A Mystical Journey to Greece

June 14-19, 2026 I Paros, Greece

When we travel our perception expands – new ways of being, seeing, experiencing and understanding the world can open in an instant. Traveling with intention to lands that hold special power, history and myth can change us forever.

The islands and history of Greece are ripe with mysticism and lore of ancient goddesses, temples, caves, ruins, epic mythology and legend that dates back thousands of years. This history is alive and well, and pulsating within the land itself today. When you take a journey to a place like Greece it shifts something within you. Yes, it is deeply historical, beautiful and breathtaking. But this special place on earth offers us much more than its iconic architecture, history and stunning sunsets. Traveling to Greece awakens that same mysticism and story within you.

This retreat is a journey to remember who you are beneath the noise of everyday life. To reconnect with the pulse of the earth, the rhythm of the sea, and the wisdom that lives within your own body.

To awaken the ancient knowing and aliveness that lives in your bones– the same current that has flowed through this sacred land in Greece for thousands of years.

This retreat invites you to slow down, savor, and let Greece reawaken the deeper parts of you that are ready to come alive through ritual, movement and mindful exploration.

Greece reminds us that aliveness is not something to find, but something to remember

This retreat is a deeply nourishing pilgrimage into the living mystery woven through the lands, people, and culture of Greece. The culture, food, incredible vistas and welcoming waters of this place, and the warmth of the heartfelt people who’ve lived here for generations, share a hospitality that is deeply refreshing and unique. Life here moves at a different rhythm, one of savoring, connection and presence– enjoying and connecting over a delicious meal in the traditional Greek style is reflective of how life is lived here. Slowing down is a way of life.

We will eat exquisitely – the Mediterranean offers some of the best tasting and healthiest cuisine in the world, recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, farm to table, heart to hand. You’ll taste the essence of the land itself in every bite: olives ripened by the sun, honey scented with wild thyme, tomatoes bursting with sweetness. 

We will swim in the crystal-clear healing waters of the Aegean sea with a local beach just a 5 minute walk away from our retreat home. You will be immersed in ancient lore and mysticism of Greek goddesses, sacred landscapes and local history throughout the retreat. We will visit ancient historical sites to tap into the stories that live in the land. 

Under the New Moon, we’ll gather in ritual to honor new beginnings and plant seeds of growth and awakening – tapping into the living current that runs through this magical place, and in each one of us. On this New Moon we will go on a guided journey practice to meet our unique allies and guides that support our awakening.  

Each morning will begin with yoga, movement, and meditation, gentle invitations to slow down, tune inward and awaken the body’s natural intelligence all to support our daily adventures with intention and deep listening. Afternoons will be spacious for exploration, relaxation and some fun excursions together (think beach swims, soulful conversations, walks by the sea).

We’ll deepen our connection to the land through a guided plant walk learning more about the healing properties of Greek herbalism. We will have a cooking class with our incredible local chef to learn how we can bring back some of that Greek magic home with us. We’ll learn more about the healing medicinal properties of clay through visiting a local beach for a sacred water blessing. 

And because no trip to Greece is complete without one, we’ll sail together– exploring the island by boat, letting the wind, salt, and sun weave their final blessings into our journey!

The land and waters of Greece are pulsating with a vibrancy– an aliveness that is just as strong today as it has always been throughout history. This retreat is a love letter to that vitality, that sweetness, that source. A dream realized, shared with all who feel the call to slow down, reconnect, and remember what it means to be truly alive, tuned into the mystical pulsation within and around us and connected to the land. A call to awaken home to yourself. After this journey, you will never be the same.

What’s Included

• 5 nights, 6 days accommodation in a boutique family-run hotel by the sea
• Local beach to relax on daily (less than 5 minute walk)
• Intimate group setting for soulful connection
• 3 special workshops led by experienced facilitators and teachers steeped in the wisdom of yoga, herbalism and ritual
• Welcome ceremony & intention setting ritual
• 2 meals per day: daily morning breakfast and lunch or dinner
• Daily morning rituals including movement and meditation
• Daily intentional and guided journaling practice
• Restful yoga nidra and journey practices
• Purposeful group gatherings and soul connection time with others who are like-spirited, and interested in connecting to ancient feminine mysticism and wisdom.
• Water Blessing Ceremony on the Beach with Healing Local Clay
  (Private Transportation provided)
• Private Boat Excursion around Paros & Antiparos
• Authentic private Group Greek Cooking Class Led by a Local Chef
• Plant Walk – Learning About Medicinal Herbs with Local Herbalist
• Visit to ancient historical sites on Paros, and nearby Despotiko Island
• Evening out in Parikia, Paros: a beautiful port town with magical sunset views, shopping, photo-ops and group dinner experience
• Personalized welcome gift
• Travel support from expert travel advisors

*Payment Plans available at booking
*Flights & transfers not included

Dream Location

Together we will explore the magical island of Paros, one of the shining gems of the Cyclades, an island that holds both softness and power in perfect balance, just like the mystic within you.

Beloved for its golden beaches, whitewashed villages, and the magnetic harbor town of Naoussa, Paros is where ancient myth and modern magic meet. Here, you’ll move between glowing days by the Aegean, evenings alive with music, laughter, and starlight, and quiet corners that invite you to tune inward. On this retreat, Paros becomes more than just the island we’ll be visiting, it’s a living temple and sacred space where you’ll open your intuition, creativity, nourishment, and step into a space of awakening.

Where We’ll Stay

Our gorgeous boutique, family-run hotel will have a pool, meals cooked by a talented local chef, walking distance to local beaches, and many areas to gather and enjoy solitude. The hotel is located in a quiet area while also walking distance to local tavernas (classic Greek restaurants) and many beaches for you to explore during our free time. It’s the perfect setting for our time together to disconnect from the hustle of everyday life and reconnect to ourselves with a supportive community on this sacred land.

Crystal Marie Higgins

Crystal Marie Higgins is an Initiated High Priestess in Celtic traditions, an Initiated Witch, as well as a Yoga Teacher, an Herbalist and an Ethical Marketer. She has been in devotion to earth wisdom, the cycles of the moon and the seasons and teaching yoga since 2012. After dreaming of visiting Greece since she was a child, Crystal attended her first yoga teacher training on the Greek island of Kytheria many moons ago – and she has been in love with the magic and mysticism of Greece ever since. It is a dream to bring people to this sacred and special place.

Crystal’s classes are grounding, strengthening and deeply nourishing. You can expect to completely unwind, relax and connect to the well of wisdom that lives inside of you.

As a teacher and guide, Crystal’s intention is to awaken our consciousness toward the radical practice of attuning your life and the flows of your creativity to the seasons of the year, the cycles of the moon and the wisdom found in the everyday. She is a lover of the plant realm, being outdoors and engaging in sacred rituals. You can learn more about her at crystalmariehiggins.com, and her passion project seasonalherbalbox.com

Adopot or Sponsor a Greek Kitty

Eyia Retreats has partnered with Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T. a registered non-profit organization with the mission to educate children and adults on animal welfare. Their main goals are to Successfully Manage Animal Rights Today and work toward global animal welfare. In Greece they have multiple activities including a sterilization program and running a cat sanctuary in Attika region where they rescue cats in need.

While in Greece you can adopt a Greek kitty to take home with you! Contact us or Let’s Be S.M.A.R.T to go through an adoption pre-approval process. 

They complete all the necessary exams and paperwork so your kitty is ready and safe to travel home with you!

Alternatively, at the time of booking you will have an opportunity to donate.