Time frame for this experience: October 17, 2020 - May 15, 2021
Length: 6 days
Available dates:
2020: 12 - 17 October
2021: 12 - 17 Aprile, 19 -24 April, 10-15 May
Join an exclusive yoga experience in Italy to stimulate the senses and soothe the soul in the beautiful setting of Cinque Terre (5 Lands) in a quiet and luxury relais at the sea where time, silence and space abound. A place in which to enjoy sheer comfort and silence as you rediscover the joys of times past, time for wellness massages, spa treatments and yoga, for forgotten pleasures.
This experience will help you to simply relax, de-stress from the culture of today's busy society or to enjoy the spiritual benefits of yoga that could prove to be a life changing experience.
Don't miss to visit the beautiful surroundings. Breathtaking views, Italian food, immersing into the local culture, relaxation, and of course, power yoga and meditation. A magical setting you won’t want to miss. If you are looking for inspiration for your next yoga vacation in Italy, this part of Italy is magic!
During your vacation with us you can participate to a wide range of affordable activities such as the hiking on through the famed Cinque Terre coastline to enjoy the unlimited walks to explore the gorgeous nearby villages, take a boat tour to explore the Italian Riviera, admire the colorful houses painted in different colors of the riviera, taste local food.
The yoga sessions are twice daily, in the morning and in the afternoon.
Unique about this trip
A unique yoga experience in Italy
The right mix of culture and amazing landscapes
Admire the beauty of the Italian Riviera villages
A 5-star luxury relais stay
Enjoy the Italian vegetarian food
See gorgeous landscape
This 5-star luxury relais is where the three elements that are the essence of hospitality come together. The three-storey building looks out over the sea and was designed to blend seamlessly into the landscape. Protected by vegetation, it adapts itself perfectly to the slope over Punta Corvo beach, beautifully following the cliff’s lines and nature with a hanging garden on the second level. The relais sits on three hectares of terraced land typical of Liguria, there are chaise lounges and umbrellas under which to relax. Enjoy the free use of the spa features of the relais: the wellness centre, the swimming pool, the sensory showers, the sauna and the steam baths with aromatherapy, and the Kneipp tub.
Over the centuries, the Gulf of La Spezia has been a haven of reflection and inspiration for such great poets as Lord Byron and the Shelleys, and for this reason tradition has named it the Gulf of Poets.
Cinque Terre (5 Lands), Portovenere, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso
Let you have a unique travel program and great value for money.
Unforgettable experiences, selected comfort hotels, charming places, gourmet experiences.
Why choose us?
We're creative and we love to share our creativity with you. We're always available and ready to satisfy your travel requirements. We're professional and our experience and commitment is the best warranty for you. We're detail-addicted, we know how to pamper you, caring for the details that make you happy.
For groups of more than 6 persons please get in touch with us.
Before you book your trip with us, please read carefully below:
Prices
All prices indicated are per person.
This tour requires a non-refundable deposit of 700€ for the reservation.
Accommodation
· Luxury: is usually a 5-star hotel or relais which provides a remarkably high level of service and comfort. However, certain luxury tours may have itineraries where no 5-star hotels are available, in such cases, we shall choose the best available hotel for that location.
· Comfort: is usually a 4-star hotel. This hotel level provides comfortable beds, room service, mini-bars, a great guest service, and sometimes gym and spa facilities.
Cancellation terms
Unless otherwise indicated the following terms apply:
· up to 45 days before the tour start date, a cancellation fee equal to the previously agreed down payment or equal to 30% applies;
· from 21 to 44 days before the trip start date, 40% of the total price of the trip is non-refundable;
· from 20 to 14 days before the trip start date, 60% of the total price of the trip is non-refundable;
· and 13 days or less before the trip start date, 100% of the total price of the trip is non-refundable;
Payment
· Any payment is fully refundable up to 45 days before arrival, except for the non-refundable deposit
· The balance of the payment to be paid 45 days before arrival.
· All payments are safe and available through WeTravel platform via Stripe - this option, coming at an extra 2,5% cost
An exclusive yoga experience in Italy, locate in the quiet and luxury relais in the beautiful setting of Cinque Terre (5 Lands)
Twice daily, in the morning and in the afternoon, held outdoors on the pool deck, or inside, depanding on the wheather (9 sessions)
Fittings are provided including yoga mats, blocks, straps, cushions, and blankets
5 nights accommodation in double room in a 5-starrelais
1x welcome drink
6x breakfast, 1x cocktail, 2x dinner – Vegetarian freshly and seasonal ingredients, locally sourced, prepared by the relais' chef
Enjoy a special dinner on the last day in Cinque Terre
Local wine at dinner, 1/2 bottle per person
All travelers will receive our App POPGuide to improve your bespoke Italian experience
City tax to paid on site
On request, quoted separately, price per person
From/to the airport upon arrival/departure and tours (if not indicated as included)
Boat tour to explore Cinque Terre, Portovenere and 2 villages of the 5 (Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso). Boat (or train) transportation, snacks,mineral water,guide are included
Explore the Sentiero Azzurro (the most famous pathway) with the sparkling Italian Riviera expanding to the horizon. Boat (or train) transportation, trekking guide, snacks, mineral water are included
Vegetarian Cooking Class and Lunch
Visit to a winery, wine tasting and Lunch. Transfers, wine tasting, lunch are included.
Massages and spa treatments available at the relais
Laundry, calls, room service, etc
Any tips and gratuities you would like to leave for staff or tour guides
This tour can be personalized with whatever optional tour to add to your itinerary to fit your travel expectations.
You must have a travel insurance prior to start of trip
Health travel insurance during your trip in Italy, ask for the special o
Flights to and from Italy
Check the latest regulations in force for Italy before the departure
Transfer from the airport to the hotel (on your own, optional transfer on request). After you arrival at your hotel settle in your room and then enjoy a welcome yoga session (17:30) in the unique atmosphere of this 5-star relais. This is an awesome way to begin your yoga experience!
After the sunset drink (18:00) we'll meet for Vegetarian Italian dinner (19:30) to get to know each other. The dinner is prepared by the relais' chef with Vegetarian freshly and seasonal ingredients, locally sourced.
Time to get acquainted with the outdoor swimming pools, the solarium, the heated jacuzzis, the panoramic sauna and the internal wet path.
This morning will start with the morning yoga session (8:00), followed by breakfast (9:30). After breakfast, you can enjoy the optional Cinque Terre experience (10:30).
This is a unique tour (by boat or by train) where you can combine the visit of the famous Cinque Terre to another enchanting village, Portovenere.
Portovenere is a unique country full of colorful houses painted in different colors, you will be hypnotized by its beauty,all surrounded by the ancient medieval walls.
You can see Doria’s Castle, Byron’s Grotto, Saint Peter’s Church and more the typical products to be tasted among which the famous “pesto” (made with ground pine nuts, basil leaves, a little garlic, a little cheese and parmesan cheese and of course exstra virgin olive oil) and the local white wine produced in the Cinque Terre Sciacchetra.
Cinque Terre is a UNESCO world heritage site and formed by the 5 coastal villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. The visit includes 2 of these villages. The snack-lunch and mineral water is included..
After returning to the hotel, you'll have time to refresh and have the afternoon yoga session (17:30).
Dinner on your own.
This morning will start with the morning yoga session (8:00), followed by breakfast (9:30). After breakfast, you can enjoy the optional tour Trekking in the nature (10:30).
You’ll follow the Sentiero Azzurro, the Blue Path, which is the most famous and accessible pathway running through the coastal villages. With the sparkling Italian Riviera expanding to the horizon, you’ll understand why its beauty and breathtaking landscapes are so famous. You can create your photographic memories that will last a lifetime in the stunning setting of Cinque Terre.
The afternoon is then yours to explore the Italian Riviera at leisure or do some shopping. After concluding our tour, we'll transfer back to our hotel.
Once returned to the hotel, you'll have time to refresh and have the afternoon yoga session (17:30).
Dinner on your own.
This morning will start with the morning yoga session (8:00), followed by breakfast (9:30). After breakfast, you can enjoy the optional Vegetarian Cooking Class and Lunch (10:30).
The vegetarian cooking class is a hands-on cooking class where you learn how to prepare the vegetarian Italian dishes. The cooking class is centered on seasonal vegetables and their individual unique characteristics and properties. Together with the chef you will discover new cooking methods or rediscover tried-and-true methods, and how to maintain the nutritional properties of each vegetable you utilize and satisfy your taste buds at the same time.
You can spend the rest of the day to explore the area on your own, or with new friends. With so much to do and see, you'll have endless options of how to spend your day. You'll just want to make sure you're back in time to join the rest of the group for the afternoon yoga session (17:30).
Dinner on your own.
Today is our last full day in the amazing Cinque Terre. This morning will start with the morning yoga session (8:00), followed by breakfast (9:30). After breakfast, you can enjoy the optional (10:30) you'll have the opportunity to
visit one of the wineries, meet a winemaker who is passionate about using ancient methods to produce fine wines, and have a Wine tasting and lunch.
After concluding our tour, we'll transfer back to our hotel where you'll have time to refresh in time for the afternoon yoga session (17:30).
Join the rest of the group for a special Farewell Dinner (19:30) at the relais to share this experience and say goodbye to Cinque Terre.
Your last day in beautiful Italy has arrived. After the breakfast (9:00), before leaving, you can take some time to enjoy a massage and a spa treatment, optional.
Pack your bags and head to the airport for our flights home. It may be the end of your trip, but you'll have memories from your amazing vacation in Italy that will last you a long time.