Retreat 2026 – Kissamos, Crete, Greece

Kissamos, Crete, Greece

16th – 23rd June 2026

What others have said about Yoga with Lisa Retreats:

“I went on my first ever yoga retreat to Crete in June 2025 with Lisa. Everything about the retreat was perfect – the twice daily yoga (some sessions invigorating and some relaxing), stunning location, delicious home cooked food and very warm staff. Yoga takes place on the shala directly above the beach and we face the sea during practice – blissful! Lisa’s sessions are thoughtfully planned and varied. Lisa is a very knowledgeable and passionate teacher, and she guides everyone through asanas and meditation with encouragement. Lisa has a great sense of humour, so there is always a laugh during practice, and she makes you feel very comfortable. Everyone in the group was very nice and most of us are going again this year, 2026. An added bonus is that we are there for the summer solstice; we get up before sun rise, do yoga on the beach and then we sit and wait for the sun to appear – magical! Also, there is plenty of free time and there are some nice and interesting places within easy walk.” Koula 2025

Kissamos, also known as Kastelli, is a small town which mostly sells tractors to the local farming community. There is a network of cobbled streets where you can find shops and cafes, and an area overlooking the sea with traditional Cretan seafood restaurants.

Our yoga venue is on the outskirts of the town. Here the sea is clean, warm and shallow, making for easy swimming with a long quiet strand of golden sandy beach with occasional shingle. Our beach is called Mavros Molos, and the yoga space is above the beach looking out to sea.

Kastelli is a seaside resort which attracts Greek tourists. Behind this coastal plainis a mountainous backdrop of gorges and craggy peaks. This provides for many easy grade walks, the chance to see birds of prey, and wild flowers, and old rural ways like treading grapes.

Apart from sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and yoga, you can visit ancient ruins, take a day cruise, explore the Venetian town of Chania, walk gorges, or be still and simply enjoy the ocean.

Our hosts Mike and Maria own the beachside taverna. They will be feeding us after the morning yoga class and on selected evening during the week, with some evenings kept free to visit the local seafood restaurants.

Maria is a fantastic cook, and during the week there will be the option of attending a cookery class to learn how to prepare traditional Greek vegetarian meals, which we will then eat!

There will also be an optional excursion to the organic olive oil mill at Astrikas, world famous olive oil, plus organic lemon olive oil and organic orange olive oil available to purchase onsite which really is fantastic. To find out more go to www.biolea.gr.

Yoga will take place twice a day on the yoga deck overlooking the beach with its sea views.There will be no yoga on one day, allowing you to travel further afield; explore some of the re fantastic nearby walks and gorges. We can either arrange official group walks, or you can go off and explore on your own, and there will also be an option of a boat trip, all depending on the group’s preferences.

Our rooms are simply furnished in Cretan style, with air conditioning and ensuite facilities.

Located immediately behind the venue, although the rooms do not have sea views, they are perfectly situated only a stone’s throw / few steps walk from the beach.

There are three upstairs rooms which share a balcony, and therefore carry a superior room supplement. Please note this is a taverna and not a hotel, rooms and furnishings are appropriate to that. All rooms have a fridge and a kettle.

There is a tiny supermarket close by and a small clothing boutique. A short walk takes you to the small central village area with its cafes and shops. The main road at the top of the village is less interesting to visit, as this is where tractors and industrial goods are sold.

Meals – each day after your morning yoga class, you will be served a delicious breakfast with milk, eggs and cheese all from the owners’ small-holding.

Your vegetarian group dinners will be onsite, and on some nights a fish option will be available.

Five group evening meals are included in the cost of your holiday.

Includes –

Accommodation,
yoga,
large vegetarian breakfast and
five group evening meals.

Not Included –

Flight (fly to Chania, from here you will be met by taxi and transferred to Mavros Molos Beach at Kissamos.) Direct flights to Chania from the UK depart from Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and Bristol.
Transfers (we will be teaming people up to share taxis from Chania airport to the venue. The transfer from Chania airport takes approx. 35 minutes.) and
Insurance.

“I’ve been i’ve been on two Yoga retreats with Lisa, one to Crete & the other to Italy . I would have gone on another this year but was already committed to another date in the diary .. 📔 and disappointed ☹️ for myself. The venues Lisa choose are absolutely stunning , with particular attention to the yoga platforms where we are placed in spaced positions looking at beautiful surroundings . Lisa teaches in a very constructive , clear understanding way , paying attention to each individual’s physical & emotional needs , ( without others knowing) which gives great comfort & support. We then go onto having a spiritual circle where we discuss how we are feeling either verbally or in the notebooks Lisa provides to write ✍️ privately … and we have energy cards and crystals to pick that invariably resonate with us individually. The whole experience is wonderful, nurturing and I’ll always go back.” Jan 2025

“I have been attending Lisa’s yoga classes for 3 years just after my husband passed away. Lisa was very supportive kind and understanding, Lisa’s support was what i needed during this difficult period. Lisa comes to her classes with prepared lessons for each class, she caters for everyone’s level of experience and needs and is patient. i have been going to all Lisa’s Yoga retreats and will continue to do so. I can feel the benefit of attending her classes. Lisa is one of the best yoga teachers i have had.” Raj 2025