AN ITALIAN EXPERIENCE

ESCAPE TO THE HEART OF ITALY: A WEEK IN UMBRIA & TUSCANY

18 - 24 OCTOBER 2025 - PANICALE, UMBRIA

We’re excited to invite you to the exclusive Villa LeMura wellness retreat—a week-long journey into the authentic heart of Umbria and Tuscany.

Designed to showcase the region’s timeless charm, this retreat offers a carefully curated experience blending culture, cuisine, and heritage. Guests will stay in one of the historic rooms of Villa LeMura, a beautifully preserved 19th-century palazzo steeped in local history. Over seven days, you’ll explore medieval hamlets and iconic towns like Siena, Cortona, and Montepulciano through expert-guided tours. Indulge in traditional regional dishes, sample exquisite wines at local vineyards, and uncover the secrets of producing premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil from master artisans. This is more than a retreat—it’s an invitation to immerse yourself in the soul of central Italy.

THE VILLA

In a small hamlet on the outskirts of Panicale, a village known as the ‘balcony on the lake’, this charming historic residence is surrounded by olive groves with breathtaking views of Lago di Trasimeno (Trasimeno Lake) and quintessential Italian scenery.

Originally the summer residence of the noble Mancini family from Perugia, the oldest part of the Villa dates from 1690 with the last major redevelopment occurring in the 1840s. The empire style décor boasts a wealth of exquisite frescoes, notably in the Grand Sala, as well as an eclectic array of antique furniture throughout the public spaces and bedrooms.

There is a small private chapel in the Italian Garden overlooked by the Limonaia, and in the grounds, on the edge of the olive grove, an inviting swimming pool with unobstructed views of the centro storico of Panicale.

THE FOOD

Italy is famous for its delicious food: no trip would be complete without experiencing and indulging in the finest, freshest local seasonal produce. Our in-house cooks provide gastronomic delights founded on traditional Italian cuisine combined with modern contemporary twists and variations. Every meal is lovingly prepared from scratch, from our sumptuous homemade organic granola through to our luscious and rich tiramisu. The local artisan bakery delivers freshly baked Umbrian bread every morning whilst we are provided with excellent wines from several nearby vineyards.

Villa LeMura’s own organic single estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVVO) graces the table at every meal. The olives are picked by hand each year and pressed immediately to lock-in an incredible peppery flavour that adds depth and quality to all the dishes we serve.

We cater for all dietary needs and kindly request details of any allergies or intolerances in advance.

THE PROGRAM