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Bali & Sumba · Oct 25 - Nov 6, 2026 · 13 days

The Wanderlust Wellness Escape

For the woman who's been holding everything together — this is where you finally exhale.

Only 1 space remaining — October 2026

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13

Days

12

Max guests

2

Islands

1

Room remaining

WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT

This isn't about doing more. It's about feeling more.

Most retreats stay in one place. This one moves — from the cultural richness of Bali (Uluwatu & Ubud) to the untouched, raw beauty of Sumba. Two completely different worlds, one seamless journey.

Mornings begin with pilates and yoga. Days unfold across waterfalls, temples, rice terraces and remote beaches. Evenings slow right down — yin, sound healing and space to fully exhale.

You'll do more than you thought possible and still feel completely restored at the end of it.

    • Accommodation at hand-selected luxury properties in Uluwatu, Ubud & Sumba

    • Daily pilates and yoga — morning movement with ocean or jungle views

    • Signature experiences — sacred waterfall ceremony, sound healing at Pyramids of Chi

    • Daily breakfast in Bali · All meals included in Sumba

    • All ground transfers between destinations & arrival transfers

    • Expert guidance from Courtney every step of the way

    • A small, intimate group — so every experience feels personal

  • Part One — Bali · Oct 25–Nov 1

    7 nights across Uluwatu and Ubud. Cultural immersion, signature wellness experiences and jungle villa life. A complete retreat in itself.

    Part Two — Sumba · Nov 1–6

    5 nights at the exclusive Alamayah. Remote, raw and extraordinary. For those who want to go deeper and further off the beaten track.

    The Full Wanderlust Experience · Oct 25–Nov 6

    Both islands. Two completely different worlds. The most transformative option — and the one most guests choose once they see what's on offer.

    Not sure which is right for you? Email us at connect@holisticescapes.com.au and we'll help you decide.

    • 2 nights · S Resorts Uluwatu — traditional Balinese lumbung

    • 5 nights · Private jungle villa, Ubud — your own yoga shala, spa, infinity pool & in villa massage services

    • 5 nights Alamayah, Sumba — exclusive 5-star fully immersive retreat sanctuary

      View full accommodation details here

  • Each morning begins with in-house pilates and an energising flow to set the tone for the day ahead. As the sun sets, we wind down with slow, grounding evening sessions designed to ease you into the deepest sleep of your life.

    After a decade of travelling to Bali, we've found the studios and wellness experiences that are truly unmissable — and we've woven every single one seamlessly into your itinerary so you don't have to choose between anything.

    Download the full retreat guide to see everything in store for you.

  • We’ve included daily breakfasts in Bali so that you can enjoy the amazing restaurants and cafés on offer around our accomodation. We will share meals together, or you’re welcome to explore on your own as well.

    All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) are included in Sumba at Alamayah.

Signature Experiences Included

Wellness recovery session at luxury Bali retreat — ice bath, steam and sauna at The Istana

CLIFFSIDE RECOVERY SESSION

Ice bath, steam, sauna & more at The Istana

Yin yoga class at Alchemy Bali — group yoga session on Holistic Escapes wellness retreat

YIN YOGA AT ALCHEMY

One of the O.G (and best) Bali studios

Woman in purple standing beneath a lush jungle waterfall in Bali

SACRED WATERFALL CEREMONY

Purification ceremony with a local guide

CHASING WATERFALLS

Hike into the heart of Sumba's jungle

Sound healing session at Pyramids of Chi Ubud — wellness activity on Bali pilates retreat

SOUND HEALING

At the iconic Pyramids of Chi in Ubud

Swimming with horses in Sumba — unique retreat experience on Bali and Sumba yoga retreat

SWIMMING WITH HORSES

One of those moments you'll never forget (add-on)

Where you’ll stay

  • Luxury tropical resort villa with private swimming pool at Bali yoga pilates retreat Indonesia ideal for wellness holidays

    5 Nights in our private Ubud villa

  • Luxury resort with swimming pool surrounded by thatched-roof cabanas, tropical plants, and tall palm trees, with a modern building featuring stone and white walls in the background, under a sunny sky.

    5 Nights in 5 Star Alamayah Sumba

  • Charming tropical A-frame villa accommodation at Bali yoga and pilates retreat Indonesia surrounded by lush jungle garden

    2 nights in Uluwatu in a gorgeous Balinese lumbung

  • Group yoga class on open-air wooden deck at Bali yoga and pilates retreat Indonesia under thatched bamboo pavilion with tropical garden

    Our private in villa yoga/pilates space

  • A luxurious outdoor patio with a large L-shaped sectional sofa, small palm trees in planters, and a thatched roof tiki hut, set against a lush tropical backdrop of palm trees and sunset sky.

    Our Ubud Villa

  • Indoor bathroom with a freestanding bathtub facing a large window with palm trees and ocean view, decorated with vases, books, and natural light.

    Alamayah (every room with a tub)

  • Aerial view of a backyard with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees, grassy areas, and shaded umbrellas. There are lounge chairs and a person swimming in the pool.

    Alamayah Sumba

  • Contemporary bedroom with wooden accents, sliding glass doors opening to greenery, bed with beige and white pillows, woven wall hanging, and natural decor.

    Stunning rooms in Ubud (twin & king available)

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  • "Everything just flowed. I didn't have to think about anything — just show up and enjoy."

    Susan, Australia

  • "It felt like a true community. The friendships, the shared meals, the energy — everything just clicked. Waking up to nature and moving through each day with intention was something really special. I honestly didn't want it to end."

    -Pippa, Australia

  • "From the moment I met Courtney, I felt completely at ease. Her warmth, authenticity, and passion for movement create such a special atmosphere. She has a way of encouraging you to push yourself while still honouring where you're at. Every class feels like a reset for both body and mind.

    — Emma T, USA

  • "There's something truly special about the way Courtney teaches. She creates a space where you feel supported, empowered and completely present. Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, you'll feel challenged, encouraged, and inspired."

    — Nicole, Portugal

Meet your host

Courtney Lanfranco

Founder, Holistic Escapes · Pilates & Yoga Teacher

Courtney has been travelling to Bali since she was 18. Not as a tourist — as someone who kept coming back, year after year, until she knew it the way locals do.

Over more than a decade of visits she's done the deep work of finding what Bali actually has to offer beneath the surface — the studios worth going out of your way for, the ceremonies that will stop you in your tracks, the hidden corners of Ubud that haven't made it onto anyone's highlight reel yet, the cliff-side spots in Uluwatu that most visitors walk straight past. She's also watched the island change — and knows exactly how to navigate it so you experience the real Bali, not the tourist version of it.

A few years ago, Courtney discovered Sumba — and hasn't stopped talking about it since. Raw, remote and almost entirely untouched, it's everything Bali once was before the crowds arrived. Bringing guests there for the first time is one of her favourite things about this retreat.

Before founding Holistic Escapes, Courtney spent years as a flight attendant — seeing the world, but burning out quietly in the process. Yoga and pilates brought her back to herself, and it's been the thread running through everything she does since. Now she travels in a way that leaves her more replenished than when she left — and that's exactly what she designs for every guest who joins her.

With 10+ years of immersion in movement and holistic healing — and qualifications in Pilates Mat, 200hr and 300hr Yoga Teacher Training, Yin & Restorative Yoga, Breathwork and Somatic Mind-Body Healing — she brings both depth of knowledge and a rare warmth to every session. Guests consistently say her classes exceed every expectation and that from the moment you land to the moment you leave, you feel completely taken care of.

Is this retreat right for me?

This retreat is for you if:

You've been to Bali before and want to experience it the way most visitors never do — the studios, the ceremonies, the hidden corners that don't make it onto everyone’s travel reel

You're curious about Sumba and the idea of somewhere truly remote, untouched and extraordinary appeals to you on a level you can't quite explain

You want a trip that moves — two islands, two completely different worlds, one seamless journey that leaves you feeling like you've really been somewhere

You're ready to move your body every day in the most beautiful settings on earth — and wind down properly every evening

You're a woman who travels solo and wants the safety, community and warmth of a small curated group (most guests on this retreat travel solo)

You want to come home feeling lighter, stronger and genuinely restored — not like you need a holiday from your holiday

You're done with tourist traps and generic resort retreats and want someone who actually knows Bali to show you what it's really about

Travelling solo? You’re in great company

The majority of guests on the Wanderlust Wellness Escape travel solo — and it's one of the things that makes this retreat so special. There's something about moving through two extraordinary islands together that accelerates connection in a way a single-location retreat simply can't. By the time you reach Sumba, these feel like people you've known for years.

Twin share guests are matched with a compatible roommate. We take this seriously — we consider travel style, sleep habits and personality, and in over a decade of running retreats, our matches have consistently become some of the strongest friendships formed on the trip.

If you'd prefer your own room throughout, single occupancy is available at each part. Either way, you'll never navigate any of this alone.

Investment

Join for one week or experience both

Just one room remaining

  • Twin share — US$1,599 per person

    Single occupancy — US$2,249 (US$1,599 + US$650 supplement)

    $500 USD deposit secures your space Flexible payment plans available · Final balance due 90 days before departure

  • Twin share — US$2,299 per person

    Single occupancy — US$3,099 (US$2,299 + US$800 supplement)

    $500 USD deposit secures your space Flexible payment plans available · Final balance due 90 days before departure

  • Twin share — US$3,699 per person

    Single occupancy — US$5,149 (US$3,699 + US$1,450 supplement)

    $1,000 USD deposit secures your space Flexible payment plans available · Final balance due 90 days before departure

Not sure which option is right for you? Email us at connect@holisticescapes.com.au and we'll help you find your perfect fit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our Bali and Sumba yoga retreat is designed to be flexible. You can join Bali only, Sumba only, or experience the full 13-day journey across both islands. Each part works beautifully as a standalone retreat — and the full Wanderlust Experience offers deeper immersion and transformation.

  • This retreat is led by Courtney Lanfranco — founder of Holistic Escapes and a certified yoga and pilates teacher with over a decade of experience leading small group retreats across Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Bali and Sumba.

    Courtney holds qualifications in 200hr and 300hr Yoga Teacher Training, Pilates Mat, Yin & Restorative Yoga, Breathwork, and Somatic Mind-Body Healing. She brings all of it into how she holds space on retreat — creating an experience that’s grounding, restorative, and genuinely transformative.

    Learn more about Courtney

  • Not at all. This Bali yoga and pilates retreat welcomes all levels — complete beginners through to experienced practitioners. Every session has options to modify or progress so you work at exactly the right pace for your body.

  • We blend nervous-system-supportive yoga with strength-based pilates for a balanced and sustainable approach to movement. Morning sessions are energising, evening sessions are slow and grounding. No two days feel exactly the same.

  • This is not a traditional single-location Bali yoga retreat. While movement is central to every day, this experience also integrates immersive cultural experiences, adventure, rest and nervous system support — across two of Indonesia's most extraordinary islands.

  • We intentionally balance guided experiences with free time throughout the Bali and Sumba retreat — so you can rest, explore, receive a massage, or simply do nothing at all. This is your escape. You set the pace.

THE EXPERIENCE

  • Fly into Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali (DPS). This is the main international airport for Bali and has direct flights from most major Australian cities. We'll send full flight guidance in your welcome pack once you're booked.

  • Sumba is approximately a 1.5 hour domestic flight from Bali — short enough to feel seamless, far enough to feel like a completely different world. We handle all internal transfers and help guide you to book your domestic flight between the two islands as part of the full Wanderlust Experience.

  • Yes — travel insurance is compulsory for all Holistic Escapes retreats. We recommend comprehensive cover including medical, cancellation and travel delay. Please arrange this before your final payment is due.

TRAVEL & LOGISTICS

  • Your Bali and Sumba wellness retreat includes all accommodation across both islands, daily yoga and pilates sessions, breakfast daily in Bali, full board in Sumba, curated cultural experiences, signature wellness experiences and full in-destination support throughout.

  • Flights, travel insurance (compulsory), lunches and dinners in Bali, optional spa treatments and personal expenses are not included in your retreat investment.

  • In Bali, daily breakfast is included with the flexibility to explore Uluwatu and Ubud's incredible café scene for other meals. In Sumba at Alamayah, all meals are included — think farm-to-table dining in one of Indonesia's most beautiful settings.

ACCOMMODATION & INCLUSIONS

  • A US$500 deposit per part secures your space immediately (US$1,000 for the full Wanderlust Experience). Your room is confirmed upon receipt of deposit with our secure travel booking partner Perfect Travel Group. Flexible payment plans are available with the final balance due 90 days before departure.

  • Once booked you'll receive welcome information covering everything — detailed retreat information, flight guidance, what to pack, visa requirements, health preparation and direct access to Courtney throughout your journey.

  • Deposits and payments are non-refundable. We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance to cover any changes to your plans. Full terms and conditions are available on our booking terms page.

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