Mindfulness Retreat in Provence, France | Back to Being
"Less rushing, more living. Less doing, more being"
Back to Being
France Retreat at a Glance:
. 4 days in the beautiful French countryside
. Chef-prepared meals enjoyed together around the table
. A guided hike through the Provençal countryside
. Yoga, mindful movement and breathwork
. A wine tasting to savour the flavours of the region
. Guided sharing circles and meaningful conversations
. Relaxing massage
A Slower Rhythm in Provence
There is something about the French countryside that invites you to slow down. The rolling landscape, the olive trees, the warm stone buildings and the unhurried rhythm of life create a beautiful setting to step away from your usual routine.
We chose this place in the heart of the Alpilles because it offers both privacy and space to come together. A peaceful home away from home, surrounded by nature, where we can practise, share meals, spend time outdoors and enjoy the simple pleasure of being together.
For a few days, the usual noise can take a back seat. There is nowhere else you need to be and nothing you need to keep up with. Just space to breathe, settle in and experience a different rhythm of life.
Back to Being - Exactly as You Are
How often do you pause to ask yourself what it actually feels like to be you? To live in your body, experience your thoughts and emotions, and take an honest look at the life you’re living?
During Back to Being, we create space to explore these questions without pressure to find the right answers. Through breathwork, mindful movement, reflection and sharing circles, you are invited to become more aware of who you are today, what you appreciate about your life and what might be asking for more attention.
This is not about fixing yourself or becoming a better version of who you are. It starts with learning to meet yourself where you are, with a little more honesty, curiosity and acceptance. From there, you can explore what you want to nurture, change or create as you move forward.
Connection That Feels Like Coming Home
Imagine sitting around a long table, sharing a delicious meal, laughing together and finding yourself in conversations that go a little deeper than the usual small talk. People who were strangers when they arrived begin to feel familiar. There is room to listen, to share, to be curious and to feel part of something.
In a world where so much of our contact happens through screens and busy schedules, genuine connection can sometimes feel harder to find. Here, we make time for it. Not through forced interactions or expectations, but through shared experiences, open conversations and the simple warmth of being together.
You are welcome whether you come on your own or with someone you know. You don’t need to have a particular goal or a big life question. Sometimes, all you need is a little space, good company and the feeling of being welcomed just as you are.
What Does It Mean to Be Present?
Mindfulness isn’t only something we practise on a yoga mat. It can be found in the way we eat, walk, listen and experience the world around us.
Throughout the retreat, we’ll explore what happens when we give ordinary moments our full attention. We might enjoy a meal in silence, spend a dedicated period without our phones, walk barefoot in nature or make space for a quiet morning without conversation.
We’ll also head into the Provençal countryside for a hike, taste local wine and enjoy time around the table. Some moments invite stillness and reflection; others are simply about having fun and enjoying life.
You don’t need to be good at meditation or have previous experience with mindfulness. Everything is an invitation to notice, experience and discover something for yourself.
Pricing & Inclusions
– The list below is included in all room options –
Accommodation & Nourishment
. Shared group transfers to and from Marseille Airport
. 3 Nights/ 4 Days in a carefully selected Provençal estate
. Chef-prepared meals throughout the retreat
. Time to enjoy shared meals and relaxed evenings together
Mindfulness & Personal Exploration
. Guided yoga and mindful movement sessions
. Breathwork and guided practices
. Sharing circles and meaningful conversations
. Dedicated moments of silence and phone-free time
. Mindful eating and sensory experiences
Nature & Provençal Experiences
. A guided hike through the beautiful Provençal countryside
. A wine tasting to experience and savour local flavours
. Time to enjoy the estate, its garden and outdoor swimming pools
Relaxation & Thoughtful Details
. One relaxing massage
. A welcome goodie bag with thoughtful self-care items
. Personal guidance and support throughout the retreat
. A small-group experience designed to encourage genuine connection
Not included: Flights to and from France, travel insurance and personal expenses.
Your Investment
Choose the accommodation option that feels right for you. Both options include the complete retreat programme, meals, experiences and transfers.
The only difference is whether you have your own room or share with another participant.
▸ Shared Room: €1,395 Euro
Early-Bird Price: €1,295 Euro
▸ Private Room: €1,895 Euro
Early-Bird Price: €1,795 Euro
Save €100 when you book by 31 December 2026.
What we offer:
. Reserve Your Spot: Secure your place with a €500 deposit.
. Flexible Payment Options: Choose a plan that fits your budget.
. Share and Save: Book a room together and enjoy lower per-person rates compared to booking separately.
🤍 Returning Guests: If you’ve joined one of our retreats before, enjoy an additional 10% discount on any of the above prices!
Your Home in Provence
Our retreat takes place at a beautiful, traditional Provençal estate in the Alpilles, close to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Surrounded by olive trees, greenery and the characteristic landscape of southern France, it offers a peaceful setting away from the demands of everyday life.
The property combines the character of a traditional French country home with comfortable accommodation, outdoor spaces and a dedicated room for yoga, movement and group sessions. There is room to come together as a group, as well as space to retreat into your own quiet moments.
We wanted a place that feels personal rather than like a large hotel. Somewhere we can share meals, spend time in nature, practise together and enjoy the simple pleasure of being somewhere beautiful, with no need to rush from one thing to the next.
For these four days, this will be our shared home in Provence.
Private Retreat Room:
Your own space to unwind, recharge and feel at home.
The private room is ideal if you value your own space and would love to experience the retreat while having a place that is entirely yours to return to. You can be as social or as quiet as you feel, finding your own rhythm throughout these four days.
A beautiful option for giving yourself the time and attention you deserve, without having to share your personal space.
Shared Retreat Room:
A shared stay, with more room for connection.
Sharing a room can be a natural way to connect, get to know someone new and feel part of the group from the very beginning. And with the beautiful Provençal countryside as your backdrop, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy both shared moments and time to yourself.
It’s a wonderful option if you’d like to experience everything Back to Being has to offer while choosing a more accessible price.
Your Facilitators
Liza Maria – Founder & Lead Facilitator
Liza has been guiding people through yoga, self-exploration and meaningful connection for over a decade. As the founder of Your Soul Treats, she has been hosting international retreats since 2018, creating spaces where people can slow down, feel at ease with themselves and connect with others beyond the usual small talk.
During Back to Being, Liza guides Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, mindfulness practices and sharing circles that invite you to pause, reflect and explore what truly matters to you. She also brings Authentic Relating into the retreat: a practice of being present with one another, listening with curiosity and expressing yourself honestly. Through simple, guided exercises, it creates opportunities to move beyond surface-level conversations and experience more genuine connection.
With over 500 hours of certified yoga teacher training, 100 hours of Ayurveda training and a background in pranayama and meditation, Liza brings both experience and a grounded, personal approach to her work. Her intention is to create an environment where you can show up as you are, feel part of the group and make space for new perspectives – without pressure to become someone else.
Maylu – Yin & somatic facilitator
Maylu brings a gentle, embodied approach to Back to Being, helping you shift your attention away from the constant activity of the mind and reconnect with what you feel in the present moment. Specialising in Yin Yoga and drawing on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, she combines mindful movement, stillness and somatic practices to help you develop a deeper awareness of your body.
Throughout the retreat, Maylu guides Yin Yoga sessions, embodied movement and mindful walks that invite you to slow down and experience your surroundings with fresh attention. Whether through the subtle sensations of a yoga pose, the rhythm of your breath or the feeling of walking through the Provençal countryside, her sessions offer space to listen inwardly and reconnect with the simple experience of being alive.
With experience facilitating somatic workshops and nature-based retreats, Maylu brings a calm, attentive presence to the group. Her approach complements Liza’s work beautifully, balancing reflection and conversation with movement, sensory awareness and moments of quiet connection with yourself and the natural world.
Is Back to Being for You?
This retreat is for men and women who feel the value of slowing down, being more present and making room for genuine connection.
Perhaps your days are full of work, responsibilities, messages and things that always need to be done. Perhaps you feel ready for a little breathing room, want to meet new people or simply miss having conversations that leave you feeling seen and understood.
You might be at a point in life where you’re questioning your direction, exploring what matters to you or wondering what you want the next chapter to look like. Or perhaps your life is good, but you feel the need to step away from the usual rhythm and experience it more consciously.
You don’t need to arrive with a plan, a problem to solve or a particular outcome in mind.
Come if you want to reconnect with yourself, enjoy the company of like-minded people, spend time in nature and remember how good it can feel to be fully present in your own life.
Whether you leave with new friendships, fresh perspectives, a quieter mind or simply a collection of beautiful memories, there is no single way this experience has to look.
Four Days to Come Back to Yourself
One beautiful place. A small group of people. Time to slow down, connect, reflect, laugh and enjoy the present moment.
From quiet mornings and mindful practices to long meals, wine tasting and conversations that stay with you, Back to Being is an invitation to step out of your everyday routine and make space for what often gets overlooked.
Not to become someone new, but to reconnect with who you already are.
Back to Being | 13–16 May 2027 | Provence, France
Give yourself these four days. Come as you are, and leave with a little more space to live, feel and connect.
FAQ / Practical Info
1) Is Back to Being a yoga retreat or a mindfulness retreat?
Back to being brings together mindfulness, yoga, breathwork, personal reflection and genuine human connection. Alongside Hatha, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga, we’ll explore sharing circles, mindful practices, nature experiences and moments of stillness. There is also plenty of time to enjoy delicious meals, laugh together and simply experience being in Provence.
It’s not about following a strict schedule or achieving a particular result, but about making space for yourself and others.
2) Is this retreat suitable for beginners?
Yes. You don’t need previous experience with yoga, meditation, breathwork or mindfulness. The sessions are guided, and everything is an invitation rather than an obligation.
You can participate at your own pace and take the time you need throughout the retreat.
3) Is back to Being a women’s retreat?
No. Back to Being is a mixed-gender retreat, welcoming both men and women who would like to slow down, reconnect with themselves and experience meaningful connection with others in a relaxed and supportive setting.
4) What is the difference between private and shared room?
With a private room, you’ll have your own room to return to whenever you want some personal space. With a shared room, you’ll share your room with another retreat participant.
Both options include the same retreat programme, meals and experiences. Your choice simply depends on your preference for privacy and your budget.
5) Can I join the retreat on my own?
Absolutely. You are very welcome to join on your own. In fact, many people find that coming away without their usual friends or family gives them the opportunity to meet new people and experience something different.
Through shared meals, guided activities and meaningful conversations, we’ll create opportunities to connect naturally, without pressure to be anyone other than yourself.
6) What is included in the retreat price?
Your retreat price includes three nights at our Provençal estate, chef-prepared meals throughout the retreat, yoga and mindful movement, breathwork, guided practices, sharing circles, a guided hike, wine tasting, one relaxing massage and a welcome goodie bag. Shared group transfers to and from Marseille Airport are also included.
Flights, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.
7) How do the airport transfers work?
Shared group transfers to and from Marseille Airport are included in your retreat price. These are group transfers rather than private transfers, so they will be organised around the group’s travel arrangements.
Please contact us before booking your flights so we can help you coordinate your arrival and departure with the transfer schedule.
8) Where in France does the retreat take place?
Back to Being takes place at a beautiful Provençal estate in the Alpilles, close to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence in southern France.
The countryside, olive trees and traditional Provençal surroundings offer a peaceful setting for our four days together.
9) What will the food be like?
Our meals are prepared by a chef and enjoyed together throughout the retreat. Sharing food is an important part of the experience: a chance to slow down, savour what is on your plate and enjoy good company around the table.
If you have dietary requirements or allergies, please let us know when booking so we can discuss what can be accommodated.
10) What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothing for yoga and mindful movement, suitable shoes and clothing for our countryside hike, swimwear if you’d like it, and clothes for relaxing and enjoying the Provençal surroundings. We also recommend bringing a journal for personal reflections, along with any toiletries and personal items you need.
We’ll share any additional practical information with you before the retreat.
11) Will there be free time during the retreat?
Yes. Although we’ll have guided sessions and shared experiences, there will also be space to rest, enjoy the estate, spend time outdoors or simply do nothing.
Back to Being is not about filling every moment with activities. It’s about finding a more natural rhythm, with room for both connection and solitude.
12) How do I reserve my place?
Simply complete the booking form on this page with your contact details, preferred room type and a little about what draws you to Back to Being.
If you have any questions before booking, you can include them in the form. We’ll be happy to help you with the next steps.
