Elemental Bliss Retreat

Donousa island, Greece / July 11-18, 2026

Apostolia Papadamaki

An 8-Day Immersion into Embodied Spirituality & Ancient Greek Wisdom.

You will be gracefully guided by a distinguished performance artist, a wisdom carrier and a transformational mentor. 

I warmly invite you to join me on a transformative journey of Ancient Greek wisdom and embodied spirituality on the mystical island of Donousa, a land pulsing with healing energy and sacred vibrations.

Our home for the week will be Phisis, an eco-luxury sanctuary on the untouched shores of Kalotaritissa Beach. Immersed in the wild beauty of the Aegean Sea, we will slow down, reconnect, and remember who we truly are.

Portrait of Apostolia Papadamaki by the ocean, smiling gently in a seaside landscape.

What We’ll Explore Together

This retreat is a holistic experience of:

  • Ancient Hellenic Wisdom

  • Elemental Ceremonies & Rituals

  • Yoga & Breathwork

  • Creative Dance & Meditation

  • Inner Stillness & Sacred Sound

A small white chapel with a dome and cross on top located on a rocky hill, overlooking the sea during sunset in Donousa island Greece.
A beach with clear water, rocks, and white cliffs under a blue sky in Donousa island, Greece

  • My deepest intention is to help you:

    • Remember your connection to Nature

    • Reclaim your inner joy

    • Create simple rituals that enrich daily life

    • Awaken to your authentic self with grace and purpose

  • Each day, we will honor one of the five sacred elements through movement, meditation, and ceremony:

    • Earth (Gaia)

    • Water (Hydor)

    • Fire (Hierón Pyr)

    • Air (Aēr)

    • Aether (Aithēr)

    Through this elemental journey, you will experience deep energetic alignment, emotional balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.

A coastal view of a small beach with clear turquoise water, surrounded by rocky cliffs and arid hills under a cloudy sky in Donousa island Greece.

  • If your heart feels the call, I invite you to join our Elemental Bliss Retreat—a once-in-a-lifetime immersion in sacred connection, joy, and radiant embodiment.

    With love & anticipation,
    Apostolia Papadamaki
    Embodied Spirituality Mentor & Hellenic Wisdom Carrier

The prices start from €2100 depending on the type of accommodation in a single, double or triple room.

Fire Ceremony led by Apostolia Papadamaki during the Elemental Bliss retreat, with participants gathered around a campfire by the water at sunset.

Practices & Teachings

    • Fire Ceremony

      A sacred rite of transformation and purification.Invokes the element of Fire to burn away the old and illuminate the new.

    • Bespoke Rituals

      Inspired by Ancient Greek rites of passage with invocations to goddess archetypes ( Hestia, Artemis, Demeter).

    • Sharing Circle

      A held space for truth-telling, release, and integration.Encourages recalibration of perception and decision-making in alignment with one’s soul path

    • Holistic Yoga-A synthesis of Breathwork, Asanas, Chanting, Inner stillness. Embodies the qualities of Athena (wisdom and presence) and Mnemosyne (memory and inner knowing).

    • Biomatic Anatomy-A somatic journey into the element of Gaia (Earth). Balances body, mind, and emotions.

    • Creative Movement & Sacred Dance-Dissolves inner restrictions and opens the path to euphoría. Reflects the ecstatic, liberating the archetype of Artemis.

    • Water Healing & Rebirthing

      Floating in the sea as a return to the primordial womb. Water becomes the teacher of fluidity, surrender, and renewal.

    • Sunset & Sunrise Meditations

      Practiced in sacred landscapes where sky meets Earth.

    • Mindful Walks in Nature

      Immersive experiences in wild, secluded beaches.Deep listening to Gaia’s feminine wisdom and messages.

    • Transmission through Heart, Voice & Hands

      Apostolia weaves presence, intuition, and touch as sacred instruments of remembrance.

      Teachings rooted in Ancient Greek spiritual philosophy and embodied archetypes of the Divine Feminine.

    • Ancient Greek Goddess Archetype Teachings

      Interwoven throughout all practices, we explore and embody Ancient Greek Goddesses archetypes.

Our Island Home

Cozy rustic bedroom with stone walls and wooden beams in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat..
Outdoor seaside dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat..
People lying on yoga mats in a spacious open-air structure overlooking a body of water and distant land in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat..

Phisis is an eco-luxury small retreat center been built with stone, wood, and natural mortars based in lime and cocciopesto to give the best comfort. It is situated on Kalotarritissa, one of the most beautiful beaches of Donousa. 

The natural materials vibrate together with the energy of the bodies and allow the rooms to be fresh in summer warm in winter and absolutely dry for a truly relaxing and healthy stay.

  • All the rooms overlook a Mediterranean garden with an astonishing sea view. A very nice and wild beach with crystalline water is located just 100 meters from the place. There is no other building in the area and this permits you to get fully connected with the nature and enjoy at best your retreat.


    Just beside the building, there is the common space where you'll enjoy your meals, rest on our Hammock, and wind down on mats and pillows in our relaxing corner under the shadow of a wooden pergola.


    A stone path will lead you to the shala placed just in front of the seawater where you can enjoy the pure energy of the bay and immerse yourself in your session.

Our Nourishment

A bowl of salad with sliced vegetables, a pink onion ring, and crispy breadsticks topped with black sesame seeds, served on a wooden table in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat..
A table setting with a bowl of pink soup garnished with a small herb, a glass of water, a spoon on the left, and a fork and knife on a napkin on the right, on a woven placemat and wooden table.
A round fruit tart topped with sliced peaches and garnished with mint leaves, decorated with pink flowers on a glass platter.

Our retreat meals are made from home grown local ingredients that nourish body, soul, and spirit. Prepared by our in-house chef with deep roots in Greek culture and macrobiotic wisdom, each dish honors the land and the seasons. Expect freshly baked bread, vibrant salads and fruits, fresh eggs and local cheese blended in traditional recipes crafted with love.

We begin each day with a silent late breakfast, followed by a wholesome vegetarian dinner, with fruits, teas, and nourishing snacks available in between. On our final dinner, we gather for a joyful celebration meal where everyone is free to choose and savor whatever their heart desires, honoring the journey we’ve shared.

Stone-walled room with a bed covered with a patterned blanket, folded towels on top, and a small window. Open doors reveal a view of the sea in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat..
Interior of a rustic stone beach house bedroom with a view of the ocean through open windows in Donousa Island, part of Apostolia Papadamaki’s Elemental Bliss Retreat.

Retreat Accommodation & Pricing

Phisis, our retreat center, offers an intimate and exclusive experience, with only 6 beautifully designed rooms and a maximum of 12 participants.

All rooms overlook a lush Mediterranean garden and offer an uninterrupted view of the Aegean Sea, creating the perfect environment for rest, inspiration, and connection with nature.

Each room is uniquely crafted with natural materials, stone walls, and refined finishes, offering comfort, privacy, and simplicity. Options range from shared triple room to luxurious private suite, with prices between €2,100 and €3,500, depending on your room type and occupancy.

All packages include 7 nights of accommodation, daily meals, all practices, rituals, excursions, and transportation from the port.

What’s Included

    • 8 Days / 7 nights accommodation

    • 2 fresh vegan/vegetarian meals per day

    • 6 sessions: Yoga, Breath-work & Meditation

    • 3 sessions: Creative Dance & Ritual

    • 2 Water Healing sessions

    • Sharing & Singing Circles

    • Sunrise & Sungazing Meditation

    • Boat excursion around the island (optional)

    • Fire Ritual (weather permitting)

    • Nature hikes

    • Welcome Dinner & Farewell Breakfast

    • Transfers from/to Donousa Port

What You need To Add

    • Your flights to Athens, Santorini or Naxos.

    • Your ferry ticket to Donousa.

    • Your travel insurance.

    • A detailed itinerary of the retreat, along with a list of what to bring, will be shared with all participants after registration to help you prepare with ease and intention.

How To Get There

    • Donousa is only accessible by ferry

    • From Athens:3 ferries per week from Piraeus Port (Athens)

    • From Naxos:Daily ferry (except Sundays) with Express Skopelitis

    • Via Santorini (international option):Fly to Santorini.Ferry to Naxos (~2 hrs).Ferry from Naxos to Donousa (~1.5–2 hrs)

    • Nearest airports:Naxos (domestic flights from Athens) and Santorini (international and domestic flights)

    • We will guide you on how to book your trip

    • Transfer from Donousa Port to the retreat center is included

Testimonials

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “Apostolia is a cherished mentor, carrying the integrity of a saint, the courage of a warrioress, and the luminosity of the brightest stars. Her teachings ignited creative fireworks within me. A mighty lioness was released from her cage during the retreat and may she never be behind bars again. Apostolia had the genius to call her forth, to whisper that it was safe to play, to shine, to be. How did I become so fortunate as to encounter my beloved Apostolia?”

    Erin Pettis, Colorado, U.S.A.

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “This retreat was a deep turning point for me. I returned home with powerful tools that I now weave into my daily life, simple yet sacred rituals connected to the elements, ways to nourish and maintain my feminine energy, and a deeper trust in synchronicity as a guiding force. I feel more empowered than ever."

    Stavria Gaitanaki, Athens, Greece

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “I can still feel in my body how aligned and powerful everything was. The retreat exceeded my highest expectations. One unforgettable moment was the transformation I experienced through dance and the fire ceremony, it opened something deeply ancestral inside me. Apostolia is an extraordinary teacher. Her way of integrating body, soul, heart, mind, elements, and the arts is truly unique and life-changing.”

    Nora Schmid, Switzerland

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “Coming to this retreat for the 8th year has been a sacred return to my true self. Through the ancient Greek wisdom that Apostolia weaves in every ritual, and the deep embodied work with the elements, I was able to face and transmute old traumas that had shaped my life. I remembered who I truly am and I embraced my path as an artist, rooted in authenticity and freedom."

    Sabina Perfumo, Rome, Italy.

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “I am deeply impressed by Apostolia’s wisdom and genuine love for people. She has a rare ability to truly see and support every single participant. This experience went far beyond what I expected.”

    Gosia Jopek, Poland

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    “This retreat gave me experiences I’ll carry forever. It held me through a difficult time and helped me see life through the eyes of Spirit, guided by Artemis, Hestia, and Mnemosyne. The group energy was beautiful, filled with unity, harmony, and truly meaningful moments.”

    Jelena Vukmirica, Montreal, Canada

  • A secluded beach with turquoise water, in Donousa island Greece

    " I arrived at the retreat carrying personal sorrows and inner struggles, but through her sessions, rituals, and therapies, I began a profound cleansing of my mind, soul, and body. I understood, perhaps for the first time, the true power of forgiveness, especially the liberation that comes from forgiving myself. I am deeply grateful.”

    Effie Latifi, Athens, Greece

Elemental Bliss Retreat