Welcome from Matthew Fox

Awakening the Divine Human:  An Immersion in the Living Wisdom of Creation Spirituality

 …a week-long retreat in Sardinia, Italy,  May  25-30, 2026

Join us on the sacred island of Sardinia for a deeply immersive 6-day retreat rooted in the teachings of Matthew Fox, C.G. Jung, and the ancient wisdom of the land. Set along the turquoise shores and among the Neolithic sites of this timeless Mediterranean island, this retreat invites you into a transformative journey of reconnection—with Earth, Self, Gender, and the Divine.

Four Paths. One Sacred Journey.

Guided by the four paths of Creation Spirituality, you will move through earth-based practices, sacred movement, ritual, creative processes, and soul-deep inquiry. Our daily themes are drawn from the classical elements (Earth, Water, Air, Fire) each paired with a spiritual path and embodied through:

•          Pilgrimages to Neolithic sacred sites

•          Somatic movement and archetypal embodiment

•          Creative art as meditation

•          Active imagination and transpersonal psychology

•          Rituals and ceremonies rooted in ancient mysticism

•          Lectures and dialogues for integrative insight, including conversations with Matthew Fox.

This is more than an experiential seminar. It is an initiation; a return to embodied wisdom, archetypal integration, and spiritual wholeness. A powerful tool to go deep and gather the energy to confront” the dark night of the soul,” “the dark night of the Earth,” and “the dark night of democracy” (M.Fox).

Who is this for?

This is a space for:

•          Seekers of spiritual and personal transformation

•          Therapists, artists, activists, and changemakers

•          Those ready to explore gender archetypes and healing beyond binaries

•          Anyone longing to remember their place in the sacred web of life

No prior experience is required, only a willing heart and a curious spirit.

The retreat will be held in English, with translation in Italian for those requiring it.

The Setting: Northern Sardinia

Sardinia hosts the largest number of Neolithic sacred sites on earth, and is still visibly punctuated by thousands of Bronze-age structures called “nuraghi”. The local culture is still deeply connected to its ancestral roots.

Sardinia is also an amazing land of biodiversity, pristine landscapes, and crystal-clear waters. The hotel Portoconte lays directly on the sea, with its private beach, and is immersed in a forest of maritime pines. Its comfortable, modern rooms, are double or single occupancy, with bathroom en-suite.

You’ll be nourished by sun, sea, and sacred land. Italian and Sardinian traditional food will be served. The retreat includes guided visits to Neolithic sanctuaries where we will engage in ceremonial practices and ancestral reconnection.

This is the main location of the seminar: www.hotelportoconte.it

The Journey: (scroll down for the detailed daily schedule)

Day 1 – May 25 — Arrival & Opening Circle

Day 2 – May 26 —  EARTH / Via Positiva: embodiment and identity

This day will include a physical immersion in natural open-air thermal pools.

Day 3 – May 27 — WATER / Via Negativa: letting go and dissolving

This day will include a vision-quest practice in ancient caves and a ritual at a holy well.

Day 4 – May 28 — AIR / Via Creativa: overcoming dualisms

Afternoon free: possibility of visiting the Neptune Caves

Day 5 – May 29 — FIRE / Via Transformativa: rebuilding and connecting

The afternoon will be spent with the creation of the evening ritual and/or with a visit to Alghero

Day 6 – May 30 — Closing Circle & Departures

In the morning: ceremonies at the sanctuary of Monte d’Accodi

The Team:

You’ll be guided by an experienced interdisciplinary team deeply involved with Creation Spirituality.

Gianluigi Gugliermetto - theologian, spiritual leader

Claudia Picardi - art therapist

 Meshi Chavez - dancer

Nadine Keller - somatic therapist

Mario Bonfanti - holistic practictioner

Prices: Prices will be converted to USDollars during checkout.

We are able to offer the whole package at the price of 1500 Euros per person if you enroll before January 31, 2026.

The price includes: the seminar, accommodation in a double room, three meals per day, entrance tickets to sites, transportation to sites as well as from and to the airport of Alghero.

The price does not include: airfare, beverages, or extra trips.

The early discount price is 1,500 Euros (double room) or 1,900 Euros (single room).

After January 31, 2026, the price is 1,700 Euros (double room) or 2100 Euros (single room).

Note: each guest will have to pay 20 Euros in cash to the city of Alghero (tourist tax) upon arrival.

Le persone residenti in Italia hanno diritto a uno sconto di 250 Euro sul prezzo complessivo; questo sconto è stato calcolato sulla base della disparità del guadagno medio tra USA e Italia.
Per informazioni in italiano, si prega di scrivere a info@misticaevolutiva.it 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will Matthew Fox teach in this retreat?

Yes, Matthew Fox will be dialoguing with the participants, joining online. More precisely, there will be three 90-minute sessions with him.

Will I be able to enjoy the beach?

Yes, the beach as well as the pool will be available to you during the several breaks and times for reflection.

Will I be able to visit Alghero and other cities on my own?

Yes, you could visit the city of Alghero on the afternoon of May 28 or May 29 (among other options); it might be slightly more challenging for you to organize a visit to other towns. We will briefly visit the city of Sassari as a group on May 26.

Will I be able to eat elsewhere than the hotel?

Yes, but you will find other options only in the city of Alghero (by taxi 15 minutes, or by bus 30 minutes).

Will I be able to fly into Alghero directly from the USA?

No, but there are several options of flights from the major European hubs to Alghero (you don’t need to land in Italy before landing in Sardinia).

Is it possible to arrive one or more days earlier, or to stay one or more days later?

YES, you need to contact the hotel after February 1 (it is closed in January). Remember to mention that you want the same room, even though we cannot guarantee it.

Do I need to book a taxi from the airport to the hotel?

NO, the hotel provides free shuttles, as long as they are informed in time about your arrival time.

Are the sites easy to walk around?

YES, we have chosen sites without steep paths; however, you need to be able to walk up to 30 minutes.

THE DAILY SCHEDULE

Day 1 – Monday, May 25 — Arrivals during the day & Opening Circle at 6:00pm - Dinner 8:00pm

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Day 2 – Tuesday, May 26 —  EARTH / Via Positiva: embodiment and identity

8:00am breakfast

9:00am trip to Museo Sanna in the city of Sassari (relating to ancestors, questioning one's identity)

12noon box lunch

1:00pm trip to Thermal Pools of St. Saturninus (awakening the senses, enjoying one's bodily life)

5:00 pm sharing circles

6:00pm Conversation with Matthew Fox on via positiva

8:00pm dinner

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Day 3 – May 27 — WATER / Via Negativa: letting go and dissolving

8:00am breakfast

9:00am trip to Necropolis Anghelu Ruju (vision quest, letting be)

12noon box lunch

1:00pm trip to Sacred Well of St.Cristina (water ritual, letting go)

5:00 pm sharing circles

6:00pm Conversation with Matthew Fox on via negativa

8:00pm dinner

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Day 4 – May 28 — AIR / Via Creativa: overcoming dualisms

8:00am breakfast

9:00am Art-as-meditation (letting images come up and dance)

12:30pm luncheon

Afternoon free: possibility of visiting the Neptune Caves - this trip will eventually be arranged independently by the hotel for those interested

5:00 pm sharing circles

6:00pm Conversation with Matthew Fox on via creativa and via transformativa

8:00pm dinner

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Day 5 – May 29 — FIRE / Via Transformativa: rebuilding and connecting

8:00am breakfast

9:00am Circles and plenary on social engagement

12:30pm luncheon

The afternoon will be spent with the creation of the evening ritual and/or with a visit to Alghero

8:00pm dinner

9:30pm night ritual

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Day 6 – May 30 — Closing Circle & Departures

8:00am breakfast

9:00am Trip and ceremonies at Monte d'Accodi

12:30pm luncheon

2:00pm departures

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