Imagine this: a week filled with yoga, hiking, deep connection with THE BEST wellness loving beings, stunning views, mouthwatering - nutritious meals prepared by a top chef, sound bath meditation, journaling & deep reflection, and stepping outside your comfort zone in the most empowering way? You don’t have to imagine it anymore—it’s happening!

Welcome to HIKE, HEAL, AND FLOW! Join Zoë Shaw (@FlowWithZoe) for a magical, transformative, and adventure-packed retreat week in the Azores Islands, Portugal. Mark your calendar and start requesting that PTO because we’re heading to the Azores from October 12th to October 17th, 2025!!!

This retreat is all about adventure, self- exploration, restoration, and connection. With limited spots available, registration opens on January 29th for 5 nights and 6 full days in the breathtaking Azores. 

Known as the “Hawaii of the Mid-Atlantic,” the Azores are a volcanic paradise boasting raw natural beauty, a temperate climate, and endless opportunities for adventure. Just a quick 5-hour direct flight from New York or Boston, these islands are the ultimate destination for nature lovers, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone craving a life-changing experience.

We’ll be staying on São Miguel, the “Green Island,” where vibrant blue volcanic lakes, black sand beaches, lush forests, and dramatic cliffs await. Picture hiking, yoga, and meditation with these jaw-dropping views. Our home for the week is the luxurious Senhora da Rosa resort, complete with incredible amenities: a swimming pool, a pineapple greenhouse hot tub, a full spa, cozy lounges, multiple bars, and a highly rated restaurant run by the island’s top chef.

This retreat is designed to inspire deep connection—to yourself, to others, and to the world around you. Together, we’ll practice yoga daily with Zoë’s signature "Flow with Zoë" sessions, surrounded by nature’s stunning backdrops. Each day will start with gratitude and awe, resetting our nervous systems with meditation, sound baths, self-reflection, and journaling. Optional Yin/Restorative Yoga and Sculpt/Strength classes will also be offered. Whether your goal is to unwind, recharge, reset, or simply connect, this retreat will leave you feeling nourished, revitalized, and surrounded by the most amazing, like-minded souls. Community is everything, and this one is something special.

Our itinerary strikes the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. Expect curated excursions like scenic hikes to São Miguel’s most iconic vistas, soaks in natural hot springs, and visits to charming towns and beaches. On free days, you’ll have time to relax at the resort (treat yourself to a massage, perhaps?) or explore more of the island. Zoë has tons of recommendations and will even organize optional group outings.

Meals (except for two lunches on free days) are included and will feature fresh, nourishing, and absolutely delicious Azorean cuisine. Any dietary preferences or restrictions will be accommodated by our amazing in-house chef.

If you’re ready to escape the ordinary, shift with the seasons, connect with an inspiring community, deepen your yoga practice, and explore the inner workings of your mind while embarking on a journey of movement and adventure, this retreat is calling your name. 

Come flow with Zoë in the Azores. It’s going to be unforgettable.

Let’s Hike, Heal, and Flow together!

A €500 deposit is required to hold your spot. Your trip balance is due 120 days prior to departure and will be broken into monthly payment installments upon registration, if desired. If you have any questions about room types or the retreat in general, please email the logistics team at SolSeed Retreats and they can help you out: info@solseedretreats.com. 

Please read on for important info on: What is Included, Not Included, Retreat Activity Level, Passport & Entry Requirements, Our Cancellation & Refund Policy and Required Travel Insurance.

*5 Nights / 6 Days lodging at Senhora da Rosa

*Breakfast & Dinner Daily (Arrival day no breakfast, departure day no lunch or dinner)

*Lunch on Arrival Day, and Picnic Lunch on Excursion Days (no lunch on your two free days)

*Early Check-in on the morning of your arrival to the resort

*Two group hiking, hot springs, and town visit excursions, including a picnic lunch all guides and transportation

*Daily yoga classes with Zoë 

*Optional Sound bath, Sculpt classes /Yin and restorative classes with Zoë

*Use of on-site spa, pool and hot tub

*Roundtrip airport transfers from Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL), about a 15 minute ride each way.

*Base gratuities for the resort staff, taxi drivers and tour guides

*Airfare to Ponta Delgada (PDL). We fly SATA (Azores) Air direct from Boston.

*Lunch on your two free days

*Alcoholic beverages

*Additional excursions or cab rides - check out our Azores Free Day Activities Guide

*Massages (can be booked directly at the resort)

*Required Travel Insurance

*ETIAS travel authorization fees

You will be flying into Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL).

For non-stop flight options, we recommend booking flights directly through Azores Air out of New York (JFK), and Boston (BOS). If you are originating from another US airport, reference Azores Air for the most direct flight options to Sao Miguel island. We recommend allowing 3 hours minimum between your connecting flights, if you are not booking them as one itinerary through Azores Air. 

Feeling adventurous, and have some extra PTO? Look into "stop over" packages which would allow you to continue on to Lisbon or Porto for very little extra money on Azores Air.

Retreat start date: Sunday, October 12th

The best direct flights are red-eye flights, so you leave one calendar day prior to the start date of your retreat. Everyone's rooms are held for an early check-in, so you will have an opportunity to get settled and take a nice nap. The first event of the retreat is a lunch at the resort at roughly 1PM. If you are arriving on a flight other than the direct red-eye options from BOS and JFK, you should arrive at Ponta Delgada by 11:30am in order to attend this meal.

If you are considering arriving early, please reference this guide for Early Arrival - Senhora da Rosa Resort.

Retreat end date: Friday, October 17th

Check out at the resort is at noon. The last programmed events are in the morning leading up to and including breakfast. We will offer multiple shuttles to Ponta Delgada airport, and/or hotels in Ponta Delgada, during the day according to people's travel itineraries. The resort will safely store luggage, and you are welcome to enjoy the restaurant and grounds if you schedule an evening flight.

If you book flights outside of these dates, you may be responsible for paying for your own taxi (budget about 20 Euro for this each way), but we can still help to coordinate a taxi for you.

Once you have secured your flights, please forward your flight confirmation email itinerary to travel@solseedretreats.com.

We rank this itinerary as Activity Level 3 - Moderate. Group hikes will be offered as part of the included retreat programming, however, there will always be an easy, all levels option offered.

Activity Level 1 - Easy: Expect only short walks, and short flights of stairs.

Activity Level 2 - Relaxed: Expect short walks, slight inclines, and sustained activity for only a few hours.

Activity Level 3 - Moderate: Expect slightly longer walks, and activities that correlate to a semi-active lifestyle. Participants should be comfortable with half days of touring, and walking up and down steeper inclines.

Activity Level 4 - Active: Expect longer walks, steeper inclines, and 4 - 6 hours of sustained activities, with appropriate rests. To take advantage of all the offerings, folks should lead an active life style.

Activity Level 5 - Challenging: Expect vigorous walks, hikes, kayaking, etc. Participants should be experienced in outdoor activities, and know how to prepare for, and endeavor upon full day adventures in the wild!

If you have any questions or concerns about this itinerary's Activity Level, please contact info@solseedretreats.com for more details prior to registering. 

You must have a valid passport to travel to the Azores. Please check your passport expiration date and make sure it is valid for at least 3 months after the end date of your retreat.

Currently, there are no COVID testing or vaccination requirements to enter the Azores or mainland Portugal.

All retreats include a €500 non-refundable / non-transferable deposit, which is required to hold your spot on the trip. 

Additional balance payments made are refundable up to 120 days prior to the retreat start date. SolSeed must receive an email at info@solseedretreats.com requesting cancellation prior to 12:00AM on this date in order to secure a refund of additional balances paid. The initial €500 deposit remains non-refundable and non-transferable. All balances paid are non-refundable and non-transferable within 120 days of the retreat start date. 

SolSeed Retreats can only make an exception to these terms if:

1. The host government forbids us to visit as tourists.
2. The host government forbids our vendors from hosting us as tourists.
3. The US government forbids us to travel to the host country as tourists.

If SolSeed must further postpone or cancel the trip for any of the above reasons, all registrants will receive a refund of all deposits paid less €200.

The purchase of travel insurance is required for this trip.

Most policies protect you against potential trip delays or cancellations due to airline issues, family emergencies, illness, injury, etc. The travel insurance will also demonstrate to the host country that you are able to pay for any emergency services which may be necessary during your stay.

SolSeed is not authorized to sell travel insurance. Any offer to purchase travel insurance that you encounter during the checkout process are third party offers. You are free to select your own policy provider. If you would like to review options in a convenient online marketplace, we like what www.insuremytrip.com has put together. We have also had great experience with Trawick International and their customer service, and heard very good things from AAA and AMEX Members who have purchased their travel insurance through those respective agencies.

We strongly encourage you to speak with a travel insurance agent to discuss your specific coverage needs, and to clear up any questions you may have relative to travel insurance coverage.

If you'd like to read more about Travel Insurance and our suggestions, please visit this blog post: https://solseedretreats.com/travel-insurance-faqs/

Day 1: Arrival + Settle In 

Early morning arrival post red-eye and check into room 

1pm Lunch and SolSeed orientation

5pm Welcome Ceremony & Journaling / Opening Practice / Sound Bath Meditation 

7:30 Dinner at resort

Day 2: Excursion Day 

8am Morning Practice / Optional Sculpt / Journaling

9:30am Breakfast buffet 

10:30am Excursion including group hike, picnic lunch & hot springs visit

7:30pm Dinner at resort

Day 3: Free Day

8am Morning  Yoga Practice / Optional Sculpt/ Journaling

9:30am Breakfast buffet

Free time

5pm Restorative Evening Practice & Sound Bath Meditation

7pm Depart for dinner out 

Day 4: Excursion Day 

8am Morning  Yoga Practice / Optional Sculpt/ Journaling

9:30am Breakfast buffet 

10:30am Excursion including group hike, picnic lunch & hot springs visit

7:30pm Dinner at resort

Day 5: Free Day

8am Morning  Yoga Practice / Optional Sculpt/ Journaling

9:30am Breakfast buffet

Free time

5pm Restorative Evening Practice & Sound Bath Meditation

7pm Depart for dinner out 

Day 6: Free Day + Departure 

8am Closing Practice / Closing Ceremony

9:30am Breakfast buffet 

12pm Check out 

Shuttle to airport