Retreats

Yoga Retreat 7th - 14th September 2009
Huzur Vadisi - Fethiye , Turkey

£525 per person

We are delighted to be going to Huzur Vadisi for the first time in 2009. Huzur Vadisi is known as one of THE top retreat venues in the world.

"Huzur Vadisi is one of those rare jewels that you want to keep secret but don't because you'd feel too selfish. Idyllic, nestled in the most beautiful scenery, the hospitality is unequalled and the food worth the trip in itself. If you want peace and quiet, real nature, real food and real people, Huzur Vadisi is for you."

Huzur Vadisi has been running since 1993 as a venue for inspiring, relaxing holidays in the stunning surroundings of the pine forested mountains of Turkey's 'Turquoise' coast. Meaning 'peaceful valley' in Turkish, Huzur Vadisi is built around a traditional restored farmstead. Accommodation is in large, comfortable, nomadic yurts, a special feature of the holiday. Some rooms are also available. Huzur Vadisi's combination of stunning unspoilt location, welcoming and experienced staff, and 'legendary' food, ensures a memorable experience for which guests return year after year.

Huzur Vadisi is a place where the only sounds are the cicadas, the call of owls at night and in springtime the song of the heavenly nightingales. You can walk unhindered in any direction to spectacular view points of the coast and islands and inland to unfolding mountain ranges. The original farmhouse is the inspiration for the careful restoration and building at Huzur Vadisi. Two special features are the beautiful natural stone swimming pool, and the traditional wooden Kösk (where the word kiosk comes from meaning summer house or pavillion), which is not unlike an exotic treehouse and is a favourite spot for siestas! The house provides a sitting room with open log fire for cooler evenings at the beginning and end of the year.

Huzur Vadisi is in the region of southwest Turkey known as Lycia. Mountainous and forested with a beautiful coastline of deep bays and islands the scenery is quite stunning, with limestone cliffs and panoramic views of sometimes snowcapped mountains rising from the turquoise sea. The climate is typically Mediterranean with hot, sunny, dry summer months, and lovely spring and autumn weather, with September one of the nicest months.

There is lots to do in the loocal area, including boat trips and trips to an historic local area. Please visit www.huzurvadisi.com for more pictures and info.

Living accomodation in spacious traditional turkish yurts is something rather special. The yurt (which is the Turkish word for home) is a circular domed "tent", made on a wooden trellis frame. There are also some rooms available. In hot weather the apex of the roof is left open to the sky, the so called "Eye of Heaven" - at night you can see the stars from your bed. Equipped with "proper" beds, electricity, wooden floors and home comforts, the yurts are definitely not camping! White cotton mosquito nets ensure you can sleep in blissful peace free from the usual Mediterranean wildlife.

The feeling at Huzur Vadisi is very much of being a houseguest - it's a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Guests tend to share similar interests and values, which creates a friendly, supportive and lively atmosphere which is particularly welcoming for people holidaying on their own. There is also plenty of space to be by yourself and be quiet if you wish. Turkish cuisine is recognized as one of the great cuisines of the world and this is reflected in our delicious, vegetarian food based on fresh local produce - fruit, vegetables, pulses, nuts, cheeses and yoghurt.

About the teacher
Carol Trevor
Carol got her first taste of yoga in 1991 and has practised meditation for over a decade. She received her teaching qualification from the British Wheel of Yoga and has trained in diverse forms of hatha yoga including ashtanga, Iyengar and Sivananda. She enjoys teaching both the dynamic and subtle aspects of yoga in a form that enables students to develop their practice with confidence, inner awareness and joy. She is inspired by the non-dual teachings and the relevance of yogic wisdom in everyday life. Carol teaches an inspirational style of deep hatha flow, and on the retreat will be teaching the morning classes and an evening meditation.

Travel
You will need to book your own flights and transport to Huzur Vadisi. Holidays run from Monday to Monday, as that is when most charter flights fly from UK airports to Dalaman a four hour flight from the UK.

Dalaman airport is about half an hour from Huzur Vadisi. Monday is travel day and therefore courses generally begin on Tuesday. We recommend flights that arrive in Turkey during the afternoon and early evening. If you have any problems with this, please contact us to discuss the options. Details of transfers, what to bring and other information will be sent to you with your booking confirmation. Huzur Vadisi can provide minibus transfers for group arrivals at £15pp to include both way. Minibus transfers can also be arranged for individual arrivals or smaller numbers for the same price as a taxi, around £30 one way - however this is dependent on arrival times. Otherwise a taxi can be taken.

More info on travel to the centre is here

Price
Shared room - £525 per person
Single room supplement - £140
There is a non refundable deposit of £150 to secure a space.
book online here
please pay the remainder of your booking by cheque. email for details.

What's included in the price
All yoga and meditation classes
Seven nights accomodation
Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, supper)
Use of all facilities and the grounds within the property

What's not included in the price
Flights and transfers from the airport
Excursions and activities outside of the house and grounds.
Massage and other therapies
Travel insurance.

How to book
You can book online here, or please contact for details of how to pay by cheque.