SURYALILA Retreat
🎄 Escape Christmas Retreat 2026: Unwind in Spanish Heaven! 🎄
A Different Kind of Christmas
What if this year, instead of rushing through endless to-do lists, crowded shops and festive obligations, you gave yourself the gift of space?
Join us for one of Suryalila's most loved retreats, where guests return year after year to celebrate Christmas in a different way. Exchange the festive rush for yoga, nature, delicious organic vegetarian food and the warmth of an international community, leaving you feeling rested, inspired and deeply renewed.
A Week to Recharge
Wake up to peaceful mornings in the Andalusian countryside and begin your day with an uplifting Vinyasa Yoga practice. Throughout the week, you'll enjoy restorative Yin Yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, Acro Yoga, inspiring workshops and guided hikes, with plenty of time to simply slow down. Relax in the sauna, take a refreshing dip in our saltwater pool, book a massage or savour a chai, golden milk or a healthy sweet treat from our Amrita Café.
Christmas, Suryalila Style
At Suryalila, Christmas is simple, joyful and deeply meaningful. Gather around the table for a festive organic vegetarian Christmas feast featuring our famous Tofu Turkey and mulled wine, sing together during kirtan in the Om Dome, enjoy live music and flamenco, and spend cosy evenings by the fire sharing stories and laughter with new friends from around the world.
Guided by Experienced Teachers
Throughout the retreat, Suryalila's Director Vidya and resident teacher Lidiya will guide you through dynamic yoga classes, restorative practices and inspiring workshops. Whether you're looking to deepen your yoga practice or simply reconnect with yourself, you'll feel supported in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Nature, Adventure & Time to Simply Be
Beyond the yoga shala, the beauty of southern Spain invites you to explore. Join scenic hikes through the surrounding countryside, discover the local area or enjoy optional experiences such as horse riding. Whether you seek adventure or complete relaxation, this week offers the perfect balance of movement and stillness.
A Gift to Yourself
Escape Christmas is about more than taking a holiday. It's an opportunity to pause, reconnect and end the year feeling lighter, calmer and more present. Through yoga, nourishing food, meaningful conversations, music, laughter and moments of quiet reflection, you'll create memories that stay with you long after Christmas is over.
If you're longing for a festive season that feels calmer, more connected and truly restorative, we'd love to welcome you to Suryalila this Christmas.
(PROVISIONAL) SCHEDULE
Monday 21 December (Arrival Day)
5:30 - 7:00 pm Tranquil Slow Flow Yoga: unwind from your journey, ground and energise, with Lidiya
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Welcoming Circle and introduction to the retreat and Suryalila, with Vidya and Lidiya
Tuesday 22 December
8:00 - 9:30 am Energising Yoga Practice (hips) with Vidya
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Group I: Trek through the enchanting local Natural Park (returning by 3:30 pm)
11:30 am - 1:30 pm Group II: Sauna session in the Eco Sauna (swimsuits required)
1:30 pm Lunch
5:30 - 7:00 pm Nourishing Restorative Yoga Workshop: Awakening to the Power of Conscious Rest, with Lidiya
7:00 pm Dinner
8:15 pm Movie Night: "Six Years in Search of Sanity", Suryalila's story, new edit
Wednesday 23 December
8:00 - 9:30 am Energising Yoga Practice (heart opening) with Lidiya
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Group II: Trek through the enchanting local Natural Park and its off-the-beaten tracks (returning by 3:30 pm)
11:30 am - 1:30 pm Group I: Sauna session in the Eco Sauna (swimsuits required)
1:30 pm Lunch
5:30 - 7:00 pm Restorative Practices, Sound Healing and Yoga Nidra for Deep Rejuvenation, with Vidya and Lidiya
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Somatic Dance with Rebecca
Thursday 24 December (Christmas Eve)
8:00 - 9:30 am Energising Yoga Practice (shoulders) with Vidya
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am - 1:30 pm Cacao Ceremony with Rebecca
1:30 pm Lunch
4:30 - 5:30 pm Dharma Talk: Karma Yoga and Gratitude, with Vidya
6:00 - 7:00 pm Sound Healing and Gong Bath with Claudia
7:00 - 8:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Mulled Wine and Mince Pies with Live Flamenco
Friday 25 December (Christmas Day)
9:00 - 10:30 am Energising Yoga Practice (twists) with Lidiya
10:30 - 11:30 am Brunch
12:00 - 1:15 pm Group Games on the lawn and Acro Yoga with Paddy and Lidiya
4:30 pm Christmas Dinner
6:00 pm Restorative Practices with Live Classical Indian Music, with Lidiya, assisted by Vidya
7:00 pm Desserts and Cheeseboards
8:00 pm Dancing to Live Fusion Music with Saeed
Saturday 26 December
8:00 - 9:30 am Energising Yoga Practice (forward folds) with Vidya
9:30 am Breakfast
12:00 pm A walk to the local white village of Prado del Rey, with Lidiya
5:30 - 7:00 pm Breath Workshop with Rebecca
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Sacred Singing
Sunday 27 December
8:00 am Energising Yoga Practice (grounding, balance, core) with Lidiya
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Group I: Land Regeneration Tour, a tour of our permaculture project
12:00 pm Group II: Land Regeneration Tour, a tour of our permaculture project
1:30 pm Lunch
5:30 - 7:00 pm Energy Boost: Yin Yoga with Lidiya
7:00 pm Dinner
Monday 28 December (DEPARTURE DAY)
8:00 am Energising Yoga Practice with the Suryalila team
9:30 am Breakfast
11:00 am Check-out
