Yoga and Italian Cuisine Retreat

October 3-October 10th

w/Paula Tursi & Ed Carew

Prices starting at $3,200

For information and to book contact Villa Montecastello: by phone at (973) 327.2336 or amie@montecastelli.com

For anyone who enjoys deep relaxation in a storybook setting, clean farm to table eating, cooking with ingredients just picked from the garden, magical day trips and wonderful wines, there is no better way to spend your holiday than in the setting of the 1000 year old private estate, Villa Montecastello, a working organic farm and olive orchard.  Aside from your daily yoga practice led by renowned teacher Paula Tursi, you will spend time in the
kichen learning from celebrated New York City Chef, Ed Carew.

At Villa Montecastello, we’ll open the doors to local artisans and farmers lives, tour the vineyards of Tuscany and explore ancient local towns and hamlets.  This week long journey will immerse you in the joys of Italian culture, introduce you to new techniques and ingredients in the kitchen, and inspire your yoga practice for years to come.

SATURDAY

• Arrival: Welcome light lunch upon arrival and explore Villa Montecastello
• Guided meditation in the garden
• Sunset Prosecco reception
• Welcome Dinner at Villa Montecastello

SUNDAY

• Morning  Yoga
• Late morning Cooking Class with Ed & Lunch at Villa Montecastello
• Afternoon Yoga
• Farm class including walking tour, education about biodynamics and how our farm is run (approx 3 hours)
• Dinner at Villa Montecastello

MONDAY

• Morning Yoga
• Late morning winery tour and Brunello tasting in Montalcino
• Lunch at ‘Osticcio’ in Montalcino
• Afternoon Trip to Siena, UNESCO World Heritage Site, free time to explore
• Dinner together in Siena at Le Logge

TUESDAY

• Morning Yoga
• Guided nature hike with donkey and picnic lunch
• Afternoon Yoga
• Free time to relax, rejuvenate, explore the property and soak in the views
• Dinner at Ristorante Casalta

WEDNESDAY

• Morning Yoga
• All day trip to Florence, Museum tour and free time to explore, lunch and dinner on your own

THURSDAY

• Morning Yoga
• Late morning olive oil/wine class/ or trip to San Gimigiano
• Lunch at villa
• Afternoon Cooking Class with Ed & Dinner at Villa Montecastello

FRIDAY

• Morning Yoga
• Day trip to famous thermal baths of Bagno Vignoni
• Farewell dinner at Villa Montecastello: Pizza party, learn to make pizza at a 1000 year old outdoor pizza oven

SATURDAY

• Morning Yoga & Breakfast before departure to airports

ROOM AVAILABILITY AND PRICING PER PERSON

Leccino Apartment is the largest apartment with one bedroom, a private living room , kitchen, fireplace and extra large en-suite bathroom. $5,200.00 per person for double occupancy

Frantoio Suite is beautifully appointed with a King Canopy Bed and en-suite bathroom. $4,900.00 per person for double occupancy

Pendolino is a charming studio with Queen Bed, private en-suite bathroom & kitchenette. $4,500.00 per person for double occupancy

Foresteria is a charming bedroom with option of King or two Twin Beds, private en-suite bathroom. $4,500.00 per person for double occupancy

Moraiolo bedrooms (2) are cozy and lovely with private bathrooms across the hallway, one of the rooms offers a Queen Bed and one offers option of King or two Twin Beds. $4,200.00 per person for double occupancy, $4,700.00 per person single occupancy

Frantoio bedrooms (2) share an extra large bathroom with separate room for shower and toilet for additional privacy, one of the rooms offers a Queen Bed and one offers option of King or two Twin Beds. $3,900.00 per person for double occupancy, $4,400.00 per person single occupancy