Iceland

September 20-27, 2025

Akureyri, Iceland

September 20-27, 2025

This is not just a vacation—it’s an experience designed to awaken your sense of adventure, connection, and awe. Each day blends movement, exploration, and relaxation to create a perfect balance of adventure and renewal.

Each morning, after breakfast, you’ll have the option to start your day with an all-levels yoga and movement class in a private wellness space overlooking the fjord and mountains. Not in the mood for yoga? No problem—the relaxation lounge, dry sauna, and hot tub are available as well. After class, we’ll gather for lunch before heading out for the day’s adventure.

If you’ve been craving something different, something immersive, something that allows you to pause and reconnect—this is it. Iceland is more than a destination—it’s an experience that reshapes your sense of adventure, presence, and possibility.

Hrísey Island

Icelandic Horses

Whale Watching

Námafjall

Retreat Itinerary

Rise | Restore | Explore

Mornings in Iceland are slow, intentional, and exactly what you need to start the day feeling refreshed. You’ll wake up in a cozy home or boutique hotel, just steps from the fjord, where the crisp morning air and stillness set the perfect tone for what’s ahead. A fresh, locally sourced breakfast awaits—simple, nourishing, and exactly what your body craves. Then, it’s time to move. Whether you choose to join a gentle yoga practice overlooking the mountains or simply sip coffee and take in the view, this is your time to reset, stretch, and settle into the rhythm of the retreat before the day's adventure unfolds.

Dine | Soak | Northern Lights

Evenings in Iceland are the perfect way to wind down after a day of adventure. After a delicious group dinner, you’ll return home, still buzzing from laughter and conversation that flowed effortlessly around the table. But the night isn’t over just yet. Step outside and sink into your private backyard hot tub, the crisp Icelandic air contrasting perfectly with the warmth of the water. Above you, the sky stretches wide—maybe filled with stars, maybe illuminated by the dancing Northern Lights. This is the kind of stillness that lingers, the kind of moment that reminds you just how magical a day well spent can feel.

Lake Mývatn Area

Goðafoss Waterfall

Cultural Immersion

The Northern Lights

Daily Excursions & Experiences

Hrisey Island – A Hidden Arctic Gem

A short ferry ride across the fjord takes you to Hrisey Island, a place so peaceful and untouched, it feels like stepping into another world. Lush green hills, winding hiking trails, and panoramic fjord views surround you. This tiny island is known for its unique energy—a sense of stillness that you can’t quite explain but will absolutely feel. We’ll take time to simply sit, breathe, and take it all in before enjoying a beautiful walk through nature.

Icelandic Horseback Riding or Whale Watching

There’s nothing quite like riding an Icelandic horse, a breed famous for its gentle temperament and smooth, gliding gait. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, this ride through the Icelandic countryside is unforgettable. Not a horse person? No problem—swap the saddle for the sea and set out on a whale-watching tour, where humpback whales breach in the wild, icy waters of the fjord. Either way, this is an experience that will leave you in awe.

Mývatn Geothermal Adventure

Some landscapes look like they belong on another planet, and Mývatn is one of them. A full-day journey takes you through bubbling mud pools, steaming lava fields, and volcanic craters—an area so surreal that astronauts once trained here for the moon landing. The day ends with a visit to the Mývatn Nature Baths, where you’ll soak in mineral-rich, geothermal waters as the steam rises around you, letting every worry melt away.

Local Adventure & Hidden Nature Walks

Iceland has a way of revealing its magic in the quietest, most unexpected places. We’ll explore charming farmsteads, hidden trails, and fjordside landscapes that most travelers never get to see. Along the way, we’ll meet locals who welcome us into their homes, share their traditions, and offer a glimpse into the heart of Icelandic life.

Geothermal Baths – Optional Afternoons

For those craving an extra dose of relaxation, two of Iceland’s most stunning geothermal spas are waiting. The Forest Lagoon is tucked into the trees, offering warm, mineral-rich waters surrounded by nature. GeoSea in Húsavík is unlike anything else—a geothermal infinity pool that seems to spill right into the Arctic Ocean. If a quiet afternoon in town is more your style, Akureyri’s cozy cafés, art galleries, and scenic views offer the perfect escape.

This retreat is about more than just seeing Iceland—it’s about experiencing it in a way that stays with you long after you’ve left.

Blue Lagoon

Forest Lagoon

Mývatn Nature Bath

GeoSea

Pricing & Accomodations

INCLUDED

Group transfers from Akureyri airport to lodging
Inland transfers to apartments, yoga classes & excursions
Lodging: 7 nights in Akureyri
Daily Activities: Yoga Class in Morning + Excursion as scheduled
Meals: Starting with dinner on the first night, all breakfasts, lunches & 4 group dinners

NOT INCLUDED

*3 open dinners in Akureyri on your own

*optional excursions (Examples: GeoSea in Husavik or Forest Lagoon)

*transfers between airports

*Airfare is not included but ranges from $700-1000 out of MSP roundtrip (via Icelandair)

Double Occupancy

$3995 (Only 2 Rooms Remain)

Shared Room with 2 Single Beds

this is a 3 Bedroom & 1 Bath apartment.

(4-6 people per 3 bedroom apartment)

Apartment includes: common living areas, full Kitchen, backyard Jacuzzi, Internet access and Washer & Dryer.

Double Private Bath

SOLD OUT!

$4295 (SOLD OUT)

Shared Room with 2 Single Beds

this is a 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath apartment.

(4 people max in this 2 bedroom apartment)

Apartment includes: common living areas, full Kitchen, backyard Jacuzzi, Internet access and Washer & Dryer

Single Occupancy

$4495 (Only 1 Single Remains)

Private Room - Single Bed

this is a 3 Bedroom & 1 Bath apartment.

(4-6 people per 3 bedroom apartment)

Apartment includes: common living areas, full Kitchen, backyard Jacuzzi, Internet access and Washer & Dryer

Hotel Rooms

Want more privacy?

$4795 - Hotel Room - Double Occupancy - Shared

$5295 - Hotel Room - Single Occupancy - Alone At Last!

(1-2 people max per room)

Benefits of Hotel: Privacy & Location - Private Bathroom - Breakfast Provided in Restaurant

The hotel is located in the center of town only a block from the fjord.

To Secure Your Spot: pay a non-refundable $500 deposit via the Sarah Dippen Yoga website. Once registered by deposit made, unless other arrangements are requested, the balance will be broken down into equal monthly payments leading up to final balance due date. Final balances are due by July 31, 2025.

Refunds and Cancellations: If you wish to cancel your booking you must notify Sarah Dippen Yoga in writing. Refund less deposit available thru March 1, 2025. No refunds after March 1, 2025. In case of cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or your reservation to another person with 1 month advance notice. Due to arrangements made with our travel agency, there can be no exceptions to this policy. Refunds will incur a 10% processing fee.

*Once registered and deposit made, the balance due will be set to charge in equal monthly installments, unless other arrangements are requested.

We recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance. Travel insurance companies like TRAVEL GUARD offer policies that insure your investment in case you need to cancel (including “cancel for any reason” coverages), coverages for expenses incurred due to to weather & travel delays, personal property loss and emergency travel medical. Please review policies carefully to choose the coverage you need.

#HeartsOfAkureyri

Eyjafjörður Fjord

Myvatn Nature Baths

Hrísey Island Ferry Trip

New to Yoga?

Yoga gets sprinkled in each day in an all-levels class to stretch and set the tone.

No yoga experience necessary and all yoga classes are optional.

Traveling solo?

No problem! Most of our attendees actually are solo travelers.

We will match you with another solo traveler or feel free to upgrade to a private room with single occupancy.

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