Come Back to Your Senses
An immersive gathering in the Tuscan countryside to reconnect with the earth, awaken creativity, and explore the unspoken parts of ourselves through art, yoga, herbalism and ritual. An invitation to slow down; to listen deeply; to come together in community and remember that separation does not exist in nature, only in our minds.
Everyone is welcome, no experience in art, yoga, or herbalism necessary. Practices will be centered around connection, not technique. In a world where technology has taken over, how do we listen and tap into our unique creativity? How do we look deeper into the unseen, the sparks of our soul, the hidden shadows, and the silence that speaks? This is an invitation to step out of the demanding commercialized and overly commodified world and enter an alternate space where you connect to origin, to imagination, to ease and to nourishment. Interrupt and break through patterns and conditioning that keep you small and unchartered. Share your story though art and through community.
Let’s light a fire, walk out into the moon-lit night, and share stories about what we have seen, who we always thought we would become, and the love that still burns wildly inside our hearts. Let us go and lay on the land and listen to the deep mystery of oneness.
Five days, rooted in the land
What to expect
NOURISHMENT IN EVERY SENSE
Transcending boundaries. Luscious landscapes, flowers and butterflies, outdoor communal spaces surrounded by acres upon acres of rolling Tuscan hills. Slow, home cooked meals by chef Massi, rooted in the traditions and flavors of the Italian countryside.
Rituals for body and soul
Daily yoga, daily art, tarot, ceremony under the trees, full-moon ritual, creative expression, and activities that reconnect us to ancestral practices through food, foraging and the alchemy of medicine making.
Space for what wants to emerge
Together we will journey into the imaginary realm, awaken our creativity, expand our capacity for self-reflection, and deepen our relationship with Mother Earth. A chance to slow down, reconnect with the senses, and make space for the magic of what emerges when we gather.
Soften, receive, and nourish yourself
Your Retreat
What's included
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5 nights at L'Oliveto, a seven bedroom, 60-acre country estate, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside
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Delicious, chef-prepared meals throughout your retreat with the incredible private chef Massi, plus a special hands-on pasta making class.
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An immersive daily art program exploring our connection with nature through creative workshops, landscape painting and a special aperitivo and sunset painting class at one of the bioenergetic points on the property.
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Daily yoga, Meditation & Pranayama practices, rooted in awareness and honoring embodied yogic wisdom
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A guided nature walk and seasonal foraging experience, followed by a hands-on workshop exploring traditional Tuscan herbal knowledge, including forgotten recipes and natural remedies made with local plants.
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Dedicated time for personal exploration and reflection, with opportunities for independent art-making, journaling, meditation, and mindful walks throughout the property.
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Community and self-guided practices designed to explore the bioenergetic points on property that correspond with the 7 chakra points.
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An afternoon discovering medieval Siena, with time for independent exploration, plein-air painting or shopping, ending with an apericena in the iconic Piazza del Campo.
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A morning of relaxation at a historic natural hot springs followed by lunch in a charming medieval Tuscan village.
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All local transportation to and from retreat activities and excursions
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Travel assistance to organize your logistics getting to us and traveling through Italy.
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What's not included
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International flights and airline tickets
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Transfers to and from Podere Oliveto
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Travel insurance
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Additional meals, drinks, or refreshments not specified in the programme
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Optional spa treatments and activities outside the retreat itinerary
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Extra nights of accommodation before or after the retreat
Meet the women guiding you
Jordana Giovannoni
A New York native now rooted in Siena, Jordana grew up surrounded by artists and free thinkers. After two decades in the food and wine world, from New York restaurants to Napa's finest estates, she followed a decade-long pull toward Italy and made it her home in 2017.
Since settling in Tuscany, Jordana has devoted herself to foraging and Western herbalism, tending her own medicinal garden of lavender, chamomile, ashwagandha, yarrow, and much more - turning what she forages and grows into her own herbal remedies and medicine.
Cally Albrecht
Cally is a highly experienced retreat curator, yoga & meditation teacher and an advocate for mental-emotional-spiritual health & wellbeing.
Her mat-based classes include slow-flow Vinyasa, deeply transformative Yin Yoga, nourishing Restorative Yoga and guided Yoga Nidra.
Off-the-mat, Cally leads workshops and courses which highlight nervous system regulation, embodied wisdom and traditional yoga philosophy as a framework for conscious living.
Cally seamlessly weaves meditation, pranayama (energy & breathwork) and philosophy into all her offerings and she invitesretreaters to explore the wisdom of yoga in a way that is relevant and applicable to the challenges of modern life.
Her accessible teaching style is appreciated by all-levels, including beginners or those with little or no experience, who are able to find their way into these mindful practices with ease.
Rooms
Seven rooms wait for you at L'Oliveto, each with its own character. They carry the Tuscan warm and quietly elegant charm, with soft morning light, and views over the Sienese hills. After a day of yoga, painting, foraging and ritual, this is where you can exhale, rest, and let the day settle.
Single Room
Your own room, for one guest
Twin beds, joined into a king-size bed
25–30 m², in Tuscan style
En-suite bathroom with shower
Hairdryer, shampoo, and shower gel are provided
€4.000*
Shared Room
Shared with one other guest
Two separate twin beds
25–67 m², in Tuscan style
En-suite bathroom with shower
Hairdryer, shampoo, and shower gel are provided
€3.250*
*Cancellation policy: 30% deposit due to reserve your attendance. The remainder is due by February 15th.
Highlight
The Bioenergetic Garden: There are nine bioenergetic points identified on the property, seven of which emit energies corresponding to each of the seven chakras. Group activities and self-guided meditations will be available to explore self-reflection and earth connection.
WHO WILL FEEL AT HOME HERE
Anyone who feels a call to nature. Who notices the birds singing, the breeze against their skin, the changing light, or has ever found themselves calling out to the moon in a moment of need.
Anyone bursting with creativity, or longing to rediscover it. Whether your creative energy is overflowing or you feel a little stuck in the everyday rhythms of productivity, this is a space to loosen up, explore, experiment and let something new emerge.
Perhaps you simply need a place to pause, exhale and be held by the simple things: kind people, wildflowers, wide-open landscapes and warm, nourishing Italian food.
Anyone who carries a deep love for Italy and can never quite get enough of its beauty, culture, flavors and way of life.
Anyone curious about bringing more yoga, wellness and mindful practices into their lives. Anyone who loves trying new things, learning about plants and herbs, gathering ingredients from the land or discovering the joy of cooking.
And perhaps, most of all, anyone with a curious heart and a desire to step outside the familiar rhythms of everyday life, reconnect with themselves and the natural world, and make room for a deeper connection to the sacred.
You don't need to be an artist, a yogi or an expert in anything. Just come with an open mind, a curious heart and a willingness to explore.