Every inch of Tuscan land has been sculpted, first by the elements and then by generations of inhabitants whose goal was always to make the land as beautiful as possible.

Join us for a special retreat in a very special place, where the road less traveled waits patiently for you to find your own secret treasure, under the Tuscan sun.

Experience the unique opportunity of stepping back from your day-to-day busyness and returning to the simplicity of country life, Tuscan style. You will be lodged on 400 acres of some of the most stunning property in Tuscany, the second largest privately owned estate in the region. We will be staying in beautiful 2-bedroom villas overlooking the Mediterranean. Surrounded by vineyards, olive trees, private gardens, fine wine and Tuscan cuisine, you will slowly begin to listen to the beat of your own heart and begin to forge a quiet path back to your self.

From the moment you arrive at the retreat on Sunday evening until you pack to leave the following Saturday morning, experienced facilitator, Karen Ely, will lead you on a quiet exploration back to the person you were born to be. You will walk quietly in nature, sit joyfully in circle, journal and meditate, explore long lost pieces of your self, stroll through charming Tuscan towns, walk along the Mediterranean, and gather each evening to celebrate the beauty of our community of women.

Days will have a delightful cadence of small and large group meetings, time alone, and afternoons for biking or walking the estate's endless trails, horseback riding, napping, sketching, writing, and group excursions to neighboring villages for our evening meals.

In today's hectic time-starved world it becomes even more important to find time for quiet renewal, time to step back and assess who you are and where you're going. Join us on this amazing personal and cultural journey, one that has the capacity to give you back to you.  

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Under the Tuscan Sun will be held on the grounds of the second largest privately owned property in Tuscany, located about 25 miles from Pisa.

The property includes vineyards, olive groves, horse stables, gardens, and rolling hills for quiet contemplative walks. We will have a private chef to prepare authentic Tuscan meals, as well as, several evenings exploring many of the outstanding eateries in the area. Complete travel information will be provided once you've registered for the retreat.

The fee for this retreat is $1,900.
Fee includes facilitated retreat; lodging; continental breakfasts, lunches and snacks each day; and two special dinners ~ a welcoming dinner on Sunday evening June 19 and a final celebration dinner on Friday, June 24. NOTE ~ there are a limited number of private rooms for an additional fee of $100.

The Under the Tuscan Sun retreat requires the following fee payment schedule:

~ Current Workshop Schedule ~