we have designed the program to fit well in this 7 day timeframe. Since we are a familiar place with only 5 rooms, so small groups, it is also nicer for the group to stay together for the entire time. Should you have to leave a bit early, please contact us.

I have never done yoga before; can I attend the retreat?

Our classes are suitable for beginners. We teach in small groups (less than 10 people), so we can address different levels and needs. You can always approach us, if something isn’t clear or you need help with a pose.

How do I book? What are the payment options?

You can book directly through the link under this FAQ section. We require a deposit of around 30% to fix the booking, the remaining amount will be due upon arrival. The deposit can be paid via credit card or PayPal. The remainder can be paid in cash (Euro), by bank transfer or via credit card (Visa and Master).

What is the cancellation policy?

If you must cancel your attendance 30 days prior to the retreat start date you can reschedule or receive a voucher for the entire amount. If you wish a refund of your deposit, we will refund you the amount minus a small service charge (15€) for bookings made directly through our website.

If you cancel less than 30 days prior to the retreat start date, a refund of the money is not possible. You can read all the details in our Terms & Conditions.

Which style of yoga do you teach?

We teach Hatha Yoga in the morning, the most ancient yoga style and the “mother” of all other styles. Hatha yoga consists of Asana (postures), Pranayama (breathing exercises), Mudras (gestures) and bandhas (energy locks) as well as Shatkarma (cleansing techniques). If you want to know more about the differences between Hatha yoga and other popular styles like Vinyasa, this blog article will be useful to you. One morning of the retreat we will also practice aerial yoga, which uses silks hanging off the ceiling to support you in the poses. In the evening we will have one lesson of Yin Yoga, a more meditative form of yoga.