September 24-30, 2026. Ituren, Navarra, Spain

Basque Country Escape

Leave the rush behind — 7 days to slow down and rejuvenate

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Sometimes you need to escape — but not from life, or yourself. You need to escape the noise, so you can hear what’s inside.

Essence of the retreat

And this is how we do it:

  • Being in nature - Watching the sunrise on top of the hill with a warm cup of coffee, while the world slowly wakes up with us.

  • Movement - Going on hikes where the body knows exactly what to do, and the mind can finally rest.

  • Touching the land - Collecting apples, working with soil, bringing our little harvest into the kitchen and cooking together like we did in childhood.

  • Dinners under open skies - Watching the sunset, passing dishes around, drinking cider from the garden, and sharing stories until the first stars appear.

  • Simple community moments - Enjoying siesta, playing games, getting to know each other, and just being in the same cosy room.

  • Presence & slowness - Removing all the pressure that stands between us and the simple joy of letting life be easy for a while.

Program

The program unfolds through a mix of guided and self-guided experiences designed to reconnect you with simplicity, nature, and the people around you. This retreat in northern Spain is built based on our pillars (movement, mindfulness, nature, community, playfulness) for slowing down, grounding, and returning to yourself.

Grounding Into the Land

We start with grounding practices, getting to know the valley and its quiet pulse. Then comes intention-setting — a moment to choose your focus for the retreat. From there, we move deeper with mindfulness workshops and hands-in-the-soil activities. You’ll harvest what the land is offering in that exact moment, reconnecting with nature in a way most people never do.

Local Community & Sustainable Living

You’ll meet the local community and see how life in the valley is shaped by cooperation and self-sustainability. Living in a Spanish mountain village means relying on each other, and you’ll feel that warmth instantly.
And the nature here? Wild and honest. Maybe we’ll spot horses grazing by the driveway. Maybe the neighbour’s cows drink from the stream by the house, their bells sending you into a quiet kind of bliss.

Yoga, Meditation & Mindfulness Workshops

This retreat creates a space for going inward — through morning asana, meditation, and mindful movement — while also letting the land hold you. You can drop the rush, let go of the noise, and let nature do its slow, ancient magic.

Read more about what awaits you in our retreat pillars, or explore the full program on the right.

The program might shift slightly depending on the weather or new experiences that want to be part of the journey.

  • September 24 - Landing

    14-16.00 Arrival and settling in

    17.00 Walk & Talk Workshop. Getting to know the area.

    19.00 Welcome dinner

    20.00 Getting to know each other time

  • September 25 - Setting the intention

    8.00 Morning movement

    9.00 Breakfast

    11.00 Hike with meditation “Setting the intention”

    13.00 Lunch + Siesta

    16.30 “Authentic Relating” Workshop with Milana

    19.00 Dinner

    20.30 Sound bath with crystal bowl

  • September 26 - Explore the local community

    8.00 Morning movement

    9.00 Breakfast

    11.00 Guided Walk Between sister villages: Ituren and Zubieta. Unique local Basque history and traditions

    13.00 Lunch in Zubieta

    15.00 Meet local community, get to know about their traditions in living

    16.00 Siesta

    19.00 Dinner

  • September 27 - A day in the magic place

    8.00 Morning asana practice

    9.00 Breakfast

    11.00 Gardening workshop w Orka

    13.00 Lunch

    15.00 Food preservation workshop w Joel & Suza

    17.00 Rest

    18.00 Dinner, Pizza night (in the hand made oven)

  • September 28 - The Peak

    8.00 Breakfast

    09.00 Hike to Mandour

    13.00 Picnic lunch at the Leurtzako Urtegiak Nature Reserve

    15.00 Siesta and Rest

    19.00 Dinner

    20.00 Stories around the fire

  • September 29 - Creativity & Integration day

    8.00 Morning movement

    9.00 Breakfast

    11.00 Creativity Workshop “Gentle Manifestation” with Milana

    13.00 Lunch

    Siesta

    16.30 Forest Bathing with Suza

    19.00 Community Dinner Workshop with Max

    20.30 Live music, avatar circle, singing together with Kamiel

  • September 30 - Farewell


    8.30 Meditation Workshop

    9.00 Breakfast

    10.30 Closing circle with the community

    11.00 Departure

The stay

Set in the western Pyrenees of northern Navarra, this beautifully renovated farmhouse was once a tiny shepherd’s croft overlooking some of the most breathtaking views in the region. The house has evolved over the years, but the wide mountain horizons and the gentle ring of sheep bells remain unchanged.

Mountain Stay With En-Suite Rooms

Retreat guests stay in a private wing of the farmhouse, featuring five en-suite double rooms with sweeping views of the valley. The space includes an open-plan kitchen, dining area, library, WiFi, central heating, and a cosy log fire. The whole house is open for guests to enjoy throughout the retreat.

Guiding you

  • Dasha

    IN LOVE WITH YOGA

    Dasha is the founder and a visionary of the project. She`ll be guiding us through daily movement practice and coordinating the holistic experience

  • Joël

    HOLISTIC MANAGEMENT ENTHUSIAST

    She is the happiest host in town. Together with Max, they ran the local inn for a while. She now wants to share her love for the region with you.

  • Kameil

    AGROFORESTRY LOVER

    He’ll share his passion for permaculture, growing food and trees, and his deep love for fermentation, which now takes over half his home.

  • Milana

    MINDFULNESS GEEK

    She’s passionate about gathering people together, sharing moments and experiences. She’ll create a space to make new friends and get to know ourselves better.

  • Max

    HIKES NON STOP

    Max is deeply into local food and culture. He will also guide us around, take us on nice hikes and to places and gems in the area.

Get to know them

Accomodation options

  • Twin Room (a bed) - 760 EUR

    A shared en-suite twin room with mountain views and direct terrace access.

    *10% discount applies if you come with a friend

  • Double Room with terrace - 990 / 1510 EUR

    990 EUR - single occupancy

    1510 EUR - double occupancy

    Enjoy a private en-suite room with a terrace that opens to sweeping mountain views. Single or double occupancy.

  • Double Room - 920 / 1420 EUR

    920 EUR - single occupancy

    1420 EUR - double occupancy

    An en-suite room for yourself, or to share with your partner or friend, offering a stunning mountain view (no terrace access).

  • Van Spot - 560 / 910 EUR

    Your van in our peaceful woodland setting, close to the main retreat property. Facilities are available in the property. The price is for 1 / 2 people accordingly.

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What is included

✔ 7 days of accommodation in a shared room, private room, or van/camping spot.

✔  Bed linen & towels included for room accommodations. 

✔  3 nourishing meals a day (local, organic, made with love) & snacks, starting from dinner on arrival, and including breakfast before you check out

✔ A relaxing week of workshops, hikes, classes, and fun. 

✔ All workshop materials

✔ Local transport to/from activity sites

What is NOT included

✔ Your transport to/from Doneztebe (nearest town to the retreat)

✔ Ticket to a local SPA (optional)

✔ Dinner at a local Michelin-recommended restaurant (optional)

FAQs

  • The retreat takes place in Iaulin Borda, in the mountains near Ituren, Navarra, Spain.

    • By train: From Amsterdam to Hendaye / Irun. From there we can arrange the pick up

    • By car: 1 hour and 30 minutes from Bilbao Airport

    • By bus: A daily 16:30 bus from San Sebastián arrives in Doneztebe at 17:58 — we can pick you up there

    • From Bilbao Airport via San Sebastián to Doneztebe takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes by bus (including waiting time)

    Transfer options possible. Will be communicated during registering

    * Detailed coordination of arrival will take place with the participants

    • Please fill out our “Reserve the Spot” Form to receive a payment link

    • Pay in full (5% discount) or reserve with a €200 deposit (remaining balance paid upon arrival)

    • Early bird discount: 10% off if payment is completed before December 31, 2025

  • We adapt to the weather — indoor activities, sauna visits, and cosy vibes if needed.

    Bring outdoor clothing, yoga gear, warm layers, a raincoat, hiking shoes, flip-flops, and swimwear.

    Towels are provided for all guests, including van stays.

    No dogs, please — we might have people with allergies.

    • More than 2 months before retreat: full refund minus €20 admin fee

    • Less than 2 months: refund minus €120

    • 1 month or less: no refund

    • In case we have to cancel, we will give you a full refund of what you have paid us

    • No refunds for early departure after arrival

  • Yes, we offer one volunteer spot. If you're interested, send us a message to arrange a video call.

    Volunteers assist with various tasks, including food preparation, cleaning, and driving. Accommodation is in a tent.

  • All participants must have health or travel insurance that covers Spain.

    We have basic general insurance, but we are not liable for personal injuries or losses.

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