Yoga Retreats & Holidays
DATE
Pending .., due to Covid … TBA
17 nights / 18 days (includes travel time)
LOCATION
Tuscany (Italy) : 5nights
Ravello : 5nights
Umbria : 7nights
Fitness Level: low to medium
Ravello and Positano are on the stunning Amalfi Coast which is a stretch of coastline in southern Italy. It is indeed one of Italy’s most memorable destinations with an outstanding Mediterranean landscape. The mountains plunge down into the sea and homes hang on to the side of the cliffs. There is amazing architecture, history, stunning views of turquoise seas. There are great restaurants and great spots for hiking.You will enjoy the tours to Capri, Sorrento, Ravello and the wonderful hike on the Path of the Gods with stunning views, cliff faces, caves, an ancient convent, vineyards and gardens.
Umbria, north of Ravello, has ever changing, untouched landscapes of lush green winding valleys. It comprises of mainly hills, mountains, hollows and plains. We will be visiting the Costelluccio Plains, Marmore Falls, Scheggino, Piediluco Lake, St Stephens Church at Ferentillo and a special botanical tour. We will be staying in an apartment in the old town in a small and beautiful village in Umbria. It is quiet and central to all daily tours. Our yoga each day is either out doors on the beautiful lawn or in a lovely room indoors. Our bedrooms are delightfully appointed and very comfortable. There is a feeling of ‘old’ Italy here.
Tuscany, Ravello and Umbria have deeply touched the heart of all who have travelled with us.
We have wonderful authentic Italian tour guides who are knowledgeable and share information freely. They take us on unique journeys and are always happy to take detours!
You are ensured of yet another inspiring, authentic and amazing Italian experience that will keep you smiling for months!!
Payment Terms
DEPOSIT
Deposit plus Comprehensive Travel Insurance is required at Time of Booking
AUD $1000.00 per single
AUD $1600.00 per couple
FINAL PAYMENT
Full payment required 10 weeks prior to departure.
Holiday Rates
Approximate Rates – will be reviewed prior to the next scheduled holiday
Euro $4990 TwinShare
Euro $5490 NonShare
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PLEASE NOTE : If you are travelling alone and book twinshare without another person, you may need to be upgraded to nonshare if there is not another person to twinshare. This will incur an additional cost. We always do our best to accommodate all clients’ preferences.
Please contact Lyn if you have any questions.
TRAVEL INSURANCE AND AIR TRAVEL
Comprehensive Travel Insurance with a Cancellation Clause is compulsory. However, Sunshine Yoga organises your insurance.
Please contact Lyn for further information and cost.
PART PAYMENT PLAN
Sunshine Yoga & Health provides a part payment plan to assist in making your holiday a reality. Many clients have achieved their special holiday by paying a small amount each month. This is a free service.
Please contact Lyn for details and a personal set-up monthly plan.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Payments and deposits are non-refundable. Compulsory comprehensive travel insurance with a cancellation component, covers costs when there is a valid and accepted reason for non travel.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is compulsory. However, Sunshine Yoga will organise your insurance. Please contact Lyn for further information and cost.
AIR TRAVEL
Air travel is NOT included in your package. However, we arrange your flights with a very experienced travel consultant Kurt Hufer. He makes this a wonderfully stress-free experience!
VISA
No visa is required.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Payments and deposits are non-refundable. Compulsory comprehensive travel insurance with a cancellation component, covers costs with a valid and accepted reason for non travel.
Please contact Lyn for details and set-up, adjusted to your requirements
SAMPLE ITINERARY
TUSCANY, RAVELLO and UMBRIA Yoga & Cultural Holiday
Please Note: This holiday is well suited to couples and non yoga participants. If choosing twinshare and you do not have a travel buddy, upgrading to nonshare may be necessary if we do not have a client for you to share with .We do our very best to accommodate your requests.
TUSCANY
Pending … Due to Covid … TBA
DAY 1
TUSCANY near SIENA
Alex, our Italian Guide will meet us and stay with our group throughout our stay here.
Transfer to Accommodation and settle in.
Yoga & relaxation session if there is time.
DAY 2
Early morning Qigong/stretches
Free day to explore the local area – Montecatini Alto Village, Thermal Baths etc
Yoga and meditation session prior to dinner
DAY 3
Early morning Energisation
A trip to Lucca by train
Yoga and relaxation session before dinner
DAY 4
Early morning Tai Chi Warmups
Travel to a country farm with lunch and wine
Yoga and relaxation session prior to dinner
DAY 5
Early morning
Energisation
Free day for rest or exploration
Yoga before dinner
RAVELLO
DAY 6
Breakfast and transport to Florence for the fast train to Naples then transfer to Ravello. Lyn will be your helper during this time.
We drive along the picturesque Amalfi Coast to Ravello.
Settle into our Accommodation
There may be time for yoga.
Breakfast and either lunch or dinner is provided.
DAY 7
Early morning energisation and breakfast.
Free day to explore the local area
DAY 8
Early morning energisation and breakfast.
A day out in a private boat to the Isle of Capri. On our return we stop off at Blue Grotto for a swim in the sparkling turquoise waters.
Spend the day meandering around different locations, enjoying the architecture, views and its history.
DAY 9
Breakfast and depart for a full day hike on the world renowned Path of the Gods. Our personal guide imparts local knowledge and history of this area.
We stop and enjoy the ancient Convent of Domenici which sits 600 metres above Positano.
See caves, terraces dropping from the cliffs to the sea and deep valleys where the elegant peregrine and kestrel falcons fly. Also old vineyards and gardens still tended by the locals who walk to these sites daily, add to the intrigue of this hike.
Our guide allows time for rest and to absorb the amazing views out to the glistening Mediterranean, Capri, the Bay of Naples and Positano.
DAY 10
Breakfast and drive to the la Selva Yoga Retreat at Montepurtosa.
Yoga, relaxation and meditation sessions on the amazing wooden platform that looks out to the sparkling turquoise Mediterranean Sea.
The hosts, Christiano and Marta, will provide a home-made vegetarian lunch made up mostly of their homegrown organic vegies and herbs.
It is a spectacular view and the half walk into the venue adds to the charm.
UMBRIA
DAY 11
Breakfast and transfer to train station bound for Umbria. Alex will join us here for our stay here.
Settle into Accommodation. There may be time for yoga.
DAY 12
Early morning energisation
Breakfast and a free day to explore the local area
An afternoon yoga session prior to dinner.
DAY 13
A day travelling to Spoleto wander through the narrow streets of this medieval town.
Walk to the Bridge of Towers and Poreta Castle.
Yoga and relaxation before dinner.
DAY 14
Early morning Qigong and Stretching
Travel to Marmore Falls
Walk to Lovers Balcony.
Drive to Piediluco Lake
Time to relax before dinner.
DAY 15
Breakfast and a yoga and relaxation session
Free morning then lunch
Travel to Scheggino and visit the largest truffle company in Italy
Dinner and an early night
DAY 16 : 29 August
Early morning stretches or sleep in.
Breakfast and a free day to explore the local area
DAY 16
Breakfast and leave for a day trip to Norcia and Castelluccio
Taste local produce at a local restaurant.
Continue to Castelluccio
Return for dinner and relax before bed
DAY 17
Breakfast. Pack and be ready to depart to Rome Airport
- Accommodation – Ravello, Umbria, Tuscany, B&B twinshare and nonshare
- Meals – breakfast only will be provided in all locations
- All tours in Ravello, Umbria and Tuscany, as per the Itinerary
- English speaking private drivers and tour guides
- Minibus and driver transfers from airports and retreat centres
- All transfers to accommodation
- Yoga and relaxation tuition
- Personalised Client Pack
- Support and care
- A photo book specially designed and created by Lyn after your holiday – the cost is usually between AUD $80 to $140
NON-INCLUSIONS
- Air travel
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Tipping is compulsory in Europe – Lyn will advise what amount is appropriate prior to departure
- Meals – lunch and dinner not included in any of the locations
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Anything of a personal nature
- Bottled water
WHAT’S REQUIRED
- Comfortable casual clothing – summer gear with maybe one jacket. Smart casual for restaurant dinners.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Good hiking boots recommended for the Path of Gods hike. New boots/shoes should be worn in prior to departure.
- Ear plugs if you are twin sharing
- Raingear
- Sun hat
- Water bottle
- Torch
- Insect repellent
ACCOMMODATION
TUSCANY
Yoga retreat centre, twinshare and nonshare if available.
RAVELLO
Le Perle d’Italia B&B, twinshare and nonshare, if available.
UMBRIA
Arrone B&B (or similar) twinshare and nonshare available.
Meals will be varied with traditional Italian cuisine, a taste of wine and local delicacies.
- Tuscany – Breakfast only is provided
- Ravello – Breakfast only is provided
- Umbria – Breakfast only is provided
- No meals are provided whilst in transit.
- Tipping is expected at all restaurants and eating facilities throughout Italy
PLEASE NOTE:
If you are travelling alone and wish to book twinshare, please be aware that this can only happen if another single person (of the same gender) wishes to twinshare as well. If this scenario does not happen, upgrading to nonshare will be necessary. This will incur an additional cost. We always do our best to accommodate all clients’ preferences.
This holiday is well suited to couples even if your partner does not do yoga. Alternative activities are very easy to find whilst the group is involved in yoga sessions which are mostly once per day for 2 hours.
GETTING THERE
Arrive Rome International Airport.
No Visa required to enter the country.
Mini bus and train travel mostly throughout the tour.