Summer Solstice Healing Retreat

Overview

This Summer Solstice Healing Retreat is lovingly designed especially for elders and for anyone seeking a gentle, restorative experience focused on healing, rejuvenation, and deep rest.

The retreat takes place in an idyllic, pristine setting within Serra da Estrela National Park, one of the most unspoilt and energetically powerful landscapes in Portugal. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, waterfalls, and ancient rock, the land holds a strong yet soft spiritual energy that naturally supports healing and renewal.

Water is central to this retreat. The region is known for its exceptionally pure, mineral-rich mountain water, traditionally associated with rejuvenation of the skin, nervous system, and overall wellbeing.

This is not a physically demanding retreat. All practices, excursions, and daily rhythms are slow-paced, accessible, and optional, with full permission to rest at any time.

The Setting – The Mountain Quinta

Accommodation is in a beautiful mountain quinta (farmhouse) set on private land in the village of Lapa dos Dinheiros, high in the Serra da Estrela mountains.

• Located within Serra da Estrela National Park
• Surrounded by forest, rivers, and mountain air
• Quiet, peaceful, and deeply nourishing environment
• Natural spring-fed swimming pool
• Pure mineral-rich spring water throughout the property

Nourishment

All meals are prepared using organic, locally produced ingredients, lovingly cooked by our hosts Ella and Carlos.

Food is an essential part of the healing experience — simple, seasonal, nourishing, and grounding — and enjoyed slowly in community.

Healing Practices

This retreat offers a holistic, gentle healing programme, suitable for all ages and abilities.
Daily practices include:

• Restorative yoga (chair-friendly and fully adaptable)
• Breathwork (pranayama) for calm and vitality
• Self-massage practices for rejuvenation
• Learning gentle Reiki healing for self-care and healing others
• Chanting healing mantras and devotional singing
• Yoga Nidra for deep rest and nervous system healing
• Evening meditation, sound, and relaxation

All sessions are optional and designed to support ease, safety, and deep rest

Water & Gentle Exploration

Optional, slow-paced outings and visits include:

• Lapa dos Dinheiros river beach
• Loriga waterfall and natural pools
• Quiet time by rivers and spring waters
• Visit to Seia, a medieval mountain town
• Visit to The Torre, the highest point in mainland Portugal

All excursions are approached gently, with minimal walking and plenty of time to sit, rest, and soak in the environment.

Sample Daily Rhythm

Each day follows a soft, predictable rhythm, supporting relaxation and healing.

• From 8:00am – Fresh fruit and herbal teas available
• 9:00 – 10:15am – Gentle restorative yoga, breathwork, self-massage, and healing mantras
• 11:00am – Organic brunch
• 1:00 – 4:00pm – Gentle outing, tour, or free time by the water
• 5:00 – 6:00pm – Evening meditation, singing, Reiki practices, or Yoga Nidra
• 7:00pm – Dinner

Evenings are quiet and restful

Price and what’s included

• 7 nights boutique accommodation at the mountain quinta
  
• All organic, locally produced meals
• Daily morning and evening healing practices
• Reiki, mantra, self-massage, and Yoga Nidra sessions
• Guided excursions and local visits
• Access to the spring-fed swimming pool and nearby rivers
• Small group size (maximum 8 participants)
• Total cost: £1050

Summer Solstice Intention

At the height of the light, we pause — not to strive, but to receive.

This retreat is an invitation into abundance, softness, and restoration, guided by healing water, spiritual energy, gentle practice, and the power of deep rest.