Recommended Airport

We recommend flying into Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and arriving at least one day before the retreat begins. FCO is roughly 2.5 hours from the retreat.

Transportation Options

Airport transfers are not included for this retreat, as doing so would raise the retreat price for everyone by over €200 / $230 per person. We’re offering the flexibility to pay for what suits you—rental car, shared ride, or other transportation.

We suggest renting a car if you want to explore in your free time. Taxis are not easily accessible Le Pianore. Shared transport can be arranged for outings, but it’s not cheap. We’ll have a Signal group for participants to connect if you want to share a rental car.

Shared Van

We will arrange group vans from a hotel near Fiumicino Airport (FCO). These vans will depart around 12:30 p.m. on June 1st. Vans will be organized on a first-come, first-served basis, and final prices will depend on the number of passengers.

Example Cost from Rome FCO

A one-way van for 7 pax costs approximately:

→ ~ €70 / $81 USD per person one-way

→ ~ €140 / $162 USD per person round-trip

Other Airports

If you plan to rent a car and extend your travel, the following airports are all between 2-3 hours from the retreat: Rome Ciampino (CIA), Florence (FLR), Pisa (PSA), and Perugia (PEG).

Venue Address

Località Le Pianore, 58044 Monticello Amiata GR, Italy

Property Accessibility

While the land of Le Pianore is mostly flat, it is set in the mountains with uneven terrain.

There are a few steps to some bedrooms and common areas.

Some steps do not have railings; although there’s usually a workaround.

The grassy areas are uneven in some places.

The buildings and pool are in close proximity to one another.

Getting to the yoga shala requires walking up a flight of stairs.

If you’d like to talk through whether this retreat is a good fit for your needs, I’m always happy to connect!

Excursions & Yoga

Excursions: All outings together have been chosen with consideration for accessibility. Pienza, for example, is mostly flat and human-scale. Other places will offer options to meet varying needs.

Yoga: Melissa teaches from a trauma-informed lens and prioritizes accessibility, choice, and the heart of yoga’s purpose. Her classes invite you to befriend your body-mind, support your nervous system, and develop self-trust. Expect slow-paced movement with a variety of options so that you can explore what feels supportive for your body. No experience with yoga is necessary. Beginners to seasoned practitioners are welcome.

The area sits at about 734 meters above sea level, so its climate is cooler than the lowlands. In early June, expect days in the mid 70s–mid 80s °F (23–29 °C), with cooler evenings, often in the low 60s °F (15–18 °C).

This retreat will have a maximum of 16 people, including 2 facilitators.

We’ve had guests from age 18 to 78. The average age tends to be between 45-55 years old. The majority of guests identify as women, but all genders are welcome. My partner, who will be assisting, is male.

If you have specific access needs, please reach out and we’ll do our best to accommodate!

We are committed to creating a retreat experience that values the dignity of each person. We actively promote awareness and sensitivity toward differences in race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, and disabilities.

Le Pianore serves mostly vegetarian food, but meat dishes will be available. They can cater to most dietary needs. While they can accommodate gluten-free diets, they cannot guarantee that meals will be suitable for those with Celiac Disease. Reach out to discuss!

Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. Le Pianore produces and sells wine and grappa (an after-dinner digestive). We encourage responsible consumption and mindful consideration of other guests.

Smoking and illegal drugs are not permitted on the property.

Le Pianore Agriturismo is nestled between the sea and the slopes of Monte Amiata at 734 m (2,408 ft) in the town of Monticello Amiata. This is the heart of the wild Tuscan Maremma—an idyllic place to pause, connect with nature, and savor the rhythm of rural life.

By car, Le Pianore is approximately:

- 2.5 hours from Rome (FCO)

- 2 hours from Florence, Pisa, or Perugia

- 60–90 minutes from Siena, the Tuscan coast, charming hill towns, and thermal baths

Check-In: 4:00 p.m. on June 1st

If traveling in a shared van from Rome Fiumicino (FCO), plan to be ready by 12:30 p.m. on June 1st. We recommend arriving at least one day early.

Check-Out: 10:00 a.m. on June 8th

If flying out of Rome Fiumicino (FCO) on June 8th, be sure your flight leaves at 4:00 p.m. We recommend flying the next day, if possible.

Venue Address

Località Le Pianore, 58044 Monticello Amiata GR, Italy

For the safety and financial protection of all participants, travel insurance is strongly recommended. Each participant should obtain a policy that includes trip cancellation/interruption and emergency medical coverage.

We recommend Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR) coverage for maximum flexibility. CFAR is an optional upgrade to a standard policy that offers the highest level of protection if your plans change. Unlike standard trip cancellation insurance, which only reimburses you for specific covered reasons, CFAR allows you to cancel your trip for any reason at all and receive a partial refund.

How CFAR Works

- It is purchased as an add-on to a regular travel insurance policy.

- It typically reimburses 50–75% of non-refundable costs (varies by policy).

- It must be purchased within 10–21 days of your first trip payment (varies by policy).

- You must cancel your trip at least 48 hours before departure.

To qualify for CFAR coverage, you must insure your deposit within the required timeframe. You do NOT need to insure your entire trip cost upfront. To keep your initial premium low, you can estimate your travel dates, insure your deposit, and adjust your total insured amount later as you make additional payments.

We're here to help! If you have any additional questions or need more details about the retreat, please email us at retreats@insighttimer.com, and we'll be happy to provide you with all the information you need.