Contrattempo: the most useful setback you'll have this year

DATES

April 17-24, 2027 (8 days, 7 nights)
LOCATION
Farm stay at Monte Istulargiu, northern Sardinia

PRICE

€ 2490 per person

PLACES

12 places available

AT A GLANCE

Contrattempo is an eight-day retreat in northern Sardinia, designed for people who run all year long and feel the need to stop. We alternate deep work sessions, guided workshops and listening practices with experiences on the land: the sea around Asinara, horseback trails, bonfires at night.
Twelve people, one week off the usual beat, to go home with a clearer idea of what you're good at and where you want to go.

Is it for you?

This retreat is for you if you work a lot and rarely stop. If your head is full of ideas but you never find the time to develop them. If you feel your skills could give you more, but your routine leaves no room to figure out how. You don't need a specific project: all it takes is the will to stop, listen and get back in the game.

Wake-up and listening practice:

meditation, music and an introduction to the theme of the day.

Deep work:

focused work sessions, free from distractions.

Silent walk brainstorming:

walks in silence to let new ideas emerge.

Practice session / workshop:

guided work, sometimes on the beach.

Activities of your choice:

experiences on the land, between sea and countryside.

Bonfire talks:

the evening wrap-up, all together around the fire.

SCHEDULE

A typical day

8:00 – 9:00
Listening practice (meditation, music, intro to the theme)

9:00 – 10:00
Breakfast

10:00 – 13:00
Work / activities

13:00 – 14:00
Lunch

14:00 – 15:00
Silent walk / workshop

15:00 – 19:00
Work / activities

19:00 – 21:00
Dinner

21:00 – 22:00
Bonfire talks

PROGRAMME

What we'll do, day by day

🗓️ April 17

MAIN ACTIVITY
Arrivals and introduction to the retreat

LUNCH
–

DINNER
Welcome dinner

🗓️ April 18

MAIN ACTIVITY
Listening practice, visit to Castelsardo, beach workshop in Valledoria, bonfire

LUNCH
Out

DINNER
Dinner + bonfire

🗓️ April 19

AFTERNOON ACTIVITY
At the farm

LUNCH
At the farm

DINNER
Out

🗓️ April 20

MORNING ACTIVITY
Kayaking and snorkelling at Asinara

LUNCH
Out

DINNER
At the farm

🗓️ April 21

MORNING ACTIVITY
Horseback trekking

LUNCH
Out

DINNER
At the farm

🗓️ April 22

AFTERNOON ACTIVITY
Wine tasting

LUNCH
At the farm

DINNER
Out

🗓️ April 23

AFTERNOON ACTIVITY
Boat trip / kayaking at Asinara

LUNCH
At the farm

DINNER
Out

🗓️ April 24

MORNING ACTIVITY
Final recap and check-out

LUNCH
–

DINNER
–

The programme is indicative: in case of bad weather some activities may change, always with equally good alternatives.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ

Who leads the retreat?
Contrattempo is designed and led by Sara and Alessio, founders of Alfred Agency. During the week we'll also be joined by Guest Speakers (will be announced soon!)
7 nights at the farm stay, the meals listed in the programme, all sessions and workshops, the activities (kayaking, snorkelling, horseback trekking, wine tasting, boat trip), transport during the retreat, work materials and a welcome gift.
Travel to Sardinia (flight or ferry), personal expenses and anything not listed under "included".
The nearest airports are Alghero and Olbia; the nearest port is Porto Torres.
No. You can come with a project to develop or simply with the wish to understand where you're heading: the programme works for both.
Of course. The group is limited to 12 people and the days are designed to build trust and open conversation from the start.
Fill in the form at the bottom of the page: we'll get back to you with all the details on availability, payment and logistics.
Comfortable clothes, hiking shoes, swimwear, a jacket for the evenings (April nights can be cool), a notebook and, if you need it for work, your laptop.

DATES

April 17-24, 2027 (8 days, 7 nights)
LOCATION
Farm stay at Monte Istulargiu, northern Sardinia

PRICE

€ 2490 per person

PLACES

12 places available

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Fill in the form: we'll get back to you within 48 hours with all the details on availability, payment and travel arrangements. Your place is confirmed only once payment is received.
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