GREECE
Art • Sound • Sea
8 days / 7 nights
September 2027
Karpathos, Greece
Maximum 12 guests • From $2,950 AUD
A journey shaped by sea, creativity and the slower rhythms of island life
Karpathos invites a different pace.
Days unfold between clear Aegean water, mountain villages, shared meals and time to create, explore and simply be. Across eight days, we move gently between experiences, allowing the island itself to shape the rhythm of the journey.
Art, sound and moments of stillness are woven throughout, alongside swimming, local culture, food and the simple pleasure of travelling somewhere without needing to rush through it.
There is room here for curiosity, connection and spontaneity.
Not to see everything, but to experience where you are more fully.
At a Glance
8 DAYS
7 nights
12 GUESTS
Maximum
EASY–MODERATE
Activity level
SMALL GROUP
Cultural journey
ACCOMMODATION
Boutique stays
Journey Highlights
Lefkos village + beach
Cafés, crystal-clear water and time to enjoy village life by the sea.
Olympus village
A historic mountain village known for traditional dress, local crafts, cafés and Karpathian food.
Saria Island boat day
Sea caves, remote beaches, snorkelling and a BBQ lunch on an island only accessible by boat.
Sound + stillness
Singing bowls, chakra-balancing meditation, soundbaths and a four-hour gong bath.
Art + creativity
A mandala workshop inspired by the island landscape and time to draw, journal and create.
Spacious island rhythm
Beaches, hammocks, swimming, reading, treatments and unstructured time built into the week.
A different rhythm of travel
Explore
Village streets, beaches, local food, boat days and the landscapes of Karpathos.
Create
Art, journalling, sound and moments that invite curiosity without needing to perform.
Pause
Swim, rest, read, wander, sit by the sea or simply take the afternoon as it comes.
Some days are full of experience. Others leave plenty of room for beaches, hammocks, siestas and unstructured time. Everything is offered as an invitation, allowing you to move through the week in your own rhythm.
A glimpse at the journey
Karpathos
Arrive, settle into your sea-view accommodation, explore the nearby beaches and ease into the week with a welcome dinner and soundbath.
Sound + creativity
Move into singing bowls, meditation and a mandala art workshop, with plenty of free time to swim, journal, rest and explore.
Lefkos village + beach
Spend the day exploring Lefkos, with cafés, village life and crystal-clear water by the sea.
Sound + spacious days
A mix of sound practices, beach time and unstructured afternoons with room to read, swim, hike, rest or book a treatment.
Saria Island + Olympus
Boat through sea caves and remote beaches, snorkel around Saria Island, then finish the day in historic Olympus with crafts, cafés and a Karpathian dinner.
Beach + farewell
A final beach excursion, free afternoon, closing circle and farewell dinner before departure the following morning.
Want to see the full day-by-day itinerary?
Where you’ll stay
Your base for the week is an island Retreat on the west coast of Karpathos, surrounded by pine trees, mountains and the Aegean Sea. Rooms are designed to feel simple, comfortable and connected to place, with sea views and plenty of outdoor spaces to slow down between experiences.
Rooms
Double or twin rooms with private bathroom, fridge, air conditioning, mosquito netting and a balcony or terrace with sea views.
Setting
The retreat is surrounded by pine trees, gardens and the coast, with hammocks, daybeds and shaded corners for rest.
Room style
Guests may stay in Soul House, overlooking bougainvillea and the ocean, or Ananda, set among pine trees with views toward the sea.
Single supplement
+$600AU, subject to availability.
Food along the way
Meals are part of the experience, with a focus on fresh, nourishing food influenced by Mediterranean flavours and the produce of the island.
Throughout the week, meals that are served at the retreat are prepared using fresh, seasonal and organic ingredients where possible. Local produce, herbal teas, fresh juices and filtered water are all part of the offering.
The journey also includes opportunities to enjoy Karpathian food while exploring the island, including a sunset dinner in Olympus
Dietary requirements can be accommodated where reasonably possible. Full meal inclusions will be outlined in the detailed itinerary.
What’s included
7 nights accommodation
All buffet breakfasts, lunches and dinners
Sound healing sessions and soundbaths
4-hour gong bath
Beach and village excursions
Boat tour to Saria Island
Airport / port transfers
Goodie pack with singing bowl and art materials
What’s included
Not included
International flights
Travel insurance
Visas
Personal expenses
Optional treatments or activities not listed as included
Full inclusions and exclusions are provided in the detailed itinerary before booking.
Who This Journey Is For
This journey may be for you if...
You’re drawn to small-group travel with space to slow down.
You enjoy creativity, sound, nature and meaningful cultural experiences.
You’re happy balancing shared experiences with plenty of free time.
You value kindness, respect and travelling thoughtfully with others.
You’re open to sound-based practices without needing every moment to feel like a retreat.
You’re travelling solo, as a couple, or simply looking to join a like-minded group.
You don’t need to be...
a sound healer
a wellness practitioner
experienced in meditation
highly social
interested in joining every activity
Each experience is an invitation, never an expectation. You’re free to join in, step back or simply follow your own rhythm.
Pace + physical requirements
Walking
Expect regular walking through villages, along beaches and around the retreat.
Terrain
Some paths may be uneven or rocky, particularly around beaches and coastal areas so steady footing is helpful.
Boat day
The Saria Island excursion involves boarding a boat, swimming and optional snorkelling.
Your own pace
There is plenty of free time throughout the week, and many activities are offered as invitations rather than obligations.
This is a gently paced journey, but it still includes regular walking, village streets, beaches, uneven ground and getting on and off boats. Some excursions may involve steps, rocky paths or short climbs.
If you’re unsure whether the journey is right for you physically, we’re always happy to talk it through before you book.
The people behind the journey
Still Journeys is shaped by the people who bring each experience to life, from those travelling alongside you to the local guides, hosts and collaborators who help us experience a place more deeply.
Tabby | Sound + Journey Facilitator
With more than two decades of experience in sound healing, facilitation and therapeutic work, Tabby brings depth, warmth and a deeply grounded presence to the journey. She has facilitated workshops, retreats and trainings across Australia, Bali and Nepal, and weaves sound, meditation and reflective practices into the experience in a way that feels gentle, accessible and never compulsory.
Skip | Journey Co-Host
Skip brings a grounded background in outdoor leadership and many years of guiding group travel, particularly across Aotearoa New Zealand. She has a natural way of helping people feel at ease, and brings warmth, humour and clarity to the practical rhythm of travelling together. Her approach is centred around connection, nature and allowing enough space to genuinely experience a place rather than rushing through it.
Mish | Journey Co-Host
Mish brings a grounded, thoughtful presence to Still Journeys, drawing on her experience in breathwork, nature connection and photography. She has a natural eye for the quieter details of a place and helps shape journeys that balance soft adventure with space to slow down, reconnect and take things in. Her role is to support the overall flow of the experience while creating room for travellers to move through it in a way that feels personal and unforced.
Your Place on the Journey
Greece Journey
7 nights / 8 days
September 2027
Karpathos, Greece
Maximum 12 guests
Deposit of 30% is required to secure your place
For those who feel called to shape or deepen their experience, a small number of optional enhancements are available.
Optional Practitioner Sound Healing Training
+AU$500
Includes additional theory and practical sessions, course notes and a Certificate of Completion.Single room supplement
+$600 AUD
Subject to availability.
Full booking details, inclusions and payment terms are provided with the detailed itinerary.
A few things you might be wondering
Do I need experience with sound healing?
Not at all. The included sound experiences are open to everyone. The practitioner training is an optional extra for those who want to go deeper.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. The trip is designed for a small group of up to 12, and the source material specifically welcomes solo travellers as well as couples.
What kind of accommodation will I stay in?
Rooms include a private bathroom, fridge, air conditioning, mosquito netting and a balcony or terrace with sea views.
Are meals included?
Yes. Buffet breakfasts, lunches and dinners are included throughout the stay.
Can dietary requirements be catered for?
Yes, food intolerances and allergies can be accommodated where possible.
Are flights included?
No. International flights, travel insurance and visas are not included.
Do I have to take part in every activity?
No. The schedule includes generous free time for swimming, reading, journalling, resting, exploring or booking optional treatments.