ANANDA ON THE AMALFI
This retreat is SOLD-OUT – if you would like to be placed on the waitlist click the button at the bottom of the page to register for the waitlist.
September 24 – October 1, 2022
The villa is an ideal starting point for day trips on the sea, and to Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, and Pompeii.
Inside the villa is equipped with all comforts and facilities: AC, WiFi, TV, and professional kitchen.
There are a total of ten rooms available for the retreat. Each room has a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, desk, lamps, and a private bathroom complete with a large walk-in shower, toilet, bidet, and hairdryer.
What’s Included:
- Four morning and Five evening yoga & meditation sessions with Maria with breathtaking views of the sea
- Round-trip transportation from Naples Airport/Train Station to Villa
- Seven nights Villa accommodations in double occupancy ensuite bedrooms – there are options for single occupancy in some rooms and also triple occupancy in two rooms
- Seven Breakfasts
- Two chef-prepared Italian dinners at the Villa including wine
- Pizza party dinner at the Villa includes one drink
- Included sightseeing excursions include transportation, entrance fees, and tour guides (see details for included meals on these excursions)
Included Excursions
A day boat trip of the Amalfi Coast – The boat trip will take you on a trip along the stunning Amalfi coast around the island of Li Galli, with stops in Positano and Amalfi. Take a dip or swim or do some sightseeing. Soft drinks are included. The boat is completely private for our group, and we will have our own private sailor. Transportation to the boat dock is included.
Day trip to Positano for sight-seeing OR to Hike the Path of the Gods
This day is yogi’s choice – transportation will be provided to Bomerano for those who wish to do the Hike of the Gods which ends in Positano, or you can decide to get dropped off in Positano for sight-seeing, shopping, and lunch.
Perhaps the most popular hike of the Amalfi Coast, the Path of the Gods, a walk that recalls the incredible landscapes of Greek mythology. The route starts at Bomerano (Agerola) and continues along the beautiful path surrounded by typical Mediterranean nature. We will be led by a local licensed guide, who will show you the relationship between plants and people (how local people used and still use plants for medications and food), telling stories and folk legends of the place.
You will stop along the way to admire and photograph the beautiful landscapes. A picnic lunch will be provided.
Tour of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius
Transportation to Pompeii for a tour with a private guide (Pompeii entrance fee is included). Lunch with a wine tasting, and then on to a visit of Vesuvius. We will hike to the top to look down into the crater and the spectacular surrounding views are breathtaking.
Day Trip to Sorrento for Shopping and an Italian Cooking Class – Transportation to the beautiful town of Sorrento for sight-seeing and shopping on your own for a few hours and then we are off to a private Italian Cooking Class. You will learn how to cook typical local dishes such as gnocchi, baked aubergines, ravioli, assorted pizzas, bruschetta. At the end of the class, you will get to eat everything that you have prepared and cooked and drink some great local wine.
Naples Tour Option for Guided Tour of Naples on Sept 24. If you are coming in early for the retreat – there will be a guided tour of Naples from 11 AM – 3 PM with a stop for famous Naple’s pizza for lunch. The tour is included, pizza lunch is extra. Potential tour stops include Piazza del Plebiseito, Galleria Umberto, Naples Cathedral, and San Gregorio Arnemo.
There will be two days that are open for optional boat trips to visit Capri, hiking, beach, or relaxing at the villa. Massages will be available to schedule on one of these days.
Hike Day with an excursion from the Villa to hike Termini – Monte San Costanzo – Punta Campanella with gorgeous views of Capri and the Bay of Naples. The entrance to the hike is 5 minutes away by car. It is a medium to high difficulty hike that is 8 km (4.9 miles) and takes approximately 3.5-4 hours to hike. There will be some out-of-pocket expenses for transportation to the trail.
Capri Boat Tour – 60 Euros
Retreat Villa Options
Terrace Sea View and Sea View Rooms – Double Bed: Double Occupancy $2,590/per person, Single Occupancy $3,490 – SOLD OUT
Garden View Rooms – Double Bed: Double Occupancy $2,440/per person, Single Occupancy $3.190 – SOLD OUT
Balcony with Sea View – Double Bed: Double Occupancy $2,890/per person, Single Occupancy $4,090 – SOLD OUT
Garden View – Double Bed & Bunk Bed: Double Occupancy $2,440 per person, Triple Occupancy $2,190/per person -SOLD OUT
Balcony with Sea View – one double bed and one single bed: Double occupancy $2,890/per person, inquire about triple occupancy – SOLD OUT
Sea and Garden View – double bed and bunk bed: Double Occupancy $2,591/per person, Triple Occupancy $2,291/per person – SOLD OUT
Sea View Double – Double Occupancy – $2,890 per person – SOLD OUT
This retreat is sold-out. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist, please click the Register Now button to enter your name and email for the waitlist.
Deposit and Final Payment Policy
Step 1) A $500 deposit is required per person to reserve your retreat space and is non-refundable. Please click the button below to sign up. You will be prompted to select your room type and payment option (credit card or bank withdrawal) or contact Maria about paying via check. Payment plans are available upon request.
Step 2) When making your reservation you will be required to accept the terms and conditions, provide dietary restrictions, and once your travel arrival/departure logistics are available you will need to provide them.
Step 3) Final payment is due on June 1, 2022. For new reservations made after June 1, the entire balance is due when the reservation is made.
All payments are non-refundable.
Need additional information or have questions, please email Maria at info @dailydownwarddog.com
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