The Golden Chrysalis
A 5D Retreat in Greece
with Heather Linn and Hakima Iliopoulou
20 to 27 September 2026
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Join us for an 8-day residential retreat for women and sync with the Field of Love on the beautiful Greek island of Lesvos.
A unique experience is waiting for you!
Lesvos is an off-the-beaten-track gem in the Aegean Sea. Even more remote, is Aegean Blue, our clifftop retreat venue on the western side of the island.
In this beautiful, secluded setting, we’ll tap into the Field of Love around Eressos and sync with this high-frequency energetic grid to support our 5D embodiment process.
The Golden Chrysalis is our alchemical space, where – like the butterfly in the chrysalis stage – your light body will be restructured and recalibrated for the New Earth timeline.
The focus of this 5D retreat is embodiment. So often we access the higher frequencies, but struggle to hold and embody them in our everyday reality field. When you come out of the Golden Chrysalis, you’ll experience a palpable frequency shift.
Guided by Heather and Hakima, the retreat program is a nourishing mix of guided meditations, 5D energy practices, embodiment processes, Reiki and yoga – and a sacred ceremony to celebrate the Autumn Equinox.
You’ll also have plenty of free time to relax by the pool, swim in the sea, go for a walk – and connect with the retreat tribe.
This is a unique opportunity to experience a taste of 5D living in a safe and supportive space and drop into your deep feminine heart, all while enjoying the pleasures of Greek island life!
There are only 12 places on this residential retreat –Book your spot soon!
Sync with the Field of Love – and find your joy!
When we say yes to love, we meet ourselves in our deep feminine heart and return to who we really are.
The retreat package includes:
Accommodation for 7 nights (2 persons sharing a room)
Delicious Greek food (all meals, except one supper) *
Daily meditation and pranayama
5 x 5D energy sessions with Heather
4 x movement meditation sessions with Hakima
5 x yoga classes
1 x Reiki treatment (individual)
Equinox ceremony on the beach
Excursion to Skala Eressos (transport)
Airport transfers to and from Mytilene, Lesvos
Free time every afternoon for pool, beach, nature walks.
*Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.
The Retreat Program
Day 1 – Sunday 20 September
Morning: Collection from Mytilene, arrival at the venue
Welcome lunch and meet the retreat tribe
Free time to settle in, relax at the pool or beach
Opening Circle with Heather & Hakima
Yoga Nidra with Hakima
Day 2 – Monday 21 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
Sacred Sharing Circle
5D energy practice with Heather
Afternoon: Free time
Yoga on the deck
Nadabrahma meditation with Hakima
Day 3 – Tuesday 22 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
Sacred Sharing Circle
5D energy practice with Heather
Afternoon: Free time
Yoga on the deck
Autumn Equinox ceremony on the beach
Day 4 – Wednesday 23 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
Sacred Sharing Circle
5D energy practice with Heather
Afternoon: Free time
Yoga on the deck
Nataraj movement meditation with Hakima
Day 5 – Thursday 24 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
5D energy practice with Heather
Afternoon: Free time
Yoga on the deck
Supper at a local taverna & free evening
Day 6 – Friday 25 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
Sacred Sharing Circle
5D energy practice with Heather
Afternoon: Free time
Yoga on the deck
Mystic Rose class with Hakima
Day 7 – Saturday 26 September
Meditation & Pranayama with Heather
Sacred Sharing Circle
Mystery session
Afternoon: Free time
Excursion to Skala Eressos
Shopping and typical Greek supper in the village.
Day 8 – Sunday 27 September
Sunrise meditation on the beach
Closing Circle
12pm: Depart to Mytilene for onward travel.
Please note: A basic level of fitness and mobility is required to participate in the retreat program, which includes meditation (sitting on cushions), yoga classes and daily walks to the beach down a cliff path.
Tranquil setting with breathtaking views
Located on the remote western side of the island, Aegean Blue sits on the cliff above Podaras overlooking the Aegean Sea. With spectacular rock formations, beautiful beaches and breathtaking views, it is the perfect spot for an immersive residential retreat.
There is a stunning cliffside pool, large yoga deck with amazing views, plenty of tranquil terraces to sit and stare at the turquoise sea, as well as a secluded beach for those not-to-be-missed daily swims.
The Retreat Venue
Aegean Blue
Secluded sandy beach
It is just five minutes walk down cliff stairs to a beautiful sandy beach where you can soak up the sun or swim in crystal clear water.
The traditional fishing village of Tavari – with a selection of tavernas, a shop or two and a fishing harbour – is also within easy walking distance of the retreat venue (approx. 15 minutes).
There will be plenty of free time to explore the village, laze on the beach or enjoy an afternoon siesta.
Light airy accommodation
The accommodation is spread across the venue in a number of separate cottages (apartments), each with a bedroom (two people sharing), bathroom and kitchenette. The cottages are light, airy and fully equipped with linen and towels.
We’ll share freshly prepared meals in a communal dining area. Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled water will be provided in all the cottages.
Book Your Spot!
20 to 27 September 2026
Full retreat package: €2 077
Includes 7 nights accommodation, all meals, daily program and airport transfers to and from Mytilene.
Excludes flights to Greece and flight or ferry to Mytilene, Lesvos
*** Early Bird offer until 28 February 2026 ***
Full retreat package: € 1 880
(Early bird offer ends on 28 February 2026 at 11:59pm Athens)
Deposit: € 625 (Due on booking)
Early bird balance: € 1 255 (Due by 1 July 2026)
When you’ve submitted the booking form and paid the deposit, you’ll receive an email from the Emerald Wisdom School confirming your reservation. Please check all your email folders, including Spam and Promotions – and save your confirmation email!
The Retreat Package
What’s included in your retreat package:
Airport transfers from Mytilene, Lesvos
Accommodation at the retreat venue (7 nights)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily (except one supper)
Morning meditation and pranayama
5 x 5D classes with Heather
4 x movement meditation classes with Hakima
5 x yoga classes
1 x Reiki treatment (individual)
Equinox ceremony on the beach
Excursion to Skala Eressos (transport)
What’s excluded from your retreat package:
Flights to Greece and ferry or flight to Lesvos island
Medical and travel insurance
Supper & drinks in Skala Eressos (one evening)
Drinks at the taverna (one evening)
Massage treatments (available by appointment).
Your Retreat Guides
Heather Linn is a quantum healer, psychic reader, spiritual mentor, and an author. For the past 16 years, she has run a thriving healing and coaching practice and hosted regular energy-related workshops and a few retreats in South Africa.
In 2022, Heather founded the Emerald Wisdom School to offer guidance and energy tools for the New Earth. Through the School, she offers a range of online courses and Mastery Classes and brings a wealth of knowledge about working with energy to her group teaching and 1:1 sessions.
Heather has trained extensively in the healing arts in South Africa, the United States and the United Kingdom and is an accredited healer with the British Alliance of Healing Associations (BASA), as well as a certified soul coach.
Her first book, No Gold Without the Dragon: Wisdom Teachings of a Quantum Healer was published in 2023.
Heather lives in Cape Town, South Africa.
Hakima Iliopoulou is a Reiki Master, a movement facilitator and a long-time meditator.
Hakima has a Reiki Third degree (Masters level) training and offers both in-person and remote healing sessions to her clients in Greece and further afield.
Since living in an ashram in India in 2004 (and returning for regular immersions), Hakima has walked the path of the Sannyasin (spiritual initiate) and has had a dedicated meditation practice for more than 22 years. She has trained in Osho meditation therapy, including Kundalini Nadabrahma Nataraj dancing meditation, and is an experienced facilitator of various movement meditation styles. She is also a practitioner of Five Rhythms Dance.
Born and raised in Athens, Hakima lives in Eressos on Lesvos island.
FAQs
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There are daily flights from Athens and Thessaloniki to Mytilene, the capital of Lesvos. This is a short one-hour flight.
There are also direct flights to Lesvos from several European cities, especially in summer.
There is a regular ferry from the port of Piraeus in Athens to Mytilene. The ferry takes between 12 - 17 hours depending on the ferry route.
You need to arrive in Mytilene no later than Sunday 20 September in the morning. Transfers from the airport are included in your retreat package. There will be two transfer times to connect with ferry and flight arrivals on Sunday morning.
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Greece is part of the European Union (EU) which means there is no visa requirement or travel restriction for EU citizens.
US, UK and Australian passport holders can enter Greece without a visa for 90 days.
South Africa passport holders require a Schengen visa.
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After the fierce heat of August, September is a beautiful month. It’s still warm, but not too hot, and the evenings can even be on the cool side (much easier to sleep!). It is unlikely that there will be rain, but of course you never know!
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The yoga classes will be suitable for all levels and beginners. No prior experience is required.
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You don’t need any prior meditation experience. Most of the meditations will be guided. But you do need willingness and capacity to sit on a cushion for approximately 30 minutes in one sitting.