Yoga & Horseback Riding Retreat in Abruzzo National Park, Italy

The retreat takes place at a family-run organic farm in the Abruzzi National Park, an area of protected mountains, forests, and rivers in central Italy. The farm itself is surrounded by orchards and vegetable gardens, and the produce goes straight into the kitchen. The hosts are Antonello, who grew up on the farm and now teaches yoga, and his father Giuseppe, along with a rotating group of international volunteers who add to the communal feel.

Daily life follows a comfortable rhythm. Yoga is at 8:00 in a yoga shala (deck) overlooking the countryside, or in a forest clearing on warmer days. Breakfast follows at 9:30, with coffee, homemade jams, and seasonal fruit from the farm. The rest of the day is flexible: you can hike to a nearby waterfall or castle, walk into Sora for the market, or simply relax on the farm. A vegetarian dinner is served at 19:30, with two dishes—often hand-made pasta followed by seasonal vegetables, local cheese, and eggs from the farm—shared at long tables with the other guests.

The included horseback riding excursion takes you through the Liri Valley, following the river on well-trained horses, suitable for beginners and experienced riders alike. The farm is also an operating site for international yoga teacher trainings, so there is often a vibrant, spiritual community around, and the teaching staff can include guest teachers like Ana, who leads many of the morning classes.

This retreat is most suited to those who want a nature-immersive, low-key holiday with daily yoga and good food, rather than an intensive fitness program. The farm's location in the national park means endless hiking possibilities, from gentle walks to longer day treks. The energy is relaxed, and the sense of space and quiet is tangible—a genuine opportunity to step out of normal life and slow down, as guests often mention in their reviews.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a private or shared room - Daily morning yoga classes (Hatha/Vinyasa/Yin blend) - Daily breakfast and dinner (vegetarian, organic) - One complimentary lunch - One horseback riding excursion in the Liri Valley - Free wifi connection - Parking and luggage storage - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Use of yoga mats

What's not included

- Flights and airport transfers - Travel insurance - Additional meals (lunches, except the included one) - Optional afternoon yoga classes (€12 extra) - Private alignment classes - Additional treatments (e.g., Reiki, massages) and activities - Homemade wine at dinner (€2.50 per half liter) - Personal expenses