• 6 nights accommodations 
• 3 meals per day (excluding alcoholic beverages), starting with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day
• Group Ground Transportation to/from Rome Airport to Retreat Center
• Daily yoga practices
• Italian Pasta Making Class
• Herbal Remedies Workshop
• Full-day excursion – Orvieto
• Full-day excursion – Civita Di Bagnoregio City Tour with Wine Tasting
• Personal retreat time (having time to rest, explore, walk, read, and just be)

Accommodations

In the heart of green Umbria, this hidden gem is tucked amongst the rolling hills. This charming farmhouse has been restored according to the principles of bio-architecture and is ideal for those interested in truly retreating from the world. Get closer to nature and spend your retreat coming into harmony with the natural rhythms of life at this eco-friendly wellness center. With beautifully appointed historic rooms, a pool of vitalizing water, three stunning yoga rooms, a restaurant with wonderful vegetarian cuisine, and lots of beautiful outdoor space to enjoy, this is a venue not to be missed! 

The interiors of the farmhouse are in typical Umbrian style, with terracotta floors and exposed beams and bricks. The center is furnished with an original mix of classic and ethnic, which gives charm and elegance to your retreat experience. In their luscious park, surrounded by oak trees, the swimming pool of natural waters is an amazing privilege. The pool is in the form of a natural pond, surrounded by volcanic boulders, and consists of three basins connected to each other by a system of rocky cascades. It is a place to rejuvenate and find true wellness, with a large Jacuzzi in the center. 

This remote Tuscan farmhouse is the perfect place for a nature holiday in the green heart of Italy, with its untouched landscapes lined with historic towns. The closest village is a 15-minute walk. The retreat center is available year-round, giving you access to Italy throughout all of its breathtaking seasons.

Althea Cervantes

Althea has been a teacher of yoga for over 35 years. She is the creator of AltheaYoga, a virtual online platform for yoga practice and support, based in Sacramento, CA. She has been leading yoga retreats for more than 15 years. 

The ongoing insistence from the outside to do more, be more, and go faster inspires her to share her passion for the inward, contemplative, and self-reflective essence of yoga with others. Her teaching approach emphasizes awareness of intelligent alignment combined with breath-guided movement and stillness. This enhances interoception, or awareness of internal sensations, helping to release long-held tension. Through her guidance, students cultivate strength, improved posture, deeper and easier breathing, and greater self-awareness.

As a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and a Certified Contemplative Practice Yoga® Therapist and Yoga Teacher, her teachings are grounded in the importance of slowing down, making deep connections, and the belief that “less is more.” A Registered Nurse, she also holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health and has worked in positions ranging from direct service to consultation and health education, both here in the US and overseas. 

When Althea isn’t teaching in her home studio, she enjoys quality time with family, long walks, crafting and leading yoga retreats, savoring gourmet home-cooked meals, and playing the piano.

Testimonials

“Althea is a beautiful soul. Kind, caring, accommodating, to name a few. The class size was small and intimate, which worked well with our group. While the schedule was full, we had free time. All her classes are meaningful and created with intention. The site itself was stunning, staff were friendly. If I had the option to stay longer (or forever), I would have!” – Dena H.

“Althea creates a welcoming space of warmth and acceptance, where yoga becomes a journey of self-awareness rather than performance. She gently guides participants, sharing the physical and mental intent behind each movement. Our recent yoga retreat in Bali with Althea was unforgettable. Beyond Indonesia’s breathtaking beauty, local adventures with its generous, community-centered people offered meaningful perspective. We experienced everything from guiding a water buffalo through rice paddies to enjoying a banquet accompanied by Balinese dancers—complete with dishes our group helped to prepare. We wholeheartedly recommend traveling with Althea. Her inspiring yoga practices and thoughtfully chosen international destinations leave lasting impressions.” – Cecelia & Bill B.

There are so many beautiful and wonderful adventures you can take advantage of during your stay. This venue is located in the beautiful countryside of Umbria. The closest village is Castel Giorgio, a 15-minute walk. While on your retreat, you will also have the opportunity to take part in adventure activities and wonderful excursions. Some of the possible options include:

• Massage therapy
• Olive oil tasting at a local olive grove
• Day tours of local villages and historic sites
• And more!

*Price of some Activities is not included in tuition. Please refer to the “What’s Included” page for included activities.

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Getting There

True Nature specializes in curating and offering the best retreat experiences. For your flights, we recommend that you use Google Flights or a trusted travel agency. 

You will be booking your flights for the Rome International Airport (FCO). Before booking tickets, please be sure you have received your official confirmation note that the retreat has met its minimums. There will be one group airport shuttle each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use the group shuttle. The drive time to the center is approximately 2 hours. 

Travel Insurance

We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $150, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip. 

We have partnered with Trawick International (available for U.S. Residents only). Read more about their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have questions about traveling abroad? After you register, we will provide you with a Participant’s Package with helpful information. Also, be sure to check out our Participant FAQs. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us at info@truenaturetravels.com and let us know how we can help!

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Shared Accommodations – $3295 USD (Full Price $3495)

Single Accommodations – $3795 USD

Deposit & Payment Requirements

To secure your tuition rate and reserve your spot, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required at the time of registration:

• $350 for registrations made more than 90 days before the trip.
• $1,000 for registrations made 60–90 days before the trip.
• Full payment is required for registrations made within 60 days of the retreat.

A non-refundable $50 payment processing fee will also be added to the tuition at registration.

If you select Deposit Payment, depending on when you registered, your remaining balance will be split into 1-3 payments and processed with your credit card on file on the dates indicated on your Confirmation Letter.

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Cancellation

• Initial deposits and the $50 registration fee are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before a retreat excluding the initial deposit and the $50 registration fee.
• 89 days prior to a retreat, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Full tuition is refunded* if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $50 registration fee is not refundable.
• True Nature Travels is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates.

*Refundable amounts do not include applied credits.

If you wish to cancel your spot on a trip you must submit your cancellation by email to info@truenaturetravels.com.