Mindful Reset: Embrace Restoration & Community in Portugal with Johnathon Holmes
Your TourHero
Johnathon is a Queer POC who aims to hold space that is inclusive, affirming, and accessible for students of all skill levels wishing to practice in a way that cultivates deeper self-awareness through focusing the attention on the body and breath. I believe the simplest practices can be the most transformative, growing our ability to pause and respond, rather than react. Linking breath and movement seems so simple, yet has such a profound effect when practiced with purpose. As a Nurse Practitioner, I’m also interested in how the regular practice of yoga can help my students cultivate physical, emotional, and spiritual health. My class is an expression of my love for playfulness and structure.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Sep 10 - 14, 2025
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 - 10
Transportation
Group airport transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
18+
Travel interest
Yoga & holistic healing, relaxation, nature, hiking, connection
Your Local Guide
Quinta Marugo's mission is to provide a holistic reset for the body, mind, and spirit, empowering individuals to lead more meaningful and fulfilled lives through inner transformation. By offering retreats in an exclusive and secluded natural paradise, they aim to help guests connect with their vision, purpose, and inner resources to make a positive impact in their environments – whether as leaders in corporations, society, or families. Quinta Marugo believes that everyone can contribute to bringing more peace, calm, and connection to the world.
Feeling overwhelmed by daily demands? Seeking to manage stress and prevent burnout? Are you looking to rediscover a sense of purpose? If so, this 5-day retreat in the Portuguese countryside was made for you.
Each day, engage in holistic practices like yoga, explore serene landscapes, enjoy refreshing swims, or simply unwind in peaceful solitude. With beautiful rooms and fresh, local food, you’ll have everything you need to truly unplug, disconnect, and restore.
Accept this invitation to step away from the hustle, embrace inner peace, and return home with renewed clarity and vitality. Book now and secure your spot today!
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for balance payment
If you cancel your trip on or before Jun 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM local time (GMT +1), you will get a refund of the remaining balance. This may or may not include the deposit amount. See deposit refund section above.
If you cancel your trip from Jun 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM local time (GMT +1) onwards, no refunds will be issued.
You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip disclaimer
To offer you the best deals and group rates, we need a minimum number of travelers to book this trip. If this number is not met, or an act of force majeure occurs, TourHero, the trip host, and the tour operator may make the call to cancel or reschedule. If the departure is canceled or rescheduled out of your control, you will be alerted by June 7, 2025 and will receive a full refund.
We recommend booking refundable flights/accommodations just in case. This protects you from losing your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, or any other cost associated with planning your trip.
Your TourHero
Johnathon is a Queer POC who aims to hold space that is inclusive, affirming, and accessible for students of all skill levels wishing to practice in a way that cultivates deeper self-awareness through focusing the attention on the body and breath. I believe the simplest practices can be the most transformative, growing our ability to pause and respond, rather than react. Linking breath and movement seems so simple, yet has such a profound effect when practiced with purpose. As a Nurse Practitioner, I’m also interested in how the regular practice of yoga can help my students cultivate physical, emotional, and spiritual health. My class is an expression of my love for playfulness and structure.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Sep 10 - 14, 2025
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 - 10
Transportation
Group airport transfers
Feeling overwhelmed by daily demands? Seeking to manage stress and prevent burnout? Are you looking to rediscover a sense of purpose? If so, this 5-day retreat in the Portuguese countryside was made for you.
Each day, engage in holistic practices like yoga, explore serene landscapes, enjoy refreshing swims, or simply unwind in peaceful solitude. With beautiful rooms and fresh, local food, you’ll have everything you need to truly unplug, disconnect, and restore.
Accept this invitation to step away from the hustle, embrace inner peace, and return home with renewed clarity and vitality. Book now and secure your spot today!
Timeline
- Day 1 · September 10, 2025 · Lisbon & Serpa
- Arrive at Lisbon Airport
- 1:00 pm: Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- Check-in at Quinta Marugo
- Free time
- 6:00 pm: Evening Practice (Slow Flow)
- 8:00 pm: Dinner
- Day 2 · September 11, 2025 · Vila de Frades & Serpa
- 8:00 am: Morning Practice
- 10:00 am: Breakfast
- Free time to explore and enjoy downtime/ massages for those who signed up
- 1:00 pm: Lunch
- 2:00 pm: Transfer to Vila de Frades
- 3:00 pm: Visit to the São Cucufate Roman ruins
- 4:00 pm: Tour and tasting at an amphora wine cellar
- 5:30 pm: Transfer back to accommodation
- 6:30 pm: Drop-off at accommodation
- 7:00 pm: Evening Practice (Flow and Restore)
- 8:00 pm: Dinner
- Day 3 · September 12, 2025 · Serpa
- 8:00 am: Morning Practice
- 10:00 am: Breakfast
- Free time to explore and enjoy downtime/ massages for those who signed up
- 1:00 pm: Lunch
- 2:30 pm: Hike
- 6:00 pm: Evening Practice (Yin/Restorative)
- 8:00 pm: Dinner
- 9:00 pm: Fire Pit
- Day 4 · September 13, 2025 · Serpa
- 8:00 am: Morning Practice
- 10:00 am: Breakfast
- Free time to explore and enjoy downtime/ massages for those who signed up
- 1:00 pm: Lunch
- 4:00 pm: Flow and Restore Practice
- 6:00 pm: Sound Bath
- 8:00 pm: Dinner
- 9:30 pm: Fire Pit
- Day 5 · September 14, 2025 · Departure
- 8:00 am: Final Group Practice and Meditation
- Breakfast and check out of accommodation
- 12:00 pm: Group transfer to Lisbon Airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1 · September 10, 2025
Unplug, disconnect, and relax in beautiful Portugal
-A warm welcome awaits in sunny Portugal. Upon your arrival at Lisbon Airport, our journey towards restoration and recalibration begins. At 1:00 pm, we'll depart as a group for Quinta Marugo, a serene wellbeing retreat nestled in an untouched region of the countryside.
-After checking into your comfortable room, enjoy some free time to unwind, explore the tranquil surroundings, or simply rest.
-At 6:00 pm, we'll come together for an Evening Practice featuring a Slow Flow session. This gentle movement will help ease travel fatigue and start the process of grounding your mind and body.
-The day concludes with a communal dinner, providing an opportunity to nourish yourself and connect with fellow participants as we set our intentions for the days ahead.
Day 2 · September 11, 2025
Embracing restoration
-Start your day with a revitalizing Morning Practice. This session is designed to awaken your body and mind, setting a peaceful and mindful tone for the day ahead.
-After, nourish yourself with a wholesome breakfast made from fresh, local ingredients.
-Fuel up with lunch then head out on a wine tour! We’ll explore the São Cucufate Roman ruins before we tour an old amphora wine cellar and enjoy a guided wine tasting.
-When we return to the property, we’ll meet up again at 7:00 pm for our Evening Practice featuring Flow and Restore. This session blends gentle, flowing movements with restorative poses, helping to release tension and promote inner harmony.
-As the day winds down, join us for a communal dinner. Share stories and insights with your fellow participants, strengthening the sense of community as we continue our collective journey towards restoration and renewal.
Day 3 · September 12, 2025
Deepening connections
-Begin your day with our Morning Practice, followed by a wholesome breakfast.
-The morning is yours to enjoy. Take this free time to swim in the refreshing waters, explore the serene surroundings of Quinta Marugo, or simply relax and unwind. For those who have signed up, soothing massages are available to deepen your relaxation and rejuvenation.
-We'll gather for lunch at 1:00 pm to prepare us for a guided hike through the stunning natural landscapes. This immersive experience offers an opportunity to connect with nature, reflect inwardly, and appreciate the unspoiled beauty that surrounds us.
-At 6:00 pm, we'll come together for an Evening Practice featuring Yin and Restorative techniques. This gentle session focuses on deep stretches and mindful relaxation, helping to release tension and cultivate inner peace.
-After dinner, we’ll conclude our day around the fire pit, sharing stories and strengthening our sense of community in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Day 4 · September 13, 2025
Immerse in renewal
-Our day begins with a rejuvenating Morning Practice, followed by breakfast and free time.
-At 4:00 pm, join us for a Flow and Restore Practice. This session combines dynamic movements with restorative poses, helping to enhance flexibility and promote inner balance.
-From here, immerse yourself in a soothing Sound Bath. This meditative experience uses harmonic vibrations to facilitate deep relaxation, allowing you to release tension and cultivate a sense of peace.
-When the sun is set, we’ll enjoy another delicious dinner followed by our last fire pit session. This is the time to reflect on our experiences and set new intentions for our journey home.
Day 5 · September 14, 2025
Final reflections and farewells
-Rise and shine on your final day here with a Closing Group Practice and Meditation. This session is an opportunity to integrate your experiences, solidify personal insights, and prepare your mind and body for the journey home.
-Enjoy a nourishing breakfast and take time to check out of your accommodation.
-At 12:00 pm, we'll depart as a group for the airport. As our journey concludes, carry forward the peace and balance cultivated at Quinta Marugo, embracing a renewed sense of purpose and well-being in your daily life. Safe travels!
Accommodation
Quinta Marugo
Quinta Marugo is a wellbeing retreat center and boutique hotel nestled in an untouched region of Serpa, Portugal. Surrounded by unspoiled nature across 30 hectares of secluded beauty, it offers a peaceful escape to reconnect with your purpose and revitalize your mind and body. The retreat features ten unique ensuite rooms, each designed to provide the utmost comfort and tranquility. Amenities include a massage room, wellness pagoda with props, delectable local dining experience at the on-site restaurant, swimming pool, fire pit arena, and so much more. Room type: Double occupancy. Room configuration: Twin beds.
Included
4 nights at Quinta Marugo
Double occupancy in accommodation
All meals
1 group arrival airport transfer
1 group departure airport transfer
All activities as listed in itinerary
Not included
All flights
All meals & drinks not mentioned in inclusions
Personal expenses not stipulated
Optional add-ons
Gratuities
FAQ
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Please check the cancellation policy section on this itinerary page for specific details.
Will TourHero or the operator take care of my visa (if applicable)?
Travelers are responsible for researching visa requirements and obtaining a visa if needed. Please check government websites to ensure you have the necessary documents, along with passport requirements, before your departure date. This includes necessary transit visas, permits, and vaccinations required prior to travel and any required reciprocity fees for the destination. TourHero will provide a booking confirmation document after purchase, which may be needed to obtain a visa.
If your visa is denied for any reason, TourHero will issue a refund based on the cancellation policy. However, we are unable to provide a refund after the cancellation due date has passed.
Do I need a passport for this trip?
A full and valid passport is required for all persons traveling to any destination outside of one’s home country. Most international tours require a passport that's valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled end of your itinerary. TourHero will not issue refunds based on passport issues such as renewals or lost passports.
What's included in the price?
Please check the inclusion and exclusion sections above. You'll find information about included meals, transfers, flights, and activities. If you have any questions or need support, please contact hello@tourhero.com.
Available add-on
Deep Tissue Massage: 1 hour
Price: USD 106
Sold out
Craniosacral therapy: 1 hour
Price: USD 106
Sold out
Tibetan Bowl massage: 1 hour
Price: USD 106
Sold out
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for balance payment
If you cancel your trip on or before Jun 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM local time (GMT +1), you will get a refund of the remaining balance. This may or may not include the deposit amount. See deposit refund section above.
If you cancel your trip from Jun 8, 2025 at 12:00 AM local time (GMT +1) onwards, no refunds will be issued.
You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip disclaimer
To offer you the best deals and group rates, we need a minimum number of travelers to book this trip. If this number is not met, or an act of force majeure occurs, TourHero, the trip host, and the tour operator may make the call to cancel or reschedule. If the departure is canceled or rescheduled out of your control, you will be alerted by June 7, 2025 and will receive a full refund.
We recommend booking refundable flights/accommodations just in case. This protects you from losing your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, or any other cost associated with planning your trip.
- Let the healing frequencies of the universe remind you who you are during a magical sound bath. - Unsplash: Kitera Dent
- Add-on: 1-hour massage - Unsplash: Toa Heftiba
- Tour a local winery and enjoy a delectable wine tasting experience. - Unsplash: Rodrigo Abreu
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- Welcome to beautiful Quinta Marugo. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Come together in the stunning pagoda for an evening session. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Rise with the sun, starting each day on your mat. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Pamper yourself with a massage (or two). - Quinta Marugo
- Relax by the natural pool. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Close out the night under the stars in the Arena with a roaring fire. - Quinta Marugo
- Enjoy a group hike around the property. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Choose from an array of massages to help you truly relax. - Quinta Marugo
- Gather for a delightful welcome dinner to get to know your group. - Facebook: Quinta Marugo
- Add-on: Craniosacral therapy (1 hour) - Produtora Midtrack
- Add-on: Tibetan Bowl massage (1 hour) - Thirdman
- Go back in time at the São Cucufate Roman ruins. - Carole Raddato