One-on-one spiritual direction, premium retreat house
Duration
3-8 days
Intensity
Gentle
Tradition
Christian / Catholic
Region
Europe / North America
Overview
Ignatian Discernment Retreat is a guided retreat curated for decision-makers, leaders, seekers. Based around Retreat house, the journey is paced for gentle travellers and runs for 3-8 days.
One-on-one spiritual direction, premium retreat house
Good for premium professional audience.
Itinerary
- 1
Arrival & settling
Arrive at the retreat centre in Retreat house. Check in, tour the grounds, and attend an orientation with your host. The evening is unstructured — rest and arrive at your own pace.
- 2
First full day
Morning practice session — meditation, movement, or study depending on the retreat's focus. Afternoon introduces the daily schedule and community agreements.
- 3
Core practice days
The retreat settles into its rhythm: morning practice, teachings or workshops, silent meals, and supported free time. Your host is available for one-to-one conversation.
- 4
Deepening
Often the most impactful day. Optional extended practice, a longer walk, or a visiting teacher session. Group sharing in the evening.
- 5
Integration & departure
A gentle closing morning with reflection on what to carry home. Final group session, farewells, and an invitation to the alumni circle for continued practice.
Cultural context & practice
This route respects christian / catholic practice. You will receive guidance on etiquette, dress and access at every site. Hosts coordinate with local clergy, monastics or licensed guides to ensure respectful, informed visits.
Required checks: Director credentials, silence level, faith framing
What's included
- ·Resident or licensed guide
- ·Boutique or partner accommodation
- ·Daily breakfast and selected meals
- ·Site entries and access coordination
- ·Preparation circle access
- ·24/7 in-country support
What's not included
- ·International flights
- ·Travel insurance
- ·Visas and permits where applicable
- ·Personal offerings or donations
- ·Optional excursions
Preparation, etiquette & access
- Modest dress at sacred sites — shoulders and knees covered.
- Photography may be restricted in chapels, sanctuaries and certain temple halls.
- Silence or low conversation requested during services and rituals.
- Removed footwear in temples, shrines, mosques and traditional accommodation.
- Director credentials, silence level, faith framing
Your host
Journey circle
Reviews
4.71
based on 143 reviews
"The home-practice plan I left with has genuinely changed my daily routine. The retreat was the beginning, not the end."
— Fatima H., March
"The teaching quality was exceptional. The setting amplified everything — this is what a retreat should be."
— Marco F., July
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