Mystical Crete

Tuesday 16th June 2026 - Tuesday 23rd June 2026

For eight transformative days, we gather in the cradle of modern civilisation, the island of the Great Goddess, Crete, to discover a place as diverse and majestic as no other, and let myth enter our lives.

Together, we will:
● Explore ancient Greek philosophy as a guide to self-discovery and resilience
● Walk among sacred ruins, caves, and landscapes that hold centuries of wisdom
● Connect with our inner selves through rituals, reflection, and mindful practices
● Connect more deeply with the Divine Feminine within.
● Laugh, share, and grow in the company of like-minded people

This retreat is a journey of Divine Feminine Awakening - surrender, joy, and the courage to live in radiant truth.

What to Expect

This June 2026, join us for 8 days in Crete, where the crystal waters of the Mediterranean Sea meet the timeless spirit of the Goddess. This retreat is not just for renewal, but for a whole new version of you to be born - by opening to the Divine Feminine, surrendering to joy, and rediscovering pleasure as a sacred path. Here, you will reconnect with your creative essence, soften into flow, and celebrate the beauty of being fully alive in the present moment.

Our days will begin in sacred circle with meditation, prayer, and intention-setting, attuning to the energy of each place before we walk the land and enter its stories through myth and inner connection; under the summer sun and by the crystal waters of the Mediterranean Sea we will swim, laugh, sing, and dance, while evenings invite sharing, yoga, breathwork, journaling, and joyful circles that celebrate creativity, joy, and the simple delight of being human.

SAVE YOUR SEAT!

Tour Schedule

16 June 2026

Day 01

· 15:00 Minoan Theater Show
· 17:00 Minoan Inspired Dinner
· 19:00 Opening circle with intention‑setting and introductory practices.
· 21:00 Rest and recharge

17 June 2026

Day 02

· 06:00 Sunrise meditation and somatic practice at the Sanctuary of Zeus Thenatas.
· 08:00 Breakfast
· 09:00 Pottery-making workshop
· 10:00 Drive to Knossos for a guided visit of the Minoan archaeological site with a professional tour guide.
· 13:00 Drive to Lentas in South Crete.
· 14:30 Traditional Greek Lunch.
· 18:00 Rest and Restore, or beach time in Dyskos/Dytikos
· 20:00 Dinner
· 21:00 Rest and unwind

18 June 2026

Day 03

· 07:00 Somatic Practice and Morning Meditation
· 08:00 Breakfast
· 08:30 Visit the Asclepieion in Lentas (ancient Levina).
· 11:00 Boat trip from Lentas to Trafoulas (Trahoulas) beach and canyon, where ley lines converge at a cave known for its potent healing energy. Healing meditation on site, followed by beach time.
· 14:30 Return to Lentas by boat
· 15:00 Traditional Greek lunch
· 16:00 Free time, Relax
· 19:00 Visit the possible ruins of the Sanctuary of Artemis in Lentas, followed by a sharing circle.
· 20:00 Light Dinner
· 21:00 Rest and unwind

19 June 2026

Day 04

· 07:00 Morning meditation and Somatic Work.
· 08:00 Sharing circle and reflection on the day’s Dream Oracle visit.
· 08:30 Breakfast
· 09:30 Boat trip to Tripiti beach and canyon, home to a powerful Dream Oracle cave and the ruins of a 3,000 BC Minoan settlement.
· 14:30 We’ll enjoy a meal at a beautiful, small local taverna nestled inside the canyon.
· 16:00 Return to Lentas
· 17:00 Drive to village Kapetaniana, to stay at the hotel Thalori.
· 19:00 Evening circle and meditation
· 20:00 Dinner
· 21:00 Rest and unwind

20 June 2026

Day 05

· 06:00 Drive to the Cave of Hermes Kranaios (also known as the Cave of Pan) to attune to its energy. We will spend part of the day inside the cave, practicing meditation, energy work, and somatic exploration.
· 08:30 Breakfast (at the cave)
· 14:30 Lunch
· 16:00 Rest and Restore, Free time
· 18:00 Sharing circle, integration time, energy practices
· 20:00 Dinner
· 21:00 Rest and unwind

21 June 2026

Day 06

· 05:00 Early morning hike to the Asterousia Mountain Range to climb to the top. This sacred summit was a ceremonial portal in ancient times. Near the top is a mysterious hole in the ground where, according to legend, offerings were cast and re-emerged from another opening at the sea. Before reaching the top, there is a sanctuary to visit. Summer Solstice Ceremony
· 09:00 Breakfast
· 10:00 Drive to Tsoutsouras, rest and restore
· 14:00 Traditional Greek Lunch
· 18:00 Sharing circle, integration time, energy practices
· 20:00 Dinner
· 21:00 Rest and unwind

22 June 2026

Day 07

· 07:00 Morning meditation and Somatic Work.
· 08:00 Breakfast
· 09:00 Visit the Santuary of Hermes and Aphrodite (it is closed, so we will enter discreetly - only with everyone’s agreement). This temple was active for nearly 3,000 years (2000 BC – 700 AD). Bring water bottles, a spring inside flows with highly charged, energised water.
· 12:00 Walk to the Crater of Rhea, nearby, filled with crystals from an ancient meteorite impact that once destroyed a city below.
· 14:30 Traditional Greek Lunch
· 16:00 Free afternoon. Option to swim to the cool-water spring in a sea cave in Tsoutsouras if conditions allow.
· 19:00 Sharing circle
· 20:00 Dinner

23 June 2026

Day 08

· 07:00 Morning meditation and Somatic Work.
· 08:00 Closing Circle
· 10:00 Breakfast
· 12:00 Drive to Herakleion

A few words about your Guide

Marianna Tsili was born and raised in Athens, Greece - a land where mythology, history, and spirit still breathe through the mountains, seas, and ancient stones. From a young age, she felt a deep connection to the archetypal energies of her homeland and the invisible threads that link myth with the soul.

Her path weaves together cultural studies, writing, and spiritual practice with a calling to create experiences that awaken remembrance. As the founder of Mystical Greece, Marianna guides seekers through sacred landscapes not only as a traveler’s journey, but as an initiation into inner transformation.

Her work blends mythic storytelling, archetypal wisdom, energy practices, meditation, and somatic exploration, always with an emphasis on presence, observation, and embodied integration. For her, ancient sites are mirrors - reflecting the parts of ourselves that long to be seen and reclaimed.

In this retreat, Marianna brings her love for Crete, her sensitivity to the unseen, and her ability to hold safe, transformative space. Her deepest intention is to help participants listen to the land, reconnect with the wisdom within, and awaken their own inner feminine essence, regardless of gender.

Practical Information

Price

Shared Double Room: €1.650 (VAT incl.)

Single Room: €2.100 (VAT incl.)

Deposit: €600 (refundable until a month before the retreat)

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Price Includes

✔ Accommodation
✔ All Transport within Crete
✔ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Entrance fees to sites
✔ Minoan Meal
✔ Minoan Theater play
✔ Professional Tourist Guide for Knossos visit
✔ Boat rides
✔ Ceramic Workshop
✔ Hiking Guide
✔ Ceremonies and all guided practices
✔ Ancient greek wisdom transmissions

Price Does Not Include

✘ International flights to/from Greece
✘ Travel insurance (mandatory)
✘ Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, shopping, etc.)
✘ Optional activities not listed in the program