About The Retreat

Restore & Rebalance: A Wellness Retreat in the Heart of Umbria. Join us from the 1th –19th September at Santa Cristina Castle.

Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in five days of healing, connection, and renewal at our Restore & Rebalance wellness retreat. Set in a serene 17th-century castle estate in the rolling hills of Umbria, this experience is designed to nourish your body, calm your mind, and awaken your spirit.

Through a thoughtful blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, morning detox routines, sound baths, breathwork, and time to simply be, you’ll release what no longer serves you and create space for deep restoration. Enjoy nourishing meals inspired by the Medical Medium cleanse, morning Qi Gong by the pool, and evenings to unwind in the quiet beauty of the countryside.

Whether you’re seeking clarity, balance, or simply a pause to reconnect with yourself, this retreat offers the perfect setting and guidance to help you leave feeling lighter, centred and inspired.

Activities / classes

Daily Scheduled Activities (Sept 15–19)

• Morning Hydration & Detox Routine
• Lemon water on an empty stomach
• Celery juice 15–30 minutes later
• Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie before or with breakfast
• Qi Gong, Breathwork & Sound Work
• Daily Qi Gong flows (Meridian Wake‑Up, Centering Meditation, Facial Qi Gong)
• Breathwork & Sound Baths integrated throughout
• Sound Resonance Acupuncture and Meditation evenings
• Guided Workshops & Circles
• Sunset Welcome Circle with herbal elixir
• “Glow from Within” TCM‑based skin health workshop
• Five Element Integration Circle
• Reflection & Farewell Circle
• Guided Herbal Walk & Field Diagnosis (reading the land)

Additional Activities

• Private Healing Modalities
• Acupuncture
• Herbal consultations
• Fire cupping
• Gua Sha,
• Moxibustion
• Massage
• Tennis court
• E‑bike rental for exploring grounds
• Horseback Riding

Local Excursions & Experiences

• Fra Viaco scenic excursion with lakeside lunch
• Wine tasting at nearby vineyards (Pitigliano, Orvieto, Gradoli)
• Boat rental on Lake Bolsena
• Visits to Orvieto’s medieval town & Duomo
• Optional thermal‑bath trips (Sorana, Fonteverde, Saturnia, Terme dei Papi, Chianciano)

Teachers / instructors

Jasmine Lister, L.Ac.
Founder & Wellness Guide

I’m Jasmine Lister — a licensed acupuncturist, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, and passionate advocate for holistic healing and deep restoration. With over a decade of experience working with diverse clients around the world — from luxury retreats in St. Barths to underserved communities — I bring a grounded, intuitive, and compassionate approach to every experience I lead.

At the Restore & Rebalance retreat, I’ll be guiding you through the wellness aspects of our journey: morning detox routines inspired by the Medical Medium, gentle Qi Gong flows, breathwork, sound healing, and Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies. I’ll also hold space for group workshops and offer one-on-one treatments such as acupuncture, fire cupping, herbal consultations, and more for those who wish to go deeper.

My mission is to help you release what no longer serves you, reconnect to your own vitality, and leave feeling balanced, clear, and inspired — in body, mind, and spirit.

Schedule / Typical day

Day 1 — Arrival & Grounding
Arrival & check‑in at Santa Cristina Castle

Welcome herbal elixir

Grounding Qi Gong & breath reset

Sunset welcome circle

Day 2 — Clearing & Centering
Morning hydration & detox routine: lemon water, celery juice, heavy metal detox smoothie

Meridian Wake‑Up Qi Gong

Centering meditation

Guided herbal walk & field diagnosis (reading the land)

Private healing sessions (optional)

Sound resonance acupuncture & meditation

Day 3 — Glow from Within
Morning hydration & detox routine

Facial Qi Gong

Workshop: “Glow from Within” — TCM‑based skin health & radiance

Afternoon leisure or private healing sessions

Sound bath & breathwork session

Day 4 — Integration & Reflection
Morning hydration & detox routine

Qi Gong flow & Five Elements integration circle

Free time for optional excursions: horseback riding, e‑biking, vineyard visit, lake trip, or thermal baths

Farewell circle

Day 5 — Departure
Morning hydration & detox routine

Closing reflection & departure

Food / Cuisine

Each morning, we’ll start with a nourishing breakfast that complements the Medical Medium 3-6-9 cleanse:

• Warm lemon water to wake up your system.
• Fresh celery juice about 15–30 minutes later to support liver detoxification.
• Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie featuring wild blueberries, spirulina, barley grass juice powder, cilantro, and more — to help remove toxins and provide clean energy.
• Plus other light, hydrating, and plant-based options to keep you energized and balanced.
• Breakfast is included each day as part of your retreat package.
• For lunch and dinner, guests are invited to enjoy the castle’s exquisite culinary offerings or explore local options at their own expense.
• The castle restaurant serves a variety of regional and seasonal dishes with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
• Vegetarian and other dietary accommodations can often be made on request.

You’re welcome to join fellow guests for shared meals at the castle or enjoy quiet moments of reflection on your own — the choice is yours.

Lunch (€30 per person) & dinner (€40 per person) available by reservation at least 1 day ahead

• Lunch includes appetizer, first course, fruit/dessert, water, house wine
• Dinner includes first course, main course, side dish, fruit/dessert, water, house wine
• Extras (coffee, soda, spirits) are not included.

Location and how to get there

We are happy to arrange private transfers to and from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) once full payment for your retreat has been received. The journey from FCO to Castello di Santa Cristina is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, offering you a scenic introduction to the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Umbrian countryside.

Please coordinate your transfer needs with us at least two weeks prior to arrival to ensure availability.

The castle is uniquely situated at the crossroads of Umbria, Tuscany, and Lazio, making it an ideal base to experience the charm and culture of central Italy. Surrounded by medieval towns, vineyards, lakes, and thermal baths, it offers the perfect blend of seclusion and accessibility.

Retreat Price

Deposit (€500): by Aug 15

Early Bird balance (€1,750): by Aug 20

Regular balance (€1,850): by Aug 31

Rooms are on a first come, first serve basis. View here.

Included

• Private airport transfers (Rome Fiumicino – Castello di Santa Cristina) after full payment, coordinated 2+ weeks in advance
• 5 nights’ accommodation at the serene Santa Cristina Castle
• Daily morning detox & hydration routine:
• Warm lemon water & celery juice
• Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie
• Wholesome plant-based breakfast (8:30–10:00 am)
• Daily group classes & sound therapy:
• Qi Gong flows (Meridian Wake-Up, Facial, Centering)
• Breathwork & sound baths
• Sound resonance acupuncture & evening sound resets
• Guided herbal walk & field diagnosis—learning to “read the land”
• Workshops & integration circles, including your “Glow from Within” skin-health session
• Closing farewell reflection circle
• Use of castle amenities: tennis court, swimming pool, towels available for a small fee
• Optional à‑la‑carte healing treatments and local activities (pricing listed separately)

Not Included

While your retreat package includes accommodations, daily breakfast, morning detox routines, group wellness sessions, and use of select castle amenities — the following are not included in the retreat price:

• Airfare to and from Italy / Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
• Airport transfers (available upon request once full payment is received, at additional cost if outside of included group transfer schedule)
• Lunch & dinner at the castle (available for an additional fee; see menu & pricing)
• Additional drinks (coffee, soft drinks, spirits, etc.) beyond included water & house wine at meals
• Optional private healing sessions & treatments, such as acupuncture, cupping, massage, and herbal consultations
• Optional activities & rentals, such as horseback riding, e-bike rental, tennis equipment, and towel rental for the pool
• Excursions & entrance fees for local attractions, wine tastings, thermal baths, boat rentals, and guided trips
• Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
• Personal medical expenses or special dietary foods not provided by the castle

How to book

Visit the website for further information and booking. For any questions or queries, email Jasmine Lister here.