Are You Thinking of Hosting a Retreat?

If you’re dreaming of hosting a retreat in Kos — yoga, fitness, mental health, creativity, painting, breathwork… whatever your magic is — you’re probably feeling two things at once:

• Excited about the transformation you want to create for your guests

• Slightly overwhelmed by the logistics (and the responsibility that comes with them)

  
  

Because the truth is: running a retreat isn’t just about choosing a beautiful hotel and planning a gorgeous schedule.

It’s about creating something that feels effortless for your guests — while making sure every moving part behind the scenes is safe, legal, and properly organised.

That’s exactly why we created the Evexia Retreat Planning Service.

Why Kos is perfect for retreats

I’m biased, of course — but Kos really does have that rare mix of ease and magic that makes retreats work.

1) It’s easy to get to

For most guests, the journey matters more than you think. Kos is straightforward to reach (especially from the UK and Europe in season), which means:

• Less travel stress

• Fewer complicated connections

• More energy saved for the actual retreat experience

  
  

2) The location naturally supports a “reset”

Kos has a softness to it. The light, the sea air, the open skies — it invites people to exhale.

It’s the kind of place where guests start sleeping better within a day or two, where morning movement feels natural, and where the pace of life helps people come back to themselves.

3) Beaches that do half the work for you

Let’s be honest: a beautiful beach changes everything.

Kos has stretches of sand and clear water that feel instantly calming — perfect for:

• Sunrise walks

• Post-session swims

• Beach mindfulness

• That simple, powerful feeling of being held by nature

  
  

4) Unique experiences that elevate a retreat (without it feeling “busy”)

One of the biggest challenges when planning a retreat is finding the right balance: enough variety to feel special, but not so much that it becomes exhausting.

Kos makes this easy. Depending on your retreat style, we can build in experiences like:

• Biking routes for all levels (from gentle coastal rides to more challenging days)

• Guided hikes with proper local knowledge (so it feels safe, scenic, and well-paced)

• Cooking classes that bring Greek food culture to life

• Cheese-making and bread-making experiences that feel genuinely local

…plus plenty of space for rest, integration, and unstructured time.

5) The Hippocrates connection (and the deeper meaning)

Kos isn’t just beautiful — it’s historically meaningful.

It’s the island of Hippocrates, often called the father of modern medicine. There’s something powerful about hosting a wellness retreat in a place so closely linked to healing, balance, and the roots of holistic health.

And for guests who love a deeper layer, Kos offers a beautiful opportunity to weave in learning too — from the island’s connection to herbs, traditional remedies, and the idea of healing as a whole-person practice.

For the right retreat theme, this adds depth — not as a gimmick, but as a quiet thread that guests can feel.

The part most hosts don’t realise (until it’s too late)

Here’s something important — especially if you’re a British retreat host:

You actually need to be a registered tour operator/travel agent to package and sell certain elements of a retreat.

This is where we can cover that element for you — because we are registered.

So when you host your retreat with Evexia, you’re not just getting “help with planning”… you’re getting support that protects you, your guests, and your business.

What we do (so you can focus on what you do best)

When you work with us, we take the weight of planning off your shoulders — the parts that drain your energy and distract you from your purpose.

We help you plan a retreat in Kos that’s:

• Beautifully curated (venues, experiences, flow)

• Smoothly organised (transfers, schedules, suppliers)

• Locally connected (the right people, the right prices, the right fit)

• Meticulously handled (details checked, options compared, bookings coordinated)

  
  

That means you can focus on:

• Your programme

• Your guests

• The energy you’re holding

• The transformation you’re there to facilitate

  
  

Local knowledge makes all the difference

Kos is a special island — and like anywhere in Greece, the best experiences often come through relationships.

Because we live here and work locally, we can:

• Secure excellent rates

• Access exclusive venues and trusted suppliers

• Recommend activities that truly elevate the retreat (not just “tourist add-ons”)

  
  

From guided hikes and private tours, to water sports, bicycle hire, and those little touches that make guests say, “I didn’t even know I needed this.”

And yes — we can also arrange:

• Airport transfers

• Private transport

• Additional instructors (if you want to expand your offering)

  
  

Why hosts choose our Retreat Planning Service

We built this service to be clear, supportive, and transparent.

Here’s what hosts love most:

• No hidden costs — you pay for our expertise, with no inflated vendor pricing

• Unlimited quotes — as many accommodation/vendor options as you need

• Tailored to your retreat vision — choose a tier that fits what you’re creating

• Seamless process — we handle the bookings, but you pay vendors directly for full transparency

• A more profitable approach — we share structure and insights so your retreat can thrive financially, not just spiritually

  
  

Service options (choose the level of support you need)

Our retreat planning service is designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re planning your very first retreat or refining something more premium.

Tier 1: Accommodation & Transfers — €300

Perfect if you want the foundations handled properly, with the confidence that your venue and guest logistics are sorted.

Tier 2: Accommodation, Transfers & Activities — €500

Ideal if you want a more “complete” retreat experience with curated add-ons — without spending weeks sourcing and comparing suppliers.

Tier 3: Full Retreat Strategy & Support — €1000

For hosts who want the full picture: logistics, experience design, and strategic support to create something exceptional.

Important: The planning fee covers our expertise and services. It does not include the cost of accommodation, transfers, activities, catering, or other retreat expenses. Those costs are provided in your customised quotes.

We’ll coordinate the bookings — and you’ll pay vendors directly.

What’s included in every package

Each package includes:

• A 30-minute initial consultation to understand your retreat vision

• A downloadable guide on how to create a profitable retreat

• A discounted listing on Retreats in Greece (so you can be discovered by the right guests)

  
  

If you’re not ready yet (but you’re serious)

If you’re still in the “dreaming and sketching” stage, you can start with our guide:

How to Create and Deliver a Successful & Profitable Retreat: Your Ultimate Guide

It’s a step-by-step roadmap to planning, promoting, and delivering a retreat that transforms lives and makes financial sense.

And if you do decide to work with us, you’ll receive the guide free as part of the Retreat Planning Service.

Ready to bring your retreat to life?

If you want to host a retreat in Kos that feels effortless for your guests — and supported, compliant, and professionally organised for you — let’s talk.

• Book a discovery call:  https://www.evexia-kos.com/retreat-planning-service 

• Or email:  evexia.kos@gmail.com 

  
  

Warm regards, Gilly