Longevity & Thermal Healing Yoga Retreat in Ischia, Italy

The retreat is anchored by three daily practices: morning Ashtanga Vinyasa, mid-morning Pranayama, and afternoon Yin Yoga. Alice designs each session to be accessible, with a strong emphasis on alignment, breath, and meeting your body where it is. Ashtanga is taught in a led format rather than Mysore style, so you move as a group, making it easy for beginners to follow. Yin Yoga targets the deep connective tissues in the hips and lower back, helping to release chronic tension. Everything is optional, and you're encouraged to skip a session if you'd rather spend time in the spa or explore the island.

What sets this retreat apart is the blend of modern science and traditional practice. Alice holds degrees in biology and nutrition, and she explains the physiology behind each breath and stretch—how deep breathing lowers blood pressure, why volcanic minerals support cellular health, and how the Mediterranean diet reduces inflammation. This is a retreat for people who want to understand their body as much as move it. The small group size, capped at eight, means you'll get personal adjustments and a genuine sense of community.

The accommodation is at Hotel Torre Sant'Angelo, a family-run property perched on a cliff in the car-free village of Sant'Angelo. The hotel has been run by the same family for over 40 years, and it offers a mix of period charm and modern comfort. Your sea-view room has a private terrace or balcony, soundproofed windows, and air conditioning. The hotel is located just 200 meters from the free-access thermal sea-pools of Baia di Sorgeto, where warm springs meet the sea—a natural plunge pool experience that becomes a daily ritual for most guests.

Ischia itself is a volcanic island with a rich history of thermal healing, dating back to Roman times. The island is home to the highest density of natural thermal springs in Europe, and you'll have access to the hotel's geothermal pools and spa facilities, including a Turkish bath, sauna, and chromotherapy pool. The village of Sant'Angelo is car-free, offering silence and clean air that enhances the retreat's focus on deep rest and recovery.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation in a private or shared sea-view room - Daily Italian breakfast - 5 biologist-curated light lunches with fresh, organic, local products - Daily Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga classes - Daily Pranayama (breathwork) classes - Daily Yin Yoga classes (on request with extra price, but scheduled in the program) - Daily meditation classes - Access to the hotel's five geothermal outdoor pools - Access to the SPA with Turkish bath, sauna, chromotherapy, and jacuzzi - Welcome drink - Free Wi-Fi - Luggage storage - Parking (if needed)

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Travel insurance and visa fees - Private yoga class - 90 EUR (optional add-on) - Massage - 90 EUR (optional add-on) - Alcoholic beverages - Access and transfer to Negombo or Poseidon Thermal Water Park - Trekking with an expert environmental guide - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments - Trekking to Monte Epomeo - Boat trip around the island - Visit wine cellar and wine tasting - Flights costs