Flow, Restore, Explore: A Yoga Retreat for the Senses (Women’s Retreat*)

Hoi An, Vietnam

21st - 28th June, 2025

After running retreats in Europe since 2013, I am thrilled to offer an incredible experience in a country that is near and dear to my heart: Vietnam! This week will truly be an adventure for the senses – get ready to immerse your mind, body, soul and stomach!

Our home for the week will be the beautiful oasis of An Villa, located just a 10 minute bike ride from Hoi An town centre. This boutique resort was designed by well-known French-Vietnamese architect Helena Tran Quang Man and each uniquely designed studio or villa is tastefully decorated in traditional Vietnamese style. An Villa was created by five friends who wished to offer a traditional Vietnamese-village style experience for travellers and is deeply committed to sustainability and supporting the local community.

We will practice yoga on an open air, shaded bamboo platform over a serene lake and eat meals family-style in the beautiful dining space next to the pool. All rooms have private terraces for you to enjoy free time alone or with friends.

On Wednesday, we will have a group day trip to the Cham Islands on a private boat just for our group, including a guide, snorkelling, and food! This experience is included in the retreat package. Other available activities (at additional cost) range from biking around the area (including to Cua Dai Beach!), food walking tour, lantern making class, vespa or jeep countryside tour, coconut basket boat ride, visit to My Son Sanctuary, cooking class, and more!

This retreat is open to experienced and newer yogis alike, however it is advised that participants have had some introductory yoga experience. If you're at all in doubt, please do get in touch.

*Please note that it will be quite hot and humid. There is air conditioning in the bedrooms, but not in common areas or the yoga platform, though there are fans. If you struggle in the heat, this may not be the experience for you - do get in touch to discuss if you’re at all unsure.

What’s Included

  • Elegant en-suite accommodation & private kitchens in most rooms

  • All breakfasts & lunches, as well as snacks and refreshments

  • 5 dinners on-site, to allow for more foodie exploration in Hoi An town centre!

  • Twice daily yoga classes including vinyasa, restorative

  • Daily meditation

  • All yoga equipment (e.g. mats, bolsters, blocks)

  • Bicycles to explore the local area

  • Day Trip: Private boat trip to the Cham Islands, including snorkelling and lunch

  • 60-min Massage, including 10 min herbal foot soak (in your room)

  • Transport to/from Da Nang Airport to An Villa

  • Pool towels

Not included

  • Flights

  • Additional cultural activities

  • Insurance (Travel/Health), including vaccines, as recommended by your personal GP

Retreat Costs & Rooming Options

Below is a visual taste of the beautiful accommodation that awaits you at An Villa! You will see a number of different rooming options to suit everyone. All rooms have wifi, private bathrooms, air conditioning, additional living spaces, and most have private kitchens.

*£50 discount on prices below if pay your deposit by 14th February, 2025

  • This shared villa has a total of 3 bedrooms with 1 double bed in each, two of which are interconnected by a garden, and a third on a mezzanine level. The private terrace overlooks the pond and the villa has an outdoor Viet style kitchen and a living room. (Max 6 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (one person per bed) - £1,350 pp

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed) - £1,150 pp

  • This shared villa has a total of 2 bedrooms with 1 double bed in each, with a shared bathroom, living room, private terrace overlooking the pond and an outdoor Viet style kitchen. (Max 4 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (one person per bed) - £1,350 pp

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed) - £1,150 pp

  • This Bungalow has one double bedroom and a sofa that can be turned into a single bed. You’ll have a natural outdoor bathroom, a kitchen, and a terrace. (Max 3 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (whole bungalow) - £1,450

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed/or one person in double bed and one person on sofa bed) - £1,250 pp

    • Triple Occupancy (2 people sharing double bed & one person on sofa) - £1,050 pp

  • This studio has one double bedroom and a sofa that can be turned into a single bed. You’ll have a bathroom, kitchen, and rooftop garden/terrace, with a view to the river and coconut trees. (Max 3 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (whole studio) - £1,450

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed/or one person in double bed and one person on sofa bed) - £1,250 pp

    • Triple Occupancy (2 people sharing double bed & one person on sofa) - £1,050 pp

  • This studio has one double bedroom and a sofa that can be turned into a single bed. You’ll have a bathroom, a kitchen, and private terrace overlooking to the river and a balcony with pool view. (Max 3 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (whole studio) - £1,450

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed/or one person in double bed and one person on sofa bed) - £1,250 pp

    • Triple Occupancy (2 people sharing double bed & one person on sofa) - £1,050 pp

  • This studio has one double bedroom, a kitchen, and a private terrace overlooking the pool (same level) and a small dining area. (Max 2 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy (whole studio) - £1,350

    • Double Occupancy (sharing double bed) - £1,150 pp

  • Khanti Suite is a spacious room with a queen bed that opens to a balcony and panorama view of the entire An Villa and mountains in the distance. There is a bathroom but please note there is no kitchen in this room. (Max 2 ppl)

    • Single Occupancy - £1,250

    • Double Occupancy (sharing queen bed) - £1,050 pp

How do I sign up?

  • A non-refundable deposit of £350 is required to hold your place, with the remainder due by 1st May, 2025. Space is limited, so early booking is encouraged! Contact me at exploringbalance@gmail.com to book your place or for any enquiries. (Payment plans may be discussed on request)

Cancellation Policy

  • If the retreat is cancelled by An Villa, you will receive a full refund.

  • Refunds are not possible due to cancellations caused by natural disasters, COVID-19, or any other unforeseen circumstances. (Once monies are paid, they are non-refundable)

It is strongly recommended that you take out insurance to cover your costs in the event that you have to cancel or curtail your retreat and are not due a refund in terms of the above policy.

Liability

An Villa and Aliya Sorgen shall not be liable for any loss, damage, expense, accident, injury or inconvenience whether to person or property, which the applicant or any other person may suffer or sustain arising out of, or in respect of, any attendance.

*Please note that all people identifying as women are most welcome to attend.