Return to your roots. Remember what matters.
Join us on the beautiful Greek island of Andros for six days and five nights designed to give you a break from the busyness of everyday life and a chance to reconnect with yourself.
Surrounded by the history, culture and natural beauty of Greece, we’ll settle into island life at Aegea Blue, a family owned retreat overlooking the Aegean Sea. Our days will include daily yoga, fresh Mediterranean meals, exploring Andros by land and water, spa treatments, pool time and plenty of space to relax and enjoy where we are.
There will be time to move, time to explore, time to connect with each other and time to do absolutely nothing at all.
At the heart of this retreat is a simple idea: getting away from the routines and distractions of everyday life can help us remember what feels good, what matters to us and what we want to make more space for when we return home.
Come for Greece, yoga, good food and great company. Leave feeling rested, refreshed and ready to rise.
The founder and owner of Root to Rise Power Yoga in St. Johns, FL, Caia McInerney is an ERYT-500 invested in building community and connection through the practice of yoga. While she was initially drawn to yoga for the physical benefits, Caia’s 20+ year practice has extended to influence every aspect of her life, and her greatest wish is to share it with others. Caia encourages her students to take their yoga with them every time they step off of their mats, so that they too might experience more meaning, more gratitude, and more joy in their lives. Now, Caia is inviting you to take your yoga even further out into the world - to the roots of civilization in Andros, Greece - where you can return to the roots of who you authentically are, remember what you want out of life, and rise up to achieve whatever your heart desires!
Just a short ferry ride from Athens, Andros is a beautiful Greek island in the Cyclades known for its beaches, charming seaside villages, natural landscapes and rich history. It offers a quieter, more laid-back side of Greece, making it the perfect place to slow down, explore and settle into island life.
Our home for the retreat is Aegea Blue, a family-owned resort overlooking the Aegean Sea near Zorgos Beach. Surrounded by nature, the property features sea-view villas, a swimming pool, restaurant and plenty of space to relax. It gives us the privacy and peaceful setting of a retreat while still being able to get out and experience the best of Andros.
By registering for the Root to Rise Greece Retreat, June 6–11, 2027, you agree to the Retreat Booking Terms & Conditions and Participant Liability Waiver provided during checkout.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space. Your reservation is not confirmed until the deposit has been received.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is required for all participants. Guests are responsible for their own flights, passports, visas and entry requirements.
Retreat itineraries and activities are subject to reasonable changes due to weather, availability, safety or circumstances outside of our control. No refunds will be provided for late arrivals, early departures or unused portions of the retreat.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at booking. The remaining retreat balance will be divided into three installments:
November 6, 2026
February 6, 2027
April 6, 2027 — Final Payment
All payments must be made by the applicable due dates. Failure to make a scheduled payment may result in cancellation of your reservation and release of your space.
The $500 deposit is non-refundable at all times.
Payments made beyond the deposit are refundable only when written cancellation is received at least 120 days before the retreat start date.
For this retreat, the 120-day cancellation deadline is February 6, 2027. Cancellations received after this date are non-refundable, and no refunds will be provided for late arrivals, early departures or unused portions of the retreat.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation and interruption coverage.
Stay in a beautiful villa at Aegea Blue, with your selected room type and views overlooking the Aegean Sea.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 6, with one lunch on your own to explore the restaurants of Batsi.
Classes led by Caia, with practices thoughtfully woven throughout the retreat experience.
Spend a full day out on the Aegean Sea, taking in the coastline, swimming, relaxing, and enjoying island life from the water (weather dependent).
Spend the day exploring the seaside town of Batsi, visit a historic monastery, and enjoy a local winery experience and tasting.
Learn to prepare traditional local favorites including traditional bread, tzatziki and gemista, classic Greek stuffed tomatoes.
Roundtrip ferry tickets between Rafina Port and Gavrio Port on Andros.
Roundtrip transfers from Athens International Airport to Rafina Port and from Gavrio Port to Aegea Blue. Airport transfers available at select scheduled times.
Roundtrip airfare to and from Athens International Airport (ATH).
Comprehensive travel insurance is required and must be purchased separately.
Tips for guides, drivers, retreat staff and other service providers.
Souvenirs, shopping, additional food or drinks, and other personal purchases.
Any excursions, spa treatments or activities not specifically listed as included in your retreat package.
Visa fees and any other travel or entry requirements for Greece based on your passport
Welcome to Andros! Arrive at Aegea Blue, settle into your villa, explore the property and come together for our first evening and welcome dinner.
Start the morning with yoga led by Caia, followed by a full day to settle into island life. Lounge by the pool, head to the beach, relax and enjoy having nowhere you need to be.
Begin with morning yoga before heading out to experience Andros. Visit a historic monastery and local winery, then spend time exploring Batsi with lunch on your own.
After morning yoga, spend the day sailing the Aegean Sea by catamaran. Swim, soak up the sun and take in the island from the water. Weather dependent.
Enjoy your final morning yoga followed by a free day to spend however you like. Book an optional massage, relax by the pool, visit the beach or explore one of the area's walking trails.
Enjoy one final morning yoga practice and breakfast together before checking out and beginning the journey back to Athens. Leave feeling rested, refreshed and ready to rise.
