HOT ITALIAN SUMMER RETREAT
Sicily, Italy
with Tish Hilyer
JULY 17-24, 2027
HOT ITALIAN SUMMER RETREAT
Sicily, Italy
with TISH HILYER
July 17 - 24, 2027
Pricing varies based on your room choice. See below for details.
Early Sign Up Discount
SAVE $200 by signing up before July 1, 2026
$800 deposit required to hold your spot
Final balance due by March 1st, 2027
email leticiahilyer@gmail.com to confirm room availability
HOT ITALIAN SUMMER RETREAT
Step into the heat, the beauty, and the raw passion of an Italian summer.
Join us for a week-long immersive retreat in Sicily, set on a beautifully restored ancient property surrounded by olive groves, fragrant orange trees, and sun-soaked earth.
This is a place where time slows down and where every moment invites you deeper into your body, your spirit, and your aliveness.
Each day will weave together deep, intentional yoga practices with the rhythm of the land — grounding, awakening, and igniting something powerful within you.
Expect soulful movement, breath, stillness, and space to reconnect to your inner fire.
Beyond the mat, we’ll savor the richness of Sicily:
Long, leisurely meals made with fresh, local ingredients
Sun-drenched afternoons by the pool
A magical boat and beach day along the sparkling coast
Hiking through wild, untouched nature
Wandering ancient towns filled with charm and story
A hands-on cooking class and (optional) indulgent wine tasting
This retreat is about connection — to yourself, to others, and to the vibrant energy of life. It’s about passion, pleasure, and presence. The essence of Italy in the summer: bold, sensual, alive.
Come for the yoga.
Stay for the transformation.
Leave with your inner fire.
Retreat Includes:
STAY
7 nights accommodations at the simply stunning Danena Retreat Center
A note from the Danena:
La Masseria is a beautifully restored 1800s farmhouse, nestled among olive and almond groves, just 15 minutes south of Noto, one of Italy’s most stunning World Heritage towns.
A short 15-minute drive east brings you to the Vendicari Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife with some of the island’s most secluded golden-sand beaches.
We are located one hour south of Catania Airport on Sicily’s east coast.
Danena offers 15 unique bedrooms.
Our Yoga studio, a restored barn, is fully equipped with props,
and includes an outdoor shala overlooking our orange garden.
Enjoy our freshwater infinity pool, relaxing patios, two massage rooms, and a sunset terrace. Explore the groves by foot or bike, take a refreshing swim, or visit the nearby beaches and historical towns.
Join us for a rejuvenating retreat— for a week of relaxation and renewal in this serene natural setting.
FOOD
delicious & nourishing meals
brunch, snacks & dinner served at a beautiful long community table
coffee + tea available at breakfast
YOGA
Morning Yoga Sessions :
juicy strong slow flows infused with breath work, meditation and music
Evening Yoga Sessions :
melty relaxing nourishing yin & restorative practices
infused with (optional) hands on assists
Yoga shala in a beautifully restore barn, with all props provided
GROUP ACTIVITIES
Sound Healing
Cooking Class
Boat Day !!!
Exploring Local Spots
(beaches, hiking, old towns)
Retreat Schedule
*subject to change
Saturday July 17th (arrival day)
3PM check in
5PM evening yoga & opening circle
7PM dinner
Sunday July 18th
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
free time (pool, massages, relaxing in Italy!!!)
2PM snacks
5PM evening yoga
7PM dinner
Monday July 19th
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
hike @ nature reserve
5PM evening yoga
7PM dinner
Tuesday July 20th
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
beach time & boat day
5PM evening yoga
7PM dinner
Wednesday July 21st
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
local town visit
5:30PM sound healing
7PM dinner
Thursday July 22nd
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
free time (pool, massages, relax in Italy!!!)
2PM snacks
5PM cooking class & optional wine tasting!
7PM dinner
Friday July 23rd
8AM morning yoga
10AM big lazy brunch
free time
2PM snacks
5PM evening yoga & closing circle
7PM dinner
Saturday July 24th (departure day)
8AM early breakfast
10AM check out
Optional Add Ons:
massage
wine tasting
Rooms:
Apartment 1:
with AC
room 1:
queen room with en suite bathroom
one bed, one person
$3,200
room 2:
queen room with shared bathroom
one bed, one person
$3,000
room 3:
queen room with shared bathroom
one bed, one person
$3,000
Apartment 2:
with kitchenette, living room & AC
room 1:
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$2,800 per person
room 2:
queen room with shared bathroom
one bed, one person
$3,000
room 3:
twin room with shared bathroom
two beds, two people
$2,600 per person
Apartment 3:
superior room with AC
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$2,800 per person
Apartment 4:
with kitchenette, living room & AC
room 1:
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$3,000 per person
room 2:
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$3,000 per person
Apartment 5:
with AC
room 1:
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$2,800 per person
room 2:
twin room with en suite bathroom
two beds, two people
$2,800 per person
Apartment 6:
superior room with living area & AC
king bed with en suite bathroom
perfect for a couple
2 people
$3,200 each
Apartment 7:
deluxe apartment, very spacious with AC
large, open, beautiful space
good for 2 close friends
king bed with en suite
one person
$3,700
king bed with en suite
one person
$3,700
Apartment 8:
with AC
king bed with en suite bathroom
one person
$3,400
OR two people sharing the bed
$3,200 each
Things to bring:
- DANENA provides natural toiletries in all rooms
- Pack light
- Comfy clothes
- Natural mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Swim suit
- Walking shoes
- Books
- Water bottle
- Power Adaptor
Travel Details:
Fly to Rome, or another International Airport in Europe (to fly onward to Sicily)
Fly to Catania Airport in Sicily
Rent a car
OR arrange private transfer to retreat center
(transfers can be arranged through the center for an additional fee)
(about one hour south of the airport)
Requirements:
Valid passport required with at least 6 months from expiration date,
no visa is required for less than 90 day stay
(the ETIAS travel authorization may be required by July 2027)
For your and group’s safety, you will be asked to sign a waiver before joining the retreat
Please check for travel updates in all countries you will be traveling to / through / from
Knowing your right to enter ITALY and return to your desired country,
and your flights are your responsibility
It is highly recommended that you book flexible or refundable flights in case of any changes to your trip
Please ensure you have health, travel and cancellation insurance
AWAKEN Holistic Healing LLC / Tish Hilyer Yoga / Leticia Hilyer
will not be responsible for any travel related costs
Not included in retreat pricing:
irfare & transfers
travel insurance (always strongly recommended)
additional activities / alcohol / spending money
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel, we will do our best to find a replacement for your retreat spot.
If a replacement is found, your payments will be refunded, less your deposit.
Otherwise, any money paid towards your retreat is non-refundable.
Retreat deposits are non refundable.
