From April 19 to 28, 2026 (10 days / 8 nights)
Experience an unforgettable wellness journey in Portugal, in a small group, escorted by Catherine Agostini-Salembier and Imane Lahlou in the spring of 2026, featuring meditations and well-being workshops.
* GUIDED IN FRENCH
Price range: 4,149.00$ through 6,114.00$
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RELAXATION AND REJUVENATION
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Born by and for the sea, Portugal, this enchanting country was destined to set sail. With the Atlantic as its only horizon, the country of Vasco da Gama has a strong geographical personality and a unique cultural identity: its Moorish past has marked its history, its fortified towns with ornate chimneys evoke Andalusia, and its small ports nestled in coves are reminiscent of the Mediterranean islands.
Bathed in sunshine, the Algarve at the end of the world offers you its magnificent nature and villages nestled by the water’s edge, in wide bays that seduce with their special luminosity.
Imane and Catherine invite you to vibrate to the rhythm of Fado music and let yourself be lulled by the soothing melody of the Algarve, their favorite destination, for this rejuvenating journey while inviting you to cultivate JOY.
The workshops are indicated for information purposes only in the trip schedule. They will be offered throughout our adventure, sometimes on specific beaches, by the pool or by the sea, and other times during an excursion. Some practices may take place during a break or even during bus transfers.
Highlights
The plus
Eurasian, at the crossroads between the East and the West, Catherine Agostini-Salembier is an ethnotherapist, international speaker, meditation master, and trainer. She is also the founder and director of the wellness center Latitude bien-Être, www.latitudebienetre.org, and an “initiatory travel” guide. A writer, she is the co-author of Voyages Spirituels* (Spiritual Journeys) (Ulysse, 2019) and the author of an initiatory novel, Sur les épaules des Géants (On the Shoulders of Giants), and several works on personal and spiritual growth, including Faire de ses blessures un Chef-d’œuvre (Turning Your Wounds into a Masterpiece), Le souffle des Sages (The Breath of the Sages), Lumière. Faire rayonner le Temple du Cœur (Light. Making the Temple of the Heart Shine) (Béliveau éditeur, 2022), Greffe d’Amour (Love Graft) (Béliveau éditeur, 2023), and S’il te plaît dessine moi…une voie de sagesse! (Please Draw Me… A Path of Wisdom!) (Éditions Le Dauphin Blanc, 2024).
A woman inspired by nature, humanity, health, and science, she is originally from Morocco, a country where rhythms, colors, and flavors shaped her childhood and adolescence. Inspired by a deep desire to unite science and consciousness, Imane invites you during this desert crossing to forge a bond of friendship with your heart, your body, and your inner space. The themes explored during the workshops will allow you to pinpoint your essential needs, to listen, feel, and understand your body in order to nurture and integrate the different dimensions of health into your life.
Departure from Montreal, overnight flight to Lisbon.
Arrival at Lisbon airport. Transfer to the Algarve. Check-in at the hotel by the sea. Rest and possibility of a hike starting from the hotel towards “Praia Da Cova Redonda” with a breathtaking panorama (3km round trip). Opening ceremony. Dinner and overnight.
Two possible options for this day. OPTIONAL EXCURSION ($) – SILVES-FOIA-MONCHIQUE: Departure for Silves, visit its castle and the 12th-century Gothic cathedral. Continue towards the Serra de Monchique. Lunch on your own. Stop at Foia, the highest point of the Algarve, then discover Monchique, its charming church with a Manueline portal. Gourmet break for a tasting of local oranges, then return to the hotel in the late afternoon. OR FREE DAY:*After breakfast, workshop by the pool or the sea. Lunch on your own. The afternoon will be a great opportunity to savor the fresh sea air, the warm atmosphere, and the well-being of the location. Treat yourself to a time of rejuvenation with a moment of reading and writing, and why not a massage (optional $). Meditation and Talking Circle. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Two possible options for this day. **OPTIONAL EXCURSION ($) – SAGRES / CAPE ST VINCENT – PORCHES:** Departure for Sagres, a major site of maritime discoveries, with a visit to its fortress facing the ocean. Continue towards Cape St Vincent, an impressive southwestern point of Europe with spectacular cliffs. Lunch on your own. Drive to Porches, renowned for its traditional pottery craftsmanship, and visit an emblematic workshop. Return to the hotel at the end of the day. **OR FREE DAY:** After breakfast, practices by the pool or the sea. Lunch on your own, then free time. Meditation and Talking Circle. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, Catherine and Imane will offer you some practices by the pool or the sea. Lunch on your own. At 2 PM, departure for Lagos, and a visit to the city followed by a walk on Ponta da Piedade, one of the wonders of the Portuguese coast offering a magnificent panoramic view of the bay. Return to your hotel. Talking Circle. Dinner and overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Portimão Marina. This 2.5-hour adventure combines emotion and knowledge: observe cetaceans (dolphins and whales) in their natural habitat, accompanied by a marine biologist. Discover the magnificent rock formations of the Algarve coast, including the famous Benagil Cave, and cool off with a swim in the sea (subject to conditions at the time of the sea outing). Lunch on your own. On the way back, you will pass through Carvoeiro, with its golden sand beaches, ocean-sculpted cliffs, and preserved natural landscapes. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon. Workshop and Talking Circle. Dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, drive to Loulé, a town with typical Portuguese charm, to visit its renowned market and discover its lively center. Continue to Tavira with a walking tour of the old town: Church of Mercy, ruins of the Moorish castle, Roman bridge, medieval castle, and Santa Maria do Castelo Church. Lunch on your own. Discovery of Santa Luzia, a charming fishing village. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, workshop and talking circle. Dinner and overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Lisbon, check-in, and free time to discover its cobblestone streets, colorful azulejos, yellow trams, and magnificent viewpoints dominated by São Jorge Castle. Dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, explore Lisbon as you wish. Two possible options for this day. **OPTIONAL GUIDED CITY TOUR (4H) ($): Discovery of the Belém district with the Belém Tower (exterior view), as well as the Jerónimos Monastery (exterior view), and the monument dedicated to Henry the Navigator (exterior view). If time permits, a short walk in the city center (tourist coaches are not allowed in this area). **OR FREE DAY – Suggestions for discovering Lisbon: explore the Alfama district. Visit the Belém Tower. Discover the Jerónimos Monastery. Take Tram 28, which crosses several typical neighborhoods. Go up to St. George’s Castle. Stroll through the Bairro Alto district. Taste the famous pastéis de nata. Closing ceremony and Talking Circle. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Lisbon airport and return flight.**Itinerary subject to change – Exclusive tour, all rights reserved**
Joy will be at the heart of the workshops and sharing sessions. Meditations and activities fostering connection to the heart, joy, and self-love. Solo moments to connect with oneself, explore, sow seeds, and forge your own path to joy.
Going to meet yourself, learning to know and recognize yourself
Re-examining the deep meaning of joy versus pleasure
Highlighting the links between our thoughts, emotions, and joy
Highlighting our passions, our dreams, our essentials, and the deep meaning of our lives
Recognizing and freeing ourselves from the brakes that inhibit joy
Connecting with, listening to, respecting, and loving our body
Reconciling with oneself and the past
Survival, an antidote to freedom and joy
The regulation of the brain and microbiota
La santé, les liens et l’amour de soi des essentiels pour cultiver la joie
Health, relationships, and self-love as essentials for cultivating joy
The power of presence, creativity, and gratitude
The necessity of flexibility, adaptability, and suppleness
Presence, benevolence, and resilience
Connections with others, giving, and altruism
Taming, savoring, and loving LIFE despite difficulties and adversity.
PRICES
Early Bird Price*:
* $100 discount if registration is completed before December 19, 2025.
Regular price:
Subject to availability, limited quantities.
* Spiritours offers the possibility of pairing. If we are unable to pair you, Spiritours will cover the additional costs for registrations made more than 60 days before departure, but reserves the right to pair you even during the trip if necessary.
Optional Excursions Price:
* All prices are based on the exchange rate in effect on August 9, 2025.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES
THIS PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE
Conditions for customers purchasing a package without international flights
REGISTRATION
Registration deadline:
February 19, 2026
(60 days before departure or when the maximum number of passengers is reached). It is possible to register after this date, but a supplement may apply.
To register:
You can register on our website (see top right of the trip’s webpage) or download and fill out the PDF form and send it to us with your $750 deposit. You must register as early as possible, as places are limited. Please include a photocopy of your passport with your registration (international travel only).
Travel insurance:
For travel insurance, contact us to find out your premium.
Nb of participants:
Minimum 16 – Maximum 22
Required Documentation:
All Canadian travelers going to Europe must be in possession of a passport valid for at least three months after the planned return date.
For more information, please contact:
Annie Camden
(514) 374-7965, ext. 207
annie.camden@spiritours.com
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