Under the Olive Sun: Yoga in Puglia

This experience is designed as a true yoga retreat—an opportunity to slow down, reset, and immerse yourself in daily practice amidst the beauty of southern Italy. We’ll be based at one stunning property for the entire week, creating the perfect environment to settle in, restore, and enjoy the unhurried rhythm of retreat life.

While yoga and relaxation are at the heart of our week, we’ll also weave in enriching cultural excursions that capture the essence of Puglia. These include a tour through the trulli villages of Alberobello and Locorotondo, a coastal day exploring Polignano a Mare and Monopoli, and a visit to the baroque city of Lecce. Each outing is thoughtfully curated to deepen your connection to the region’s beauty and culture—but they’re always optional.

You’re equally welcome to spend the day lounging by the pool, indulging in a massage, or savoring the peaceful simplicity of life at the masseria.

Our boutique hotel, nestled in the heart of Puglia near Manduria, is a beautifully restored 15th-century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Rooms are spread around charming courtyards, and each is unique in size, layout, and design. All feature en-suite bathrooms, heating/cooling, and thoughtful, artisanal decor. Expect rustic-luxe comfort, beautiful common spaces, and plenty of privacy across this expansive countryside property.

You will book your international ticket into and out of Brindisi Salento Airport (BDS).

U.S. citizens traveling to Italy for tourism do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within 180 days. 

Important: If your passport expires within six months of your arrival date in Italy, please be sure to renew your passport before you go to avoid any issues at immigration. There are no exceptions.

Yes. Group airport transfers are included on May 28th and June 4th, aligned with hotel check-in and check-out times (approx. 3:00 pm arrival and 10:00 am departure). 

Tip: Private transfers cost ~€350 each way. If your flight times don't match the group transfer schedule, consider arriving early and staying at Hotel Internazionale, or renting a car for more flexibility.

Yes — daily breakfast and dinner are included. Meals are freshly prepared using ingredients from the masseria’s gardens and local farms. Breakfasts are served family-style with eggs, salads, cheeses, fruit, homemade bread, and olive oil. Dinners feature multiple courses including fresh pastas, seasonal vegetables, meat or fish, and house-made desserts like tiramisu. Dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.

Yes. The masseria offers a Moroccan-style spa with an indoor pool, cold plunge, sauna, hammam, and massage room (two tables for individual or couples treatments).

Services are an additional cost and must be booked in advance, as the spa opens by request.

We love solo-travelers and we have hundreds join us every year on retreat! If you prefer to share your room and are traveling alone, we will do our best to match you with another traveler of the same gender. If we are not able to find you a roommate for the room category you initially booked, we may need to move you to an alternate rooming type. In some cases, a discounted single supplement fee may need to be applied to your invoice. We will communicate this directly to you via email prior to your departure.

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect both you and your investment. Unexpected events—such as personal emergencies, health issues, political or environmental factors, or weather disruptions—can arise and affect travel plans. 

For the maximum coverage, be sure to purchase your policy within 7–10 days of your initial deposit. Please note that, as we must adhere to our cancellation policy, you will be responsible for any costs if you choose not to have coverage. While we do not advise on specific policies, we recommend exploring options through the reputable travel insurance aggregator, InsureMyTrip. They can help you select a travel insurance provider and policy that best suits your needs.

Gratuities are not included in the price of your trip. Gratuities are shared by staff, housekeeping or other employees helping you throughout the week then an additional tip is always appreciated. We suggest a budget of around $10/day per guest. 

Attendance varies from trip to trip, but 15-25 attendees is a general average.

A $ 1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot on the trip. The final balance payment is due by February 4, 2026. If you cancel before the final balance deadline, we will refund any payments you have made, minus the non-refundable deposit. If you do not complete the payment by that date, the card on file will be automatically charged your remaining balance. If you register for the trip after February 4, 2026, the full amount is due at the time of sign-up.  All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable after February 4, 2026. International Yoga must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred before the commencement of the retreat. Click here to view the Terms and Conditions to which you agree upon registration. 

If you wish to cancel your participation in this program, you must advise International Yoga in writing to: [email protected].