Forest Bathing & Stillness of Nature Retreat:

Deepen Your Connection with Nature

Join our transformative retreat, “Presence through the Stillness of Nature”, in the untouched beauty of the Garfagnana region of Tuscany. Immerse yourself in the natural landscapes and medieval charm that have inspired artists and poets for centuries.

Strengthen your journey towards holistic well-being with Shinrin-Yoku, the practice of forest bathing that heightens your senses and nurtures inner peace. For 2025, we’re enhancing our program by weaving in Eckhart Tolle’s profound insights on nature and presence, offering you an even deeper connection with the world around you.

Benefits You’ll Take Home

Not only will you return home with incredible memories, but you’ll also gain practical skills to:

    - Reduce stress and anxiety for the long term

    - Connect deeply with nature for lasting well-being

You’ll return home with practical tools to enrich your daily life, fostering personal growth and transforming your relationship with the natural world—making it a lifelong source of peace and resilience.

Limited spots available! Enjoy a 5% early booking discount for the first 5 sign-ups with code MINDFUL-FOREST.

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Learning presence through the stillness of nature... what does this even mean?

Have you ever felt the profound peace that comes from being fully present in nature?

As opposed to the simple, pleasant feeling of just physically being there... while your mind may wander elsewhere.

This is the main difference between merely walking through a forest and truly immersing yourself in it—engaging all your senses and connecting deeply with the nature around you.

Our guidance in this retreat will help you cultivate a deeper awareness of the natural surroundings and, in turn, their effects on your inner self. Through our specifically designed exercises, we'll foster your ability to be fully present in every moment spent in nature. During the first couple of sessions, you'll begin to notice the transformative effects this heightened awareness has within yourself, fostering a profound connection that lasts long after the retreat ends.

How? Through the practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. With our guidance and special Mindfulness in Nature techniques, you will develop a meaningful connection with the forest ecosystem, allowing you to fully receive its healing embrace.

Why Shinrin-yoku?

Decades of scientific research have proven that Shinrin-yoku can lead to significant stress reduction, lower blood pressure, boosted immune system, and improved overall well-being. Enhanced by our unique mindfulness approach, you'll learn practices that you can easily integrate into your life back home, adapting them to your local nature.

What Makes This Retreat Special

• Integration of Eckhart Tolle’s Teachings: Experience the profound connection between his philosophy and the practice of forest bathing.
• Holistic Well-being: Benefit from scientifically proven methods that engage all your senses,      naturally enhancing your physical and mental health.
• Location, Location, Location—A Retreat in the Wild Corner of Tuscany: Join us in the enchanting landscapes of Garfagnana, a hidden gem in Tuscany where time seems to slow down, and the whispers of history echo through lush forests and rugged mountains. Unlike the typical rolling hills of Tuscany, Garfagnana is characterized by its rich greenery and dramatic scenery. Dotted with charming medieval villages and small farms scattered across the mountainside, it's the perfect destination for a nature retreat. It offers a unique and exclusive opportunity to experience a different side of Tuscany, with postcard-worthy views at every turn.

Come Join Us!

Embark on this transformative journey of self-discovery and deepen your connection with nature. Reserve your spot today and unlock the profound peace that comes from being fully present in the natural world.

Use Discount Code MINDFUL-FOREST to see if you qualify for a discount of 5% off the total package price of your choice.

Only the first 5 signups qualify. Hurry and book early!

Full refund of the paid amount: for cancellations 60 days or more before the retreat start date.  (minus bank transfer fee).

50% refund of the paid amount: for cancellations 30 to 59 days before the retreat start date: (minus bank transfer fee).

Cancellation less than 30 days before the retreat start date: No refund available, however, participants can transfer their spot to another person, provided they inform us in advance.

For late bookings within 30 days of the retreat:

- Full payment is required at the time of booking.

 Detailed Schedule:

• 14:00: Pickup at Pisa airport
• 14:50: Pickup at Lucca train station
• 15:50: Arrival at Agriturismo Ze’ del Pino
• 16:00: Registration and check-in
• 17:30: Introductions and tour of the premises
• 18:30: Reception with sparkling wine and appetizers
• 19:00: Welcome dinner at Agriturismo
• 20:30: Program overview and orientation

 Detailed Schedule:

• 08:00: Wake up
• 08:30: Morning meditation practice
• 09:00: Breakfast
• 09:30: Free/prep time
• 10:15: Shinrin Yoku Session 1 in the forest at the property
• 13:00: Lunch
• 14:00: Free time
• 15:00: Afternoon Mindfulness Session
• 16:30: Break
• 16:45: Resume Mindfulness Session
• 18:00: Free time
• 19:00: Dinner
• 20:30: Evening session: Day’s Q&A and closing meditation

 Detailed schedule:

• 08:00: Wake up
• 08:30: Morning meditation practice
• 09:00: Breakfast
• 09:30: Free/prep time
• 10:15: Shinrin Yoku Session 2 in the forest at the property
• 13:00: Lunch
• 14:00: Free/prep time
• 15:00: Departure by private bus for Barga - Sommocolonia tour
• 15:30: Walking tour in Sommocolonia
• 16:30: Continue by bus to Barga
• 17:00: Walking tour in Barga’s old town
• 18:00: Free time in Barga to explore
• 19:00: Tasting aperitivo menu at La Loggia del Capretz Bistrot, Barga
• 21:30: Return to Agriturismo

 Detailed Schedule:

• 08:00: Wake up
• 08:30: Morning meditation practice
• 09:00: Breakfast
• 09:30: Free/prep time
• 10:00: Shinrin Yoku Session 3 on the Pania della Croce trail
• 13:00: Lunch
• 14:30: Free time
• 16:00: Group picking fresh ingredients for cooking class at local farm/garden
• 18:00: Washing and prepping ingredients
• 18:30: Cooking class at Agriturismo professional kitchen
• 20:00: Enjoy dinner made by cooking class
• 21:30:  Bonfire and dessert with the view of the valley at Agriturismo, end of day 

 Detailed Schedule:

• 08:00: Wake up
• 08:30: Morning meditation practice
• 09:00: Breakfast and pack lunch
• 09:30: Free/prep time
• 10:00: Shinrin Yoku Session 5 (on property)
• 13:00: Picnic lunch at top conifer patch
• 14:30: Free time
• 15:00: Afternoon Mindfulness Session
• 16:30: Break
• 16:45: Resume Mindfulness Session
• 18:00: Free time/packing
• 19:00: Farewell special BBQ dinner

 Detail Schedule:

• 08:00: Wake up
• 08:30: Breakfast
• 10:00: Check-out and move luggage to reception
• 10:30: Closing Mindfulness Session
• 12:00: Lunch at Agriturismo
• 13:00: Farewell circle and departure
• 14:00: Drop off at Lucca Train Station
• 14:40: Drop off at Pisa Airport