7-Day Emotional Release, Digital Detox & Breathwork Retreat in Tuscany

Adhara Retreat is the creation of Valentina, who has been running healing retreats in Tuscany since 2018. She leads most of the week herself, drawing on her training in Kundalini Yoga, pranayama, meditation, somatic practices, and breathwork facilitation. She's also a Cranio Sacral and Abdominal Release practitioner, so the retreat includes body-focused work alongside the more mental and emotional practices. One or two other teachers join depending on availability — the team includes Jade (Vinyasa Flow), Bianca (yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine), and Liam (zenthai shiatsu and somatic bodywork).

The week is structured around a clear progression. Day 2 focuses on mental health and mindfulness, with theory and meditation aimed at quieting repetitive thoughts. Day 3 shifts to the body — somatic release work and a class in intuitive movement. Day 4 is the emotional release centrepiece: a three-hour Transformational Breathwork Journey in the afternoon. Day 5 introduces Kundalini energy work, a forest bath, and Yoga Nidra. Day 6 is the heart-focused day, ending with a Cacao Ceremony and community evening. The final day is a closing circle and integration work.

The setting plays a big part. The retreats are hosted in two stone villas, chosen by season, both set in remote countryside near forests and rivers, far from towns and noise. One has a pool and access to a spring river; the other has a wood-fired outdoor jacuzzi. Walks go through forests of ancient chestnut and beech trees.

A digital detox is a genuine part of the experience — guests are encouraged to truly disconnect from technology for the week. Meals are served at set times, and the day includes long blocks of unstructured self-time, which is where a lot of the settling happens. It's a retreat for people who want to look inward, not a sightseeing holiday.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Cacao ceremony - Sweat lodge (when aligned with moon cycle and weather) - Waterfalls/River purification or hot springs (weather permitting) - Daily pranayama classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Specialized workshops - Nature hikes - 60-minute one-on-one session - 1 hour treatment - Water, tea, juices throughout the day - Group excursions/activities - Welcome drink - Transportation during the retreat - Pre and post retreat support - Parking

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Extra one-on-one sessions - Extra nights - Visa fee - Travel insurance - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Extra treatments available on site - Transportation to and from the villa (approx. 20 euros each way)