Know Thyself

A Retreat in Greece with Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng

September 22–27, 2018 + Costa Navarino, Greece

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Eckhart Tolle

Kim Eng

Know Thyself is the ancient Greek aphorism inscribed at the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. Eckhart Tolle has often cited this well-known maxim as a perennial pointer to the formless dimension within. With Know Thyself, Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng invite you to a five-day retreat in Greece, at the singularly beautiful Westin Resort Costa Navarino.

Eckhart has a personal fondness for the early "flowers" of human consciousness, particularly the philosophers and visionaries of the Mediterranean world. In this retreat, in addition to his customary teachings on living a life of Presence, Eckhart will draw on teachings from Socrates, Plutarch, and other philosophers outside of the Greek tradition, sharing insights and themes common to his work and relevant to this day.

A Retreat to Explore the Depths of Who You Really Are

"There are two levels to knowing yourself," explains Eckhart. "The first level involves self-observation and recognizing your own egoic patterns. But at a deeper level, to know yourself is to be yourself."

Bringing us together in one of the birthplaces of human inquiry and inner investigation, Eckhart and Kim will lead us in a journey of self-illumination and discovery intended to help us realize and express who and what we are at the deepest level.

Join Eckhart and Kim Eng to experience six days of in-depth teaching sessions, practical Q&A, community immersion, stillness in nature, and much more—all amidst the pristine beauty of Greece's west coast.

“To know yourself at a deeper level is                
                        to know yourself as Presence.”
ECKHART TOLLE

Highlights

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    Inspiring daily talks with Eckhart Tolle

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    Presence Through Movement practice and talks with Kim Eng

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    Group meditation and practical question-and-answer sessions with Eckhart and Kim

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    Local excursions, sightseeing, fitness, or rejuvenating in the spa

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    Ample time for both solitude and community engagement

Location

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is situated in the Navarino Dunes area of Messinia on the Peloponnese peninsula of Greece, offering one of the most stunning scenic landscapes of the Mediterranean. Largely untouched by tourism, Costa Navarino harbors cultural values, traditions, and a history of more than 4,500 years.

The Westin Resort in Costa Navarino rests on a breathtaking stretch of sandy beach along the coast of the Ionian Sea—and is within driving distance of UNESCO World Heritage List sites including famous Olympia, Mystras, and the Temple of Apollo Epicurius, as well as Ancient Messene and the Palace of Nestor.

Resort

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is a beautiful remote resort and is the only local accommodation option for retreat attendees. Retreat participants should stay onsite at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino as registration with the hotel is required to enter the secure, private grounds. Staying onsite also allows you to participate with the community and immerse yourself in the retreat experience.

A special lodging package including three delicious daily meals will be offered starting at the following discounted rates:

  • $287 Euros per night (approximately $321 USD) for a single room
  • $374 Euros per night (approximately $418 USD) for a double room

Our room block at the Westin is nearly sold out. If you are unable to book a room online, please email events@costanavarino.com, and they can help you get a room at the regular hotel rates. Registering for the retreat does not guarantee that a room will be held for you. Once the rooms in our special retreat block sell out, your only option will be to book a standard room through The Westin Resort Costa Navarino website at the available room rate and will only include breakfast.

For those who would like to find a roommate, please visit the Meetup forum.

Lodging costs are paid separately to The Westin and are not included in your  retreat tuition. Our special group lodging rate will only be available until July 22, 2018 pending the availability of rooms and will require a two-night deposit. After that date, rooms can be booked at the current hotel rates based on availability. Please be sure to review the room cancellation penalties at the time of booking.

Dining

Your room lodging rate includes three daily meals for retreat participants beginning on Saturday evening, September 22, and ending with lunch on Thursday, September 27.

Breakfast and lunch will be offered as a private buffet for retreat participants. For dinner, you will have the option to join other participants at the buffet or use a meal credit at one of the many wonderful restaurants The Westin has to offer. Gluten-free and vegetarian options will be available.

Travel

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is located approximately 3.5 hours west of Athens on the Peloponnese peninsula.

Nearby International Airports:

Athens International Airport—ATH (310 km/192 miles, 3.5-hour drive)
Service from around the world

Kalamata Airport - KLX (50 km/30 miles, 1-hour drive)
Direct service from many European cities


Shuttle Service

Shuttles to and from both the Athens and Kalamata airports will be provided by our partner, Horizon Travel, on the dates listed below. Transportation on other days can be reserved on a custom, private basis.

Group Shuttles to the Westin Resort Costa Navarino from Athens (ATH) or Kalamata (KLX)

  • Friday, September 21
  • Saturday, September 22
  • Thursday, September 27
  • Friday, September 28
Optional Activities

Optional Activities

We invite you to sign up to participate in one or more optional activities to explore Greece during your retreat. Activity options include a tour of Methoni Castle, a day trip to the Ancient City of Messene, a day trip to the birthplace of the Olympics, a Greek olive oil tasting, a boat cruise of Navarino Bay, and hiking around the Navarino Bay and beaches.

All activities are scheduled in the mornings and will NOT conflict with any of Eckhart’s presentations. Each attendee will be given the option to participate in a Presence Through Movement workshop with Kim Eng on one morning of the retreat, and the activities can be booked on the alternate mornings.

Activities will be produced by our destination management partner, Horizon Travel, and are in private groups led by highly qualified guides. Activities are paid to and scheduled directly with Horizon. We suggest that you register for your retreat and schedule your movement session with Kim Eng first, then book your activities with Horizon.


Schedule

3:00  pm – 8:00 pm Registration
7:00 pm Doors Open
8:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Activity Desk
8:00 am – 1:00 pm Optional Activities
10:00 am – 8:00 pm Information
10:30 am Kim Eng “Presence Through Movement” GROUP 1
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Doors Open
2:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Break
4:30 pm Kim Eng
8:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Activity Desk
8:00 am – 1:00 pm Optional Activities
10:00 am – 8:00 pm Information
10:30 am Kim Eng “Presence through Movement” GROUP 2
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Doors Open
2:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Break
4:30 pm Kim Eng
8:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Activity Desk
8:00 am – 5:00 pm Optional Activities
10:00 am – 1:00 pm Information
10:30 am Kim Eng “Presence through Movement” GROUP 3
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch
8:00 pm Spiritual Entertainment Evening with Eckhart Tolle
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Activity Desk
8:00 am – 1:00 pm Optional Activities
10:00 am – 1:00 pm Information
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Doors Open
2:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Break
4:00 pm – 7:45 pm Silent Auction
4:30 pm Kim Eng
8:00 pm Eckhart Tolle
9:30 am Doors Open
10:00 am Eckhart Tolle
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch

Morning sessions will include the opportunity to attend one session of Kim Eng’s Presence Through Movement workshops or participate in optional activities. Afternoon and evening sessions will be talks, meditations, and Q&A with Eckhart and Kim.

This event is sold out!
$1,297 USD

Registration fee covers tuition only. Lodging, which includes three meals daily, is paid separately through The Westin Resort Costa Navarino. Activities and shuttle services are paid separately through Horizon Travel.