La Dolce Vita Yoga & Holiday Retreat
A small, intimate yoga retreat in the heart of Lecce's old town. Not just a yoga retreat: a total Puglian experience, in beautiful Italian style.
A relaxed yoga holiday, the Italian way
Puglia is where I'm from, and I can't wait to share it with you: great food, real human interaction, and two practices a day on a rooftop above the city.
You'll stay at Palazzetto Giravolta, a palazzo in Lecce's historic centre, eat meals prepared by our local cook, and adopt the Italian aperitivo tradition. Each day has one dynamic and one restorative practice, some sightseeing, and time to relax: the mini-pool, the beach, a little shopping.
Every level is welcome. The morning flow is dynamic, with options for everyone, and the evening practice is slow and restorative. No pressure to master new poses: just good practice, good food and good company.
Choose your week
4 nights, small group. Book with a €350 deposit; the balance is due 6 weeks before arrival.
Per person, all inclusive
Prices include accommodation, two classes a day, meals, excursions and airport transfers.
| Single roomper person | €1,850 |
| Shared supreme twinper person | €1,450 |
| Shared twinper person | €1,350 |
| Shared doubleper person | €1,250 |
Pick your week and room
Click Book on your week, then choose your room type.
Pay the €350 deposit
Your place is confirmed straight away by email.
Pay the balance
Due 6 weeks before arrival. Then all that's left is to book your flight to Brindisi or Bari.
Monthly pass members get [members' perk to confirm] on retreat bookings.
From sunrise flow to dinner by candlelight
- Sunrise practiceStrong & Slow Vinyasa Flow on the rooftop terrace
- ColazioneBreakfast in the courtyard: fruit, pastries, yoghurt, fresh juice
- ExploreA guided walk through Lecce, an excursion in Salento or the boat tour
- Free timeMini-pool, beach, shopping or a siesta
- Sunset practiceRestorative Yin and meditation as the light turns gold
- Aperitivo & dinnerSpritz on the terrace, then dinner by candlelight
What's in the price
- 4 nights at Palazzetto Giravolta, in the heart of Lecce's old town
- Two classes a day: Strong & Slow Vinyasa Flow at sunrise, Restorative Yin and meditation at sunset
- Puglian meals prepared by our local cook
- Teas, coffees, juices, smoothies and water
- Guided walks through Lecce's baroque old town
- Organised excursions in Salento, including a boat tour
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Other activities, such as cooking lessons or beach clubs
Lecce, the coast and a day on the water
Lecce is called the Florence of the South for its golden baroque stone. We'll walk it together, then head out along the coast: Otranto, the caves of Santa Maria di Leuca by boat, beaches and sunset aperitivo.
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Past retreats at Palazzetto Giravolta
Before you book
Ask me anything at contact@robertobitetto.com.
Which airport should I fly to?
Brindisi is closest to Lecce, about 40 minutes by car. Bari is about 2 hours. Your airport pick-up and drop-off are included.
Do I need to be an experienced yogi?
No. Both daily classes offer options for every level, from beginners to advanced.
Can I come on my own?
Of course. Many guests come solo. Choose a single room, or a shared room to meet a fellow yogi.
What if I need to cancel?
[Cancellation policy to confirm]
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