Come on retreat with me
La Dolce Vita Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat Italy September 2026
Yoga retreats on the Sorrento Coast, Italy
In addition to Yoga, one of my other passions is Italy and I run regular, week-long Yoga retreats in southern Italy. I lived and studied in Italy when I was at university and have always had a close affinity with the country and its people.
My goal is to offer a unique Yoga experience with a daily practice in beautiful, natural surroundings. However, I also want to give my guests time to relax, explore the local area, enjoy the delicious local cuisine and meet like-minded people.
The retreat hotel overlooks the Bay of Naples with spectacular views to Ischia and Vesuvius. But it is not just the breathtaking views that make this hotel special - it is exceptional because of the genuine hospitality its staff offer to each guest.
There are two levels of accommodation on offer - seaview rooms within the villa itself or simple retreat rooms situated in the hotel's peaceful botanical gardens. These are air-conditioned, clean and quiet and provide the perfect environment for reflection, meditation and mindfulness.
On a coastline that is notoriously expensive and which can get extremely overcrowded, I believe that I have found a gem of a hotel that is affordable, tranquil and beautiful.
I never thought I could have enjoyed the Yoga retreat as much as the one I took part in in 2019 but the 2024 trip was tremendous. Not only did I have the joy of my daughter and granddaughter accompanying me but I also met the most wonderful group of people. I expected the group vibe to be good as we were like-minded people but, put together the daily Yoga, stunning views, fabulous food, relaxing nearby lido, amazing boat trip, the language, oh I could go on. Suffice to say I don't know how I can top this wonderful experience. So happy I went again.
Explore Italy
Following your morning Yoga class, you are free to spend the rest of the day relaxing in the hotel's beautiful botanical gardens or on the nearby beach of La Marinella with its clean waters, spectacular views and delicious restaurant.
Alternatively, you might like to head to Sorrento for shopping and sightseeing, take the short train trip to visit the historic excavated ruins of Pompeii, visit the spectacular city of Naples or visit the local lemon groves to see how the traditional limoncello is made..
There is also the option of chartering a private boat to visit the stunning cliffside towns of Positano and Amalfi or the spectacular island of Capri .
1. The Experience Overview
Italian Language Classes
Enjoy two complimentary online Italian conversation classes before departure, to help you feel at ease when you arrive in Italy.Accommodation
Experience 7 nights of peaceful accommodation, with options for sea-view rooms or serene retreat rooms nestled in botanical gardens.Fresh Daily Continental Breakfast
Start your day with a Continental breakfast featuring fresh local produce: cereals, pastries, yogurt, bread, cheese, and salame.
2. Yoga & Wellness
Morning Outdoor Yoga
Wake up to invigorating morning practices held outdoors, with panoramic views of the sea, Mount Vesuvius, and the island of Capri.Themed Yoga Classes
Each day features a thoughtfully designed Yoga practice, including flowing sequences to energize and blissful relaxation sessions.
3. Immersion & Exploration
Breathtaking Views
Enjoy beautiful panoramic views from the hotel terrace, and have your breath taken.Afternoon Exploration:
The afternoons are yours to enjoy at your own pace, relaxing in the peaceful surroundings or venturing out to explore the local area.Optional Activities:
Boat Trip to Capri, Positano, or Amalfi.
Lemon Grove Visit:
Pompeii, Herculaneum
4. Local Cuisine
Shared Evening Meals:
Gather together in the evenings to enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel’s restaurant or one of the charming local spots.
5. Flexibility & Relaxation:
Plenty of Free Time:
The schedule is designed to offer flexibility, allowing you to strike the perfect balance between Yoga, relaxation, and exploration.
Fully booked for 2026
This is an intimate, beautifully curated retreat and numbers are limited.
The 2026 retreat is now fully booked so please look out for new dates in 2027.
Please note that this retreat is suitable for all levels, including beginners (but unfortunately not during pregnancy)
"The whole week was perfect. It couldn't be bettered!"
Thailand Retreat 2027
Walk In Float Out Retreat Koh Samui Thailand March 2027
This lovingly curated seven-day retreat in Koh Samui, Thailand offers you a unique Yoga and Ayurveda experience with twice-daily, themed practices.
Enjoy an alchemy of physical Yoga, breathing techniques, gentle relaxations, guided meditations and the deep wisdom of Ayurveda.
The idyllic ocean-setting of the retreat centre provides a gentle daily reminder of the importance of re-connecting with Nature and, in addition to the practices, there will be lots of time to relax in beautiful natural surroundings.
This quiet invitation to unwind will be complemented in the afternoon with a nourishing Restorative Yoga practice and guided Yoga Nidra. Bliss:)
You really will walk in and float out.
My skills for your perfect Yoga retreat
I qualified with the British Wheel of Yoga in 2004 so have now been teaching for 21 years, over the course of which I have taught a huge range of abilities and ages. You can be confident that you are in the hands of a well-qualified and experienced teacher while on retreat.
UK Yoga Retreats
Yorkshire Yoga Retreat
I appreciate that not everyone is always able to travel abroad for a retreat and so I also run an annual mini retreat in the UK over four days and three nights.
The retreat package includes:-
3 nights' accommodation
Full cooked breakfast
2-course evening meal
Daily morning Yoga
Evening relaxations/meditation class
Suitable for all ages and abilities (sorry, not pregnancy)
To find out more about my next UK retreat in 2027, please message me using the button link below.
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Bespoke Retreats
Bespoke retreats
Indulge in the ultimate rejuvenating experience with a bespoke retreat that has been carefully tailored to meet the needs of you and your party.
Bespoke retreats allow you and a party of your friends, family or colleagues to immerse yourselves in a blissful week of Yoga and Ayurveda in the location of your dreams enjoying delicious cuisine freshly prepared by your personal chef.
With my retreat partners at international travel specialists, Big Blue Travel, I’ll find the perfect venue in your chosen location, organise a chef to prepare all your Ayurveda-inspired meals, and lead beautiful bespoke Yoga practices to suit the needs of your group.
My retreats cater for men and women of all ages and levels of Yoga experience from beginners to advanced, providing a combination of dynamic and restorative practices, pranayama (breathing exercises), guided meditations and blissful relaxations.
You can add as much to the retreat itinerary as you wish with a range of the best local activities such as watersports, cycling or cookery classes, although you might prefer to simply relax in the beautiful surroundings of your retreat accommodation.
A personal Ayurvedic consultation will also be available to you during the retreat. This will enable me to identify your unique constitution and guide you with personalised advice about your diet and lifestyle (dinacharya).
You and your party will leave your retreat feeling not only deeply rested and restored but equipped with a variety of personal tools to support your health and wellbeing when you get home.
Contact me today to discuss your bespoke retreat 2027 and let me create the perfect wellness experience for you and your party.
Having run several successful Yoga retreats, I have seen firsthand the profound effect on your overall health and wellbeing that going on retreat can have. In fact, I would go as far to say that it is something that every busy adult should consider on a regular basis to help them reconnect, restore and rebalance.
The 10 benefits of going on a Yoga retreat
Dedicated time to focus just on yourself and your wellbeing
Access to daily classes which provide a perfect opportunity to progress your practice and take it to a new level
A chance to step back and consider your daily routine back home and replace old habits with new healthier ones
An environment which is more conducive to developing a mindfulness and meditation practice
An opportunity to unplug and escape from the daily demands of technology, relationships and general life
Release of pressure and the expectation to be constantly achieving and working
An opportunity to reconnect with Nature and spend more time outside in beautiful surroundings
A qualified teacher on hand to help with the specific aspects of your practice you want to develop
The chance to make new friends with similar interests from other parts of the country and often around the world
In the case of a retreat overseas, the possibility of learning to speak a new language
These are just some of the benefits of attending a Yoga retreat - why not look into joining me on one of my next retreats in 2027?
Simply message me on [email protected] for more details and/or book.
Partners with Big Blue Travel
To make organizing your Yoga retreat with me even easier, I’m thrilled to have partnered with Big Blue Travel who can assist you with booking flights to both Thailand and Italy.
Feel free to reach out to Jo at [email protected] for more information.