Portugal · September 15 - 21 2026

City & Sea: Olhao, Portugal

Recharge in Beautiful and Bustling Olhao, Portugal

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About the Trip

This retreat is about discovering everyday magic by the sea. Join us as we stay in a gorgeous villa in the heart of Olhão, a charming fishing town with cobblestone streets in Portugal’s eastern Algarve. With 300 days of sunshine each year along the Atlantic Ocean, this retreat offers the perfect mix of relaxation, culture, and adventure. On retreat you can expect 2-3x yoga and fitness classes daily, nourishing meals, stunning terraces, a rooftop pool, and luxurious rooms -all steps away from cobblestone streets, bustling markets, and boat docks to venture to nearby islands with pristine beaches. The property we'll be staying on has received many accolades from CNTraveller and Travel & Leisure in 2020, 2021, 2023 and now 2024 as one of the top retreat destinations worldwide. Join us as we discover the beauty of Portugal, connect with like-minded travelers, and enjoy a week of yoga, fitness, and culture!

Hosts

Melissa Joy Schoeller

Melissa Joy Schoeller

Founder of RU Retreats, Melissa will be leading the group. Melissa is grateful to have led 70+ wellness retreats around the world - helping retreaters to relax, recharge and build deeper connections within themselves and with others. 

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Highlights

Daily Movement & Mindfulness

Daily Movement & Mindfulness

2-3 yoga and fitness classes per day to energize your body and mind

Nourishing Meals

Nourishing Meals

With Olhão’s famous market just steps away, our meals will feature the freshest local and seasonal ingredients, including Portugal’s renowned fish and seafood. Whether you’re a meat lover or follow a vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free diet, every meal will be a delight.

Optional Excursions

Optional Excursions

Choose your favorite from amazing activities including a catamaran tour, paddleboarding, bike tour, hiking in the hills, horseback riding, tango dance class, ceramics or art class, olive oil tasting, dolphin watching, nature tour for chameleons and seahorses and digging for Ria Formosa clams

Explore Olhao

Explore Olhao

Nestled in the old town of Olhão, our retreat is a short walk to local family-run restaurants, the waterfront market, and the boat docks for exploring nearby islands like Armona, Culatra, Farol, and Deserta.

Visit the Islands

Visit the Islands

Visit one of the Islands, Armona, Culatra, Farol or Deserta. Each has a distinct feel but all have beautiful natural beaches, and wonderful low key restaurants/beach bars. The islands are easy to get to: you can either take a small ferry which runs multiple times per day or a river taxi.

Spa

Spa

With two dedicated treatment rooms, and a venue team who will put you in touch with masseurs you can relax and unwind.

What's Included

What's Included

6 nights, 7 days of accommodations

Yoga mats and props

Brunch/dinner daily

WiFi

2-3 daily yoga classes (Vinyasa, Yin/Restorative, Sound Healing Barre/Fitness, and a yoga workshop)

Meals featuring fresh, local, seasonal ingredients

Flights

Transfers to/from the airport

Massage services

Alcohol (available for purchase)

Optional Excursions: Catamaran tour, paddleboarding, bike tour, hiking, horseback riding, tango dance class, ceramics/art class, olive oil tasting, dolphin watching, nature tour for chameleons and seahorses, digging for Ria Formosa clams

Accommodation

Private Rooms

The Vaulted Room: A large private room with beautiful antique bed frame

The Vaulted Room: A large private room with beautiful antique bed frame

This room is stunning with a beautiful antique wood bedframe, as the focal point. This room will be most comfortable to those under 5'9 due to the bedframe.

FROM$3,800.00/pp

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The Gallery Suite:  2 twins or 1 double with bathroom (Private)

The Gallery Suite: 2 twins or 1 double with bathroom (Private)

This stunning room sleeps 1. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together), this luxurious suite has a bedroom and bathroom open floor plan.

FROM$4,500.00/pp

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The Music Suite:  2 twins or 1 double bed, including bathroom  (1 Person)

The Music Suite: 2 twins or 1 double bed, including bathroom (1 Person)

This beautiful room sleeps up 1. With in a double bed with a fixed headboard. This luxurious suite has a bathroom (no door between bedroom and bathroom but still offers privacy)

FROM$4,500.00/pp

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The Spiral Suite: A large private room with AC and a beautiful antique bed frame

The Spiral Suite: A large private room with AC and a beautiful antique bed frame

This room is stunning with a beautiful antique wood bedframe, as the focal point. This room will be most comfortable to those under 5'9 due to the bedframe. The bathroom and dressing areas are on a separate floor

FROM$4,500.00/pp

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Two (2) Person Rooms

The Clock Room: Features 2 twin beds or a double bed

The Clock Room: Features 2 twin beds or a double bed

This spacious room sleeps 2 with beautiful bohemian decor and a spacious dresser.

FROM$2,800.00/pp

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The Courtyard Suite: 2 twin beds or a double bed

The Courtyard Suite: 2 twin beds or a double bed

This stunning suite sleeps 2 in 2 twin beds, or the beds can be pushed together to make a double with the fixed headboard.

FROM$2,500.00/pp

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The Buddha Room:  2 twin beds (2 person)

The Buddha Room: 2 twin beds (2 person)

This cozy and relaxing room provides the perfect zen experience

FROM$2,500.00/pp

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The Gallery Suite:  2 twins or 1 double with bathroom (2 Person)

The Gallery Suite: 2 twins or 1 double with bathroom (2 Person)

This stunning room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together), this luxurious suite has a bedroom and bathroom open floor plan.

FROM$2,800.00/pp

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The Crystal Suite:  2 twins or 1 double with bathroom and bathtub (2 Person)

The Crystal Suite: 2 twins or 1 double with bathroom and bathtub (2 Person)

This stunning room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together), this luxurious suite has a bedroom and is the only room with a bathtub. There are also 2 Juliet balconies to enjoy and bask in the sun.

FROM$3,000.00/pp

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The Dancer Suite:  2 twins or 1 double bed opening to a courtyard (2 Person)

The Dancer Suite: 2 twins or 1 double bed opening to a courtyard (2 Person)

This stunning room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together), this luxurious suite has a bedroom and opens to a courtyard

FROM$2,700.00/pp

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The Music Suite:  2 twins or 1 double bed, including bathroom  (2 Person)

The Music Suite: 2 twins or 1 double bed, including bathroom (2 Person)

This beautiful room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together), this luxurious suite has a bathroom (no door between bedroom and bathroom but still offers privacy)

FROM$2,800.00/pp

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The Post Colonial Suite:  2 twins or 1 double bed (2 Person)

The Post Colonial Suite: 2 twins or 1 double bed (2 Person)

This beautiful room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together)

FROM$2,700.00/pp

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The Tower Suite:  2 twins or 1 double bed, including private terrace (2 Person)

The Tower Suite: 2 twins or 1 double bed, including private terrace (2 Person)

This beautiful room sleeps up to 2. With 2 twins or 1 double (has a fixed headboard, so twins are close together). It has its 2 private terraces and a juliet balcony

FROM$3,100.00/pp

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Trip Tips

Getting There

Getting There

The retreat is a 15-20 minute drive from Faro Airport, with direct flights available from major U.S. cities like New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., as well as easy connections from many European cities. We will recommend reliable transfer services for your convenience, or you are welcome to rent a car for more flexibility.

Reserve Your Spot

Reserve Your Spot

Space is limited! A deposit of $500 is required to secure your place, with full payment due 60 days before the retreat begins.

City & Sea: Olhao, Portugal

Portugal · September 15 - 21 2026 · 6 nights

FROM$2,500.00/pp

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