6-Day Yoga & Wellness Escape in the Abruzzi National Park, Italy

The retreat takes place on a working organic farm run by Antonello, his father Giuseppe, and a team of international volunteers. The farm grows a wide variety of Mediterranean fruits, vegetables, olives, and grapes, all of which go into the meals served to guests. You're welcome to wander the property, meet the animals, and simply soak in the slow, grounded pace of rural Italian life. The energy on the farm is serene but lively, with volunteers from around the world adding to the community feel.

Your days start at 8:00 AM with yoga in a forest clearing—a wooden platform surrounded by trees where you can hear birdsong as you move through your practice. The class is led by Ana, a yoga and tantra teacher with over a decade of experience, or other visiting teachers like Michael. After yoga, breakfast is served: coffee or tea, homemade jam, bread, seasonal fruit, and sometimes eggs from the farm. Lunch is optional at the farm for a small fee of 9.50 euros, and dinner is a communal affair featuring traditional Italian dishes like hand-made pasta, fresh salads, local cheese, and roasted vegetables.

Afternoons are flexible. You can join the optional yoga class at 5:00 PM, or head out for a hike into the Abruzzi National Park, where mountains, waterfalls, and ancient ruins await. Horseback riding can be arranged locally, and you can also book massages, Reiki, paragliding, cooking classes, or a trip to a nearby lake. One of the signature treatments included in this package is the Triple Vagus Nerve Treatment (TVM), a hands-on therapy designed to support nervous system regulation and deep rest.

What makes this retreat special is the combination of genuine Italian farm life with a supportive, open-hearted community. You're not just a guest in a hotel—you're part of the household. The farm has hosted hundreds of retreats and volunteers over the years, and that experience shows in how smoothly everything runs. By the end of your stay, you'll likely feel like you've found a second home, with new friends and a deeper sense of calm to take back with you.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation - Daily morning yoga class - 1 Triple Vagus Nerve Treatment (TVM) - Daily vegetarian breakfast - Daily vegetarian dinner - Free WiFi

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights - Lunch (optional, 9.50 euros per meal) - Horseback riding and other activities - Massages and Reiki sessions - Homemade wine (2.50 euros per half liter)