16th - 21st June 2025
Portugal
Elemental Yoga Retreat in the Portugese Mountains
Join Christie and the Oru team for a sunshine filled 5 night 6 day yoga retreat from June 16th - 21st.
The retreat will take place in the beautiful Serra de Estrela mountains, a natural healing sanctuary nestled in the stunning foothills and without a car or house in sight.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this abundant wilderness. Explore cascading river pools, wander endless trails and listen deeply to the sensations of forest bathing.
Each day we will journey through a different elements - fire, earth, water, air and ether, tapping into the powerful qualities that these elements offer to us. By connecting deeply with the rhythm of nature, we will go on a journey to deeper connection with ourselves and one another.
Find the space to rest and release, cocooned within the sanctuary of the valley, and nourished by delicious daily plant-based meals. This retreat is designed to give you a sense of escape from busy city life, the opportunity for deep rest and relaxation, and the chance to explore a variety of daily healing practices such as mandala yoga, meditation, journaling, dance and breathwork.
The rest of the time will be free for you to relax, explore, sunbathe, read, get a treatment or walk along the surrounding mountain trails.
This retreat will be a warm, welcoming space for you to deeply connect outwards to nature, and inwards to yourself. Everyone is welcome, and the yoga classes will cater to all levels of experience. However we would recommend that you are not a total beginner, and have been regularly attending yoga classes for a minimum of 6 months to get the most out of the retreat.
Facilities and Activities
Natural plunge pools
Beautiful views and hikes from our doorstep
Yoga shala with all props and mats provided
Additional workshop provided on one afternoon
Massage treatments available
Sweat Lodge & Fire Pit (weather permitting)
Retreat Schedule
7.30am - Teas, Coffee, Light snacks
8am - 90 minute dynamic morning practice (Vinyasa, Dynamic Flow, Mandala Vinyasa)
9.30am - Meditation
10am - Brunch
11am - Free time for swimming, reading, treatments, walks
2pm - Light lunch
4pm - Afternoon workshop on one afternoons, excursion to swimming spot on another
5pm - 90 minute restorative evening practice (Yin, Slow Flow)
6.30pm - Daily sharing circle
7pm - Dinner
*subject to change
Room Options
Accommodation will be rustic and comfortable, as we sleep close to nature and experience an outdoor lifestyle. Choose from limited solo rooms or sharer rooms, with the option of coming with a friend or arranging a shared room with another retreat guest (Oru can help facilitate this). Cottages are open plan so shared spaces. All room options have shared bathrooms and showers.
Moses/Adega Cottage
Shared open plan cottage
7 beds available
£975
Ninja Suite
1 small private single room
Tucked away, cosy
£1050
Soulpads
Private Bell Tents
Double bed tents £1900 between 2
1 twin bed tent £1900 either solo or between 2
3 single bed tents £995
Farmhouse
Private Rooms
2 double bed rooms £1990 between 2
Where you’ll stay
Oleiros, Portugal
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The centre of Portugal isn’t as well known as other parts of Portugal. Oleiros is far off the international tourist routes and as such is still undiscovered. It is quiet, humble and beautiful in its remoteness. The isolated nature of the mountain communities here means there is vastness, space and untouched beauty for you to enjoy. Even though you are just 2 hours from Lisbon, it feels like you are totally off the grid.
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We recommend flying to Lisbon airport, there are frequent daily options for low prices from London or many other UK airports.
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We recommend travelling via Lisbon for regular Rede Expressos coach services to the local town of Oleiros, where Oru will arrange pick up for the short drive to the valley. We recommend arriving in Lisbon a day early, as daily coaches depart at 7am. You can buy your coach tickets online (only visible a month in advance), via the Rede Expressos or via the MyRNE app on Apple or Google Play, from Lisboa Sete Rios to Oleiros . The Sete Rios coach station in Lisbon is located close to both the airports and city centre and easily accessible by metro, shuttle bus or taxi.
For those driving from Lisbon or Porto, you’ll find the most up to date and accurate directions on Google maps, as some roads don’t always featured on sat navs.
Teachers
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In a faced paced city like London, space is key to bring calm. Christie’s classes start slow, easing you into the space and offering anchors to help ground yourself in the present moment. Influenced by her teachers of both Seasonal Yoga and Mandala Vinyasa, Christie’s classes will help bring meaning to movement. Her flows are rooted in the ethos of living in tune with seasonal change, as well as with the four basic elements - Earth, Fire, Water and Air. You can expect dynamic transitions and assisted alignment cues, always to the beat of a delicately curated playlist that will allow you to wind out of the mind and into the body. Whether you find yourself practising Vinyasa, Mandala, or Yin with Christie, you’ll leave feeling present, lighter, and in tune with your own rhythm.
Prices
* Early bird 🦜£50 per person discount on rooms booked by 10th February 2025
Bookings are confirmed by the upfront payment of the non-refundable deposit of £300 per person.
Moses/Adega Cottage
Shared open plan cottage
7 beds available
£975
Ninja Suite
1 small private single room
Tucked away, cosy
£1050
Soulpads
Private Bell Tents
2 double bed tents £1975 between 2
1 twin bed tent £1975 either solo or between 2
3 single bed tents £995
Farmhouse
Private Rooms
2 double bed rooms £1990 between 2
Ready to unwind and reconnect with yourself?
Secure your spot today.