Hiking & Hot Yoga in The Azores
June 8-13, 2026
Join YuMee and Michelle for a hiking and Hot Yoga retreat on Terceira Island in the Azores. This five-night retreat will take you off the tourist track and connect you to an enchanting land defined by dramatic landscapes, breathtaking whale watching opportunities, and world class hiking. Your retreat will be built around twice daily Hot Yoga classes; epic hiking excursions; healthy, gourmet meals; and plenty of free time to explore the rugged coastline, visit the island’s historic towns, or simply enjoy the heated pool and spa circuit. Geared towards lovers of active travel, this retreat adventure will enliven your senses, nurture your heart and invoke a sense of deep appreciation for the gifts of nature.
DATES AND ITINERARY
ARRIVE on Monday June 8, 2026. Brunch is served at 10 am so please choose an early arrival.
DEPART on Saturday June 13, 2026 by 11 am.
Typical DAILY SCHEDULE
Morning yoga and meditation in a heated studio
Brunch
Free time for guided hikes, sightseeing excursions, spa visits, or sweet nothing
Late afternoon yoga in a heated studio
Dinner
INCLUDES
• Five-night stay
• All meals, including an off-site dinner to sample local dishes
• Twice daily hot yoga and meditation instruction. Use of premium mats and props
• Use of sauna and Turkish bath
• A guided cliffside hike
• In-room wifi and organic toiletries
• Complimentary load of laundry
• Shuttle service to and from TER airport
• All fees and taxes
DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Airfare to and from TER airport
• Travel and medical insurance
• Massages
• Optional excursions (including whale/dolphin watching, canyoneering, visit to Angra do Heroismo)
• Alcohol
• Gratuities
ROOMS AND RATES
Prices are per person and include all fees and taxes. All prices are shown in Canadian Dollars.
Shared room (one of two twin beds or half a shared queen bed): $2950 CAD
Single room (a queen bed all to yourself): $3950 CAD
HOW TO BOOK
To inquire about room availability, please contact us via this e-mail link.
My travel agent, Michelle Corbeil of TravelOnly will handle your registration and payment as per the Travel Industry Council of Ontario requirements. Your spot will be confirmed with a $1000 CAD non-refundable deposit payable directly to TravelOnly. Your balance is due no later than March 3, 2026.
We strongly urge you to obtain trip interruption & cancellation insurance as deposits are non-refundable.
GETTING THERE
Book an international flight to Angra do Heroismo (TER). SATA has an affordable direct flight from Toronto Pearson that arrives just after 7 am on June 8, 2026.
The retreat venue is a short 15 minute drive from the airport. Your airport shuttles are included.
If you are traveling beforehand, please do your best to arrive in time for brunch at 10 am and certainly no later than 3 pm. We will provide driving directions for those who choose to make their own way.
YOUR INSTRUCTORS
YuMee Chung - Retreat Leader (she/her) E-RYT-500 YACEP is a former securities lawyer who left a busy practice to engage more deeply with life. More than 25 years later, she is a card carrying yoga nerd, movement educator, writer, retreat leader, and mother of cats.
Known for her uplifting, breath-driven classes and intelligent, organic sequencing, she is a kind-hearted and relatable teacher who communicates about the most subtle and nuanced parts of the yogic journey with clarity and grace. Students can expect an impeccable practice that strikes a sweet balance between spirit and sweat.
Michelle Corbeil - Retreat Leader and Certified Travel Adviser (she/her) is a senior yoga instructor, big sister, social activist and owner of Modo Yoga Danforth. She’s well into the second decade of her teaching career and loving every moment. Friends and students will warn you about Michelle’s infectious laugh and big heart. She one of those unique souls who cares deeply about life and she’s not afraid to show it. The desire to learn, grow and stretch beyond old ideas is what makes life interesting, according to Michelle. She values and honours all her teachers and she acknowledges that she stands on the shoulders of those who she has studied with.