This 8 day, 7 night retreat will help you relax, feel rejuvenated, and reconnect with your spirit of adventure. We will have 1-2 movement and yoga classes per day at our yoga center with access to a sauna and jacuzzi, 5 included adventures in our week + 2 days with optional adventures.
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North Iceland is the ideal location for yogis, adventurers, and other travel enthusiasts who desire an authentic experience at the heart of this magical country.
Away from the mainstream tourism of Reykjavik, we’ll go North to the town of Akureyri, Iceland’s second largest city (population = 18,000). Once one of Iceland’s best kept secrets, Akureyri has been voted #1 European Destination by Lonely Planet several times.
Akureyri’s mild climate on the longest fjord in the country and its close proximity to the Arctic Circle make it a must-see and must-experience destination.
Majestic landscapes, Icelandic horses, waterfalls, secret hikes off the beaten path, volcanic craters and geothermic nature baths are just some of the features offered. The various seasons offer their own additional gifts – the midnight sun, whale watching, and chasing the Northern Lights.
Away from the mainstream tourism of Reykjavik, we’ll go North to the town of Akureyri, Iceland’s second largest city (population = 18,000). Once one of Iceland’s best kept secrets, Akureyri has been voted #1 European Destination by Lonely Planet several times.
Akureyri’s mild climate on the longest fjord in the country and its close proximity to the Arctic Circle make it a must-see and must-experience destination.
Majestic landscapes, Icelandic horses, waterfalls, secret hikes off the beaten path, volcanic craters and geothermic nature baths are just some of the features offered. The various seasons offer their own additional gifts – the midnight sun, whale watching, and chasing the Northern Lights.
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Retreat Details
OUR ITINERARY: Each morning, after breakfast, we will all have the option to participate in an all levels group yoga / movement class. Our hosts will pick us up at each lodging (all within a few blocks) and we’ll be transported across the fjord to our beautiful yoga and wellness center that overlooks the mountains and water. Classes will be welcoming to all, and if you prefer, the center has a relaxation room, beautiful views, a dry sauna and jacuzzi available to our group. After class, we’ll be transported to lunch, and after this, we’ll head out for our day’s activities! If you decide any morning to sleep in and skip a class, you can simply meet us at lunch which is just a couple blocks walk from your home. Our afternoon and evening adventures together will include:
- Hrisey Island - A lovely ferry ride to spend an afternoon picturesque exploration and hike of Hrisey Island. Situated at 66 degrees North, just a stone’s throw from the Arctic Circle, Hrisey is considered one of the “Power” places in Iceland. This can’t be easily explained, so we’ll offer some moments of pause to sit and feel this special planetary vortex energy.
- Icelandic Horse riding - the Icelandic Horse is truly unique to Iceland and even boasts a unique gait called the “tolt”. Beginner riders will be in one group and enjoy a breathtakingly beautiful experience of the spring fields of Iceland. More experienced riders will have the opportunity to trot, canter and tolt through the countryside! We’ll learn about these beautiful animals and be treated to hot beverages and Icelandic treats afterwards. (*for those unsure about horse riding, whale watching can be arranged instead!)
- A full day adventure to Myvatn – an amazing geothermic region that will take you from the fjord, through the mountains, to the lava fields. You’ll experience the rolling fields of Icelandic sheep contrasted with the barren lunar landscapes that the astronauts used to train for the first lunar landing in the 60’s! The day includes a visit to the Godafoss waterfall. Our day concludes with a visit to the Myvatn Nature Baths, geothermal baths of the North. In the front is a modern cafe, showers and lockers … when you exit the back, you enter large natural pools of geothermic waters bubbling from mother earth herself. With a high concentration of natural minerals, Icelanders often credit these waters with their health and longevity that is much higher than the norm.
- A local adventure and gentle hike around Akureyri - learning about the history, architecture and folklore. We’ll drive along the fjord and make several stops including visits to some special places and hidden waterfalls, You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time, or onto the most spectacular movie set designed by mother nature herself!
- A Northern Lights Tour - on the most favorable night to see the Northern Lights.
- Two afternoons of optional activities - On these afternoons, we may offer extra classes, you may decide to explore the little town on your own, have a massage or walk to the Fjord and go take a boat to see the humpback whales or check out the Forest Lagoon. With enough interest, we can take a 1/2 day excursion to Husavik and the amazing GoeSea baths.
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Travel, Additional Information & FAQ’s
Most of you will depart your home city on Friday to arrive Saturday early morning in Reykjavik (KEF = Keflavik International) then take a smaller flight from the Reykjavik smaller domestic airport to Akureyri. Your return will be the following Saturday morning from Akureyri – Reykjavik domestic, then a transfer to the International airport (Keflavik) and back home.
*Some of you will choose to add extra days on your own in Reykjavik before or after the retreat dates which offers more options. This is ALSO the time of year that driving from Reykjavik to Akureyri is also possible and may be a great choice if you want to join a few others and make the 5-7 hour drive.*
If you are not renting a car, you’ll need to book 2 tickets to get to Akureyri, The first flight will be from your hometown to Reykjavik (Keflavik International). From here, you will either drive, or book an easy 45 minute flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Akureyri. This is a different and smaller airport than Keflavik International.
For more detailed advice, links and details on booking travel, we have created a Google document that any of you can access. CLICK HERE for that document.
If you add extra days on the front or back end in Reykjavik, the city center is only 10-15 minutes to the domestic airport for the shorter inland flight. For those of you arriving and departing on Saturday and flying all the way to Akureyri and then home on the last Saturday (no extra time in Reykjavik) – The international airport (KEF) is 45 minutes away from the smaller inland airport (RKV), so you will need a minimum of 3.5 hours between the flights to ensure you make it through customs, luggage and take the transfer to the domestic airport.
For this: ARRIVALS the first Saturday – Look at the overnight flights that depart on Friday night and arrive Saturday morning. DEPARTURES on the last Saturday – Most flights (ex. Iceland Air is recommended) leave between 5 and 6pm. If you are flying home on Saturday, do not book a flight that leaves KEF before 2pm.
The short inland flights can be booked at: www.airiceland.is and most of you will book:
To Akureyri: 12:15pm – 1:35pm From Akureyri: 9:45am – 10:30am
Upon arrival to Akureyri, we will be transferred to apartments or hotel rooms (available between 2 and 4pm), settle in, then enjoy dinner together at a local cafe in the town center. The apartments will be stocked with breakfast foods so each participant can manage their own breakfast routine before we head to daily morning yoga classes. Lunches and 5 group dinners are also included (2 dinners in Akureyri are open for the group to explore). Our hosts do their best to accommodate various dietary restrictions (such as dairy free, gluten free, and vegetarian needs); please let us know these needs in advance if possible.
Each morning at a designated time, you’ll be picked up from your apartment or hotel and transported just a few minutes across the fjord to the beautiful yoga studio and wellness center. After class, we’ll head to lunch and then out on our daily adventures to experience the majesty of our surroundings.
Once you are registered, we’ll be in touch about your travel plans!
*Some of you will choose to add extra days on your own in Reykjavik before or after the retreat dates which offers more options. This is ALSO the time of year that driving from Reykjavik to Akureyri is also possible and may be a great choice if you want to join a few others and make the 5-7 hour drive.*
If you are not renting a car, you’ll need to book 2 tickets to get to Akureyri, The first flight will be from your hometown to Reykjavik (Keflavik International). From here, you will either drive, or book an easy 45 minute flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Akureyri. This is a different and smaller airport than Keflavik International.
For more detailed advice, links and details on booking travel, we have created a Google document that any of you can access. CLICK HERE for that document.
If you add extra days on the front or back end in Reykjavik, the city center is only 10-15 minutes to the domestic airport for the shorter inland flight. For those of you arriving and departing on Saturday and flying all the way to Akureyri and then home on the last Saturday (no extra time in Reykjavik) – The international airport (KEF) is 45 minutes away from the smaller inland airport (RKV), so you will need a minimum of 3.5 hours between the flights to ensure you make it through customs, luggage and take the transfer to the domestic airport.
For this: ARRIVALS the first Saturday – Look at the overnight flights that depart on Friday night and arrive Saturday morning. DEPARTURES on the last Saturday – Most flights (ex. Iceland Air is recommended) leave between 5 and 6pm. If you are flying home on Saturday, do not book a flight that leaves KEF before 2pm.
The short inland flights can be booked at: www.airiceland.is and most of you will book:
To Akureyri: 12:15pm – 1:35pm From Akureyri: 9:45am – 10:30am
Upon arrival to Akureyri, we will be transferred to apartments or hotel rooms (available between 2 and 4pm), settle in, then enjoy dinner together at a local cafe in the town center. The apartments will be stocked with breakfast foods so each participant can manage their own breakfast routine before we head to daily morning yoga classes. Lunches and 5 group dinners are also included (2 dinners in Akureyri are open for the group to explore). Our hosts do their best to accommodate various dietary restrictions (such as dairy free, gluten free, and vegetarian needs); please let us know these needs in advance if possible.
Each morning at a designated time, you’ll be picked up from your apartment or hotel and transported just a few minutes across the fjord to the beautiful yoga studio and wellness center. After class, we’ll head to lunch and then out on our daily adventures to experience the majesty of our surroundings.
Once you are registered, we’ll be in touch about your travel plans!
What to Pack:
- warm clothes and several layers
- light thermals (top and bottom)
- jeans / pants
- warm gloves / socks and waterproof boots / hiking shoes
- an outer shell that is warm, and wind- and rain-resistant
- warm headgear
- a buff or balaclava for the neck and face
- a bathing suit for the Jacuzzis and springs
- yoga clothes (compression pants make for a nice underlayer)
- adapters for electronics (Iceland uses the round 2-pin style common throughout Europe)
A little about Krista
Hi there, my name is Krista! I am a Washington DC-based yoga and fitness instructor, and I believe in the power of yoga and fitness to change lives for the better. I see my goal as helping my clients gain strength and stamina on the outside and on the inside. I believe that being grateful for our strong and capable bodies in every activity enriches our lives, no matter what our bodies might look like. I love teaching both yoga and fitness and I would love to have you join me!
I am an RYT 200 yoga instructor, and an ACE personal trainer. I teach Hatha, Flow and Yin Yoga and in addition Strength sessions. I have been teaching in the fitness realm for the past 16 years, and teaching yoga for the past 10 years. In March of 2020 I founded my online studio in addition to in-person classes, you can find out more about my online studio here.
I am an RYT 200 yoga instructor, and an ACE personal trainer. I teach Hatha, Flow and Yin Yoga and in addition Strength sessions. I have been teaching in the fitness realm for the past 16 years, and teaching yoga for the past 10 years. In March of 2020 I founded my online studio in addition to in-person classes, you can find out more about my online studio here.
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Tell me about the price and accommodations!
All taxes included in price
All taxes included in price
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Single Occupancy
Single Room in a shared apartment Shared Bathroom Fully-equipped kitchen Jacuzzi Washing Machine and Dryer Garden Internet Access $3780.00 per person Double Occupancy Double Room in a shared apartment Shared Bathroom Fully-equipped kitchen Jacuzzi Washing Machine and Dryer Garden Internet Access $3375.00 per person |
Double Occupancy
Double Room in shared apartment Private Bathroom Fully-equipped kitchen Jacuzzi Washing Machine and Dryer Garden Internet Access $3500.00 per person Hotel Room Single Occupancy Private hotel room with private bath in the town center at Hotel Kea $4300 per person Hotel Room Double Occupancy Shared hotel room with private bath in the town center at Hotel Kea $3850 per person |
A $750.00 deposit is required to hold your spot (non-refundable, but transferable)
*Proof of Covid-19 Vaccine will be required of all participants
Payment plans and partial payments available.
Remainders due, each remainder is 1/3 of the total after the deposit:
March 18, 2023
May 18, 2023
July 18, 2023
*Proof of Covid-19 Vaccine will be required of all participants
Payment plans and partial payments available.
Remainders due, each remainder is 1/3 of the total after the deposit:
March 18, 2023
May 18, 2023
July 18, 2023
What's included in the price?
+Roundtrip Transportation from Akureyri, Iceland airport
+7 nights accommodations
double and private rooms available in shared apartments or local hotel
+All breakfasts, lunches and 5 dinners (2 dinners out)
+Access to all Yoga Center with sauna, jacuzzi, relaxation room and changing room with showers.
+1-2 yoga, fitness and meditation practices per day
+Ferry Ride and Tour/Hike on Hrisey Island
+Myvatn full day excursion with spa entrance fees (includes Godafoss waterfall, lava landscapes, pseudo craters, dinner overlooking Dimmuborgir, a soak in volcanic hot springs and more)
+Akureyri hiking excursion with local waterfall excursion and other surprises
+Icelandic pony ride/whale watching if ponys are not your thing
+A Northern Lights Tour on the most favorable night
Not Included:
+Airfare to and from Akureyri, Iceland airport
Travel information here
+2 dinners out
+Travel Insurance (not required, but highly recommended)
Optional activities:
For an extra fee
+Afternoon at the Geosea +$150.00
+Afternoon at the Forest Lagoon +$45.00
+Massage
+7 nights accommodations
double and private rooms available in shared apartments or local hotel
+All breakfasts, lunches and 5 dinners (2 dinners out)
+Access to all Yoga Center with sauna, jacuzzi, relaxation room and changing room with showers.
+1-2 yoga, fitness and meditation practices per day
+Ferry Ride and Tour/Hike on Hrisey Island
+Myvatn full day excursion with spa entrance fees (includes Godafoss waterfall, lava landscapes, pseudo craters, dinner overlooking Dimmuborgir, a soak in volcanic hot springs and more)
+Akureyri hiking excursion with local waterfall excursion and other surprises
+Icelandic pony ride/whale watching if ponys are not your thing
+A Northern Lights Tour on the most favorable night
Not Included:
+Airfare to and from Akureyri, Iceland airport
Travel information here
+2 dinners out
+Travel Insurance (not required, but highly recommended)
Optional activities:
For an extra fee
+Afternoon at the Geosea +$150.00
+Afternoon at the Forest Lagoon +$45.00
+Massage
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What are people saying about Krista's past retreats?
We had a great time. Accommodations and food were terrific and our yoga instructors were the best.
-Margaret L
I had a wonderful time! Krista brought together so may wonderful people. The place was paradisiac and I enjoyed hearing the sounds from the surrounding jungle and the crashing ocean waves. We had a lot of fun doing a variety of activities and also chilling. A BIG THANK YOU TO KRISTA, JADE AND RAYOS DEL SOL!
-Therese F
This was a wonderful retreat that gave me the opportunity to take a step back and experience some much needed peace and serenity. The yoga and meditation were perfect. The adventure trips fun. And the women I met were a pleasure to spend time with. I really enjoyed myself -- and offer my thanks to Krista for a flawless trip.
-Helen H
I had a wonderful time. Rayos Del Sol was perfect - the location and food was amazing. Thank you Krista for planning an amazing week.
-Deborah V
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