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“I am so grateful that I got to join this beautiful retreat week. I felt so happy the whole week. The yoga classes gave me an inner peace and well-being and I can’t wait to experience it again. Everyday was filled with what felt like the exact thing I wanted to do, the people in the group were fabulous, every one of them, lots of laughs and happy moments together. The experience still sits in my system and I know it gave me the final kick to change my life, I am in process, for me it was an important moment. I can’t wait for the next one, and as I am an returning guest – I know I’ve become addicted! Thank you for everything!”.  Ane – Oslo, Norway

This magnificent yoga retreat will take place at one of Europe’s top voted hotels by Conde Nast, The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa, just outside Epernay, in the heart of the Champagne region. Overlooking vineyards that stripe the hills, the immaculately designed hotel re-imagines the perfect wine-country retreat.

Spread across a Modernist wing and a 19th-century Post House, the hotel embraces the lush bounty of the wineries and the UNESCO World Heritage Site that surrounds it.

The world-class spa with indoor pool, a chef-led gastronomic Michelin restaurant, and the sweeping views make this the perfect winter retreat location to cosy up, enjoy some wellness, have a glass of bubbly, and celebrate the year ahead.

All guest rooms will be appointed in the spacious suites with spa baths, views over the vineyards and terrace.

Day Trips

Guests will not only enjoy the hotel and encompassing estate, but we’ll be able to experience this area up close and personal with a day in the famous Champagne village of Epernay, where we’ll enjoy a visit to one of the exclusive and special boutique Champagne houses for an experience through their cellars that is unlike any other.

We’ll enjoy a tasting before exploring the village. We’ll also be sure to visit the capital city of the Champagne region, Reims, famous for its impressive and very historical cathedral which rivals Notre Dame. We’ll get to visit this site and gather some inspiration from this place, where all of the kings of France were crowned.

Then we’ll see the town and have some lunch before visiting one of the larger Champagne houses for a tour and tasting – a great way to compare the small and larger producers! A full day will be spent in Paris of course!

Here we’ll enjoy a wine tasting to continue our theme, a walking tour, a visit to one of the city’s famed museums, and end with a scenic boat ride down the Seine for a picturesque dinner setting.

Our final day will be spent on site with the hotel’s award winning spa with treatments, time to relax in the indoor pool and spa facilities – a perfect way to wind down the week.

Yoga

Daily meditation and yoga classes will be offered in a way to relax, stimulate, and help guests grow in their own personal practice. Classes are open to all levels, beginner to practiced, and can range from gentle and restorative to more vigorous vinyasa flow and ashtanga styles.

Style and class levels will be determined and moulded to fit participating students’ needs, and with a small intimate retreat class size, students will be able to get personalized attention and comfortability to explore their practice. Depending on each retreat location, classes will be held in a dedicated indoor yoga space and some also offer outdoor options as well for us to use if the weather is agreeable.

Cuisine

Healthful, vegetarian food is part of the retreat experience, including breakfasts and lunch or dinner daily – either onsite at the amazing restaurants, in the city at some of the top rated locales, or out on our day trips.

We’ll taste the regional specialties at the various tastings – from Champagne to French cheeses, and even a Michelin starred tasting menu. We will also visit a fun casual restaurant in the village and have a scenic dinner aboard a boat on the Seine in Paris! You won’t leave hungry, and you’ll be able to experience how the food is an integral part of this country.

Retreat price

6 days / 5 nights (Jan 1-6, 2024)

Inclusive Retreat Price = $5,295 (shared room*), +$1750 (single room)

Deposit to hold space = $1500

Max # Guests = 14

Includes

• Luxury accommodation (spacious suite rooms with views over the vineyards and gardens)
• Daily yoga and creativity classesDaily Breakfast at hotel
• Daily lunch or dinner
• Transportation to/from day trips
• Visit to Epernay and Champagne house tasting
• Day in Paris with walking tour
• Paris wine & cheese tasting experienceMuseum visit in Paris
• Seine cruise with dinner
• Trip to Reims with visit to the famous Cathedral
• Champagne house tour & tasting
• Champagne & Cheese Pairing Lunch Experience
• Luxury spa day with treatments
• Michelin Farewell Dinner
• Use of estate premises (gardens, library, indoor pool and full spa facilities)
• Tips & taxes

Does not include

• Airfare
• Insurance

What past guests have said

“It’s hard to know where to begin. The week was, in a word, magical, and even my most sincere thanks aren’t enough. After following these retreats for a year, I can hardly believe I was able to experience it myself. You are an inspiration. Your thoughtful planning and extensive research comes through with every detail – the pre-retreat emails, the welcome bag and note, the extraordinary meals and excursions, the yoga classes which always seemed to be just what we needed. It was a privilege to meet you and to be in your positive energy and glow for a week. I take none of it for granted.” Paige

“I am so grateful that I got to join this beautiful retreat week. I felt so happy the whole week. The yoga classes gave me an inner peace and well-being and I can’t wait to experience it again. Everyday was filled with what felt like the exact thing I wanted to do, the people in the group were fabulous, every one of them, lots of laughs and happy moments together. The experience still sits in my system and I know it gave me the final kick to change my life, I am in process, for me it was an important moment. I can’t wait for the next one, and as I am an returning guest – I know I’ve become addicted! Thank you for everything!”.  Ane – Oslo, Norway

How to get here

Champillon, (Epernay/Reims) France

Nearest major airports: Paris (CDG)

There will be one group transfer provided at 3pm from Reims TGV station. Guests can choose to arrive by train from the airport. For other pick up times we can recommend private car services.

Check-in is officially at 3pm (earlier depending on availability) and the retreat will start at 6pm for orientation and welcome reception. Departure group transfer to Reims TGV station will be provided at 10am final morning.

What to pack

Besides the basic packing and travel needs, here are a few things to think about bringing with you.

– Bathing suit (on-site pool, spa day)
– Yoga clothes
– Personal yoga props (blocks, straps, etc.)
– Plug adaptors / converters
– Comfortable walking shoes
– Journal

Booking

To book or enquire about this Luxury Yoga, Spa & Mouthwatering Cuisine Retreat in Champagne, fill in the form below.