A Taste of Tuscany:
A Creative Retreat in Italy
October 6 - 10, 2025 · 4 Nights · Florence & the Tuscan Countryside
A journey of art, food, and soulful connection in the heart of the Italian countryside.
The Experience
We begin our adventure in the charming city of Florence, where we'll gather for one inspiring night of introductions, an authentic Italian dinner, and a gentle arrival into creative presence.
Then we’ll head into the countryside for three transformative days in a luxurious Tuscan villa, where you'll be held in beauty, ease, and connection.
A Few of the Soulful Highlights
Food Illustration Watercolor Workshops – Learn to paint seasonal ingredients, classic Italian dishes, gelato and more in relaxed, hands-on beginner-friendly sessions.
Tuscan Cooking Class – Roll handmade pasta and prepare a rustic Italian meal in the villa’s countryside kitchen.
Day Trip in Tuscany – Visit charming hilltop villages or local markets for inspiration and adventure.
Slow Mornings & Golden Evenings – Enjoy long breakfasts, golden-hour painting, and deep rest surrounded by vineyards and olive trees.
Final Day Creative Challenge – A playful group session to celebrate your growth, creations, and courage.
A Journey of Creative Transformation
Through the mindful rhythm of painting, cooking, savoring Italian delicacies and connecting with nature, this retreat is designed to shift you from rushing to receiving.
From disconnected to present.
From creatively stuck to joyfully flowing.
You’ll leave with:
A collection of your own watercolor art
Soulful memories of shared meals, laughter, and Tuscany’s magic
New tools to create beauty wherever you are
A deeper sense of creative freedom and inner calm
And a renewed sense of YOU — grounded, inspired, and alive!
This retreat in for you if…
You’re craving a reset — away from screens, stress, and routine
You want to reconnect with your creative side (no experience needed!)
You love to explore new cultures through food, art, and slow living
You’re seeking a soulful, small-group experience in beautiful surroundings
You’re ready to be nourished — body, mind, and spirit
Meet your hosts
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Bassi Hamid
Bassi is a brand & lifestyle photographer and the founder of Sukun Retreats. A passionate traveler who enjoys leading groups, organizing retreats and introducing people to more meaningful ways of traveling and exploring the world within and our world at large.
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Tilika D'souza
Tilika is an artist, art educator, paint maker. and the founder of the brand Studio Passepartout. She has an extensive experience in watercolor painting and she’s been leading art workshops in Dubai & abroad since 2017.
Your Accommodation Options
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Classic country room twin
These rooms are situated in the ground floor. They include a private bathroom and antique furniture.
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Classic country room single
These rooms are situated in the ground floor. They include a private bathroom and antique furniture.
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Family room twin
Features twin beds., a large living room, private bath, and a French window overlooking the back side of the garden on the street side.
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Junior suite twin
Junior Suites are wide and elegant. They have twin beds, a comfortable living room, private bathroom, a balcony and antique furniture.
The flow of our days
Day 1 – Arrive in Florence
Settle in, meet your fellow creatives, and enjoy a welcome dinner in the heart of the city.
Day 2–4 – Tuscany Villa Life
Daily watercolor workshops, cooking class, a Tuscan day trip, and plenty of free time to relax, wander, or create.
Day 5 – Departure
Closing reflections, goodbyes, and one last dreamy breakfast before we part ways.
Extension option available. Contact us for more info.
1 night in a boutique hotel in Florence
3 nights in a luxurious countryside villa
All meals during the retreat (except 1 lunch during the day trip)
Watercolor workshops & art materials
Cooking class &Tuscan day trip
Transfers between Florence & the villa
What’s Included:
International flights
Airport transfers
Visa fees
Pocket money
Travel insurance
Any meals that are not mentioned above
What’s NOT Included:
Investment & booking:
Early bird price for the first 5 bookings starts at Dhs6300 only
(Pricing based on room selection – details below)
Country Classic twin: Dhs6300
Country classic single: Dhs7500 (only 3 available)
Family twin: Dhs6500 (only 1 available)
Junior suite twin: Dhs6800 (only 1 available)
Once the first 5 spots are booked the prices will be up by 10%.
Spaces limited to 10 women.
To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of Dhs1500 has to be made at the time of booking. Remaining amount is to be settled 30 days before the retreat starts.
FAQ’s
Do I need to be an artist to join? → Absolutely not! This is about expression, not perfection. All levels are welcome.
Can I come alone? → Most of our guests do — and leave with new lifelong friendships.
Why isn' t the flight included in the package?
The flight is not included for 2 reasons:
1. People may join our trip from different countries and hence the flight prices
will differ.
2. Different people might have different preferences for airlines, flight type and seat classes. Some might also want to use their own air miles.
So we usually like to leave it to each individual to book their preferred flight. We are always happy to recommend a flight if you have no preferences or restrictions in this regard.
What’s the cancellation policy? → To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of Dhs1500 has to be made. Remaining amount is to be settled 30 days before the retreat starts. Any cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat, no refunds will be made.
What do I need to apply for the visa?
Please check your local visa application center for the exact requirements.
How much do I need to pack?
Please make sure you pack light.
Since we are traveling in October, the weather might be chilly at night. So pack suitable
clothing accordingly.