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Oaks Retreat: WIRED, exploring your unique design
August 22 - 24, 2025
Chris says, "I just finished a Flagship Retreat with Stephanie!!! WOW and WOW again is what is on my heart. She lead from a place of peace, love, and GRACE. The weekend was exactly what I needed." See more
From $1,000
/ 3 days
5.00
8-Day Rest & Refresh Christian Women's Retreat | Koh Samui, Thailand
August 23 - 30, 2025
From ฿ 56,100
Rekindling Eucharistic Amazement with Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM
Open Dates
Online
Julie says, "I was able to enjoy two days away at the Retreat Center and was so blessed by the comfortable accommodations, the beautiful grounds, the Mass times, and the personal spiritual direction." See more
$35
5.00
Spiritual Direction Certificate Program: Application
Top Rated
January 1 - May 9, 2025
Katherine says, "The title of the retreat enticed me to register because personal circumstances and the disturbing world events of the recent past have disturbed my peace and I wanted to explore a new way to reclaim it." See more
$100
/ 129 days
4.85
Sponsored or Personal Day of Prayer
2 Days Package
Anonymous says, "I really enjoyed the class! Weaving is more difficult than I expected but I finished my project at home and am pretty happy with it! Lisa explained well, there was so many yarns, fabrics- choices!! I will continue with projects at home!" See more
$30
4.00
28 Day Residency at Ecovillage Findhorn
29 Days Package
Jean says, "I did a self-led weekend retreat around the summer solstice. This means that there is no fixed program. I joined in with taizé singing, a Mayan fire ceremony, morning meditation, a tour of the place with historical background and I saw some (quite good) performances and danced on the beach." See more
£750
4.75
Psilocybin Retreat for Gay and Queer Men (Amsterdam/Ijmuiden)
October 3 - 5, 2025
Magda says, "The ceremony day was a wonderful journey in my body, head, heart, floating in landscapes, in history and the now, with people I know or had never met. Accompanied by beautiful music, scents, rituals." See more
€1,295
/ 3 days
5.00
Christianity in Crisis: The Journey Towards Individuation of a Religious Tradition
November 14 - 16, 2025
Anonymous says, "I was very happy with Genesis Spiritual Life Center. I attended a five-day retreat in May 2024. The food was very good and the room and bathrooms were clean. The grounds are quiet and peaceful." See more
$395
/ 3 days
4.97
Top Christian Retreat Centers
How much does a Christian retreat cost?
Christian retreats typically cost between USD $15-$400 per day, with most ranging from USD $80-$330 daily depending on accommodation type, location, and program offerings. Single-day programs like book studies or prayer events tend to be the most affordable at USD $15-40, while multi-day residential retreats average USD $250-1,400 total for 3-8 day experiences. Private rooms generally command USD $400-600 more than shared accommodations. International retreats, like those in Thailand (approximately USD $208 per day), can offer comparable pricing to domestic options when considering the included amenities and longer durations.
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What happens during a spiritual retreat?
Spiritual retreats create sacred containers for inner exploration, ranging from structured meditation programs at Buddhist centers to contemplative stays at Christian monasteries or shamanic ceremonies in indigenous traditions. Each morning typically begins with practices like meditation, prayer, or movement (yoga, qi gong), followed by periods of noble silence where participants turn inward rather than engaging in casual conversation. The heart of most retreats involves teaching sessions with experienced guides who share context-appropriate wisdom teachings, along with dedicated time for personal reflection through journaling, walking meditation, or simply being in nature. Many retreat centers thoughtfully balance group activities with solitude - you might join others for shared meals or discussion circles, then have space to process experiences privately in your room or while walking meditation paths. As the outer world falls away, retreatants often notice subtle shifts: thoughts may slow down, senses become more acute, and an expanded awareness naturally emerges. Rather than pushing for dramatic breakthroughs, authentic retreats create conditions for participants to rediscover their innate clarity and wholeness that can get clouded by daily life.
The specifics vary widely based on tradition and setting. At Zen centers, retreatants might spend 8-10 hours daily in silent meditation with precise forms and rituals. Christian contemplative retreats often weave scripture study and spiritual direction between periods of centering prayer. Some programs focus on specific practices like loving-kindness meditation or forgiveness work. Others take place in nature, using wilderness as teacher through solo camping or vision quests. What remains consistent is the invitation to step back from ordinary activities and enter a container dedicated to deepening awareness and understanding of life's essential questions.