Olive Harvest & Yoga Wellness Retreat in the Tuscan Hills

The retreat is hosted by Aroonji, a yoga instructor and life coach originally from India, and his Italian wife Sofia, who runs the farm with her family. Aroonji leads the daily yoga and pranayama sessions from the studio on the property, which overlooks the valley. His teaching blends Eastern and Western approaches—he’s a certified Hatha Yoga instructor, a trained Waldorf teacher, an NLP coach, and an Ayurveda consultant—so the practice is grounded and practical, aimed at managing the stress of modern life.

The heart of the week is the harvest itself. You’ll walk through the groves, learn how the Mancini family cares for the ancient trees, and, if you want, help pick the olives by hand. On selected days you’ll visit the local olive press to see the transformation from fruit to luminous green olio nuovo, followed by guided tastings that teach you to recognize quality olive oil. It’s hands-on, educational, and you’ll go home with a bottle of what you helped bring in.

Between the harvest and yoga, there is deliberate empty space in the schedule. Afternoons are mostly free for whatever you need—a nap, a hike into Fiesole, a drive to Florence for museums and boutiques, or another go at the harvest. A massage with Sofia is included, and you can book extra treatments if you want more. Evenings often feature live music on the farm, slow dinners with the family’s recipes, or a gentle yin or restorative session to end the day.

This is a small-group retreat, rarely more than four guests, so you’re treated more like a house guest than a customer. The setting is an elegant hillside town with Etruscan roots, and the farm feels secluded even though Florence is close. Autumn light, harvest activity, and cooler air make it a beautiful time to be outdoors and to slow down.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation in Il Fienile apartment - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama classes - Transportation during the retreat - Group excursions/activities - One 60-minute massage - Luggage storage - Parking - Wi-Fi connection - Pre and post retreat support from our team

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Airport pickup/drop-off - Childcare services