Alyra

A thoughtful pause in agave country

Mexico paid

Days here are shaped by a deliberate pause from ordinary eating patterns. At Hacienda Labor de Rivera, historic corridors and gardens open onto agave country along Mexico’s Tequila Route. Alyra centers its retreats on therapeutic fasting, with medical supervision and practical education intended to help guests understand their health and reconnect with themselves. Participants can choose among fasting approaches, including a Buchinger-style option, while mindful practices and time in the natural surroundings give the experience a reflective pace. Meals are included, with vegetarian choices noted; unlimited natural water and herbal teas are also on hand. The setting feels particularly suited to a structured reset rather than a loosely planned wellness break, with boutique hacienda comforts and an on-site spa and yoga studio adding room to unwind between activities.

Highlights

A choice of therapeutic fasting approaches, including a Buchinger-style option
Medical supervision paired with health education and mindful practices
Arched hacienda corridors, stone paths and gardens amid agave fields
Unlimited natural water and herbal teas, with meals included

Good for

People curious about supervised fastingWellness travelersNature loversGuests who value health educationTravelers drawn to historic haciendas

Setting

Hacienda Labor de Rivera brings colonial-era architecture, arched corridors and stone pathways together with gardens, open skies and surrounding agave fields. The atmosphere is quiet and expansive, with a sense of history that gives the retreat a distinct Mexican hacienda character.

The practice

Alyra’s main practice is therapeutic fasting: a structured break from usual eating, undertaken with medical supervision and guidance. The retreat pairs this with education and mindful practices, giving newcomers context and support rather than asking them to navigate fasting alone. A Buchinger-style approach is among the options; ask the team about the differences between programs before choosing.

A typical day

Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm it with Alyra; the program combines supervised fasting, education and mindful practices.

Accommodation

Retreats take place at the boutique Hacienda Labor de Rivera. The property has traditional architecture and housekeeping, but room types and lodging arrangements vary; ask Alyra what is included with your booking.

What to bring

Pack comfortable, loose clothing and walking shoes for time around the hacienda and gardens. The annual average temperature is 19.8°C, with warmer conditions in April through June and cooler weather from November through January; bring a light layer and a rain jacket, especially for the wetter months of June through September.

Address Extramuros 113, 46760 Jal., Mexico

How to get there

Hacienda Labor de Rivera is in Teuchitlán, Jalisco, along the Tequila Route. Arrange your route to the hacienda in advance and confirm arrival details with Alyra.

Nearest airport: Aguascalientes International Airport (AGU) (61 km)

Aguascalientes International Airport (AGU) is approximately 61 km from the center. Confirm taxi or private-transfer options with Alyra before travelling.

Nearest city: Aguascalientes

Languages

English

How to book

Contact Alyra directly to ask about available retreat dates and reserve your place.

Pricing

Retreats start at USD 1,856. Confirm the price for your dates and what is included when booking.

Climate

Climate Zone: Subtropical

Best Months: Apr, Mar, Nov

Avoid: Sep, Jul, Jun

The annual average temperature is 19.8°C, with the warmest months from April to June and cooler weather from November to January. July through September are among the wettest months, while March, April and November are comparatively dry.

Location

Frequently asked questions

What does a typical day at Alyra include?

The retreat combines supervised fasting, education and mindful practices, but the daily schedule varies. Ask Alyra for the itinerary for your dates.

Can beginners join a fasting retreat?

The program is medically supervised and includes education, making it designed to guide participants through the process. Ask Alyra about suitability for your individual health needs before booking.

Are meals and drinks included?

Meals are included, and vegetarian options are noted. Unlimited natural water and herbal teas are also included; ask how meal arrangements differ across fasting approaches.

How do I get to Hacienda Labor de Rivera?

The retreat takes place in Teuchitlán, Jalisco. Aguascalientes International Airport is approximately 61 km away; contact Alyra to confirm the best transfer option for your arrival.

How can I reserve a place and check the retreat length?

Contact Alyra directly to confirm dates, program duration and reservation arrangements.