Cugnanello, Tuscany

Below is a guide to our upcoming trip in Tuscany, please take a look through and if you have any questions you can always give us a call to chat on 0203 235 0122.

Travel
When flying to our retreat you can arrange flights to two airports.

Pisa:
1h 45m drive to the hotel
Private taxi cost: 300euro each way

Florence:
1h 30m drive to the hotel
Private taxi cost: 270euro each way

If a team member is available on that day we may be able to offer a private transfer at a reduced cost.

For those travelling on our our recommended flights or any that coincide we will be providing a subsidised transfer for £25 each way. Once you’ve booked the trip we will ask you to complete a short ‘yoga profile form’ where you can let us know what transfer options you would like.

Recommended Flights

14-21 May 2022 with Zoe Knott:

14 May Depart LHR 14.10 Arrive Pisa 17.25 – BA 0612

21 May Depart Pisa 11.15 Arrive LHR 12.25 – BA 0605

23-30 July 2022 with Andrea Kwiatkowski:

23 July Depart LGW 09.00 Arrive Pisa 12.10 – Easyjet 8233

30 July Depart Pisa 12.40 Arrive LGW 13.50 – Easyjet 8234

Location

Our chosen venue, Locanda Cugnanello, is a family-run country estate in the heart of Tuscany. The beautiful estate, with its own lavender field sits among vineyards and is surrounded by olive groves and rolling hills. It features an 800 year old farmhouse, that has recently been beautifully renovated and blends authentic Tuscan style with modern comforts. It’s perfectly situated for a retreat, being in a remote part of Tuscany and surrounded by stunning countryside.

The address is: Locanda Cugnanello, SNC Solaio Anqua, 53030 Radicondoli SI, Italy
The telephone number at the venue is: +39 0577 791031

Meals and Refreshments

Fresh Tuscan inspired cuisine will be enjoyed on the outdoor dining terrace. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included, along with unlimited coffee and delicious local wine with dinner. All dietary requirements can be catered for and we just ask you to let us know of any before the retreat.

What to Bring
For the daily yoga and other activities you should bring:
• loose comfortable clothing for yoga
• a pair of trainers if you would like to go walking/hiking
• fleece/ long-sleeved sports top for morning yoga
• hat (large brimmed hat or a cap)
• a suitable sun block cream
• toiletries- please note there is only hand soap in the rooms

For the evenings:
• comfortable clothing – evenings are very relaxed and casual
• a warm top/jumper as temperatures can be lower in the mornings and evenings
• mosquito and insect repellent- this is a rural destination so this may be needed during the retreat

Also don’t forget:
• swimming costume
• sunglasses
• reading material

• euros in case you wanted to pay for taxis and explore the local area- this venue is very remote and does not have a cash machine

Room amenities
There are hairdryers and bath products in the rooms. As a traditional Locanda the decor and size of each room is slightly different but all equally as charming.

Laundry
There is a laundry service which is not included in the price. We recommend that if you have expensive items of clothing it would be better to hand wash these in your room.

Weather
In advance of your trip, you can get a better idea of the weather by clicking here

Telephones
There is mobile phone coverage at Locanda Cugnagello and wireless internet available.

Passport
There are no formal entry requirements for EU passport holders travelling to Italy intending to stay for less than 90 days. Holders of US or Canadian passports can enter Italy for up to 90 days without a visa. We would strongly advise all other passport holders to check visa requirements well in advance of your intended dates of travel.

Money and currency
All of your yoga, accommodation, meals, coffee and wine with dinner are included in the cost, and so you will only need money (Euro) for additional food and beverages, massage, local trips and private transfers.

Insurance
Please ensure that you have adequate travel insurance to cover your trip. It is also essential that you provide us with the name of your insurance company and a 24 hour emergency insurance contact number.

Emergency contact details
During office hours 9am- 6pm UK time you can reach us on 0203 235 0122. 7 days before your retreat we will contact you with our emergency contact numbers that you can use whilst you’re away.

And finally….please feel free to call at any time if you have any further questions or things you’d like to discuss. We look forward to welcoming you in Tuscany.
The destination yoga team!
tel 0203 235 0122