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Thanksgiving in the Desert
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Thanksgiving in the Desert
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Thanksgiving in the Desert
at Tucson, AZ
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A Week to Gather, Ground & Give Thanks
Overview
Spend Thanksgiving surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Sonoran Desert at our Tucson resort. This week offers a peaceful pause — time to reflect, reset, and reconnect. Enjoy meaningful movement, nourishing meals, and guided experiences that support both rest and renewal. Whether you're sharing time with others or savoring solitude, you’ll leave grounded, refreshed, and filled with gratitude.
Spend Thanksgiving surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Sonoran Desert at our Tucson resort. This week offers a peaceful pause — time to reflect, reset, and reconnect. Enjoy meaningful movement, nourishing meals, and guided experiences that support both rest and renewal. Whether you're sharing time with others or savoring solitude, you’ll leave grounded, refreshed, and filled with gratitude.
The Program
An unforgettable experience designed just for you.
Wed
Nov 26
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Nov 27
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Nov 28
Sat
Nov 29
Compassion Circle For Grief & Gratitude
Enter a compassionate space that welcomes both your grief and your gratitude. Give yourself permission to grieve and start moving forward with renewed purpose and greater wholeness.
Learn MoreFall Flow Yoga
Fall is a powerful time of transition. Learn to shift your yoga routine to connect and align with the qualities each season has to offer. Explore a yoga practice of warming postures and breath work to embrace change and find harmony.
Loving Kindness Meditation
A gentle yet powerful practice utilizing breath, guided meditation, and visualization to gently open and nurture the heart chakra, and it’s connected energy system
Turkey Trot
Join Canyon Ranch guides for a 5k run or walk along a scenic route. Water will be provided at the halfway point and all participants will receive a Turkey Trot t-shirt.
Gratitude Meditation
Take 30-minutes to connect with your breath and set an intention to live with greater gratitude on Thanksgiving and every day.
Gratitude Walk
Discover the picturesque beauty of Sabino Canyon. Our experts will take you to a premier recreation spot with canyon, mountain, and desert vistas.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Enjoy a buffet of holiday favorites.
Gratitude Ride
Join us for a cycling journey of gratitude! Energizing music and warm lighting set the tone as we ride mindfully, reflecting on life’s blessings. This class is designed to uplift, inspire, and leave you with a heart full of appreciation.
Breathing
Center yourself in gratitude through guided breathing techniques that reduce stress, calm the mind, and open the heart.
Candlelight Yoga & Sound Healing
In this gentle, candle-lit practice, say goodbye to 2023 with a relaxed flow as you experience the vibrational healing of crystal bowls moving through & around you.
Bird Walk
Enjoy a bird-watching stroll around the Ranch. Binoculars are provided.
Centering Meditation
Take 30 minutes to start your day by getting in touch with your daily intention and connecting with your breath.
Heart Chakra Yoga
In this challenging class, we will focus on backbends and forward folds to open the heart chakra with advanced poses (such as camel pose) to let go of sadness and grief in the heart.
Restorative Yoga: Grounded in Thanks
Experience deep relaxation for healing and rejuvenation. Bolsters and props are used in gentle, supported poses.
Compassion Circle For Grief & Gratitude
Enter a compassionate space that welcomes both your grief and your gratitude. Give yourself permission to grieve and start moving forward with renewed purpose and greater wholeness.
Learn MoreFall Flow Yoga
Fall is a powerful time of transition. Learn to shift your yoga routine to connect and align with the qualities each season has to offer. Explore a yoga practice of warming postures and breath work to embrace change and find harmony.
Loving Kindness Meditation
A gentle yet powerful practice utilizing breath, guided meditation, and visualization to gently open and nurture the heart chakra, and it’s connected energy system
Always Included
When you want it all taken care of, it matters where you stay.
World-Class Spa Amenities
35+ Daily Optional Activities
World-Class Spa Amenities
Enjoy access to our indulgent spa and fitness amenities, including whirlpools, cold plunges, and more. Choose from over 200 services designed to restore and revitalize.
35+ Daily Optional Activities
Chef-Crafted Dining
A Serene Desert Setting
Well-Appointed Accommodations
Round-Trip Transportation
Four Pools & Hydrotherapy
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in the Thanksgiving retreat?
This Thanksgiving celebration includes special seasonal activities and meals. You’ll also receive unlimited meals, snacks, and beverages, use of select luxury spa and fitness amenities, 35+ optional daily wellness activities, and more.
Will the spa and wellness services be available during the holiday?
Yes! Our full menu of spa and beauty services will be available to book this week. You can also explore our other offerings that range from fitness and movement to nutrition and spiritual wellness.
Will there be special Thanksgiving-themed activities?
Yes, the week features special seasonal activities like our Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving feast, as well as gratitude meditations and trail walks.
Can I stay just for the long weekend?
The experience is yours to shape – join for one session or the entire week. Connect with your Wellness Guide to sign up for your preferred activities before they fill up.
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