Inner Healing Yoga Retreat at a Restored 16th-Century Monastery in Puglia
Inner Healing Yoga Retreat at a Restored 16th-Century Monastery in Puglia
Monastero dell'Incoronata, Via Incoronata, Nardò, Province of Lecce, Italy
Up to 12 in group
October 31 - November 6, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Vinyasa yoga in the monastery cloister & rooftop with nature views
- Evening yin yoga & sound healing in the ancient halls
- Farm-to-table Mediterranean meals shared in the original refectory
- Excursion to Nardò & Lecce for baroque architecture
- Creative ceramic workshop with Apulian traditions, as well as cooking classes with family recipes
- 10 minutes from wild pine reserve & Ionian beaches
- Stay in antique-furnished rooms honoring monastic simplicity
About this Retreat
Your Guides
May Koh is a 200Hr certified Awakening yoga teacher also trained in classical ballet and has performed cultural dances in the World Dance Festivals in Costa Rica and Germany.
She is the creator of Cara Mia May, a vintage-inspired pyjamas brand that brings comfort to modern life.
Her signature program combines detoxification, Vinyasa Yoga, and Ashtanga Flow, supported by nutritious and balanced meals.
After spending a few years on her own journey of ski and surf retreats around the world in Sri Lanka, Ibiza, Australia and France, she shares what she's learned and continues to learn with great joy.
Details of this retreat
Step into the peaceful halls of Monastero dell’Incoronata, a 16th-century monastery in Nardò that stood abandoned for over 100 years and has now been lovingly restored into a sanctuary for retreat.
This 7-day immersive retreat invites you to reconnect with yourself through yoga, slow living, and the timeless traditions of Puglia. Each day blends mindful movement with restorative practices, nourishing meals, and creative exploration.
Our pillars:
Yoga Movement – Daily vinyasa flows in the cloister courtyard and yin yoga under candlelight.
Slow Living – Long shared Mediterranean meals, time for stillness, and a digital detox from the modern rush.
Adventures & Traditions – Creative workshops with local artisans, baroque explorations of Nardò & Lecce, and moments of inspiration drawn from the monastery’s heritage.
With only a small group of participants, this retreat is an invitation to pause, reset, and live in harmony with the rhythms of southern Italy.
This 7-day immersive retreat invites you to reconnect with yourself through yoga, slow living, and the timeless traditions of Puglia. Each day blends mindful movement with restorative practices, nourishing meals, and creative exploration.
Our pillars:
Yoga Movement – Daily vinyasa flows in the cloister courtyard and yin yoga under candlelight.
Slow Living – Long shared Mediterranean meals, time for stillness, and a digital detox from the modern rush.
Adventures & Traditions – Creative workshops with local artisans, baroque explorations of Nardò & Lecce, and moments of inspiration drawn from the monastery’s heritage.
With only a small group of participants, this retreat is an invitation to pause, reset, and live in harmony with the rhythms of southern Italy.
Schedule
Typical Day at the Monastery Retreat
7:30 – 9:00 Energizing Vinyasa Flow in the cloister courtyard or rooftop terrace
9:00 – 10:00 Nourishing Mediterranean breakfast
10:30 – 12:30 Creative workshop or mindful activity
13:00 – 14:00 Shared seasonal lunch in the refectory
14:00 – 17:00 Free time for rest, journaling, or nature/beach walks
17:00 – 18:30 Evening Yin Yoga or Sound Healing in the ancient stone halls
19:00 – 20:00 Long candlelit dinner with local flavors
20:30 onwards Community gathering, music, or reflection
Midweek Highlight – Excursion to Nardò & Lecce for baroque architecture, local culture, and artisan experiences.
Closing Night – Cozy pyjama party in the monastery halls to celebrate connection, laughter, and new friendships.
7:30 – 9:00 Energizing Vinyasa Flow in the cloister courtyard or rooftop terrace
9:00 – 10:00 Nourishing Mediterranean breakfast
10:30 – 12:30 Creative workshop or mindful activity
13:00 – 14:00 Shared seasonal lunch in the refectory
14:00 – 17:00 Free time for rest, journaling, or nature/beach walks
17:00 – 18:30 Evening Yin Yoga or Sound Healing in the ancient stone halls
19:00 – 20:00 Long candlelit dinner with local flavors
20:30 onwards Community gathering, music, or reflection
Midweek Highlight – Excursion to Nardò & Lecce for baroque architecture, local culture, and artisan experiences.
Closing Night – Cozy pyjama party in the monastery halls to celebrate connection, laughter, and new friendships.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Cara Mia May, Monastero dell'Incoronata, Via Incoronata, Nardò, Province of Lecce, Italy
Directions
The closest airport is Brindisi Papola Casale Airport (BDS) in Brindisi, southern Italy (40 minutes), and Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) in Bari (1.5 hours).
Both are accessible with transfers and can be arranged via when you book, we highly recommend booking a car so you can explore the countryside and beautiful beaches around us.
Both are accessible with transfers and can be arranged via when you book, we highly recommend booking a car so you can explore the countryside and beautiful beaches around us.
Accommodation
Our guest rooms honor the monastery’s history while offering comfort and calm. Each space is furnished with antiques and simple details that reflect monastic life, creating a serene retreat atmosphere. Guests can choose from private rooms, double sharing rooms, or intimate single rooms, all designed to support rest and reflection. Private Room Enjoy the peace of your own space in a king-bed room furnished with antiques that honor the monastery’s heritage. Each room offers modern comfort while keeping the simplicity of monastic life, with thoughtful details, a writing desk, and serene garden or courtyard views. Double Sharing Room Perfect for friends or solo travelers open to connection, these spacious rooms feature two single beds, antique furnishings, and gentle light. Designed for comfort and authenticity, they echo the monastery’s simplicity while offering a cozy retreat after yoga and shared meals. Private Single Room For those seeking quiet reflection, this simple private room with a single bed offers an intimate space inspired by the nuns who once lived here. Antique touches and minimal décor create a calming retreat atmosphere with access to shared bathrooms.
Private Room (King Bed)
Double Sharing (2 Single Beds)
Private Single Bed (Simple Room)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Monastero dell’Incoronata, a restored 16th-century monastery near Nardò, offers a serene retreat setting just 10 minutes from the Ionian coast. Practice yoga in the cloister courtyard or rooftop terrace, share meals in the ancient refectory, and join creative workshops in light-filled studios. Antique-furnished rooms reflect monastic simplicity, while vaulted stone halls host sound healing and moments of deep stillness.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Mediterranean homecooked meals by our resident chef specialized in local recipes past down by the family's ancestors. All ingredients are seasonal and local from our farmhouse and neighboring farms.
What's Included
- 6 nights / 7 days accommodation at Monastero dell’Incoronata
- Daily yoga practices: morning vinyasa & evening yin/restorative
- Sound healing & gong bath in the ancient halls
- Farm-to-table Mediterranean meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Creative workshop (ceramics and cooking)
- Midweek excursion to Nardò & Lecce (baroque architecture & cultural walk)
- Access to cloister gardens, rooftop, and peaceful shared spaces
- Use of yoga props (mats, blocks, straps)
- Group transfer from Brindisi airport (at scheduled times)
What's Not Included
- Flights / travel to Puglia
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Extra snacks, drinks, or personal purchases
- Additional excursions or spa treatments (if available)
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