Adventures in France: Yoga Wellness Retreat with Jena Ocean
Your TourHero
Jena is the type of person who walks boldly through life, knowing personally that tomorrow is not promised. Her passion is creating space for people to heal. This includes a lot of silliness and play. She feels deep love and reverence for the interplay of silence and laughter. A certified Advanced Reiki Practitioner with private practice in Exeter, New Hampshire, and a 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Teacher Alliance, Jena’s whole life is around healing through movement and breath. A Southern California transplant and prior beach lifeguard, Jena finds her grounding and her happy place in the ocean, and loves to invite people into playing safely in any body of water. This retreat is aimed to help you travel lightly as you traverse this human experience. Come shake up your normal routine, experience daily yoga, meditation and group reiki healing sessions and adventures. Leave the week feeling more in tune with yourself and your unique dharma, or life path. She hopes you can join her on this magical experience.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Oct 3 - 7, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate (all levels welcome)
Group Size
10
Transportation
Van
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
18+
Travel interest
Yoga, wellness, adventure, food & wine
Fellow Travelers
Estefania
Anna
Anissa
Loralynn
Madeleine
Jessica
Christina
Your Local Guide
La FrogS'House is a bed and breakfast located in Saint-Jeannet, run by Corinne and Benoit. Since 2006, they’ve been delighted to share this magical place with guests of all kinds. They offer a weekly program where you can discover or deepen your yoga practice, while enjoying all that the region has to offer. Options include outdoor adventures, cultural activities, French and regional gastronomy cooking classes, and so much more. Corinne and Benoit are committed to sharing this space with you, conducive to relaxation, rejuvenation, and self-discovery and will ensure you have a great experience from beginning to end.
Escape to the hillside village of Saint-Jeannet, located in Nice’s countryside. Anchored at a local bed and breakfast in the heart of the medieval downtown, enjoy a tranquil setting for a stellar yoga retreat, featuring daily yoga sessions at the house’s private shala, adventure excursions in the mountains, and French food that is sure to impress. Here, you’ll be immersed in French culture and surrounded by like-minded individuals looking to deepen their yoga practice and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the world. If you’re ready to take the next step in your journey to health and wellness, and do so in an idyllic French town, this trip is calling your name. Secure your spot today and start planning the retreat of a lifetime.
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until August 1, 2023. If the departure is cancelled out of your control, you will be alerted by August 1, 2023 and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until August 1, 2023 for a refund, excluding the deposit amount. After this time, no refunds will be given.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
Jena is the type of person who walks boldly through life, knowing personally that tomorrow is not promised. Her passion is creating space for people to heal. This includes a lot of silliness and play. She feels deep love and reverence for the interplay of silence and laughter. A certified Advanced Reiki Practitioner with private practice in Exeter, New Hampshire, and a 200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Teacher Alliance, Jena’s whole life is around healing through movement and breath. A Southern California transplant and prior beach lifeguard, Jena finds her grounding and her happy place in the ocean, and loves to invite people into playing safely in any body of water. This retreat is aimed to help you travel lightly as you traverse this human experience. Come shake up your normal routine, experience daily yoga, meditation and group reiki healing sessions and adventures. Leave the week feeling more in tune with yourself and your unique dharma, or life path. She hopes you can join her on this magical experience.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Travel Date
Oct 3 - 7, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate (all levels welcome)
Group Size
10
Transportation
Van
Escape to the hillside village of Saint-Jeannet, located in Nice’s countryside. Anchored at a local bed and breakfast in the heart of the medieval downtown, enjoy a tranquil setting for a stellar yoga retreat, featuring daily yoga sessions at the house’s private shala, adventure excursions in the mountains, and French food that is sure to impress. Here, you’ll be immersed in French culture and surrounded by like-minded individuals looking to deepen their yoga practice and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the world. If you’re ready to take the next step in your journey to health and wellness, and do so in an idyllic French town, this trip is calling your name. Secure your spot today and start planning the retreat of a lifetime.
Timeline
- Day 1 · Nice & Saint-Jeannet
- Arrive in Nice
- Transfer from airport/train to accommodation in Saint-Jeannet
- Check-in at The FrogS’ House
- Evening yoga
- Welcome buffet dinner (wine included)
- Day 2 · Saint-Jeannet
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast and socializing
- Free time
- Cliff hike with picnic lunch
- Free time
- Evening yoga
- Free time
- Dinner on the terrace (wine included)
- Day 3 · Saint-Jeannet
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast and socializing
- Transfer to excursion
- Excursion: zip-lining or rock climbing (picnic lunch included)
- Transfer back to accommodation
- Evening yoga
- Free time
- Dinner at local bistrot (wine included)
- Day 4 · Saint-Jeannet
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast and socializing
- Trip to Paloma Beach – free time
- Afternoon yoga
- Plant-based French gastronomy workshop
- Farewell dinner (wine included)
- Day 5 · Departure
- Morning yoga
- Breakfast and closing ceremony
- Check out of accommodation
- Transfer to airport/train
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Welcome to France – enjoy a yoga session and welcome dinner to kick this retreat off right!
Welcome to Saint-Jeannet, a charming medieval village located in the cliffs of southern Nice. This idyllic area is a quiet respite for all who visit, with ancient streets, local restaurants and cafes, and a disconnected energy to help you rest and relax. Upon arrival, you’ll take your transfer from the train or the airport (however you choose to arrive) to the retreat house and have some free time before an optional evening yoga session. At 6:30 pm, enjoy a welcome buffet dinner with the group to get to know everyone, where you’ll also have a formal introduction to the area. Indulge in complimentary wine as you snack on French favorites and soak in the picturesque backdrop of Saint-Jeannet. Enjoy!
Day 2
Enjoy a hike up the cliffside, along with two yoga sessions to start and end the day in peace
Good morning! We hope you had a great first night at the house. We’ll start the day with a yoga session before breakfast and free time to wander around the area or simply enjoy the property. At noon, we’ll partake in an 8-km (5-mile) hike up into the majestic cliffs. Here, we can overlook the village while we enjoy a picnic lunch. Once we make our way back down to the house, we’ll have free time to rest, an evening yoga session, and a dinner with wine on the house’s terrace. There is no better way to end a day in France!
Day 3
Get adventurous with either a zip-line excursion or a rock climbing experience before dinner at a local bistrot
Rise and shine! After our morning yoga session and a delicious breakfast, we’ll head out to one of two experiences: a zip-lining adventure over the canyon forest or a beginner’s rock climbing class, which will take us back up the cliffside for an afternoon of fun. After another fabulous picnic lunch, we’ll head back to the house for afternoon yoga and time for rest. From here, we’ll freshen up and make our way into town to dine at one of the local bistrots, featuring sumptuous French fare and delicious wine. Grab your glass and toast to a stellar yoga retreat. À ta santé!
Day 4
Spend the afetrnoon lounging on Paloma Beach before exploring French cuisine with a plant-based gastronomy workshop
Today is our last full day here, and that means we have to make it the best it can be! We’ll start the day with a yoga session and breakfast, then enjoy some free time to hang on Paloma Beach. We’ll meet back up for another yoga session at 4:00 pm, then enjoy a real French treat! We’ll work with a professional chef who will teach us the ins and outs of French cooking with a plant-based twist. While we learn, we’ll indulge in wine and tapas before our farewell dinner with the group. This is the time and space to reflect on our retreat and say our goodbyes before leaving tomorrow afternoon.
Day 5
After our last yoga session, it's time to say farewell
It’s our final morning in France. What a glorious experience it’s been! We’ll enjoy one last yoga session when we wake up, then participate in a closing ceremony after breakfast to solidify a stellar week of inner and out work. Relax and enjoy these last idyllic moments before you finally head off to the train station or airport. We hope you had a relaxing and rejuvenating experience and will take your new-found peace with you to your mat back home. Au revoir!
Accommodation
The FrogS’ House (or similar according to availability)
La FrogS'House is a bed and breakfast located in the charming village of Saint-Jeannet. Perched in the heights of Nice, this magical place is ready to help you deepen your yoga practice, while you enjoy the French food and beautiful backdrop of the mountains. The property is an old family hotel transformed into a warm and comfortable guest house, with cozy rooms and modern baths. On site, you’ll find a large kitchen, common spaces, yoga shala, and outdoor terrace. Room type: Shared occupancy.
Included
4 nights at The FrogS’ House
Shared occupancy in accommodation
Airport and activity transfers
All meals as listed in itinerary
All yoga sessions and activities listed in itinerary
Not included
Flights
All food not mentioned in inclusions
Personal expenses not stipulated
Optional add-ons
Gratuities
FAQ
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Please check the on this itinerary page for specific details.
Will TourHero or the operator take care of my visa (if applicable)?
Travelers are responsible for researching visa requirements and obtaining a visa if needed. Please check government websites to ensure you have the necessary documents, along with passport requirements, before your departure date. This includes necessary transit visas, permits, and vaccinations required prior to travel and any required reciprocity fees for the destination. TourHero will provide a booking confirmation document after purchase, which may be needed to obtain a visa.
If your visa is denied for any reason, TourHero will issue a refund based on the cancellation policy. However, we are unable to provide a refund after the cancellation due date has passed.
Do I need a passport for this trip?
A full and valid passport is required for all persons traveling to any destination outside of one’s home country. Most international tours require a passport that's valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled end of your itinerary. TourHero will not issue refunds based on passport issues such as renewals or lost passports.
What's included in the price?
Please check the inclusion and exclusion sections above. You'll find information about included meals, transfers, flights, and activities. If you have any questions or need support, please contact hello@tourhero.com.
Available add-on
Single room upgrade
Looking for more privacy during your stay? Upgrade to a single room for the duration of the retreat.
Price: USD 215
Sold out
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until August 1, 2023. If the departure is cancelled out of your control, you will be alerted by August 1, 2023 and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip up until August 1, 2023 for a refund, excluding the deposit amount. After this time, no refunds will be given.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour. We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- This quaint village features local fare and picturesque streets. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- After some free time, we'll take a hike up the cliffside for great views and a picnic lunch. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Spend the day learning rock climbing basics. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Or fly high above the trees in Canyon Forest. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Welcome to Saint-Jeannet — a charming village in the cliffs of Nice. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Start the day with a morning yoga session to ground and center. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Great views and great company. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Each day, enjoy a delicious, home-cooked breakfast to fuel your body for a stellar day ahead. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Wind down after a great hike with an evening yoga session. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Enjoy a delicious dinner on the terrace. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- We'll walk along the beautiful streets and head into town for dinner at a local favorite. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- After our second yoga session, we'll work with a professional chef who will teach us about plant-based cooking in France. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Welcome to The FrogS' House. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Cheers! - Pixabay: robyrad
- Rise and shine to yoga and a French breakfast. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Start the day with morning yoga. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- Spend your final night in France at a farewell dinner with your group. - Facebook: The FrogS' House
- During our free time, we'll head to the beach to get some sun. - Unsplash: Callum Galloway
- Enjoy a welcome dinner to get to know your fellow retreaters. - Pexels: Askar Abayev
- Add-on: Single room upgrade - The Frogs' House