SHOULD I COME?
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LOCATION
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YOGA&MEDITATION
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PROGRAM
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ACCOMMODATION
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FOOD
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GETTING THERE
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BOOKING
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HIGHLIGHTS
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* Daily yoga and meditation classes with an experienced teacher
* Daily walks through green rolling hills and pine forests of Zlatar Mountain * Boatride through Uvac Gorge, combined with a visit to the Ice Cave and a viewpoint overlooking the entire gorge * Kayaking |
* Daytrip to Sopotnica waterfalls
* Visit to a medieval Serbian monastery * Accommodation in a family estate perched on a hilltop overlooking forests, pastures, and fields * Two delicious freshly prepared vegetarian meals per day * A small swimming pool right in our garden |
YOU WILL LOVE THIS RETREAT IF...
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* Spending time in nature away from urban centers is what recharges your batteries
* You are curious about yoga and meditation and want to develop your own practice * Being active outdoors and exploring the paths of lush rolling hills fit your idea of a perfect holiday * You'd love to discover a remote area of Serbian countryside - its uniques landscapes, cultural heritage, and people * Having simple vegetarian food can keep your belly happy * You love remote places, far away from cafes, urban life, or any other form of "entertainment" * You are looking forward to having some peaceful me-time, to wind down and reconnect with yourself and nature |
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LOCATION
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We will spend this week in South Western Serbia, on Zlatar Mountain, famous for its vast flowery meadows, imposing pine forests, and the quality of air. The area offers great opportunities for easy hikes, picking wild herbs, and feasting on wild strawberries.
Uvac Lake Natural Reserve is less than an hour drive away. Our daytrip to Uvac will include a boat ride through the gorge, hike to a soaring viewpoint, visit to a cave and of course some swimming time. Sopotnica Waterfalls are also just an hour away and paying a visit to this natural wonder will make another amazing daytrip. 
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YOGA & MEDITATION
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On most days, we will practice two times a day on a meadow nearby or on the terrace. In case of rain, it is possible to practice inside. Some daytrips can take up most of our day, in which case we will have only one class.
Marija teaches gentle Hatha yoga, with a lot of emphasis body awareness and mindful movement, as well as on the proper alignment, breath and focus. Apart from asana (posture), we will practice pranayama (breathing techniques), as well as meditation in each class. The classes are organized as workshops, during which we will explore different physical, mental and spiritual aspects of the practice. If you would like to read more about the style of yoga being taught at the retreat, click here. The retreat is suitable for all levels. Beginners will have the chance to get the taste of yoga and build a strong foundation for their yogic journey. More experienced yogis will deepen their understanding and get some inspiration to further develop their practice. |
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PROGRAM
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You will start each day with a two-hour class - asana practice (yoga postures), organic movement, breath work and guided meditation are all integrated within this class.
Brunch is served after the class. Afternoons are filled with various activities: * hiking through the meadows and forests * daytrip to Uvac Natural Reserve (boat ride, visiting the Ice Cave, hiking to the viewpoint, swimming in the lake) * daytrip to Sopotnica Waterfalls, plus a visit to a medieval Orthodox monastery * hiking to pristine Zlatar Lake (5km away from our accommodation) * kayaking Evenings will see us back in the center, in a yoga and meditation class (1-1.5 hours) before having delicious home cooked dinner around 7.00 PM. After dinner, we usually take another short hike to see the sunset and marvel a little more at the sights and scents of this enchanting mountain. 
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TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE
8.00 - 10.00 - Morning practice 10.00 am - Brunch 11.00 am - Afternoon activity or free time (varies daily) 5.30 - 7.00 pm - Afternoon practice 7.30 pm - Dinner 8.30 pm - Free time All activities and classes are optional, and everybody is welcome to skip any of them any time they feel like it. 
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ACCOMMODATION
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We will stay on a family estate tucked away at the top of a hill among the pine trees, overlooking the meadows and pastures of Zlatar Mountain.
You can choose to stay either in a twin or in a triple room. All the rooms are on the first floor, and they share one shower and three toilets. The ground floor is occupied by a spacious dining room, featuring an open terrace with the spectacular view of the surroundings. This terrace will be one of our yoga spaces. The entire house is made of wood and Both decorated with traditional Serbian artisan work. There's also a small swimming pool, a real blessing in hot summer afternoons. |
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FOOD
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We'll have two hearty meals a day - a brunch and a dinner.
All the meals at the retreat will be vegetarian and they will be served in the spacious light restaurant, featuring an amazing terrace and a fire place. The food at the retreat will be freshly prepared traditional Serbian food (with a vegetarian twist) made up of local ingredients - vegetables, fruits, locally made jams and honey, as well as famous cheese and other dairy products from Zlatar Mountain. |
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GETTING THERE
You can reach Zlatar mountain from three international airports - Belgrade (Serbia), Podgorica (Montenegro) or Sarajevo (Bosnia). Although Belgrade is somewhat further away than the other two cities (270km), it would be the most convenient option and also the only option from which we can offer you an organized transfer.
You can join our organized transportation from Belgrade on the morning of June 20th. The details of the transportation will be communicated once we know how many people are interested in joining the ride. We will leave Belgrade at 8am, so please plan your flights accordingly.
You can also reach the place using a public bus to Nova Varos, and then hiring a taxi to take you to the village.
If you need any help with the organization of your travels, don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
You can join our organized transportation from Belgrade on the morning of June 20th. The details of the transportation will be communicated once we know how many people are interested in joining the ride. We will leave Belgrade at 8am, so please plan your flights accordingly.
You can also reach the place using a public bus to Nova Varos, and then hiring a taxi to take you to the village.
If you need any help with the organization of your travels, don't hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
BOOKING
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* All the yoga and meditation classes * Six nights accommodation in a shared room * Two delicious freshly prepared meals a day * Unlimited coffee and tea at the premises * All the hikes |
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
* Boat ride on Uvac Lake * Kayaking * Daytrip to Sopotnica Waterfalla * Any additional meals or drinks * Personal expenses |
6 nights half-board
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Twin room with shared bathroom
330 EUR |
Triple room with shared bathroom
300 EUR |
For more information and for special deals, contact us at [email protected]
