Release the old, call in the new - Release & Love
Start the New Year with intention and heart on a retreat designed to reset, release, and cultivate self-love. After the busy holiday season, this is the perfect opportunity to pause, reconnect with yourself, and step into the year ahead with clarity, energy, and warmth.
Step into the quiet beauty of winter with us in Val di Rhêmes, a hidden gem within the Gran Paradiso National Park — the oldest national park in Italy. Surrounded by majestic peaks and snow-covered pines, this retreat is an invitation to move, breathe, and reconnect with nature in its purest form.
Each day unfolds with two yoga sessions — gentle yet strengthening practices designed to balance the body after skiing and soothe the spirit in the stillness of winter. During the day, we explore the pristine trails on cross-country skis, gliding through the valley.
Our charming Alpine hotel rests in the picturesque hamlet of Rhêmes-Notre-Dame, just steps from the hotel, you’ll find the beautiful cross-country ski circuit, winding through pristine snowfields, as well as a small alpine ski area with red and black slopes, perfect for skiers with a good level of experience who enjoy more challenging descents. The ski lift and ski school are only a short stroll away, and the cross-country trails begin quite literally on the doorstep, making it effortless to step outside and immerse yourself in the magic of the mountains.
After a day of skiing or snowshoeing, the hotel welcomes you back with its warm Alpine charm — you can unwind in the intimate spa, soothe tired muscles in the sauna, or simply relax with a cup of tea as you gaze out at the snowy peaks. It’s the perfect blend of adventure outdoors and comfort within, creating a true home for our retreat.
Whether you’re an experienced cross-country skier or completely new to the snow, we’ve created a space that’s welcoming and relaxed — with options for all levels and no pressure to do everything.
It’s all about being outdoors, connecting with others, and coming home with a clearer mind and a lighter heart.
On Friday, we set out on a guided full-day snowshoeing adventure with a professional mountain guide. Carrying our packed lunches, we journey through pine forests, along rivers, and across the open snowy valley, learning about the history, flora, and fauna of this ancient national park. If we’re lucky, we may even spot ibex or chamois in their natural habitat — a truly magical glimpse of Alpine wildlife.
On Saturday, our adventure takes us on a scenic walk to a traditional mountain hut, where we enjoy a hearty lunch surrounded by spectacular views. In the evening, we gather one last time for a deeply restorative yoga Nidra practice followed by a cacao ceremony — a gentle, heart-opening ritual to reflect, integrate, and close our retreat together in warmth and connection.
Expect good food, great company, mountain views, and a healthy dose of fun. All the food fresh and from locally sourced and produce, the hotel proudly holds the badge of the Gran Paradiso Quality.
To keep the intimacy of our retreats we take a maximum of 15 women.
We can offer en-suite double room with single occupancy and twin bedrooms en-suite, with different prices to suit your budget and preference. You can even have the view over the Mont Blanc Mountain from your bedroom!
Twin bedroom sharing with another fellow yogi, en-suite bathroom: 890 EUR
Double room (king size double bed) with single occupancy, en-suite bathroom: 990 EUR
Bring a friend or friends and you all get 25 Euro off the price.
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What to bring with you:
Ski gear - thermals and base layers, sweatshirt/fleece as middle layer, ski socks, ski jacket and trousers, ski gloves, goggles, warm hat, helmet (or you can rent it at the hotel)
Yoga gear - leggings or comfortable trousers and t-shirt
Relaxing and comfortable clothing for the hotel, swimming costume for the spa, slippers
Back pack, suncream, sunglasses, water bottle
Good book to read
What is included in the price:
4 nights in a beautiful alpine accommodation ski in/out - in en-suit shared double rooms or double room with single occupancy
Airport transfer from/to Milan Malpensa (MXP) to Hotel in Pila, leaving at 13.00 pm from Malpensa and at 9.00/9.30 am from Hotel on departure day. We have only 8 places available. On departure day we work with the local transfer company, with departure times from Aosta town at 10.00 am and 15.00 pm.
Free use of the spa - with sauna & Jacuzzi. The spa is small and cosy and takes max. of 6 people at the time.
2 daily yoga sessions - morning revitalising and evening restorative yoga - including 1 Cocoa Ceremony/Nidra yoga - closing circle of the last night of the retreat
1 yoga session on the arrival evening with opening circle
yoga mat, yoga blocks if needed
group cross - country skiing
1 full-day guided snowshoeing with packed lunch
4 delicious breakfasts and 4 hearty home made dinners
discount for ski hire (skies, helmet, ski poles)
Convenience of organising ski passes from the hotel’s reception and storing your skies near the ski lifts
Welcome present with local products
Aosta Valley Holistic support for any information you need
What is not included:
flights and airport transfers except the one from Milan Malpensa mentioned above
lunches
taxi/transfer back to hotel from Aosta, except on our afternoon/evening out in Aosta visiting the Christmas market
insurance travel and medical
ski hire, ski pass and ski lessons (Ski hire and ski pass are available from hotel, we can help you to book ski lesson - just let us know in advance)
Indicative Program:
DAY 1 - Arrival
17.00 pm- Opening circle, briefing, yoga and meditation
19.00 pm- Dinner - 4 course dinner prepared by hotel’s chef from locally sourced ingredients
DAY 2:
7.00 - 8.00 am - Revitalising Vinyasa Yoga
8.30 am - Breakfast buffet style
10.00 am - 12.30pm - Group cross - country skiing, or alpine skiing
12.30 pm - Lunch independently
13.30 pm - Free time - carry on skiing, spa experience in the hotel’s cosy wellness centre (included in the price), book a relaxing/holistic massage or Bowtech session (extra costs)
17.00 - 18.30 pm - Restorative/Yin Yoga
19.00 pm - Dinner - 4 course dinner prepared by hotel’s chef from locally sourced ingredients
DAY 3 :
7.00 - 8.30 am - Revitalising Yoga
9.00 am - Breakfast buffet style
10.00 am Guided full - day snowshoeing with mountain guide (packed lunch)
15.00/16.00 pm - Return back to hotel
17.30 pm - Restorative/Yin Yoga
19.00 pm - Dinner - 4 course dinner prepared by hotel’s chef from locally sourced ingredients
DAY 4:
7.00 - 8.00 am - Revitalising Vinyasa Yoga
8.30 am - Breakfast buffet style
10.00 am - 12.30 pm - Cross - country skiing, alpine skiing or walk to a mountain hut for lunch (approx. 1.5 h walk)
12.30 pm - Lunch independently or at mountain hut
13.30 pm - Free time - carry on skiing, spa experience in the hotel’s cosy wellness centre (included in the price), book a relaxing/holistic massage or Bowtech session (extra costs)
19.00 pm - Dinner - 4 course dinner prepared by hotel’s chef from locally sourced ingredients
20.30/21.00 pm - Yoga Nidra/Sound bath, Cocoa Ceremony/Ecstatic dance - Closing ceremony
DAY 5:
From 7.00 am - Breakfast buffet style
9.00 am - Check out and transfers to Aosta bus station