Wellness Escape: Yoga, Hiking & Spa Week in Sardinia

This is an 8-day retreat at Soul Valley, a 50-hectare property in the hills above Torre delle Stelle, about 45 minutes from Cagliari airport. The week balances real activity with genuine rest. Each day includes a yoga class, and most days include a guided nature hike — up through flower-covered hills, along streams, or on the beach along the Mediterranean. There’s also a day trip to an ancient Sardinian archaeological site, and rotating extras like sound baths, cacao ceremonies, and meditation. You don’t need any yoga or hiking experience; the levels are mixed and the teachers adapt.

The property itself is the other highlight. The rooms are split between the main building, a renovated farmhouse and stables, and three cottages, all with a view over the sea or hills. There’s a large pool, a vegetarian restaurant with sea-view verandas, two yoga halls (100 and 170 square meters), a spa with Turkish bath and saunas, and walking trails that lead to panoramic meditation spots. The silence is real — this is a quiet, nature-first place, not a resort.

The retreat is hosted by Kamal, who founded Soul Valley after moving from Amsterdam with his family. He’s joined by Nitya, a therapist who has facilitated retreats across India, Brazil, the US, and Europe, and Emilie, a yoga teacher whose classes blend Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, and Kundalini. The team keeps things down-to-earth; the schedule has structure, but there’s plenty of free time to do as little as you like.

What's included

- Accommodation for 7 nights in a boutique room - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Parking - Wi-Fi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Additional treatments (e.g., massages)