Guided fasting
Structured Buchinger fasting with daily guidance, preparation and careful refeeding throughout the retreat.
An Retreat at Legacy Yên Tử
When rest no longer feels deep enough.
Five days of guided Buchinger fasting in the sacred mountains of Yên Tử, designed to slow everything down. Mornings begin quietly. Mountain air and a calm daily structure ease the pace. Less pressure, fewer distractions, more space to think clearly and feel like yourself again.
- Mornings that begin without urgency or noise.
- Enough space to finally hear yourself clearly again.
- A structure that feels grounding, not demanding.
Why people come here
Sometimes nothing is obviously wrong. But something no longer feels aligned.
Life still functions. Work continues. From the outside, everything looks fine.
But rest no longer restores. Silence has grown uncomfortable. And somewhere beneath the pace of daily life, something quietly drifted.
Not because life collapsed. Because silence slowly disappeared.
- You are still performing, but deep rest has quietly disappeared.
- Thoughts rarely settle. You can't remember the last time you were truly still.
- Noise, momentum and output have started costing more than they return.
What begins to shift
Stillness first. Then clarity.
As the pace slows, many guests begin to notice small but meaningful shifts.
- Sleep becomes deeper.
- Thoughts become quieter.
- The body softens.
- Conversations feel calmer.
By the end, the retreat is not just something you attended. It is a rhythm you can take home.
- Day 1 Arrive
- Day 2 Slow down
- Day 3 Clear
- Day 4 Feel lighter
- Day 5 Return grounded
A simple rhythm, held gently from arrival to refeeding.
Why An Retreat
More than a wellness holiday.
More than a wellness holiday.
A different way to reset.
A beautiful hotel can help you switch off for a few days. But An Retreat is designed differently.
The retreat combines guided Buchinger fasting, mountain stillness, gentle structure and reflection into an experience that changes the pace of daily life itself. You are not simply consuming wellness. You are stepping into a calmer rhythm long enough to actually feel yourself again.
Mountain stillness
The atmosphere of Yên Tử begins slowing the nervous system before you consciously notice it.
Small groups
A smaller international group protects the quiet and allows more personal guidance throughout.
Reflection & integration
The retreat closes with gentle practices that help carry the reset back into everyday life.
03Your days
The retreat rhythm
What your days begin to feel like.
Mornings begin quietly. Tea, mountain air and gentle movement before the day fully begins.
By afternoon, the pace has softened. Conversations become calmer. Silence no longer feels uncomfortable. In the evening, broth, candlelight and early sleep restore a rhythm many guests have not felt for years.
Morning
Tea, mountain air and gentle movement allow the body to wake slowly, without urgency or noise.
Daytime
Guided fasting, reflection, quiet walks and calm structure hold the day together without pressure.
Evening
Broth, candlelight, meditation and early sleep soften the pace even further.
04Method
Method & safety
Guided fasting, careful support, and a structure you can trust.
The retreat follows a Buchinger-inspired fasting structure with preparation, guided fasting days, daily support and careful refeeding.
You are not left alone with the process.
- 01 Prepare Gentle preparation before arrival.
- 02 Fast Structured fasting with calm support.
- 03 Be guided Daily guidance and human presence.
- 04 Refeed A careful return to food.
- 05 Integrate Bringing the quieter rhythm home.
- Pre-arrival guidance helps guests prepare gently, so the transition into fasting feels steady.
- Daily check-ins, gentle movement and support make the process feel human throughout.
- A careful refeeding period means guests leave with a stable rhythm, not an abrupt stop.
- This is not a medical clinic. It is a guided fasting retreat with thoughtful human presence.
Stillness is not empty. It reveals what constant noise hides.
The retreat does not try to turn you into someone else. Only quieter. Clearer. More present.05The place
The setting
Where the mountains do part of the work.
Legacy Yên Tử does not feel like a standard resort.
Stone paths, quiet courtyards, wooden corridors and mountain mist create a slower pace before the programme even begins.
You do not have to force stillness here. The place quietly invites it.
06Practical details
Quiet comfort after quiet days
A quiet place to land at the end of the day.
After fasting, walking, reflection and silence, your room is simply where the day settles.
The choices are kept simple so the decision does not interrupt the quiet.
Private room
For one guest who wants more privacy and uninterrupted quiet.
Shared room
For two guests who want to share the retreat while keeping the cost lower per person.
Your own room
For guests who want privacy and uninterrupted quiet throughout the retreat.
Private room
Deluxe Room
38,600,000 VNDper person · single occupancy
A calm private room for guests who want stillness to continue after the fasting day ends.
Show room details
- Legacy Yên Tử Deluxe category
- Single occupancy
- Located within the main hotel
Private room
Superior Room
38,600,000 VNDper person · single occupancy
A simpler private room for guests who want the same support in a quieter category.
Show room details
- Legacy Yên Tử Superior category
- Single occupancy
- Located within the main hotel
A room for two
For two guests who want to share the retreat without losing the quiet it asks for.
Shared room with a friend
Superior Twin Room
33,800,000 VNDper person · lower shared rate
A quieter shared option for two guests who want to make the retreat journey together.
Show room details
- Legacy Yên Tử Superior category
- Two guests
- Shared occupancy package
Shared room with a friend
Deluxe Twin Room
33,800,000 VNDper person · lower shared rate
A shared stay that keeps comfort in place without losing the contemplative tone of the retreat.
Show room details
- Legacy Yên Tử Deluxe category
- Two guests
- Shared occupancy package
Practical confidence
What is held for you.
Accommodation, the retreat programme, daily support and guidance are all included, so you arrive and everything is taken care of.
Stay
4 nights at Legacy Yên Tử MGallery.
Programme
Fasting guidance, movement, meditation, and education.
Support
Check-ins, fasting materials, and refeed support.
Included
- 4 nights’ accommodation at Legacy Yên Tử with retreat-selected room categories.
- Daily Buchinger fasting support, preparation guidance, and refeed structure.
- Gentle movement, meditation, reflection practices, and practical education.
- Fasting journal, care materials, and human guidance from the Vietnam Detox team.
- A small-group setting that protects quiet rather than crowding the days.
Not included
- International or domestic flights and visa costs.
- Travel insurance and specialist medical support outside the retreat scope.
- Private shopping, personal excursions, or leisure activities beyond the retreat rhythm.
- Additional spa treatments or upgrades outside the hosted retreat inclusion.
07Is this for you?
Is this your retreat?
Not everyone is looking for this kind of stillness.
An Retreat is designed for people who are broadly well but quietly overstretched, and who are ready for something more intentional than a holiday.
This may be for you if
You are ready for this kind of stillness.
- You feel something needs to change, even if nothing looks seriously wrong.
- You value silence, nature, small groups and thoughtful guidance.
- You are open to a contemplative pace, without needing anything structured or dogmatic.
Less suited if
Another retreat may suit you better.
- You are seeking medical treatment or clinical supervision.
- You want intensive fitness training or a performance programme.
- You mainly want spa indulgence or social entertainment.
- You prefer a high-energy or highly social environment.
FAQ
Common questions before you book.
Is this retreat beginner-friendly?
Yes. Preparation, orientation, and daily guidance are part of the retreat, so guests do not need previous fasting experience.
Is this a medical retreat?
No. It is a guided wellness retreat with clear fasting structure and support, but it is not a substitute for clinical care.
What if I feel weak while fasting?
Daily check-ins, hydration, movement, and refeeding are built into the rhythm so guests are not left alone with the process.
Can I join alone?
Yes. Solo guests are common, and private room options are available for more personal space.
Can couples or friends join together?
Yes. Shared rooms are intended for two guests booking together.
How many guests are in each group?
The group is intentionally small so the pace stays calm and the guidance remains personal.
What happens after booking?
The team confirms your date, room type, intake details, and preparation guidance before arrival.
What should I prepare?
You will receive practical preparation guidance before arrival, including how to soften meals and begin the transition into the retreat rhythm.
Travel insurance and cancellation
Travel insurance is required. The retreat agreement is shared before payment so you can review the cancellation terms first.
What is the language of instruction?
The programme runs in English, with Vietnamese support for key teachings.
Begin your retreat
You do not leave with more stimulation. You leave with more space.
Return quieter, clearer and more connected to yourself.
Most guests do not leave An Retreat with more stimulation. They leave quieter, lighter and more able to hear what matters again. If this feels like the kind of reset you need, choose a date or schedule a conversation with us first.
