Yoga-Wellness Eco Luxury Retreat in Puglia, Italy in October 2-7th 2024

Yoga-Wellness Eco Luxury Retreat in Puglia, Italy, from October 2nd to 7th, 2024

Relax, calm your mind&body, reconnect to your soul at a charming traditional Apulian farmhouse immersed in rejuvenating wellness activities, local hospitality and a natural, eco-friendly environment, while contributing to sustainability.

Reset, recharge, and gain valuable tools to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

All - within a small group setting (6 - 10 people). This retreat is a fusion of luxury and tradition!

Highlights:

- 5 nights stay at a newly refurbished farmhouse, owned by a cause-driven family business, with a sea views, relaxing gardens and a private land

- Daily vegetarian authentic meals made with local ingredients by three Puglian woman, who learned from their mothers

- Sea view freshly renovated dining area

- Daily yoga and meditation classes taught by an experienced teacher at a spacious outdoor Yoga Shala

- 15 min walk to the beautiful Ionian Sea beach

- Planting trees (optional) at the retreat venue and even adding personal tags

- Excursion to Ostuni, known as White City for its whitewashed old town, must-see visiting Puglia

- Free usage of bicycles

- Extra activities: guided hiking, trips to surrounding towns, water sports, sound healing, massage, workshops of pottery, natural soap, raw food, wild herbal drinks, and more.

The Retreat Venue

A newly rebuilt country house, - Masseria in Italian, named after traditional Apulian farmhouses, is located on a gentle slope, immersed in 15 hectares of private land and nature. A beautiful Ionian Sea beach is only 1 km away and can be reached in 15 min on foot. The only sounds that can be heard are the ones of nature.

The venue is owned by a cause-driven small family business which is big on sustainability.

Their eco mission: "We want to make sure every retreat attendance does not have a negative impact on the environment. We therefore run on solar energy, are investing in our own reforestation project around our venue, and we prioritise sourcing local and sustainable products and food.”

Accommodation

The Masseria has 6 spacious, air-conditioned en-suite rooms, which can be used as single or shared. Some of them have private outdoor relax areas. There are desks in all bedrooms for your journaling :).

The entire house provides a garden for relaxation, a sea-view terrace, free Wi-Fi, an honesty bar, hand made ecological toiletries, deckchairs, and sun umbrellas. Additionally, a private outdoor parking is available.

Food

3 daily vegetarian meals* will be served at the sea view outdoor dining area* by the local chefs - three Puglian woman who cook the authentic Italian recipes that their mothers taught them.

They choose the best seasonal ingredients grown in the neighbouring fields.

*Vegan options are also available.

*There is a dedicated indoor dining room in case of the unlikely event of bad weather.

Yoga

Enjoy daily yoga and meditation classes in a spacious sea-view Yoga Shala, which offers protection from the sun. In case of wet weather, the venue has an indoor yoga place with air conditioning if needed. Yoga mats, blocks, straps and cushions are available.

Morning starts with some gentle stretches, yogic breath (Pranayama) and meditation - about 30-45 min session. Mid morning class will be 45-60 min energising but light Hatha/Vinyasa flow, to prepare you for a day.

Evening 60-75 min Yin/Restorative yoga: stretching and focusing on relaxation, calming the body&mind and leading into Yoga Nidra to prepare you for a good night sleep.

Classes are suitable for level 1-2 practitioners, beginners friendly. If you are a complete beginner please see the videos Yoga with Loreta YouTube

Loreta has been practicing yoga for nearly 2 decades and teaching for 10 years. Her classes focus on breath, presence, awareness and mindfulness. They help to build strength and flexibility in the body & mind in relaxed way.

Planting Trees

You'll get a chance to participate in the venue's reforestation initiative by planting trees.

Even small tags, made from recycled wood, bearing your name hand-engraved, will be affixed. (They don’t use extra materials for the tags.)

Other Activities

Practicing yoga and meditation, unwinding in the tranquil comfort of the house and its surroundings, taking walks by the sea can be all what you need to foster a sense of inner calm and stillness.

If you want more active stay, - the place has plenty to offer.

We will be taking a guided half day excursion to Ostuni, known as White City for its whitewashed old town, must-see visiting Puglia.

The nearest shops, cafes and restaurants are in a town on the coast called San Pietro.

Distance from the Masseria is 4km (1h on foot or 15min by bicycle).

You can walk, hike and cycle at the surrounded areas on your own: you’ll be given itineraries for the best routes.

You may book guided trips to historical towns as Nardò, Grottaglie, try water sports, horse riding, sound healing, massage, workshops of pottery, natural soap, raw food, wild herbal drinks, and more.

Pricing per Person*

Shared en-suite room - 3 people sharing - €1375 / £1180

Shared en-suite room - 2 people sharing - €1620 / £1390

Single en-suite room for 1 person - €1940 / £1665

15% off when 2 or 3 people book a room (enjoy the retreat with your partner or friends and save around £200 per person!)

€350 / £300 non-refundable but movable deposit to secure the place

*The prices are based on the current exchange rate and can vary with time

Included in the price:

• 5 nights/6 day exclusive use of a charming Apulian house, surrounded by a private land
• 3 daily vegetarian authentic meals served at a sea view dining area
• Water, tea, coffee, snacks
• Daily yoga and meditation classes at a spacious outdoor Yoga Shala
• Yoga mats, straps, blocks and cushions
• Hand made ecological toiletries
• Relaxation gardens
• A foot path to the beautiful Ionian Sea beach
• Deckchairs, sun umbrellas and beach towels
• Planting trees (optional) at the retreat venue and even adding personal tags
• A half day trip to Ostuni, known as White City for its whitewashed old town
• Bicycles, walks and hikes at the surroundings
• A friendly piece of advice on the best routes for your walks, hikes and excursions
• Private outdoor parking

Not included:

Flights and airport transfers*

Personal travel insurance

Other activities not listed above

One meal on the day of the trip to Ostuni: lunch or dinner. This tbc closer to the time.

*One way transfer from Brindisi Airport can be booked for €75 for a maximum of 4 people, with a 50-minute drive

Bari Airport is a 2-hour drive away and would cost €150 when booked with the retreat venue (maximum of 4 people)

The Schedule

(Daily schedule and the day of Ostuni trip to be confirmed closer to the time.)

08:00 Pranayama and meditation

09:00 Breakfast and break - in silence

11:00 Mindful energising yoga flow

13:00 Lunch and free time

17:00 Evening Yin/Restorative yoga class

19:00 Dinner and free time

Check in is from 2pm and check out is by 10 am.

On the first day, we will have dinner and an opening circle, and on the last day, there will be breakfast.

Please head to my website for Terms and Conditions, more detailed pricing and gallery.

Get in touch with any queries.

https://yogawithloreta.com

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and treat yourself to a transformative experience at our Yoga-Wellness Eco Luxury Retreat in Puglia, Italy. Book your spot now and embark on a journey of self-discovery and relaxation.