Sunrise savasana in the geodesic yoga dome at Çeşmeköy, a yoga retreat center near Çeşme, Turkey

Blue Mango Yoga Presents

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The Sacred AegeanA Journey Into Yoga, Connection & RenewalA Yoga Retreat at Çeşmeköy · Çeşme, Turkey

August 30 – September 5, 2027

Led by Tiffany Jelliffe & Heather Archer

7 Days / 6 Nights · Starting at $2,550

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The Invitation

Come away with us to the Aegean.

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At the edge of the Aegean Sea, surrounded by olive trees, gardens, open skies, and the ancient landscape of Çeşme, we will gather for seven days of yoga, ritual, connection, rest, and renewal.

Led by Tiffany Jelliffe and Heather Archer, this retreat is an invitation to step away from the pace of everyday life and into a slower, more intentional rhythm.

Days will move between strong and soulful yoga practices, meditation, shared meals, time in nature, ritual, exploration, and plenty of space to simply be.

Come for the practice. Stay for the magic of the Aegean.

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Turkish coffee poured from a copper cezve into a patterned cup
A retreat guest reading a book in a rope hammock in the dappled shade
Savasana in the yoga dome at Çeşmeköy as sunrise comes through the glass panels
Focaccia topped with tomato, olives and artichoke, with a bottle of olive oil behind

Details

What’s Included

Included

  • 6 nights accommodation at Çeşmeköy, each with a private bathroom
  • Housekeeping every second day
  • 3 vegetarian meals a day, prepared with locally grown ingredientsAll included meals are vegetarian. Meat and fish are available from Çeşmeköy's à la carte restaurant at an additional cost.
  • Tea, fruit, and water available all day
  • Morning and evening practice with Tiffany and Heather
  • Meditation and breathwork
  • Opening and closing circles
  • Time and space for rest and integration
  • Access to the retreat center's grounds and practice spaces
  • Wi-Fi in common areas
  • Curated experiences throughout the week

Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Airport transfers from İzmir, an additional cost (see below)
  • Travel insurance
  • Meat and fish, available from Çeşmeköy's à la carte restaurant at an additional cost
  • Alcoholic drinks, available at the property and settled directly with them
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional excursions and activities

Airport transfers

İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is the nearest airport, about 90 km and 70 minutes from Çeşmeköy. Airport transfers are an additional cost and are not included in the retreat price. We will help you arrange a transfer and can group you with other guests arriving at a similar time. Rates below are per vehicle, not per person.

VehicleGuestsApproximate cost
Private taxi2 to 3$90
Minibus4 to 6$120
Midibus6 to 12$160

Airport transfers are an additional cost. Prices are approximate and may change with fuel costs. Shared across a full vehicle this comes to roughly $15 to $45 per person each way.

Optional Excursions

Nearby Favorites

Çeşme is one of Turkey’s most beautiful Aegean destinations, known for its turquoise waters, beaches, whitewashed villages, olive groves, seafood, thermal springs, and laid back coastal culture.

Optional experiences can be arranged during the week, booked and paid for separately from your retreat rate.

Bora Kozanoğlu windsurfing across turquoise water at Alaçatı, near Cesme

Windsurfing with Bora Kozanoğlu

Lessons at Alaçatı, one of the great windsurfing bays in the world, taught alongside a vice world champion. $100 for one lesson or $180 for two, per person. Instruction, board and rig and a wetsuit are all included. Lunch is roughly $20 extra. Half a day.

borakozanoglu.com →
The Lady Bente anchored in a turquoise Aegean bay near Çeşme, with swimmers in the water

A day at sea with Lady Bente

A 32 metre wooden boat, teak and mahogany, sailing from Çeşme since 1987. Out at 10:30, back at 17:30, with swimming stops in three Aegean bays and lunch aboard. They keep the numbers well below what the boat holds and the music stays soft, so it is a day on the water rather than a party boat.

cesmeladybente.com →
The facade of the Library of Celsus at Ephesus, Turkey

A day at Ephesus

One of the best preserved classical cities in the world. Out at 10:30, back at 17:30. The Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Terrace Houses, the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary, walked with a private guide. Site entrance fees are paid separately.

Sun loungers and a white parasol beside a sheltered sandy cove on the Cesme coast

Day club

An afternoon at one of the Aegean's beach clubs.

We will share details and pricing for each closer to the retreat.

The Setting

Çeşmeköy

Your home in the Aegean

The stone and white main building at Çeşmeköy, with arched windows and a Buddha head sculpture on the lawn
Lounge at Çeşmeköy with an arched timber bookshelf, white brick walls, armchairs and patterned cushions

Nestled in the hills outside Çeşme, Çeşmeköy is a peaceful retreat center surrounded by olive trees and the natural beauty of the Turkish countryside.

The property offers an intimate setting to unplug, reconnect, and settle into a slower pace.

Olive groves. Mediterranean gardens. Open-air spaces. Nourishing Turkish cuisine. Long meals. Morning light. Afternoon adventures. Sunset conversations.

And at the heart of the property, we will practice together in the geometric yoga dome.

The Practice

Yoga with Tiffany and Heather

Upward dog in the yoga dome at Çeşmeköy, with the forest visible through the glass

Expect a thoughtfully curated week of yoga designed to meet you where you are while offering space to go deeper.

Movement. Breath. Strength. Mobility. Meditation. Presence.

There will be opportunities for both dynamic practices and slower, grounding experiences throughout the week.

No matter where you are in your yoga practice, the intention is to create a space where you can explore, reconnect, and practice together.

A yoga class in locust pose on the outdoor timber shala beneath the pines at Çeşmeköy
A shoulder stand backbend on a balcony between sheer blue curtains, with the sea beyond
A yoga class resting in the geodesic dome at Çeşmeköy in warm afternoon light
A yoga class with arms raised in the hall at Çeşmeköy, with tall arched windows

The Table

Gather. Nourish. Feast.

Food is part of the experience.

We will share abundant, colorful vegetarian meals inspired by the flavors and traditions of the Turkish Aegean: fresh vegetables, herbs, olive oil, grains, fruit, local ingredients, and plenty of time around the table.

Meals are not simply fuel for the day. They are part of the ritual of gathering.

Slow mornings. Long lunches. Golden hour dinners. Turkish coffee and tea. Fresh fruit.

Three vegetarian meals a day are included in your retreat rate.

Meat and fish are available from Çeşmeköy’s à la carte restaurant at an additional cost. View the à la carte menu →

A Turkish breakfast spread at Çeşmeköy with tulip tea glasses, mezze and bread
Olive oil poured into tasting glasses against green foliage
A pink smoothie bowl topped with berries and pistachio
A green salad with cherry tomatoes, walnuts, avocado and grilled cheese at Çeşmeköy

The Rhythm

A Day at Çeşmeköy

The schedule is intentionally spacious.

Morning

Wake slowly.

Coffee and tea.

Meditation.

Morning yoga practice.

Breakfast.

Afternoon

Free time to read, nap, or enjoy optional excursions.

Lunch.

Evening

Evening yoga practice.

Dinner.

Conversation.

Sunset.

Stillness.

Retreat guests on the cobblestone path at Çeşmeköy with arms raised beneath palm fronds

Your Guides

Meet Your Guides

Tiffany Jelliffe, yoga teacher and retreat leader

Tiffany Jelliffe

BMY Founder + Retreat Leader

Yoga teacher, studio owner, and founder of Blue Mango Yoga in Maui, Tiffany brings a dynamic yet deeply grounded approach to yoga and retreat experiences. Her teaching weaves together intelligent movement, breath, strength, ritual, and the deeper traditions of yoga.

Heather Archer, yoga teacher and retreat leader

Heather Archer

Retreat Leader

Yoga teacher and retreat leader with 18 years of experience, Heather brings a soulful, heart-led approach to movement and meditation. Her thoughtfully sequenced, breath-focused classes create a moving meditation, balancing strength and healthy challenge with moments of ease and surrender. Each class is an invitation to deepen the connection between mind, body, and spirit.

Together, Tiffany and Heather will create the container for the week, balancing strong practice with ritual, connection, exploration, and plenty of room for joy.

Investment

Your Investment

Every accommodation at Çeşmeköy has its own private bathroom. All rates include accommodation and a vegetarian breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the full 6 nights.

View into a glamping tent at Çeşmeköy through the sliding door, with a lemon branch overhead
Glamping tent with twin beds and doors open to the olive grove
Private glamping bathroom with a sink, toilet and timber door
Glamping cabins on the hillside with stone steps and greenery

Glamping Double

$2,550

per person

Friends, couples, or anyone wanting a more adventurous Aegean experience. Shared glamping with your own private bathroom.

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Wood clad tiny house at Çeşmeköy with a timber deck and pink flowers
Tiny house living area with a sectional and kitchen counter
Tiny house interior showing the loft bed above the kitchen
Tiny house interior along the kitchen bar toward the loft stairs

Tiny Home Quad

$3,350

per person

Four friends traveling together. Your own tiny home with a kitchen and a deck. 2 Double beds. Ocean view.

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Terrace room with a double bed against a blue textured wall and woven wall discs
Terrace room with twin beds and a sofa, sliding door open to the terrace
Blue room with twin beds against a deep blue textured wall
Blue room bathroom with an arched mirror, stone basin and brass fixtures

Double Room

$3,750

per person

Two friends or a couple sharing. Centrally located on the property.

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Two tiny houses with a cypress, a stone wall and stepping stones
Tiny house bedroom with a double bed and a window onto the olive grove
Tiny house deck with a bench looking over the olive grove to the Aegean Sea
Tiny house bathroom with a red vessel sink and glass shower

Tiny Home Double

$3,950

per person

Couples or friends wanting a more elevated stay, with a kitchen and deck of your own. Ocean view.

Apply Here →
Terrace room with a sheer curtain opening onto a balcony and sea view
Blue room bathroom with patterned floor tile, a stone basin and a shower
A double bed against a blue textured wall with woven wall discs
Tiny house living area with a grey sectional and kitchen counter

Single Occupancy

$6,950

for one guest

Guests who want their own space. A blue room or ocean view tiny home entirely to yourself.

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Coming on your own? You do not have to pay the single rate. Tell us on your application and we will match you with another solo guest so you can share at the double rate.

How to Book

  1. 1Fill out the application. Tell us which accommodation you would like, and a second choice.
  2. 2We will be in touch with a link to pay your deposit.
  3. 3Your place is confirmed once your deposit is paid. Spots are allocated to the first guest to complete payment.

Deposit & Balance

  • $850 non-refundable deposit, applied toward your total
  • Balance due June 1, 2027
  • Booking after June 1, 2027 is paid in full at the time of booking, non-refundable

Cancellation Policy

  • $850 deposit due upon booking to secure your space
  • Payment plans available, all balances due by June 1, 2027
  • Bookings after June 1, 2027 must be paid in full
  • Retreat is non-refundable but transferable
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The Invitation

Who This Is For

Come if you are craving…

  • A deeper yoga practice.
  • A change of scenery.
  • More space.
  • More connection.
  • A week without rushing.
  • Beautiful food.
  • Movement every day.
  • Time near the sea.
  • A little adventure.
  • A chance to reconnect with yourself.

You do not need to come alone.

Come with your partner, your best friend, or come on your own and meet us there.

FAQ

Things You Need to Know

No. The retreat is designed to welcome a wide range of yoga experience.

Absolutely. Solo travelers are welcome, and the retreat is designed to create connection and community. If you would like to share at the double rate, tell us on your application and we will match you with another solo guest.

Yes. Choose a shared accommodation option and tell us who you are travelling with on your application.

İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is the nearest airport, about 90 km and 70 minutes from Çeşmeköy. We will help you arrange a transfer and group you with other guests arriving at a similar time. Airport transfers are an additional cost and are not included in the retreat price.

Most likely, no. That being said, entry requirements for Turkey can change, so please check the current rules for your passport well ahead of travel.

An $850 per person deposit confirms your place, and the balance is due by June 1, 2027. Full terms are under Your Investment above.

Reflections

What Past Participants Say

From Past Blue Mango Retreats

The retreat will forever be imprinted on my soul. I arrived excited about doing yoga every day. I ended up leaving with new lifelong friends and epic memories.
An incredibly rich cultural experience, breathtaking views and practice. A very big thank you for this wonderful opportunity.
The Blue Mango Yoga retreat was the highlight of my 20-year yoga journey. What I wasn't expecting was that I'd fall in love with the person I am in that setting, and that now in my day-to-day life I am still that person.

From Past Retreats with Heather

A soul-reset. I am feeling grounded, open, and completely renewed.

Chris

28, Los Angeles

The perfect blend of healing, movement, and stillness. I didn't know how much I needed this.

Sophia

34, San Francisco

Heather's retreats are pure magic. The energy, the people, the teachings, everything aligned.

Erin

43, Plymouth, MA

An outdoor table set under olive branches at Çeşmeköy, looking over Cesme bay and the Aegean Sea

Come for the practice.
Stay for the magic of the Aegean.

August 30 – September 5, 2027 · Çeşmeköy, Turkey

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