Luxury Yoga & Meditation Wellness Escape in Tuscany

The retreat takes place at a private property in the Chianti countryside near Marcialla, about 30–40 minutes from Florence. The setting is classic Tuscany: vineyards, olive groves, and hills in every direction. There is a pool, a garden, and a terrace, and the rooms are air-conditioned with en-suite bathrooms. The daily schedule is steady and simple, which is exactly what most guests are looking for.

Mornings begin at 8:00 with a combined yoga and meditation session, followed by breakfast at 9:00. There is then free time until 11:30, which guests often use for walks, reading, or booking a one-on-one session with one of the teachers. A second yoga and meditation class runs from 11:30 until lunch at 13:00. Afternoons include massage slots (the 30-minute massage is included, longer ones are optional) and more free time. The evening session is at 17:00, dinner at 18:00, and the evening is then yours.

On sightseeing days — and the retreat plans two weeks ahead based on the weather — the afternoon free time is replaced by a trip. Florence is the rainy-day option, with its museums and cathedral. On better days you might go to San Gimignano, the medieval hilltop town of towers, or to Bagni San Filippo, where natural thermal springs flow over white limestone formations. The retreat ends with a final day that wraps together the yoga, massages, and the calm of the setting.

The teaching team includes Neli, an Ashtanga yoga teacher certified in India (200-hour and 300-hour trainings in 2021 and 2022), along with Dayna and Julie, who guests specifically praised for pitching classes to suit mixed levels. Petra herself is the chef and host, and has a background in luxury hospitality, including five-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, which shows in how she runs the house.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in a private or shared room - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Snacks - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - 30-minute massage - Specialized workshops - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Transportation during the retreat - Luggage storage - Parking - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments (e.g., 60-minute massage, sound bath, tuning forks, private classes) - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Airport transfers (optional, at extra cost)