Paris + the Loire Valley:  A Food, Wine, Wellness, and Cultural Journey through France.

This experience is a food, wine, and wellness lovers dream as we take you on a journey from the streets of Paris to the alluring Loire Valley where the forest meets fairytale chateaus, centuries old vineyards, and charming medieval towns. 

We meet in Paris where you will enjoy 3 days of culture and wanderlust. We’ll eat our way through the Marais district with our local food + history expert, savor a delightful group dinner, and still have plenty of time to explore the sights of the enchanting City of Lights at your leisure. 

From the Eiffel tower to Notre Dame, your Parisian dream awaits all before traveling onward to an award-winning retreat center nestled in the Sologne Forest of the Val de Loire in central France.  

Tucked away amongst century-old sequoia trees, you will experience a full schedule of bespoke wellness classes, gourmet French cuisine prepared by our private chef, and excursions to the valley's most magnificent chateaus and vineyards. Wine? Why yes! Our excursions include wine tastings and tours at some of the valley's most treasured vineyards where you will indulge in local vintners and Provence-style luncheons. Take an optional day trip to the town of Blois where you will have time to wander the narrow medieval streets and enjoy a Michelin star lunch.

The Loire Valley is the perfect place to unwind, re-balance and explore your inner self all while experiencing the sights and tastes of France!

This retreat will allow you to fully let go and allow Kim and James to take care of everything from the moment you arrive...till the second you depart! 

Our retreats are small group adventures and this one is no different. We can accommodate 12 clients on this amazing trip, so we encourage you to take advantage of our early bird discount and sign up now.

(You don’t have to do yoga to come on this adventure)  :)

Intuitive Reiki Master and Healer + owner of Bene Mudra, James Bene
Yoga Teacher and retreat leader,, Kim Larkin

We are longtime friends, creative collaborators, and passionate wanderlusters who live on opposite coasts of the U.S.—but are always finding new ways to come together and share magic with others. Over the years, we’ve co-led unforgettable group retreats in Sicily, Greece, and beyond, weaving together our unique gifts to create deeply nourishing, soulful experiences.

With a shared love for travel, transformation, and heart-centered connection, we're thrilled to bring our next chapter to Paris + the Loire Valley—a region steeped in elegance, enchantment, and timeless beauty.

Kim (me!) is a seasoned yoga teacher and retreat leader, known for her grounded, empowering approach to movement and presence, and for crafting unforgettable wellness adventures. James is an acclaimed intuitive, spiritual teacher, Reiki master, and life coach with over 20 years of experience guiding clients through personal awakening + deep healing. Together, we offer a harmonious blend of yoga, guided meditation, energy healing, and intuitive development, inviting each participant to come home to themselves—mind, body, and spirit.