7 Day Italian Cooking, Tour and Yoga Holiday in Puglia, Italy

In southern Italy, wellness might just begin with morning yoga—and end with handmade pasta around the table. Surrounded by nature just a few kilometers from the Adriatic coast, this six-night retreat in the heart of Puglia brings together two of Italy’s simplest pleasures: moving well and eating beautifully. Mornings begin with Hatha yoga, setting an unhurried rhythm for days centered around food, culture, and the traditions of southern Italy. In hands-on cooking classes led by local village women, you’ll discover the techniques behind Puglian and Mediterranean cooking, working with vegetables, herbs, spices, and regional ingredients to prepare dishes meant to be shared. Fresh pasta takes center stage as you learn to shape local favorites such as cavatelli and Puglia’s signature orecchiette. Lunch becomes part of the experience itself, enjoyed after the cooking class, while daily breakfasts and dinners make gathering around the table a natural part of retreat life. Beyond the kitchen and yoga mat, culinary, cultural, and nature excursions offer another way to experience Puglia—connecting the recipes you prepare with the landscapes, people, and traditions that have shaped them. This is less about following a strict wellness program and more about embracing a Mediterranean way of living: move in the morning, cook with your hands, eat together, explore slowly, and enjoy the pleasure of being exactly where you are. **Best suited for:** Food lovers, yoga enthusiasts, solo travelers, couples, and culturally curious wellness seekers who want to experience southern Italy through hands-on cooking, local traditions, gentle movement, nature, and the joy of gathering around the table.