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A TOTAL BODY AND SOUL REBOOT IN ENGLAND'S MOST BEAUTIFUL COUNTY, CORNWALL
Bespoke tour to the edge of the earth in the waves of the ocean!
Art Retreat for 7 days
Art Retreat for 7 days
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
Tour Dates:
5-11 September
26 September 2 October
26 September 2 October
An art retreat programme for a complete reboot in England's most beautiful county, what's to expect:
THE WORLD IS YOUR CANVAS
- The mesmerising beauty of Cornwall, England's southernmost and most mysterious county;
- A whole week at the best spa hotel in St Ives, the city of artists.
- St Michael's Mount and Castle, a boat trip to it;
- Minack Theatre, located on a cliff overlooking the ocean;
- England's premier botanical gardens, Eden Project;
- The mysterious and enigmatic King Arthur's Castle;
- Accompaniment by a professional photographer;
- Accompaniment by an art historian;
- Sculpture parks, kayaking, photo sessions and photo workshops;
- Ocean walks, meditations and early morning yoga classes on the beach by the ocean.
We will teach you how to take resources from the beauty of the surrounding world and art, how to be fulfilled and live in harmony!
Duration of the programme is 7 days.
Start from London, Paddington Station
Duration of the programme is 7 days.
Start from London, Paddington Station
Dates 5-11 September и 26 September - 2 October
We start: on Monday in London (Paddington Train Station)
We finish: on Sunday in London (Paddington Train Station)
We start: on Monday in London (Paddington Train Station)
We finish: on Sunday in London (Paddington Train Station)
ART RETREAT BESPOKE DETAILED TOUR PROGRAMME
1 DAY: JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE WORLD
We meet in London at the famous Paddington station to embark on a fabulous journey to the very edge of England, to the ocean, to the city of artists and poets - St. Ives.
We arrive at the train station right on the ocean, from where we will go to the hotel to check in and freshen up from the road.
Over a delicious dinner, we will talk about art and the program that awaits us in the following days.
In the evening we will go on an art walk, during which everyone can relax, have fun and find inspiration in the surrounding beauty of architecture and nature.
A scenic drive through towns and English villages awaits us, with picturesque thatched roofs, endless green hills and white sheep.
1 DAY: JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE WORLD
We meet in London at the famous Paddington station to embark on a fabulous journey to the very edge of England, to the ocean, to the city of artists and poets - St. Ives.
A scenic drive through towns and English villages awaits us, with picturesque thatched roofs, endless green hills and white sheep.
We arrive at the train station right on the ocean, from where we will go to the hotel to check in and freshen up from the road.
In the evening we will go on an art walk, during which everyone can relax, have fun and find inspiration in the surrounding beauty of architecture and nature.
Over a delicious dinner, we will talk about art and the program that awaits us in the following days.
2 DAY: THE LAND OF SCULPTORS AND ARTISTS
We will continue our day in the workshop of one of the leading sculptors of the XX century - Barbara Hepworth. We will learn about her life, art and inspiration, after which a master class in photography will take place in the garden with a professional photographer who will teach us how to take incomparable photos.
We will start the new day with morning yoga and meditation, tuning in to the right wave for the day ahead.
After breakfast, we'll head to the Tate Museum of Modern Art, which is one of the world's premier museums. In the iconic gallery overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, we'll look at contemporary art from twentieth-century Britain.
Lunch by the ocean
We will end our day with dinner in pleasant company.
2 DAY: THE LAND OF SCULPTORS AND ARTISTS
We will start the new day with morning yoga and meditation, tuning in to the right wave for the day ahead.
After breakfast, we'll head to the Tate Museum of Modern Art, which is one of the world's premier museums. In the iconic gallery overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, we'll look at contemporary art from twentieth-century Britain.
We will have lunch in a wonderful place where we can enjoy fresh seafood or dishes for every taste.
We will continue our day in the workshop of one of the leading sculptors of the XX century - Barbara Hepworth. We will learn about her life, art and inspiration, after which a master class in photography will take place in the garden with a professional photographer who will teach us how to take incomparable photos.
We will end our day with dinner in pleasant company.
3 DAY: CASTLES AND THEATERS BY THE OCEAN
After the castle, we'll go to an evening performance at one of the world's most inaccessible theaters, Minack. Here, on a cliff top, by the ocean itself, the waves are splashing instead of a curtain. We'll be watching a play.
To get in the right mood for the day, we'll start it off with a morning meditation on the ocean.
Picnic on the beach, we'll talk about St Ives, its history and the artists who lived here. You can relax and enjoy the morning.
Afterwards, we'll visit England's most romantic spot, where in the middle of the ocean rises the breathtakingly beautiful castle of St Michael's Monastery. It can only be accessed at low tide, when a stone-paved pathway along the bottom of the bay finally reveals itself to visitors.
3 DAY: CASTLES AND THEATERS BY THE OCEAN
To get in the right mood for the day, we'll start it off with a morning meditation on the ocean.
Picnic on the beach, we'll talk about St Ives, its history and the artists who lived here. You can relax and enjoy the morning.
Afterwards, we'll visit England's most romantic spot, where in the middle of the ocean rises the breathtakingly beautiful castle of St Michael's Monastery. It can only be accessed at low tide, when a stone-paved pathway along the bottom of the bay finally reveals itself to visitors.
After the castle, we'll go to an evening performance at one of the world's most inaccessible theaters, Minak. Here, on a cliff top, by the ocean itself, the waves are splashing instead of a curtain. We'll be watching a play.
4 DAY: KAYAKING AND WALK WITH A PHOTOGRAPHER
A photo walk awaits us at sunset. You'll be able to take delightful shots and capture the scenery, accompanied by a professional photographer. We'll find a place of strength where we can gather important energy and resources for a long time to come!
Today we start our day with a delicious breakfast, followed by a walk on the ocean - kayaking! It's the perfect way to spend time for those who love nature, splashes of water and beauty. It's a trip guaranteed to leave you with a wealth of positive emotions and experiences.
In the evening, you'll relax over dinner, sharing the day's experiences.
After a busy trip, a delicious lunch awaits you.
4 DAY: KAYAKING AND WALK WITH A PHOTOGRAPHER
Today we start our day with a delicious breakfast, followed by a walk on the ocean - kayaking! It's the perfect way to spend time for those who love nature, splashes of water and beauty. It's a trip guaranteed to leave you with a wealth of positive emotions and experiences.
After a busy trip, a delicious lunch awaits you.
A photo walk awaits us at sunset. You'll be able to take delightful shots and capture the scenery, accompanied by a professional photographer. We'll find a place of strength where we can gather important energy and resources for a long time to come!
In the evening, you'll relax over dinner, sharing the day's experiences.
5 DAY: MEETING THE EIGHTH WONDER OF THE WORLD
We will devote this day to a walk through the eighth wonder of the world - the Eden project and a photography workshop. It is one of the largest botanical gardens in the world. We are waiting for tropical forests in the largest greenhouse in the world, walks among orange and lemon trees, as well as olive groves of the Mediterranean biome, which bloom under the Cornish sun.
We're off to lunch, during which we'll discuss the whole experience!
In the evening we can enjoy some free time spent relaxing or walking around the picturesque surroundings.
The legendary Tintagel Castle, whose mysterious history is closely intertwined with the legends of King Arthur. A castle whose ruins cling to the cliffs, the remains of the early Middle Ages.
5 DAY: MEETING THE EIGHTH WONDER OF THE WORLD
We will devote this day to a walk through the eighth wonder of the world - the Eden project and a photography workshop. It is one of the largest botanical gardens in the world. We are waiting for tropical forests in the largest greenhouse in the world, walks among orange and lemon trees, as well as olive groves of the Mediterranean biome, which bloom under the Cornish sun.
We're off to lunch, during which we'll discuss the whole experience!
The legendary Tintagel Castle, whose mysterious history is closely intertwined with the legends of King Arthur. A castle whose ruins cling to the cliffs, the remains of the early Middle Ages.
In the evening we can enjoy some free time spent relaxing or walking around the picturesque surroundings.
6 DAY: TO THE LAND'S END AND SCULPTURES
After a fragrant coffee, the road awaits us at the Land's End, which has been inspiring people since ancient times, when it was called the "Place of the Sun".
Return to St Ives, lunch, rest and free time.
Next, we'll head to the Tremenchere Sculpture Garden for a scenic tour of its surroundings. It features works by some of England's best contemporary sculptors and artists.
On our last night, not only will we have a delicious dinner, but also our own photo exhibition of the work we made during the trip.
An oceanfront meditation followed by a delicious breakfast!
6 DAY: TO THE LAND'S END
An oceanfront meditation followed by a delicious breakfast!
Next, we'll head to the Tremenchere Sculpture Garden for a scenic tour of its surroundings. It features works by some of England's best contemporary sculptors and artists.
After a fragrant coffee, the road awaits us at the Land's End, which has been inspiring people since ancient times, when it was called the "Place of the Sun".
On our last night, not only will we have a delicious dinner, but also our own photo exhibition of the work we made during the trip.
7 DAY: PARTING BUT NOT SAYING GOODBYE
In the morning you'll have the opportunity to spend some time on your own. Take a walk around the area, enjoy the local cuisine, buy some art by local artisans, or devote time to yourself.
Then, we take the train to London. A scenic journey awaits you, filled with vivid and unique scenery of the region for us to admire once again!
We arrive in London. Our program ends and we are left with lots of incredible memories, only positive impressions and beautiful pictures from fabulous Cornwall!
7 DAY: PARTING BUT NOT SAYING GOODBYE
In the morning you'll have the opportunity to spend some time on your own. Take a walk around the area, enjoy the local cuisine, buy some art by local artisans, or devote time to yourself.
Then, we take the train to London. A scenic journey awaits you, filled with vivid and unique scenery of the region for us to admire once again!
We arrive in London. Our program ends and we are left with lots of incredible memories, only positive impressions and beautiful pictures from fabulous Cornwall!
Your accompaniment: an experienced art historian and professional photographer
Aleksandra Imaikina, art historian, founder of the FIRUZZI project, graduate of the Sotheby's Institute of Art in London, art dealer and natural storyteller, will accompany you throughout your Cornwall journey. Traveling with Aleksandra, you will be able to realise your dream of unforgettable travels, to be filled with inspiration and harmony, as well as to find true friends and companions.
You'll have the unique opportunity to take stunning photos against the backdrop of Cornwall's seascapes and unique sunsets, accompanied by professional photographer Jana Spitzberg! Jana is a portrait photographer with more than 10 years of experience and a teacher of photography. She has been rated as one of the top fifteen photographers in Rome by MyWed, the world's largest photographic website for wedding photographers.
Gastronomic and cultural adventures…
St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa, the best spa-hotel in St Ives.
This hotel exemplifies the perfect harmony of beauty, comfort and quality service, with the staff taking care of your every need. The hotel is situated on the hillside of St Ives above Portminster Beach, where golden sand tints the blue of the endless ocean.
A luxurious spa hotel with a swimming pool and magnificent views over the bay. Here you can truly relax, forget your worries and enjoy the mesmerising beauty of the ocean and the hospitality of the English county.
The Terrace Bar & Restaurant serves seasonal dishes prepared with the freshest local produce. Original Cornish cream teas and local ales can be enjoyed in the spacious lounge bar or on the outdoor terrace.
The St Ives Harbour Spa includes an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, a sauna, a crystal-clear steam room, a state-of-the-art fitness suite and 4 treatment rooms. This is where the therapeutic teas made from local mountain herbs are prepared exclusively for guests (!).
GET A FULL PRESENTATION OF THE TOUR
29 pages in PDF format (details about Cornwall, tours, exhibitions, food, accommodation, pre-trip checklist, etc.) + detailed consultation
Prices and Offers
€3,490
Regular price
€2,990
Special price
*Your special discount of €500 is valid for bookings made before August 15, 2022
*Your special discount of €500 is valid for bookings made before August 15, 2022
Bespoke tour programme details
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Included
Not Included
Food
Flight (to London)
Additional options (extra fee)
Single room accommodation
Beach recreation, sports and entertainment
Food
Insurance
Individual photoshoots
Five-star oceanfront spa hotel (twin room)
Individual tour guides and lecturers
Accompanying the group by an art historian, art dealer
Kayaking
Online group support, booking and information research
Accompanying the group by a professional photographer
Photo exhibition
Entrance fees according to program: museums, exhibitions, gardens and parks
Train tickets: London - St Ives (round trip)
Yoga by the ocean
Photo workshops, practical tips and life hacks on mobile and professional photographer
Performance at the Minack Theater by the ocean
Transport for all group departures
Important! The organiser keeps the right to make changes to the programme, which won't affect its quality or lack on experience for quests.
Tour program dates in 2022
September
5-11 September
5-11 September
September - October
September 26 - October 02
September 26 - October 02
*Book your holiday today with deposit starting from 50% of the tour price.
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
ART&TRAVEL PROJECT
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