Overview
Algarve Yoga Retreat at Ancão Gardens
Escape to the beautiful Ancão Gardens Resort, a peaceful oasis nestled between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo. Join us for a rejuvenating retreat filled with yoga, sunshine, delicious food, and deep relaxation, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa National Park and just a 12-minute walk from the stunning Ancão Beach.
Escape to the beautiful Ancão Gardens Resort, a peaceful oasis nestled between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo. Join us for a rejuvenating retreat filled with yoga, sunshine, delicious food, and deep relaxation, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ria Formosa National Park and just a 12-minute walk from the stunning Ancão Beach.
Arrival Information
Choose from a 4-night or 5-night retreat.
For 4-night guests, your retreat begins with a late afternoon Gentle Vinyasa Flow class on arrival day. For 5-night guests, you'll enjoy an additional yoga class as part of your extended stay.
Choose from a 4-night or 5-night retreat.
- Arrivals are welcome from 3:00 PM.
- If you arrive before 3:00 PM, you're welcome to store your luggage at the resort and enjoy the swimming pool and facilities until your room is ready. Please note that airport transfers are not included for arrivals before 3:00 PM.
- Accommodation check-in begins from 5:00 PM and may be available earlier, subject to availability. Unfortunately, early check-in cannot be guaranteed, so please bear this in mind when booking your flights. The earliest arrival the retreat can accommodate is 2:00 PM.
- Enjoy a short transfer from Faro Airport to the resort.
Wednesday Evening
AccommodationStay in luxurious 4-star, three-bedroom townhouses, each offering beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens, private balconies or terraces, and access to landscaped gardens, a swimming pool, and tennis courts.The resort is ideally located within walking distance of Ancão Beach, the Ria Formosa National Park, and a selection of excellent local restaurants.
- Welcome gathering
- Gentle grounding yoga session
- Delicious welcome dinner
AccommodationStay in luxurious 4-star, three-bedroom townhouses, each offering beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens, private balconies or terraces, and access to landscaped gardens, a swimming pool, and tennis courts.The resort is ideally located within walking distance of Ancão Beach, the Ria Formosa National Park, and a selection of excellent local restaurants.
Daily Schedule
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer. During your free time you may choose to:
Departure Day (Sunday)
Begin your final morning with a gentle Rise & Shine yoga session, followed by breakfast.
What's Included
Please note: Flights to and from Faro Airport are not included.
What to Bring
Morning
- Energising yoga practice
- Fresh, healthy breakfast
Afternoon
- Relaxation-focused yoga, which may include Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Mindfulness, Yoga Nidra Meditation, or Sound Healing.
- One afternoon is left completely free for you to relax and explore.
Evening
- Dinner at a carefully selected local restaurant or a delicious home-cooked meal at the resort.
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice.
Enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer. During your free time you may choose to:
- Relax on the beach
- Unwind by the swimming pool
- Play tennis
- Enjoy a round of golf at one of the nearby championship courses
- Walk the scenic boardwalk through the Ria Formosa
- Cycle to Faro Island and explore the coastline
- Visit nearby cafés, boutiques, and beach bars
Begin your final morning with a gentle Rise & Shine yoga session, followed by breakfast.
- Check-out is by 10:00 AM.
- Transfers to Faro Airport are included.
- If you have a later flight, luggage can be stored at reception, and you're welcome to continue using the swimming pool and changing facilities until it's time to leave.
What's Included
- Luxury en-suite accommodation with kitchen facilities, terraces or balconies
- Twin, double and single occupancy options (subject to availability)
- Ideal for solo travellers, couples and friends
- Return airport transfers (for arrivals from 3:00 PM onwards)
- Daily yoga classes
- Tea, coffee and drinking water
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All yoga equipment
- Use of the resort tennis courts
Please note: Flights to and from Faro Airport are not included.
What to Bring
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable yoga clothing
- A light jacket or wrap for cooler evenings
- Comfortable footwear for walking and exploring
We can't wait to welcome you to the Algarve for a relaxing and inspiring retreat where you can unwind, reconnect, and return home feeling refreshed, restored, and revitalised.