• Dordogne
  • France

Travel with Laura Jane Mellencamp to the Dordogne region in beautiful southern France.

A French lifestyle is about simple living and enjoying the best moments in life. France has it all, and few regions sum up the attractions of France better than the Dordogne. If you like history, medieval castles, quaint villages, stunning natural landscapes, and rich cuisine, this retreat is for you! The region is famous for its prehistoric caves of the UNESCO-listed Vezere Valley.

The rivers, cliffs, forests, and picturesque countryside offer a haven for renewal and nourishment of your total well-being. Be absorbed in this stunning, historic setting while sampling the region's gourmet food and wine, hiking the woods and hills, and partaking in the morning and afternoon yoga and meditations.

This is an opportunity to learn deeper healing tools for health and to expand the possibility of living a life of vibrant and joyous well-being. Unplug from the stresses that have been accumulating in your life and leap into an adventure of a lifetime. This retreat is for the soul and nourishes the heart.

In addition, the region offers many outdoor activities, world-famous vineyards, restaurants, historical sites, village markets, and music. The weather could not be more ideal: from the end of April until the end of October, the area averages less than five days of rain per month. Temperatures range from 18-29 degrees Celsius.

Opportunities abound for tours and activities during your French retreat, including:

An Unforgettable Yoga Experience with Laura Jane Mellencamp

Using the practice of meditation, Laura Jane has designed this week to support you in exploring the tools of stilling the mind and embracing your authentic self. The yoga classes will blend the disciplines of vinyasa flow with a strong emphasis on pranayama and meditation to still the roaming mind, calm the system, and live in a state of balance.. They will cover the fundamental principles underlying the therapeutic application of yoga and how to incorporate these principles into your practice. Work to dissolve old blockages, unravel samskaras, and create new pathways to vibrant health and happiness. The end result will be one of the most incredible, unforgettable yoga experiences you will ever have.


This week is a perfect balance between rest and play. Laura has discovered through leading and attending many retreats that traveling together and saying yes to life and its opportunities in the moment create lasting friendships and a gratitude for life’s abundance that will last forever.

This yoga retreat is for all ages and all life experiences. Private yoga sessions will also be available.

It is perfect for all levels of practitioners, yoga teachers, and bodywork therapists.

Sample Daily Schedule*

(Optional to meet each student’s needs)
• Early morning hike and meditation
• Breakfast
• In-depth yoga practice with Laura Jane
• Lunch
• Free time to explore this beautiful and healing environment
• Late practice includes asana, chanting, sutra study and meditation
• Dinner
• Evening shared sanga

*Schedule is subject to change.

Things To Do

Opportunities abound for tours and activities during your French retreat, including:

  • Castle and Cathedral Tours

  • Truffle Hunting

  • Exploring the Marqueyssac Gardens 

  • Canoeing & Kayaking

  • Hiking & cycling

  • Golfing

  • Excursion to Plum Village

  • Exploring local villages and towns

  • Touring the caves of Lascaux

  • Horseback riding

  • Hot Air Ballooning

  • Wine Tastings

  • Cooking classes

  • Writing and painting workshops

  • And more!

*Price of some activities are not included in tuition .

Reviews of Laura's Previous Retreats



  • Everything was so natural, like windows meant to overlook the snow covered mountains, but cozy and warm both in our cabins and lodge. Ideally located for a retreat and meals were created by an delightful chef. Laura Jane led us with just the amount of yoga and activity to keep it still a relaxing retreat.
    — MARLA


  • The Icelandic Yoga Retreat was magical. The lodgings were cozy and clean, the yoga room was beautiful (especially at night!), amenities were perfect (sauna, hot tub under the stars, expert masseuse), and we were treated to three expertly and lovingly prepared meals a day by our dedicated chef. The twice daily yoga practice was accessible to all levels and Laura Jane made a point of teaching the whole of yoga, not just the physical practice. We had a wonderful group of human beings and it was a pleasure spending time with each one.
    — JULIE DRAHO


  • I am so excited to attend my third retreat with Laura Jane and this amazing community of yogis. There is a reason so many of us keep coming back year after year. Beyond the incredible resort we are staying at (and "incredible" doesn't do it justice), Laura Jane creates such a warm and welcoming atmosphere in which to explore your yoga practice regardless of where you are at in your life. The twice daily practices and daily sutra study, combined with the beauty of the Baja peninsula and the phenomenal food, make this a retreat everyone should experience!
    — CATHY CHRISTOFF


  • A trip to Greece had been on my “bucket list” for many years. The experience with Laura Jane in Amorgos was beautiful, peaceful, and exceeded my expectations about visiting Greece! We practiced well thought out yoga classes twice a day, and still had plenty of time for outings on the island, or time to relax by the pool. The group was a true sangha, community, of friendly open people. Old friends reconnected, and new friends were made by each yogi. I feel confident about traveling with Laura Jane!
    — KAY GILMORE


  • I try to never miss Laura Jane's wonderful yoga retreats! They are the one time of the year that is just about me. I don't have to take care of anyone or anything other than myself. The combination of yoga, healthy food, journaling, quiet time, a wonderful guide and amazing friends is just what I need to regenerate for the year ahead. Not to mention that Prana Delmar is a real jem!
    — KANDICE HENNING


  • I am so excited to attend my third retreat with Laura Jane and this amazing community of yogis. There is a reason so many of us keep coming back year after year. Beyond the incredible resort we are staying at (and "incredible" doesn't do it justice), Laura Jane creates such a warm and welcoming atmosphere in which to explore your yoga practice regardless of where you are at in your life. The twice daily practices and daily sutra study, combined with the beauty of the Baja peninsula and the phenomenal food, make this a retreat everyone should experience!
    — CATHY CHRISTOFF

Accomodatations

This retreat center is a charming 17th-century country estate in southwest France. Its meticulously maintained residence and park are the essences of stillness and seclusion. The grounds include a heated swimming pool, a hard-surface tennis court, and 100 acres of protected woodlands.

Investment

SAVE $200 ON FULL-PRICE UNTIL APRIL 1, 2023 —Shared Accommodations Only!

Shared Accommodations

  • $2795 USD Early Bird by Apr 1 ($200 Savings)

  • $2995 USD Full Price

Single Accommodations

  • $3195 USD Full Price

 

The cost of the retreat includes:

  • 6 nights accommodations

  • 3 meals per day, starting with dinner on the first night and ending with breakfast on the last day. (excluding 1 night dinner, taken off-site)

  • Group ground transport to/from Bordeaux Airport to the retreat center (1.5 hour drive)

  • Daily yoga practices

  • Personal retreat time (having time to nap, explore, walk, read, and just be)

The retreat does not include:

  • Airfare to Bordeaux Airport (BOD) in Bordeaux, France. Note: Domestic flights from Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bordeaux run daily.

  • Alcoholic beverages & personal purchases

  • Optional excursions

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Gratuities

Register

Paying your initial deposit of $350 will lock in your tuition rate and hold your space for the trip. A non-refundable $35 Payment Processing Fee will be added to the tuition rate upon registration.

Laura is planning this trip in conjunction with True Nature Travels, a holistic, educational travel company that provides planning, support, and guidance for the trip. For more information about our French retreat including things to do, sites to see, how to book your flight for the best price possible, and how to get to the Bordeaux Airport, visit the True Nature Travel website. All bookings and payments are handled on the True Nature Travel website.

 

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