Exceptional Last Minute Wellness Holidays for October, November & December 2026

October, November and December are among the best moments to book last minute holidays in the wellness world. The summer crowds are gone, the Mediterranean is still mild, and many of the world's leading medical clinics and spas release availability as the year draws to a close. If you are flexible and ready to book, there are still outstanding last minute wellness holidays throughout October, November and December 2026.

Whether you want an intensive health reset, an Ayurvedic immersion, a medical wellness programme or a simple luxury spa escape, this guide brings together up to 15 of our most sought-after retreats, month by month, depending on availability, with our advice on how to book at short notice. Each one is listed with its dates and flexible dates: tell us when you want to travel and we will build the stay around you.

Can you still book a last minute wellness holiday for October, November or December 2026?

Yes. Many leading retreats hold back allocations or release late cancellations, and Healing Holidays often secures availability only weeks or days before departure. Choose your month, tell us your goal and your flexible dates, and our advisers will check real-time availability and the best current offers for you.

For a seasonal overview, see our guide to the best autumn wellness retreats for 2026, or browse our latest last minute health retreat deals.

Why book a wellness holiday between October and December?

• Shoulder-season value. October and November often bring the best offers, smaller crowds and a calmer atmosphere than the peak season.
• Mild Mediterranean weather. Sicily, Crete, Cyprus and the French Riviera stay warm and ideal for walking and cycling. Looking further ahead? See our winter spa breaks in Europe.
• A pre-winter health check. It is the ideal time to work on sleep, stress, immunity and metabolic health before the colder months. Read how to strengthen your immune system this autumn.
• A season of renewal. Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine regard autumn as a time of natural transition, which makes it auspicious for detoxification and rest. See our Ayurveda tips for the autumn.
• A fresh start before year-end. A December stay lets you finish the year with a clear plan, rather than waiting for January. For ideas, read getting back in shape after Christmas.

Last Minute October Wellness Holidays

October is the sweet spot: warm seas, golden light and quiet resorts. Late-season Mediterranean sunshine and mountain scenery make it ideal for a short break, or a longer reset while the days are still long.

Forte Village Resort, Sardinia, Italy

Forte Village proves that a wellness retreat does not have to mean retreating from everything else. Its Acquaforte Thalasso & Spa is built around seawater and thalassotherapy, combining relaxation with active recovery. New for 2026 are a Russian banya and a marine mud treatment. Discover more in our guide to the best thalassotherapy spas in Europe.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Thalassotherapy, spa circuits, banya, marine mud treatment
• Best for: Thalassotherapy and active luxury
• Current offers: 
  • Early Booking Discount*: a 15% room discount when you book by 31 October 2026, for stays until 1 November 2026.
  • October Half Term Offer**: children stay for free, plus a 15% room discount, one complimentary Academy for one child, special discounts on additional Academies, and complimentary transfers from and to Cagliari airport. Valid for stays between 1 October and 1 November 2026.
  • Repeat Guests Offer*: €200 per room per stay towards all food and leisure activities if you have previously booked Forte Village with Healing Holidays since 2022. Minimum 7-night stay required, valid for 2026 reservations.
  • Added Value Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a complimentary thalassotherapy session at the Acquaforte spa when you book any wellness programme.

*These offers are combinable.
**This offer is not combinable with any other offer or promotion. T&Cs apply.

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Pine Cliffs Resort, Algarve, Portugal

An easy-going Atlantic escape. Once the main season is over, the Algarve feels peaceful, with comfortable temperatures for walking and outdoor activity. The 1,200-square-metre Serenity Spa takes a holistic approach, with treatments inspired by the natural elements of the region.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Holistic spa treatments, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A flexible wellness holiday balancing outdoor activity and rest
• Current offer: A complimentary 25-minute back, head or legs massage, or a complimentary group class, with any wellness programme booking.

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Daios Cove, Crete, Greece

Crete makes particular sense once the high-season crowds have gone: the sea is still inviting and the atmosphere is far more relaxed. The newly redesigned KĒPOS wellness centre covers 2,500 square metres of treatments, fitness and thermal facilities, including a vitality pool, hammam, infrared sauna, cryotherapy chamber and hyperbaric oxygen chamber.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Cryotherapy, thermal circuit, hammam, hyperbaric oxygen, Pilates and yoga
• Best for: A luxurious modern spa by the sea
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): one cryotherapy session and one therapeutic water circuit per person per stay. Valid for stays during the 2026 season, subject to availability upon arrival.
  • Free Room Upgrade* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): an upgrade from a Deluxe Sea View Room to a Deluxe Sea View Room with Individual Pool, subject to availability upon arrival. Valid for stays during the 2026 season.
  • Room Discount*: up to 30% off when you book a room, suite or villa. Valid for stays until 7 November 2026, book by 15 October 2026.
  • Free Meal Upgrade*: Half Board upgraded to Full Board if you book a Deluxe Room Sea View or a Deluxe Room Sea View with Individual Pool. Valid for stays until 7 November 2026, book by 15 October 2026.

*These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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ADLER Spa Resort Sicilia, Italy

On Sicily's southern coast, ADLER pairs a seaside setting with a serious wellness offering: the AQUAE spa has heated saline pools, a thalasso pool, saunas and steam facilities. October is a real season here, with e-bike rides through olive groves and visits to local producers. Read about the cultural soul of southwest Sicily.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Thalassotherapy, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A nature-led Mediterranean reset
• Current offer: A 10% programme discount on the Detox and Thalasso programme. T&C's apply.

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Almyra, Paphos, Cyprus

Cyprus is one of the safest bets for a final dose of Mediterranean sunshine, with warm temperatures well into October. Almyra adds a contemporary wellness sensibility, with Almyraspa, pools, sun decks, private rooftop classes and personal training.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Spa treatments, rooftop classes, personal training
• Best for: A relaxed, stylish escape with reliable warmth
• Current offer: A complimentary board upgrade for children under 12 to the same board as their parents.

Valid for stays between 01 Apr - 31 Oct 2026. Book by 31 Oct 2026. T&C's apply.

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Lily of the Valley, French Riviera, France

Just beyond Saint-Tropez, Lily of the Valley offers Riviera glamour without the peak-season crowds. Around 2,000 square metres are dedicated to wellness, fitness and weight management, with a semi-Olympic heated pool, saunas, steam room, cold plunge and expert nutritional guidance. Explore more spa breaks in France.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Weight management, nutrition, heated pool, cold plunge, fitness
• Best for: Riviera wellness and weight management
• Current offer: 
  • Added Value Offer*: a spa credit per room per stay with any wellness programme: €75 for a minimum 5-night stay, or €100 for a minimum 7-night stay. Valid for stays until 31 December 2026.

*Offers are not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Italy

Lake Garda is at its most atmospheric in October, with a golden hue over the mountains. The 4,300-square-metre Lefay SPA uses the Lefay SPA Method, which draws on Classical Chinese Medicine alongside Western science, with programmes for sleep, stress, fitness, longevity and immunity. Read why Lefay Lago di Garda is one of the world's best spas.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Lefay SPA Method (Classical Chinese Medicine), sleep and stress programmes, hiking and cycling
• Best for: Lake views and holistic spa experiences
• Current offers: 
  • Free Night Offer*: stay 4 nights and pay for 3, stay 5 nights and pay for 4, or stay 6 nights and pay for 5. Valid on specific dates in 2026.
  • Added Value Offer*:
    • 3 nights: one free entrance per person to the Salt Lake "La Luna nel Lago".
    • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €100 per room.
    • 7 nights: an upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite on arrival (subject to availability).
    • 10 nights: early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability).
  • Free Room Upgrade: a free room upgrade, subject to availability.
  • Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat guests only):
    • 3 nights: two free entrances per person to the Salt Lake.
    • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €200 per room.
    • 7 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: a guaranteed upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite in low season. (until 23 December 2026).
    • 10 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: approximately £260 off your transfers.
      

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. *These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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SHA Spain

SHA has helped define the modern medical spa retreat. Programmes combine advanced diagnostics, medical expertise and holistic therapies across longevity, detox, weight management, stress, sleep, performance and metabolic health. An October stay gives you a structured way to review your health foundations before winter. See our guide to SHA Spain, the world's leading luxury medical spa.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Advanced diagnostics, longevity, detox, sleep, weight management
• Best for: Measurable, medically informed outcomes
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value, Autumn Immunity Boost**: on a programme of 7 nights or more, benefits worth approximately £1,000: two intermittent hypoxia-hyperoxia sessions (45 minutes), one cell regenerator session (50 minutes), one near infrared thermal therapy or photobiomodulation session (20 minutes), one cryotherapy session (10 minutes), and one SHA Immune Boost or SHA Essentials supplement. Valid for stays until 21 December 2026.
  • Added Value Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a 7-night programme, a free upgrade to the next suite category, early check-in and late check-out, one complimentary 50-minute massage per person, and waiting list priority during high season. Upgrade and check-in/out are subject to availability on arrival.
  • Free Room Upgrade and Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Residences Booking Offer*: on a SHA Residence, a €200 daily credit per Residence for wellbeing or active living, one curated exclusive activity of your choice, and a dedicated Residence Concierge.
  • Presidential, Royal Suite or Residence bookings*: choose one benefit: private access to the SHA Cinema, a one-hour private entrance to the Spa & Wellness Area (subject to availability), or a SHAmadi tea tasting.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (SHA Privilege Members): up to 20% off accommodation and a free room upgrade (subject to availability) when you book your next stay during your visit.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026 unless stated. *Offers are not combinable. **Combinable with the Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays). T&Cs apply.

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Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy

In the hills south of Rome, Palazzo Fiuggi combines the tradition of the Italian thermal retreat with a medical approach: diagnostic assessments, consultations, personalised nutrition and holistic treatments, in programmes such as Deep Detox, Optimal Weight and Longevity.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Diagnostics, personalised nutrition, detox, longevity
• Best for: A European medical retreat with a nutritional focus
• Current offers: 
  • Spa Credits*: €200 per person on a 7-night programme, or €400 per person on a programme of 14 nights or more.
  • Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat clients only): a 10% room discount, a guaranteed upgrade to the next room category, and 20% off extra non-medical spa treatments on programmes of 7 nights or more.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. *Offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland

The most medically rigorous setting in our collection, for travellers who regard wellness as a long-term investment. Programmes include Revitalisation, Master Detox, Life Reset, Brain Potential and Healthy Weight, backed by advanced screening and a team of more than 50 specialists. Read about longevity medicine at Clinique La Prairie.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Longevity medicine, advanced screening, Master Detox, Life Reset
• Best for: Precision longevity and diagnostics
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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Lanserhof Sylt, Germany

On the North Sea island of Sylt, Lanserhof turns wind, dunes and wild coastal landscapes into part of the programme. The 20,000-square-metre health resort is led by a medical director specialising in internal medicine and cardiology, and shorter programmes such as the Essential Health Check make it easy to start. Read our Lanserhof Sylt medical spa guide.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Diagnostics, Mayr cure, sleep and stress programmes, longevity
• Best for: A serious health reset in a coastal setting
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offer**: on a programme of 7 nights or more, an upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), complimentary limousine pick-up and drop-off from Westerland Station or Airport, and a VIP gift.
  • Free Transfers**: complimentary transfers to and from Hamburg Airport on a programme of 10 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer, Added Value** (repeat guests only): one Lanserhof signature facial per person on a programme of 4 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer, Free Nights* (repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6, stay 14 nights and pay for 12, or stay 21 nights and pay for 18. Valid for stays from 1 October to 31 December 2026.

Valid for 2026 bookings. *This offer is not combinable with the Repeat Guests Added Value Offer. **These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Mount Med Resort, Austria

An Alpine sanctuary for preventive health. Mount Med combines luxury hospitality with medical-grade assessments of physical and mental imbalances, biological age and metabolic indicators, with personalised nutrition and exercise guidance. In October the mountains and forests are at their most beautiful.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Medical assessments, biological age analysis, nutrition and exercise guidance
• Best for: Alpine preventive health
• Current offers: 
  • Free Nights Offer*: book a 7-night programme and pay for 5 nights, a 10-night programme and pay for 8, or a 14-night programme and pay for 12. You also receive one complimentary 35-minute Neuroscience Therapy session per person. Valid for stays between 1 October and 13 December 2026, book by 31 October 2026.
  • Added Value Offer** (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a programme of 7 nights or more, benefits worth €500: a 60-minute triple detox skin rejuvenation treatment (far infrared heat, plasma and light therapy), a 30-minute neuroscience therapy session (neuro-relaxation and cognitive training to reduce chronic stress and improve sleep), a 30-minute Emsella treatment (pelvic floor strengthening), and a 40-minute Ballancer pressotherapy session (lymphatic stimulation). Valid for stays until 31 December 2027.
  • Free Room Upgrade* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a free upgrade to the next room category, subject to availability. Valid for stays until 31 December 2027.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6. Valid for 2026 reservations.

*The Free Nights Offer and Free Room Upgrade are combinable. **The Added Value Offer is combinable with the other offers. T&Cs apply.

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Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay, Morocco

On Morocco's Mediterranean coast, Royal Mansour combines exceptional hospitality with a 4,300-square-metre Medi-Spa: preventive and holistic approaches, medical-aesthetic treatments, thalassotherapy, light therapy, a Watsu pool and traditional hammam rituals. Programmes such as the 14-day Total Reset combine medical science, nutrition and lifestyle intervention.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Medi-Spa, thalassotherapy, light therapy, Watsu, hammam rituals, Total Reset
• Best for: Medical wellness with year-round warmth
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand

On Bang Krachao, Bangkok's famously green lung, RAKxa combines advanced medical diagnostics with traditional healing practices: modern medicine alongside traditional Thai and Eastern therapies. Programmes begin from three nights. Read about RAKxa, the best medical spa and longevity clinic.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Integrative medicine, Thai and Eastern therapies, longevity diagnostics, gut and immunity support
• Best for: A comprehensive health reset combining Eastern and Western approaches
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offers 2026 (exclusive to Healing Holidays), valid for stays until 31 October 2026: on a wellness programme of 5 nights or more, a complimentary Marma Healing Massage or Corrective Exercise session, a guaranteed upgrade to a Pool Villa (subject to availability, upon confirmed booking), guaranteed early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), and a complimentary pre-consultation with an expert or specialist.
  • Additional Night's Offer 2026: a wellness treatment credit worth approximately £200 per person per extra night, redeemable on treatments, sessions and laboratory investigations at RAKxa Jai, RAKxa Gaya and VitalLife. Valid for stays until 31 October 2026.
  • Added Value Offer*: on a 5-night programme, a complimentary Cortisol and DHEA-S diagnostic (key hormones for stress response, energy and metabolism). On a programme of 7 nights or more, choose one complimentary Cortisol and DHEA-S diagnostic or a Blood Age Diagnostic (biological age and cellular decline). Valid for stays until 31 October 2027.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): one complimentary holistic treatment on a 10-night programme, two on 15 nights, and three on 20 nights. Valid for stays until 31 October 2027.

*This offer is not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Six Senses Vana, India

For the ultimate deep reset, the Himalayan foothills offer something no European destination can fully replicate. Vana brings together Ayurveda, yoga, Tibetan Medicine and natural healing therapies, with a wellness screening and a programme tailored around you. Panchakarma programmes extend to 21 nights, and autumn is an especially auspicious time in the Ayurvedic calendar for such work.

• Dates: October 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Tibetan healing, yoga, detox
• Best for: Deep immersive wellness and holistic transformation
• Current offers: 
  • Multi-Night Discount: 10% off 5 to 9 nights, 15% off 10 to 20 nights, 20% off 21 nights or more.
  • Room Upgrade (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a guaranteed upgrade from a Garden Room to a Forest Room, or from a Bodhi Suite to a Forest Suite (subject to availability).
  • Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays): guaranteed early check-in and late check-out when you book a Garden or Forest room.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6.

Valid for stays until 20 December 2027 unless stated. T&Cs apply.

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October Last Minute Availability Overview

Please contact Healing Holidays to check real-time availability and secure your last minute October booking.

Last Minute November Wellness Holidays

November is the month of the focused reset: shorter days, quiet resorts and a natural appetite for medical programmes and restorative stays, with Mediterranean sunshine still available for those who want it.

Pine Cliffs Resort, Algarve, Portugal

The Algarve in November is quiet and restful, with the Atlantic as a dramatic backdrop. The Serenity Spa's holistic treatments, detox, fitness and yoga programmes suit a calm, restorative break.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Holistic spa treatments, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A flexible wellness holiday balancing outdoor activity and rest
• Current offer: A complimentary 25-minute back, head or legs massage, or a complimentary group class, with any wellness programme booking.

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ADLER Spa Resort Sicilia, Italy

ADLER's autumn offer extends into November and December, which makes it one of the best options for a late-season escape. The AQUAE spa's saline and thalasso pools suit slower, cooler days.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Thalassotherapy, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A nature-led Mediterranean reset
• Current offer: A 10% programme discount on the Detox and Thalasso programme. T&C's apply.

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Almyra, Paphos, Cyprus

Temperatures in Cyprus remain warm well into November, so Almyra is a dependable choice for winter-bound travellers who want sunshine, movement and a stylish spa.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Spa treatments, rooftop classes, personal training
• Best for: A relaxed, stylish escape with reliable warmth
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability. 

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Lily of the Valley, French Riviera, France

In November the Riviera is quiet, the beach empty and the hills ideal for long walks. It is a very good moment to follow a weight management and nutrition programme with expert guidance.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Weight management, nutrition, heated pool, cold plunge, fitness
• Best for: Riviera wellness and weight management
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offer*: a spa credit per room per stay with any wellness programme: €75 for a minimum 5-night stay, or €100 for a minimum 7-night stay. Valid for stays until 31 December 2026.
  • Free Room Upgrade*: a guaranteed room upgrade (subject to availability) when you book a wellness programme at least 45 days in advance. Valid for stays until 31 March 2027, blackout dates apply. Applies to stays from late November.

*Offers are not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Italy

A November stay at Lefay is about stillness: lake views, the energy-rebalancing treatments of the Lefay SPA Method, and personalised programmes for sleep, stress and immunity as winter approaches.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Lefay SPA Method (Classical Chinese Medicine), sleep and stress programmes
• Best for: Lake views and holistic spa experiences
• Current offers: 
  • Free Night Offer*: stay 4 nights and pay for 3, stay 5 nights and pay for 4, or stay 6 nights and pay for 5. Valid on specific dates in 2026.
  • Added Value Offer*:
    • 3 nights: one free entrance per person to the Salt Lake "La Luna nel Lago".
    • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €100 per room.
    • 7 nights: an upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite on arrival (subject to availability).
    • 10 nights: early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability).
• Free Room Upgrade: a free room upgrade, subject to availability.
• Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
• Repeat Guests Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat guests only):
  • 3 nights: two free entrances per person to the Salt Lake.
  • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €200 per room.
  • 7 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: a guaranteed upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite in low season.
  • 10 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: approximately £260 off your transfers.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. *These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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SHA Spain

November is a strategic month for SHA: rather than waiting for January, you can review sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress and key health markers, and leave with a plan to continue at home.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Advanced diagnostics, longevity, detox, sleep, weight management
• Best for: Measurable, medically informed outcomes
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value, Autumn Immunity Boost**: on a programme of 7 nights or more, benefits worth approximately £1,000: two intermittent hypoxia-hyperoxia sessions (45 minutes), one cell regenerator session (50 minutes), one near infrared thermal therapy or photobiomodulation session (20 minutes), one cryotherapy session (10 minutes), and one SHA Immune Boost or SHA Essentials supplement. Valid for stays until 21 December 2026.
  • Added Value Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a 7-night programme, a free upgrade to the next suite category, early check-in and late check-out, one complimentary 50-minute massage per person, and waiting list priority during high season. Upgrade and check-in/out are subject to availability on arrival.
  • Free Room Upgrade and Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Residences Booking Offer*: on a SHA Residence, a €200 daily credit per Residence for wellbeing or active living, one curated exclusive activity of your choice, and a dedicated Residence Concierge.
  • Presidential, Royal Suite or Residence bookings*: choose one benefit: private access to the SHA Cinema, a one-hour private entrance to the Spa & Wellness Area (subject to availability), or a SHAmadi tea tasting.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (SHA Privilege Members): up to 20% off accommodation and a free room upgrade (subject to availability) when you book your next stay during your visit.
  • Early Booking Discount*: a 10% room discount when you book at least 45 days in advance. Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. 

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026 unless stated. *Offers are not combinable. **Combinable with the Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays). T&Cs apply.

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Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy

The Ciociaria countryside in November invites walking and genuine rest. Palazzo Fiuggi's medical and nutritional programmes, from Deep Detox to Longevity, offer a slower, more thorough reset. 

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Diagnostics, personalised nutrition, detox, longevity
• Best for: A European medical retreat with a nutritional focus
• Current offers: 
  • Spa Credits*: €200 per person on a 7-night programme, or €400 per person on a programme of 14 nights or more.
  • Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat clients only): a 10% room discount, a guaranteed upgrade to the next room category, and 20% off extra non-medical spa treatments on programmes of 7 nights or more.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. *Offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland

November is a natural time for precision longevity medicine. The Life Reset programme combines longevity medicine with approaches to sleep, gut health, emotional resilience, cognitive function and energy.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Longevity medicine, advanced screening, Master Detox, Life Reset
• Best for: Precision longevity and diagnostics
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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Lanserhof Sylt, Germany

Not every reset needs sunshine. In November, wind, dunes and North Sea air become part of the programme, and the Essential Health Check focuses on diagnostics, performance and balance.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Diagnostics, Mayr cure, sleep and stress programmes, longevity
• Best for: A serious health reset in a coastal setting
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offer**: on a programme of 7 nights or more, an upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), complimentary limousine pick-up and drop-off from Westerland Station or Airport, and a VIP gift.
  • Free Transfers**: complimentary transfers to and from Hamburg Airport on a programme of 10 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer, Added Value** (repeat guests only): one Lanserhof signature facial per person on a programme of 4 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer, Free Nights* (repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6, stay 14 nights and pay for 12, or stay 21 nights and pay for 18. Valid for stays from 1 October to 31 December 2026.

Valid for 2026 bookings. *This offer is not combinable with the Repeat Guests Added Value Offer. **These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Mount Med Resort, Austria

November is a natural fit for Mount Med's health assessments: the transition between seasons is a compelling reason to examine the habits and markers behind long-term wellbeing.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Medical assessments, biological age analysis, nutrition and exercise guidance
• Best for: Alpine preventive health
• Current offers: 
  • Free Nights Offer*: book a 7-night programme and pay for 5 nights, a 10-night programme and pay for 8, or a 14-night programme and pay for 12. You also receive one complimentary 35-minute Neuroscience Therapy session per person. Valid for stays between 1 October and 13 December 2026, book by 31 October 2026.
  • Added Value Offer** (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a programme of 7 nights or more, benefits worth €500: a 60-minute triple detox skin rejuvenation treatment (far infrared heat, plasma and light therapy), a 30-minute neuroscience therapy session (neuro-relaxation and cognitive training to reduce chronic stress and improve sleep), a 30-minute Emsella treatment (pelvic floor strengthening), and a 40-minute Ballancer pressotherapy session (lymphatic stimulation). Valid for stays until 31 December 2027.
  • Free Room Upgrade* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a free upgrade to the next room category, subject to availability. Valid for stays until 31 December 2027.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6. Valid for 2026 reservations.

*The Free Nights Offer and Free Room Upgrade are combinable. **The Added Value Offer is combinable with the other offers. T&Cs apply.

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Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay, Morocco

In November the Moroccan coast brings reliable warmth and a more relaxed rhythm than the high season. The Medi-Spa, thalassotherapy and hammam rituals complement structured health programmes.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Medi-Spa, thalassotherapy, light therapy, Watsu, hammam rituals, Total Reset
• Best for: Medical wellness with year-round warmth
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand

Thailand's dry season begins in November, which makes RAKxa an excellent choice for a comprehensive reset in the warmth. The destination rewards longer stays for those who want to dedicate real time to their health.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Integrative medicine, Thai and Eastern therapies, longevity diagnostics, gut and immunity support
• Best for: A comprehensive health reset combining Eastern and Western approaches
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offers 2026/2027 (exclusive to Healing Holidays), valid for stays from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2027: on a wellness programme of 5 nights or more, a complimentary Marma Healing Massage or Corrective Exercise session, a complimentary upgrade to a Pool Villa (subject to availability upon arrival), complimentary early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), and a complimentary pre-consultation with an expert or specialist.
  • Additional Night's Offer 2027: a wellness treatment credit worth approximately £250 per person per extra night, redeemable at RAKxa Jai, RAKxa Gaya and VitalLife. Valid for stays from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2027.
  • Added Value Offer*: a complimentary Cortisol and DHEA-S diagnostic on a 5-night programme, or a choice of that or a Blood Age Diagnostic on 7 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): one complimentary holistic treatment on 10 nights, two on 15 nights, three on 20 nights.

*This offer is not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Six Senses Vana, India

November is an auspicious time in the Ayurvedic calendar for deep work. Vana's Panchakarma programmes, extending to 21 nights, combine Ayurveda, yoga and Tibetan Medicine in the Himalayan foothills.

• Dates: November 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Tibetan healing, yoga, detox
• Best for: Deep immersive wellness and holistic transformation
• Current offers: 
  • Multi-Night Discount: 10% off 5 to 9 nights, 15% off 10 to 20 nights, 20% off 21 nights or more.
  • Room Upgrade (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a guaranteed upgrade from a Garden Room to a Forest Room, or from a Bodhi Suite to a Forest Suite (subject to availability).
  • Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays): guaranteed early check-in and late check-out when you book a Garden or Forest room.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6.

Valid for stays until 20 December 2027 unless stated. T&Cs apply.

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November Last Minute Availability Overview

Please contact Healing Holidays to check real-time availability and secure your last minute November booking.

Last Minute December Wellness Holidays

December is the month to reset before the year ends: warm destinations for winter sun, or an immersive health programme to start the new year with a clear plan. For more ideas, see our guide to winter spa breaks in Europe and our winter wellness tips.

Pine Cliffs Resort, Algarve, Portugal

A holistic spa on the Atlantic coast, with treatments inspired by the region's natural elements, for a gentle end-of-year restoration.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Holistic spa treatments, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A flexible wellness holiday balancing outdoor activity and rest
• Current offer: A complimentary 25-minute back, head or legs massage, or a complimentary group class, with any wellness programme booking.

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ADLER Spa Resort Sicilia, Italy

ADLER's 2026 autumn offer extends into December, which makes it one of the best last-minute options for a winter break in the Mediterranean.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Thalassotherapy, detox, yoga, fitness
• Best for: A nature-led Mediterranean reset
• Current offer: A 10% programme discount on the Detox and Thalasso programme. T&C's apply.

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Almyra, Paphos, Cyprus

Cyprus offers some of the most reliable late-season warmth in the Mediterranean, for stylish winter sunshine combined with movement and spa treatments.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Spa treatments, rooftop classes, personal training
• Best for: A relaxed, stylish escape with reliable warmth
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability. 

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Lily of the Valley, French Riviera, France

In winter, the Riviera is a place to walk, swim in the heated pool and follow a nutritional programme in peace. Lily of the Valley is open year-round.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Weight management, nutrition, heated pool, cold plunge, fitness
• Best for: Riviera wellness and weight management
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offer*: a spa credit per room per stay with any wellness programme: €75 for a minimum 5-night stay, or €100 for a minimum 7-night stay. Valid for stays until 31 December 2026.
  • Free Room Upgrade*: a guaranteed room upgrade (subject to availability) when you book a wellness programme at least 45 days in advance. Valid for stays until 31 March 2027, blackout dates apply.

*Offers are not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Italy

A winter stay at Lefay is a restorative pause: lakeside nature, the Lefay SPA Method and programmes addressing sleep, stress, longevity and immunity.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Lefay SPA Method (Classical Chinese Medicine), sleep and stress programmes
• Best for: Lake views and holistic spa experiences
• Current offers: 
  • Free Night Offer*: stay 4 nights and pay for 3, stay 5 nights and pay for 4, or stay 6 nights and pay for 5. Valid on specific dates in 2026.
  • Added Value Offer*:
    • 3 nights: one free entrance per person to the Salt Lake "La Luna nel Lago".
    • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €100 per room.
    • 7 nights: an upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite on arrival (subject to availability).
    • 10 nights: early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability).
• Free Room Upgrade: a free room upgrade, subject to availability.
• Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
• Repeat Guests Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays, repeat guests only):
  • 3 nights: two free entrances per person to the Salt Lake.
  • 5 nights: a spa credit worth €200 per room.
  • 7 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: a guaranteed upgrade from a Prestige Junior Suite to a Deluxe Junior Suite in low season. (until 23 December 2026).
  • 10 nights with a minimum 5-night wellness programme: approximately £260 off your transfers.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026. *These offers are combinable. T&Cs apply.

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SHA Spain

Finish the year with a structured plan rather than waiting for January: SHA's programmes cover longevity, detox, weight management, stress, sleep and metabolic health.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Advanced diagnostics, longevity, detox, sleep, weight management
• Best for: Measurable, medically informed outcomes
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value, Autumn Immunity Boost**: on a programme of 7 nights or more, benefits worth approximately £1,000: two intermittent hypoxia-hyperoxia sessions (45 minutes), one cell regenerator session (50 minutes), one near infrared thermal therapy or photobiomodulation session (20 minutes), one cryotherapy session (10 minutes), and one SHA Immune Boost or SHA Essentials supplement. Valid for stays until 21 December 2026.
  • Added Value Offer* (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a 7-night programme, a free upgrade to the next suite category, early check-in and late check-out, one complimentary 50-minute massage per person, and waiting list priority during high season. Upgrade and check-in/out are subject to availability on arrival.
  • Early Booking Discount*: a 10% room discount when you book at least 45 days in advance. Valid for stays until 31 December 2026.
  • Free Room Upgrade and Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: subject to availability.
  • Residences Booking Offer*: on a SHA Residence, a €200 daily credit per Residence for wellbeing or active living, one curated exclusive activity of your choice, and a dedicated Residence Concierge.
  • Presidential, Royal Suite or Residence bookings*: choose one benefit: private access to the SHA Cinema, a one-hour private entrance to the Spa & Wellness Area (subject to availability), or a SHAmadi tea tasting.
  • Repeat Guests Offer* (SHA Privilege Members): up to 20% off accommodation and a free room upgrade (subject to availability) when you book your next stay during your visit.

Valid for stays until 31 December 2026 unless stated. *Offers are not combinable. **Combinable with the Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays). T&Cs apply.

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Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland

A December stay at Clinique La Prairie is a high-end investment in preventive medicine, with advanced screening and programmes such as Revitalisation, Brain Potential and Healthy Weight.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Longevity medicine, advanced screening, Master Detox, Life Reset
• Best for: Precision longevity and diagnostics
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay, Morocco

Winter warmth on the Mediterranean coast of Morocco, with a Medi-Spa, thalassotherapy and the 14-day Total Reset for a thorough year-end programme. The resort is open year-round.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Medi-Spa, thalassotherapy, light therapy, Watsu, hammam rituals, Total Reset
• Best for: Medical wellness with year-round warmth
• Current offer: Ask our team for current inclusions and real-time availability.

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RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand

December is dry season in Thailand, ideal for a longer stay. Programmes begin from three nights and combine modern medicine with Thai and Eastern therapies.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Integrative medicine, Thai and Eastern therapies, longevity diagnostics, gut and immunity support
• Best for: A comprehensive health reset combining Eastern and Western approaches
• Current offers: 
  • Added Value Offers 2026/2027 (exclusive to Healing Holidays): on a wellness programme of 5 nights or more, a complimentary Marma Healing Massage or Corrective Exercise session, a complimentary Pool Villa upgrade (subject to availability upon arrival), complimentary early check-in and late check-out, and a complimentary pre-consultation with a specialist.
  • Additional Night's Offer 2027: a wellness treatment credit worth approximately £250 per person per extra night.
  • Added Value Offer*: a complimentary Cortisol and DHEA-S diagnostic on 5 nights, or a choice of that or a Blood Age Diagnostic on 7 nights or more.
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): one to three complimentary holistic treatments on programmes of 10, 15 or 20 nights.

*This offer is not combinable. T&Cs apply.

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Six Senses Vana, India

Begin the year with deep immersion in the Himalayan foothills: Ayurveda, Tibetan Medicine and yoga with a personalised programme. Read why to begin the new year with Vana.

• Dates: December 2026 · Flexible dates
• Key treatments: Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Tibetan healing, yoga, detox
• Best for: Deep immersive wellness and holistic transformation
• Current offers: 
  • Multi-Night Discount: 10% off 5 to 9 nights, 15% off 10 to 20 nights, 20% off 21 nights or more.
  • Room Upgrade (exclusive to Healing Holidays): a guaranteed upgrade from a Garden Room to a Forest Room, or from a Bodhi Suite to a Forest Suite (subject to availability).
  • Added Value Offer (exclusive to Healing Holidays): guaranteed early check-in and late check-out in a Garden or Forest room. For stays from 21 December 2026, enjoy also one complimentary treatment for every 3 nights of stay (book by 31 January 2027).
  • Repeat Guests Offer (repeat guests only): stay 7 nights and pay for 6.

Valid for stays until 20 December 2027 unless stated. T&Cs apply.

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December Last Minute Availability Overview

Please contact Healing Holidays to check real-time availability and secure your last minute December booking.

Which last minute holiday is right for you?

Looking for a medical spa retreat, a detox weekend or a longevity retreat? Browse our collections, or discover Europe's best medical spas. Travelling alone? See our retreats for solo travellers.

How to book a last minute wellness holiday

1. Choose your month. October, November or December, and tell us your flexible dates: a few days either side often unlocks better availability.
2. Tell us your goal. Medical reset, longevity, Ayurveda, stress and sleep, or a spa escape in the sun.
3. We check real-time availability. We contact the retreat directly and confirm the room, programme and current offers.
4. We arrange everything. Flights, private transfers and any medical questionnaires, so your retreat begins when you leave home.

Good to know: some offers require booking well in advance, while others, such as the Forte Village Early Booking Discount (book by 31 October) and the Mount Med Free Nights Offer (book by 31 October), remain available until their deadline. Our advisers will confirm which ones apply to your dates.

Please note: offers, availability and opening dates are subject to change and may be withdrawn at any time. Terms and conditions apply to every offer, and some offers cannot be combined. For the latest information, please contact Healing Holidays: our advisers will be happy to confirm availability, current offers and the best option for your dates.

Contact Healing Holidays or call 020 7843 3597.

Why Book Your Last Minute Holidays with Healing Holidays?

When it comes to securing last minute holidays at the best retreats, having an expert by your side makes all the difference. Named UK's Best Wellness Travel Specialist, Healing Holidays has built long-standing relationships with the world's most prestigious medical clinics, Ayurvedic retreats and luxury spas. This means we can often secure availability for bespoke programmes, sought-after room categories and premium treatment slots even at the eleventh hour.

We handle every detail, from coordinating medical questionnaires before arrival to organising private transfers and flights, so your spontaneous health reset is seamless, stress-free and tailored to you. Contact our advisers and tell us your flexible dates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is it too late to book last minute holidays for October, November or December 2026?

Not at all. Many leading wellness retreats hold back exclusive allocations or experience late cancellations, and our team can often secure availability weeks or even days before departure.

2. What are the best destinations for last minute holidays between October and December?

For sunshine, choose Sicily, Crete, Cyprus and the French Riviera, then Morocco or Thailand for winter warmth. For a medical reset, Switzerland, Germany, Spain and Italy offer outstanding clinics. For a deep immersion, consider India.

3. What does "flexible dates" mean?

It means you can travel within a window rather than on fixed dates. The more flexible you are, the more likely we are to find your preferred room and programme, and to match the best offers.

4. Will I still get a personalised wellness programme if I book late?

Yes. Whether you book months ahead or at the last minute, leading resorts tailor treatments, nutrition and diagnostics to your needs on arrival.

5. Are medical wellness clinics available for last minute bookings?

Highly acclaimed clinics such as Lanserhof Sylt, SHA Spain and Clinique La Prairie are often booked well in advance, but last-minute gaps do appear. Contact us to check real-time availability.

6. Do last minute holidays cost more?

Not necessarily. Many destinations are in shoulder season, and several retreats in this guide offer free nights, upgrades, spa credits or complimentary treatments through Healing Holidays.

7. Can Healing Holidays arrange flights and private transfers at the last minute?

Yes. We provide an end-to-end concierge service, organising flights, private transfers and travel logistics.

8. Is an Ayurvedic retreat suitable between October and December?

Yes. Ayurveda regards autumn as an auspicious season of transition, ideal for detoxification and rest, and Six Senses Vana offers Panchakarma programmes of up to 21 nights.

9. What should I pack for an autumn or winter wellness retreat?

Comfortable activewear for yoga and fitness, swimwear for thermal circuits and thalassotherapy, and smart-casual clothes for the evenings. Add warm layers for Alpine and North Sea destinations. We will provide a tailored packing list before departure.