Yoga Retreats in Italy

YOGA · WALK · EXPLORE

7 Night, Viterbo, Tuscia Area, Central Italy
with Jessie Chapman & facilitators
2027 Date TBA
Register your interest to receive more details

Join Jessie Chapman and facilitators for a yoga and walking retreat in the ancient walled city of Viterbo, in the Tuscia region of central Italy, between Siena and Rome. Steeped in Etruscan history and surrounded by rolling countryside spanning parts of Lazio, Tuscany, and Umbria, the region offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and history. Over seven nights, we stay in a family-owned boutique hotel, a restored palace in the heart of Viterbo, a medieval city reached by an easy two-hour train journey from Rome.

Each day begins with morning yoga and breakfast before we join our local walking guides, who share their deep love of the region, its trails, and its history as we head out into the surrounding countryside. Following trails through rural landscapes and quiet villages, we visit local wineries, wander medieval streets, and explore ancient Etruscan tunnels carved into the stone thousands of years ago, with lunch enjoyed along the way as a picnic or at a local restaurant. Afternoons bring restorative yoga with Jessie and facilitators, followed by an evening meal in-house or at a favourite restaurant in town. This retreat offers personalised guidance and support for all levels of yoga and walking, and everyone is warmly welcomed and cared for throughout.

The Daily Retreat Journey

Wake up in beautiful surrounds
7:00 – 9:00 am Morning yoga practice
9:00 am Breakfast
10:30 am Depart for the day’s guided walk
1:00 pm Picnic or café lunch
5:00 pm Return to our hotel, relax and refresh
6:00 pm Restorative yoga
7:30 pm Dinner, in-house or at a local restaurant
8:30 pm Yoga nidra and relaxation
Deep restorative sleep

You’re invited to join in all yoga classes and guided walking tours – or rest and enjoy the beautiful hotel, gardens and historical surrounds.

2027 Dates & Prices - 7 Night Italy Yoga Retreat

Dates to be confirmed. Rates are in Euro and include 7 nights accommodation, all breakfasts, all dinners and 1 lunch, all yoga, all guided walking tours.

Single Room with ensuite bathroom – Euro TBA
Twin Share or Couple’s Room with ensuite bathroom – Euro TBA (per person)

Many people join our retreats solo – booking a single room or sharing with another participant.

To book: Complete the registration form to receive your retreat information letter – including getting here, what to bring, and payment details. An AUD $400 deposit confirms your place with the balance paid in EURO.

What's Included - Yoga Retreats Italy

7 nights retreat accommodation
All breakfasts and dinners, plus 1 lunch
Morning and afternoon yoga classes
Daily guided walking tours
Evening yoga nidra, meditation, or pranayama

Not included: airfares, travel insurance, and most lunches, which we buy at the store to carry as a picnic or enjoy at a local café. We may also visit a local thermal spa, which will be an optional extra cost.

Yoga, Restoration & Stillness

Each day on our Italy yoga retreat is centred around morning and afternoon yoga, combined with guided walking tours through stunning landscapes and historical towns. All classes are suitable for every level, from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners. Guests receive individual guidance and hands-on adjustments from Jessie and facilitators, with props provided throughout.

Jessie’s morning classes combine gentle flowing sequences with breath awareness and longer held postures to cultivate strength, flexibility, correct alignment, and awareness. Afternoons are restorative yoga, a slower, quieter practice to deeply rest the body, slow the body’s systems, and replenish natural energy levels. As evening falls, yoga nidra and pranayama guide you into stillness, calming the mind and nervous system for deep, restful sleep.

Our Walking Days

Our walking days typically cover between 7 and 12 kilometres, with other days devoted to sightseeing, tastings, and exploring the region alongside our knowledgeable local Italian guides. The landscapes of the Lazio region feature gentle ups and downs, but the terrain is not mountainous or technically challenging. Our routes follow well-worn paths along quiet farming roads, through vineyards, oak and chestnut forests, and along old country lanes. For those who would like a lighter day, there is always the option to ride in the support van, where you can still enjoy the sightseeing, scenery, and our guides’ historical insights and stories about each day’s destination.

Accommodation & Meals

Our boutique retreat accommodation is a restored palace in the heart of Viterbo, where we settle in for the week. Set on the historic Piazza del Gesù, the family-owned hotel blends centuries-old character with modern comforts, including private ensuite rooms, air-conditioning, heating, and complimentary wi-fi. Peaceful garden spaces offer a quiet place to unwind between activities.

Breakfasts are served in-house after yoga, lunches are enjoyed as a picnic or at a local restaurant along the way, and dinners are served either in-house or at a nearby restaurant. All meals served in-house are vegetarian, with dietary requirements catered for with advance notice.

Viterbo has a well-preserved medieval quarter, with cobbled streets and piazzas just steps from our front door. Located south of the Tuscan border, with Umbria to the east, the region has roots reaching back more than 2,500 years to the Etruscans.

Your Italy Retreat Hosts

Your Italy Yoga Retreat hosts are Jessie Chapman and facilitators, together with our experienced local Italian walking guides. Jessie has been leading Radiance Retreats since 2002, and loves creating space for people to deepen their yoga practice, move well, and feel restored. Jessie and the team bring genuine care and an abundance of local knowledge to each guest’s Italy yoga and walking retreat, meeting everyone where they are.

Jessie has been teaching yoga since 1997, and is passionate about yoga as a nourishing tool for life, in particular restorative yoga to replenish the body’s systems, quieten the mind, and cultivate emotional stability. She is the author of four yoga books (HarperCollins) including the bestseller Yoga Postures for Your Body, Mind & Soul, and co-creator of the Radiance Yoga DVD Series. Meet the Radiance team >

Getting There, Arrival & Departure, Extra Nights

Arrival Day – Italy Yoga Retreat
Meet your hosts at 12:00 pm at Porta Romana Train Station, Viterbo. Viterbo is around 2 hours by train from central Rome or Fiumicino Airport (FCO). A private shuttle can be arranged on request, otherwise the train is easy and convenient. After checking into our hotel, we’ll enjoy lunch in one of Viterbo’s lively piazzas, stroll the medieval monuments and laneways, then regroup for our first Restorative Yoga class before sharing a relaxed Italian welcome dinner.

Departure Day
On our final morning we enjoy yoga and breakfast, with time to shower and pack before hotel check-out at 11:00 am. We’re happy to help arrange extra nights in Viterbo or transport to Rome.

Getting to Viterbo:
Plan to fly into Rome. Train travel in Italy is reliable and easy to book online at
www.trenitalia.com (recommended).
From Roma Ostiense or Roma Trastevere: direct trains to Viterbo run frequently from 6:00 am.
From Roma Termini: services usually require a change.
From Fiumicino Airport (FCO): allow ~30 minutes to walk to the station; most routes change at Trastevere.
Journey time is approximately 2 hours.
Private driver transfers are available on request (€200–€240 up to 8 passengers).
Viterbo has two stations – Porta Romana and Porta Fiorentina – both close to the historic centre. When searching, select Viterbo – “Tutte le Stazioni” to see all options.
(Taxi fares from Fiumicino Airport to central Rome/Termini are fixed at €55.)

Extra Nights:
If you’d like to stay in Viterbo before or after the retreat, we can recommend nearby hotels and apartments.

More Information: Full meeting details and arrival instructions are emailed upcon retreat registration. You can also contact us here with any questions you have.

What Guests Say

While this is a new retreat location for Radiance Retreats, here’s what guests have said about their experiences on other Radiance Retreats:

“I highly recommend Radiance Retreats. I’ve been to 4 now in 4 different countries and they have all been amazing experiences and so well organised. The yoga classes cater to all different levels of experience and everyone is so well looked after.”
Lina, Yoga Retreats in France

“The joy began at the sight of our Tuscan Villa, which proved to be ‘home’ for a week of well-balanced strengthening, restoring, rejuvenating yoga and meditation. We enjoyed wonderful walks through the countryside and optional outings. The vegetarian food, facilities, and staff were outstanding, and Jessie’s guidance and nurturing instruction led us all through a wonderfully memorable time. I now have a new strength of heart, body, and mind. Thank you so much.”
Jenny, Previous Tuscany Yoga & Walking Retreat in Lucca

“Having just spent a fantastic week in Spain, I am delighted to recommend Yoga Retreats in Europe for anyone who wants an active and stimulating holiday. I feel both rested and reinvigorated, and ready to explore the world further. The hiking and scenery is incredible, and the intensity of the daily yoga helped me make some real gains, even as a beginner.”
Cara, Spain Yoga Hike Restore Retreat

Read more Radiance Retreats testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the group size of your yoga retreat in Italy?

Our yoga walk explore retreats in Italy are small group retreats that allow for an abundance of relaxation and connection. There’s usually between eight to twelve participants.

What’s included in the Italy yoga retreat?

Our yoga retreats in Italy include all accommodation, breakfasts, dinners, 1 lunch, twice daily yoga, daily guided hikes and walking tours, history talks, evening yoga nidra and refreshments.

Do I need to be experienced in yoga or hiking to attend this yoga retreat in Italy?

Not at all. Our yoga retreats Italy are designed for all levels. Yoga classes are tailored to meet individual needs, and daily walks, hikes and tours are guided with options for different abilities. Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll feel supported every step of the way.

How do I get to the retreat location from the nearest airport or train station?

For this retreat we meet in Viterbo, an easy 2 hour train ride from Rome. All getting there details are emailed upon registration and some guests might like to meet in Rome for the train trip to Viterbo together.

What should I bring to the Italy Retreat?

For your Italy yoga and walking retreat, bring comfortable yoga clothes, quality walking gear, supportive walking / hiking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water bottle. We’ll provide a full packing list upon registering.