Europe
Croatia
Istria
Pula
Europe Croatia Istria Pula
Rest in Wonder
The Rest in Wonder retreat is held at Cave Romana Pula, a one-of-a-kind setting within a 2,000-year-old Roman quarry, just 10 minutes from Pula’s amphitheatre. Surrounded by olive groves and stone walls, the property offers accommodation for up to 12 guests across two apartments and a private annexe, with air-conditioned king-size rooms, shaded outdoor areas, and a private solar heated stone pool.
Each day includes yoga practices by the pool, guided meditation, sound baths, and nourishing shared meals featuring seasonal Istrian food and local wines.
Evenings unfold slowly — sometimes in stillness, sometimes through simple creative rituals such as wine & clay, inviting expression without pressure. Guests can also enjoy optional experiences such as visits to the Brijuni Islands, cycling through vineyard landscapes, or simply taking time to rest and recharge.
This retreat is ideal for anyone seeking a well-balanced blend of yoga, nature, good food, and quiet time in a truly unique Istrian location.
Experience Details
20 - 27 June 2026
Next Dates
Duration
7 nights
Pricing
€999 - €2,299
Practice in peace
• Ancient Sanctuary: Sleep in 3 self-contained stone residences (12 guests max) carved from a 2,000-year-old Roman quarry, featuring air-conditioned king suites, libraries, and shaded terraces.
• Immersive Practice: Dawn vinyasa on poolside patios, forest meditations amid quarry gardens.
• Authentic Amenities: Private heated stone pool, farm-to-table truffle feasts, stargazing sound baths, and al fresco dinners in a souk-style courtyard.
• Prime Location: 10 minutes from Pula’s amphitheatre and Veruda’s beaches, nestled in olive groves with total seclusion.
Retreat Features
Food & Drink
• Istrian Farm-to-Table Feasts: Chef-curated vegetarian Mediterranean dishes—sourced daily from local farms, vineyards, and Veruda’s coastal waters.
• Hyperlocal Indulgence: Malvazija wine tastings, foraged herb gardens, and olive oil pressed from the ancient groves. Dietary needs seamlessly accommodated.
• Ambient Dining: Al fresco dinners in the souk-style courtyard, sunset aperitifs on shaded terraces, and picnic lunches during Brijuni Island excursions.
• Roman & Venetian Legacy: Guided tours of Pula’s 1st-century amphitheatre (10 mins away), Roman mosaics, and hilltop villages like Motovun—where Venetian fortresses overlook truffle-rich forests.
• Brijuni Archipelago Excursions: UNESCO-listed island park with safari routes past dinosaur footprints, Byzantine ruins, and Tito’s exotic wildlife sanctuary.
• Living History: Cycle Istria’s kažun trails past stone farmsteads, join olive harvests, and sip rakija with local bura wind storytellers in hidden konobas.
Cultural Immersion
• Intentional Flow: Pre-dawn bura wind walks through quarry gardens, followed by heated stone pool dips before sunrise vinyasa. Midday siestas in olive-shaded hammocks or guided journaling in Roman-era libraries.
• Sacred Transitions: Afternoon foraging excursions for wild asparagus, sunset rakija ceremonies on terraces facing Veruda Bay, and moonlit sound baths in the annexe courtyard.
• Unstructured Magic: Flexible windows for solo contemplation in ancient quarry caves, spontaneous konoba visits with local winemakers, or silent swims in Pula’s turquoise coves.
Daily Rhythm
Itinerary
Day One: Arrival & Grounding
You arrive slowly, leaving the outside world behind.
From 16:00
Arrival at the retreat space. Tea, coffee, and light snacks await you as you unpack, breathe, and settle in.
17:30
Opening circle — we meet, share, and set intentions for the days ahead.
18:00–19:00
Grounding Yoga. A steady practice to arrive fully in your body.
19:00
Dinner. Simple, nourishing, shared.
Day Two: Breathe & Ease
Nothing to achieve today. Just space to soften.
07:00
Morning tea, coffee, homemade granola, fresh fruit, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Dharma Yoga — slow, precise, breath-led. We build stability and ease from the inside out.
10:30
Brunch.
The afternoon is open. Rest by the pool, journal, swim, or do nothing at all.
Optional massage treatments are available for those who wish to deepen relaxation (additional cost).
Light snacks are served around 16:00.
18:00–19:00
Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra — long holds, deep rest, and guided surrender.
19:00
Dinner.
Day Three: Movement & Nature
We step beyond the retreat walls.
07:00
Tea, coffee, homemade granola, fruit, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Vinyasa Flow — fluid, grounding, energising.
10:30
Brunch.
11:30–18:00
Excursion to Brijuni Island.
Time for swimming, walking, beach yoga, or quiet presence in nature.
19:00
Dinner.
Day Four: Heart & Sound
A softer day. A listening day.
07:00
Tea, coffee, homemade granola, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Heart-focused Dharma Yoga — opening the chest, steadying the breath, cultivating presence.
10:30
Brunch.
Free time for rest, reflection, or stillness.
Light snacks available mid-afternoon.
18:00–19:00
Pranayama, Meditation & Sound Bath — breath, silence, and vibration guiding you inward.
19:00
Dinner.
Day Seven: Integration
The week settles. What has moved begins to take form.
07:00
Tea, coffee, homemade granola, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Dharma Yoga — a grounding, integrative practice that invites reflection, softness, and presence.
10:30
Brunch.
The afternoon remains open.
Time to rest, swim, journal, or simply be with what is already here.
Optional massage treatments available (additional cost).
Light snacks served mid-afternoon.
18:00–19:30
Wine & Clay with Nada
An evening of simple creation and quiet joy. With a glass of local wine, we gather for a gentle clay-shaping session guided by Nada — not as an art class, but as a tactile meditation.
No skill required. Just hands, earth, and curiosity.
19:30
Dinner.
Day Five: Playfulness & Pleasure
Joy is part of the practice.
07:00
Tea, coffee, homemade granola, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Vinyasa Flow — playful, curious, light-hearted.
10:30
Brunch.
Free time.
15:00–18:00
A visit to a local Istrian winery.
Tasting, laughter, and a slower rhythm.
19:00
Dinner in a traditional konoba.
Day Eight — The Return
Nothing to add. Nothing to rush.
06:30
Optional sunrise meditation.
07:30
Breakfast.
09:00
Final closing circle.
10:30
Check-out and departures.
“One week after departure, you'll receive our Integration Guide — a curated collection of home practices, recipes from the retreat kitchen, and a personal note from us.”
Day Six: Stillness & Spaciousness
A pause within the week. Nothing new to learn — only space to feel.
07:00
Tea, coffee, homemade granola, fresh fruit, and snacks.
08:00–09:30
Gentle Dharma & Restorative Flow — slow transitions, long breaths, attention turned inward.
10:30
Brunch.
The afternoon unfolds gently.
Time for rest, swimming, journaling, walks through olive groves, or quiet solitude.
Optional massage treatments available (additional cost).
Light snacks served mid-afternoon.
18:00–19:00
Meditation & Sound — a soft closing of the day through breath, stillness, and vibration.
19:00
Dinner.
Gentle Note on Flow: Our schedule is designed to move slowly and intentionally. Please note that the program may shift slightly in response to weather conditions, local excursions, or the natural rhythm of the group — always with your comfort and experience in mind.
Your experience
• Accommodation in the stone residences
• All meals — farm-to-table cuisine featuring Istrian specialties.
• Daily yoga
• Meditation sessions
• Sound Bathing
• Pula Airport transfers
• Use of facilities (pool, etc.)
• Wine & Clay with Nada
Inclusions
• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Optional activities
• Additional massage and treatments
• Excursions (Brijuni Island, winery visits, etc.)
• Alcoholic beverages
Exclusions
Quick Questions
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Accommodation in the stone residences
All meals — farm-to-table cuisine featuring Istrian specialties.
Daily yoga and meditation sessions
Pula airport transfers
Use of facilities (pool, etc.)
Wine & Clay with Nada -
Our teachers offer modifications for every pose — from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. We assess comfort levels on Day One and adjust throughout the week.
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Use the secure online booking and checkout or send us a message. We have flexible payment options available. Just ask.
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Life happens, and we want you to book with peace of mind. Should your plans need to change, here is how we handle cancellations:
Full refund available for cancellations made 60+ days prior to arrival
50% refund for cancellations made 30–59 days before the retreat begins
Refunds cannot be provided for cancellations within 30 days of the start date -
We can take care of everything from when you arrive.
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Whatever you feel comfortable in. Something for practice, for relaxing, for exploring oh and swimwear of course.
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Come as you are :)
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Yes and during if required.
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If you wish. However we have carefully crafted a bespoke experience, so why not relax and let go.
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Yes. Pick up and drop off from the Airport is taken care of and we can drop you off intown too if you fancy a vino tinto.
