Italian Yoga Retreat
Tuscany, Italy
Sept 27 - Oct 3, 2025
Celebrate the dolce vita with a week of wellness and restoration in the Italian countryside! Located on the border of Tuscany and Umbria, this week-long Italian Yoga Retreat blends the perfect amount of yoga, culture, history, fantastic food, and friendship that will awaken your spirit and leave you feeling refreshed, inspired, and reconnected with yourself.
About the retreat
Our venue for the week has been family-owned and operated for four generations. This 100-acre estate and olive grove is an Italian national landmark overlooking Lake Trasimeno. In addition to hosting yoga retreats, it is a popular wedding venue and agriculture farm producing organic olive oil.
The historic main building has been converted into 11 quaint Italian countryside apartments. The apartments are unique with their own authentic Italian farmhouse style and outside garden area. Please keep in mind maintaining the integrity of these historic buildings means foregoing some modern luxuries like AC (which is why we’re visiting in the autumn). Each apartment houses 1-2 bedrooms, a kitchen equipped with appliances, a bathroom, and an amazing view. Shared apartment options include a private bedroom with a shared bathroom (2 people per apartment), or you may choose to rent an entire flat for the week if you prefer more privacy.
Each day begins and ends with a yoga practice in a beautiful studio overlooking the Italian hills and countryside. Mats and props are included, so no need to bring your own.
Meals are farm-to-table, and served under a wooden pergola overlooking the lake. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten and lactose-free diets can be accommodated.
Experiences throughout the week include an olive oil mill visit and tasting, pasta mill visit, and three town tours with private guides including Cortona (famed from the film Under the Tuscan Sun).
Free time can be spent relaxing at the pool overlooking the hills and Lake Trasimeno, exploring a designed secret garden, or taking a short walk to the farm house to visit the small veggie garden and pet the animals. Activities like wine tastings, massages, horseback riding, paragliding, biking (mountain and e-bike), kayaking, stand up paddle board, and hiking can be booked at an additional cost.
Nourish and honor yourself through movement, breath work, meditation, delicious food, adventure, community, and play! Experience the connection, freedom, and FUN your heart + soul craves at this Italian Yoga Retreat.
This retreat is perfect for solo travelers, friends, and couples. All levels welcome.
retreat highlights
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Individual Apartments
Stay in authentic Italian apartments with stunning views, cozy kitchens, and old-world charm—nestled in the hills of Val d’Orcia.
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Daily Yoga Practices
Morning vinyasa to wake up the body, evening yin and restorative flows to wind down. Every class is designed to help you reset, realign, and reconnect.
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Authentic Italian Cooking Class
Enjoy fresh, seasonal Italian meals made with ingredients from the land around you. Dietary accommodations available.
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Guided Town Tours
Explore Siena, Pienza, and Cortona (where Under the Tuscan Sun was filmed) with guides who bring each town’s history and culture to life—charming streets, iconic landmarks, and plenty of gelato included.
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Pasta Mill Tour
Visit a family-owned pasta mill and see how artisanal pasta is made from start to finish.
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Olive Oil Mill & Tasting
Sample some of the region’s finest olive oils at a nearby estate while learning about the process from grove to bottle.
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6 nights accommodation in a quaint, authentic Italian countryside apartment.
Each apartment includes a kitchen equipped with appliances, bathroom, bedroom(s), and amazing view.Daily yoga (morning vinyasa & evening yin/restorative practices)
Morning meditation and pranayama
Yoga props (mats, blankets, blocks, straps)
Farm to the table meals except 3 offsite lunches (vegetarian, vegan, gluten, and lactose-free diets can be accommodated)
Cooking class with the chef and owner
Pasta mill visit in Val D'Orcia
Pienza town tour with private guide
Olive oil mill visit and tasting
Cortona (famed from the film Under the Tuscan Sun) town tour with private guide
Siena town tour with private guide
Professional photos taken by our photographer throughout the retreat
Access to a private Facebook group to connect with other travelers from your group
Access to a swimming pool overlooking the lake, garden, farm, yoga studio, washing machine (100% natural and organic soap included), iron and table iron
Private transfer from/to Florence Peretola (FLR) airport (arrival and departure at a set time)
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Travel to/from Florence
Travel insurance
3 offsite lunches while visiting towns
Additional activities or massages
Gratuities
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Pricing is per person. A $600 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. Payment plans are available for a 5% fee. *Airfare and travel is not included.
Shared Apartment: $2850
Private Apartment: $3900
*$200 Early Bird Discount through September 15, 2024. -
Fly into Forence Peretola Airport (FLR)
A complimentary shuttle will depart from the airport on 9/27 at 4:00pm, and will leave the venue to return to the airport on the last day of the retreat at 9:30am. The drive is approximately 90 minutes, so book your flights accordingly. The cost of any transportation arranged outside of the designated times and locations are the responsibility of the rider.
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7:30am Yoga + Meditation
9:00am Breakfast
10:00 Free Time | Excursion | Massage | Lunch | Lounge
6:00p Yoga
7:30pm Dinner
Italy FAQs
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Yes!
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Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the retreat, but is highly recommended for ultimate protection. It is an optional purchase that covers your investment with Compass Yoga Retreat for any unforeseen problems that may arise in life. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have sufficient coverage and comply with the terms of the applicable insurance plans. If you opt to pass on added insurance, your investment is bound by the terms and conditions of Compass Yoga Retreats. Popular companies include: Faye, TravelInsurance.com, and World Nomads, or you can purchase through a travel consultant. To view a list of other recommended providers please click here.
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You will fly into Florence Airport (FLR).
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A group transfer is included in your retreat, and will depart from the airport at 4:00pm on September 27. It is a 90 minute ride.
*Transfers outside of the specified time must be arranged in advance and will be at the expense of the traveler.
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Hotel check-out on the last day of the retreat is at 9:30am with expected arrival at the Florence airport at 11:00am. Please book all flights with plenty of wiggle room in case there are travel delays.
*Transfers outside of these specified times must be arranged in advance and will be at the expense of the traveler.
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Yes. Food allergies as well as vegetarian, vegan, gluten and lactose-free diets can be accommodated.
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Yes!
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Italy accepts euros and most major credit cards (Visa, but not always AmEx and Discover). I recommend getting euros at the airport for tips, small purchases, etc. especially if you plan to shop or eat lots of gelato.
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Tipping is not mandatory, but is always appreciated. There is not a fixed percentage and it is very much based on your experience. Many Italian businesses (mainly hotels and restaurants) catering to American guests have increased the quality of their service to cater to American standards, so it is something that they have become more accustomed to. However, if you don’t like what you get, do not tip.
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This is a suggested list of what to bring.
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Yes. You will have access to a washing machine with 100% natural and organic soap and hangers to dry clothes.
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Please see our FAQ page for our detailed terms and policy.
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There are 11 apartments that can accommodate 1-2 guests each