Small-group yoga retreat combining morning and evening yoga sessions with guided hikes in the Icelandic highlands. Held in a converted farmhouse near Landmannalaugar with geothermal bathing and plant-based meals.
Áslaug Yoga Retreat is based in a converted farmhouse near Landmannalaugar in Iceland's central highlands, a region known for its rhyolite mountains and natural hot springs. The setting is a small-group retreat compound rather than a hotel spa: the farmhouse has been adapted with a dedicated yoga studio, shared lounge, and simple guest rooms, with the highland landscape as the backdrop for daily practice. The signature format pairs two yoga sessions a day, one at sunrise and one in the evening, with guided hikes through the surrounding highland trails during the day, and access to nearby geothermal bathing pools for recovery after hiking. Yoga instruction covers Hatha and restorative styles suited to guests arriving tired from travel or hiking, led by instructors trained in Icelandic outdoor retreat settings rather than a single named studio brand. Meals are plant-based and prepared communally from local and Icelandic ingredients, served in the farmhouse's shared dining room. Facilities are intentionally simple: a yoga studio, a common room with a wood stove, shared or twin guest rooms, and outdoor access to a geothermal bathing spot rather than an on-site spa pool. Booking is by full retreat package covering the 3-to-7-day stay, meals, yoga, and guided hikes together, rather than by individual session, and spots are limited given the small farmhouse capacity.
| Price | $800-2,000 |
|---|---|
| Session length | 3-7 days |
Treatments
- Hatha yoga
- Restorative yoga
- Guided highland hiking
- Geothermal hot-spring bathing
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Iceland.
Highlights
- Converted highland farmhouse near Landmannalaugar
- Twice-daily yoga: sunrise and evening sessions
- Guided hikes through rhyolite mountain trails
- Geothermal hot-spring bathing after hikes
- Plant-based communal meals from Icelandic ingredients
Tips for visiting
- Pack layered hiking clothes since highland weather changes quickly
- Book the full retreat package in advance; capacity is limited to a small group
- Bring a reusable water bottle for the guided hikes
- Yoga mats are provided, but personal props can be brought if preferred
- The retreat is alcohol-free and phone use is discouraged during sessions
When to visit
The retreat runs during the highland's accessible summer season, roughly June through September, when Landmannalaugar's mountain roads are open.
Accessibility
The farmhouse and highland trails involve uneven terrain and are not well suited to wheelchair users; guests with mobility concerns should contact the retreat directly before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Is prior yoga experience required?
No, sessions are Hatha and restorative style suited to a range of experience levels, including beginners.
What is included in the retreat price?
Accommodation, plant-based meals, twice-daily yoga, and guided hikes are included in the package price.
How is the farmhouse different from a hotel spa?
It is a small, shared retreat house without a spa treatment menu, focused on yoga, hiking, and natural hot-spring bathing rather than bodywork.