About this trip
Join us as we retreat to Eirð, an exclusive water front retreat on Iceland's south coast. Eirð is located on a peninsula by Lake Gislholtsvatn, providing extra privacy with a connection to nature and an opportunity to practice mindfulness.
Icelandic locals describe September as the time of year to say goodbye to the midnight sun and hello to the northern lights. The earth seems to inhale in autumn, drawing its energy downward. This is a time to release old patterns, much like trees letting go of their leaves; a time to prepare inwardly for the silent, peaceful spirit of winter; a time to review our "harvest" of accomplishments and redefine our intentions. Attuning to this change of seasons is the perfect backdrop for a yoga retreat, giving ourselves quiet space for introspection, evaluation and contemplation. It can also be an opportunity to plan how we will spend the coming longer winter evenings - perhaps taking our cue from the earth to do less and savoring the darkness, without which their would be no light!
Our yoga practices will reflect the the calm, expansive spirit of Iceland and the seasonal shift into autumn with slow movement, steady breathing, silent meditation, plus poetry and daily journaling prompts to provide focus and inspiration. As with all of our retreats, everything is optional and you are encouraged to craft the week to give yourself exactly what you need. We are eagerly anticipating a magical journey to Iceland with you!!
ETIAS Visa
Beginning in 2025, a European visa waiver will be required of US Citizens to travel to Iceland. The application is not yet available. We will notify you when it is open, and you will then be able to process your online application.
Your travel document should be valid for more than three months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the European countries requiring ETIAS and should not be older than 10 years.
What’s included
- Lodging
- Meals and SnacksNordic-inspired healthy and nourishing meals and snacks lovingly prepared by Ananda and Taylor. Locally sourced, in season ingredients.
- Daily Yogamovement, breathwork, meditation
- Yoga Nidraguided deep relaxation
- Yin Yogawith Nicole Cari
- Daily Journaling Circle
- Kayaks
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Gratuities
What’s not included
- Flights to Iceland
- Transportation to EirdWe are recommending renting a car from the airport with a few friends as the location is remote and a car during the retreat will allow you to explore Iceland at your leisure.
- Alcohol
Available Packages
This package is for one twin bed in a SHARED A-Frame guest house.
Overlooking the lake through floor to ceiling windows, each of the 3 guest houses has two single beds, luxurious bedding, a full bathroom, and a kitchenette with a refrigerator and small freezer. A Nespresso coffee maker and speakers are found in each of our guesthouses. Enjoy an early morning coffee from your private deck and at night, keep watch for the Northern Lights.
To make this room private, add two packages to your cart and at check out, enter the discount code PRIVATE.
This package is for one twin bed in a SHARED bedroom conveniently located in the new yoga shala building. Each bedroom has floor to ceiling windows, luxurious bedding, twin beds, a bathroom with a shower and a kitchenette with a Nespresso coffee maker, a refrigerator and small freezer. A shared deck is the perfect location to watch for the Northern Lights.
If you would like to make this room private, add two packages to the cart and enter the discount code PRIVATE at check out.
This package is for one twin bed in a SHARED room in the main house with a shared bathroom. Located on the second floor of the main house, above the kitchen and living spaces with beautiful views of the surrounding nature. Easy access to the outdoor hot tub and decks where you can keep watch for the Northern Lights.
If you would like to make this room private, add two packages to the cart and enter the discount code PRIVATE at check out.