7-DAY AYURVEDIC LIFESTYLE RETREAT IN ANDALUSIA, SPAIN
SEPTEMBER 20-27, 2025
- Are you passionate about getting to know new cultures through the eyes of the locals?
- Are you drawn to places where quietness and slowness are a way of being in the world?
- Do you want to weave daily practices that enhance your health and well-being into your life and don't know where to start?
If your answer is a heart-felt YES, this retreat is for you!
Join Kayla Weber, Elena Delgado Vázquez and Karan Estee for this incredible 7-day healing journey in the beautiful southernmost region of Andalusia, Spain, where you will breathe, move, connect with your inner wisdom, and align with the rhythms of Nature. As you explore the ancient practices of Ayurveda, you will enhance your health and well-being by focusing on five principles of health – nutrition, movement, emotional well-being, meditation, and rest. In this retreat, not only will you learn about Ayurveda, but you will also integrate its ancient teachings by creating your own Ayurvedic daily routine, or Dinacharya. Thus, the benefits of your experience will extend beyond your time in the retreat.
Each principle of health will be woven into all daily practices. We will gather in the mornings for breathwork, meditation, yoga, and journaling. During the day, you will have the opportunity to get intimate with the land, dive deeper into your own personal practices, immerse yourself in the culture, or simply relax and enjoy the slower Andalusian way of life. We will end each day with a relaxation practice such as Restorative Yoga or Yoga Nidra, will integrate and will sit together in a sharing circle.
Along with all this, you will experience the richness of the Andalusian culture and its people, its history, architecture, and cuisine through the eyes of the locals (I'M FROM ANDALUSIA MYSELF!) – you will hike, go on a landmark tour, you will “forest bathe” in the surrounding trails, and you will have the opportunity to experience the local festivals. You will have plenty of time to explore and choose your own adventure as well! Horseback riding, massages and e-bike guided tours are available on site, at the beautiful Finca "El Moro", in Fuenteheridos, Huelva, Andalusia, Spain.
Cultural Offerings
IBERIAN CURED HAM gastroTOUR AT "CINCO JOTAS", IN JABUGO
"Cinco Jotas" acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham is a decadent pleasure that many consider to be the most exclusive gourmet "jamón" in the world. The legendary "Cinco Jotas" brand began in 1879 in Jabugo, and has enjoyed international renown ever since. Declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, Jabugo has been famous since the Middle Ages for the a
"Cinco Jotas" acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham is a decadent pleasure that many consider to be the most exclusive gourmet "jamón" in the world. The legendary "Cinco Jotas" brand began in 1879 in Jabugo, and has enjoyed international renown ever since. Declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, Jabugo has been famous since the Middle Ages for the art of producing the most exclusive acorn-fed 100% "ibérico" gourmet ham in the world.
mosque visit, in almonaster la real
The mosque of Almonaster la Real was built between the 9th and 10th centuries.
It was built on the remains of a 6th-century Visigoth basilica, whose materials were reused in its construction. After the reconquest of al-Andalus by the Christian kingdoms, it was converted into a shrine.
It is in the Roman, Almohad and Gothic styles, and was c
The mosque of Almonaster la Real was built between the 9th and 10th centuries.
It was built on the remains of a 6th-century Visigoth basilica, whose materials were reused in its construction. After the reconquest of al-Andalus by the Christian kingdoms, it was converted into a shrine.
It is in the Roman, Almohad and Gothic styles, and was classified as a historic monument in 1931. As the only mosque in rural Spain that has come down to us mostly intact, this is a site of exceptional historic and artistic value.
"GRUTA DE LAS MARAVILLAS" visit, in ARACENA
The "Gruta de las Maravillas" is a natural spring of infinite beauty carved over the centuries by Nature herself - from water and stone. This spectacular series of galleries, chambers, lakes and underground watercourses inside the "Cerro del Castillo" are formed on Palaeozoic limestone in an enduring and unique karstic system, which is a
The "Gruta de las Maravillas" is a natural spring of infinite beauty carved over the centuries by Nature herself - from water and stone. This spectacular series of galleries, chambers, lakes and underground watercourses inside the "Cerro del Castillo" are formed on Palaeozoic limestone in an enduring and unique karstic system, which is a witness to bygone ages and climates. It is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved grottos in the world.
"peña de arias montano" visit, in ALÁJAR
The "Peña de Arias Montano" takes its name from remarkable 16th-century polymath and humanist Benito Arias Montano, who repeatedly visited this spot for retreat and meditation. Its 16th-century chapel, the "Ermita de Nuestra Señora Reina de los Ángeles", is an important local pilgrimage site.
"CORTE de jamón SOLIDARIO", in JABUGO
"CORTE de jamón SOLIDARIO", in JABUGO
As part of the "San Miguel Arcángel" Festival, the Town of Jabugo hosts an annual fundraising event with live music and "Cinco Jotas" Iberian ham for sale.
*This event is scheduled for Saturday, September 27 at 2:00pm. Please let us know in advance if you'd like to attend so that we can help arrange transportation and accommodation.
Where Will You Stay?
Experience the silence and the tranquility of the "Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche" Natural Park, in Andalusia, Spain.
We'll stay at Finca "El Moro", in Fuenteheridos, Huelva - where the world is quiet.
"Sierra de aracena y picos de aroche" natural park, andalusia, spain
The "Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche" region is full of surprises: it has natural areas of unspoilt nature, cool white villages filled with art, peaceful forests where pines vie with cork oaks and chestnut trees.
This land with its rich gastronomy and traditions, also conceals in its heart deep under the Aracena castle, the Maravillas grotto; this is without doubt one of the most impressive romantic monuments created by nature.
Scattered around the mountains are the towns of Almonaster la Real, with its mosque set atop the hill; Aracena and its Ham Museum; Zufre, awarded the designation of Cultural Property; Cortegana, with its well-conserved castle, and other towns such as Fuenteheridos, Jabugo, Valdelarco, Galaroza, Aroche, etc.
At Finca "El Moro", you'll stay in one of the traditional stone cottages.
Each cottage has its own swimming pool.
The cottages are all equipped with a kitchen, sitting room and outside areas.
A Unique Retreat
our retreat is unique!
- There's a focus on well-being AND on cultural immersion;
- you'll get to experience the Andalusian culture through the eyes of the locals;
- ritual and ceremony are the essence of the retreat;
- all this in the intimacy of a small group.
There're only 12 spots! (5 spots available!)
We have private and shared rooms available!
SHARED ROOM: $1,850 (1 double room and 1 triple room available!)
PRIVATE ROOM: $2,300 (SOLD OUT!)
Sample Schedule
- Arrival day
3:00pm - Pickup at Santa Justa train station in Seville
7:00pm - Dinner
8:00pm - Welcome ceremony
- Full days
7:30am-9:00am - Tea/coffee time with breathwork and journaling
9:00am-11:00am - Movement and meditation
11:00am - Big brunch
11:30am-4:00pm - Free time (relaxation, proposed cultural activities, exploring the area, massage, hor
- Arrival day
3:00pm - Pickup at Santa Justa train station in Seville
7:00pm - Dinner
8:00pm - Welcome ceremony
- Full days
7:30am-9:00am - Tea/coffee time with breathwork and journaling
9:00am-11:00am - Movement and meditation
11:00am - Big brunch
11:30am-4:00pm - Free time (relaxation, proposed cultural activities, exploring the area, massage, horseback riding, e-bike touring)
4:00pm-6:00pm - Ayurvedic Lifestyle workshop
6:00pm-7:30pm - Movement, sound healing and sharing circle
7:30pm - Dinner
- Final day
7:30am - Tea/coffee time and closing ceremony
8:30am - Breakfast
9:00am - Pack and leave
10:00am - Transfer to Santa Justa train station in Seville
Meet Your Teachers
ELENA
ELENA
ELENA
Originally from Andalusia, Elena is a mother, educator, and facilitator. She’s a certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle educator, Primordial Sound Meditation instructor, Yoga teacher, Cacao Ceremony facilitator, MotherCircle facilitator, Womb Circle facilitator and Birth and Postpartum doula. Before becoming a mother, she taught English as a Secon
Originally from Andalusia, Elena is a mother, educator, and facilitator. She’s a certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle educator, Primordial Sound Meditation instructor, Yoga teacher, Cacao Ceremony facilitator, MotherCircle facilitator, Womb Circle facilitator and Birth and Postpartum doula. Before becoming a mother, she taught English as a Second Language, Literature, and Spanish for more than a decade. Through movement, breath, meditation, ritual and ceremony, Elena’s mission is to help create spaces where participants can connect with their inner wisdom and with the intelligence of Mother Nature.
She currently lives in Eagle, Colorado, with her husband and her daughter.
KAYLA
ELENA
ELENA
Kayla has a passion for mindfulness practices and a wide variety of healing modalities such as yoga, meditation, forest therapy and sound healing.
She currently owns "Revolution Power Yoga", a yoga studio in Avon, CO, and is working to integrate more overall wellness to the asana space.
KARAN
ELENA
KARAN
Karan is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and personal trainer with over 25 years of experience. Her teaching style is alignment, breath and function-driven, with the intention of helping her students get stronger while letting go of tension. By bringing you to a place of BALANCE in your body, she believes that this will ultimately bring
Karan is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and personal trainer with over 25 years of experience. Her teaching style is alignment, breath and function-driven, with the intention of helping her students get stronger while letting go of tension. By bringing you to a place of BALANCE in your body, she believes that this will ultimately bring you to a place of balance in your life.
When not teaching or doing yoga, Karan loves swimming, whitewater kayaking, riding her bike, skiing, hiking, and spending time with her silly dog Finn.
If you're ready to go on the self-discovery journey of a lifetime, we're ready to embark on that journey with you!
