The ultimate Sacred Experience only for Men! The monastic state of Agion Oros constitutes a self-governed part of the Greek State. It includes 20 “sovereign” monasteries, sketae, huts, cells, and “hermitages”. All the monasteries are coenobitic, i.e. with common liturgy and prayer, common housing, eating and work for the monks. The region is governed by the "Holy community" under the ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. Only men are permitted to enter Mount Athos. The rule, known as the "AVATON", forbids access to Mount Athos by any female and is enforced by law. Mount Athos, which overlooks the peninsula, is a huge conical mountain with a height of 2.033 meters. The natural landscapes of the peninsula are astonishing, the picturesque hills, the ver- dant green forests, the steep cliffs and the abundance of running waters. The unique architectural style of the monasteries, with its castle-like arrangement of the buildings, the impressive towers, the admirable bell towers, the carved wood or marble chancel screens, as well as the wonderful decor of excellent murals, holy icons and the melodious psalmodies, which create a unique atmosphere of catanyxis, make Agion Oros a living museum of art, ethnology and ecclesiastical history.

Food is provided in shared dinning along with monks twice a day. No meat is allowed anywhere in Agion Oros. They eat fish and seafood and legumes, vegetables etc. Accommodation is in the monasteries in shared facilities with hot water. Nature is spectacular combining coastal paths (100- 400m above sea level) and forests, waterfalls depending the season. Sea and Mountains. You will experience a cultural and historical visit, since the monasteries are around 1000 years old and huge similar to castles, and not as a pilgrimage or reli- gious tourism. Guests are free to participate in the eve- ning or early morning mass but not obligatory. But it is something very spiritual, especially the morning mass, very mystic and the rituals are performed in darkness with only one candle along with chanting.

Our Trekking Tours involve the Athonite desert, Mikra Agia Anna, Karoulia, Katounakia, the I.M. Pavlou until I.M. Dionysiou and the Holy Monastery of Gregory. Daily Trekking activity duration is approx. 3 hrs.

The group will meat in Ouranoupolis at the guesthouse. You can reach Ouranoupolis by car, or by plane to Thessaloniki airport Makedonia (SKG) and then by car (approx. 1.50hrs) or by plane to Kavala airport (KVA) and then by car (approx. 2.20 hrs).

It's time to revitalize your body and mind! Patmos, is a Greek island, that combines the beauty of nature with bliss and tranquility. Increase your mental clarity and body awareness, with our daily mindfulness and yoga sessions with an enchanting sea view of Patmos Eye Traditional Luxury Villas. Level up your eating habbits and rejuvenate your body with daily homemade Mediterranean flavors. During your stay, you will have an unforgettable day cruise to explore the Aegean sea and visit nearby islands. Enjoy your visits at the Chora of Patmos, that is a significant Christian pilgrimage site, where  St. John the Theologian is said to have written the Book of Revelations. A walk through the most famous routes of the town will complete this wonderful  journey and reveal the true beauty of Patmos. Time to bring back your inner explorer!

Patmos Eye Luxury Traditional Villas are located at the heart of Patmos island, offering an outstanding view of the sea and Chora. Their structure will give you the essence of a real traditional house with a combination of luxury and comfort. From sunrise till sunset, you will not get tired of relaxing by gazing at the panoramic views, that these villas provide. Every day, you will enjoy your essences with their homemade delicious Greek food baskets.

During your stay, you will flow your body and mind, with daily morning and evening yoga practices, alongside a captivating panoramic sea view of Patmos. After the yoga practice will follow a mindfulness meditation, where you will calm your mind, stop chaotic unpleasant thoughts and focus at the most important aspects of your life. Also, there will be a discussion about mindful eating and digital detox.

A unique visit to well-hidden gems of the Greek sea, by riding the clear blue waves, is waiting for you. This cruise will include visits to charming nearby islands like Arkioi, Lipsi , Fourni and Marathi. The unspoiled beaches, the rocky islets, the turquoise-colored sea and picturesque Greek villages will offer you an unforgettable experience. You will have a relaxed and safe cruise with experienced skippers, a refreshing swim in crystal waters and a traditional lunch, that can please all the tastes.

The Cave of Apocalypse is located about halfway up the mountain on the Aegean island of Patmos, near the road between the villages of Chora and Skala. It is believed, that is the place, where John of Patmos received his visions and wrote the Book of Revelation. UNESCO has declared it as a World Heritage Site along with the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian.

A day dedicated to a relaxing walk, where you will find out more about Chora of Patmos history and architecture, that is strongly related to the foundation of the Monastery of Saint John, the most unique architectural marvel in Greece. We will discover unknown beautiful neighbourhoods and we will get to know the real aura of Patmos.

Our villa chef will show you, how to reestablish your eating habbits through fresh and delicious Greek plates. He will demonstrate you easy recipes and delicious ingredients, that will keep your body healthy and content.

There is a regular ferry connection between Athens and Patmos. You can take the boat from the port of Piraeus to Patmos.

Three days full of tranquility and relaxing moments create the ideal escape to restore our balance at Abelonia Retreat, built on the mountainside with a view out to the hilly landscape of Arcadia. Yoga & Trekking Escape, a weekend full of wellness experiences with Yoga Specialist Vasiliki Dimitropoulou, yoga & mindfulness rituals, delicious meals, Trekking experience at the Chestnut Tree Forest, visit to the masterpiece of Iktinos, the Apollo Epicurius Temple and swimming in the magical Neda Waterfalls!

Abeliona Retreat is the ideal place to stimulate your senses and fill up with energy. Built on the mountainside with a view out to the hilly landscape of Arcadia, a few minutes’ drive from the great temple of Apollo Epicurius, the retreat rests in an area that has always been praised not only for its generous natural beauty, but also for giving off a blissful sensation of belongingness. In this blessed, ever-vibrant part of the Peloponnese, man and nature coexist in complete harmony.

Daily Yoga teachings & Mindfulness rituals with Vasiliki Dimitropoulou. An energizing flow class on Friday to welcome the weekend move the energy and shake things up. On Saturday the ritual is focused on stretching the whole body calming the mind and feel good. On Sunday morning lets experience an all over flow class to keep us energized and refreshed all day. Pranayama Asana and lots of Movement involved. All rituals will be held outdoors in nature surrounding the Hotel, a location of tranquility and bliss.

The chestnut tree forest of Ampelionas is one of the largest and oldest forests in the Peloponnese. The hiker, walks beneath perpetual chestnut trees. The oldest of them, many centuries old, are awe-inspiring with their huge logs and their persistent vitality.

It’s the masterpiece of Iktinos. Made of local limestone, the temple fits in wonderfully with the imposing landscape surrounding it, despite the fact that the tent-covering partially destroys this feeling. The temple was renowned in antiquity for its beauty, for its architectural virtues and also for the magical place in which the Fygals chose to build it. The marble sculptural decoration of the temple, with scenes Centaurs and Amazonons is considered to be the work of the sculptor Paionius. Today it is on display at the British Museum. Plaster copies of the 23 embossment marble slabs can be admired in the Andritsaina Library building.

Neda is a well-kept secret river of Greece, still a hidden gem! When a river is named after a nymph of ancient legend, it usually means that, for centuries now, people have been in awe of its natural beauty, its amazing landscapes and the magnificent waterfalls. A visit to Neda Waterfall and a swim in its magical water is an once in a lifetime experience!

At the Abeliona Retreat we believe that one’s body is one’s temple. With respect to nutrition, we offer a rich breakfast buffet and menu dishes based on local recipes and pure ingredients. We also provide locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs, many of which are handpicked from our vegetable garden and greenhouse, just a short time before being served, while the eggs come directly from the property’s grain-fed, free range chickens. Every day, we prepare a variety of local dishes, with appealing choices for vegetarians, health-conscious individuals and meat-eaters alike.

Follow the National Road Athens to Korinthos and then Korinthos to Kalamata. After the exit “Megalopolis” you will find the exit “Leontari”, which is the one you will follow. In the cross you will turn left and follow the road for about 1 to 2 km looking for signs to Neda and Abeliona, where you should turn right to the exit with a bridge and right to the bridge. You will come across the train rails and keep on the road to Lykaio. Caution, you will not cross the village Lykaio. You will turn left approximately to the middle of the village; there is a sign to Abeliona. You will find 600m approximately of dirt road, keep driving to this direction for Neda. After a while you will reach your destination.The route from Athens to Abeliona is about 2,5 hours. Signs to Abeliona exist to whole route from Leontari and on.

Three days full of wellness experiences and relaxing moments create the ideal escape from everyday life in the relaxing, chilling and luxurious environment of Elatos Resort & Health Club in Parnassos. Retreat includes: - 2 nights accommodation at Elatos Resort & Health Club - Breakfast & Dinner meals - 4 Yoga Sessions with Aleksandra - Trekking & Pic Nic experience - Relaxing at the Indoor Pool

Elatos Resort & Health Club was born out of a heartfelt desire to bring together in harmony the world-famous sense of Greek hospitality within a private retreat that takes the traveller away both physically and mentally from the everyday demands of life. The wooden chalets provide guests with a unique blend of warmth and comfort and the natural environment of the Mount Parnassos fir forest makes Elatos Resort a truly unique retreat for any traveller.

Daily teachings and life rituals of Hatha Vinyasa Flow Yoga with Aleksandra! This practice includes body positions (asanas), sun salutations (Syrua Namaskar), stretching, breathing exercises (pranayamas) combined with Vinyasa, a more powerful form of yoga, the whole movement becomes like a dance! Like a moving meditation!

Elatos Resort is a hidden gem in the mountains. After our morning practise on Saturday we will have an easy walk to enjoy the scenery and connect with nature. On our way back, if the weather permits it, we will have a pic-nic close by the resort.

Share relaxing & revitalising moments with your loved ones with recharging dips in the indoor heated pool and jacuzzi overlooking the forests. Combine with one of the relaxing signature therapies in the Elatos SPA by APIVITA and refresh, recharge and renew your mind and body.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.

You need a highly-skilled and qualified team to be your guide along your journey to redefining your happiness. From yoga to nutrition and fitness to alternative therapies, our extensive network of experienced wellness professionals will offer you exclusive services and expert advice.