Year-End Yoga Retreat in the Gran Sasso

Arrival in the afternoon at Villa Santa Lucia degli Abruzzi, a peaceful mountain village that will host the retreat.
At 5:00 PM, the experience begins with an introduction to zazen meditation, focusing on posture, breathing, and the essence of stillness.
A vinyasa yoga class of about an hour and a half follows, to release travel tension and gently open the body.
The day concludes at 8:00 PM with a welcome dinner, a time for conversation and connection in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

The morning starts at 7:30 AM with breakfast, followed by a transfer at 8:00 AM to the Voltigno Plateau, a stunning natural area within the Gran Sasso National Park.
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants will enjoy a guided hike combined with zazen meditation in nature and reflective discussions on mindfulness and awareness.
A packed lunch will be enjoyed outdoors, followed by time to relax in the early afternoon.
At 4:45 PM, the group meets for a yoga session focused on alignment and personalized practice.
Dinner is served at 7:45 PM, closing the day with shared reflections and local cuisine.

Breakfast is served at 8:00 AM, followed by departure at 8:30 AM for the scenic medieval village of Rocca Calascio, one of the most iconic sites in Abruzzo.
The morning includes a panoramic mini-trek and a guided visit to the ancient castle, with outdoor zazen meditation at 10:00 AM surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
A packed lunch at 11:00 AM is followed by a return to the accommodation around 12:30 PM, leaving time for rest and reflection.
From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, participants take part in another yoga practice and group discussion on mindfulness and awareness.
At 8:00 PM, the day concludes with dinner in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.

Depending on the weather and group preferences, this day may instead include an alternative itinerary: a circular route with visits to Bominaco Castle, the Hermitage of San Michele, and the Oratory of San Pellegrino, known for its medieval frescoes.

The final morning begins at 8:00 AM with breakfast and free time for relaxation.
From 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, a final yoga session focuses on adjustments, refinements, and personalized practice, bringing closure to the inner journey.
At 12:30 PM, departure for Campo Imperatore, the so-called “Little Tibet”, for a gentle hike and final meditation in nature with an awe-inspiring view of the Corno Grande.
After a packed lunch, the retreat concludes with farewells and a moment of gratitude shared among participants.

Depending on weather conditions, this final excursion may be replaced with a visit to the Tirino River Nature Reserve, featuring a riverside meditation and a stop at Capestrano Castle.