Retreat Dates
Destination Overview
Valdivia is one of southern Chile’s most charming river cities, known for its waterfront setting, historic character, lush landscapes, and creative energy. The city has a slower, thoughtful rhythm that makes it ideal for focused work, while still offering plenty to explore once the laptop closes. Guests can move between deep work sessions, river walks, local cafés, markets, and nature-filled afternoons. This retreat is designed for professionals who want structure, community, and a fresh perspective in a relaxed southern Chilean city.
Getting There
Guests traveling from outside Chile should fly first into Santiago International Airport. From Santiago, the easiest route is a domestic flight to Pichoy Airport near Valdivia, followed by a group transfer into the city. Pichoy Airport is located outside the city, so retreat transportation will be coordinated for guests arriving by air. Guests already traveling within Chile may also reach Valdivia by bus or car, depending on their itinerary.
What's Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- Breakfast at hotel
- Daily movement, including yoga, river walks, mobility, or light hiking
- Dedicated deep work sessions each day
- Evening networking sessions
- One unique destination excursion: guided river and nature experience, such as a Valdivia river boat tour, coastal visit, or nearby nature reserve excursion
- Airport transfer from Pichoy Airport, if applicable
- Welcome kit and retreat materials
Sample Schedule
Sunday — Arrival & Welcome
3:00 – 6:00 PM Guest arrivals and check-in
6:00 – 6:45 PM Optional arrival movement: gentle riverfront walk and stretch
7:00 – 8:00 PM Welcome session, retreat orientation, and goal setting
8:00 – 9:30 PM Casual welcome dinner
Monday — Start of the Work Week
7:30 – 8:15 AM Morning movement: yoga and mobility
8:15 – 9:15 AM Breakfast at hotel
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Deep work session
12:30 – 2:00 PM Lunch break
2:00 – 4:30 PM Deep work session
4:30 – 6:30 PM Free time for a river walk or café visit
7:00 – 8:30 PM Evening networking session
Tuesday — River Focus Day
7:30 – 8:15 AM Morning movement: riverfront walk
8:15 – 9:15 AM Breakfast at hotel
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Deep work session
12:30 – 2:00 PM Lunch break
2:00 – 4:30 PM Deep work session
5:00 – 6:30 PM Optional visit to the river market, cafés, or Isla Teja
7:00 – 8:30 PM Evening networking session
Wednesday — Creativity & City Rhythm
7:30 – 8:30 AM Morning movement: mobility, stretch, and breathwork
8:30 – 9:30 AM Breakfast at hotel
9:45 AM – 12:45 PM Deep work session
12:45 – 2:15 PM Lunch break
2:15 – 4:45 PM Deep work session
5:00 – 6:30 PM Free time to explore Valdivia’s waterfront or local shops
7:00 – 8:30 PM Evening networking session
Thursday — Deep Work & River Town Reset
7:30 – 8:15 AM Morning movement: riverfront walk
8:15 – 9:15 AM Breakfast at hotel
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Deep work session
12:30 – 2:00 PM Lunch break
2:00 – 4:30 PM Deep work session
5:00 – 6:30 PM Optional river walk, brewery visit, or downtime
7:00 – 8:30 PM Evening networking session
Friday — Work Week Wrap-Up & River Excursion
7:30 – 8:00 AM Morning movement: gentle yoga
8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast at hotel
9:15 AM – 12:00 PM Deep work session
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch break
1:00 – 6:00 PM Destination excursion: guided river and nature experience
7:00 – 8:30 PM Closing dinner and retreat wrap-up
Saturday — Departure
Guest departures and check-out.