Available Dates
1st to 6th September 2026
UPCOMING RETREAT
Travel Out. Discover Within.
A 5-Night Women's Renewal Retreat in Portugal. Hosted by Rosemary Dean and held within the 300 years of heritage calm at Solar de Alcains.
AN INTIMATE RESIDENTIAL RETREAT
For women ready to pause, breathe, and return to themselves.
You don't need another vacation. You need a pause. Guided by Counselling Psychologist & Therapist Rosemary Dean and Wellness Consultant Carolyn Chittilappilly, this experience blends mindfulness, breathwork, reflection, creativity, cultural discovery, and quiet Portuguese hospitality.
Set against the backdrop of a 300-year-old heritage property in Central Portugal, this retreat is designed exclusively for a small group of 10 to 15 women to ensure deep connection, sisterhood, and personal space—room to actually hear yourself think.
"Not about performing. Not about fixing. Just about being. Come as you are. Leave more you."
YOUR GUIDE
Rosemary Dean
Counselling Psychologist & Therapist
With two decades across therapy rooms, corporate boardrooms, working with individuals, couples, families, entrepreneurs, and elite athletes. She believes in one truth: You're not broken. You were just never taught how to navigate the challenges of life and live with authenticity.
She blends psychology with energy work and somatic tools — from CBT to Reiki, Hypnotherapy to NLP and a few more — so you can unbecome what was never you.
YOUR GUIDE
Carolyn Chittilappilly
Wellness Consultant & Yoga Educator
Carolyn brings over a decade of multi-style teaching and training experience from ashrams across India, combining traditional practices with tools like NLP and Sound Healing. After a stint in consulting with Deloitte and KPMG, she shifted gears and has since hosted retreats across the globe, trained over 600 yoga teachers, worked with international athletes, served as a Wellbeing Guide to C-suite executives, and led wellness programmes for global brands and entrepreneurs.
She meets students where they are at, offering time-tested Indic solutions for wellbeing, adapted to the realities of the modern day.
RETREAT DETAILS
At a Glance
The Container
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Capacity: 10-15 Spots
DAILY SESSION GUIDE
A Space to Pause, Breathe & Reconnect
Gentle, reflective, and supportive practices to guide your journey.
6-DAY RETREAT FLOW
The Daily Journey
You come for the journey and we will take care of the rest. Final timings may vary slightly to support the rhythm of the group experience.
Day 1
Arrival & Soft Landing
Arrival in Portugal, Lisbon airport transfer, check-in at Solar de Alcains, welcome refreshments, opening circle with Rosemary, gentle grounding / breathwork, and welcome dinner.
Day 2
The Stories We Carry
Morning mindfulness, guided inner-work session with Rosemary, journaling and reflection, women's circle, one-on-one session time, and a soft evening wind-down.
Day 3
Expression, Release & Reconnection
Art therapy with a dedicated facilitator, breathwork session, one-on-one reflection with Rosemary, integration time, and nourishing shared meals.
Day 4
Travel Out
A full-day cultural outing to Monsanto and Idanha-a-Velha, including scenic exploration, heritage discovery, a picnic-style lunch, and return to Solar for a quiet evening.
Day 5
Discover Within
Mindfulness, deeper guided reflection, one-on-one support, sound therapy with a dedicated facilitator, closing women's circle, and a celebration dinner.
Day 6
Closing & Departure
Breakfast, closing gratitude circle, gentle farewell, and Lisbon airport transfers.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What's Included In Every Day
Nourishing Meals
Prepared with love to support your body and mind.
Safe & Supportive Women's Space
A judgement-free zone to be your authentic self.
Time at Solar de Alcains
Peaceful surroundings to rest, reflect and reconnect.
Cultural Experience
Full-day outing to Monsanto & Idanha-a-Velha.
Sisterhood
Real connections, lasting friendships and shared memories.
THE EXPERIENCE
Moments at Solar de Alcains
RETREAT INVESTMENT
Secure Your Place
Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A deposit secures your place, and payment plans may be available upon request.
POLICIES
Cancellation Policy
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel, please inform us as early as possible so we can offer your spot to someone on the waiting list.
More than 60 days before start date
Full refund, less a 10% administration fee.
30-60 days before start date
50% refund.
Less than 30 days before start date
No refund.