Croatia
Alchemy on the Adriatic
Island of Brac & City of Split
September 3rd – 10th, 2026
“Alchemy on the Adriatic: turning the ordinary into the sacred.”
On the edge of the Adriatic Sea, transformation rises like the tide. This retreat is an invitation to dissolve what no longer serves and to step into the alchemy of personal discovery. Through daily yoga, soul-led ceremony, the magic of community & cultural immersions, you’ll be guided into a space where movement becomes medicine and presence becomes power.
The Island of Brac holds us in its timeless beauty, salt air, stone paths, and the shimmering sea – while our practices awaken clarity, strength, and ease within. With each experience, each ritual, we weave the elements of earth, water, fire, and air into our journey, creating a retreat that is both deeply grounding and profoundly expansive.
Alchemy is the ancient practice of attempting to create an “elixir of life,” and understand the hidden properties of matter. It blends elements of science, philosophy, and spirituality.
This is where yoga meets ceremony, where the sea mirrors the soul, and where alchemy happens.
Pricing Per Person
Villa Gumonca
- Private Room – $3500 pp – BOOKED
- Shared room with 2 twins – $3000 pp – ONE LEFT
- Shared room – Master Suite – $3200 pp – BOOKED
Mirca Apartments – 3 Minute Walk from Villa Gumonca – $3400 pp *
$500 deposit to hold your spot which is refundable for 10 days. This will be credited to your total balance.
Balance Due July 1st, 2026
*Custom Payment Plans are available. Your host, Angela, will reach out to you directly after you secure your spot to create an individualized plan if needed.
INCLUDED
- Daily Yoga, Group/Individual Exploration and Ceremony
- 6 nights / 7 days Accommodations at Villa Gumoca on Brac Island, Croatia
- 1 night accomodation at Jupiter Hotel in Split, Croatia
- Private In-House Chef with Daily Brunch, Dinner, Snacks & non-alcoholic beverages
- Hiking Excursion to Vidova Gora, Golden Cape & Bol
- Excursion to Skrip & Olive Oil Museum with Tasting
- Transfers to all group activities & excursions
- Excursion to Krka National Park Waterfalls
NOT INCLUDED
- Airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Additional Private Services (ex – Massage, facials)
- Dinner in Bol
- Farewell Dinner in Split
- Optional Island Hopping Boat Tour (Weather Permitting) – $82
Details
Imagine waking each morning to the sound of the Adriatic Sea lapping against the shores of Brac. The salty breeze, golden sunlight, and ancient stone pathways set the stage for a week of transformation and renewal.
Mornings begin with yoga on an open terrace overlooking turquoise waters, the rising sun painting the sky in pink and gold. Each breath feels like an invitation to soften, release, and return to yourself.
Between practices, you’ll wander through olive groves and vineyards, enjoy fresh Mediterranean meals prepared with local ingredients, and explore hidden coves perfect for swimming and reflection. Ceremonies and guided workshops weave in the element of alchemy, the sacred art of turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. You will discover how to transmute old stories into new possibilities.
By the end of the retreat, you’ll feel lighter yet rooted, radiant yet calm, as though the island itself has gifted you a piece of its timeless wisdom. This isn’t just a yoga retreat; it’s an immersion into beauty, ceremony, and the alchemy of inner transformation on the shores of the Adriatic.
Arrivals: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Opening gathering may be before or after dinner depending on arrival times.
Sample Itinerary (subject to change)
Day 1 – Arrivals and transfer from Split St. Jerome Airport, Opening Circle with Yoga for Travel
Day 2 – Leisure Day – Morning Yoga, Brunch, Private Services, Movement & Alchemy
Day 3 – Morning Yoga, Hiking to Vidova Gora, visit to Golden Cape Beach & Dinner in Bol.
Day 4 – Morning Yoga, OPTIONAL (weather permitting) Island Hopping to Hvar & Pakleni Island, Evening Ceremony
Day 5 – Leisure Day – Morning Yoga, Alchemy Workshop, Private Services & Evening Ceremony
Day 6 -Morning Yoga, Skrip Village, Olive Oil tasting & Museum
Day 7 – Morning Yoga, Transfer to Split and Krka Waterfalls Tour, Farewell Dinner in Split, Overnight in Art Hotel
Day 8 – Departures
All group experiences are optional.
We encourage you to make this once-in-a-lifetime journey all your own.
Travel, Additional Information & FAQ’s
Brac is located in the Adriatic Sea, off the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia.
- It lies about 30 minutes by ferry south of Split, Croatia’s second-largest city and main transport hub.
- Brac is the largest island in central Dalmatia and the third largest island in the Adriatic.
- To the west is the island of Šolta, to the south is Hvar, and to the east lies the Makarska Riviera on the mainland.
- Its position makes it a perfect gateway for exploring both island life and mainland Croatia.
*We will spend our last night of the retreat in Split exploring the Krka National Park Waterfalls. Some guests choose to arrive a few nights early or stay a few nights post retreat.
Travel Info, Documents & Requirements for U.S. Citizens
We fly into the Split airport (SPU)
From the Split airport, we will take a quick group shuttle to a ferry that will take us to Brac Island. All group transfers will be arranged in advance with a trusted service. Transfer time from the Split airport to Brac Island is approximately 90 minutes.
Passport: Valid for at least 3 months beyond departure (though 6 months is recommended).
Return Ticket & Proof of Accommodation: Sometimes requested at entry.
Travel Insurance: Strongly recommended (medical + trip coverage)
Recommended travel insurance –
Currency: Croatia uses the Euro (€).
Language: Croatian (though English is widely spoken.)
Accomodations
Villa Gumonca Rooms
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Croatia 2026 Bedroom S1a (Shared)
Price range: $500.00 through $3,000.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S1b (shared)
Price range: $500.00 through $3,000.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S2a (shared)
Price range: $500.00 through $3,000.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S2b (shared)
Price range: $500.00 through $3,500.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S3 Private Room
Price range: $500.00 through $3,500.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S4a
Price range: $500.00 through $3,200.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S4b
Price range: $500.00 through $3,200.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S5
Price range: $500.00 through $3,500.00 -
Croatia 2026 Bedroom S6
Price range: $500.00 through $3,500.00
Apartments Mirca
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Croatia 2026 Mirca Apartment 1 Bedroom 1
Price range: $500.00 through $3,400.00 -
Croatia 2026 Mirca Apartment 1 Bedroom 2
Price range: $500.00 through $3,400.00 -
Croatia 2026 Mirca Apartment 2 Bedroom 1
Price range: $500.00 through $3,400.00 -
Croatia 2026 Mirca Apartment 2 Bedroom 2
Price range: $500.00 through $3,400.00
Villa Gumonca House
Refunds and Cancellations:
$500 deposit due to hold your reservation. No refunds will be granted less than 90 days prior to 9/3/2026
Balance Due July 1st, 2026
Custom Payment Plans are set up for each guest if needed.
In case of cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or your reservation to another person as long as you notify Tybee Wellness Retreats 21+ days in advance. Due to arrangements made with our vacation hosts, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
Payment plans are available. Please reach out to [email protected] for installment plans.
We HIGHLY recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance. Travel insurance companies like TRAWICK INTERNATIONAL and ALLIANZ TRAVEL INSURANCE offer policies that insure your investment in case you need to cancel (including “cancel for any reason” coverages), coverages for expenses incurred due to to weather & travel delays, personal property loss and emergency travel medical. Please review policies carefully to choose the coverage you need.