Sunrise to Sunset Retreat
7-Day Sunrise to Sunset Tuscan Retreat |
Tuscany, Italy
August 25 to September 1, 2023
(9-spots left of 12)
Manicured fields, rustic farms, cypress-lined driveways, and towns clinging to nearly every hill, Tuscany is the romantic image of Italy.
Stretching from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Apennines, considered to be one of the most important cultural landscapes of the Renaissance. Tuscany a touchestone for food, art and culture, nestled along the country-side, naturally encourages holistic wellness of body, mind, soul and spirt.
Connect with nature, connect with yourself, connect with your partner, connect with a friend - connect with what 'is' important.
Gratitude opens your eyes to the limitless potential of the universe.
The Courtship of Tuscany...
Wellness retreats are planned getaways that provide a richer and more immersive experience than typical vacations, serving to break up your everyday schedule. The Vita Lotus Sunset to Sunrise Tuscan Retreat adds a special element; cultured longivity. Tuscany triggers the mind to remember the spirit of living life is not lost, only has been forgotten.
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Nurturing your spirit has never been a more divine experience - whether your goals are to recharge your batteries, get over burnout, encourage healing, grow personally, learn new skills, reconnect with love - this retreat will provide what you need.
Warmth of Tuscany...
Tuscany may have the largest collection of artwork in the world, from exceptional paintings and sculpture to frescoes and architectural marvels, dating from the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance.
There are several motives to travel to Tuscany. Many come looking for exquisite art, while others come to experience the breathtaking landscape. Gourmets and wine enthusiasts travel to Tuscany to sample the region's straightforward, yet superb cuisine and wine; others to enjoy the sea shore and islands, the undulating hills, and appreciate the mountain trails.
Gourmet Presence...
Tuscans take pleasure in high-quality, seasonal ingredients from local markets. Italian food has long served as a bridge connecting all of the country's geographical areas. Italian food is similar to their language in that each area speaks a common language, with each having their own dialect. Based on it's lengthy history and geography, each area provides delectable and distinctive meals; Tuscany's famous cuisine is no exception.
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With both wine and food cultivated together, we embark on a path of history, tradition, origin, culture and artistic dining.
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- It is a novelty to dine in a city inhabited for 2,500 years like Volterra or roam the streets made prosperous by Roman trade routes like San Gimignano -
Why Attend Retreat
Sunrise to Sunset Tuscany ?
Experience the Romance of Longivity
A genuine, unique Vita Lotus Retreat, in the heart of Tuscany, you will experience the importance of your wellbeing and what it feels like to be spoiled by a nurtured atmosphere, rennaissance culture,
healing treatments and phenomenal dining experiences.
The stunning surroundings of your 7-day Tuscan Sunset to Sunruse Retreat will assist to cleanse the mind, relax the soul, nourish the body and heighten the spirit.
Learn the secrets of Tuscan longevity and experience fresh vigour and personal growth via intriguing talks on maximizing the life you want to live. Enjoy gourmet dining, culinary courses, engaging excursions, entertainment, yoga, meditation, dharma discussions, and mindfulness workshops.
This is a wellness retreat with a focus on maintaining optimal wellness, while having a realxing vacation with fun, the romance of living and novelty.
Maia and her co-hosts will aid you in deciphering the everyday barrage of metropolitain noise. We welcome an informal atmosphere, to enjoy Tuscan food, regional wines, culture and kindness in a judgment free zone.
Although yoga retreats are offered by some wonderful ashrams, should you be seeking and wanting to combine travel and culture with wellness, you are definitely searching for something a little more laid-back and exciting.
Vita Lotus Retreats offers you a natural alternative pairing travel with wellness, a more pleasurable wellness vacation getaway of enchantments and divine romance - guiding you how to live a spiritual path, rather than only practice it.
We can only truly be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.
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Retreat Schedule
Friday:
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3 p.m to 5 p.m
Arrival Tuscan Villas
Villa Assignment
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Get Cozy w/your
In-Room Welcome Package
5 p.m to 7 p.m
Wine and Cheese Reception
Orientation
Meet your Travel Companions
Set Week Intentions
Mindful Meditation
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7:30 p.m (Guidance)
Mindful Practices
Mindful Presence w/Food
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8 p.m Dinner
Relax into Flow
Dharma Discussion
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10 p.m (Rest)
Lights Out for Maia
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Tuesday:
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8 a.m
Sutra Reading
Restorative Yoga
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9 a.m (Breakfast)
Garden
10:30 a.m to 4 p.m (Tour)
Truffle town, San Minato
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Truffle hunting “tartufaio”
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Walk the Woods w/Truffle Dog
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Connect with Locals
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Explore San Minato
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Lunch: bruschetta and pasta dressed with fresh truffles and dessert
4 p.m to 5;30 p.m
Individual Time
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5:45 p.m
Sunset Meditation
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6 p.m (Bel Canto and Dinner)
Pizza -Tiramisu - Drinks
Italian Opera Arias
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Saturday:
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8 a.m
Restortavive Yoga
Sutra Reading
9 a.m (Breakfast)
Garden
10:30 a.m
Mindful Meditation
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11 a.m to 12:30 p.m
Pizza and Gelato Class
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1 p.m (Lunch)
Enjoy your Tuscan Meal
2:45 pm to 11 pm
Sienna and Chianti Sunset Tour
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Wine Tasting
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Tuscan Dinner
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photography
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cultured beauty
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Wednesday:
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8 a.m
Sutra Reading
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
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9 a.m (Breakfast)
Light Breakfast
9:30 a.m to 6 p.m (Full Day)
Day In Florence
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Leonardo Interactive Museum
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Florence Duomo
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Uffizi Gallery
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Lunch - Dessert - Snack
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Pasticceria Dolci e Dolcezze
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Pino's Sandwiches - Salumeria Verdi
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Gelato Snack and Go
6 p.m to 7:30 p.m
Individual Time
7;30 p.m
Light Tuscan Dinner
Dyads Sharing Circle
Poetry Reading
Garden Grounds
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Sunday:
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8 a.m
Sutra Reading
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
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9 a.m (Breakfast)
Garden
10 a.m to 4:30 p.m (Full Day)
Vespa Tour Hills of Tuscany
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Olive Tasting
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Wine Tasting
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Olive Groves and Vineyards
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Typical Tuscan Lunch
4:30 p.m to 6 p.m
Individual Time
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6:15 p.m
Sunset Meditation
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7 p.m (Dinner)
Florence Aperitivo
Florentine Wine Bar
Tuscan Cheeses and Salami
Neighborhood(s) Stroll
(explore the charm of Florence)
Thursday:
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7:30 a.m
Wake-Up Central Vagus Nerve
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8 a.m (Breakfast)
On the Go (Carry)
8 a.m to 6p.m (Tour)
Cinque Terre Coastal Villiages
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Ports of Livorno
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Vernazza
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Riomaggiore
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Cornigila
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Monterosso
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Coastal Lunch Monterosso
What to Bring:
Comfortable Shoes
Sunsreen and Hat
Light Sweater
Extra Cash for Souveniers
Backpack to Carry Water
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6 p.m to 7:30 p.m
Invidual Time
Graitude Meditation (optional)
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7:30 p.m (Dinner)
Gourmet Connoisseur Dining
Monday:
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8 a.m
Sutra Reading
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
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9 a.m (Breakfast)
Garden
10 a.m to 4:30 p.m (Full Day)
Val d’Orcia
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Ancient Thermal Villiage
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Bagno Vignoni Hot Springs
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Unspoiled Nature of Valdorcia
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Lunch Hotel Le Terme
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Mind, Body Soul Unity
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Bathing Suit and Towel Needed
4:30 p.m to 6 p.m
Individual Time
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6:15 p.m
Dharma Discussion
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7:30 p.m (Dinner)
Gourmet Connoisseur Dining
Enjoy the Villa Grounds
Holisitc teas at starliight
Friday:
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8 a.m
Energy Flow
Vinyasa Yoga
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8:30 a.m to 10 a.m (Breakfast)
Garden
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10:30 a.m to 4 p.m
Prepare for Departure
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Preparation:
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Advice Maia Flight Departures
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Airport Transfers 4 hours prior
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Departure Souvenir Basket
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What to Bring:
Comfortable Shoes
Sunsreen and Hat
Light Sweater
Extra Cash for Souvenirs
Backpack to Carry Water
Camera
Socks
Comfortable Clothing
3-Nice Outfits for Dining
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Still Deciding to Attend
Sunrise to Sunset Tuscany?
Become Meditation in Movement
'Sunrise to Sunset Tuscan Retreat' is the perfect remedy for your needs if you are in need of novelty in your life - stepping away from the daily monotonous schedules can be the prescription you require.
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The charming stone farmhouses, vineyards, and olive groves of Tuscany, along with the famous cultural centres of Florence, Siena, and Pisa, as well as the ancient hilltop villages of San Gimignano and Cortona, to the coastal shoreline villiages of Cinque Terre are an embarrassment of riches by any standard.
The Italian area, has an abundant of fresh gems to be found. Allow Maia and her energetic zen co-hosts to lead you down Tuscany's uncharted routes - uncover even more surprises among it's 23,000 square kilometres.
You are giving yourself the opportunity to:
Acquire skills during your Tuscan adventure to embrace the empowered feeling of both being free and exploring the deeper connections to yourself and your relationship with the world.
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This is a wellness retreat and focus is highly regarded on guiding you to navigate your life with the serenity and freedom you deserve to live life with verve and excitement to be alive.
Your retreat week will operate simply, in an enviroment of ease and comfort; adjoining with like-minded souls, desiring the same nourishment of release as you do.
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You will have the time and space to :
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concentrate on recharging and re-establishing contact with nature, culture, your inner-core and release un-yielding pressures and un-necessary stresses.
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partake in calming and unwinding activities during the course of 7-day retreat. ​
Your body and soul will receive what it needs to feel refreshed, simply because... you have made the conscious decison to take a break from your lifestyle to restore physical, mental and emotional health, while having healthy cultural fun.
Give yourself a rest from ongoing challenges:
of a hectic modern and metropolitan setting.
My Investment for a Week of Restorative Cultrual Refreshment?
'Sunrise to Sunset Retreat'
7-Day Sunrise to Sunset Retreat
Tuscany, Italy
August 25 to Septmber 1, 2023
∞ Your Package Includes ∞
7- Night Accommodations
21 Gastronomical Dining Experiences
Wine and Cheese Reception
Restorative and Vinyasa Yoga
Mindful Meditation Instruction
Mindful Eating Instruction
Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class
Reflexolgy Massage
Wine and Olive Tasting Vineyards
<only 12 particpants>
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- All Taxes -
Vita Memorable Take-Home Bag
<airport​ transfer if needed from Florence, Italy>
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Excursions.
Vespa Tour Hills of Tuscany
Siena and Chianti Sunset Tuscan Dinner
Bagno Vignoni Hot Springs - Val d’Orcia
Truffle town, San Minato (Truffle Hunt)
Leonardo Interactive Museum
Florence Duomo
Uffizi Gallery
Italian Opera Concert
Cinque Terre Coastal Villiage
100% Guaranteed Relaxed Mind
$4697. USD per person
$8397. USD per couple
$1000. USD deposit per person
(balance due July 1, 2023)
- Wellness Reprieve in the Flow of Activity -
Break free from your schedule and devote yourself to becoming the calmness of awareness.
YES: It is possible - Vita Lotus Retreats will show you how!
