Reignite Your Soul Retreat

Travel Information, Extra Accommodation and Frequently Asked Questions

This page has all the travel information you need to know about before your upcoming retreat in Ikaria, Greece. You can click on each button to go directly to the relevant section or simply scroll down

FAQs

CAN I COME TO BREATHE IN GREECE BY MYSELF?

Absolutely! Solo travellers have the best time meeting new people and dipping in and out as they like. Our motto is, come as strangers, leave as best friends!

DO YOU HAVE FREE TIME DURING THE DAY & EVENINGS?

100% We will always schedule downtime in our daily itinerary for you to read a book or chill by the pool. This is your Retreat, and you can always take time off between activities to hit the town or go on a little solo exploration. Our hosts are experts in the local area. If you’d like any recommendations or suggestions, ask one of the Breathe In Greece team, who will be happy to assist.

WHAT SORT OF FOOD DO YOU OFFER AT THE RETREATS?

One of the best-kept secrets at Breathe In Greece is the authentic Greek food we eat during the retreat. And we’ll make sure you have plenty of food to refuel! We’re all about a wholesome, balanced approach to food so expect tables full of fresh, nutritious meals that we’ll enjoy together! Our local Chefs only use fresh, local produce and always give you a taste of the local cuisine.

We’re delighted to cater for vegetarians and vegans, and we’ll aim to cater to any specific dietary requirements. Make sure you fill out the form below before your trip!

START & FINISH

Your retreat begins at 5pm on Day 1 of the retreat and ends after breakfast around 11am on our last day of the retreat.

WHEN SHOULD I BOOK?

We offer discounts for signing up before specific dates, so the earlier you sign up, the better your price may be. Don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter and be the first to know about our release dates and exclusive offers to our members. Check the specific trip you are interested in to make sure you sign up before the next deadline!

HOW DOES THE INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS WORK?

Once you confirm your place at Breathe In Greece by paying the deposit, we will set up two further automatic payments to be deducted from a credit card of your choice 60 days before the start date of the retreat.

DO I NEED TO BOOK MY OWN FLIGHT?

You are responsible for booking your own flight. Each trip will have suggested arrival and departure details based on when we know you need to be at the airport, and you can always send us the itinerary before booking if you want to double-check check it’s correct!

WHAT IF I HAVE SOME INJURIES. CAN I STILL ATTEND THE RETREAT?

Yes, you can still come if you are aware your injury is not going to impact or worsen during the retreat. We kindly ask you to check with your doctor first if joining a retreat is ok. Our instructors are extensively qualified to work on some alternatives and regressions so that you can get the most out of our sessions. However, just to be on the safe side, check with your doctor first for your own peace of mind so you’re able to enjoy an awesome experience.

WHERE DO I FLY INTO AND WHEN?

Fly into Ikaria National Airport (JIK) if we are in Ikaria, and Mykonos International Airport JMK) if we are in Mykonos. 

Once you have booked your flights, do send us the details so we can organize the transfer for you.

DO I HAVE TO BOOK MY OWN TRANSFER?

It depends, as a rule of thumb, no. We always cover one scheduled transfer on check-in – usually at 2pm and one scheduled transfer on check-out – around 11am to all guests in the retreat. This is included in our package. The retreat management can happily arrange a cab or van for trips to and from the airport outside these free shuttles at an extra cost.

CAN I ARRIVE EARLY AND STAY LATE?

Due to the turnover between retreats, we cannot accept early check-ins and late check-outs. You will need to purchase your flights in order to arrive/depart by the given dates and time ranges for your specific trip. If you choose to arrive earlier or later than the given day/time, you will be responsible for the cost of transportation & accommodation needed to join the group. You are welcome to drop your luggage at our retreat if you arrive earlier than our check-in time. We always encourage you to explore the area if that option is available.

Breathe In Greece team can help you book early check-ins and late check-outs. See below for more information.

WHAT IS THE LEVEL OF YOGA?

We welcome yogis of all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced practitioners. Yoga retreats are not just for the yogi who practices every day and can touch the floor with their elbows. Our retreats offer opportunities for growth and new experience, no matter how much time you have spent on your mat. Regardless, we suggest keeping an open mind and trying out practices that might be new to you.

HOW MANY CLASSES WILL THERE BE?

1-2 yoga classes daily, plus other workshops. 

IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL TO GREECE?

Greece is one of the safest countries in the world. Our safety is the main priority, and everything designed at the retreat has gone under a thorough inspection by us.

Suggested Flight Schedule 01

**ARRIVAL ONE DAY PRIOR TO THE RETREAT START DATE **

The flight schedule below includes the international flight from Halifax-YHZ to Athens-ATH, Greece and the domestic flight from Athens-ATH to Ikaria JIK airport

Outbound - Sunday, 4 June 2023

Flying from Halifax (YHZ) to Ikaria (JIK) via Athens (ATH) with Air Canada and Aegean Airlines

4.00pm

Halifax YHZ

AC667 | Operated by Air Canada
Airbus A220-300
Flight Duration: 1h35m

4.35pm

Montreal YUL

Layover: 1hr

5.35pm

Montreal YUL

AC898 | Operated by Air Canada
Boeing 777-300ER
Flight Duration: 9h20m

9.55am (+1 day)

Athens ATH

Arriving Monday, June 5 | Layover at Athens Airport: 3h25m

1.20pm

Athens ATH

OA040 | Operated by Aegean Airlines
Aircraft: ATR 72
Flight Duration: 55m

2.15pm

Ikaria JIK

You have landed on your dream island!

Inbound - Tuesday, 13 June 2023

Travelling from Ikaria (JIK) to Halifax (YHZ) via Athens (ATH) with Aegean Airlines and Air Canada.
NOTE: This flight schedule allows you to stay overnight in Athens and explore its surroundings.

2.40pm

Ikaria JIK

OA041 | Operated by Aegean Airlines
Aircraft: ATR72
Flight Duration: 55m

3.35pm

Athens ATH

You have landed in Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization!

Overnight in Athens

Explore Athens

Spend your afternoon around the old Athenian streets, visit the Acropolis and its museum and enjoy Greek food at its finest!

Wednesday, June 14

Morning in Athens

Spend your morning around the old Athenian streets, enjoy breakfast, and go shopping.

12.10pm

Athens ATH

AC889 | Operated by Air Canada
Boeing 777-300ER
Flight Duration: 10h15m

3.25pm

Montreal YUL

Layover: 5hr50m

9.15pm

Montreal YUL

AC670 | Operated by Air Canada
Airbus A220-300
Flight Duration: 1h31m

11.46pm

Halifax YHZ

Arriving same day

Price Summary Air Canada

CAD $1,246.76

Price Summary Aegean Airlines

CAD $164.15

All airfares are subject to availability at the time of booking and are not guaranteed until purchased and the e-tickets have been issued.

Airfares may change without notice prior to e-ticket issuance. Fares may not be available on all flights and/or travel dates while certain fares may only be available for new bookings.

Suggested Flight Schedule 02

**ARRIVAL AT THE RETREAT START DATE **

The flight schedule below includes the international flight from Halifax-YHZ to Athens-ATH, Greece and the domestic flight from Athens-ATH to Ikaria JIK airport

Outbound - Monday, 5 June 2023

Flying from Halifax (YHZ) to Ikaria (JIK) via Athens (ATH) with Air Canada and Aegean Airlines

4.00pm

Halifax YHZ

AC667 | Operated by Air Canada
Airbus A220-300
Flight Duration: 1h35m

4.35pm

Montreal YUL

Layover: 1hr

5.35pm

Montreal YUL

AC898 | Operated by Air Canada
Boeing 777-300ER
Flight Duration: 9h20m

9.55am (+1 day)

Athens ATH

Arriving Tuesday, June 6 | Layover at Athens Airport: 3h25m

1.20pm

Athens ATH

OA040 | Operated by Aegean Airlines
Aircraft: ATR 72
Flight Duration: 55m

2.15pm

Ikaria JIK

You have landed on your dream island!

Inbound - Tuesday, 13 June 2023

Travelling from Ikaria (JIK) to Halifax (YHZ) via Athens (ATH) with Aegean Airlines and Air Canada.
NOTE: This flight schedule allows you to stay overnight in Athens and explore its surroundings.

2.40pm

Ikaria JIK

OA041 | Operated by Aegean Airlines
Aircraft: ATR72
Flight Duration: 55m

3.35pm

Athens ATH

You have landed in Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization!

Overnight in Athens

Explore Athens

Spend your afternoon around the old Athenian streets, visit the Acropolis and its museum and enjoy Greek food at its finest!

Wednesday, June 14

Morning in Athens

Spend your morning around the old Athenian streets, enjoy breakfast, and go shopping.

12.10pm

Athens ATH

AC889 | Operated by Air Canada
Boeing 777-300ER
Flight Duration: 10h15m

3.25pm

Montreal YUL

Layover: 5hr50m

9.15pm

Montreal YUL

AC670 | Operated by Air Canada
Airbus A220-300
Flight Duration: 1h31m

11.46pm

Halifax YHZ

Arriving same day

Price Summary Air Canada

CAD $1,264.56

Price Summary Aegean Airlines

CAD $164.15

All airfares are subject to availability at the time of booking and are not guaranteed until purchased and the e-tickets have been issued.

Airfares may change without notice prior to e-ticket issuance. Fares may not be available on all flights and/or travel dates while certain fares may only be available for new bookings.

Extra Accommodation In Ikaria

Extra Accommodation option is only available upon request and only for the Reignite Your Soul 2023 retreat participants on June 5, 2023

For all participants who would like to arrive earlier at the island of Ikaria (June 5, 2023), we offer additional accommodation options at the hotel. This way, you can relax, get over jetlag and settle in your room before the retreat start date/time. The special price for the extra night is            CAD $250pp (plus taxes and fees) and includes the following:

  • Transportation from the airport/port to the hotel

  • Accommodation 

  • Dinner on June 5

  • Breakfast on June 6

  • Use of the outdoor/indoor hotel areas

  • Free use of the swimming pool

  • Free use of mini tennis court

  • Free WiFi

NOTE: If you are interested in spending an extra night on June 5 (before the retreat start date), please let us know before January 12. Accommodations are secured on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited. 

Extra Accommodation In Athens

Accommodation option for Athens after the end of the Reignite Your Soul 2023 retreat is available upon request

Looking to spend one night in Athens? We’ve got thousands of options for you to choose from. Please let us know what you are looking for, and we will tailor the perfect package for you!

Travelling To Greece

Things to keep in mind while travelling to Greece

Passport

All travellers are required to travel with a valid passport.

Canadian citizens do not need a visa to travel to Greece (Greece belongs to the Schengen area). However, visa-free travel only applies to stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Stays are cumulative and include visits to any Schengen area country.

For more information, please visit the official website of the Canadian Government about travelling to Greece at Travel advice and advisories for Greece.

Vaccination

Visiting a travel doctor is recommended every time you travel somewhere for the first time. They will be able to provide an overview of which vaccinations you might need before you travel.

For more information, please visit the official website of the Canadian Government about travelling and vaccination requirements at the Travel health notices webpage.

Currency

Euro is the official currency in Greece. Although you can find places where you can use your credit card, we strongly suggest you travel with cash that you can use in case the POS system is not working or does not exist.

There are several exchange kiosks at the airport when you arrive in Athens.

ATM’s in Ikaria are limited therefore, travelling with cash is recommended.

Transportation

As mentioned above, for those who decide to arrive in Ikaria on June 6, there will be a pick-up and transfer service from the airport to the hotel.

If you decide to arrive early in Ikaria (June 5), the price for the accommodation includes the transportation fees.

If you choose to arrive on another date, you will have to arrange your own transportation to the hotel.

*We are able to provide transportation service to the hotel outside of the days listed above at an extra cost; please contact us directly for more details.

**Flight tickets (international and domestic flights) are not included in the price.

Cancellation Policy

Things you need to know if you decide you need to cancel your participation

You may cancel your booking at any time. Depending on when you cancel, cancellation fees may apply. We highly recommend travel insurance for all clients. This must be bought independently as it is not included in the retreat price. If for whatever reason, you need to cancel your retreat place after you have booked with us, the following refund policy will apply:

– All cancellations must be received in writing.
– If you cancel between 59-0 days before the start of the retreat, we will retain 100% of the cost of the retreat.
– If you cancel between 60 to 89 days before the retreat start date, 25% of the entire retreat amount will be refunded to you.
– If you cancel between 90 to 119 days before the retreat start date, 50% of the entire retreat amount will be refunded to you.
– If you cancel 120 days or more before your retreat start date, you will be refunded the full retreat amount (minus your seven hundred dollars ($700) non-refundable booking fee) with no cancellation fee.
– No refund will be provided for premature leaving of the retreat or failure to arrive at the retreat for any reason.
– No refund will be provided for only part of a booking, for example, if a room is booked for two guests who are sharing and one guest is unable to attend, the booking would need to be cancelled as a whole for the above refund policy to apply.
– No refund will be provided for any room downgrades after the 24hrs from the point of booking has lapsed.
– If paying via installments, the above conditions will apply based on the entire price of your booking and not just on any installments paid.
– If paying via installments due to administration, an additional 5% will be charged on all stage payments.
– If another person can be found to take your place, then we may offer you a partial or full refund at our discretion.
– Refunds and returned payments are generally settled within 120 working days of the date of cancellation. Once the retreat has begun, no refund or part refund or unused portion of the retreat will be repaid in the event of cancellation by you.
– Bookings are for the stated period of the retreat. There are no refunds for an unused portion of the retreat. If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of your Insurance Policy, you may be able to claim your insurance.