
Journey of the Spirit to Umbria, Italy, Villa Gioianna
September 24 to October 1, 2020
Open to the world around us through our senses, while keeping good company.
Immerse yourself in the wonderful local history, culture and lifestyle.
What's Included:
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7 nights / 6 days of exclusive use of luxurious Villa Gioianna, limited to 14 guests
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Private use of the Villa's extensive grounds, pool and gardens
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Round trip shuttle from Rome airport to Villa Gioianna via private luxury transportation
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On suite bathrooms
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Welcome dinner and aperitivo
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Delicious breakfast each morning and 6 lunches or multi-course dinners included
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Use of Villa Gioianna's pantry (water, fruit, local wines, juice, snacks, treats and herbal teas)
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Welcome gift bag (natural toiletries, locally made from Umbrian olive oil)
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Daily yoga class and meditation More information here.
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3 Excursions: Details here.
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Excursion 1: Visit spiritual base of St. Francis the town of Assisi
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Excursion 2: Visit Montepulciano Winery for a tour followed by a 4 course lunch and wine tasting in this historic winery's Etruscan cellars.
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Excursion 3: Trip to Cetona, tour the beautiful gardens of a former monastery, feast on a vegetarian organic lunch and visit a nearby outdoor thermal spa.
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Hiking among the olive groves or along the shores of Lake Trasimeno (optional)
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Educational and fun cooking class
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One private healing session. Information here.
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Life can be overwhelming
We need time to replenish
Spend a week of quiet nights
With permission to do nothing

Achieve the right balance of
yoga, relaxation and sightseeing

Every detail is taken care of
so you can enjoy
the trip of a lifetime.



Food is where
we come together
to replenish
our bodies and
build our community
What's not included:
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Air fare
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Some meals
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Travel insurance ( recommended )
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Additional spa treatments
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Optional activities other than those specified
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Transfers outside scheduled group pick-up and drop-off
Rooms and Reservations: ( total space limited to 14 people )
Single Occupancy: $3850.00
Double Occupancy: $3150.00
Initial Deposit: $600.00 non-refundable
Cancellation Policy:
50% of payment is non-refundable up to 90 days before departure date, excluding initial deposit
Payment is non-refundable 89 days prior to departure date
Full payment is refunded if the trip is cancelled due to low enrollment
Payment methods: Cashiers check Fast Pay with Zelle or credit card via
Meet Your Retreat Facilitators
Dawn Usha
De Marco

" When you are in good company,
you are not in bad company.
When you are not in bad company,
you are free from delusion.
When you are free from delusion,
you are steady.
When you are steady you are a living, liberated being."
Shankarcharya
Sudasi Maria
DiSanti

Itinerary
8/7 Wednesday: Departure day
8/8 Thursday: Arrive Rome Transport to Villa Gioianna
Welcome Dinner & Aperitivo
Opening Welcome circle
Restorative Yoga
8/9 Friday:
Yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Optional hike to Lake Trasimeno (Swimimg)
Cooking Class with dinner to follow
8/10 Saturday:
Yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Trip to Montefalco, Textiles factory & Sagrantino
4 course meal & wine tasting
Dinner open (on your own)
8/11 Sunday:
Yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Trip to Asissi (lunch not included)
Dinner at Villa Gioianna (included)
8/12 Monday:
Yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Trip to nearby town (optional)
8/13 Tuesday:
Yoga & meditation
Breakfast
Trip to Cetona tour gardens, visit small organic farm enjoy organic vegetarian meal, visit thermal spas
Dinner (not included)
8/14 Wednesday:
Yoga & meditation
Free time
Farewell dinner at Villa Gioianna (included)
8/15 Thursday: Departure Day
Itinerary is subject to change
