Balance Yoga & Adventure Retreat: Slow Bloom in Vietnam

Phu Quoc, Vietnam

BR
3 reviews
Mar 16 - 26, 2025
Group size: 1 - 18
Balance Yoga & Adventure Retreat: Slow Bloom in Vietnam
Phu Quoc, Vietnam

3 reviews

Mar 16 - 26, 2025
Group size: 1 - 18

About this trip

"Your heart knows the way; run in that direction" 

              

                                                                        -Rumi



Welcome to the mystical world of self-care and soulful exploration!


We are excited to invite you on a transformative journey to the tropical and adventurous, Vietnam.  Here, sun-bathing and cloud chasing meets nurturing nature, along-side a vibrant culture. 


Our international retreat are dedicated to empowering your mind, body, and spirit.... we design them exclusively for adventurous souls, like yours. If you crave a blissful blend of yoga, travel, & spiritual connection, we can't wait to explore with you. 


Imagine waking up to the rhythmic sounds of beach waves & tropical morning bird songs, surrounded by lush tropical landscapes & the soothing embrace of a supportive community. 


From MARCH 16, 2025- MARCH 26, 2025, our immersive retreat promises to nourish your soul, deepen your yoga practice, and awaken your intuition.


Together, we will delve into the art of self-care, sharing powerful techniques to restore your energy, nurture your spirit, & mindfully practice self-love.


You will leave Vietnam equipped with invaluable tools to navigate your daily life with confidence & grace.


Most people only dream of travel, but we are here helping dreams come true!  With our expansive knowledge and experience, we make it as effortless and safe as possible so that you can enjoy your surroundings and spend time getting to know the best side of you again!  Not only do you get to explore somewhere new but for many we are reintroduced to ourselves. 


Let's face it, sometimes a busy life can be pretty tedious. Let us guide you somewhere you've never been before physically, mentally & spiritually.  


Now is your opportunity to bring more inner peace into your life with new memories, new friends and new places.  You are fully supported and guided from the beginning to the end (always.) 


Once you reserve your spot you will be included on our Zoom calls to stay up to date and have all your questions answered. This is also a fun time to meet some of those you will travel with.  


This retreat has been co-created with love by a dynamic DUO.  We came together in friendship and in service to others. We each carry a set of strengths that bring out the best in us, for you!  



IN A NUTSHELL 


Anna Leona  is a world traveler, photographer & yoga teacher. Along with her many other talents you will soon learn.  She is a self-proclaimed explorer and lives months away from her home & businesses to travel, living with the locals and absorbing their culture. She guides people to empower themselves through functional habits rooted from indigenous & natural cultures. She is a 500+ hour RYT and soon to be Pilates guide.  She continues to expand her practice throughout experience.  She will be encouraging growth through good habits during this retreat. Anna Leona has a tendency to make the best out of every situation. 


Angela has traveled around the earth a couple times both for leisure and as a leader.  Her international travels started in 1993 when she traveled the summer abroad staying no more then a couple nights in one locations. That gift gave her insight and knowing that she HAD to see more and bring others with her. She has 4 yoga studios and has been teaching and leading retreats since 2008.  Her passion is learning about others and helping them to see their dreams and goals come to fruition.  If you tell her your deep rooted desires, she will most definitely push you into your passions, and help you see your worth. Angela has a tendency to bring out the best in others. 



MORE DETAILS


Community building and connection will be a significant part of this retreat.  We will grow to know each other, ourselves and the locals.  You will have plenty of opportunity to venture off on your own, or sit in silence, enjoying a book.  Please do know that much of the retreat is designed to curate friendships that simply can not be forged in an every day living.  


Anna Leona and Angela can not wait to know, share, and explore Vietnam with you.   We have the gift and opportunity to utilize native friendships to bring us this authentic experiences.


This is not your average retreat.  


We will arrive and gather for our first meeting at a  tropical eco-luxury resort, on the island of 

Phu Quoc in Vietnam.


Here, we will begin our journey. 


We will spend time together in natural surroundings; exploring introspectively while expanding outward into the island for adventure, culture, & new foods!


After the island experience we will make our way to Northern Vietnam, to the Pu Luong Nature Reserve.  Here we will forest bath, explore caves, & chase waterfalls in the sub-tropical forest.  


We will visit cultural villages and experience the liveliness of the bustling cities, all while utilizing yoga to learn more about ourselves, all of this together.


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While in Vietnam, You Will Experience:

-Daily Yoga practice  

-Meditation & Journaling

-Vietnamese Food 

-Phu Quoc Island

-Beach Life

-Mountain Experience 

-Pu Luong Nature Reserve

-Introspective time

-Adventure

-New friendships

-Optional Cruise Ha Long Bay


 

We will experience a daily yoga practice, yoga philosophy, exotic adventures, talkative nights, and quiet mornings. 


At the end of the retreat, we are able to offer an optional 3-Day Cruise through Ha Long Bay.  


We have separated this from the main retreat because it lengthens the retreat by a minimum of 4 days.  Our retreats are both extremely affordable & at a comfortable length when including travel time to and from the US.  The optional excursion is for those that have more flexibility and are able to invest extra time & resources. 


This is not your average yoga retreat, because we understand it is unique we have options available . 


Payments plans are optional & deposits are non-refundable.  

TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS & ASSISTANCE

WE RECOMMEND BOOKING ONE WAY TICKETS. 

(There is no discount for buying them all together & with experience we have learned it is better pricing. You will also have more control over your arrival/departure times)


FLY TO PHU QUOC AIRPORT, FINAL DESTINATION: 

-Your home city of departure to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) Final destination. 


-Your home city to Ho Chi Minh (SGN) as a connection & then to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)


Arrive on 3/16/25 - earlier the better. Check-In @3:00pm


TO NOTE: At the moment, the only direct flight from the US to Ho Chi Minh (SGN), is through San Francisco on Vietnam Airlines. 

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DEPARTURE is from NOI BAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (HAN): 

-Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to your home city. 


DEPART on 3/26/24 after 11:00am 


OPTIONAL TRAVEL EXTENTION:  Continue on with a cruise and buy your return tickets a few days later. 


We will have our first ZOOM meeting to answer questions and assist with bookings before 

Nov 1, until then please reach out to Anna or Angela. 


Depending on when you book it should be around $1200-$1400 RT


Once you arrive at the resort, your transportation to all organized excursions are included, including flight to Hanoi. Bookings before 12/31/2024 receive paid domestic airfare between 

Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. All bookings after 1/1/2025 will require the additional cost for that flight. 

 

Breakfasts will be included.


For Lunch & Dinner, there are too many options available for us to chose for you.  Dining is available at the resort restaurants, with the street food vendors & as well as convenient delivery when and if you feel like it.  Part of the experience is to explore your palate and enjoy what you love often and while you can. 




What’s included

  • Lodging
    Eco-Luxury Beach Villas (Shared or Solo) & Private-Pool Villas (Shared or Solo)
  • Lodging
    Sub-Tropical Mountain Eco-Resort (Shared)
  • Daily Yoga Practice
    Yoga Flows, Knowledge & Lifestyle
  • Daily Meditations
    Find stillness and receive the gifts of meditation. (No experience necessary)
  • Hike
    Explore the national park on the island reconnecting to our source
  • Daily Guidance
    You will have ample time to explore on your own or with your new friends. We will assist you with transportation & any recommendations needed. You'll be supported as much or as little as you'd like.
  • Domestic Flight
    Bookings before 12/31/2024 receive paid domestic airfare between Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi. All bookings after 1/1/2025 will require the additional cost for that flight.

What’s not included

  • Airfare
    From US to/from Vietnam
  • Meals
    Vietnam is extremely affordable and full of options. It would be easy to make this all inclusive, but we want you to have the freedom to eat what you like, as often as you like, and when you like.
  • Domestic Airfare
    Domestic Transfer (PQC-HAN) if booked after 12/31/2024.

Available Packages

Vietnam 2025- 11 DAY- Adventure & Yoga
Deposit:$500
Available until January 31, 2025

Imagine yourself waking up to the sounds of exotic birdsongs and palm trees swaying in the breeze... now lets manifest this and take action! 


This yoga retreat includes eco-luxury resorts, infamous beach explorations, mountain adventures, cloud chasing, healing time, yoga, speciality classes & so much more.  


It does not include airfare or food.  Although there are some yummy surprises along the way <3

$3,550
Deposit:$500

Available options

Retreat Extension - Ha Long Cruise
$499
Available until December 31, 2024
Deposit: $100

Multi-Day: Private Charter Cruise or Luxury Shared Cruise, through the infamous Ha Long Bay. 


Long Bay is renowned for its breathtaking seascape of nearly 2,000 limestone karsts and islets of various shapes and sizes.  


These formations rise dramatically from emerald-green waters, creating a surreal and almost other world landscape. 


Famous movies like; "Tomorrow Never Dies"(1997), "Pan" (2015), and "Kong-Skull Island" (2017) all used the Ha Long Bay for its dramatic backdrop.


We will island hop, visit caves, swim, snorkel, and practice Thai chi; all together, in the peacefully moving cruise-liner, through the beautiful Ha Long Bay.

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-This fee includes all transportation from the retreat to the cruise pier.  


-The cruise includes set food, activities, and also has options to purchase snacks and drinks. 


-This does not include transportation after the cruise has ended. 

Upgrade- Private Bungalow
$1,100
Available until January 31, 20255 left
Deposit: $200

For those looking for a upgraded experience, enjoy a private bungalow. 


This fee includes 5 nights of upgrade on the island of Phu Quoc.   (5 Days)  


Upgrade- Private Bungalow
$770
Available until December 31, 2024
Deposit: $200

 

For those looking for a upgraded experience, enjoy a private bungalow. 

This fee includes 3 nights of upgrade in the Northern Mountains.   (4 Days)  


Itinerary

1: Welcome To Vietnam
CHECK-IN & CHILL

SUNDAY <MARCH 16, 2025> 


Today we meet in Vietnam. 

You finally made it, let your custom adventures begin!


Remember, you just traveled by 

plane, boat & automobile

thru exotic, bustling cities, sparkling waters…


THAT IS YOUR YOGA FOR THE DAY. 


 “Go with the flow.” Your senses will be alert and alive. 

You may have practiced patience, gratitude & non-attachment.


Villa Check-in at 4:00pm. 

Welcome Reception at dusk.

  

Relax and unwind. Let's break bread together (or scoop rice.) 


You will have an option to order take out or grab a bite on the streets.  

(We will share a menu during one of our pre-view online ZOOMS)


We designed it this way so we can stay in or close enough to enjoy our new outdoor dining space and get to know our new friends.  Some of our guest may need to shower and rest.  Both options are best and you can chose once you get there. 


 You have flexibility and are are fully supported and provided for. 



(Photo: King Bed GB Resort & Spa)

Your Organizer


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Balance Retreats
3 reviews
Anna Leona is a yoga teacher and culture photographer. She spends most of her time abroad working with various cultures & environmental movements. Angela founded multiple yoga studies in the PNW and continues to nourish and guide yogis from around the world to follow their hearts & dreams.

Reviews

Anna and Angela truly made this experience beyond anything I could have imagined. There was an activity for the group to do every day and still left room for alone time. I felt there was a good balance of yoga, adventuring, relaxing and solo time incorporated into our plans. I felt completely comfortable telling Anna anything, which is important when in a different country far away from home. There was absolutely a no judgment vibe to all our interactions. I am so proud of Anna for all of the traveling they have done and how they are choosing to share it with others. I will absolutely be joining the next retreat. :)
By Ruby W for Warm up this Winter in Thailand: Relax, Rejuvenate, & Balance on Feb 22, 2023
I’m gonna cry. Thank you for sharing that. I enjoyed our time so much 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
By Balance Retreats on Mar 19, 2023
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We did so many things someone said Im here for first’s and that’s what happened, Thailand is a beautiful place with beautiful people, we stayed at hotels , treehouse, boathouse, villa, we seen elephants, jungle hike, lunar beach party, scuba diving and did so many other things, This was a Yoga Retreat Vacation, but not like hot yoga I’m used to one hour in the hot room physical workout, instead it was more mental type of workout not as much physical, being quiet, relaxing, no talking, no judgement, just hearing listening finding our the inner peace that’s within ourselves, our own individual meditation, we had a variety of instructors who specialize in their Yoga who helped take us to that place in our mind, after we had our adventure and good times, I’m grateful for traveling with eight lovely ladies on this amazing journey and thank you to Canna and Angela for making everyone feel so special and creating this magical wonderful experience for us in Thailand!
By Benedict V for Warm up this Winter in Thailand: Relax, Rejuvenate, & Balance on Feb 21, 2023
Thank you Ben! We are so freaking lucky to have you on the team. Our time together was, and always is amazing 😻
By Balance Retreats on Mar 19, 2023
BR
A beautifully, orchestrated, adventure! We traveled through the Jungle, accross the the water, and to the islands via taxis, vans, planes, boats.... whew! We laughed, we mediated, did yoga, ate great food and experienced the culture close up and personal, from Temples to Beach Parties! The accomodations ranged from tree houses in the jungle, to a floating resort and a swanky villa! THE ELEPHANTS...had me at "hello"..... love!!!! Anna is a lovely hostess, very helpful, accommodating and knowledgable and happy to answer questions. She is sweet and "Hippy Chic" and has a very welcoming vibe. She takes time to undertand the culture and the area. Angela is supportive, helpful and knowledgable as well in the surroundings and the culture; she takes time to answer questions and is a lot of fun too! There were a mix of ladies and one gent (bless is heart). Would I do it again? ABSOLUTELY!! The ladies deliver and awesome adventure. Be ready...to experience many, "FIRSTS". Be open to new experiences. Side note, you do not have to be an expert at Yoga.. I am not, but I do enjoy. If you have never done Yoga, don't be intimidated, there is no judgement. I am flexible with little balance. Everyone is doing their own pace. Safe Travels, Kimberly
By Kimberly M for Warm up this Winter in Thailand: Relax, Rejuvenate, & Balance on Feb 12, 2023
That you so much for sharing that! 😍 It was such a complete joy with you Kim.
By Balance Retreats on Feb 15, 2023
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