ABOUT YOUR TRIP
Daily fitness & yoga classes and a hiking along the rugged coast of the Carvoeiro are only the start of what makes the Algarve a special place for us.
A private beachfront exclusive for Helios guests. We wouldn’t let you leave without pampering yourself for a day in the luxurious spa.
Wellness? Is everything we designed for this retreat.
Ideal for
Restorative yoga & workouts under the sun.
Fly to
Faro International Airport (FAO).
Vibes
Yoga, HIIT sounds like our kind of wellness getaway.
Reboot, Recharge, Refocus.
What’s included:
For anyone looking to enjoy greater freedom, we suggest hiring a car to explore the Algarve in your free time.
Your Itinerary
DAY 01
OLÁ, PORTUGAL!
Welcome to Portugal. Your first stop will be at Faro Airport, where a private transfer will greet you at the arrivals and whisk you off to Tivoli Carvoeiro, your retreat for the next 5 days.
You might want to take the afternoon off to enjoy the sun at the private beachfront or the Spa before loosen up your body with our Helios experts, the choice is yours.
Later in the day, get ready for a delicious meal, especially designed for our retreat. Meet and join the company of your fellow retreaters, drop in and ease yourselves into the retreat experience.
DAY 02
EXPLORE RUGGED BEAUTY
Time to wake up early and hike around the rugged rocky mountains of the Algarve and gaze at the sheer beauty of the Atlantic Ocean from the edges of the cliffs surrounding us.
We’ll follow with a nourishing breakfast and relax before our HIIT class.
The green ocean is exceptionally beautiful, offering the perfect scenery for a swim and catch up on some much needed rays of sun.
We’ll leave some free time between sessions for you to relax and read a book, explore the resort or even try visit the nearest village, why not?!
DAY 03
PANORAMIC KAYAK VIEWS
You’ll start the day with a run around the resort and a strong workout before a well deserved breakfast with organic fruits and all the perks of staying in a 5-star luxury hotel.
We take you for a beautiful day out kayaking along the coast and a visit to the village.
This is as authentic as it gets when it comes to Portugal.
DAY 04
SECRET DINNER SPOT
The transformation continues as you shed the layers of stress and step into the strongest versions of yourselves with yoga and fitness workouts.
Workouts and Yoga sessions in the green surroundings, a reminder that our body is our temple and the main purpose for booking a retreat.
Later, we’ll take a private transfer to an iconic village to celebrate our adventure in proper Portuguese style, amongst the locals for the last evening together of this wonderful adventure.
DAY 05
EXPLORE HIDDEN CAVES
Stay with us as we take it easy and enjoy another day in Portugal.
Sail into Serenity along Carvoeiro's Algarve Coast. Explore hidden coves and majestic cliffs on an unforgettable boat journey. A maritime adventure like no other!
DAY 06
ATÉ MAIS, ALGARVE
The key to this retreat is rejuvenation. So you’ll begin the day with our awesome trainers pushing your fitness boundaries for one last workout.
Wrap up with yoga to balance your zen and end the experience together with a final brunch before checking-out.
We promise you’ll leave feeling rejuvenated and whole so you can return home with a nourished mind, body and spirit.
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
We have secured the most exclusives villas and hotels in the world for the ultimate retreat experience.
OCTOBER 12th - 17th 2024
+ Important Notes
Fly into and out of Faro International Airport (FAO).
Deposit fees serve to secure your spot in the retreat. Due to high demand, deposits are non refundable. Read our T&Cs before booking.
Please arrive before 4pm on check-in, and depart after 10am on check-out.
We take safety very seriously at Helios Retreats, click here to learn more.
Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and trainers are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control – however, we’ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience.
From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.
OUR PROMISE
1. FINDING YOUR PERFECT ADVENTURE
We operate in 7 different destinations to bring you an unforgettable retreat. Choose your desired destination, select the dates available and the type of room you’d like to stay with us. We offer different types of accommodation:
Double rooms; Double rooms offer the best choice to stay with a partner or best friend. Most retreats have separated beds. If the room description says SHARING you’re booking a double room with separated beds, however if the room description says SHARING W/ FRIEND the beds for this option are often King or Queen sized beds and can only be booked if you’re joining us as two (friend or partner). As all prices are per person, you have the option to book a room and share with another retreater, or go all in and book your own suite.
Single rooms; The entire room all to yourself. Perfect if you value a little extra privacy.
Need a bit of help in choosing the best adventure for you? We are here to ensure you have all the inspiration and guidance through the booking process. Get in touch today and tell us a bit about yourself to get your personal trip recommendations.
Know exactly where you want to go? Simply select the desired date on your dream adventure and pay to secure your spot with either a deposit or in full.
Deposit payment; Our retreats are intimate and private, with no more than 16 guests per group so our spots get booked up quickly. A deposit payment, or booking fee, will ensure no one else will take your spot without having to pay all upfront. Once you’ve paid for your deposit, we will reach out and set up the rest of the payment at a time that suits you.
Single (Full) payment; Pretty straight forward. There is no way you’re missing out on a Helios adventure.
Once you’ve paid for your retreat, please don’t book your flights until you hear from us, we just need to confirm your place with our local team.
2. YOUR RETREAT IS CONFIRMED
We’ve been in contact to let you know your trip is confirmed. Now it’s our job to make your adventure as stress-free as possible.
If any problems arise, just ring or email us and we’ll sort it out as quickly as possible for you.
3. THE RUN UP: KEY MILESTONES
2 MONTHS TO GO: The exciting part – you’ll now receive your first email with details to your retreat.
1 MONTH TO GO: The build up and excitement begins. We give you all the details you will need for the best time. Exclusive travel information and tips, which only becomes available once you’re booked on. We’ll invite you to join a Whatsapp group, where you can chat to your fellow Helios guests. Introduce yourself and get to know each other a little, as you prepare for the week of your life.
4. YOU'RE OFF ON YOUR ADVENTURE
It’s time! Be sure to take a read through all the emails we send before your retreat. Any last-minute questions? Chat them through with your Helios Ambassadors, who will be happy to help.
Everything’s set for your retreat adventure at Helios – happy travels.