A HOLIDAY IN FRENCH CATALONIA

A Gentle Women’s Retreat in French Catalonia

Exhale and return to a state of inner ease

8 days / 7 nights of deep relaxation and renewal

No pressure. No pushing yourself. At your own pace

MORE THAN A JOURNEY

A week where the scenery changes — not the hotels.

We’ve designed the programme so that you don’t simply visit French Catalonia — you truly experience it.

Historic towns and ancient fortresses, local wine cellars, Mediterranean beaches, oyster farms, regional cuisine, leisurely walks and warm evenings filled with connection and the unmistakable atmosphere of southern France.

THE SENSE OF PLACE

Imagine a place where you don’t have to choose between the mountains and the sea.

French Catalonia is where the freshness of the Pyrenees meets the warmth of the Mediterranean, creating a unique atmosphere of freedom, beauty and unhurried living.

WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU HERE?

This land seems made for a reset. It gently brings you back to a sense of grounding, calm and inner balance.

Little by little, the tension begins to fade and the accumulated fatigue starts to lift.

There is more quiet within. Your senses become clearer.

Here, you can simply be yourself — without effort and without having to prove anything.

IS THIS FOR ME?

No previous experience or special preparation is required. We’ll be there to gently guide and support you — even if this is your very first retreat.

WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?

This retreat is for you if you’ve been living in a constant state of responsibility and feel ready to finally exhale.

If you’re carrying a kind of tiredness that neither sleep nor weekends seem to ease, with too much noise in your mind and constant tension in your body.

If you’re used to being strong, keeping everything under control and taking care of everyone around you — but now feel the need for quiet, clarity and restoration.

If you want to reconnect with a sense of lightness, inner calm and a way of being where it feels easier to breathe, feel and simply live at your own pace.

WHAT YOU’LL TAKE HOME

You’ll leave this retreat with a deep sense of having finally exhaled: your body feels lighter, your mind clearer, your sleep deeper, your breathing freer, and the tension held in your body gradually begins to release.

You’ll develop a more grounded, steady state without the constant feeling of inner tension. You’ll also learn simple ways to shift from stress into a state of inner resource — tools you can easily bring into everyday life, without effort or complicated techniques.

GIFTS

A personalised crystal-infused fragrance — you’ll create your own unique perfume, designed to become a personal anchor for calm, inner balance and a sense of wellbeing.
An intention candle — created around your personal intentions and desires, it becomes something you can return to at home, reconnecting you with your goals and inner state.
A Motanka prosperity doll — a handmade symbol traditionally associated with wellbeing, abundance and inviting new opportunities into your life.
A retreat journal — a private space for your insights, feelings, reflections and meaningful discoveries that you can carry with you long after the retreat.
Thoughtful gifts from the hosts — little tokens of care to remind you of your time in French Catalonia.
Heartfelt photographs and the experience itself — memories you’ll want to return to again and again.

BONUSES

Thoughtful gifts from the hosts — little surprises that will stay with you even after the retreat comes to an end.
Post-retreat space — a private community of like-minded women for connection, support and gently integrating your experience into everyday life.
A secret bonus — a special practice you’ll be able to use in daily life to restore your inner resources more quickly and return to a state of calm.

HOW THE RETREAT IS STRUCTURED

This retreat is designed as a holistic experience. At its heart is a gentle approach to the natural rhythms of the body and mind. Each day is thoughtfully structured to help you naturally move into a state of restoration.

✔ Morning — reconnecting with the body and a sense of grounding
Through yoga, breathwork, cleansing rituals and shavasana, you reconnect with your body and rediscover a sense of grounding. You wake up slowly, calmly and naturally.

✔ Daytime — gentle depth without pressure

As the pace naturally slows during the day, it becomes easier to pause and listen to yourself. This is when creative and therapeutic processes take place, creating space for deeper experiences and meaningful inner shifts.

✔ Nature — natural integration
Walks and excursions are woven into the retreat as pauses between deeper processes. Nature, architecture and beauty give you space to process what you’ve experienced, release fatigue and reconnect with sensitivity, inspiration and a zest for life.

✔ Evening — relaxation and restoration

In the evening, the space becomes quieter. Women’s practices and warm rituals help the body transition into a state of deep relaxation and recovery. In this state, anxiety softens and inner tension gradually dissolves.

✔ Closing — integrating and anchoring the experience

The retreat comes to a gentle close with time to integrate everything you’ve experienced. You leave not simply inspired, but with a greater sense of inner clarity and stability — carrying a state of wellbeing that can stay with you long after the retreat ends.

We’ll visit the unique underground wine cellars of Terra Vinea, located deep within ancient stone quarries. A small train will take us to the entrance of the underground complex, where we’ll descend into vast galleries that now house a museum dedicated to the history of winemaking in the region.

Here, you’ll discover how the wines of southern France have been made throughout the centuries — from traditional tools and wine barrels to scenes from the lives of local winemakers, brought to life through an atmospheric light show.

After the tour, we’ll enjoy a tasting of Roussillon wines in the spacious tasting room. The complex also features a large shop where you can purchase your favourite wines and pair them with local farm delicacies and regional gastronomic products.

TERRA VINEA

Underground Wine Cellars of Roussillon

Before the wine tasting, we’ll head to the coast for lunch at Le Poulpe — a contemporary beach restaurant combining the atmosphere of a seaside club with a cuisine centred around fresh, seasonal ingredients.

With open terraces, sea air and a sense of effortless ease, the restaurant celebrates Mediterranean cuisine through the simplicity and quality of its ingredients.

The menu features fresh fish and seafood from the daily catch, seasonal dishes and light tapas with a contemporary twist. Lunch is at your leisure, with dishes ordered and paid for individually from the menu.

LE POULPE

Lunch on the Mediterranean Coast

CHÂTEAU COMTAL

We ascend to Château Comtal, where sweeping panoramic views reveal the full grandeur of the fortress and its surrounding landscapes.

We then visit the Basilica of Saint-Nazaire, where 13th-century stained glass casts a soft, luminous glow, filling the ancient space with color and quiet reverence.

Carcassonne is a place where history is felt at every step — where a simple walk becomes a journey through time.

CARCASSONNE

Medieval Fortress City

On one of the days, we journey to Carcassonne — one of Europe’s most extraordinary medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Encircled by a double ring of fortified walls and over fifty towers, it has watched over the valley for centuries — a place where time seems to stand still.

Passing through its ancient gates, we step into a living medieval world — a labyrinth of narrow stone streets, intimate squares, centuries-old homes, and refined artisan boutiques.

COMTE ROGER

Lunch in Carcassonne will take place at Comte Roger, a restaurant located in the very heart of the medieval fortress.

Here, you will be able to discover the region’s traditional cuisine and try one of its signature dishes — cassoulet, prepared according to local recipes.

The lunch is held in a свободном формате with payment à la carte.

OYSTER FARM OF THE LAGOON

After Carcassonne, we’ll stop at the Étang de Leucate, where family-run oyster farms bring the freshest Mediterranean catch to charming waterside restaurants.

Sip chilled wine on sun-drenched terraces, savor oysters, mussels, and seafood, and soak in the effortless rhythm of southern France. Enjoy a leisurely à la carte lunch, not included in the tour.

You’ll discover one of the most beautiful caves in France, often referred to as the “Underground Versailles.”

Inside its magnificent chambers, adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, lies an underground lake more than 10 million years old.

The story of this place began around 395 million years ago, when nature first began shaping this extraordinary limestone world.

A walk through the cave is a journey through millions of years of history, where every chamber reveals the immense power of time and nature.

Grotte des Canalettes

Fort Libéria

Fort Libéria, rising approximately 180 metres above Villefranche-de-Conflent, was built in 1681. We’ll make our way up to the fortress and explore its walls, bastions and panoramic viewpoints.

From here, sweeping views open across Villefranche-de-Conflent, the valley and the majestic Canigou massif. You’ll also discover the story of the notorious women accused of poisoning during the reign of Louis XIV, who were imprisoned in the fort’s women’s prison.

Our descent will take us through the famous underground passage known as the “Thousand Steps”. After the visit, we’ll enjoy lunch at a cosy local restaurant serving traditional Catalan cuisine.

Villefranche-de-Conflent

Medieval Fortress City

Villefranche-de-Conflent, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known as the “City of Witches.” And you’ll discover the story behind this mysterious name as we explore the town.

We’ll wander through its historic streets and step into charming artisan boutiques created by local makers.

The Mediterranean will become another space for our retreat.

Morning yoga by the sea, an art-therapy breakfast overlooking the water, slow time on the beach, swimming, free time and lunch at an atmospheric seaside restaurant will create that perfect kind of day when there is simply nowhere you need to rush to.

And in the evening, one of the most beautiful practices of the retreat awaits us — a crystal singing bowl session to help you deeply relax and gently bring a full, beautiful day to a close.

THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA

EUS

The Village Turned Towards the Sun

Eus is part of the association “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France” and is considered one of the sunniest villages in the country.

Its houses cascade up the granite slope of the hill, while at the very top stands the Church of Saint Vincent, built in the 18th century on the site of an ancient castle.

From here, breathtaking panoramic views open across the Conflent Valley and the majestic Canigou massif.

REAL STORIES FROM
OUR PARTICIPANTS

Every woman who has experienced the retreat leaves feeling that it was one of the most gentle and transformative experiences of her life. These videos can’t capture everything — but they offer a glimpse of the warmth, authenticity, and depth of what happens here.

WHO WILL BE WITH YOU FOR THESE 8 DAYS

If you feel a resonance with this retreat — chances are, you’re meant to be here. And if you’re still unsure, simply trust yourself. We’re here with you.

She also works with personal intentions and life challenges, helping people recognize the underlying causes that may be keeping them from reaching their goals, gently release inner blocks, and reconnect with their resources.

Her approach creates a space where you can see, understand, release, and transform.

A space where transformation unfolds naturally — through gentle, precise, and deeply present guidance.

Nataliia is also the creator and facilitator of energy workshops and transformational programs, including large-scale programs focused on working with the subconscious mind. She facilitates transformational games incorporating art therapy, exploring deeper states through symbolism, imagery, and embodied experience.

In her practice, Nataliia works with the human energy system, balancing the chakra system, restoring the subtle bodies, and conducting individual energy sessions.

Nataliia is also a student of the awakened Advaita Vedanta master Swami Vishnudevananda Giri, which brings a particular depth, intuition, and sensitivity to her work. This is reflected in the space she creates during her sessions — calm, clear, and supportive, where transformation unfolds not through pressure, but through presence and awareness.

As a Kundalini facilitator, Nataliia gently guides participants through practices designed to awaken and connect with their life energy, creating a safe and grounded space for profound inner change. Her approach is rooted in attentive guidance, gentleness, and respect for each person’s individual boundaries.

Nataliia Broto
(SHAKTI RAJEET KAUR)

Regression Therapist · Energy Practitioner · Kundalini Facilitator · Transformation Guide

Nataliia is a practicing regression therapist, energy practitioner, Kundalini facilitator, and certified Kundalini and Hatha yoga teacher. Her work brings together deep somatic, energetic, and mental practices.

Karina teaches with gentleness and care, always considering each participant’s individual abilities, level of experience, physical condition, and inner rhythm. There is no pressure or rushing in her classes — only precision, care, and respect for the process.

Her practices create a space for support, stability, and a deeper connection with yourself, where the body gradually opens, tension releases, and attention turns inward. With Karina, you are guided with care, warmth, and professional clarity — always encouraged to move at your own pace and trust yourself.

She has taught yoga across Asia and currently teaches in Canada, continuing to deepen her knowledge through trainings, yoga festivals, and workshops with leading teachers. This international experience has shaped her mature, grounded, and deeply attentive approach to working with the body and the whole person.

In her practice, Karina combines traditional yoga principles with a modern understanding of anatomy, safe movement, and mindful body awareness. For her, it’s not simply about achieving a pose — it’s about creating an environment where each person feels safe, heard, and supported.

Karina Smith

Karina is a certified Yoga Alliance teacher (E-RYT 200) with more than 15 years of personal yoga practice.

Jean-Louis

He doesn’t lead practices, but he brings something equally important to the retreat: the warmth, flavor, and soul of authentic French cuisine.

He doesn’t lead practices, but he brings something equally important to the retreat: the warmth, flavor, and soul of authentic French cuisine.

Jean-Louis will prepare fresh vegetables, fish, seafood, and meat on the grill for the group, with particular attention to the quality of the ingredients, their natural flavors, and subtle combinations.

His approach is rooted in respect for the ingredients — without unnecessary complexity or excess, but with a true sense of balance and taste. Jean-Louis’ cooking isn’t about elaborate presentation or haute cuisine. It’s about genuine pleasure — the kind you can feel in every bite.

Simple dishes reveal layers of flavor, aroma, and depth — the kind of food philosophy that can’t be replicated artificially. Through his cooking, he shares his love for quality ingredients and French food culture, creating an atmosphere of warmth, grounding, and enjoyment of the present moment. A taste of authentic French cuisine — not restaurant-style, but real, living, and deeply rooted in tradition, quality, and attention to detail.

ACCOMMODATION

Your stay is thoughtfully arranged within the estate:

2 twin bedrooms with separate beds that can be converted into a double, each with its own toilet and shower — shared by 2 guests.
1 spacious, bright bedroom with four separate sleeping spaces — comfortable shared accommodation.
1 bedroom with a double bed.
Shared bathroom with a walk-in shower and two sinks, plus a separate toilet.
Additional toilet on the ground floor.
Spacious living room and shared kitchen area.
Terrace, landscaped grounds, and swimming pool — perfect for resting, soaking up the sun, and taking your time.

The accommodation is designed to give every participant a sense of comfort, privacy, and space to rest.

OUR HOME & THE CARE
WE PROVIDE

We’ll stay in a charming 19th-century country estate, a space designed for calm, restoration, and that feeling of being at home. A place where it’s easy to breathe, think clearly, and simply be.

IMPORTANT:

• Early booking comes with the best accommodation options, subject to availability at the time of booking.

• Room assignments are made according to booking order and the overall comfort of the group.

FOOD

French cuisine is celebrated around the world for turning food into pleasure, care, and a ritual of living.

Here, it’s all about flavor, quality, presentation, atmosphere, and that unhurried pace in which true enjoyment unfolds.

MORNING

• Breakfast served buffet-style

• Fresh baguettes and croissants

• Seasonal fruits, dried fruits, and nuts

• Yogurt and granola

• Boiled eggs

• Tea, coffee, and morning drinks

A slow breakfast after the morning practices — a moment to ground yourself, reconnect with your body, and gently ease into the day.

LUNCH & DINNER

• Grilled fish and seafood

• Fromages artisanaux — local farmhouse cheeses from the region

• Foie gras — a classic French delicacy made from duck liver

• French appetizers and specialties: pâtés, aioli, guacamole, and other regional flavors

• Fresh bread and warm, crusty baguettes

• Light desserts

The grilled dishes are prepared by a true French cook with a refined understanding of ingredients, fire, quality, and presentation — authentic, simple, and full of flavor.

ON EXCURSION DAYS

• Lunches and dinners at authentic French restaurants in the region

• An opportunity to discover local cuisine and traditions

• The freedom to choose the dishes you most want to try

The menu can be adapted for vegans, vegetarians, and individual dietary needs.

ТРИ ВЫЕЗДНЫХ ДНЯ

GOUFFRE DE PADIRAC — СПУСК К ЛЕГЕНДЕ И СВЕТУ

Вы спускаетесь в каменную глубину: воздух становится прохладнее, звуки — тише, а время словно замедляет шаг. По местной легенде, здесь развернулось противостояние света и тьмы — удар копыта раскрыл землю, но святой Мартин прошёл через это место и вышел к свету; камень, говорят, до сих пор «помнит» этот переход.

Дальше путь ведет по протяженным галереям — своды со сталактитами и сталагмитами, мягкая подсветка, отражения на камне. И наконец — подземная река: тихая вода, лодочная переправа, зеркальные отблески. Это ощущается как метафорический путь — из глубины к ясности.

MARTEL (XII ВЕК) + ПОЕЗД ВДОЛЬ КАНЬОНОВ

Martel — город тёплого камня, где каждая улочка выглядит как почтовая открытка: двери, ставни, маленькие лавки и бутики, башни и спокойный ритм. Прогулка по старому центру, обед на площади — гастрономично и без спешки, с локальными вкусами региона.

После — поезд Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy (известный как «поезд Марте́ля»): он идет по высокому участку маршрута вдоль каньонов и долин. За окнами — скальные стены, зеленые изгибы ландшафта, ощущение простора, от которого дыхание становится глубже.

ROCAMADOUR — ГОРОД, ПОДВЕШЕННЫЙ МЕЖДУ НЕБОМ И СКАЛОЙ

Rocamadour кажется висящим в воздухе: он держится за камень и одновременно за высоту. Здесь хранится Чёрная Мадонна — святыня, к которой веками приходили за поддержкой и знаком.

Над городом, в скале, по легенде застрял меч Дюрандаль — символ защиты этих мест; в предании звучит имя Архангела Михаила как хранителя и посредника света. Панорамы долины, тишина и высота собирают внимание и выравнивают изнутри.

AUTOIRE — ДЕРЕВНЯ ВОДОПАДА И СРЕДНЕВЕКОВЫХ ЛЕГЕНД

Сначала мы отправимся по живописной лесной тропе к 30-метровому водопаду Cascade d’Autoire — одному из самых красивых природных уголков региона Лот, где вода уже тысячи лет прокладывает себе путь среди известняковых скал.

Затем вернёмся в Autoire — деревню, входящую в список «Самых красивых деревень Франции», и пообедаем на её уютной старинной площади. После прогулки по каменным улочкам поднимемся к руинам Château des Anglais — средневековой крепости XII века, высеченной прямо в отвесной скале. Отсюда открывается один из самых красивых панорамных видов на долину Лота.

Эти выездные дни — не просто экскурсии. Это путешествия с историей и легендой, где красота и смысл проживаются телом, взглядом и тишиной — и остаются с вами как живые якоря опыта.Полное расписание по дням можно посмотреть здесь.

COST & PARTICIPATION TERMS

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Accommodation & Retreat Space

• 8 days / 7 nights in a cosy private estate
• swimming pool, terrace, garden and relaxation areas
• shared spaces throughout the house: living room, kitchen, quiet spaces and open views
• all necessary household amenities

3 Meals a Day

• daily breakfast, lunch and dinner

(except for five meals on excursion days, which take place at carefully selected restaurants and gastronomic venues across the region; see the retreat programme for the detailed schedule)

• French-inspired cuisine and locally sourced farm produce

Retreat Programe

• morning yoga and breathwork
• opening and closing retreat rituals
• women’s circles
• cacao ceremony
• “Weightless” sound healing session
• personalised fragrance creation
• intention candle creation
• creating a Motanka prosperity doll
• retreat journal
• keepsake gifts

Excursion Programe

• Grottes des Canalettes
• Terra Vinea — museum visit and wine tasting
• Carcassonne & Château Comtal — guided tour of the medieval city
• Fort Libéria
• Villefranche-de-Conflent — the City of Witches
• Eus — one of the sunniest villages in France
• Mediterranean coast — breakfast, beach time and sun lounger

Equipment & Materials for practices

• yoga mats, blocks, cushions and blankets
• mattresses for sound healing and relaxation practices
• candles, fragrances and materials for all rituals

Also Included

• group transfer from Perpignan to the retreat venue and back
• all transportation during the retreat
• all entrance tickets included in the programme
• guided excursions

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Flights to and from France — each participant arranges and pays for their own flights.

• Travel from your chosen airport to Perpignan and back — including Barcelona, Toulouse, Montpellier and other airports. The transfer from Perpignan to the retreat venue and back is included.

• Lunches and dinners at restaurants on excursion days — each participant pays separately for their chosen dishes and drinks.

• Personal travel and medical insurance — each participant is responsible for arranging and paying for their own insurance.

IMPORTANT:

Everything listed in the retreat programme is included in the price.

There are no additional fees for participating in the practices, ceremonies or excursions.

The retreat as an organised event is insured. Personal travel, flights and any associated risks remain the individual responsibility of each participant.

PARTICIPATION FORMAT:
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

EARLY BIRD

Until March 23, 2026

1850 €

STANDARD RATE

March 23 – April 15, 2026

2000 €

LATE BOOKING

April 16 – May 31, 2026

2200 €

VIP

Private room with a private bathroom and shower, subject to availability at the time of booking

2300 €

DEPOSIT

Secures your place

500 €

БОНУС ЗА ПРИГЛАШЁННУЮ УЧАСТНИЦУ

начисляется после полной оплаты её участия, независимо от того, участвуете вы в ретрите сами или нет

150 €

The deposit is non-refundable, but it may be transferred to another participant or applied to a future retreat.

The remaining balance and instalment options can be discussed individually in a private conversation, so we can find the most convenient arrangement for each participant.