Yoga Holiday with Julie Potter in Slovakia

with Walking and Wellness Facilities included
5 nights - Tuesday 26th May to Sunday 31st May 2026
bespoke holiday in collaboration with Tatra Escapes
We will stay in a traditional Slovak log cabin nestled in Slovak Paradise National Park. We will have yoga classes each day led by myself, we can explore the surrounding forests, walk peaceful trails
that connect you with the wild beauty of Slovakia,
and even venture into the majestic Tatra Mountains for a cable car ride
Why not join me for a few days to rest, reconnect, spend time in the company of like minded people and leave feeling more like yourself again.

The cost what's included in the price

Single Occupancy price - £1240.00 per person
Shared Occupancy price £1100.00 per person
Included in the price
Accommodation for 5 nights at 'Ranch Slovak Paradise' a traditional Slovak log cabin nestled in the Slovak Paradise National Park
Breakfasts on each day and Dinners on day 1, day 3 and day 5
Unlimited on-site wellness/spa entry
Walks/Hikes with a private tour guide and adapted to suit the interests and abilities of our group
Krakow airport transfers at an agreed time to allow for possible time spent in Kralkow if desired and all local transfers
Punting with a guide and transfers on day 3 or alternative activity
All Yoga sessions
Not included:
Flights
All Lunches and Dinners on day 2 and 4
Further activities – leisure day activities, electric bike hire, cable cars
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The Yoga

The intention for the 5 days in Slovakia, is for students to have the opportunity and the time to look at aspects of their practice in depth and to develop an approach of self-enquiry and self knowledge. The classes are adaptable and encompass students of all levels of experience and ability. Whilst looking at traditional Hatha Yoga postures and pranayamas, we will be encouraging fun and freedom within the traditional structure. The holiday is open to beginners as well as experienced practitioners, but I do suggest that you have worked with me to some extent prior to the holiday.
I will offer one or two yoga classes each day, and I hope to include one evening relaxation class during the 5 days.
Yoga mats will be provided, but I suggest you bring your own light wieght travel mat to place of top. I am planning a practice that can be adapted to not require the use of equipment, however, bring your own blocks and belts if you feel you will need them.

Proposed Intineray

(subject to change)
Day 1 – arrival, meet and greet, relaxing for the rest of the day
Evening yoga, dinner, wellness
Day 2 – Morning yoga, breakfast,
Optionl Tatra Mountains Jamske Lake Hike – 3 hours – 305 meters elevation. (less is we prefer) - Option to go on a cable car as well after the hike. - Evening yoga, dinner out, wellness
Day 3 – Morning yoga, breakfast.
Optional Punting in Pieniny National park and walk back to the village through the National Park – around 2 hours walking
Evening yoga, dinner, wellness
Day 4 – Morning yoga, breakfast.
Free day – chose from optional activities such as Spis Castle and Levoca town tour or Thermal baths and wellness in Poprad town
Evening yoga, dinner out, wellness
Day 5 – Morning yoga, breakfast
Optiona local hike in Slovak Paradise National park – 3 hours – 120 meters elevation. (less is we prefer) - Option to hire some electric bikes as well and visit a local lake too.
Evening yoga, dinner in Poprad town
Day 6 - Morning yoga (if time allows?), departure

More informtaion

Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, a meat-eater, wine-lover (or not), have any dietary requirements you’ll be well looked after.
All activities including the yoga sessions are optional. Walking and hikes will be tailored to meet our needs and abilities. I am not a great walker myself, but I plan to join the group, and walks will be made accessible to all who want to be part of experiencing the wonderful surroundings.
OR if you prefer you can spend your time enjoying the beautiful Wellness facilities on site which has 2 jacuzzis – one indoors and one on the roof, and a couple of saunas if you want just to rest and relax,
OR you can visit the local amenities. Each guest will be provided with a detailed brochure with restaurants and bars in the area so you can go and explore the local foods and restaurants.
Some willbe located in Poprad town as well.

Our Accommodation

We will stay at Ranch Podlesok, Podlesok 5, 053 15 Hrabušice, Slovakia in a traditional Slovak log cabin nestled in Slovak Paradise National Park. Towels and toiletries are provided as well as the all important hairdryer. Rooms can be single occupancy or shared with a friend/partner

What should you pack?

Your travel yoga mat if preferred, although mats are provided for all participants
Blocks and belt if you feel you might need them
(the classes will not be planned to include these)
Yoga clothing in natural fabrics
Suitable clothes for day time town exploring and mountain walking and a couple of options for evening meals in town
Swimming atire for the spa (towels are provided)
Walking shoes with appropriate socks and a lightweight waterproof
Small medical kit including SPF and insect repellent
Special dietary snacks if you need them
Travel adaptor (2-pin European) / charging cables
Water Bottle
N.B Hairdryers, shower gel, shampoo, and bathroom towels are provided in each room
A full kit list recommendation will be provided by our hosts roughly 2 months prior departure,

Travel Arrangements

Flights:
The nearest airport is Poprad, BUT flights are limited to only one or two each week. We are therefore going to meet at Krakow airport. There are numerous options from various airports, BUT to take advantage of the group transfer that is included in our price I suggest the following.
Outgoing:
Easyjet from Gatwick on Tuesday 26th May
EZY8821 - Departing at 09.25 - Arrving at Krakow at 12.55
Returning:
Easyjet from Krakow on Sunday 31st May
EZY8822 - Deoarting at 14.15 - Arriving at Gatwick at15.55
Transfers from and back to Krakow airport:
Based on the suggested flights we will arrange pick up from Krakow at approximately 2pm and be taken back to Kralow in time for the return flight. If you choose alternative flights or even alternative days to arrive/return in Krakow then plan to be at the airport for pick-up OR arrange a private transfer at your own additonal cost.
Our transfer from Krakow to our retreat is approximately 2.5hours and the cost is included in the price as long as you are at the airport at the alloted time. The transfer will be arranged by our hosts, and they wil be there to meet us.
Suggestion to visit Krakow City:
It might be the case that you choose to spend a day or two extra in Krakow either before or after our retreat.
I personally plan to arrange an Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour and probably a City tour, but if you want to do similiar it will be up to you to arrange this to suit yourself, and find accommodation and alternative flights accordingly.
You will need to email me the details of your flight once it is booked.
I will email a contact list (with each person's permission) of the other guests so that you can coordinate transport and share cars to and from the airports if you wish.

Anything else you need to know?

Travel insurance:
It is strongly advised to obtain a personal travel insurance to cover yourself in case of illness or accident, and to cover flight cancellations/delays etc. In the extremely unlikely event of needing mountain rescue, this is covered by the insurance provided by our hosts.
Passports and travel documents:
Please check the expiry date of your passport and other entry requirements on the government website of the country you’re travelling from. Check if you require a visa to travel to Slovakia and allow adequate time to arrange before departure.
The local currency/spending money is the Euro - how much to take will depend on your desire to buy 'goodies', but you will need money for: Lunches each day and Dinners on day 2 and 4 Further activities – leisure day activities, electric bike hire, cable cars etc
There is free WIFI. Generally there is phone reception but it can depend on what UK provider you might have.

Sign me up!

Please contact me if you are interested in joining the group and see below for deposit and payment details

Booking and Cancellation Policy:

To confirm your booking you will need to send me a non-refundable deposit of £300 by bank transfer.
I will need the balance at the latest by 31st March 2026
Payments payable to: Lloyds Bank /Mrs J Potter / 30-99-72 / 28418268
The cancellation fees are shown below & is in line with the terms I will need to comply with as group organisor
42 – 61 days prior to departure 35% of holiday cost
28 – 41 days prior to departure 50% of holiday cost
14 – 27 days prior to departure 75% of holiday cost
Less than 14 days prior to departure 100% of holiday cost.
Cancellatiions made by myself or the venue will recieve a full refund
Flight refunds will need to be made via insurance policies or via the airline