Description

Enjoy an Easter or Spring adventure in this award-winning destination with jaw-dropping views of the rugged coastline and ocean. Visit waterfalls, and beaches, take a boat trip, explore Funchal or stay by the pool and chill.

Time to enjoy a yoga holiday in Madeira in April and escape to warmer weather and beautiful landscapes.

Far off the coast of North Africa lies an island full of raw, natural beauty and adventures. Welcome, to Madeira!

Madeira may be small in size but it makes up for it by everything else being on a grand scale. To begin, it boasts Europe’s highest sea cliffs, and over 1300 hiking trails and even shows off the world’s largest firework display annually. This volcanic island really is a sight to behold.

Pioneers of slow tourism, Madeira is an island that protects and conserves its natural assets with care both on land and at sea. In fact, two-thirds of Madeira’s 741km2 is classified as a nature reserve. Furthermore, the natural heritage of the Madeira archipelago makes it a prime ecological destination.

For our yoga holiday in Madeira, we will be staying in one of the oldest Quintas on the island. Perched high above the bay of Funchal with sweeping views across the city and out to sea it feels like home from the moment you arrive.

A vast estate, the property is a working farm with a vineyard and a long, fascinating history! The beautiful gardens offer the perfect sanctuary to escape to with a book as well as a large pool, tennis courts and ponds.

This is not a remote location, you are only a 15-minute walk into the city even though feel fully secluded by the estate.

Honestly, there are so many adventures to be had in Madeira, that we struggled to create an itinerary that squeezes it all in!

However, we have created a yoga adventure that blends the best this incredible island has to offer. Hikes through the stunning trails of the levadas, cultural highlights, ocean swims and time to explore the dramatic coastline.

Venue

For our yoga holiday in Madeira, we will be staying in one of the oldest Quintas on the island. Perched high above the bay of Funchal with sweeping views across the city and out to sea it feels like home from the moment you arrive.

A vast estate, the property is a working farm with a vineyard and a long, fascinating history! The beautiful gardens offer the perfect sanctuary to escape too with a book as well as a large pool, tennis courts and ponds.

This is not a remote location, we are only a 15-minute walk into the city even though feel fully secluded by the estate.

The vast property has all manor of rooms to relax and have fun in! Alongside sitting rooms, there is a library and terrace with stunning views across Funchal. Outside you can enjoy the large pool, pool room with billiards, table tennis and a piano to play on!

Madeira is famous for its flowers and the expansive gardens are a prime example. Filled with perfect spots to escape to with a book or, head to the pool to relax on a lounger.

Yoga

The yoga classes on our yoga holiday Madeira will be suitable for all levels and abilities. We love having to introduce total beginners to yoga!

We hope to make the most of the amazing climate and gardens of the Quinta and do as many classes as possible outside under the shade of the trees. There is also a beautiful indoor yoga space perfect for restorative and meditations sessions.

Our morning yoga classes will be a blend of grounding Hatha, strong flows and creative movements to energise you for the day ahead. Evening sessions will be a blissful end to the day with restorative, yin and meditation.

You will need to bring your own yoga equipment on this retreat. We recommend you bring a mat, block and a blanket.

Retreat schedule

The days on your new year yoga holiday in Madeira will be the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. The hikes in Madeira are challenging – this is a volcanic island so you can expect walks that have both ascents and descents.

However, we take everything at a gentle pace so we can take in the beauty of where we are and the company we are in.

A day on retreat in Madeira

7 am
Tea and pre-yoga snacks served in the terrace

7.30 am
Energising morning yoga

9 am
Delicious vegan/veggie brunch to fuel the days adventures

10 am – Day 1
Walk into Funchal to explore the local area

10 am – Day 2
Guided hike through the Levada trails – setting intentions workshop, new year!

10 am – Day 3
Wake up a bit later, relaxed morning, enjoy Funchal

10 – am Day 4
Guided hike along the coastal paths, taking in the incredible views

10 am- Day 5
Trip to the stunning North of the island to enjoy another walk

10 am – Day 6
A day to yourself to do as you please

4 pm
Back home to relax and unwind

Cuisine

The island is known for its wonderful fresh produce that grows from the nutrient-rich volcanic soils of the island.

We will be making the most of the sub-tropical climate and the abundant organic local produce to create our plant-based meals for you to enjoy.

As you are probably aware, Madeira is also famed for two of lifes’ most wonderful gifts – wine and cake! Of course, it would be rude not to, especially as our Quinta is home to a vineyard and you can experience from grape to glass from the garden!

Our post-yoga brunch will fuel your days’ adventures and evening meals will showcase the skills of our chefs and produce of the island.

As we will be out and about during the days, lunches will be from local cafes, markets and restaurants while we are out. On hike days where this is not possible, we will provide you with a delicious packed lunch.

Rooms & Prices

There are 9 unique bedrooms within the Quinta with plenty of space and character. With a traditional feel they are simple but exceptionally clean and comfortable each with views across the gardens or out to sea. Each room has a private bathroom with showers. There are a mix of private doubles and twin rooms available.

Spacious master suite single en-suite room with sea views: £1695

Single en-suite with terrace and sea views: £1695

Single en-suite with garden views: £1595

Single room with a double bed and a shared bathroom with 1 other person: £1495

Single room with a single bed and a shared bathroom with 1 other person: £1495

Twin room with en-suite and sea views: £1395pp

small twin en-suite: £1245pp

A twin room is two single beds for two people sharing

Includes

• Traditional Madeira Quinta with lots of outdoor space and room options
• Outdoor pool and dining area, games room and tennis court
• Exclusive access to the Quinta a short walk in funchal
• Energising morning yoga classes
• Restorative evening yoga classes
• Delicious plant based/veggie brunch after yoga with our AY chef
• Delicious plant based evening meal after yoga with our AY chef
• Lunch if staying at the Quinta
• 3 x Guided hikes/tours with qualified guides and packed lunches
• Transport included for 3 hikes included in the price
• Yoga mats

What past guests have said

“I arrived full of physical tension and I’m leaving radiating sunshine! Thank you for making this possible! I loved it ALL!”

“An amazing, relaxing and nourishing weekend, I met incredible teachers and people and go home inspired. Thank you.”

“Can’t wait to return. Please do another just the same next August. The perfect escape and I’m sad to leave but feel mended and with a happy heart.”

Location and how to get here

Madeira is easily accessible from a number of UK airports and various airlines. The flight time is roughly 4 hours.

Airport transfers are not included within your package with us so to allow for you to arrive as and when you choose. As with all of our retreats we will be able to link people arriving on the same flights to share taxis etc. The transfer from the airport to the property takes 20 minutes.

Access to the property on arrival day will be no earlier than 4pm and departure from the property will be no later than 10 am.

Below are the departure airports that offer direct flights to Madeira.

London Gatwick – flights with EasyJet
Heathrow – flights with British Airways
London Luton – flights with Whizz Air
Bristol – flights with EasyJet

Booking

To book on to this Yoga and Hiking Retreat in Madeira, fill in the form below. Receive a complimentary wellbeing journal (for UK residents only) when you book through this website (Trips With A Soul).