A Luxurious Week of Renewal

In the Heart of French Wine Country

BORDEAUX, FRANCE

July 4 - 10th, 2026

Join us for a transformative week of yoga immersion and elemental connection in the breathtaking Bordeaux Wine Region.

This isn't just a retreat—It's a journey home to yourself.

Go inward with daily yoga, hands-on creativity workshops, local wine country exploration, ample time for rest, and enriching community connections.

Throughout the week, we'll embrace the five elements as our guide—earth, water, fire, air, and space—to align our inner rhythms with nature's cycles, using the backdrop of France's ancient winemaking traditions as living metaphors for transformation.

DAILY YOGA • CREATIVITY • SOUNDBATH • WINERY VISITS • LOCAL EXPLORATIONS • ENRICHING COMMUNITY


DATES:
SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026

COST:
STARTING AT $ 4,380

WHERE:  
CHATEAU LA FLEUR DE BOUARD
POMEROL / ST EMILION , FRANCE



Why Bordeaux?


The Bordeaux wine region isn't just about wine—

It's about understanding how all elements must work in harmony to create something extraordinary.

Here, vignerons have understood for centuries what yogis know: that transformation requires the perfect balance of earth (terroir), water (rainfall), fire (sunshine), air (wind patterns), and space (time for aging).

This ancient wisdom lives in every vine, every bottle, every sunset over these rolling hills.

Your days will unfold with intention and balance:


  • Energizing morning practices to awaken your body and mind

  • Restorative afternoon sessions to integrate and restore

  • Creative workshops that invite you to explore the elements through your hands and heart.

Each element becomes not just a concept to understand, but a lived experience in your body, breath, and creative expression.

This is yoga as transformation, practiced through movement, stillness, and art.

"In every atom of creation, all five elements dance together.
To know this is to know the secret of life itself."

ENERGIZING MORNING FLOW + FORM

Start each day with an uplifting Flow & Form® practice that awakens your entire being..

Expect creative, precisely instructed sequences that build heat, deepen breath, refine form, and leave you feeling both grounded and expansive.

EASING-IN AFTERNOON PRACTICES

After your day's adventures, ease into restorative yin-style practices that balance morning's activation.

Through gentle yoga sequences, alignment workshops, and guided meditation, you'll have space to integrate new insights and learn practical techniques for resetting your nervous system

CREATIVITY WORKSHOPS + SOUND BATH

Move beyond the mat and into hands-on creation with two elemental art workshops and a transformative sound healing experience.

Working with natural materials and guided by art therapy principles, you'll discover new dimensions of the elements—and yourself—through creative expression.

This retreat isn't about ticking tourist boxes:


It's about experiencing Bordeaux the way locals do.

As your guide who grew up in these vineyards, I'll introduce you to the vignerons I've known since childhood, the hidden riverside spots where we spent summer afternoons, and the authentic rhythms of wine country life.

Between practices, you'll have plenty of time to simply BE—lounging by the pool, cycling through sun-dappled vineyards, or gathering around the dinner table with new friends who feel like old souls.

Your days will be peppered with...

  • Wine Country Immersion
    Private tastings and vineyard walks with local vintners

  • Cultural Exploration
    Medieval Saint-Émilion village discovery

  • River Experiences
    Picnic by the water, connecting with the water element

  • Spa Time
    Heated pool, sauna, and jacuzzi for ultimate relaxation, plus optional massage

  • Electric Bike Adventures
    Explore vineyards sustainably

  • Authentic Cuisine
    Farm-to-table meals with local ingredients

This retreat is perfect for you if:


  • You want to deepen your practice on and off the mat with experienced guidance in an immersive setting featuring daily yoga, meditation, breathwork, wisdom teachings, and creative workshops

  • You're drawn to an intimate, boutique experience with like-minded women seeking authentic transformation

  • You want to explore off the beaten path with a local guide who has deep connections to the land and culture

  • You're curious about the Bordeaux wine region and want to understand its winemaking traditions and culinary heritage

  • You value authentic experiences and prefer to support locally-owned businesses

  • You're ready to slow down, go inward, and return home with practices you can integrate into daily life

Château La Fleur De Bouard: Where Rustic Charm Meets Modern Comfort


Imagine waking to birdsong, enjoying breakfast by your private heated pool, surrounded by the vibrant greens of Bordeaux's famous vineyards...

Nestled in Néac, just 7 km from the historic town of Saint-Émilion, Château La Fleur De Bouard offers an unforgettable experience where authentic luxury blends with the rustic charm of southwestern France.

Between warm blonde stone walls and modern amenities, you'll spend magical nights in the heart of award-winning vineyards.

Perfectly located:

  • 40 minutes from Bordeaux (BOD) Airport

  • 10 minutes from medieval Saint-Émilion

  • Walking distance to classified vineyards

Our retreat sanctuary includes:

  • Heated swimming pool with vineyard views

  • Sauna and jacuzzi for deep relaxation

  • Electric bikes for sustainable exploration

  • Spacious common areas opening to gardens and vineyards

  • Air-conditioned bedrooms with private bathrooms


Your Rooms

Premium Double

Double Occupancy
1 Queen + 1 King | Ensuite Bathroom with Tub

PRICE: $4,380* / person
*including $300 discount, price increases on November 26th

Spacious room with a queen bed plus a mezzanine area with two singles (to be arranged as a king bed). Private bathroom with tub and direct terrace access to vineyards. Perfect for friends wanting to share while maintaining privacy.

Availability:
1 Room

BOOK YOUR PREMIUM DOUBLE ROOM

Standard Room

Single Occupancy
1 Queen + Ensuite Bath

PRICE: $4,960* / person

*including $300 discount, price increases on November 26th

Luminous, spacious room with queen bed and private ensuite bathroom (shower). Recently renovated with air conditioning. Perfect for solo travelers seeking privacy.

Availability:
4 Rooms
2 Rooms LEFT

Option to "bring a friend along": Each of the 3 Standard Rooms includes a single bed that can accommodate a friend. Pricing is $7,690 for two.

BOOK YOUR STANDARD ROOM

Standard Room Plus

Single Occupancy
1 Queen + Ensuite Bath with Bath

PRICE: $5,120* / person
*including $300 discount, price increases on November 26th

Everything in the Standard Room, plus a luxurious bathtub in your private bathroom. Ideal for those who love a relaxing soak after yoga practice.

Availability:
3 Rooms
0 Room LEFT

BOOK YOUR STANDARD ROOM PLUS

Nourishing Cuisine


Healthful, locally-sourced food* is integral to your retreat experience. Our meals are delicious and straightforward, prepared with fresh ingredients from local markets by our private chef.

What to expect:

  • Morning: Hearty brunch after yoga practice

  • Midday: Light meals on-site or during excursions

  • Evening: Gourmet dinners at the villa and select restaurants

*Following yogic tradition, our villa meals are primarily vegetarian, creating consistency with our practice. Brunch offers a diverse range of options, and you're free to choose from our full menus during your restaurant visit. All dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated.

Saturday, July 4th, 2026

  • 3PM: Arrival and check-in

  • 4PM: Light Yoga Session + Welcome Circle

  • 6PM: Early Dinner

Sunday, July 5th, 2026

  • 08AM - 10 AM: Yoga

  • 11 AM - 12 PM: Brunch

  • 12 PM - 04 PM: Free Time & Relaxation

  • 04PM - 06 PM: Yoga + Art Therapy

  • 06 PM:  Winery Tour & Wine Tasting

  • 07 PM: Diner On Site

Monday, July 6th, 2026

  • 08AM - 10 AM:  Yoga

  • 11 AM - 12 PM: Brunch

  • 12 PM - 04 PM: Visit of St Emilion + Free Time

  • 04PM - 06 PM:  Yoga

  • 06 PM: Apéro

  • 07 PM: Diner + Fire Pit

Tuesday, July 7th, 2026

  • 08AM - 10 AM:  Yoga

  • 11 AM - 12PM: Brunch 

  • 12 PM - 04 PM: Excursion/ Free Time

  • 04PM - 05 PM:  Sound Bath

  • 06 PM:  Apéro

  • 07 PM: Diner Outside

Wednesday, July 8th, 2026

  • 08AM - 10 AM: Yoga

  • 11 AM - 12 PM: Brunch

  • 12 PM - 4 PM: Excursion to the Dordogne River

  • 04PM - 06 PM:  Yoga

  • 06 PM:  Apéro

  • 07 PM: Diner + Pool Party

Thursday July 9th, 2026

  • 08AM - 10 AM: Yoga

  • 11 AM - 12 PM: Brunch

  • 12 PM - 03 PM: Free Time

  • 03PM - 05 PM: Yoga + Art Therapy

  • 06 PM: Apéro + Exchange of experiences 

  • 07 PM: Diner Outside


Hello! I'm Hélène

I'm a 500-hour registered yoga instructor with over 12 years of practice and training in yoga and meditation.

"I was born and raised in this region, surrounded by vineyards, nourishing food, and deep connections to the land. As a child, I spent countless hours running through my grandparents' vineyards. During my teenage summers, I worked among the vines, learned to care for them, and yes—even drove a tractor!

This was long before my finance career, before New York City, before I discovered yoga. Yet walking through these family vineyards in the quiet morning hours gave me my first true yogic experience—that profound feeling of union and boundless connection.

This retreat brings together the best of both worlds: the ancient yogic wisdom that connects you to your highest self, and the rich cultural heritage of one of the world's most treasured wine regions, experienced through all five senses."

ABOUT ME

What Last Year Retreaters Are Saying:


"This yoga and wine retreat in Bordeaux was so much more than expected. As a beginner, I felt completely at ease thanks to Helene's thoughtful, encouraging approach. Set in peaceful Montagne village among vineyards, we enjoyed a perfect balance of yoga, meditation, local cuisine, and wine education. The small group created intimate connections—we left as friends. Truly restorative and unforgettable!"

-Sheila De Paula

"I'm so happy I accepted the invitation to Helene's Bordeaux retreat! Being out of yoga practice, Helene made me comfortable from day one, tailoring classes to each participant's needs with patience and encouragement. The boutique vineyard setting and visits to châteaux and St. Emilion were incredible, but my favorite part was the immediate sense of community with our group. I wholeheartedly recommend this retreat."

-Jennifer Dwoskin

"Helene's Bordeaux yoga retreat exceeded my expectations in every way. From daily intensive yoga sessions to curated wine experiences, it was a perfect immersion into French culture. Helene leads by example, meets people where they are, and is incredibly flexible. This trip created a perfect experience I'll cherish for years to come."

-Lisa Koenig

More Reviews

All The Details & FAQs:

What's Included:

  • 6 nights luxury accommodation with private bathroom

  • All villa amenities (pool, sauna, jacuzzi, bikes, laundry room & kitchen, common spaces etc.)

  • Daily brunch and four gourmet dinners served at the retreat house

  • Welcome reception with local wines

  • Twice-daily yoga and meditation classes

  • Winery visits with private tastings

  • Evening sound bath

  • Two art therapy and creativity workshops

  • Transportation for all scheduled activities

  • Professional guidance throughout

What's Not Included:

  • Airfare to Bordeaux

  • Airport/train transfers (assistance arranging available)

  • Spa treatments

  • Personal expenses

To secure your spot, please follow the 3 simple steps:

  • Select your room

  • Submit a $1,500 deposit through this website

  • Sign retreat contract accepting the cancellation policy and important terms related to the retreat

  • Fill the retreat attendance form with your personal information and sharing about your expectations.

Important: Deposits are non-refundable. Travel insurance is strongly recommended and should be purchased within 14 to 21 days of your deposit. Please refer to the retreat contract for the full cancellation policy.

Payment Plan:

  • $1,500 deposit to reserve your space

  • Final Payment Due Date: April 4th, 2026

Important: Deposits are non-refundable. Travel insurance is strongly recommended and should be purchased within 14 to 21 days of your deposit. Please refer to the retreat contract for the full cancellation policy.

Fly into Bordeaux (BOD) airport. From there, rent a car or arrange private transfer through our partner companies.

Alternative: Take the train from Paris to Libourne.

  • Yoga mats and props provided

  • Bathing suit for pool and spa

  • Layers for weather changes

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • European plug adapters

  • Journal for reflections

Absolutely! We partner with VeronicTravel to help you explore more of France before or after the retreat.

Please review our complete cancellation policy in the retreat contract. Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment.

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