01   /   The programme

What five days at Vine of the Soul look like

The Flexible Plant Medicine Retreat includes two ceremonies of your choice, agreed with the team after screening. The sample timetable includes an ayahuasca session on arrival day and a choice of ayahuasca or psilocybin on the second day. San Pedro and Bufo (5-MeO-DMT) are also listed as options at different points in the week. If you’re travelling specifically for ayahuasca, ask the facilitator which sessions can be offered on your dates and how they decide on spacing. Participation is voluntary and you can set aside time to rest. Programme and sample timetable

Arrival and the first two days

The sample schedule begins with lunch, a group welcome and a one-to-one conversation about what brought you to the retreat. The second day opens with breakfast and a sharing circle, with ceremony time later in the day. The programme is held in English, and the team also speaks German.

The middle of the stay

Later sessions sit alongside sharing circles, breathwork and meditation. The fourth day includes time for body-based or creative work and an integration circle. Ask during your introductory call how staff support guests who sit out a ceremony or need time away from the group.

Departure and follow-up

The fifth day ends with breakfast and a closing circle before midday checkout. Vine of the Soul lists a group follow-up call and an individual integration call within two months of the retreat. Ask who leads each call and how to reach the team if you need support sooner. Schedule and included support

How much preparation and integration do you want?

The standard package includes a group call before you arrive as well as the follow-up calls. If you want more one-to-one time, the separate Full Journey package is listed at €5,400, including the five-day retreat, six individual preparation sessions and five individual integration sessions. Compare the time commitment as well as the price. Ask when the sessions take place and whether the same person works with you on both sides of the retreat. Standard and Full Journey packages

02   /   The setting

Where you’ll stay in the Algarve

The retreat runs from a house in the Algarve countryside. Vine of the Soul gives the drive from Faro Airport as around 35 minutes and shares travel details after screening. Four nights and meals from the first lunch through the final breakfast are included in the five-day package. Check whether you’ll need to arrange and pay for your own transfer, and ask the team about dietary or accessibility requirements before committing. Accommodation and travel information

The standard rate is for a double room. A single en suite is available at a supplement, while the provider lists glamping at a reduced rate. Ask which rooms and tents are available for your dates. If you prefer privacy after an intense evening, check whether you’ll have your own room and bathroom. For a tent, find out how far the facilities are and what the setup is like in the month you’re visiting. Room options and prices

03   /   Plan your stay

Vine of the Soul’s 2026 and 2027 dates and prices

Late 2026 dates

Vine of the Soul’s planning calendar shows five-day group retreats on 11–15 and 21–25 November 2026. Check directly for remaining places and the applicable 2026 rate before arranging travel. Its December Soul Family dates are for returning guests. The provider also takes enquiries for private stays between group dates. Vine of the Soul’s planning calendar · Soul Family retreat

2027 dates for the five-day retreat

Vine of the Soul lists the 2027 package at €2,100 per person in a double room. The price covers four nights, meals, two ceremonies, preparation and integration. A single en suite carries a 60% supplement, and the listed charge for an extra ceremony is €380. The 20–24 July session has a different schedule. The provider lists an overnight peyote ceremony in place of the San Pedro day and asks guests to plan for an extra night at €95, with dinner and breakfast. Confirm room type, total price and availability for your preferred dates. Official 2027 dates and prices

04   /   Before you book

Screening, preparation and the legal context

What to ask on the introductory call

The provider starts with an introductory call, followed by a health and medication intake before booking. It lists a €40 call fee credited against the retreat if you book, and a 50% deposit after the intake. Ask who reviews your health information, who stays present during ceremonies and how the team handles medical emergencies. Find out what happens to the deposit if your health or the programme changes. Vine of the Soul’s application process · Research on retreat safety practices

Bianca founded Vine of the Soul. The provider publishes profiles of the facilitators and says its team has completed ICEERS AyaSafety training. You can ask which facilitators will be present on your dates, what each person’s role is and who leads follow-up after you leave. Meet the team · Vine of the Soul’s safety practices

Discuss medication with your prescriber

Ayahuasca is a psychoactive brew with roots in Indigenous Amazonian traditions. It can cause physical or psychological adverse effects and can interact with medicines. Tell the screening team about relevant health history and everything you take, and discuss suitability with an independent clinician. If you take antidepressants or other prescribed medication, speak to your prescriber before making any changes. Vine of the Soul describes its retreat as a personal development programme. For treatment of a health condition, speak with a qualified healthcare professional. Global Ayahuasca Survey · Ayahuasca adverse-effects review · NHS antidepressant guidance

Check the legal basis for the specific retreat

Portugal treats personal use and possession of controlled substances under an administrative framework. DMT remains controlled, and separate rules govern supply, distribution and importation. If you’re considering a particular event, ask the organiser what legal basis it relies on and get independent advice if you need to establish how the law applies. Portuguese personal-use law · Portuguese Judicial Police on DMT controls · ICEERS legal review