ATLAS ADVENTURES retreat
Explore, Restore & Connect in south-west france
SEPTEMBER 7-12, 2024
WHY TRAVEL WITH US?
Atlas Adventures prides ourselves in the following values:
WE CREATE FUN EXPERIENCES
Our carefully curated itineraries offer authentic experiences for the culturally curious. We minimize the stress of planning so you can fully immerse yourself in fun the moment you arrive!
WE FOSTER MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS
We value inclusivity and create spaces for individuals of different backgrounds to listen and learn from one another in order to build long-lasting relationships through shared love of travel.
WE EMPOWER BETTER TRAVELERS
We encourage travelers to step outside their comfort zone and explore destinations from a different perspective. Our mission is to collectively be more intentional and mindful travelers who respect the communities we are visiting, as well as the greater planet.
Still not convinced? Read the testimonials from the girls who have come on our previous trips to see what they had to say!
WHERE WE’RE STAYING
We will spend all five nights of the retreat at a lovingly restored French Manor House in the heart of rural south west France, within the historical Limousin area. The Limousin is known for its luscious landscapes, rolling hills, fields, farms, and fairy-tale forests. You can also lose yourself in beautiful old architecture, celebrated museums, gorgeous villages and historic towns, and tempting antiques shops.
The venue is vintage chic - a combination of old antique finds, upcycled pieces, art, books and modern touches. We will have exclusive use of six acres of grounds, including lawns, tennis courts, orchard, wild meadow, woods and our heated outdoor pool and our own on site yoga studio. You have the options of private room, double room, or triple room. All of the bedrooms are quaint and comfortable but not luxurious. It’s an authentic country house experience! There are six bathrooms shared across eight bedrooms. All room and pricing details available below.
Our team have worked closely with the English couple who have restored and now run this venue to curate the retreat experience working alongside this small passionate family-run venue.
WHY RETREATS?
Welcome to Atlas Retreat category. The retreat concept is all about slow travel allowing you to step outside the bubble of your everyday life and find new inspiration, take time for self-care and exploration. We invite you to fully and mindfully experience local culture and nature. Our retreats will take place in locations that focus on simplicity and tranquility rather than luxury and hotspots. We will be partnering with small-scale and more rustic accommodations run by passionate people who bring out the authenticity of the local culture. If that sounds like you – read on!
Join us on our first Atlas Retreat - a journey to ‘Restore, Explore and Connect’ off the beaten track in beautiful Limousin region of South West France. We will be taking our time to experience the local way of life including delving into the history of chateaux in the area, guided walks or cycles through the magical forest and breathtaking countryside, and of course sampling local artisanal produce from France’s first ‘farm to fork’ region. We will have plenty of time to unwind and restore in between – with daily yoga flows on offer, enjoying your book by the pool or just soaking up the views with a cheeky glass of vino. Bienvenue en France!
meet your hosts
Marigold, our retreat planner is a certified yoga teacher, running and hiking enthusiast & coffee and wine lover. She is fluent in French and can’t wait to explore this corner of the beautiful country with you!
Yasmine, our Director of Operations, has led multiple Atlas Adventures trips to France & attended our last retreat style trip to Belize. She loves to unwind through long walks or with a good book & a cup of tea. She recently started photography lessons & is excited to start capturing moments at home & abroad!
Both Marigold & Yasi have international backgrounds & a passion for experiencing the world alongside others. They’re so excited to have you join them on this retreat!
PRICING + INCLUSIONS
TOTAL COST PER TRAVELER:
Triple Room: $3550 per person
Twin Room: $3850 per person
Double Bed (single occupancy) shared bathroom: $4350 per person
DUE AT REGISTRATION: $750
SECOND PAYMENT DUE (MAY 15): $1400, $1550 or 1800
FINAL PAYMENT DUE (JULY 15): $1400, $1550 or 1800
WHAT’S INCLUDED
5 nights accommodation in boutique manor house
Daily Breakfast
Daily Dinner
Three Lunches
Tea and Coffee
Market Tour and Cooking class
Guided cycle ride and pic- nic
Daily Yoga classes
Wine Tasting
Chateaux tour
Day trip to Limoges (including transfers)
All ground transfers (for included group activities and airport transfers)
NOT INCLUDED
Flights + transfer to hotel
Taxis/transportation for personal leisure and add-on activities.
Alcohol (other than what’s listed in the inclusions)
Lunch on Limoge day trip
Travel Insurance (required)
Daily add-on activities + souvenirs (optional)
WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR?
Atlas Adventures are built around a shared set of values that are rooted in kindness. We believe in prioritizing connection (whether with locals or fellow travelers), keeping an open mind through all experiences, and being adaptable with all that travel may bring. If the descriptions below sound like you, we want you to join us!:
You are extremely flexible, open minded, easy-going and always up for a range of experiences.
You’re a positive person who looks for the best in all circumstances.
You enjoy meeting new people and are keen to make friends on this trip.
You desire to be a better traveler: respecting other people, other cultures + the planet along the way.
UNIQUE CONSIDERATIONS FOR THIS RETREAT
You don’t need a packed holiday agenda and enjoy free time to reflect, read or whatever “me” time means for you
You are interested in culture and being surrounded by nature
You don’t mind sharing a bathroom with others and immersing in a '“home away from home” venue without full hotel services (eg no daily room turnover, no reception, etc.)
Bonus if you enjoy activities like walking, cycling and/or yoga (not required, but all are available!)
CANCELLATION POLICY
If this trip needs to be cancelled for any global health reasons (see below) we will reschedule:
- Border closures prohibiting non-residents travel in /out of destination country
- Mandatory quarantine upon arrival to destination country
For any other cancellations, the Atlas Adventures standard cancellation policy can be viewed HERE. Travelers who want the option to cancel for personal reasons outside of the above are advised to purchase additional travel insurance (which we can help you navigate!)
