5-Day Island Reset & Wellness Escape in Sardinia, Italy

This is a 5-day, 4-night retreat built around the idea that you should be able to shape your own stay. The program runs two sessions a day – a morning breathwork or meditation session and an evening yoga class – with a long stretch of free time in between. In practice, that means you can sleep in, go for a walk, take an e-bike out along the coast, or spend the afternoon on a beach. The hosts, Alexander and Alexandra, understand that healing looks different for everyone, so they offer the structure without enforcing it.

What makes this one different is the setting and the people. The island of San Pietro is a 30-40 minute ferry ride from Portovesme, and once you're there, it feels like a different world. The villa sits on 2.5 hectares of private land with sea views, and the sessions happen on a spacious ocean-view terrace. The small group size – between one and nine guests – means you're not a number. The hosts remember your name, your dietary needs, and whether you prefer morning meditation or a lie-in.

The retreat includes a mix of yoga, meditation, breathwork, and shamanic-inspired ceremonies like cacao. There's also a 'guided circle training' session mentioned in the typical day – described as a way to activate strength and vitality. For deeper work, Alexander offers private 1:1 healing sessions at an additional cost. The food is a highlight – fresh, Mediterranean brunches served daily, with vegetarian and vegan options, and the option to book a wholesome dinner at the villa.

The week is deliberately unstructured in the middle. There's no forced itinerary, no early-morning alarms if you don't want them. You can explore the island's beaches – from long sandy stretches to wild cliff-lined coves – or simply sit by the pool with a book. Evenings often end with a soak in the wood-fired hot tub under the stars, and sometimes there are relaxed BBQ dinners with the group. It's the kind of place where you arrive with questions and leave with a clearer head.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a private or shared room - Airport pickup and drop-off (Cagliari Airport) - 4 Mediterranean brunches - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions - Guided circle training - Cacao ceremony (when scheduled) - Access to outdoor hot tub - Free parking and wifi - 1 day free e-bike rental (when booking on Book Fitness Retreats) - Concierge assistance from Book Fitness Retreats travel experts

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Lunches and dinners (brunch is included, dinner is extra) - Additional treatments (e.g., private healing sessions) - E-bike rental (except for the free day) - Personal expenses