Yoga, Hiking & Spa Retreat in Chamonix
We've teamed up with Bluerise Retreats again to bring you this wonderful yoga holiday. This is an all inclusive retreat, led by Bristol Yoga Centre owner, Naomi Hayama and promises to be a lovely combination of excellent yoga, incredible mountain walks and a day at a fantastic local spa. There will also be plenty of healing relaxation time and a full body massage during your stay.
This retreat includes:
A full body welcome massage
7 nights accommodation in a beautiful luxury chalet
Healthy and delicious meals: Brunch, snacks and dinner (apart from one free evening to enjoy a meal at one of the fabulous local restaurants)
Fresh juices and healthy smoothies every day
A full week of yoga classes check the retreat schedule for detailed info
All yoga equipment including mats, blocks, bricks, eye pillows, straps, bolsters and blankets.
Guided mountain hikes
A whole day at a wonderful local spa
Transfers to and from Geneva airport according to these time slots
A welcome pack
Housekeeping
Toiletries
Prices
Starts from £1,485 - Please check various accommodation and price option here
Yoga at the Retreat
Naomi will guide you through an inspiring week of yoga. Specialising in Hatha Yoga, interweaving Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Somatic movement and Yoga Nidra, Naomi has designed a wonderful week of classes with the intention of each individual gaining the full benefits of this beautiful Alpine environment.
Her classes will build strength and flexibility to aid the body during our incredible mountain hikes. Through relaxation and meditation, she will help calm the mind and aim to focus our awareness, allowing us to really appreciate the nature around us. Traditional Asana (posture) and Pranayama (breathing) practice will help you feel balanced, energised and grounded.
With over 20 years of teaching, Naomi is very experienced in guiding people of all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners, and will tailor the classes to suit your own specific needs, making this retreat available to all. She will assist you in deepening your yoga practice in an enjoyable and balanced way.
As well as a wonderful break in stunning surroundings, this yoga retreat will help to encourage and instil your own personal practice once you return home, meaning that the benefits you’ve gained will stay with you.
Feedback from previous yoga retreat with Naomi
"The yoga was so good for me, Naomi, I had expected to be at a loss, after not doing it for so long, but your excellent way of teaching reminded me what an important and restorative thing it is to do, and convinced me to continue" - Lorna from 2017 retreat.
"It was fantastic to have so much time to explore different yoga practice which normally there would not be time for. It was great to be able to practice outside. The whole retreat was very enjoyable" - Danny from 2017 retreat
Accomodation
Our large and beautiful Alpine chalet is perfectly located in the Chamonix valley for easy access to areas of interest, beautiful hiking trails and boasts stunning views of Mont Blanc. The chalet is just as intimate and cosy as it is spectacular and luxurious, thanks to its clever design with several sumptuous social areas.
The chalet is a former mill and has been built and decorated by the most sought after artisans in the valley, so every aspect has been finished to perfection and careful attention. The lovely yoga space is in the heart of the chalet with floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of light under the beautiful wooden roof beams. The chalet also has its own spa area with a sauna and treatment room for the on-site massages.
It is centrally located in the Chamonix valley in the quaint village of Les Tines, a short distance from Chamonix town, with breath-taking panoramic views of the French Alps from the hot tub, sun terraces and garden.
Healthy Eating
The quality of the food on our retreats is very important to us. You will enjoy healthy, nutritional meals carefully chosen by our chef to complement the retreat perfectly. The food will be absolutely delicious and mostly vegetarian or vegan but you can opt for fish or meat when booking your retreat. We use organic and local produce where possible.
Booking
Please book directly through Bluerise website
Price
There are lots of different accommodation type currently available and the retreat price starts from £1,485.
At the moment, there is 10% discount available for early bird booking.
THE HIKES
Experience guided walks through the stunning French Alps.
Our gentle half day hikes last 2 – 3 hours with plenty of rest time to take in the incredible views. No prior fitness level is required. Our qualified and experienced walking guide carefully chooses trails to suit the abilities of our clients. She will make sure no-one is left behind, while imparting knowledge on the local flora and fauna.
On the full day hike we set off to explore some of Chamonix’s best hiking trails. Around midday we make ourselves comfortable in an idyllic setting for some high mountain yoga or meditation followed by a healthy packed lunch with impressive views like those at Lac Blanc. When rested, we continue our inspirational journey through the spectacular Mont Blanc mountain range before returning to the chalet to enjoy a fresh healthy smoothie and relax in the hot tub.
All hikes are optional.
WHAT TO BRING
Chamonix Mont Blanc is the most beautiful Alpine region in Europe and as with all mountain regions, the weather is unpredictable. It can be extremely hot on sunny days and occasionally very cold even in summer, so it’s always a good idea to check the weather report right before you travel.
We recommend bringing hiking boots or sensible outdoor footwear, sunglasses, sun cream, a sun hat, a bathing suit (for the hot tub / spa), a backpack, a waterproof coat and warm layers. Don’t worry if you come unprepared or forget anything, there are plenty of shops in town.
We provide all yoga equipment (mats, blocks, bricks, straps, bolsters, eye pillows and blankets).
We also provide towels and bathrobes at the chalet so no need to bring your own.
I look forward to seeing you in the mountains :)