Welcome to Slow travel
in untouched Italy

Savour the moment.
Season the soul.

Our retreats invite you
into the heart of Italian culture, where farm-to-table feasts,
historic villages and breathtaking landscapes become a backdrop
for connection, community
and quiet transformation.

Our 2027 Retreats

  • Stone patio with outdoor furniture, including two benches, a round table, and a seating area with an umbrella, surrounded by potted plants and trees, with a scenic landscape in the background.

    The Spring Table: Tuscany & Umbria

    SOLD OUT
    22nd - 28th May, 2027

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    The Summer Table: Journey through Eastern Sicily

    SOLD OUT
    5th-11th June, 2027

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  • The Summer Table: Journey through Eastern Sicily

    14th-20th June, 2027
    📍Depart from Catania Airport

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  • The Autumn Table: Harvest in Eastern Sicily

    1st-7th September 2027
    📍Depart Catania Airport

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  • The Winter Harvest: Country Weekends in The Granite Belt

    Multiple Dates July 2027
    Tour Departs: Brisbane

    COMING SOON!

What our guests are saying…

  • "Grace is a very unique women, knowledgeable, empathetic, kind and inspirational!"

    I have just had a magical week in Umbria with Grace. She found the most bespoke experiences and arranged for us to go off truffle hunting, a flower farm visit where we picked our own flowers and then made an arrangement to take back with us, a visit to a goats cheese farm with the most amazing cheeses….visits to olive groves to meet the family and wineries.
    The villa we stayed in was amazing. Very comfortable and chic. The beds amazing. The view to die for. Fantastic heated pool and a private chef to cook for us, pizza night,sip and paint, the little touches went on and on .
    What a great bunch of women to spend time with, so much laughter and shared life experiences.
    The trip were leisurely paced followed by lunch and wine. Free time spend back at the villa. Truly bespoke. Grace is a very unique women, knowledgeable, empathetic, kind and inspirational.
    Bring on the next trip!

    -Alison, Brisbane Australia

  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

    I’ve just had the most wonderful week in Umbria with Seasons to Gather.
    Right from the very start being met at Rome airport to the end.
    Our beautiful villa was our home sanctuary, spacious, elegant and very comfortable…especially the beds! The view, well that was inspirational and utterly beautiful.
    After a freshly prepared breakfast we set off on our daily travels, content and unhurried.
    We visited wonderful locations and were immersed in the real culture of the region with local family businesses producing wine, olive oil and cheeses, visiting hilltop medieval towns with spectacular views and eating delicious lunches under ancient olive trees in dappled sunshine, all with lots of laughter and stories shared with my absolutely lovely gorgeous travelling companions.
    Grace is a very special lady, warm, kind, very approachable, extremely knowledgeable, nurturing and fun.
    I’m returning home not only inspired by my experiences and the things I’ve learnt along the way but thankful for the beautiful women I had the pleasure to share it with ❤️

    —Penny, London UK

  • "10/10 Recommend this retreat more to anyone wanting to see a really authentic side of Italy."

    This was such an incredible experience. 6 days with a small group of other really lovely women wanting to explore the hidden gems of Umbria and Tuscany. The trip was so well curated, Grace took us to some of the most magical and authentic places I wouldn’t have known to go to without her. The local sheep’s farm, truffle hunting and olive grove were highlights! The incredible Villa - 10/10 ⭐️ everything from enjoying a swim at the villa to eating a feast prepared by the private chef to opening our custom tote bags - every detail was so thoughtfully considered, it was a truly beautiful and bespoke experience. I couldn’t recommend this retreat more to anyone wanting to see a really authentic side to the Umbrian country side, or who wants to travel and connect with other women. Bring stretchy pants! Because the food and wine is phenomenal!! I’ll definitely be booking in for her Sicily tour next.

    -Ella, Perth Australia.

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Meet Grace, your host.

Born in London, raised in Australia, and now a girl mum living between Italy and Australia, I’ve always been drawn to the ways food and travel bring people together. After years in airlines, fine dining and interior design, I realised my true passion lies in connection around the table, in culture, and through shared experiences.
Pressing pause on my corporate career, I’ve embraced a slower, more intentional way of living. Seasons to Gather is an extension of that dream with intimate retreats shaped by food, wine, tradition, and the joy of slowing down. Together, we’ll experience travel season by season, from long tables under olive trees to truffle hunts in the hills, creating memories that nourish both heart and plate.
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