YOGA & Hiking retreat
HILLS OF Provence, SOUTH OF france
April 2024 - 6th - 12th (6 nights)
LOCATION
Saint-Jeannet, is nestled deep in the hills of Provence. It overlooks the magnificent Alps Maritime district, with breath-taking views of the Mediterranean and the famous French Riviera.
Saint-Jeannet village view
YOU ARE INVITED to A yoga holiday & cultural immersion
located in the breathtaking hills in Provence in the stunning South of France
We promise – A refreshing exploration, inside and out!
Balance and stimulate body and mind, with deep yogic experience, enjoy the delights offered by the land, geography and of course French cuisine and culture.
All wrapped up in this authentic pretty charming French village setting.
6 nights accommodation, all the extras below and your personal French chef Included….
Two daily creatively themed dynamic and yin yoga sessions
Guided hikes & fresh mountain swimming plus (x2 picnic lunches)
Hearty and delicious vegetarian brunches
Two course vegetarian suppers
Local bio dynamic organic wine sampling
Arrival private transfer from Nice airport to venue - 20mins
The Yoga
Each day starts with a dynamic yoga session, with me. Building strength, stability and flexibility and ends with a mixture of yin yoga restorative practices, to sooth the emotional body and mind including breath-work, yoga nidra and meditations. All my favourite styles and offerings everyday for you.We will explore the theme of Chakras opening cleansing and rebalancing.
Wild Swimming
Village hikes to wild river swimming. Refreshing dips in crisp mountain water, a short walk from the venue. exhilarating and full of powerful energy from the source. These are led by an experienced local guide.
Hills Hikes
In between yoga, there are themed-guided hikes in the local surrounding trails, and to the ‘Baou’ viewpoint for a meditation and stunning view of the sea. Uplifting connection to nature and the majestic region. These hills hikes are led by an experienced certified insured local guide.
retreat itinerary example
Saturday - Arrival
3/4pm - Arrival
6.15 - 7pm – Grounding yoga session (45mins)
7.pm - Welcome Dinner
Typical day - Sunday - Thursday
8am - Self serve hot lemon/tea/coffee and fruit
8.30-10am - Dynamic Yoga (90mins)
11.00-12.30pm – Brunch
Afternoons - Planned activity hike/picnic/cooking workshop (option for bad weather)
OR Massage & bodywork available (pre booking essential) relaxing, reading or roaming free
4.30-5.30pm – Yin/restorative yoga (30/60mins depending on day)
7.00pm - Dinner
8/8.30pm -Yoga Nidra/meditations x2 nights (30mins)
Friday - Departure
10am - Breakfast and depart
*Itinerary schedule may change slightly, some extra additions along the way
Not included
Flights to Nice
Travel insurance
Massage and body work appointments
Extra alcohol and one dinner out in the village
Return transfers to airport/or area (can be arranged at low costs by venue)
HOUSE and communal areas
The whole house is a former boutique hotel. Renovated and turned into a cozy and comfortable yoga retreat centre, It now runs all year round. Every room with picturesque view of the lush green rolling hills or sea view. There is an on site team here all year round chef, professional hike leaders, tour guides, massage threapy and there have there own transport van.
Saint-Jeannet village history is rich and ancient, with a 16 century church, 600 year old tree and it own source of water and stories of witches.
Rooms & Pricing
shareD rooms & all inclusive from - £1500
single occupancy & all inclusive From - £1850
The house has six double bedrooms, three with balconies and sea views and three with views of the foothills of the Alpes, locally called ‘Baou’
Twin Share
Room 2 - x2 single beds with a view over the sea, ensuite bathroom, with balcony - £1600 per person - SOLD OUT
Room 3 - x2 single beds with a view over the sea, ensuite bathroom, with balcony - £1600 per person - BOTH BEDS AVAILABLE
Room 5 - x2 single beds with a view over the sea, ensuite bathroom, no balcony - £1550 per person SOLD OUT
Single Occupancy /Couple
Room 1 - Double bed with hill views, ensuite bathroom no balcony - £1750 single occupancy / or two x £1550 for a couple SOLD OUT
Room 4 - Double bed with sea views, ensuite bathroom and with balcony - £1950 per person SOLD OUT
Room 6 - Double bed with hill views, ensuite bathroom no balcony - £1850 single occupancy / or two x £1550 for a couple - SOLD OUT
Annie Hernon
teacher & HOst
Yoga Teacher
I am a yoga teacher and host on these retreats.
I am totally passionate about wellbeing, yoga travel and creating pop up moments of happiness.
Having lived in France for 11years. Cote d'Azur is a second home to me. I am a french speaker and lover of the culture, food and beautiful scenery of Provence.
I look forward to sharing these special places I have explored over the years and the secret little gems I have discovered the places the people the food the culture and of course all my yoganess with you all.
Getting there
EASY JET DIRECT TO NICE FROM BRISTOL OR GATWICK
BRITISH AIRWAYS DIRECT FROM HEATHROW
FLIGHTS APRIL 2024
Easy Jet Flight Spring 2024 flights on SALE now
Flights from Bristol - Nice on the 6th - 12th April 2024, currently on sale - approx £90 return.
ARRIVAL TO VENUE 20 MINS TRANSFER FROM NICE AIRPORT IN HOUSE VAN
EXTRA ACTIVITIES (Not included) pre booking required
Art tour
Guided tour of The Rosary Chapel designed by Henri Matisse, the Maeght Foundation art collection, and the galleries of Saint-Paul-de-Vence - transport include, three hours workshop - contact me for pricingGlass blowing in artisanal glass factory of Biot, making and taking home your own glass artefact - transport included one hour drive each way, two hour workshop - contact me for pricing
NOTE - These activities are not included in the retreat package
BOOKING ENQUIRY
Secure your space
Option 1.
Balance in full using early bird discount special offer of 10%,
(to the first x5 bookers only & valid till 15th July 2023)
Option 2.
A 25% deposit payment (of your room choice) with a payment plan.