Παρασκευή 11 Φεβρουαρίου 2011

Yoga holidays in Greece, 2011

Plan a unique yoga retreat in Greece.
On the natural, serene environment of the Kritonu valley, in Kefalonia island, Ionian Sea.
Come, alone or with friends-family to experience yoga under the Greek sun.

The retreat estate
Practice in full contact with the most virgin natural surrounding, in a 300 acres estate,with 2.000 olive trees, and many other trees and bushes including almonds, fig and kiwi fruit. All are organically cultivated. Fresh water comes from an ancient spring. The singing and buzzing of birds and bees over the wild herbs, makes the place an idyllic shelter for nature's lovers.
A silent meditative walk through a beautiful canyon covered with lush vegetation can end up in front of a private beach. The complex hosts resident ponies, sheep, goats, peacocks, geese and chickens.

Accommodation - Facilities
Accommodation takes place in huts, built with natural materials, to give the guests a feeling of wellness and natural comfort. The pool is an attraction for an instant refreshing splash. The small chapel is ideal for praying. There are 2 amphitheaters and many open spaces to allow for a number of courses to be run concurrently.


Yoga
Satsangs, kirtans and Asana practice from the Sivananda Yoga tradition, are guided by Padmini, an experienced teacher, who has been a staff member in Sivananda Organisation in Europe for 3 years. All activities take place in English.

Diet
Macrobiotic Greek cuisine following the yogic food principles will be prepared by experienced cooks to support every nutritional need. Local, seasonal and fresh, fruits and vegetables are used.

Meet Kefalonia – Sightseeing
A visit to the most magnificent beaches and sites of the island can be organized on a daily excursion with rented bus. The island can provide the guests with local natural products, such as honey, wine, olive oil etc.

Period: June 13 - 27, 2011
Availability of the estate: May 28 – July 18, 2011
Cost
Accommodation
Type
Cost (euros per person)
1 week
2 weeks
June
July
June
July
Hut (single)
450
480
840
895
Hut (twin bed)
380
410
700
760
Tent (1 person)
335
350
605
630
Tent (2 persons)
325
340
590
615
No yoga (hut-2) 
310
340
560
620
No yoga(tent-2)
255
270
450
475

Including
7 or 14 nights with 2 meals per day, extra fruit meals + extra meal on the arriving/departing day.
Meals include: Breakfast: soup, porridge/grains, fruit dish. Dinner: salad, cooked vegetables, wholegrains, legumes, fruits/dessert. Extra meal: fresh fruits are free during the day.
Accommodation: single bed in 2-bed huts or privately owned tent.

Extra possible costs
Bus transfer: A bus from the airport directly to the retreat estate may be arranged at an extra cost. Trip is around 6 hours. Ferry tickets not included.
Other: Excursions on the island with bus, extra programs (folk dance lessons, beekeeping lessons, agriculture techniques, cooking workshops, massage/healing therapies etc).

Minimum Participation
In order to operate the estate we need minimum 30 persons in huts.


Daily schedule
The above program is not mandatory.

Special prices for children and families.
Prices apply for registration until March 31st.
A deposit of 30% is required for a valid reservation.

Om Shanti

For further information:
  1. Ελληνικά, English
    Arjuna – Stavros Karagilanis

    Email: skaraghilanis@yahoo.gr
    Mob.: +30 6945 377 466
  2. English, Русский, Lietuvių 
    Padmini – Julia Volobujeva
    Email:
    voljulia@gmail.com
    Mob.: +370 684 51011