Instructor: Devinder, Stephanie and shannon
Location: abruzzo, italy
Join Us in Italy
for an Unforgettable Retreat Experience
Experience the beauty, culture, and relaxation of Italy while deepening your connection to yoga, wellness, and community.
Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, delicious local cuisine, charming villages, and inspiring daily practices, this retreat offers the perfect balance of rest, adventure, and renewal.
Whether you are looking to slow down, reconnect with yourself, or share a memorable experience with like-minded people, our Italy Retreat is designed to nourish body, mind, and spirit.
what to expect
Imagine starting your mornings with yoga on the grounds of an Italian Estate, spending afternoons exploring local markets and historic towns, and ending your evenings with beautiful meals, and meaningful conversations.
This retreat is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and immerse yourself in the beauty and simplicity of Italy.
- Beautiful accommodations in a stunning historic Italian setting
- Three healthy and delicious meals each day, plus snacks
- Daily yoga and meditation sessions in the morning and afternoon or evening
- Time to relax, explore local villages, and take in the surrounding landscape
- Five curated excursions throughout the retreat
- Opportunities for connection, reflection, and personal growth
RETREAT excursions
Day 1 – Arrive and Settle In
Arrive in Rome or Pescara, where transportation will be provided to our Villa in Abruzzo. Enjoy welcome drinks, settle into your accommodations, explore Torre de’ Passeri, relax and join us for dinner and an overview of the week ahead.
Day 2 – Abruzzese Gastronomy Experience
Visit the town of Bucchianico and a centuries-old olive oil press. Learn about traditional extra virgin olive oil production before enjoying local wines and regional Abruzzese cuisine. Later, explore the beautiful town of Pretoro.
Day 3 – The Adriatic Coast
Spend the day along the Adriatic coast discovering fishing platforms unique to Abruzzo. Visit the Canadian WWII cemetery near Ortona, enjoy a seafood lunch on a fishing platform over the sea, and explore San Giovanni in Venere, a medieval abbey built on the site of a Roman temple.
Day 4 – Rest and Relaxation
Enjoy a slower day with a longer yoga practice. Relax at our Villa, unwind, journal, explore the local area, or simply take in the beauty of the villa and countryside.
Day 5 – Market, Ceramics, and Wine
Travel to Sulmona for market day and experience the town like a local. Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at a family-run winery, followed by a visit to a local ceramic artist’s studio.
Day 6 – Vistas and Villages
Start with a drive up the Gran Sasso Massive to a 10th-Century fortress overlooking the Tirino Vally. Lunch in a local restaurant. Visit Santo Stefano where the buildings are stacked on top of each other. Then see the chapel with frescos done in 1263 – 250 years before that other chapel in Vatican City.
Day 7 – The Gorgeous Gorge
Visit the breathtaking Sagittario Gorge, a World Wildlife Fund reserve. Explore the charming town of Scanno, enjoy a lakeside picnic prepared by our chef, and discover the beautiful village of Villalago.
Day 8 – Arrivederci
Following breakfast, transportation will be provided back to Rome or Pescara.
Dates
Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Saturday, November 7, 2026
cost and booking
INCLUSIVE Retreat
This is an inclusive package in Italy, once you arrive, food, lodging, transport during the retreat, and activities are covered within the fee.
What is included:
- airport transfers (Rome and Pescara)
- 7 nights accommodation
- 8-day retreat experience (arrival day to departure day)
- 3 meals per day including house wine/beer and snacks
- 5 excursions including transportation
- 2 yoga/meditation practices per day (hatha, yin, kundalini, meditation, yoga nidra and more…)
- all taxes and fees
Double Occupancy
€3,350 per person (12 spaces available)
Perfect for friends, partners, or anyone happy to share a room.
Single Occupancy
€3,950 per person (1 space available)
Ideal for those who prefer the privacy and comfort of their own room.
What is not included
- Airfare to Italy (flights are separate)
- Personal extras (souvenirs, optional spending, etc.)
Booking Details
- 25% deposit required to reserve your space with balance due July 31, 2026
- Deposit and fees paid are non-refundable
Travel Information
- Suggested arrival airport: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (Rome Fiumicino Airport) or Abruzzo Airport in Pescara.
- Suggested departure airport: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport or Abruzzo Airport.
- Approximate transfer time from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Abruzzo is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic.
- Approximate transfer time from Pescara Airport to the villa area in Abruzzo is generally 30 minutes.
- We recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical coverage, and lost luggage protection.
- Ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned return date from Italy.
- We also recommend arriving with some Euros for small purchases, tips, or personal spending.
Contact
Spaces are limited and early booking is encouraged.
Maximum 13 participants.
To learn more or reserve your place, contact us today: E-mail shannon@pranashanti.com
We look forward to sharing this special experience with you!
