Let’s go to Portugal!

Hot Yoga + Hot Pilates Retreat at D’Alijo

July 8th - 15th, 2025

Escape to the D’Alijo Retreat Center in Northern Portugal for 8 Days 7 Nights 

Join us for an unforgettable opportunity to unwind and recharge in Northern Portugal. Practice hot yoga and hot pilates, experience the Portuguese culture, spend time with like-minded amazing humans, and reconnect to discover a healthier, happier you. You deserve it! This 8-day immersion, perfect for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, will allow you to spend time in the mountains of Portugal and leave the stresses of your daily life behind while exploring and enhancing your practice in one of the most magical and breathtaking locales in the world!
About D’Alijo: D’Alijo Retreat Center in Northern Portugal is an exclusive retreat center located in the village of Cabeceiras de Basto in the province of Minho with the beautiful city of Porto (the second largest city in Portugal) just one hour away. This stunning region has mountains for hiking, historic medieval cities to explore, and wines to taste. With average daily high temperatures around 80° F and cooler nights, July is one of the best times of the year to visit! 

Led By Rachel Mzhickteno

What’s Included: 

  • Eight days and seven nights in luxury accommodations at D’Alijo Retreat Center
  • Gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day prepared by D’Alijo’s exquisite chef (special dietary needs can be accommodated)
  • Multiple opportunities each day to practice the Original Hot Yoga Series and/or Inferno Hot Pilates in D’Alijo’s beautiful hot yoga studio which overlooks mountains and valleys
  • Unlimited fresh drinking water and all mats and towels needed for your hot classes 
  • Individualized instruction to improve alignment and to encourage your practice forward
  • Nature walks and hikes around D’Alijo’s beautiful property consisting of terraces, waterfalls, an olive field, a peaceful meditation cave, and hills with large rock formations
  • Plenty of free time to enjoy D’Alijo’s on-site pool
  • Opportunities to make new friends with like-minded amazing folks
  • Hours of sunshine and lovely summer weather (average high 80°F, average low 60°F)
  • Pick ups and drop offs from the Porto International Airport. Please discuss suggested arrival/departure times and travel logistics with Rachel before booking flights. A car or bus will be arranged for groups as they arrive based on flight arrival times. Should you miss your bus for any reason, another car will have to be arranged, and you would be responsible for the extra charge. ***Flying into Porto (OPO) is the most convenient and preferred option. Another option is flying into Lisbon (LIS) and taking a train to Porto (Campanha Train Station)

Accomodations

Main House Room with Private Bathroom

Single: $2750

Shared: $2250 per person

River Cabin with Private Bathroom

Single: $2950

Shared: $2450 per person

Garden Suit with Private Bathroom

Single: $3475

Shared (for couples or besties):

$2999 per person

Space is limited. All reservations are first-come, first-served.

Optional Excursions

As far as day trips and excursions go, the possibilities in this area of the world are truly amazing! Excursion options include visits to the nearby UNESCO heritage villages and cities such as Porto, Guimarães, and Braga. We will go wine tasting in the beautiful Douro Valley. We might even enjoy a night of traditional Portuguese Fado music. The average extra cost for an excursion is $50-65 depending on the number of participants. As reservations start coming in, Rachel will reach out to the group to see which excursions folks are most interested in. Please remember, everything is optional… this is your vacation! Rachel specifically chose D'Alijo Retreat Center so that you wouldn't feel like you need to leave the grounds!

Payment Options:

  • Reserve your space with a $400 non-refundable deposit (Can pay via Venmo or Zelle)

  • For Zelle, use the number 804-401-7450

  • For Venmo, send to @rachel-mzhickteno

  • 50% of your balance is due no later than 12/1

  • 75% of your balance is due no later than 3/1

  • Your remaining balance is due no later than 5/1

If you’d like to work out some sort of monthly payment plan, reach out to Rachel and she can work with you to make it happen!

Cancellation Policy:

D’Alijo Retreat center has a no-refunds policy, therefore, please be fully committed when you book your space as refunds cannot and will not be given. If for some reason you are unable to attend after you book, your only option would be to find a replacement attendee for your space. Thank you for your understanding and for respecting this poilcy.

Still have questions? Read our FAQ page, or feel free to reach out to Rachel directly at info@rachmz.com