Sensational Sicily:
Yoga, Culture, and
Self-Discovery in Italy
Due to overwhelming interest, we’re hosting the sicily adventure TWICE in 2025!
Join us for one of these weeks:
September 20-27, 2025
October 4-11, 2025
EARLY BIRD PRICING UNTIL MARCH 20, 2025
This adventure is a feast for the senses! Our home base is a 17th century farmhouse-turned-retreat-center in the rolling hills of central Sicily. This serene retreat center is the perfect backdrop for a journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation. We’re curated a wonderful week of classes and excursions for you to connect with yourself, each other, and this beautiful place.
If it's possible for the senses to be both awakened and soothed at the same time, it's here, immersed in the culture and natural beauty of this singular Italian Island. Andiamo.
PLEASE JOIN US.
(You don’t have to do yoga to come on this adventure) :)
Classes + workshops
ACTIVE, GENTLE & RESTORATIVE YOGA
WITH HANDS ON REIKI HEALING
GUIDED MEDITATIONS
INTUITIVE READING CIRCLE
INTUITIVE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
AUTHENTIC SICILIAN COOKING CLASS
AN EVENING WITH SICILY’S MOST FAMOUS
TAMBOURINE ARTISAN, FABRIZIO FANZI
Excursions
DAY TRIP TO THE HILLTOP TOWN OF AGRIGENTO + VALLE DEI TEMPLI - Enjoy a guided tour of Agrigento’s highlights, followed by a stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Temple Valley, featuring some of the best examples of Greek architecture.
DAY AT THE BEACH - Visit the charming beach town of CEFALÚ and enjoy its stunning coastal scenery, a dip in the sea, shopping, and a group lunch.
DAY TRIP TO PALERMO - Experience the vibrant capital with a full day of exploration, including a food + culture tour, and free time on your own.
OPTIONAL DAY TRIP TO TAORMINA: Discover the jewel of Sicily, featured in White Lotus, with breathtaking views and rich history.
You’ll find trip highlights in the video below:
Your hosts
Intuitive Reiki Master and Healer + owner of Bene Mudra, James Bene
Yoga Teacher + Retreat Leader, Kim Larkin
(pictured at our 2022 Sicily retreat)
We are good friends who live on opposite coasts of the U.S. and have worked together throughout the years. We are huge wanderlusters at heart and this is by far our most favorite co-lead retreat because we have fallen in love with Sicily’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. The retreat center itself is run by wonderful people and staff who want us all to have the best experience. We are so grateful for the opportunity to bring you on this Sicilian adventure!
In addition to creating unforgettable retreat experiences, we love combining our unique talents for guiding you through yoga + meditation, providing reiki, and helping you develop your intuition.
We look forward to sharing these practices and more with you in the breathtaking and inspiring setting of Sicily.
Follow us on Instagram:
find James @benemudra
find Kim @yogagrrrl
Our 17th century restored farmhouse retreat location.
MORE DETAILS ABOUT WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Seven (7) nights accommodation at a 17th century farmhouse-turned-retreat-center
Mostly vegetarian meals at the retreat center (we will have eggs, cheese, and some occasional animal protein). Almost all meals are included with the exception of a few lunches while we are on the excursions
All classes + workshops with Kim + James
The three excursions listed above, including a group lunch in Cefalú
Sicilian cooking class
One group airport transfer from/to Palermo at the beginning and end of retreat
Performance by a local tambourine artisan
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
International airfare to/from Sicily
Any airport transfers outside of the group transfers (can be arranged for you for additional fee)
Alcohol (available to purchase)
Optional day trip to Taormina: We arrange the roundtrip transportation for you and you’ll have 6 hours to explore on your own.
Travel insurance - strongly recommended. Squaremouth is a good resource to compare travel insurance coverage from many different providers, including “cancel for any reason” options.
PRICING:
A $500 non-refundable deposit holds your spot. Early bird pricing until March 20, 2025.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY:
EARLY BIRD PRICING: $3195 per person sharing a double room with ensuite bath. Note that double rooms are composed of two rooms: There is a living room, bedroom, and bathroom. For couples, it works like a regular suite. For roommates, one bed can be placed in the living room area, and the other in the bedroom. This gives you a bit more privacy and you share the bathroom with your roommate. Payment in full by March 20, 2025. Full price after March 20th is $3395 per person.
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
EARLY BIRD PRICING: $3695 per person in a single room with ensuite bath. Payment in full by March 20, 2025. Full price after March 20th is $3895 per person.
Choose your 2025 week below to sign up:
Cancellation policy:
If you cancel by April 20, 2025, your payment will be refunded less the $500 deposit. Payments are non-refundable after this date.
***We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events. The website Squaremouth allows you to compare many different plans and has “cancel for any reason” options.
If you are at all curious or interested, I am happy to discuss any concerns you have or answer any questions. Feel free to fill out the below contact form and I’ll get back to you.