+31 (0)20 573 03 50
EN
NL
BEActive Retreats with Hiking and Cycling
Being active in nature...
Discover luxury wellness eco retreats in nature, perfect for hiking and cycling. PureandCure, Health & Wellness experts since 2005, offers a variety of active holidays to help you restore vitality and energy. Most health and wellness resorts are nestled in breathtaking natural settings, such as mountains, national parks, lakes, beaches, or tranquil countryside. These idyllic locations are perfect for hiking, walking, and cycling, offering a harmonious blend of activity and relaxation. Many resorts provide rental bikes, trail maps, and guide services, making it easy to explore. Hiking and cycling are low-impact exercises that improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and boost coordination - all while enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. After an active day, relax with a massage and let nature clear your mind. Combining outdoor activities with spa treatments to unwind makes a wellness retreat the ideal way to recharge both mentally and physically.
Read moreInsiders tips
Discover all our Hiking & Cycling holidays
4
FeelViana, Portugal
Beach, spa, adventure, nature, relaxation and watersports galore come together at FeelViana – a top destination for an active yet relaxed wellness holiday.
9 Reviews
Bed & Breakfast
Not ready to commit to a programme? Book your stay only and personalise your Feel Viana journey on-site with help from the expert team
from € 89 p.p.
Surfing
Explore the waves of Praia do Cabedelo. Surf for all levels with expert guidance at Club North by FeelViana
from € 430 p.p.
5
Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia
Pangkor Laut Resort is the only resort situated on a 300-hectare, beautiful private island with powder white beaches, emerald green waters and unspoilt rainforest. A little piece of heaven on earth.
11 Reviews
Bed & Breakfast
Not ready to commit to a programme? Book your stay only and personalise your Pangkor Laut journey on-site with help from the expert team
from € 98 p.p.
5
Fivelements Retreat, Bali (Indonesia)
This intimate boutique retreat with 20 suites along the Ayung River is about a 20-minute drive from Ubud. It offers unique healing and energy massages and treatments. There’s also a plant-based restaurant and daily yoga classes.
4 Reviews
Spa & Wellness
Not ready to commit to a programme? Book your stay only and personalise your Fivelements journey on-site with help from the expert team
from € 127 p.p.
Detox
Cleanse body and mind with Balinese wisdom: plant-based nutrition, therapies and mindfulness for deep detox and inner balance
from € 4274 p.p.
5
Lefay SPA Dolomiti, Italy
A luxurious five-star wellness retreat in the Dolomites, just two hours from Verona. Lefay features a stunning three-story design spa, world-class cuisine, and plenty of outdoor activities in a breathtaking mountain setting.
13 Reviews
Wellness & Relaxation
A unique journey blending care, global rituals, and Alpine healing. Relax, detox, and explore the world through wellness
from € 214 p.p.
Fitness & Yoga
Restore strength and inner balance through fitness, energy therapies, and osteopathy. Feel stronger, more mobile, and mentally aligned
from € 859 p.p.
Active & Balance
Restore your energy in harmony with nature. This programme blends Chinese medicine, alpine elements, and outdoor activity to deeply rebalance body and mind
from € 1733 p.p.
5
My Arbor, Italy
Experience a modern and luxurious adults-only treehouse-style hotel, set amidst the stunning Italian Dolomites, with a lavish 2500 m2 spa. Nestled in a prime skiing and hiking location, it's the perfect blend of luxury and nature.
8 Reviews
Bed & Halfboard
Not ready to commit to a programme? Book your stay only and personalise your My Arbor journey on-site with help from the expert team
from € 230 p.p.
5
Kurhaus Bad Bocklet, Germany
Enjoy the healing traditions of Ayurveda from India in Kurhaus Hotel Bad Bocklet, just a two-hour drive from Frankfurt. This serene retreat, set amidst the beautiful landscapes of the Bavarian Rhön, is home to mineral-rich spring water.
16 Reviews
Ayurveda
Experience the healing power of Ayurveda with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique doshas. Daily therapies, customised nutrition and yoga restore deep balance, cleanse the body and rejuvenate body and mind
from € 486 p.p.
Panchakarma
Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s classic purification therapy. Through five deep-cleansing treatments, the body releases toxins, promoting physical lightness, mental clarity, and a renewed sense of balance from within
from € 3708 p.p.
4
Shanti-Som, Spain
Shanti-Som is a boutique wellbeing retreat just 10 km from Marbella, where Balinese influences meet the calm of Andalusian nature. With a holistic approach and personal atmosphere, it’s the ideal place to reset and recharge.
94 Reviews
Relaxation Retreat
Experience the tranquility and personal care of Shanti-Som with retreats starting from 3 nights. Enjoy nourishing meals, soothing treatments, and peaceful yoga and meditation sessions
from € 542 p.p.
Yoga & Pilates
At Shanti-Som, you can enjoy yoga and meditation retreats starting from 3 nights. Treat yourself to relaxing treatments, balanced meals, and calming yoga and meditation sessions
from € 918 p.p.
Detox & Weight Loss
Discover the detox and weight loss retreats at Shanti-Som, available from 3 nights. Enjoy balanced meals, relaxing treatments, and inspiring fitness sessions
from € 1242 p.p.
4
Ayurveda Mandira, Austria
Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of Ayurveda and the therapeutic thermal waters of Eastern Styria at a magnificent Ayurveda Resort infused with Asian influences.
15 Reviews
Ayurveda
Experience the healing power of Ayurveda with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique doshas. Daily therapies, customised nutrition and yoga restore deep balance, cleanse the body and rejuvenate body and mind
from € 571 p.p.
5
NEW! Longevity Senses, Portugal
Longevity Senses Cascais is an adults-only hotel combining boutique comfort with extensive wellness and health facilities. Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, a full-service spa and an exclusive setting designed for relaxation and wellbeing.
Wellbeing & Relaxation
In need of rest and renewed energy? Discover programmes that help you slow down, recharge and regain balance. Experience deep relaxation, a clear mind and more vitality in everyday life.
from € 582 p.p.
Fitness
Want to feel stronger, fitter and more resilient? These programmes combine training, therapies and recovery to boost strength, energy and balance
from € 614 p.p.
Longevity & Well-Ageing
A healthy lifestyle starts with taking care of yourself. From beauty to vitality, discover programmes that support your health and radiance at any age
from € 1324 p.p.
Detox & Weight Loss
Time for a body reset? Whether you want to detox, lose weight or boost your energy, find programmes that help you reach your goals effectively
from € 3800 p.p.
4
Sentido Galomar, Madeira
Discover an extraordinary adults-only seaside retreat, boasting an array of thrilling activities to captivate even the most active and sport fanatics.
14 Reviews
Yoga
Choose a complete yoga experience with group classes, massages, and free access to the wellness complex and sea. Relax, move, and recharge in a beautiful setting
from € 591 p.p.
Relaxation
Fully relax with deep tissue and Indian head massages, body treatments, and a fitness session of your choice. Includes extensive spa and wellness facilities
from € 667 p.p.
5
Terme di Relilax, Italy
Boutique hotel in the Tuscan hills, surrounded by nature. Thermal baths with healing water from nearby hot springs. Authentic Italian hospitality and warmth.
Relax & Ontspanning
from € 657 p.p.
5
Resort Weissenhaus, Germany
Lush meadows, green forests, and a refreshing sea breeze... the moment you step through the gateway of the luxurious WEISSENHAUS hotel, you begin to relax and feel grounded. Weissenhaus is perfect for spa lovers and food enthusiasts seeking tranquility.
2 Reviews
Deluxe Relaxation
Indulge in luxurious relaxation with massages, gourmet breakfast and full spa access
from € 740 p.p.
4
MasQi Retreat, Spain
A small, luxurious adults-only yoga and meditation resort located in a stylish 19th-century farmhouse at the center of a nature park. The ideal place to reconnect with yourself and with nature.
26 Reviews
Detox
Deeply cleanse your body with a liquid detox diet, yoga, rest, and nature. Restore energy, purify your system, and reset for a healthier lifestyle
from € 749 p.p.
De-stress & Relax
With yoga, meditation, therapies, and mindful eating, this stay helps you reset, regain clarity, and find strength to move forward in life with purpose
from € 859 p.p.
Yoga
Deepen your yoga practice and explore meditation, massages, energy therapies, and macrobiotic food. For greater balance, vitality, and inner calm
from € 1059 p.p.
5
Santani Wellness, Sri Lanka
Santani means "in harmony with." The award-winning Santani Wellness Kandy helps you find balance through luxurious Ayurveda treatments, detox programs, yoga, and deep relaxation. You'll pick up healthy habits that stay with you for life.
Wellness and Relaxation
Take a break from daily stress and recharge. Perfect for those new to wellness, this personalised retreat offers rest and balance in a gentle, holistic way
from € 904 p.p.
De-stress & Recovery
Recover from stress, poor sleep or emotional or physical issues in a calm setting. Yoga, meditation, nutrition and therapy help restore inner peace and balance
from € 1710 p.p.
Yoga & Meditation
Whether starting yoga or deepening your practice, this flexible programme in Sri Lanka adapts to your level. Traditional Hatha Yoga supports mind and body
from € 1710 p.p.
Detox & Weightloss
Detox is essential for preventive health. Programmes range from basic to advanced, personalised to your needs with Ayurvedic or Western techniques like juicing
from € 1710 p.p.
5
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, Bali (Indonesia)
Excellent service and extremely professional holistic programmes based on Balinese traditions. A beautiful and intimate retreat in green surroundings creating a warm and friendly atmosphere.
13 Reviews
De-Stress & Relax
Retreats for emotional balance, restful sleep, and stress relief. Mindfulness, yoga, and holistic therapies restore clarity, calm, and resilience
from € 953 p.p.
4
Palazzo di Varignana, Italy
A sophisticated retreat nestled in the heart of the Italian countryside, just 30 minutes from Bologna. Featuring Italy’s top-rated spa, it offers specialized wellness programs based on the Acquaviva Method.
9 Reviews
Relaxation
Recharge with relaxing programmes at Palazzo di Varignana. Enjoy treatments like massages, yoga, Pilates or improve your sleep with Deep Sleep.
from € 970 p.p.
Fitness & Weight Loss
Improve your fitness or work on your ideal weight with programmes at Palazzo di Varignana. Choose from Slim, Reshape or Flexible Fitness for a tailored stay that suits your goals
from € 1385 p.p.
Anti-aging and Women's Health
Nourish your body and mind with anti-ageing and women-focused programmes at Palazzo di Varignana. Discover Golden Age and Radiant Woman retreats.
from € 1880 p.p.
5
Anassa, Cyprus
The view over the beach and sea is simply unparalleled. Anassa is a distinctive hotel with a story—elegant and luxurious, embodying history, ambiance, and culture in every detail.
11 Reviews
Relaxation
Unwind with private training or yoga, massages, facial and wellness facilities. Includes breakfast and participation in inspiring activities
from € 978 p.p.
5
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, Bhutan
Hospitality, peace, beauty, mysticism, and spirituality converge in the magical and mysterious kingdom of Bhutan, the land of happiness. Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary stands as the sole 5-star wellness resort, presenting an all-inclusive wellbeing concept.
4 Reviews
De-Stress
from € 999 p.p.
4
Harmony Home, Spain
At Harmony Home, luxury is found in simplicity - a quiet, five-room retreat on an organic olive farm, where yoga, stillness, and Ayurveda-inspired meals create space to breathe. Many return for the reset program or simply to experience deep relaxation.
Relaxation
from € 1017 p.p.
Menopause Wellness Retreat
from € 1496 p.p.
Ayurveda
from € 1995 p.p.
4
The Retreat, Costa Rica
The Retreat Costa Rica is one of the best luxury wellness boutique resort and spa, where organic gardens, lush landscapes, chirping birds, and technicolor sunsets are the setting for healing journeys.
11 Reviews
Wellness & Relaxation
Full board wellness with yoga, meditation, massage, cooking class, nature hikes & access to spa, pool, gym & jacuzzi
from € 1100 p.p.
5
Atmantan, India
At Atmantan Wellness Resort, traditional Eastern medicine with a state-of the art spa,ultra-modern fitness facilities, and Western medical knowledge. The overarching goal is not just to experience a sense of well-being but to genuinely own it.
19 Reviews
Relaxation
For those seeking rest, recovery or renewal: three retreats for inner balance, wellness and lifestyle transformation
from € 1213 p.p.
Yoga & Fitness
Two intensive programmes for physical strength or inner peace through yoga or custom training.
from € 2829 p.p.
5
Sashwa River of Stars, South Africa
Wellness in the wilderness: Time seems to stand still at Sashwa River of Stars, a luxurious safari retreat on the banks of the Olifants River in Kruger National Park. Each day, nature’s full splendor unfolds on the floodplains stretching before you.
Wellness in the wilderness
Full board with yoga, meditation, wildlife drives & creative studio. Includes snacks, gym, sauna, pool & more
from € 1456 p.p.
4
Alpino Atlantico, Madeira
Ayurveda at one of Madeira's most picturesque seaside resorts. Boutique-style Alpino Atlantico offers a blend of genuine treatments within a stunning environment.
30 Reviews
Ayurveda
Experience the healing power of Ayurveda with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique doshas. Daily therapies, customised nutrition and yoga restore deep balance, cleanse the body and rejuvenate body and mind
from € 1581 p.p.
Weight Management
Achieve sustainable weight loss through treatments, diet, yoga and fitness. Focused on metabolism, fat burning and behavioural shift – without crash dieting
from € 1979 p.p.
Panchakarma
Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s classic purification therapy. Through five deep-cleansing treatments, the body releases toxins, promoting physical lightness, mental clarity, and a renewed sense of balance from within
from € 3288 p.p.
4
Engel Ayurpura , Italy
Ayurvedic boutique retreat, which opened in 2023, is designed in a modern, wooden chalet style. Led by experts from Sri Lanka and India, it’s located in the Dolomites mountains, roughly a 2-hour drive from Verona or Innsbruck.
7 Reviews
Ayurveda
Experience the healing power of Ayurveda with a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique doshas. Daily therapies, customised nutrition and yoga restore deep balance, cleanse the body and rejuvenate body and mind
from € 1587 p.p.
Panchakarma
Panchakarma is Ayurveda’s classic purification therapy. Through five deep-cleansing treatments, the body releases toxins, promoting physical lightness, mental clarity, and a renewed sense of balance from within
from € 3737 p.p.
5
Ananda in the Himalayas, India
Ananda in the Himalayas is ranked among the top 10 Wellness Retreats globally, at 30 mins from Rishikesh, and offering transformative experiences through Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Physiotherapy.
24 Reviews
Fitness & Weight Management
Strengthen your body, metabolism and emotional balance through two effective programmes using Ayurveda, yoga and movement
from € 2180 p.p.
5
COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali (Indonesia)
Ranked among the top 5 best wellness resorts in Asia, COMO Shambhala Estate offers next-level personal attention, where holistic programs and nourishing cuisine rejuvenate both body and mind.
9 Reviews
Relax & De-stress
Relax deeply with massages, ceremonies, and private training. Combine personal coaching, exclusive sleep technology, and unlimited spa access for an energized, stress-free life
from € 2242 p.p.
Yoga & Fitness
Strengthen body and mind with personal coaching, yoga, pilates, and daily treatments. Enjoy unlimited spa access and experience balance, strength, and deep relaxation
from € 2436 p.p.
0
Yeotown, Madeira
Explore Madeira with a boho-chic boutique retreat featuring a top-rated wellness program. Yeotown Madeira offers a 6-day retreat filled with outdoor adventures, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, group talks, and workshops.
1 Review
Yeotown retreat
A transformative retreat with yoga, hiking, massages and workshops for body and mind
from € 3377 p.p.
5
Brenners Park, Germany
A luxurious hotel exuding timeless elegance and grandeur, complemented by a state-of-the-art spa boasting contemporary finesse and cutting-edge amenities.
6 Reviews
Relax & De-stress
Unwind and recharge with programmes that restore body and mind through relaxation, movement and nature experiences.
from € 3500 p.p.
5
Euphoria Retreat, Greece
This is Greece's first holistic retreat, designed around the five elements of Chinese medicine to promote physical and mental balance. It's a stunningly designed retreat and a truly impressive destination at an hour's drive from Kalamata..
32 Reviews
Mental Balance & De-stress
Restore emotional balance and mental clarity with therapy, mindfulness and healing practices.
from € 3608 p.p.
5
Mount Med Resort, Austria
A life-changing adults-only resort in the mountains with a medical spa and personalised programmes for longevity, improved quality of life, health, aesthetics, and mobility.
Fitness and Pain Relief
Want to get fit or ease pain? Programmes like Get Fit to Perform, Ortho & Mobility and Hiking for Health help improve performance, relieve pain and boost mobility with medical support and expert guidance
from € 4917 p.p.
Mental Balance & De-stress
Prevent burnout and restore your mental balance. Designed for those with demanding schedules, this seven-day retreat offers stress reduction, energy recovery and improved mental resilience
from € 6134 p.p.
Unable to find what you’re looking for? Allow us to inspire you with additional options by calling +31 (0)20 573 03 50.
Hiking and Cycling in combination with Wellbeing
Most health and wellbeing resorts are located in stunning environments in nature. A relaxing, active and health holiday in a beautiful setting. Think mountains, National Parks, lakes, beaches or the countryside. Those settings are ideal for hiking, walking and cycling. Health and wellbeing resorts who are located in nature, mostly offer rental bikes services, maps with walking trails and services for rental guides.
Hiking and cycling in nature are both wonderful ways to explore the great outdoors and stay active. Cycling and hiking are low-impact exercise that can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen leg muscles, and increase balance and coordination. It allows you to cover more ground and see more of the outdoors.
You relax your body during a massage, you clear your mind by being active in nature. It is an ideal way to recover both mentally and physically. Elements of hiking and cycling turn a wellbeing holiday into the ultimate relaxation break.
Tips: Make sure to wear comfortable shoes with good traction, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring plenty of water and snacks. Be mindful of your surroundings and watch out for wildlife or potential hazards on the trail. Always wear a helmet when cycling and make sure your bike is in good working condition before heading out. Follow traffic laws and be aware of your surroundings, especially when cycling on roads or shared paths. Bring plenty of water and snacks, and consider packing a repair kit in case of any issues with your bike.
Why is Nature so great for stress
Natural environments have a calming effect on body and mind. Research has shown that exposure to natural environments, such as forests or parks, can have a positive effect on reducing stress and anxiety. Natural environments have been found to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol, lower blood pressure and slow down heart rate.
- Nature provides opportunities for physical activity: Exercise is known to be a great stress reducer. Being in nature provides opportunities for physical activities such as hiking, walking, and swimming, which can help to reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
- Nature provides a break from technology and everyday life: Being in nature provides an opportunity to disconnect from technology and the fast-paced demands of everyday life. This break can help to reduce stress and provide a sense of relaxation and rejuvenation.
- Exposure to nature can improve mood: Exposure to nature has been shown to increase positive emotions and reduce negative emotions. This can lead to an overall improvement in mood and wellbeing.
As featured in...
