South of France, French Riviera luxury villa rental and bespoke slow travel in Provence on the sea.

LUXE PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREATS

Discover The Slow Life

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BESPOKE & UPCOMING HOSTED WELLNESS RETREATS IN PROVENCE

PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT for MOTHER/DAUGHTERS: May 2027 PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT for MOTHER/DAUGHTERS: May 2027
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PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT for MOTHER/DAUGHTERS: May 2027
€10,500.00

Join us for a curated wellness retreat in the heart of Provence, nestled between vineyards, olive groves, charming villages and chateau ruins, and just minutes away from from the charming antique capital of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue! Designed for the busy mom or mother/daughter duos with a dedicated wellness program, bespoke travel itineraries, organized childcare activities, and an incredible, family-friendly villa in Provence surrounded by fruit orchards and magnificent French gardens with two pools and tennis court.

There will be plenty of time to relax and enjoy this incredible property while your little one can explore in beauty, along with the pampering and exciting touring thoughout Provence for the ladies.

We are currently taking applications for a 5-day retreat this May. Full price for 5-nights/6-days is: 10,500 euros per person. Contact us to schedule a call and learn more. This retreat will be confirmed upon demand.

BOOKING & PRICING:

Individual double room with baby or small child, and private bathroom: 10,500 euros. A shared double room with private bathroom: 9,000 euros per person.

This all-inclusive, pricing includes a luxury stay in a classic, Provence villa with award-winning French gardens, near the charming village of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue with your own private chef, VIP travel and touring, plus a French cooking class, 1 hour massage and VIP visits. Wellness activities included: a one hour 1:1 pre-visit consult with our clinical herbalist, and 1.5 hour Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) experience to ease stress, anxiety or simply relax the mind, plus a special custom wellness fragrance workshop. Our goal is that you depart recharged, connected and joyful while meeting new friends.

DEPOSIT/HOW TO BOOK:

We require a non-refundable, 50% deposit to reserve your place. You may reserve online by paying for your deposit. Please read our terms and conditions here. Or, we can arrange for a zoom consult together, then send an online payment link with all terms, conditions and any further information required. The remaining 50% payment is due 90 days prior to arrival. Please note, spots are limited and suites are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis upon application.

THE LUXURY PROVENCE VILLA & LOCATION

You will stay at an authentic, classic Provencal-style bastide with award-winning designed French gardens, featured in numerous design magazines, ideal for relaxing with hectares of outdoor space for children to discover over three floors and two outdoor suites. There are two outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, large children’s playground, and absolutely breathtaking grounds.

This three-level bastide is near the antique capital of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, in the heart of Provence, a short drive to the charming Luberon villages.

You will discover Provence’s richest, natural regions, as we are just minutes away from the Luberon, the Camargue, Les Alpilles and Roman UNESCO heritage sites, with numerous charming market towns.


PRIOR TO ARRIVAL

Our clinical herbalist will arrange a 1:1 phone/zoom consultation with each participant 60-90 days prior to arrival, to assess your individual wellness goals and help formulate support for your week in Provence with our local practitioners.

VIP TOURING & BESPOKE TRAVEL

OUR BESPOKE TOURS: Participants will experience several guided tours throughout the stay, including: VIP tour of the Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux-de-Provence, classified as one “the most beautiful villages of France” and an antique-market day tour and lunch in Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and Fontaine du Vaucluse. Guests will have a guided tour of Les Baux-de-Provence, complete with touring of the village’s historic center, medieval castle and museum.

PROVENCE MARKET TOUR: A market tour will also be included to select produce for a midday cooking class in the charming town of Saint-Rémy. Guests will also experience the opportunity to participate in a local art class, or antiquing at a local brocante to release your creativity after being inspired by all of the beauty of the region. We have VIP transport available in our Mercedes vans with driver throughout the week for a number of visits and trips as the desire arises.

WINE & OLIVE OIL TASTING: A VIP wine pairing and olive oil event will take place at the prestigious local vineyard, one of region’s oldest, award-winning grand dame producers set on a stunning vineyard property with a castle and rose gardens with over 300 hectares‍ to discover.

ANTIQUING/BROCANTE SUNDAY AM: We will have the opportunity to kick off the week with an early Sunday am meeting to explore one of France’s most sought-after antique capitals, Isle-sur-la-Soruge with your own guide as the villa is just minutes away. Save room in your luggage for this special visit.

HORSE RIDING TOUR IN THE CAMARGUE & GASTRONOMIC LUNCH - OPTIONAL: We will whisk you away to the Camargue, to experience this beautiful nature preserve, unspoilt beaches and wildlife with a half-day horseback tour through splendid wild nature and open beaches. You will observe pink flamingos, wild bulls and numerous birds and wildlife, on a guided horseback tour while discovering this fascinating region from a local. These iconic white horses of the Camargue are some of the oldest breeds in France from the Rhone Delta that have remained relatively unchanged for centuries.

ARRIVAL & TRANSPORT DETAILS

The price is all inclusive of all luxury activity transfers throughout the trip and between the Avignon TGV or Marseille Provence Airport. All of our services are licensed and registered in France with our partner, French Promise, who also operates their own transportation company assuring you arrive with ease to your final destination.

BESPOKE WELLNESS & FITNESS SERVICES:

Each guest will have a 1:1 consultation prior to arriving with our licensed, clinical herbalist to help us shape your wellness needs and support for the week. These wellness session help boost your immune system, offer stress management techniques throughout your journey to arrive at your own personal goals, whether it’s for a calmer mind, reducing anxiety or going a bit deeper to address any joy roadblocks.

Each morning after a copious breakfast with matcha lattes, cafe and fresh juices, we will begin the day with a yoga class in the gardens followed by a sound bath/meditation. Additionally, each guest will have one-hour massage of their choice throughout the week and unlimited access to the on-site spa featuring hammam, sauna and gym. Guests also have full access to the heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, outdoor kitchen for relaxing.

We will also have a Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner join us to host a wellness fragrance workshop that we are thrilled to share. Each participant will leave with their own signature fragrance designed to install calm and joy specially formulated to you.

PRIVATE CHEF, MEALS & PROVENCE WINES

The all-inclusive pricing includes daily, chef-prepared gourmet Mediterranean-inspired and nutritious-dense cuisine featuring locally sourced Provence ingredients from the beautiful markets. Each day, healthy plant-forward lunches and 4-course dinners will be prepared by your private chef, in their private separate kitchen leaving the main kitchen and two lounges free for gathering. We are able to adapt to all diet plans, intolerances, allergies and restrictions, please notify us upon booking. Local award-winning, Provence wines (whites, rosé and reds) are stocked in on-site wine cellar and available throughout the stay, at the discretion of each guest and served with dinners. We will also have a VIP wine tasting to learn more about this region’s award-winning vineyards. Fresh filtered water placed in the rooms each day.

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS

We are unable to offer refunds for this retreat, but will do our best to work with you to try to find a solution whether its a replacement for your spot and draw from our waitlist in the event you are unable to attend. All participants are required to purchase their own travel insurance for any unforeseen cancellation or events.

PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT IN LES ALPILLES:  May 2027 (5 Nights/6 Days) PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT IN LES ALPILLES:  May 2027 (5 Nights/6 Days)
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PROVENCE WELLNESS RETREAT IN LES ALPILLES: May 2027 (5 Nights/6 Days)
€10,500.00

Join us for a curated wellness retreat in Provence’s most dramatic region, Les Alpilles, nestled between vineyards, olive groves, charming villages and chateau ruins, and just minutes away from from Les Baux de Provence, classified as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages of France” rich in history, gastronomy, wine and culture.

BOOKING & PRICING:

Individual suites with private bathroom: 10,500 euros for 6 days/5 nights; Shared suites with private bathroom: 8,500 euros

EARLY BIRD PRICING: 15% off if booked prior to Sept 2026!

This all inclusive, pricing includes a stay in 5-star luxury villa in a charming village in Provence with your own private chef, VIP travel and touring, French cooking class, 1 hour massage, sauna, hammam, heated pool and VIP visits. Wellness activities included: 1:1 hour session with our clinical herbalist, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) fragrance workshop and more. Lifecoach mind reset session available, by request.

DEPOSIT/HOW TO BOOK:

We require a non-refundable, 50% deposit to reserve your place. Contact us to apply. The second payment balance will be due 90 days prior to arrival. Please note, spots are limited and suites are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis upon application.

THE 5-STAR VILLA & LOCATION

You will stay at one of the chicest, luxury villas on the market with over 1,000 square meters of living space, designed by renown architects, featuring impeccably designed interiors and 5-star amenities including heated pool, outdoor kitchen, tennis court, gym, and our own spa with sauna and hammam. There are two living areas/lounges, two kitchens and two large, historic fireplaces for cozy dinners by the fire at our table for 12.

Each individual guest, pair or duo, will have a dedicated double room with Pierre Frey fabrics and artisanal details including: blown glass, marble and wood featuring antiques and original artwork by the designers. Each of the 7 double rooms feature a queen or kingsize bed with its own private and ensuite bathroom with shower, some even include bathtubs as well, along with an enchanting garden view.

The villa itself is located in the quiet and quaint, Provencal village so you may conveniently walk out of the villa’s gates to experience the local slow life including: shops, boulangers, restaurants and more.

“Les Alpilles” means little alps and is one of Provences richest, natural regions, set just minutes away from the Luberon, the Camargue and Roman UNESCO heritage and antiquity sites in Arles and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a charming market town with plenty of quaint boutiques restaurants and shopping.

Les Alpilles region also produces world-class olive oils, wines and much of the region’s incredible produces making the market visits a feast for the senses.


PRIOR TO ARRIVAL

Our clinical herbalist will arrange a 1:1 phone/zoom consultation with each participant 60-90 days prior to arrival, to assess your individual wellness goals and help formulate support for your week in Provence with our local practitioners.

VIP TOURING & BESPOKE TRAVEL

OUR BESPOKE TOURS: Participants will experience several guided tours throughout the stay, including: VIP after-hours privatized night visit at the iconic, Carrières de Lumières in Les Baux-de-Provence, known for their immersive art experiences. Guests will have a guided tour of Les Baux-de-Provence, complete with touring of the village’s historic center, medieval castle and museum which is classified as one of “the most beautiful villages of France”.

MARKET & ART TOURS: A market tour will also be included in the charming, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, a short drive away to select produce for a midday cooking class. Guests will also experience the opportunity to participate in a local artist’s pottery atelier class, or antiquing at a local brocante to release your creativity after being inspired by all of the beauty of the region. We have VIP transport available in our Mercedes vans with driver throughout the week for a number of visits and trips as the desire arises.

WINE & OLIVE OIL TASTING: A VIP wine pairing and olive oil event will take place at the prestigious local vineyard, one of region’s oldest, award-winning grand dame producers set on a stunning vineyard property with a castle and rose gardens with over 300 hectares‍ to discover.

ANTIQUING/BROCANTE: We will have the opportunity to visit one of the region’s most sought-after brocante held on Sunday in a charming village just a few minutes away from the villa. Save room in your luggage for this special shopping event and discover a brocante, like a local.

GUIDED HIKING TOURS: We have organized, guided nature hikes to explore the stunning natural landscapes with incredible views and/or biking days led by local guides in the Les Alpilles National Park’s peaks and valleys, just minutes away from your villa set high above endless olive groves and vineyards.

HORSE RIDING TOUR IN THE CAMARGUE (Optional/Add-On): For those interested, we would love to whisk you off to the Camargue, just thirty minutes away and experience this beautiful nature preserve, unspoilt beaches and wildlife. You will observe pink flamingos, taureau and breathtaking open beaches, on a guided horseback tour while discovering this fascinating region from a local. These iconic white horses of the Camargue are some of the oldest breeds in France from the Rhone Delta that have remained relatively unchanged for centuries.

ARRIVAL & TRANSPORT DETAILS

The price is all inclusive of all luxury activity transfers throughout the trip and between either the Avignon TGV or Marseille Provence Airport. All of our services are licensed and registered in France with our partner, French Promise, who also operates their own transportation company assuring you arrive with ease to your final destination.

BESPOKE WELLNESS & FITNESS SERVICES:

Each guest will have a 1:1 consultation prior to arriving with our licensed, clinical herbalist to help us shape your wellness needs and support for the week. For those who want personal development, you are offered a two-hour personal session with our life coach who has over 30 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety and aligning with our true beliefs. These wellness session help set the intentions of the journey for each individual, whether it’s for a calmer mind, reducing anxiety or going a bit deeper to address any joy roadblocks.

Each morning after a copious breakfast with matcha lattes, cafe and fresh juices, we will begin the day with a yoga class in the gardens followed by a sound bath/meditation. Additionally, each guest will have one-hour massage of their choice throughout the week and unlimited access to the on-site spa featuring hammam, sauna and gym. Guests also have full access to the heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, outdoor kitchen for relaxing.

We will also have a Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioner join us to host a wellness fragrance workshop that we are thrilled to share. Each participant will leave with their own signature fragrance designed to install calm and joy specially formulated to you.

PRIVATE CHEF, MEALS & PROVENCE WINES

The all-inclusive pricing includes daily, chef-prepared gourmet Mediterranean-inspired and nutritious-dense cuisine featuring locally sourced Provence ingredients from the beautiful markets. Each day, healthy plant-forward lunches and 4-course dinners will be prepared by your private chef, in their private separate kitchen leaving the main kitchen and two lounges free for gathering. We are able to adapt to all diet plans, intolerances, allergies and restrictions, please notify us upon booking. Local award-winning, Provence wines (whites, rosé and reds) are stocked in on-site wine cellar and available throughout the stay, at the discretion of each guest and served with dinners. We will also have a VIP wine tasting to learn more about this region’s award-winning vineyards. Fresh filtered water placed in the rooms each day.

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS

We are unable to offer refunds for this retreat, but will do our best to work with you to try to find a replacement for your spot and draw from our waitlist in the event you are unable to attend. All participants are required to purchase their own travel insurance for any unforeseen cancellation or events.

WHAT MAKES OUR RETREATS UNIQUE

In life, it’s all about the experiences — it’s what truly matters.

We are thrilled to bring you our unique, luxury wellness retreats, mind-expanding programs and slow travel experiences in Provence.

Our bespoke wellness retreats are designed to offer your group the perfect balance of exploring the beauty of Provence, while incorporating your desired level of holistic wellness or fitness goals, with a total mind-body reset. We start each retreat with 1:1 consultations with an expert wellness coach from clinical herbalist to psychologist/life coach, so we can design and build in tailored mind and body wellness support for your journey with us in Provence.

OUR WELLNESS DIFFERENCE

Our Luxe Provence Experience team has a deep knowledge, background and education in hands-on counselling psychology, nature therapy, life coaching, Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and clinical herbalism. We have worked hard over the years to understand the body’s innate ability to heal itself through our own journeys with chronic illness, using the power of plant-based medicines, psychology, TCM practices, movement and nutrition to overcome health challenges, which has fueled our mission.

We start each retreat with a clinical herbalist consultation 60 days prior to arriving. Each retreat includes the option of a 2-hour mind reset session, to integrate a complete mind-body experience, specifically designed for stress or anxiety. This allows us to set clear intentions for your time here in Provence, so you can continue these practices and wellness habits back home. We work with nutrition-focused chefs for our culinary classes who prepare incredibly nourishing and delicious meals using, local seasonal ingredients and produce from this abundant region.

We have carefully chosen a curated collection of relaxed, nature-inspired 5-star luxury villas throughout the South of France, from the Luberon, Les Alpilles and the Côte d’Azur which are ideal for relaxing in or jumping directly into the sea.

You will practice yoga (from hatha, iyengar, ashtanga, vinyasa) and pilates with a dedicated instructor and work 1:1 with fitness trainers or cyclists to improve your performance, upon request. Our goal is to deepen your connection to mind, body and nature here in Provence so you leave calm, rejuvenated and inspired.

OUR LUXURY AWARD-WINNING TRAVEL PARTNER

We have partnered with the top luxury travel advisors in France, French Promise, winners of the Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure awards each year, to make sure all of your travel and transport details are cared for with expertise and the utmost in luxury services throughout France. From horseback riding in the Camargue with our expert guide, to a helicopter drop over the Alps and hike at 3000 meters with a shepherd guide, to securing a private yacht and your own skipper to tour the French Riviera, we have the keys and network to offer a full immersive, nature-focused experience with 5-star luxury style.

So come… slow down, connect and experience the authentic, Luxe Provence Lifestyle with us. I have spent the last 15 years preparing for your arrival. I look forward to meeting you.

LICENSED FRENCH TRAVEL, WELLNESS & CULTURAL EXPERTS

  • A woman swimming in the calanques in Marseille and Cassis, wellness retreats in Provence at the sea.

    BESPOKE EXPERIENCES & INTEGRATED WELLNESS

    Prior to your departure, we will work with you 1:1 at least 60 days prior to organize your wellness goals during your time in Provence including a one-hour, pre-visit consultation with our licensed clinical herbalist and nature therapist to best prepare your journey and help us understand any specific wellness goals, support and wellness activities planning for your trip. Our Luxe Provence Wellness Retreat experiences incorporate daily movement such as: yoga, pilates, swims in the sea, guided hiking or biking in the mountains if you so desire. Each retreat is tailored to you or your group’s specific wellness and personal development with life coach and TCM practitioner sessions tailored to you.

  • Tarik Koivisto, Luxe Provence founder and creative director. Designer of luxury provence travel experiences from 5-star hotels to private villas.

    DESIGNED BY LOCAL EXPERTS & AWARD-WINNING TRAVEL INSIDERS

    Founder, Tarik Koivisto, has a background in both counselling psychology and design, and has lived the slow life in Provence for 15 years discovering the finest places, beautiful landscapes, incredible people and artists the region has to offer. Tarik has partnered with long-time colleagues French Promise, the award-winning, top luxury travel advisors in France recognized by Travel + Leisure, Wendy Perrin and Condé Nast. We merge our experience in mind-body wellness with bespoke, luxury travel offering the utmost in expert licensed service, local guides and luxury transport. We have the keys to open doors that remain firmly shut for many.

  • Slow living, wellness retreats in nature in Provence by Luxe Provence Experiences, Louise Pascal for Luxe Provence in our audrey linen jumpsuit.

    IMMERSIVE IN NATURE, CULTURE, CONNECTION & JOY

    We effortlessly integrate the French art de vivre with our knowledge of local traditions, French culture and our passion for discovery to offer mind-bending, immersive experiences that are as interesting as they are joyful. Discover Provence’s talented artists and artisans, gastronomy, fascinating people and history for a truly, unforgettable voyage with a depth of knowledge and human connection, when it matters more than ever. Our goal is to allow for an effortless, full immersion into the slow, Provence style of living, leaving you refreshed, grounded and inspired. Leave the planning to us, from private transfers, touring, 5-star stays and amenities, we’ll take great care of you.

THE FINEST PROVENCE VILLAS

The Luxe Provence Experience

FROM THE LUBERON, LES ALPILLES, AIX-EN-PROVENCE AND THE FRENCH RIVIERA

We have curated the finest collection of luxury Provence villas and Cote d’Azur seafront properties to offer unique travel itineraries for your stay.‍ ‍

Immerse yourself in the beauty of South of France slow living from your 5-star villa, based within the most charming Provence villages, regions and breathtaking landscapes designed to inspire. We have curated the finest luxury stays complete with 5-star amenities, your own private chef and large expansive outdoor spaces for relaxing and dining, throughout Provence and the French Riviera’s coast that are in harmony with the week’s program to relax, unwind and enjoy. Each villa offers a heated pool, double bedroom ensuites with private bathrooms, air conditioning, large dining terraces and in-villa spa services, often including: a sauna or hammam, tennis courts and fitness gym/equipment on-location, to ensure many moments to rejuvenate and connect with both yourself and nature.

Our Luxe Provence wellness retreats offer bespoke touring with your own guides, drivers and a private chef at your villa. We will arrange market tours so you can meet the local cheesemakers and artisans, up-close-and-personal. We offer VIP access to the region’s finest Provence vineyards and olive oil producers for tasting events with your own driver and guide.

Explore boutique shopping, antiquing and special artist atelier visits in Lourmarin, Menerbes, Bonnieux, Oppède and Gordes, along with other lesser-known places we love, like a true insider. Gain access to the region’s finest art and history museums with our VIP bookings to take the stress out of planning.

Discover Les Alpilles region, ideal for nature-lovers brimming with olive groves, jaw-dropping wild beauty, endless trails and a rich Roman history and we’ll bring you up close and personal to experience Les-Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy.

And if you love the sea, like me… we’ll help you escape to your own Mediterranean seaside hideaway for daily swims in the turquoise sea with the option of your own private yacht and chef. We can even arrange for a villa on your own private island, and experience iconic Saint-Tropez and secret inlets along the famed Côte d’Azur by boat. Finally, we can take you to some of the lesser-known 1920s, celebrity hideaways with a rich history and its own hilltop villages, while exploring the fascinating art, fashion and cultural scene of the French Riviera.

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BESPOKE SLOW TRAVEL

Experience The Slow Life

BESPOKE LUXURY TRAVEL

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A team featuring the top, award-winning luxury travel advisors at French Promise with 36 years of expertise

Through our exclusive partnership with French Promise you can experience the natural beauty of Provence, combined with exclusive insider access to contemporary art, culture and historic venues with your own local private guide and driver. Gain VIP entry to exclusive, secret spots unknown to most travellers and front row access to concerts, sporting events, clubs, plus meet celebrity chefs, private musicians and world-class athletes.

Enjoy Michelin dining and exclusive, wine tastings from the France’s top vineyards, followed by front row seats in an ancient Roman theater for a concert or ballet, by night. Gain exclusive access to France’s monuments, museums, hidden gems, restaurants and chic, beach clubs. We can combine your itinerary with any luxury transport whether it’s helicopter daytrip to Italy or Monaco, a yacht with skipper in Saint-Tropez or Cannes, or simply a seamless return to Paris by private jet.

Through our passion, experience and deep network in the region, we’ll immerse you into the South of France’s natural beauty while bringing you behind-the-scenes to discover enchanted places, the finest Provence markets, artisans, winemakers, cheesemakers and more. We cannot wait to immerse you in the slow South of France lifestyle, with the utmost of luxury service and style.

our mission

to deliver life-changing experiences that deliver inner peace, calm… and joy