Iceland
June 25–July 3, 2025
Master Yoga Adventure & Spa Island
with Camilla Strandmark & Petra Nilsson
Iceland
June 25–July 3, 2025
Master Yoga Adventure & Spa Island
with Camilla Strandmark & Petra Nilsson
Welcome to join MasterYoga on a journey to magical Iceland! Your retreat leaders for this week are Camilla Strandmark (resident in Iceland) and Petra Nilsson, both RYT 500 certified yoga teachers. A week where we explore Iceland's nature, hot springs, and spas in combination with daily yoga at lovely studios in Reykjavik, hiking, culture, and culinary food. We will be staying at Center Hotel Þingholt in Reykjavik for the entire week.
You will get to experience a number of Iceland's "getaways SPA/hot springs". Among them is Sky Lagoon SPA, a luxurious retreat SPA where the sea meets the sky. Here we experience the heart of Icelandic tradition in a geometric lagoon by the ocean. We will also visit Havmmsvik, which has been voted one of the most beautiful places in the world. Here, the raw beauty of nature meets peace and relaxation. This is one of the few places in Iceland where you can enjoy the geothermal springs and the cooling sea at the same time. There are eight different hot springs with varying temperatures, a wonderful steam bath, and a swim-in bar. They also have a nice restaurant, Stormur, which serves the best seafood soup ever. Located about 45 minutes from Reykjavik, the transfer here is also an absolutely magical experience!
Camilla lives in Reykjavik. She will guide us to unique urban gems, such as Grandi, one of Reykjavik's most charming and dynamic areas, located by the old harbor. In recent years, the area has been transformed from a traditional industrial area into a lively place filled with trendy cafés, restaurants, art galleries, unique shops, and, last but not least, its charming food hall where Iceland's best fish and chips are served! With its blend of modern creativity and historical atmosphere, Grandi is perfect for exploring local culture and enjoying the view of the sea and the surrounding mountains. We will also be doing guest yoga here at the Nuna Collective yoga studio.
A full-day excursion to Reykjadalur will be an adventure that we promise will take your breath away! Imagine bubbling mud pots, steam rising from mysterious hot springs scattered across the landscape like jewels in a crown. It's as if you've stepped straight into the pages of a geology textbook, but this time the wonders are all around you, waiting to be explored. We'll also put on our hiking boots for the day and set out on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's magical nature. We bring a packed lunch, hike, do yoga outdoors, and bathe in the hot springs.
A trip to the Golden Circle is also offered, as well as a free day in the program where you have the opportunity to ride an Icelandic horse if you wish, go to the Floating SPA, or perhaps just stroll around Reykjavik on your own. Yes, you will experience a truly enchanting week – read more about the program below.
Camilla Strandmark
Camilla is a RYT 500+, Yoga & Mindfulness teacher (certified MBSR - Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), nurse, medical acupuncturist, and ICF coach. Camilla has been living with her family in Iceland for several years. And this is where she feels most at home.
Petra Nilsson
Petra is a RYT 500+ yoga teacher, founder, and initiator of MasterYogaSweden. She creates retreat concepts from the heart, and her retreats are now appreciated by many. Yoga came into Petra's life in 1999 and has been an important part of her life ever since.
Petra is a certified international yoga teacher, RYT 500+, for both yan and yin styles, but has chosen to deepen her knowledge in Yin Yoga, Restorative, Meditation, and Pranayama/Breathwork. She is also a certified Yin Specialist and Forest Bathing Instructor.
Program
Wednesday, June 25
KEFLAVIK-REYKJAVIK
The flight arrives at Keflavik Airport at 2:35 p.m.
NOTE: This is only a transfer time.
Transfer bus, Petra & Camilla, will meet you at the airport and take you to Reykjavik and Center Hotel Þingholt.
Check-in
Welcome to Iceland!
Program and light refreshments
Breathwork & Meditation with Petra & Camilla
and a relaxing spa session at the hotel.
Dinner at Sushi Social restaurant.
Thursday, June 26
CITY DAY REYKJAVIK
7:00-8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:30-10:30 a.m. Half-day guided tour of Reykjavik with Camilla Strandmark
City center / Hallgrimskirkja / See the city from above
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Yoga class at Reykjavik Yoga Studio
with Camilla Strandmark
12:30 p.m. Joint lunch
Restaurant BRUT Michelin 2023
Free afternoon
6:00 p.m. Evening activity – Sky Lagoon SPA
– The heart of Icelandic Tradition –
A journey of the senses, powered by the elements
You are responsible for purchasing your own dinner this evening. There are several options available at Sky Lagoon SPA.
Back Center Hotel Þingholt
Sleep well!
Friday, June 27
REYKJADALUR
7:00-8:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Full-day excursion to Reykjadalur
– an adventure that we promise will take your breath away!
Imagine this: bubbling clay pots simmering away,
steam rising from mysterious hot springs scattered across
the landscape like jewels in a crown. It's as if you've stepped straight into
the pages of a geology textbook, but this time the wonders are all around you, waiting to be explored.
So, are you ready? :) Let's put on our hiking boots today and
embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's magical nature.
We'll bring a packed lunch, hike, do yoga outdoors, and
bathe in the hot springs.
A little trivia
The hot water river in the Reykadalur valley is one of the most
magical hot springs in Iceland. About 40 kilometers from the capital Reykjavík lies the town of Hveragerði, which means "hot
gardens" in Icelandic. This place is especially known for its hot springs, which are fed by the Hengill volcano,
but the real prize is the scenic hiking trail
that leads to a hot water river. Reykadalur is a valley
where the small town of Hveragerði and its hot springs are located.
The hot springs allow Hveragerði to grow fruit and
vegetables in greenhouses, such as tomatoes and bananas!
Free evening
Dinner on your own.
Sweet Nature Dreams!
Saturday, June 28
CITY DAY REYKJAVIK
8:00-9:00 a.m. Breakfast
Morning activity
Grandi: interactive flight over Iceland
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Yoga class with Petra Nilsson, Yoga Studio in Grandi
1:00 p.m. Lunch at Grandi Mathöll
– the best fish and chips ever!
Free afternoon
6:00 p.m. Evening activity: Rjukande Fargufa sauna & sea bathing
– a special evening is promised –
Sunday, June 29
OPTIONAL DAY WITH DIFFERENT OPTIONS
8:00-9:00 a.m. Morning yoga at Reykjavik Yoga
Yoga teacher Camilla Strandmark
9:00-10:00 a.m. Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Departure for activities
Horseback riding with Icelandic horses, floating, staying in Reykjavik.
Depending on what you choose, we will get back to you with more information.
There are various tour options with Icelandic horses.
The same applies to floating – Water Wellness World of Flothetta
– The easiest way to relax your whole body, natural and effortless meditation –
7:00 p.m. Dinner on your own
Monday, June 30
GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR & SPA HOTEL
7:00-8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 a.m. Transfer bus to Geysir, Þingvellir, Gullfoss
Golden Circle Tour Day
Camilla Strandmark guides
We stop for lunch together at Fridheimar restaurant
and enjoy the most delicious tomato soup you have ever tasted!
– The best tomato soup in the world –
(grown in geothermal greenhouses)
Approximately 6:00–7:00 p.m. Restorative YOGA – Reykjavik Yoga
Yoga instructor: Petra Nilsson
Evening: free time – dinner on your own
Tuesday, July 1
HVAMMSVIK
8:00-9:00 Breakfast
Departure – Transfer included
10:30 a.m. Opening – Hvammsvik – The best SPA in Reykjavik 2024 –
We unwind and recharge our batteries in the breathtaking landscape of Whalefjords, where eight natural hot springs await, nestled among black sand beaches and majestic mountains, with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.
Yoga class with Camilla Strandmark
Lunch at Stormur restaurant
Return home
Free evening – Dinner on your own
Wednesday, July 2
CITY DAY REYKJAVIK – OWN EXCURSIONS
7:30–9:00 a.m. Morning yoga at Reykjavik Yoga
Yoga teacher Petra Nilsson
9:00-10:00 a.m. Breakfast
– Day off –
We are happy to give you suggestions for activities if you wish
or perhaps you just want to stroll around and enjoy your last day in Iceland.
You will have lunch on your own.
6:30 p.m. Farewell dinner at Restaurant ROK.
Thursday, July 3
Check-out, departure at 7:35 a.m.
Transfer to the airport & farewell hugs!!
This is included
Transfer to and from the airport
8 nights' accommodation at Center Hotel Þingholt
Breakfast
SPA at the hotel
Welcome coffee
Guided tour of Reykjavik
8 yoga classes in beautiful studios in Reykjavik
Transfer to all activities that require it
Packed lunch on hiking day in Reyjkadalur
Backpack from MasterYoga
Farewell dinner at restaurant ROK
Nice goodie bag á la Iceland
This is not included:
Round-trip airline tickets
Lunches, dinners, and drinks at restaurants
Entrance fees to activities
Activities during your free day (riding Icelandic horses, floating)
Package price: SEK 28,000
Shared double room included.
Single rooms are available at an additional cost.
Registration and further information
A registration fee of SEK 10,000 must be paid to confirm your place.
Final payment of the remaining amount must be made by May 1, 2025.
Payment should be made to Master Yoga Europe AB
Bankgiro: 5812-6947
Mark with ISLAND!
Warranty
The registration fee is binding.
Master Yoga has taken out travel insurance with Kammarkollegiet in accordance with the Swedish Package Travel Act, which guarantees that you will get your money back if the retreat is canceled or interrupted prematurely.
In the event of illness confirmed by a doctor's certificate, a refund will be made.
THANK YOU for the wonderful days together
– Petra & Camilla –