Yoga that earns the view
Twice-daily Bhakti Flow most days — on deck at sunrise, in a chapel at sunset, sometimes in a sheltered bay. Strong, sweaty, musical. The same practice I teach at home — the sea is just the new ceiling.
retreat 01 · 2026
Sail & Flow.
Seven days on a wooden sailboat through the Northern Dodecanese.
sign up on WeTravel →Seven days on a boat in the Aegean. Yoga at sunrise on the deck, the islands waking up around you. The boat moves, you move with it.
The route runs through the Northern Dodecanese — Kalymnos to Kos, with stops at Lipsi, Patmos, Leros, and a few coves that don't show up on tourist maps. Sponge-divers' islands, monasteries on cliffs, windmills, Crusader castles, and water so clear you can see the anchor on the sea floor.
Twice-daily yoga most days — sometimes on deck, sometimes at a chapel at sunset, sometimes in a sheltered bay. Strong practice, real practice, the same Bhakti Flow I teach at home. The boat changes everything else.
Hikes through fishing villages. Long, slow afternoons swimming or doing nothing. Brunch on deck. Dinners in tavernas or under the stars. Optional sleeping on deck if the night is warm.
Twelve of us, one boat, the Aegean. Come if it's calling.
— Peter
A different island every day
Kalymnos, Lipsi, Patmos, Leros, Kos. Sponge-divers' harbors, monasteries on cliffs, Crusader castles, hidden coves. We hike, we wander, we eat in tavernas. Then we get back on the boat.
Unhurried, water everywhere
Brunch on deck. Long afternoons swimming or doing nothing. Sunset dinners. Stargazing from the top deck. Seven days of this and you'll forget what hurry felt like.
the route
Five islands. Each one its own flavor.
- 01
Kalymnos
Sponge-divers' island. Dramatic cliffs, quiet harbors.
- 02
Leros
Windmills, gentle bays, the watchful castles of the Knights Hospitaller.
- 03
Lipsi
Small, still shaped by its fishermen. Hidden coves.
- 04
Patmos
Sacred. Monastery of St. John, ancient pilgrimage paths.
- 05
Kos
Hippocrates' home, the Asclepion, palm-lined streets.
day by day
The arc of the trip.
- day1
Arrival in Bodrum
Fly into Kos or Bodrum, both easy from major European cities. Board by midday in Bodrum — welcome drink, trip overview. Set sail, first night anchored near Kalymnos.
- day2
Leros
Yoga on deck, breakfast as we cross to Leros. Late-morning arrival at Ayia Marina — hike to the medieval castle and windmills with panoramic views. Free afternoon in Panteli Bay. Evening yoga at the windmills or on deck. Overnight in the bay.
- day3
Lipsi
Morning yoga on board, sail to Lipsi — a small island still shaped by its fishing culture. Gentle hikes, hidden coves for swimming, the kind of quiet that takes a day to find. Evening yoga by the sea, dinner on board.
- day4
Patmos
Yoga and breakfast before sailing to sacred Patmos. Skala harbor — the Monastery of St. John rises above the town. Optional excursion to monastery, chapels, the grotto of St. John. Or hike ancient paths. Evening yoga and dinner on board.
- day5
Southern Leros
Morning yoga, short sail to the tranquil south bays of Leros. Chapels stand watch on either side of the harbor — beautiful spaces for evening yoga at sunset. Swim, rest, or stroll the fishing village.
- day6
Kalymnos
Yoga at a chapel, sail to Kalymnos — dramatic cliffs, quiet harbors. Anchor at Vahti — hidden coves for swimming, optional hikes up to Crusader castles. Evening yoga in a sheltered bay.
- day7
Kos
Final yoga at sunrise, sail to Kos. Anchor by the fortress of the Knights of St. John — palm-lined streets, ancient monuments, the home of Hippocrates and the Asclepion. Short evening crossing back toward Bodrum. Last dinner together on board.
- day8
Departure
Breakfast on deck, final sail into harbor, disembark by midday.
Sample route. Actual schedule and order may shift with the wind, the weather, and the captain's read on the sea.
the boat
A 65-foot wooden sailing yacht, seven cabins, three crew.
A traditional wooden sailing yacht, around 65 feet long, with two masts and plenty of character. Seven ensuite cabins, each with its own bathroom and shower. A captain, a cook, and a sailor who've done this longer than I have — warm, experienced, English-speaking, keep everything running so you can simply relax. Meals prepared fresh on board each day from local Mediterranean produce.
what's included
- 7 nights aboard a traditional wooden sailing yacht (private ensuite cabins)
- Twice-daily yoga most days — mats, blocks, straps, blankets all provided
- Vegetarian half-board · daily brunch + 5 dinners on board
- Snacks, fresh fruit, and freshly brewed teas throughout
- Guided hikes and cultural explorations
- Swimming, snorkeling, sailing, and time to do nothing
- Warm, experienced crew (captain, cook, sailor)
- Yacht insurance
- Airport transfer from Kos if you arrive Oct 10
not included
- Flights (most fly into Bodrum or Kos)
- Two dinners ashore in local tavernas
- Port fees (~€110)
- Crew gratuities (~€100 per person, customary)
- Extra drinks (coffee, juices, soft drinks, alcohol)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended — buy it the day you book)
priceshared cabin$3,458 single cabin$4,958
Two ways to book. Same boat, same trip — just whether you'd like company in your cabin or not.
One double bed. Fits one or two — bring a friend, or trust the trip to send you a good one.
Same cabin, just yours.
- Full payment due at signup, or 90 days before we sail.
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- Transferable if you find a replacement 90+ days out.
- Travel insurance strongly recommended.
the questions I get
Before you ask.
I'm a beginner at yoga and also don't know how to sail. Is that ok?
Totally. You can always modify, slow down, take rest, or stop. The practices work for most levels — but my classes are often strong, sweaty, and sometimes fast, so I do suggest taking plenty of classes (ideally with me) before the retreat. As for sailing — you don't need to know anything. The crew has it covered. You just sit on deck and let the boat do its thing.
Where should I fly into?
Bodrum (BJV) or Kos (KGS), Greece. Both are easy from major European cities. A transfer staff member meets you at the airport and brings you to the yacht in the harbor. Dinner is served on board the evening of the retreat start.
What does a day actually look like?
See "a day at sea" above. Yoga twice a day most days, brunch on deck, sailing in the late morning and afternoon, optional shore excursions, evening yoga, and a long dinner. The schedule is intentional but not rigid — the boat and the wind decide some things for us.
What are the accommodations like?
A traditional wooden sailing yacht with seven ensuite cabins. Each cabin has its own bathroom with shower and toilet. Cabins have one double bed that fits one or two people. The crew — captain, cook, sailor — are warm, experienced, English-speaking. Meals are freshly prepared on board each day.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes. Strongly. Every retreat asks for a real investment of time, energy, and money — insurance protects all of it. Buy it the day you book. It's also peace of mind medically, whether that's a stubbed toe on a monastery step or a sea urchin reminding you where not to put your foot.
What's the cancellation policy?
Full payment is due at signup or 90 days before the start date. Deposits are non-refundable. If you cancel and can find a replacement 90+ days out, the reservation can transfer. Less than 90 days or no-show, no refund. Force-majeure cancellations on our end (we cancel the trip) result in full refund minus non-recoverable costs.
What's a sample itinerary look like for the week?
Above. Actual route may shift with weather, sea conditions, and the captain's read of the day.
still thinking about it?
Drop your email. I'll send you the day-by-day, the boat photos, and the early-bird code.
If the trip is calling but you're not ready to commit yet, this is the way. A few emails over the next few weeks — what's included, what the boat actually looks like, the questions I keep getting, and how to lock a cabin if it's a yes.
Come.
Twelve of us, one boat, seven days. If it's calling, it's calling.
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