Huzur Vadisi, Turkey, 2nd - 9th June, 2008
Huzur Vadisi is addictive; people return again and again to this delightful and unusual centre, so we are very lucky to have secured a week here, for total relaxation, immersion in yoga, with wonderful massage and almost guaranteed great weather!

Huzur Vadisi is the name of the farmhouse and mountain valley in which it is situated. Surrounded by virgin pine forest, olive trees and figs, you can walk unhindered in any direction to spectacular view points of the coast and islands and inland to unfolding mountain ranges.

The feeling here is very much of being a houseguest - the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and particularly welcoming to people holidaying on their own. Hammocks are strung enticingly between the trees, there is a beautiful natural stone swimming pool, and a traditional wooden kosk, (like an exotic tree house), which is a favourite spot for siestas and evening gatherings.

Yoga classes take place in the mornings and late afternoon in the beautiful yoga shala, where often the only sound to be heard is a shepherd’s flute or the tinkling of goat bells in the surrounding hills.


Accommodation
Accommodation is in nomadic yurts, circular domed "tents", made on a wooden trellis frame. Comfortable and spacious, in hot weather the apex of the roof is left open to the sky, the so called "Eye of Heaven", so that at night you can see the stars from your bed. Equipped with "proper" beds, electricity, wooden floors and home comforts, it is definitely not camping! Some rooms are also available in the farmhouse. There are shared bathroom areas with ample toilet, shower and washing facilities and solar heated water.

Yurt in olive grove

Yurt Yurt interior Yurt interior

Price Sharing

£510 per person sharing in a twin/yurt or room.

Price Single

Single yurts are available for a £100 supplement, but availability is always limited and dependent on group numbers. First come, first served!

Included
 All food, yoga and accommodation.
Not included Flights, excusions, transfers, insurance, drinks and snacks.

****Special Offer****
Book with a friend, and you each pay the special price of £475!

Food
Food at Huzur Vadisi is delicious, vegetarian/vegan and based on fresh local produce - fruit, vegetables, pulses, nuts, cheeses and yoghurt.
Pool Turkish cuisine Shala Boat trip

Programme
We arrive on Monday, and start yoga sessions on Tuesday morning. There are two, two hour long yoga sessions each day, one in the morning, the other in the late afternoon - but of course, if you prefer to laze by the pool, or indulge in a supremely relaxing massage, then that's fine! There will be one day "off", (usually Thursday) during which you are free to explore the local area, or join us for a full day's boat trip around the beautiful bay of Gocek (£35 approx each, for a minimum of 10 people), anchoring in quiet coves for lunch, tea and swimming. The local village of Gocek which is only a twenty minute taxi ride away has a pretty marina with shops, little bars and restaurants, providing all amenities.

Kosk

Getting there ...
There are regular charter flights to Dalaman – which is a four hour flight from the UK.
The airport is about half an hour from Huzur Vadisi, and a minibus transfer will meet the flight arriving at 13.00 for £15 per person, to include both journeys. Those arriving on different flights will need to make their own arrangements to arrive by local taxi, which is around £30 one way. You will receive full details, including directions, upon receipt of your final payment.

Flights

Try the following for charter flights:
http://www.flythomascook.com
http://www.skyscanner.net

Kay at Robinson Travel 01271 812 504
Flightline 0800 036 0777
Unijet 08705 336336
Airtours 0800 028 4934
First Choice 0870 750 0001
Thomson 0870 550 2555
Gemstone Travel 01344 353 806

Flying out on the Friday or Saturday before the retreat begins gives you the opportunity to make the most of the weekend and relax in the Turkish sun before we meet up on Monday. It can also mean a slightly cheaper flight!

To book ...

Please send a cheque for £200 non-refundable deposit to:
Catherine Annis,
C/o Triyoga, 6 Erskine Road,
Primrose Hill
London NW3 3AJ.

Final payments should be made no later than six weeks before departure.

If you have any questions, please do contact me in advance. Please note that whilst I will do everything possible to adhere to the programme and details laid out above, some things are outside my control, and therefore I reserve the right to make changes if necessary.

Eye of Heaven