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September 13–19, 2026

OLOS 2026 • RETREAT

Chios Retreat

The Mastic Island

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Duration

6 Nights

Sept 13–19, 2026

Group Size

10 Rooms

Intimate group

Investment

$3,250+

Shared / $4,450 single

Pace

Gentle

Rhythm over schedule

The Destination

Chios —
Island of secrets

Chios is one of Greece's most captivating and lesser-visited islands, located in the northeastern Aegean. Famous as the birthplace of Homer and the only place in the world where mastiha resin is harvested, the island pulses with history, flavor, and authenticity.

Wander through the stone-paved alleyways of Pyrgi and Mesta — medieval villages carved with geometric patterns — then cool off in crystalline coves accessible only by foot or boat. The cuisine here is extraordinary: herbs, olive oil, and the distinctive, aromatic mastiha permeate everything from sweets to savory dishes.

You'll stay at Riziko, a beautifully restored property that captures the spirit of Chios — a warm, personal base for everything that unfolds during the week.

The Experience

At OLOS, we believe in the art of living. Deeply, intentionally, and in rhythm with the world around us.

This retreat is an invitation to return to yourself. To step away from urgency and into presence. To reconnect with your body, your surroundings, and the people around you.

Mornings begin with practice under the Mediterranean sun. Afternoons are shaped by exploration and discovery.
Evenings are meant for gathering, conversation, and long, shared meals.

Wellness here is not something scheduled. It is something felt.

Come as you are.
Leave feeling whole.

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The Journey

Sample Itinerary

Arrival — Welcome to Chios

Fly into Athens, then onward to the island of Chios. Settle into Riziko and meet your fellow travelers over a Welcome Luncheon — followed by a Welcome Dinner to toast the week ahead. (Guests are encouraged to leave time before or after for touring Athens.)

Sun. Sept 13

Welcome luncheon

Welcome dinner

Morning Practice & Island Immersion

Each day begins at 8:30 AM with a morning movement practice led by Angie DiCiccio — yoga, breath work, or mindful movement in the open air. The afternoons are yours to explore, rest, and soak in the rhythm of Chios life.

MON. Sept 14

Morning practice

Island exploration

Mastic Villages & Ancient Paths

Morning practice followed by an exploration of the medieval mastichochoria — the mastic-producing villages of Pyrgi and Mesta, with their labyrinthine stone alleys and geometric-patterned facades unlike anywhere else in Greece.

TUES. Sept 15

Morning practice

Cultural excursion

Sea, Stillness & Flavor

Midweek is for slowing all the way down — swimming in secluded coves, savoring long lunches, foraging wild herbs, or simply watching the Aegean. The island's distinctive cuisine, perfumed with mastiha and wild herbs, anchors every shared meal.

WED. Sept 16

Morning practice

Free time

Connection & Deep Rest

A day shaped by what calls you — whether that's a long swim, a wander through the olive groves, a conversation that runs late, or an afternoon nap under the shade of a carob tree. Movement practice in the morning, then the island opens up.

THURS. Sept 17

Morning practice

Island exploration

Final Day & Farewell Dinner

One last morning practice on Chios, then a final afternoon to linger in the beauty of the island. The week closes with a Farewell Dinner — a long, generous table, glasses raised, and the kind of goodbyes that feel more like see-you-soons.

FRI. Sept 18

Morning practice

Farewell dinner

Departure — Return to Athens

Saturday morning farewells as guests make their way back to Athens and onward home — carrying the spirit of Chios, the warmth of the table, and something that's hard to name but easy to feel.

SAT. Sept 19

Return to Athens

What’s Included

Everything you need

6 nights accommodation at Riziko, Chios
Welcome luncheon, welcome dinner, daily breakfast, and farewell dinner
All scheduled excursions and cultural experiences
Daily 8:30 AM movement & wellness sessions with Angie DiCiccio
Private culinary experiences with local cooks and winemakers
In-country transportation for all group activities

Not included

Good to know

× Flights to/from Athens, and onward to Chios

× Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

× Personal spending, shopping, and gratuities

× Meals not included in the itinerary

A note on travel

Guests are asked to fly into Athens, then book a connecting flight onward to the island of Chios, arriving Sunday, September 13th. If you'd like to explore Athens before or after the retreat, we're happy to recommend how to plan that time.