On this very special retreat you will enjoy yoga each morning, followed by visits to small hill towns & castles, visits to local wineries, hands-on cooking classes, fabulous meals & culinary delights, as well as spa treatments.  And of course plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, relaxation and being pampered.  What better way to start the New Year!

JOIN US ON A CELEBRATORY HOLIDAY RETREAT FOR AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!

LOCATION & ACCOMODATIONS

We will be staying at a luxury villa close to the historic town of Gubbio in Umbria.  We will also have access to a world-renowned spa within a restored 17th century monastery which is now a luxury hotel.  

 

highlights

This retreat is an Italian cultural immersion through the culinary & wine traditions of Umbria during the magical holiday season. 

- 6 nights at a luxury villa in Umbria.

- 2 hands-on cooking classes focusing on regional & traditional holiday dishes.

- Visits and wine tasting at some of the best wineries in the region.

- Tour & chocolate making class at the renowned Perugina's Chocolate Factory, Museum & School.

- Visit & tour of Umbrian towns Gubbio & Perugia.

- Spa treatments (optional) at luxury spa within a restored 17th century monastery.

- Daily morning yoga.

sample itinerary

Day One: Meet in Florence (time & destination TBD), Transfer to Villa, Welcome "Happy Hour" followed by Welcome Dinner.

Day Two: Morning Yoga (optional), Breakfast, Wine Tour & Tasting followed by Lunch at Winery, Relaxation at Villa, Aperitivo & Dinner.

Day Three: Morning Yoga (optional), breakfast, visit to market/farm, lunch, cooking class following by dinner. 

Day Four: Morning Yoga (optional), Breakfast, Cooking Class at Villa followed by Lunch, afternoon Walk & Exploration of Gubbio, Wine Tasting at Villa, Dinner.

Day Five: Breakfast, Tour & Chocolate Making Class at the renowned Perugina's Chocolate Factory, Museum & School. Tour of Perugia.  Aperitivo & Dinner at Villa.

Day Six: Morning Yoga (optional), Breakfast, Olive Oil Tour & Tasting, Winery Tour & Tasting, Lunch, Cooking Class followed by Dinner. 

Day Seven: Breakfast, Transfer to Florence/Departure

*(please note that this is only a sample itinerary and that the locations and schedule may vary on each retreat).