6-Day Yoga & Wine Escape in Positano, Italy

The retreat is based at Hotel Pupetto, a family-run hotel tucked away on Fornillo Beach, Positano's quieter beach, just a 5–8 minute walk from the main beach. The hotel sits in what used to be a lemon garden, sheltered by greenery, with a large panoramic terrace where you'll have breakfast and where some of the yoga classes take place. The hotel has a private beach area, and each room has a terrace with sea views.

The daily yoga classes are gentle and accessible – Hatha, Vinyasa, and restorative styles – held on the terrace or in the yoga shala, with the sound of the sea in the background. Josie keeps the practice light and fun, more about stretching and waking up your body than about intense fitness. It's suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

A major highlight is the private boat tour to Capri. The boat leaves in the morning and you spend the day exploring the island – visiting the Faraglioni rock formations, the sea grottos, and having 3–4 hours of free time to wander Capri town and shop. On the way back, there's a swim stop near Nerano. Prosecco and snacks are served on board.

The wine tasting takes place at a boutique vineyard on the Amalfi Coast, led by a top sommelier, complete with food pairings. You'll then have lunch at a family-owned osteria. Another culinary highlight is the cooking class at Rada, a restaurant featured in the Michelin guide, where you learn to make local dishes and then sit down to eat them with water, Prosecco, and limoncello.

Josie Gintoli is the host and yoga teacher. She's a certified 500-hour Moksha (Modo) yoga teacher, a homeopath, and has been teaching yoga for over 20 years. Since 2014 she's been hosting curated travel experiences, and since 2017 specifically these yoga and wine holidays in Italy. She's cheerful, organized, and knowledgeable, and she's built strong relationships with local partners so that guests get authentic experiences rather than tourist traps. She's known for making everyone feel welcome and relaxed.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation at Hotel Pupetto in a shared Superior Sea View room with terrace (upgrade to private occupancy) - Welcome drink with famous Positano pizza and Prosecco - Welcome beach-themed gift - Complimentary beach chair rental for one day (Fornillo Beach or Spiaggia Grande) - Daily Italian-style continental breakfast - 2 lunches (wine tasting lunch and cooking class lunch) - Daily yoga classes (Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative) - Daily meditation classes - Private boat tour to Capri and back (10 a.m. – 7 p.m.) with Prosecco and snacks - Wine tasting at a boutique vineyard with a top sommelier, including food pairings - Cooking class at Rada (Michelin-listed restaurant) with executive chef, including water, Prosecco, and limoncello - Limoncello tasting with storytelling - Group transportation to and from excursions - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Luggage storage - Yoga mats provided

What's not included

- Flights - Airport transfers - Travel insurance - Dinners (5 nights) - 3 lunches (not specified) - Any alcohol outside of complimentary Prosecco and wine at events - Beach chair rentals (except one complimentary day) - Entrance fees to sites during free time (e.g., Villa Rufolo) - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Any Covid-related tests or additional costs due to Covid - Visa fees - Transportation during free time - Private room upgrade fee