Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat in Portugal's Award-Winning Forest Sanctuary
May 25-30, 2026 | Featured in National Geographic & Forbes | Led by experienced teachers Siôn Jones & Rosanna Gordon
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Join us for a soul-nourishing escape to the lush forested valleys of Central Portugal for six days of yoga, mindfulness, forest walks, and deep rest at the beautiful Vale de Moses Retreat. Nestled in a remote, rewilded corner of the Serra de Estrela foothills, Vale de Moses offers the perfect sanctuary for reconnecting with nature – and with yourself.
Our beautiful venue, Vale de Moses, has been featured in National Geographic as one of the top 5 retreats in Europe and listed by Forbes, The Guardian, The Telegraph, Yoga Journal, OmYoga Magazine and others as one of the best retreats in the world!
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What Makes Vale de Moses Special
✨ Reset & Restore Deep rest for your nervous system through yoga, meditation & nature immersion
🌲 Award-Winning Location National Geographic's Top 5 European retreats - wild forests, river pools & mountain views
🧘♀️ Expert Guidance Led by Siôn (10+ years meditation teacher, BBC featured) & Rosanna (BWY trained, experienced retreat facilitator)
🥗 Nourishing Food Delicious vegetarian/vegan meals using homegrown & local produce, prepared by talented plant-based chefs
🏞️ Nature Immersion Forest bathing, wild swimming, sauna, guided walks through ancient trails
👥 All Levels Welcome. Whether you're new to yoga or deepening your practice - non-judgmental, supportive space
Your Retreat Experience - What Your 6 Days Include
Daily Yoga & Meditation Practices
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Morning Hatha Yoga to energise your day
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Guided meditation sessions for clarity and calm
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Restorative yoga for deep relaxation
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Evening Yoga Nidra for restful sleep
Mindfulness & Wellbeing
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Special mindfulness workshop with Siôn
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Forest bathing and nature immersion
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Guided walks through ancient trails
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Time for rest, reflection and journaling
Nature & Adventure
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Day excursion to the stunning Rio Zêzere
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Wild swimming in crystal-clear river pools
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Forest sauna sessions
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Explore waterfalls, streams and hidden forest nooks
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Hammocks and peaceful spots for reading or napping
Nourishing Food & Community
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Three delicious vegetarian/vegan meals daily, prepared by talented plant-based chefs
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Fresh homegrown and local produce
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Teas, coffee and fruit available throughout the day
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Shared meals and fireside gatherings
Optional Extras
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Massages and Ayurvedic treatments (book separately)
Book your space below!
Meet Your Teachers
Siôn Jones
Rosanna Gordon
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Mindfulness coach & meditation teacher (10+ years)
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BBC & S4C featured
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Studied Yoga in North India for 6+ months
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Kirtan facilitator & Insight Timer creator
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Specialises in nervous system regulation & deep rest practices
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British Wheel of Yoga qualified teacher (teaching since 2012)
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Award-winning: 'Yoga Instructor of the Year' - Merseyside & Liverpool
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Experienced retreat facilitator across UK and Europe
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Featured on BBC Radio Merseyside
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Teaching style focused on making yoga accessible to all levels
About Vale De Moses - Your Forest Sanctuary
Vale de Moses is a peaceful retreat centre in the forested mountains of Central Portugal, 2 hours from Lisbon and Porto. Once a traditional mountain farm, it's now a space dedicated to rest, healing, and reconnection with nature.
Key features:
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Stunning wooden yoga shala with valley views
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Forest sauna & natural river pools
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Walking trails through ancient terraces
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Rustic stone cottages & comfortable belle tents
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Meals from homegrown & local ingredients
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Accommodation & Pricing -
Choose your retreat experience
Private bedrooms are now fully booked. Beautiful private tipi spaces and shared rooms are still available.
🏕️ Belle Tent - Private £1,045 per person - Under strawberry trees, wood stove, hammocks, private terrace Perfect for: Solo travelers or couples wanting privacy in nature
🏕️ Belle Tent - Double/Twin £925 per person - Shared tent, wood stove, hammocks, stone terrace Perfect for: Friends or couples on a budget
🏠 Stone Cottage - Own Room (in shared cottage) £1,195 per person - Traditional Xisto stone, rustic charm, open-plan living, your own bedroom Perfect for: Those wanting privacy but enjoying shared communal spaces SOLD OUT
🏠 Stone Cottage - Bed in Shared Open-Plan Space £1,075 per person - Open-plan cottage, mountain views, shared bathroom, communal atmosphere Perfect for: Solo travelers who enjoy community living
🏡 Farmhouse - Private Double Room £1,245 per person - Main house, private room, traditional Portuguese style Perfect for: Couples wanting comfort and privacy in the main farmhouse. SOLD OUT
🏡 Farmhouse - Shared Double Room £1,075 per person - Main house, shared room, cozy atmosphere Perfect for: Budget-conscious couples or friends
All rooms include: Quality beds with memory foam toppers, cotton bedding, towels, bathrobe, heating/wood stove, nearby bathrooms with hot showers, mosquito nets
What's included
✅ INCLUDED IN YOUR RETREAT
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5 nights' accommodation
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3 plant-based meals daily
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Twice daily yoga practices
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Evening Yoga Nidra
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All yoga mats & props
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Mindfulness workshop with Siôn
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Day excursion to Rio Zêzere
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Forest walks & nature immersion
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Towels & bathrobes
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Pick-up & drop-off from Oleiros bus station
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Forest sauna & river pool access
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Teas, coffee & fruit throughout day
❌ NOT INCLUDED
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Flights to Lisbon/Porto
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Coach transfer to Oleiros (approx €20)
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Travel insurance
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Optional massages & treatments
How You'll Spend Your Time
This is a sample schedule; each day is slightly different and we will have the occasional trip and excursion out of the retreat centre
☀️ Morning
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7:30am - Wake naturally, morning tea
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8:00am - Energising Hatha yoga
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9:30am - Delicious breakfast
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Free time for forest walks, reading, hammock rest
🌤️ Midday
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12:30pm - Nourishing lunch
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Afternoon free for: wild swimming, sauna, hiking, napping, exploring
🌙 Evening
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5:00pm - Gentle restorative yoga or slow Hatha
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7:00pm - Dinner together
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8:30pm - Yoga Nidra for deep rest, or gathering by the fire
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What level of yoga experience do I need? A: All levels welcome. Whether you're completely new or have an established practice, we adapt to support you.
Q: Can I come alone? A: Absolutely! Many guests come solo and find it a wonderful way to meet like-minded people.
Q: What's the weather like in May? A: May is beautiful in Portugal - warm days (20-25°C), perfect for swimming and outdoor activities. Evenings can be cool, so bring layers.
Q: How do I get there? A: Fly to Lisbon or Porto. We'll arrange to meet as a group and take the coach together to Oleiros (3 hours from Lisbon), where we'll pick you up. Full travel details sent after booking.
Q: What should I pack? A: Comfortable yoga clothes, walking shoes, swimwear, layers for evening, sun protection. Full packing list sent upon booking.
Q: Is the food suitable for dietary requirements? A: All meals are vegetarian/vegan. Please let us know about allergies or special requirements when booking.
Q: What's the cancellation policy? A: £200 deposit is non-refundable. Full refund (minus deposit) if cancelled 9+ months before. 25% refund 6-9 months before. No refund less than 6 months before.
Q: Are there single rooms available? A: Yes! Private belle tents and private farmhouse rooms available - see pricing above.
Travel Information
From Lisbon (Recommended): Arrive a few days early to explore Lisbon - the retreat starts Monday so you have the weekend to enjoy the city or beach.
Coach from Lisbon Sete Rios station to Oleiros (3 hours, around €20). We'll arrange to meet and travel as a group. We pick you up from Oleiros for the short drive to Vale de Moses.
Book tickets online via Rede Expressos website or MyRNE app (available 1 month before travel).
From Porto: Similar coach services available - we'll provide full details after booking.
Important: Flights and transfers not included in retreat price.
Ready to Reset in the Portuguese Forest?
From £925 per person | £200 deposit secures your place I Spaces Limited I
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Spaces are intentionally limited to keep the group intimate (4 remaining).
If you’d like to explore whether this is right for you, book a short call here.
We look forward to having you there!
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What previous students have said about our retreats abroad:
Jennifer Hendry, Cambridge
“What an amazing week in Paros it was – just perfect! The care and attention that must have gone into the planning (thank you!) clearly paid off as it was a wonderful week of yoga, amazing food and cocktails, new friendships and beautiful scenery in what felt like a ‘home from home’ hotel. Would definitely recommend future iterations of this trip to others!”
Marion, Wales (Cymru)
“Thank you Rosanna and Siôn for a fantastic yoga retreat in Greece. Everything was so well organised. A perfect venue, lovely people, amazing food, lots of activities as well as twice daily yoga. The yoga studio is very well equipped and the hotel is first class and run by a lovely family who go out of their way to make you feel welcome.”
Heather, UK
“Great people, great yoga and meditation and amazing walks. I came home feeling relaxed and refreshed and would totally recommend”