Lyciponon Retreat

Name: Lyciponon Retreat
Start: 2025-06-05
End: 2025-06-09
Location: Ef Zin

Lyciponon Villa, Anavysos, Athens Greece

Up to 15 in group

June 5 - 9, 2025

Retreat Highlights

Daily yoga, pilates, HIIT, and hiking sessions
Healing workshops including mindful eating, general wellness, breathwork, and self-care practices
Sound healing and face yoga sessions for deep restoration
Ice bath therapy and massage treatments to invigorate and renew
Private one-on-one coaching and intention-setting sessions
Olive oil tasting and natural skincare workshop
Fresh, nourishing Mediterranean meals by a private chef
Seaside location with a private villa, pool, and gardens
Ample free time for rest, reflection, and beach exploration
Intimate group size for a personalized, connected experience

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Tanya

Maria

George

Gianna

Ioannis

Nikolaos

Nikoletta

Tanya Malhas

Tanya Malhas is Greek-Palestinian — born in the United States, raised in Greece, and currently based in Dubai. Her multicultural upbringing, Mediterranean heritage, and personal commitment to health have shaped her holistic approach to well-being. She is a certified Holistic Health Coach with the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN), a trained Yoga Teacher (200h) with Yoga Union in Bali, and a certified Lagree Instructor, currently teaching at Reform Athletica in Dubai. Alongside her wellness path, Tanya holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Bristol in the UK, and works in Strategy Consulting with Accenture, following her earlier role at PwC, working with clients across the Middle East. Ef Zin is the expression of her journey and beliefs — a space where intentional living, modern science, and ancient wisdom, meet through thoughtfully curated wellness experiences.

Maria Pampoukidi

Maria Pampoukidi is a certified Face Yoga coach, trained by and working with Fumiko Takatsu, the founder of the Face Yoga Method. She teaches to a global audience online, mentors and evaluates new instructors, and leads transformative workshops. With over two decades of experience as a journalist and beauty/wellness editor, Maria's holistic approach combines daily habits, facial shiatsu and facial bodybuilding techniques together with Face Yoga poses to help individuals transform their appearance and enhance their overall well-being. She is also the founder of Aqua Face Yoga, a multisensory experience that merges the benefits of face yoga with the rejuvenating power of water.

George Ampeliotis

George Ampeliotis is a licensed physiotherapist and the founder of Arcus Therapy, a therapeutic approach that integrates modern physiotherapy with holistic healing techniques. Since 2009, he has worked at the renowned Ampeliotis² Physiotherapy Center, alongside Panagiotis Ampeliotis, and has served as lead physiotherapist for professional football teams including Ionikos and Atromitos. George holds a Cert Acu UWA (Certified Acupuncturist) and specializes in a wide range of advanced techniques including chiropractic HVLA thrust manipulation, medical flossing, IASTM, kinesio taping, cupping, and high-tech therapies such as Indiba Active and Shock Wave. His sessions offer both targeted relief and deep restoration.

Gianna Merianou

Gianna Merianou is a seasoned fitness professional and the visionary founder of MAG Miha Bodytec Training Studio in Voula, Greece. With a background in personal training and specialized certifications from Miha Bodytec and Base Training, Gianna has dedicated her career to pioneering innovative fitness methodologies. Her studio offers cutting-edge training techniques, including EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation), providing efficient and effective workouts tailored to individual needs. Gianna's passion lies in empowering individuals to achieve their fitness goals through personalized and science-backed approaches.

Ioannis Stamatelatos

I’m Ioannis Stamatelatos, certified olive oil taster by the National Organisation of Italy and founder of www.theolivest.com, the exclusive online shop for top-quality Greek extra virgin olive oils. I am also the inspirer of The Olivest Showroom in Athens, where we host premium olive oil tastings for visitors from all over the world. After 18 years leading digital products in the corporate world, I have recently transitioned fully into my passion for olive oil. Being part of the Olive Oil Addicts team, I have the opportunity to taste oils from around the world monthly to keep my palate sharp. Married and proud father of two, I love trekking in the mountains where I discover wild herbs, spices, and flowers that later can be found in olive oil aromas.

Nikolaos Unalome

Nikolaos Unalome is a sound vibrational alchemist and spiritual healer based in Athens, known for his transformative Bilas sound journeys. Trained in yoga, Thai massage, and Ayurveda, his path led him to the rare and powerful Bilas flat bells—an instrument he now uses to create deeply healing soundscapes. His work has been featured in Forbes and he has held sessions for global leaders in wellness, including at the Deepak Chopra retreat. Nikolaos’ sessions are immersive, meditative, and energetically profound.

Nikoletta Mermiga

Nikoletta will craft a vibrant, nourishing, and deeply Mediterranean culinary experience throughout the retreat. Each meal is thoughtfully designed to support wellness, blending seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with traditional Greek flavors and modern health-conscious techniques. Her approach celebrates food as both pleasure and healing — with dishes that energize the body, ground the mind, and delight the senses. Guests can expect a variety of plant-forward meals, functional ingredients, and an immersive cooking workshop that brings the Mediterranean lifestyle to life through every bite.

Details of this retreat

Welcome to The Lyciponon Retreat — a five-day immersive wellness experience designed to restore your energy, awaken your senses, and reconnect you with what it means to truly live well. Set against the Aegean coast, this retreat blends daily movement, mindful rituals, nourishing cuisine, creative workshops, and joyful connection — all curated to help you slow down and come home to yourself.

Our home for the week is Lyciponon, a private estate in Anavyssos with sweeping sea views, open-air living spaces, a tennis court, and an infinity pool that melts into the horizon. The villa’s name comes from the Ancient Greek word Λυσίπονον, meaning “that which relieves the ache of labor.” It’s a space born from the heart of its owner — inspired by a sailing journey to Ithaca and a quiet moment of healing that revealed his life’s calling. Built with intention and deep care, Lyciponon now opens its doors to offer others what it first offered him: serenity, beauty, and relief.

Come join us for a retreat that nourishes not only your body, but your spirit — in a place designed to hold both. Read More

Schedule

7:30 AM – Morning silence and mindful wake-up ritual

8:00 AM – Movement session (Yoga / Pilates / HIIT )

9:30 AM – Nourishing Mediterranean breakfast

10:30 AM – Wellness workshop (health & longevity, skincare, etc.)

12:30 PM – Free time (pool, beach, intention sessions, massages)

2:00 PM – Light, wholesome lunch

3:00 PM – Rest, beach time, or optional one-on-one sessions

5:00 PM – Afternoon experience (sound healing, face yoga, olive oil workshop)

6:30 PM – Sunset movement or meditation session

7:30 PM – Mediterranean dinner by the private chef

9:00 PM – Evening gathering (sharing circle, Greek dance, star-gazing)

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Ef Zin, Lyciponon Villa, Anavysos, Athens Greece

Directions

The Ef Zin Retreat takes place in Anavyssos, a peaceful seaside town located approximately 30 minutes southeast of Athens, Greece.

The nearest airport is Athens International Airport (ATH) (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport). Upon arrival, guests have the following options:

Private Airport Transfer: We can arrange a private transfer with our trusted driver for an additional cost. Details and pricing will be provided upon booking.

Taxi Service: Taxis are readily available at Athens International Airport. The drive to the retreat villa typically takes around 30 minutes.

Rental Car: Rental car services are available at the airport for guests wishing to explore the area independently. Free parking is available at the villa.

Exact address details and arrival information will be shared with guests after confirmation to ensure a smooth and stress-free journey. Read More

Accommodation

Private and Shared Rooms Available

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Retreat Price Private Room Read More

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Our home for the retreat is a private luxury villa nestled in the peaceful seaside town of Anavyssos, just 30 minutes from Athens. Surrounded by lush gardens and offering panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, the villa is a serene sanctuary designed to support deep rest, connection, and rejuvenation.

The villa features:

Spacious and elegantly furnished bedrooms (shared or private options available)

En-suite or shared modern bathrooms

A large swimming pool and sun lounging area

Outdoor terraces Read More

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Greek Mediterranean Cuisine Read More

What's Included

4 nights accommodation in a private seaside villa
Daily movement classes (yoga, pilates, HIIT, hiking)
Sound healing
Face yoga session
Ice bath therapy experience
Holistic wellness workshops (general wellness, breathwork, skincare rituals)
Olive oil tasting workshop
3 nourishing Mediterranean meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) prepared by a private chef
Fresh snacks, herbal teas, and beverages available daily
1 private one-on-one coaching and intention-setting session
Group connection activities and mindful sharing circles
Use of villa amenities: swimming pool, gardens, communal spaces
Welcome gift bag with wellness surprises
Access to nearby beaches for free time and exploration

What's Not Included

Airfare to and from Greece
Transportation outside of group airport transfers
Travel insurance
Additional spa treatments or massages beyond what's included
Personal expenses (shopping, souvenirs, extra excursions)
Meals or snacks outside of the retreat program
Tips for facilitators, staff, or drivers (optional, at your discretion)

Retreat Types