ICELAND
Landscapes & Legends
Yoga & Adventure Retreat
with Lexi Hawks
November 8-15, 2025
Join Lexi Hawks for a spectacular retreat to North Iceland! Just a few degrees from the arctic circle, the island of fire & ice is the perfect landscape to recharge and recalibrate with the energies of the primal earth and geothermal waters.
Always magical, Iceland in November is autumn turning to winter white, a beautiful backdrop to experience the otherworldly features of the North. Soak in the geothermic hot springs, say hello to the humpbacks in the fjord, experience the lava landscapes in
Myvatn, and perhaps the stars align for a Northern Lights viewing.
Each day begins with meditation & yoga led by Lexi, followed by lunch and the day’s adventures into the magical landscape of Iceland- discovering the legends & lore.
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Iceland is one of the planet’s true gems. With a total population of under 380,000, Iceland has struck a perfect balance between a warm, welcoming culture and the raw, untamed beauty of its vast mountainous landscapes. While most tourist groups and cruise lines visit the southern capital city Reykjavik (where the majority of population is), we’ll be heading to 66°North Iceland to the town of Akureyri–one of Iceland’s best kept secrets.The cultural capital of Iceland, Akureyri has been voted the number one destination in all of Europe by Lonely Planet on more than one occasion. With a population of 18,000, a mild climate on the longest fjord in the country, and close proximity to the Arctic Circle (meaning amazing Northern Lights!), Northern Iceland is truly THE place to visit.
One Yoga Global is in an exclusive partnership with the only yoga and wellness center in Northern Iceland. Enjoy your daily yoga practice in a newly-built, one-of-a-kind studio with majestic views of the fjord and soaring mountains that will warm your body and soul. This wellness center is complete with massage rooms, dry sauna, Jacuzzi, showers, changing rooms, and all the amenities, and our friendly and knowledgeable guides live on site, giving this space a personal touch.
Guests of our retreats have a choice of staying in local private apartments complete with geothermal Jacuzzis or at a local hotel in the city center. These comfortable and modern accommodations serve as a launching point for exploring some of most powerful places in Iceland and diving into the island’s rich traditions.
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This special week in Northern Iceland is open to all and offers the opportunity to learn about the culture, history and unique geography of Iceland while experiencing some of the most magical sights of this amazing country. Each day will be accompanied by a professional guide who will share details of each site along with local folklore and personal stories.
OUR ITINERARY: Each morning begins with an all-levels group yoga practice. Our hosts pick us up at each lodging (all within a few blocks) and we’ll be transported across the fjord to our beautiful yoga and wellness center that overlooks the mountains and water. Morning classes will be dynamic and taught for all-levels through use of options and variations. If you prefer, the center has a relaxation room, beautiful views, a dry sauna and jacuzzi available for the group. After class, we’ll be transported to lunch, and after this, we’ll head out for our day’s activities! If you decide any morning to sleep in and skip a class, you can simply meet us at lunch which is
just a couple blocks walk from your home. Our afternoon and evening adventures together will include:
- Hrisey Island-A lovely ferry ride to spend an afternoon picturesque exploration and hike of Hrisey Island. Situated at 66 degrees North, just a stone’s throw from the Arctic Circle, Hrisey is considered one of the “Power” places in Iceland. This can’t be easily explained, so we’ll offer some moments of pause to sit and feel this special planetary vortex energy.
- A full day adventure to Myvatn – an amazing geothermic region that will take you from the fjord, through the mountains, to the lava fields. You’ll experience the rolling fields of Icelandic sheep contrasted with the barren lunar landscapes that the astronauts used to train for the first lunar landing in the 60’s! Our day concludes with a visit to the thermal baths of the North. In the front is a modern cafe, showers and lockers … when you exit the back, you enter large natural pools of geothermic waters bubbling from mother earth herself. With a high concentration of natural minerals, Icelanders often credit these waters with their health and longevity that is much higher than the norm.
- A day trip to Husavik and the GeoSea – One of the most spectacular geothermal baths in Iceland, the GeoSea overlooks the Arctic ocean and offers a theraputic soak in a unique mizture of fresh and sea water. The nnorthern town of Husavik is the oldest settlement of Iceland and is known as the whale watching capital of Iceland.
- A local adventure and gentle hike around Akureyri, We’ll drive along the fjord and make several stops including visits to some special places and hidden canyons. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back in time, or onto the most spectacular movie set designed by mother nature herself!
- Two afternoons of optional activities. You may decide to explore the little town on your own, have a massage or walk to the Fjord and go take a boat to see the humpback whales.
Each evening after our excursions, we return to Akureyri for dinner, then relax in our apartments and the backyard Jacuzzis to enjoy the fresh air and excellent company.
PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY.
Most of you will depart your home city on Friday to arrive Saturday early morning in Reykjavik (KEF = Keflavik International) then take a smaller flight from the Reykjavik smaller domestic airport to Akureyri. Your return will be the following Saturday morning from Akureyri – Reykjavik domestic, then a transfer to the International airport (Keflavik) and back home.
*Some of you will choose to add extra days on your own in Reykjavik before or after the retreat dates which offers more options. This is ALSO the time of year that driving from Reykjavik to Akureyri is also possible and may be a great choice if you want to join a few others and make the 5-7 hour drive.*
If you are not renting a car, you’ll need to book 2 tickets to get to Akureyri, The first flight will be from your hometown to Reykjavik (Keflavik International). From here, you will either drive, or book an easy 45 minute flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Akureyri. This is a different and smaller airport than Keflavik International.
For more detailed advice, links and details on booking travel, we have created a Google document that any of you can access. CLICK HERE for that document.
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If you add extra days on the front or back end in Reykjavik, the city center is only 10-15 minutes to the domestic airport for the shorter inland flight. For those of you arriving and departing on Saturday and flying all the way to Akureyri and then home on the last Saturday (no extra time in Reykjavik) – The international airport (KEF) is 45 minutes away from the smaller inland airport (RKV), so you will need a minimum of 3.5 hours between the flights to ensure you make it through customs, luggage and take the transfer to the domestic airport.
For this: ARRIVALS the first Saturday – Look at the overnight flights that depart on Friday night and arrive Saturday morning. DEPARTURES on the last Saturday – Most flights (ex. Iceland Air is recommended) leave between 5 and 6pm. If you are flying home on Saturday, do not book a flight that leaves KEF before 2pm.
The short inland flights can be booked at: www.airiceland.is and most of you will book:
To Akureyri: 12:15pm – 1:35pm From Akureyri: 9:45am – 10:30am
Upon arrival to Akureyri, we will be transferred to apartments or hotel rooms (available between 2 and 4pm), settle in, then enjoy dinner together at a local cafe in the town center. The apartments will be stocked with breakfast foods so each participant can manage their own breakfast routine before we head to daily morning yoga classes. Lunches and 5 group dinners are also included (2 dinners in Akureyri are open for the group to explore). Our hosts do their best to accommodate various dietary restrictions (such as dairy free, gluten free, and vegetarian needs); please let us know these needs in advance if possible.
Each morning at a designated time, you’ll be picked up from your apartment or hotel and transported just a few minutes across the fjord to the beautiful yoga studio and wellness center. After class, we’ll head to lunch and then out on our daily adventures to experience the majesty of our surroundings.
Once you are registered, we’ll be in touch about your travel plans!
- warm clothes and several layers for variable days!
- jeans / pants
- waterproof boots / hiking shoes / good socks and cloves
- an outer shell that is warm, and wind- and rain-resistant
- warm headgear (just in case!)
- a buff or balaclava for the neck and face for wind protection
- a bathing suit for the Jacuzzis and springs
- yoga clothes
- adapters for electronics (Iceland uses the round 2-pin style common throughout Europe)
Teacher
![Lexi Hawks](https://www.oneyogaglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lexi-Hawks.jpg)
Lexi Hawks
Lexi Hawks, E-RYT 200/ RYT500 has been teaching yoga for over 17 years and has logged over 10,000 hours teaching & training Vedic meditation, mindfulness, western and eastern anatomy, physiology, asana, pranayama, Ayurveda, and non-violent communication. She additionally holds a Bachelor in Science in Psychology from the University of Utah and offers services as a Personal Development + Wellbeing Educator and Coach with a commitment is to help individuals create joyful lives through increased self-awareness and optimal wellness.
Lexi has developed original workshops, trainings, mentorship programs, and has certified other yoga teachers at the 200, 300, and 500-hour levels. Lexi enjoys hosting yoga retreats around the world and encourages everyone to gift themselves time to visit and be inspired by other cultures while being deeply immerse into yoga outside of their regular, everyday life.
Accommodations
Your home base in Akureyri will be in some of the most modern apartments in the city, or in a centrally located hotel. The apartments provide comfort and privacy, and they are just a short walk from the city center. Each apartment has several rooms, some with a shared bath and some with private bath, and each has a kitchen, living space, and backyard geothermic water Jacuzzi. We will place female travelers together and couples together. When you reserve, we will be in contact with you directly to confirm your housing placement. A limited number of private hotel rooms are also available for those who desire this option.
Apartments
Double Occupancy Room (shared bath)
Larger private room in a 3-bedroom apartment complete with kitchen, living room, backyard jacuzzi and access to washer/dryer. Family bathroom shared with 4-5 persons total in the apartment.
Cost: $4195 per person
Single Occupancy Room (shared bath)
Private room in a 3-bedroom apartment complete with kitchen, living room, backyard jacuzzi and access to washer/dryer. Family bathroom shared with 4-5 persons total in the apartment.
Cost: $4695 per person
Double Occupancy room (Private Bath)
Private room in 2-room apartment with private bath, kitchen, living room, backyard jacuzzi and access to washer/dryer.
MASTER BEDROOM: RESERVED
2nd BEDROOM: female roommate space available
Cost: $4395 per person
Hotel Room
Private hotel room with private bath in the town center. Hotel KEA or equivalent.
Double Occupancy Cost: $4795 per person
Single Occupancy Cost: $5295 per person
When you click to reserve, you’ll set up an account and then have the choice to pay in full or place a $695 deposit. If you place a deposit, your balance can be split into monthly payments through July, 2025. We will send confirmation when you enroll.
INCLUDED:
7 nights accommodation in Akureyri,
Transfers to and from the Akureyri airport and daily to classes and excursions
Breakfasts, Lunches and 4 group dinners in Akureyri
Daily classes with your teacher
Group Excursions
NOT INCLUDED:
International Flight to Reykjavik (KEF) and domestic flight to Akureyri
Optional Extras (massage, special excursions)
3 dinners in Akureyri
Refunds and Cancellations: Refund less deposit ($695) before July 15, 2025. No refunds after July 15, 2025. In case of emergncy cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or your reservation to a friend or family member as long as you notify One Yoga Global 21+ days in advance. Due to arrangements made with our vacation hosts, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
If you place a deposit, the balance due will be set to charge in equal installments starting the month after deposit through August 2025, unless other arrangements are made.
We HIGHLY recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance. Travel insurance companies like Travel Guard and Trawick 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.
We recommend that you consider purchasing trip insurance to protect your investment. Trawick International and Travel Guard are two providers that we recommend. Please review policies carefully to ensure they provide the coverage you need.