Reset, renew and recharge
Join Tanja Mickwitz for a complete change of rhythm in Puglia, Italy.
Enjoy grounded daily practice, and fine Italian cuisine in nourishing surroundings.
This serene and tranquil setting is the perfect place to re-energise yourself.
9 – 13 SEPTEMBER 2026
Puglia, Italy • 4 nights
Your host
TANJA MICKWITZ
Tanja is a Soul Guide and Mentor, Astrologer and Tarot Reader, Storyteller and Celebrant, Yoga Teacher Trainer and Journey Dance facilitator. She has nearly 20 years of experience teaching and holding space for transformative practices. Known for her authentic voice and loving presence, Tanja holds a sacred container for welcoming ourselves into wholeness.
Tanja says, “It is my absolute favourite thing to lead retreats! I love being on a journey through practice and shared experience together, I feel it opens up such a beautiful space for both togetherness and inner growth.”
The venue
MASSERIA SPECULA
Masseria Specula is an eco-yoga, wellness & art retreat centre nestled in 20 hectares of private land, just a fifteen-minute walk from the Ionian Sea – perfect for a relax and swim.
The venue blends centuries-old architecture with thoughtful touches: restored historic masseria style, terraced gardens, both indoor and outdoor dining & event spaces, and plenty of private nooks surrounded by olive groves and nature.
The Masseria takes sustainability seriously, from solar power and land conservation to planting trees and avoiding single-use plastic, so your stay feels restorative for you and respectful to the land.
The venue’s setting holds a quiet power – one that leaves space for you to arrive, notice, and just be.
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
All of the rooms at Masseria specula are ensuite and sleep between one and four guests. You’re welcome to book as a group or share a room with other guests if you’re travelling solo.
The rooms are cool and spacious, with plenty of space to store your belongings.
The programme
Tanja’s yoga classes serve as an inspiration and support for life, with asana as the playground and metaphor. She creates a nurturing space for exploration of the internal landscape and inner growth whilst challenging the physical edge with a safely led dynamic practice.
Tanja is also an engaging storyteller during her yoga sessions, using the wisdom of stories and symbolism to come into deeper understanding of ourselves and the universe.
You’ll have two sessions a day with Tanja, with plenty of free time to relax and soak up the surroundings.
Yoga with Tanja lifts the spirit, her well crafted and thoughtful classes give your body the opportunity to find increased strength and openess, inducing a natural feeling of overall well-being.
She weaves in a connection with nature embodied with relevant reference to both ancient and modern narrative, making every class a new inspiration
ALICE
Relax & Refuel
FOOD
Your three daily meals are prepared by the local women who run the kitchen at Masseria Specula. They use recipes passed down through generations, sourcing seasonal produce from nearby fields.
Meals here are both an homage to Puglian tradition and a delicious kind of ritual.
This retreat offers you the opportunity to slow down and tune into the rhythms of the natural environment — and to savour some amazing Italian flavours.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
You can choose to spend your days between yoga classes relaxing however suits you. The sea is just 15 minutes by foot, or you can enjoy a self-guided salt lake hike.
There’s also a wide variety of activities that you can choose to add-on, both at the venue and externally.
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Pasta making class
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Wine tasting
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Olive oil tasting
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Sound healing sessions
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Massages
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Horse riding
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Pottery workshop
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Visits to local towns
Retreat at a glance
DURATION
4 nights
ACCOMMODATION
Solo, twin, triple, and quadruple rooms.
FLIGHTS
Flights are not included with this retreat – we’ll let you know best arrival times when booking.
CLASSES
Two yoga classes a day
FOOD
Three delicious homemade, locally-sourced meals daily.
INSURANCE
Travel insurance is not included. Please ensure you arrange cover.
GROUP SIZE
18 people
ACTIVITIES
Salt lake hike, pasta making, horse riding + more.
FAQs
IS IT OK TO COME ALONE?
Yes, most guests are solo travelers and we welcome single riders! It’s an opportunity for you to fully immerse yourself in your practice but also to meet like-minded individuals. Strangers often come away with new friends on retreats.
CAN I SPREAD THE COST?
Yes! Payment plans are available. Get in touch with Will to set up a payment plan.
WHAT’S YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
Please ensure you have appropriate travel insurance. If travel restrictions come into place due to border restrictions or due to COVID-19, your space is refundable/transferable to another retreat. Outside of these terms, the deposit is non-refundable. Your balance can be refunded up to ten weeks prior to the retreat. If you find another client to fill your spot, a 15% admin fee will be charged and your balance returned.
WANT TO GET IN TOUCH?
If you have any questions about the classes, booking or payment plans, please get in touch with Will.