Atsitsa Bay, Skyros Island, Greece
The holistic holiday on the pine-forested Aegean coast
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Choose your courses and activities in Atsitsa at the beginning of each week
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Families are welcome during the school holidays (AT7, AT8, AT9 and AT10)
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Stay in rustic eco-huts (as most do), or upgrade to the stone house or Atsitsa's hotel. Find out more >>>
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Try something new, discover hidden talents and meet like-minded people
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Friends of Skyros discounts apply. Find out more >>>
"Wonderful as ever! Articulate, considerate group in a beautiful setting," John
"Exceeded my expectations. The sense of community, loving atmosphere, the community sessions - all made for a week of such happiness and connection with such lovely people." Patricia
"(Like) nothing I have experienced before. I felt safe, heard and loved. I had great fun." T.D.
See guest reviews.
Inclusion in "10 of the best health and wellness retreats in Europe for 2023" The Guardian.
"One of the World's Best Holidays. How do the people at Skyros do it?" The Sunday Times.
See press reviews.
See What's On When below...
Sun 9 Jun - Sun 16 Jun 2024 (7 nights)
At a glance
Atsitsa Bay is a holistic holiday centre set in a stunning, natural location, right on the bay and surrounded by pine forest. With a wide range of courses and activities and an outstanding team of facilitators, it's the perfect place to be inspired and try something new. Kate Smurthwaite is directing this week in Atsitsa.
Find out more about the courses and activities during this week below in What's On.
About
Skyros attracts mostly solo travellers from all over the world. Although all ages are represented approximately 70% are between 35-65. A huge majority - over 80 percent - report that the Skyros holiday experience had a lasting positive effect on their lives. Nearly a third of guests come back again and again - even after they have said that Skyros was the 'holiday of a lifetime'.
Accommodation
Most people choose to live simply and comfortably in twin-shared rustic huts in the gardens. Or stay in Atsitsa's main house, subject to availability. See more about accommodation in Atsitsa here >>
Inspiring Courses
Courses and activities are introduced to you at the beginning of each week. Choose your favourites from a wide range including yoga, writing, art, kayaking, windsurfing, personal development, singing, comedy and more.
Food & Drink
All meals are included and served as a buffet. Special diets are always catered for. Teas and coffees are available throughout the day. Other drinks and snacks can be purchased at Atsitsa's bar.
Guide Itinerary
07.15: Morning drop-in classes
08.30: Breakfast
09.00: Demos (news of the day)
10.30: Oekos (home groups)
11.15: Mid-morning courses
13.30: Lunch
15.00: Siesta/beach time
17.00: Afternoon courses
19.00: Sunset classes
20.00: Dinner & evening activities
Average Temperature
July and August are the hottest months in Skyros with temperatures averaging around 30 degrees Celcius. Light showers are possible but rare.
Location
Summary
What's included?
- More than three courses per day over four to five days each week
- An unrivalled and vibrant community atmosphere
- Fun evening activities and events
- Three delicious Mediterranean meals each day
- Twin shared rustic accommodation in Atsitsa's gardens
What's On
Travel
To travel to Skyros Island you must go to Athens. We have organised transfers from Athens (detailed below) to take the stress out of your journey.
Domestic Travel (Athens – Skyros, return)
Flights to Skyros island are limited so we recommend booking as soon as possible with Aegean Airlines. For this session we recommend –
- OUT: Departing Athens on the 9th June at 2.35pm, arriving to Skyros at 3.15pm
- RETURN: Departing Skyros on 16th June at 2:50pm, arriving to Athens at 3.35pm
If the flight to Skyros sells out for these dates we will organise an overland transfer.
International Travel (to/from Athens)
- OUT: Arrive to Athens Airport on or before 12.35pm on the 9th June in time to catch the connecting flight to Skyros. Many choose to arrive the day before (on the 8th June) for a more relaxed journey.
For those arriving in Athens on the 8th June we have an organised transfer including an overnight stay in Central Athens. If many arrive into Athens at a similar time we will arrange a courtesy coach (minimum numbers required) departing Athens Airport to the hotel where you can relax and meet others joining the session. The following day the bus will return to Athens Airport in time for the flight to Skyros. To join this transfer, select Single/Twin Share at the Dorian, Transfer to Athens Airport & Transfer to Atsitsa when booking.
For those arriving in Athens on the 9th June you will only require a transfer from Skyros Airport to Atsitsa. To secure this please select Transfer from Skyros Airport to Atsitsa only when booking.
- RETURN: We have an organised transfer from Atsitsa to Skyros Airport in time for the flight to Athens. To join this organised transfer, select Transfer to Skyros Airport when booking.
We recommend allowing at least two hours in Athens Airport by booking an international return flight after 5.35pm on 16th June.
