About This Event
This is a retreat to receive and radiate continuous inspiration with Muddy Waters Yoga Studio. To retreat is to remember who lives inside, to experience and explore, to walk in wonder, and to connect with self, others, and a culture unique from your own. Our trips are meant to bring you back to your essence through contemplative practices, new experiences, movement, nature, and inquiry. The time spent in Switzerland and Italy is an invitation to immerse yourself in another world where beauty is not only seen but felt. The time together will be focused on attuning to the details of your life and creating a conscious roadmap for living far beyond the time we spend in travel.
3-night accommodation at Cervo Mountain Resort, Zermatt
2-night accommodation at Gombit Hotel, Bergamo
1-night accommodation at Hotel Manin, Milan
Meet Heather Beier
Heather Beier E-RYT500, Yoga Medicine Registered Therapeutic Specialist, studio owner
Heather is a practitioner, teacher, and facilitator known for her authentic presence and guidance. Her classes, trainings, and retreats are centered around the governing principle of helping people live alive and embodied in presence by connecting deeply to the intelligence of the body and embodying the philosophies into daily life. She has a deep reverence for the practice and has been guiding students for over a decade.
“One of the greatest feelings is that of inspiration. When we receive and radiate inspiration, there’s an enormous amount of lifeforce and aliveness that runs both through and from us.”
-Heather
About the locations
With much of the country covered by the Alps, Switzerland is one of the highest countries in Europe. The amazing mountains, heaps of lakes, and beautiful landscapes are considered to be what makes the country the perfect destination for vacationing and exploring new cultures. Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn, and as a year-round resort, it commands some of the finest views in Switzerland. This car-free town offers tranquility and luxury. Surrounded by clear lakes and majestic peaks, Zermatt invites exploration and unforgettable moments in the heart of the Swiss Alps.
Nestled in northern Italy, Bergamo is a charming city that blends medieval history with modern flair. Surrounded by ancient walls, its hilltop Old Town, Città Alta, offers breathtaking views of the Lombardy plains. Cobblestone streets wind past historic churches and cozy trattorias, inviting exploration at every turn. Known for its rich artistic heritage and vibrant culture, Bergamo captivates visitors with its picturesque landscapes and warm Italian hospitality.
Milan, Italy’s fashion and design capital, pulsates with energy and creativity. Home to iconic landmarks like the Duomo di Milano and Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” Milan seamlessly marries history with contemporary allure. Its bustling streets are lined with haute couture boutiques, art galleries, and world-class restaurants. From historic theaters to trendy districts like Brera and Navigli, Milan offers an unforgettable fusion of art, fashion, and Italian sophistication.
About the hotels
Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Zermatt, the CERVO is the gateway to the mystical mountain world of the Alps. With a deeply rooted sense of the extraordinary, of highest quality and of authentic hospitality, CERVO invites its guests to explore the impressive nature around us. And to discover themselves.
CERVO is a way of life – local, authentic and at the same time cosmopolitan with an understanding of mindful being. A holistic design with lots of loving details and casual luxury. A place to celebrate and enjoy with friends. A base camp for exploration and adventure in the mighty mountains of Zermatt. A place of power at the foot of the mystical Matterhorn for body and mind.
Gombit, a member of Design Hotels, in the heart of Bergamo hotel, surrounded by the historic sixteenth-century setting of the Venetian Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The name ‘Gombit’ derives from the ancient and historic Torre del Gombito, adjacent to the hotel. Those who are sensitive to historical and artistic beauties and are passionate about travel will find their ideal destination in Gombit Hotel, thanks also to the characteristics of its structure, which also include in its hospitality, the dimensions of luxury and quietude. The location of the hotel makes it the ideal place to reach the lakes of northern Italy and the Italian historical and artistic destinations, given the proximity to the main roads, Bergamo Airport and the station.
The Manin Hotel, a historic 4-star establishment in central Milan, offers comfort and tranquility with a panoramic view of the city’s most beautiful park. Located near La Scala Theatre, the Duomo di Milano, the Fashion Quadrilateral, and Sforza Castle, it stands opposite the Indro Montanelli public gardens.
Steps from the hotel, you’ll find the best of Italian art and fashion, including Via Spiga, Via Manzoni, and Via Montenapoleone, renowned for their designer boutiques. The hotel is also close to the Contemporary Art Pavilion, Brera District, Villa Reale, and the Poldi Pezzoli Museum.
Indicative Schedule
DAY 1
- Check-in / Arrival
- Welcome Community Dinner & Start of the Retreat
DAY 2-6
- Morning Session: a mix of breath-centric vinyasa / slow intentional breathwork / contemplative meditation
- Breakfast
- Free time / Activity time
- Afternoon Session: nourishing and slow restorative and yin practice
- Community Dinner
DAY 7
- Breakfast
- Check-out / Departure
- Retreat Ends
Disclaimer: This schedule is indicative and is subject to change as we move closer to the retreat date.
Start your
journey
Event Highlights
Breath-centric vinyasa
Slow intentional breathwork
Contemplative meditation
Yin practice
Nourishing and slow restorative practices
Sunnega hike and BBQ
3 Lakes hiking
Prices
4200€/per person
in Double Occ. room
Prices
5200€/per person
in Single Occ. room
Flexible payment plan
available
what’s included
Switzerland:
- 3-night accommodation at Cervo Mountain Resort
- All breakfast & dinner meals
- Sunnega hike and BBQ
- Lakes hiking
- Group transfer from Switzerland to Italy
- Cooking class
Italy:
- 2-night accommodation at Gombit Hotel
- All breakfasts & dinner meals
- 1-night accommodation at Hotel Manin, Milan
- All breakfast & dinner meals
- Cooking class (transfer also included)
what’s not included
- Airfare to/from Switzerland and Italy – We strongly advise you to book flexible airfare tickets and flights with fewer carbon emissions to contribute to environmental protection, as it is our responsibility to safeguard our environment
- Arrival and departure land transfers except for those mentioned in the inclusions
- Train tickets
- Accommodation tax per person per overnight stay
- Water, tea, soft drinks and beverages
- Whatever is not mentioned clearly in the inclusions
more info
We strongly advise you to book flexible airfare tickets and flights with fewer carbon emissions to contribute to environmental protection, as it is our responsibility to safeguard our environment
Payment Plan: Available – contact us at info@travelgems.com for details.
Language: English
Airport Transfer: Available upon request
Cancellation Policy: 30% Deposit amount is non-refundable | Should you wish to cancel your participation one month or less before the start of the retreat, 100% of cancellation fees are applied.
Important Info: In case there are Covid-19 restrictions or restrictions related to any other pandemic that prevent guests from traveling the total amount paid will be refunded.
Dietary Needs: Should you have any special dietary needs/allergies, kindly let us know in advance in order to be able to better accommodate you in the best possible way.
Transport: We suggest that you book flights to and from Milan Airport (MXP) as it’s the most convenient one and the closest to the resort. In order to make your arrival to and departure from Zermatt as smooth as possible, we can arrange for you a private transfer from/to Milan Airport at an extra cost.
Additionally, kindly note that we can arrange for you private transfers from other airports as well! Please contact us if you would like more information at info@travelgems.com
