Program
• 7 nights in a 17th Century French Chateau
• Fresh, delicious, healthy meals prepared by a French chef
• Day trip to Font de Gaume Prehistoric Caves
• Transformative morning and evening Kaiut yoga
• Outdoor, heated, salt water pool
• Walking and seated meditations
• One hour massage
• Excursions to local markets and castles
Accommodation & Rates
self-investment:
$2,200 if paid in full before April 1, 2021
$2,400 after April 1, 2021
(total payments due by September 1, 2021)
SOLD OUT!
Prices are for solo double beds. Add $100 for a shared King per person (priority will be given to couples).
tax & Gratuity included.
Retreat pricing includes:
~Transport to and from the retreat to Bergerac Airport.
~7 nights in a 17th Century French Chateau, includes robes, slippers, and french toiletries in traditional French style rooms.
~A welcome wine gathering upon arrival.
~2 x per day Kaiut Yoga with Tucker Shelton.
~Farm to table Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner prepared by our own French Chef with biodynamically grown foods.
~A 1 hour massage (tip included).
~Day trip to the incredible Font de Gaume Prehistoric Caves.
~Wine tasting at the villa.
~Kayaking or canoeing on the Dordogne River (weather permitting) with picnic lunch.
~Walk to one of the local wineries with a picnic lunch.
~Silent mindful walking/hike meditation—Bardouly sits on 100 acres of protected forest including a rare bird sanctuary.
~Day trip to local markets and castles.
Price does not include:
~Airfare to France.
~Meals out or unscheduled activities.
~Spending money, alcohol, shopping, etc.
~Rental car, should you like to have one.
Hold your space with a $600 deposit
First Payment: $900 due by March 1st, 2021
Final Payment: $900 due by June 1st, 2021
All payments are non-refundable unless a replacement participant can be found to take your space.
Rooms
All rooms are ensuite.
all Rooms are two double beds or one king bed.
Chateau Bardouly has 11 unique, traditional French style bedrooms with choice of shared king beds or separate double beds. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, complete shower and/or bathtub.
This luxury retreat center accommodates up to 20 people. Property features indoor and outdoor dining areas, heated pool, tennis courts, various game activities, walking trails, indoor heated yoga room and outdoor yoga deck.
Every detail -- from the local French soaps to the Egyptian Cotton linens -- is designed for comfort, luxury and relaxation.
Signup
Payment methods - cash, check, Venmo, PayPal, or credit card.
If paying through Venmo, PayPal, or credit card an additional 4% fee must be added.
For more information and to signup email or call Danielle Podlesny.
| dpmunchkinminders@gmail.com | (760) 494-8764 |
Prepare for your retreat
Make sure you have a passport with an expiration date at least 6 months from your departure date.
You must be vaccinated in order to attend this retreat! Fully vaccinated travelers are allowed to visit France as of June 9th. As of July 20th, 2020, masks or cloth face coverings are mandatory in all enclosed public spaces in France, including restaurants and cafes, cinemas, museums, and other indoor areas. You must also have a negative COVID PCR test within 72 hours of your flight departure time. Proof of test and vaccination will be required to travel.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Bardouly has yoga mats and props. Feel free to bring your own mat if you wish. You will certainly want yoga clothes, pool wear, and good walking shoes. Laundry service is available twice per week for €20/bag (not included), so there’s no need to overpack.
Additional items to consider:
Journal and writing utensil
Books for joy reading
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hats/visors
Bathing suit
Warm layers for cool evenings and brisk mornings
In France the power plugs and sockets are of type E and F. The standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.
Shampoo, conditioner & soap are provided in the room, but you can bring your own.
Cash for shopping and meals out as desired.
Airport Transfers
The Chateau Bardouly is 25 km from Bergerac Airport. They will provide all transfers to and from. Price of transfers is included in retreat payment.
Be sure to book a flight that arrives by 3 PM on the 9th. Also consider booking your departure flight in the late afternoon on the 16th so you have time to practice yoga and enjoy breakfast at the chateau.
You may prefer to fly in to Paris, rent a car, and see the country on your way to the retreat. Just let us know your travel plans, and we will accommodate you.
If your flight is delayed or canceled send an email to dpmunchkinminders@gmail.com. Drivers will be monitoring your flights by flight number as well
Resort Contact
Address: 24500 Saint-Aubin-de-Cadelech, France
Latitude: 44.691417 | Longitude: 0.489793
Main Phone: +44 (0) 7776 227 114
Email: legoater@btinternet.com
Additional Considerations
Check with your cell phone provider about a travel plan.
Travel is possible with vaccination, bring your vaccination card to the airport for proof. You will need to show a negative PCR test before traveling each way. Tests will be provided at the Chateau for those who need them before traveling home. You are responsible for making sure you can travel under these guidelines.
Notify your bank/credit card of travel dates & location. You can exchange your money at the airport or use a well-known bank ATM in town if needed.
Please save instructor info in your contacts.
Tucker | (828) 691-9239 | info@tuckeryoga.com
Schedule
Saturday (Arrival) - Day 1
-Check-in starts at 4:00 PM
-Welcome circle + yoga 6:00-7:00 PM
-Welcome wine + dinner 7:30 PM
Sunday - Day 2
-Coffee, tea + fruit 7:00 AM
-Morning yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
-Breakfast 9:30 AM
-Free time/Massages 10:15 AM-1:45 PM
-Lunch 1:45 PM
-Free time/Massages 2:30-6:00 PM
-Evening yoga 5:30-6:30 PM
-Dinner 7:30 PM
Monday - Day 3
-Coffee, tea + fruit 7:00 AM
-Morning yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
-Breakfast 9:30 AM
-Canoeing the Dordogne + picnic 11:00 AM
-Evening yoga 4:45-5:45 PM (time permits)
-Wine tasting at the Chateau 6:00-7:00 PM
-Dinner 7:30 PM
Tuesday - Day 4
-Coffee, tea + fruit 7:00 AM
-Morning yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
-Breakfast 9:30 AM
-Free time/Massages 10:15 AM-1:45 PM
-Lunch 1:45 PM
-Free time/Massages 2:30-5:30 PM
-Evening yoga 5:30-6:30 PM
-Dinner 7:30 PM
Wednesday (opt. early yoga) - Day 5
-Optional early yoga 6:00-7:00 AM
-Breakfast 7:30-8:30 AM
-Sightseeing Markets/Castles 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
-Dinner 7:30 PM
Thursday (opt. early yoga) - Day 6
-Optional early yoga 6:00-7:00 AM
-Breakfast 7:00-8:00 AM
-Font de Gaume Prehistoric Caves 9:30 AM
-Lunch out on the town
-Evening yoga 5:30-6:30 PM
-Dinner out on the town 7:30 PM
Friday - Day 7
-Coffee, tea + fruit 7:00 AM
-Morning yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
-Breakfast 9:30 AM
-Free time/Massages 10:15 AM-1:30 PM
-Lunch 1:30 PM
-Silent walking meditation 2:30 PM
-Free time, pack, massages 2:30-6:00 PM
-Evening yoga 5:30-6:30 PM
-Closing ceremony 6:30 PM
-Dinner 7:30 PM.
Saturday (Departure) - Day 8
-Coffee, tea + fruit 6:30 AM
-Yoga + closing circle 7:00-8:15 AM
-Breakfast 8:15 AM
-Check out + airport transfers 10:00 AM
*Free Time activities can be whatever you choose—relaxation, pool time, getting to know your retreat mates, and exploring your surroundings. All excursions are optional, and you are welcome to take more. The schedule is still in process right now, but the itinerary will be updated as events settle.