• Transport to/from Rome International Airport to Locanda la Quercia Calante
• Accommodations: 6 nights accommodations
• Three Meals per day (excluding alcoholic beverages) starting with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day.
• Cooking Class
• Herbal Workshop
• Full Day Orvieto Excursion
• Additional Full Day Excursion (to be included in the itinerary)
• Daily Yoga Practices
• Personal Retreat Time (having time to nap, 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. 

Kathleen Swanson, CIYT Level 3, C-IAYT

Kathleen Swanson is a Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) who has been devoted to the study and practice of Iyengar Yoga since her first group class in 1993. Growing up with parents who studied the method (and still practice in their 80s), she was introduced to yoga at a young age. In her early twenties, following reconstructive surgery for congenital knee issues, she returned to the practice with renewed commitment, studying with senior teachers who helped her adapt yoga as a means of recovery and long-term resilience. What began as rehabilitation became a lifelong path.
Kathleen continues to study weekly with senior Iyengar teachers to refine both her practice and her teaching. Her work is rooted in precision, intelligent sequencing, and deep respect for individual anatomy.
Her teaching encourages enthusiasm, steadiness, and self-compassion. Drawing from her own experience navigating injury, she is especially attentive to students with limitations and offers thoughtful modifications for common knee, back, and shoulder concerns. Students value her clarity, warmth, and ability to create a grounded, supportive learning environment where growth feels both safe and empowering.

Cindy Berliner, CIYT Level 3, C-IAYT

Cindy Berliner is a Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) and Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) who has devoted herself to the study and teaching of Iyengar Yoga since 1998. After working as an Assistant Attorney General in Boston, Massachusetts, she chose to pursue yoga full-time, bringing intellectual rigor and disciplined inquiry to her path of study.
Cindy has been teaching group classes, mentoring teachers, and working privately with students since 2006. From 2011–2019, she owned and operated Inner Stream Yoga in Freeport, Maine, cultivating a deeply committed yoga community.
She considers herself, first and foremost, a lifelong student of yoga. Cindy studies weekly with senior Iyengar teachers and travels regularly to Pune, India to study with the Iyengar family at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute. Her teaching blends technical precision with philosophical depth, inviting students to explore yoga as both a physical discipline and a path of inquiry.
Together, Kathleen and Cindy offer a retreat experience grounded in decades of study, personal practice, and thoughtful leadership — creating a space where discipline and warmth, rigor and ease, come into balance.

Testimonials

“This retreat was everything I hoped it would be. As someone who usually attends virtual classes, the opportunity to receive personal feedback and ask individual questions about posture and technique was incredibly valuable. Having two highly knowledgeable and friendly teachers meant we received real, attentive support throughout the week. They are a wonderful team — their different approaches truly complement one another, and having one teach while the other assists benefits everyone in the room.”

“The quality of instruction on this retreat was exceptional — truly a 10 out of 10. The teachers are deeply experienced Iyengar practitioners who give so generously of their time, counsel, and knowledge. Their personalities and life experience infuse the teaching with warmth and authenticity, while still offering precise, challenging instruction.”

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:

• Wine tasting at an Organic Winery
• Olive oil tasting at a local olive grove
• Day tours of local villages and historic sites
• Massage Treatments
• And more!

*Activities are not included in the price of tuition unless listed under “What’s Included”. Activities and availability are subject to change.

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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 – $3595 USD

Single Accommodations – $3995 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.