Golden-hued sunsets lapped by sparkling azure waters and some of the best food on the continent; Crete is the Mediterranean dream come to life.
It’s a summer dream for those that want a little bit of everything: good food, perfect beaches, vinyassa flows, workouts with unique backdrops and island exploration. On this Helios Retreats adventure, you’ll get to experience all of this, and more.
From fine dining to pristine nature and a fabulous workout dome, Crete is a land of myths, wellness, tradition and adventures.
Add some of the Mediterranean’s best beaches to the blend for the experience of a lifetime.
Itinerary
Welcome to Crete. Our private transfer will greet you at the airport at 14:00 to whisk you off to your retreat.
Once checked in, take your time to enjoy your own private villa with stunning views of the Aegean and private pool. After a relaxing yoga session, we will indulge in a Greek feast for your first dinner. with new friends.
The intention of the first day is to drop in and ease yourselves into the Helios experience.
Time to detox your mind with yoga and break a sweat during a HIIT class at the Asana fitness centre, a state of the art dome with the most beautiful backdrop you’ll ever workout with.
We’ll follow our sweat sessions with nourishing meals and leave some free time to relax before a coastal walk and an afternoon enjoying the beach.
Begin today with a sweaty workout followed by a deep stretch in your morning vinyasa.
Appreciate the view from the cliff-edge paths and ancient parts of Crete on quad bikes or enjoy the tranquility of Acro Suites and the spa facilities.
This is an epic trip waiting for you to discover.
The transformation continues as you shed the layers of stress and step into the strongest versions of yourselves with daily yoga and HIIT workouts in the Asana dome.
Push your fitness limits as you much or as little as you like with our elite Helios trainers. All your HIIT workouts and daily yoga practice, are optional and at your own pace.
We’ll close your day with a sailing sunset to celebrate an epic week with new friends. Crete, you have our hearts.
We’ll send you off with a detoxifying workout followed by an enlivening yoga or stretch class.
Tie the experience together with a final brunch before checking out at 11:00 with a private transfer back to the airport.
We promise you’ll leave feeling rejuvenated and whole so you can return home with a renewed sense of appreciation for life.
But first… coffee.
What makes a retreat unusual from other holidays? We could easily come up with a dozen, if not hundreds of reasons to set the bar up high, but having a structured week from the outset that will keep you on a positive loop, energised and motivated throughout can be a game-changer.
There’s no need to worry about planning. We’ll happily take care of that for you. All you need to do is show up!
The Helios team is up early, ready to meet you with a strong coffee, tea, or getting some light snacks and prep you for the day ahead.
At Helios Retreats, we like deep, meaningful experiences. Delve deeper into your spiritual journey as you’re awakened to an early meditation and energising Yoga practice.
Whether you’re an advanced practitioner or just dabbing into Yoga, we’re on hands to make your journey the most pleasant experience.
Our Helios yogis live and breathe this philosophy.
Life at Helios is a combination of push and pulls, not just the yin to the yang of things, more along the lines of push-ups and TRX rows.
One of the highlights on offer is the chance to be coached by a stellar cast of worldwide trainers, part of our team.
Most of the Helios team have years of experience in their field. Master trainers at the world’s top gyms (think Equinox and above) and have one mission in mind: to offer you only the best workouts under the sun, no matter what level of fitness you’re on.
Realise your foodie dreams when you’ll literally brunch every day at Helios!
Staying in a 5-star luxury resort definitely has its perks. A complete selection of fruits and nutrient-dense foods for an awesome start to your day, keeping your energy levels elevated throughout the day so that you’re always on top form for all the burpees and squats by the pool.
We’re not a boot camp.
Though we enjoy fast-paced workouts and sun salutations on repeat, we also appreciate time-off to chill by the pool or find a nice quiet corner for a good read or little snooze.
Explore the Indian Ocean in kayaks and SUP boards, snorkel and make the most of this idyllic escape seeking for turtles, manta rays and schools of colourful fishes.
You may want to soothe the muscles with a professional massage, the choice is always yours to make.
A wellness adventure like no other; this is Helios Retreats in a nutshell.
Dip in and out the activities as you please. But rest assured, there is always something on the schedule for you, from waking till dawn.
From delicious salmon poke bowls to nutritious salads, we welcome you to a culinary extravaganza that will inspire healthier than ever habits on your return home.
We have designed daily menus with the chefs at Anantara to ensure you will be well-nourished and indulge your taste buds at every meal.
After lunch, we summon the crew to go on a boat trip searching for manta rays, turtles and sharks! No need to worry though, these are the harmless nursery sharks.
The Maldives is home to an incredibly rich marine ecosystem. The Maldivians work relentlessly to preserve its coral reefs to protect this natural wonder.
Going on a boat gets you seasick? No worries. Take some time off and chill by the pool in the company of a good book or spend the rest of the afternoon exploring all the 5 islands that surrounds the resort.
After quite a few workouts during the day, we need a proper refuel.
With six restaurants to choose from, this wellness escape offers a feast for all the aching muscles. Each gourmet dishes prepared for us is a highlight to always remember from this Oceanic escape.
It’s now time to settle under the palm trees and starry sky for a cosy night in watching a movie in the outdoor cinema.
Can we live in paradise forever?
After lunch, we summon the crew to go on a boat trip searching for manta rays, turtles and sharks! No need to worry though, these are the harmless nursery sharks.
The Maldives is home to an incredibly rich marine ecosystem. The Maldivians work relentlessly to preserve its coral reefs to protect this natural wonder.
Going on a boat gets you seasick? No worries. Take some time off and chill by the pool in the company of a good book or spend the rest of the afternoon exploring all the 5 islands that surrounds the resort.
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