5 Day Active Wellness Escape in a Historic Puglian Trullo

The retreat runs from Wednesday to Sunday, starting with a group airport transfer from Bari or Brindisi. The first day is about settling in: a shake-out walk, an opening circle with hosts Matteo and Sammy, a mobility session, and a welcome dinner. From there, each day follows a rhythm of morning movement, free time, an afternoon workshop or excursion, and evening yoga or meditation.

The fitness side is led by Matteo, a London-based personal trainer who grew up in Italy. His sessions focus on slow strength, mobility, core work, and running mechanics, and he starts the retreat with a private one-on-one assessment to tailor the week to your body. The yoga and mindfulness side is led by Sammy, whose style is calming and inclusive, with classes in Hatha, restorative, and an evening 'yoga party' to close the week. Samara, a sport and remedial massage therapist and holistic facialist, is on-site for bookable treatments.

Beyond the classes, the retreat includes a wine tasting and an optional cooking class to get a taste of local life. The location is inland Puglia, near Ceglie Messapica, surrounded by red earth, olive groves, and quiet country roads—far from the tourist crowds of the coast.

What sets this retreat apart is the insider perspective. Matteo is Italian, and he brings a genuine local's knowledge of the region. You're not just an attendee at a generic wellness event; you're being hosted in his family's home, with authentic warmth and attention to detail. The trullo itself is a unique place to stay, and the small group size means you'll likely leave with new friends as well as a refreshed body.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a traditional stone trullo - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Round-trip airport transfers from Bari or Brindisi airports - Welcome drink - 1-on-1 wellbeing assessment with Matteo - Daily strength & conditioning classes - Daily yoga classes (Hatha, Restorative, Sunrise) - Daily meditation and breathwork sessions - Mobility and core sessions - Running and walking excursions - Wellness workshops - Wine tasting (one session) - Professional event photos - Free wifi and parking - Gift bag

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional spa treatments - Optional cooking class ($50 pp) - Optional extra wine tasting sessions - Transfers from train stations