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7 Day Yoga Retreat with Ayurvedic Treatments in Puglia, Italy
Country House Il fiore della vita, via lama di forchia 2, 70014 Conversano, Bari, Italy
Detoxifying Yoga Retreat in Italy
Vedaguru Centre offers you the possibility to take yoga lessons, take part in the cultural and natural tour, enjoy the pampering treatments, and learn the benefits of Ayurveda in a marvelous place surrounded by nature. This yoga retreat is perfect for you who want to boost your wellness through the detox program while relaxing your body, mind, and soul through daily yoga practices.
Meet the instructors
Carola, Mariangela, & Fabio
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Highlights
- 5 days of morning yoga classes
- 4 Ayurvedic treatments
- Visits to Conversano, Polignano, and Alberobello.
- 6 nights' accommodation
- Half board or B&B meal plan
- Opportunity to relax and focus on your well-being
Skill level
- Beginner
Yoga styles
5 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Italian
Group size: Maximum of 7 participants
Accommodation
You will be staying at Montecarretto Country House during the retreat. A double room or a single room with a private bathroom is available. There are three suites: one is in the Trulli main building, one is in the old barn, and the other is in an old ruin; all are renovated, preserving the original state.
Each room has the name of the plant grown near or inside it (like the fig tree in the old ruin). All rooms are very comfortable, providing tranquility and repose in a refined and welcoming environment. All has private bathrooms, kitchenette, and terrace.
Check in after 2 p.m. Check out of room is before 11 a.m. but it is possible to stay at the venue, the pool, etc. using external toilet.
Yoga mat and free bicycle are provided. Electrical bike to rent. Companions who do not participate in the activities can come in a shared room and pay only the accommodation.
Program
Morning Hatha yoga; a balanced yoga approach every morning warm-up exercises, asana (poses), pranayama (breathing), mantras (positive affermations) mindfulness (focuses attentions) mudra and relaxation (includes guided imagery) surrounded by nature.
Yoga is not just "poses." It also includes what happens along the way (how you breathe, how you are listening to your body, and how your mind is focused on the present moment). Yoga is a personal activity that looks different with each of you. Yoga is not about how you "look" on the outside; it is about how you "feel" on the inside.
On this retreat, you will enjoy daily yoga lessons which include asana and pranayama based on Ayurveda and the three doshas. The treatments could be abhiangam (traditional Ayurvedic massage) bolus bag, shirodhara, udwartanam (detox powder) sauna, vasti (local treatments), shiroabhiangam (head massage), mukhabhiangam (face massage), nasyam, etc. In your free time, you can spend your time resting, walking in nature, reading light material, and practicing gentle yoga and meditation.
Teas for drinking throughout the day are available, and the host recommends absolute rest or short walks without exposing yourself to excessive heat, cold, wind, etc.
Included excursions
Visits to Conversano, Polignano, and Alberobello.
Instructors
Carola Altea
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After a trip to India in 2008, attracted by Ayurvedic medicine, by the powers of nature, and her passion for anthropology, Carola has known indigenous and ancient cultures present in Kerala. She has worked for years in Greece, learning the culture and the mysteries of the Cyclades. She has lived in Italy, in the Alps, where she rediscovered the ancient traditions and cults. She has studied Ayurveda, pranic healing, yoga, and meditation in India.
Mariangela Pascale
A masseuse and therapist since 2000, Mariangela is always open and looking for an improvement in the studies. She uses multiple techniques in her work, like hot stone therapy massage, watsu, Ayurvedic massage, deep tissue, slimming, anti-stress, and energetic. She is the president of Vedaguru Association.
Fabio Basalisco
Fabio is a specialist in neurology, with refinement in Ayurvedic medicine and psychosomatic, having been trained in India, as a student of Doctor Raju. After years of general practice, he decides to resign and devote himself to Ayurvedic medicine. He followed a three-year course to become an Ayurvedic therapist and received his diploma in Ayurvedic medicine from Maharishi Vedic University. For more than 20 years, he has been dealing with Ayurveda, combining the study of the basic principles with an interest for massage, nutrition, yoga, meditation, philosophy, and psychology.
Retreat location
The retreat will take place at a location between Conversano and Putignano, Itria Valley, surrounded by nature and a beautiful biolake with ninfea and lotus flowers.
Distances
- Conversano, 7 kilometers
- Polignano a Mare, 17 kilometers
- The Caves of Castellana, 8 kilometers
- Alberobello, 22 kilometers
- Monopoli town 22 kilometres
- Monopoli Capitolo beaches, 28 kilometers
- Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) - 50 minutes
- Brindisi Airport (BDS) - 110 minutes
Unique features
Activities
- Sauna
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- In-room safe
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair dryer
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
You will be served a daily local and healthy breakfast and dinner. The meals will be served based on the concept of kilometer 0. The meals are prepared using primarily produce, olive oil, fruit, vegetables, and spices as per the Mediterranean diet and seasonal availability. Only local traditional Puglia recipes are used, customized by the owners' own creativity.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Ayurvedic
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
Vedaguru Centre can organize a taxi transfer to the nearest villages or is also possible to take a bus from Conversano. They suggest to rent car at Bari airport for who want to explore more the area.
What's included
- 5 days daily morning yoga with instructions in Italian and English
- 4 Ayurvedic treatments
- Visits to Conversano, Polignano, and Alberobello
- Half board or B&B meal plan
- 6 nights' accommodation
- Tourist tax
What's not included
- Airport transfers
- Airfare
How to get there
Recommended Airports
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport
38 km
Transfer not provided
BDS
Brindisi – Salento Airport
76 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) or Brindisi Airport (BDS). Transfers from and to this airport are available upon request.
From the airport, you can also take a professional taxi to the venue for 70 EUR.
Arrival by train
Apulia is served by the main railway artery of the country. The high-speed rail Frecce di Trenitalia connects Bari and Foggia to the main Italian cities with an efficient daily service. For further information, please visit the National Railways website.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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