Embodying Vitality
Women's Retreat in Umbria Italy September 2025
 

About

In September, we gathered in Umbria - Italy’s “green heart,” at its most lush and vibrant - for a six-night retreat immersed in beauty, nourishment, and connection. We stayed in a lovingly restored 14th-century farmhouse, surrounded by rolling hills of olive groves and vineyards. With verdant land to explore, a spring-water pool, and flourishing gardens, the landscape offered a rich sensory experience for body, mind, and soul.

Throughout our time together, we savored delicious farm-to-table meals and nourished our bodies with daily gentle and slow-flow yoga. Each morning began with guided meditation to create clarity and spaciousness, while evenings invited deep restoration through Yoga Nidra. The retreat offered space to reflect on all that had been lived and accomplished, while also opening to new possibilities with intention and curiosity.

We embraced the spirit of adventure with excursions throughout the region visiting stunning Italian villages, hiking among ancient ruins, tasting local wines, and participating in an authentic Umbrian cooking class. It was a true immersion into la dolce vita.

Together, we slowed down, breathed deeply, and connected, sharing laughter, meaningful conversation, and the kind of joy that comes from being in community with like-minded women. By the end of our six nights, participants left feeling revived, radiant, and inspired - ready to step into their next chapter with a renewed sense of vitalità.

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During the Retreat, We Practiced:

• Mindful morning guided meditation

• Pranayama (guided breathwork)

• Morning moderate/slow vinyasa

• Evening gentle and restorative yoga

• Yoga Nidra for deep relaxation

Highlights from Our Time Together Included:

- Wine Tasting & Orvieto
We visited the historic city of Orvieto, where we enjoyed authentic gelato, explored the magnificent cathedral on a guided tour, and had time to wander and shop. The day also included a visit to a local organic winery, complete with lunch, olive oil tasting, and sweeping views of the Umbrian countryside.

- Bomarzo & Etruscan Pyramid Hike
We spent a day exploring the region’s ancient history, hiking through an enchanted forest of Etruscan ruins to reach a 2,500-year-old pyramid. Afterward, we shared a meal at a family-run trattoria and visited the mysterious “Sacred Garden” of Bomarzo, known for its striking Renaissance sculptures.

- Umbrian Cooking Class
At the retreat venue, we came together for a hands-on cooking experience, learning to prepare traditional Umbrian dishes. We made amazing pasta!!

- Time to Simply Be
Ample personal time allowed for rest, reflection, and enjoyment—whether lounging by the pool, receiving a massage, journaling, exploring the grounds, or simply soaking in the stillness.

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Our Accommodations

Nestled in the rolling hills of Umbria, our retreat home was a peaceful, eco-conscious sanctuary designed in harmony with nature. The restored farmhouse reflected traditional Umbrian style, with terracotta floors, exposed beams, and thoughtfully curated interiors that blended rustic charm with understated elegance.

The property featured expansive grounds, three dedicated yoga spaces, and a unique natural spring-water pool designed as a series of cascading basins surrounded by volcanic stone offering a deeply rejuvenating experience, complete with a central jacuzzi.

Surrounded by oak trees and open land, with a nearby village just a short walk away, the setting provided the perfect balance of retreat, restoration, and connection to the rhythms of the natural world. Truly an opportunity to experience la dolce vita...