Rest & Receive — South of France
Elegance • Pleasure • Deep Renewal
A Luxury Retreat with Farhad Khan & Lindsay Collins
September 26 – October 7, 2027
Provence Château + Rhône River Cruise
THE EXPERIENCE
An Invitation into Beauty, Slowness, and Connection
There is a way of living in the South of France that feels almost timeless.
Mornings unfold slowly. Light lingers longer. Meals become moments to savour, not rush.
This journey is an invitation into that rhythm.
Not simply to visit — but to soften into it.
To reconnect with yourself, with others, and with the quiet beauty that exists when life is given space.
Blending refined travel with meaningful retreat experiences, this is a journey designed to nourish your body, calm your nervous system, and awaken a deeper sense of presence.
YOUR HOSTS
Led by Heart, Guided by Experience
Farhad Khan
MEDITATION TEACHER · SOUND HEALER · RETREAT GUIDE
Farhad Khan is an internationally respected meditation teacher, sound healer, and retreat facilitator known for deeply immersive sound journeys and transformational retreat experiences.
With nearly two decades of experience guiding individuals and groups worldwide, Farhad blends meditation, breathwork, yoga, and vibrational sound healing to create powerful spaces for presence, healing, and inner clarity. His work draws from multiple traditions including classical meditation practices, breathwork, and embodied yoga.
Kate Harlow
THE UNSCRIPTD WOMAN • TRANSFORMATIONAL GUIDE
Kate Harlow is the founder of The Unscriptd Woman and creator of the Expanded Love Coaching Method, a transformational body of work that has supported hundreds of thousands of women in breaking free from societal scripts around love, relationships, and identity. With over fifteen years of experience as a coach and facilitator, Kate leads powerful conversations and reflective experiences that help participants deepen self-trust, reconnect with their authentic voice, and courageously step into more liberated and aligned lives.
Akiko Shirai
CONSCIOUSNESS GUIDE · EMBODIEMENT FACILITATOR
Originally from Japan, Akiko is a consciousness guide and embodiment facilitator devoted to helping people remember their authentic essence. Her work supports individuals in recognizing and transforming inherited energetic patterns from family, ancestors, and past experiences. Through intuitive movement, breathwork, channelling, toning, and BodyAwake Yoga, she helps participants reconnect with their original resonance and inner wisdom. Returning to her homeland for this retreat, Akiko bridges ancient Japanese cultural wisdom with modern consciousness practices.
PART 1 · Spring 2027
Okinawa — The Island of Longevity
Our journey begins in Okinawa, one of the world's five Blue Zones — a place where longevity, simplicity, and harmony with nature have guided everyday life for centuries.
Surrounded by turquoise waters and lush subtropical landscapes, Okinawa offers a profound sense of calm that is felt immediately upon arrival.
The island’s pristine beaches, dramatic ocean cliffs, and hidden waterfalls create a natural sanctuary unlike anywhere else in Japan.
Here we slow down and reconnect — inviting presence, simplicity, and deep attunement to nature.
Our days unfold with sunrise beach meditation, waterfall hikes through ancient forests, and immersive cultural experiences honouring Okinawa’s unique heritage.
Experiences may include:
✦ Waterfall hikes through lush subtropical forests
✦ Beach meditation and ocean rituals at sunrise
✦ Daily yoga and gentle movement practices
✦ Sound healing journeys with crystal bowls and gongs
✦ Reiki and energy healing sessions
✦ Traditional Okinawan cooking class
✦ Cultural exploration of island villages
Blue Zone Living · Waterfall Hikes · Ocean Meditation · Ryukyuan Culture
The Sacred Heart of Japan
PART 2 · Spring 2027
Kyoto — Temples, Culture & Cherry Blossoms
After our time by the sea, we travel to the cultural and spiritual heart of Japan — arriving in Kyoto during the breathtaking cherry blossom season.
Kyoto during cherry blossom season reveals the city at its most enchanting.
Soft pink sakura petals drift through centuries-old temple grounds, quiet canal paths, and serene Zen gardens.
During this phase of the retreat we explore Kyoto’s sacred rhythm through temple visits, cultural immersion, tea ceremonies, and moments of quiet reflection.
It is here that the journey deepens into stillness, gratitude, and remembrance.
Experiences may include:
✦ Historic temple and sacred shrine visits
✦ Zen garden contemplation and walking meditation
✦ Morning meditation and mindful movement
✦ Cultural walking tours through historic Kyoto
✦ Farm-to-table traditional Japanese cuisine
✦ TeamLab immersive digital art experience
✦ Sound healing journeys and integration practices
Cherry Blossoms · Zen Gardens · Temple Visits · Tea Ceremony
A Glimpse of the Journey
Each day unfolds with intention — balancing guided practice, cultural immersion, and generous time to rest, explore, and simply be.
Arrival in Okinawa
Arrive at our ocean sanctuary, settle into your suite, and gather for an opening evening of connection and intention.
Ocean Meditation & Blue Zone Living
Begin the day by the sea with meditation, movement, and a gentle introduction to Okinawa’s rhythm of longevity and ease.
Waterfall Pilgrimage
Journey into Okinawa’s lush subtropical landscape for a waterfall hike and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Journey to Kyoto
Travel onward to Kyoto, where ancient temples, quiet ritual, and cherry blossom season invite a new depth of reflection.
Temple Ritual & Tea Ceremony
Experience Kyoto’s sacred beauty through temple visits, tea ceremony, and contemplative moments woven through the day.
Closing Ceremony
Our final gathering — a space for gratitude, integration, and honoring all that has been awakened through the journey.
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
Your Accommodations
OKINAWA
Hyakuna Garan
Perched along the cliffs of Okinawa’s main island, overlooking the East China Sea, Hyakuna Garan is an intimate oceanfront sanctuary rooted in the beauty and stillness of traditional Ryukyuan design.
For this journey, the entire property has been privately reserved for our group.
For six nights, this extraordinary space becomes our home—a secluded haven where every moment is shared within a like-minded community, free from outside guests or distractions.
Each suite offers expansive ocean views and a private terrace, inviting you to wake with the sunrise and unwind to the sound of the sea. Below, a private beach offers a quiet place to walk, reflect, and connect with the natural rhythm of the ocean.
Throughout the property, meditation gardens, open-air terraces, and refined dining spaces create an atmosphere of quiet elegance and deep presence.
This is where the journey begins.
A place to slow down.
To reconnect.
To settle into the rhythm of nature and the sea.
Surrounded by panoramic views, held within an intentionally intimate setting, and grounded by the energy of the ocean, Hyakuna Garan offers the perfect environment for rest, renewal, and transformation.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
What's Included
Retreat Experiences
Daily yoga, meditation & breathwork
Sound healing journeys with crystal bowls and gongs
Reiki and energy practices
Creative movement and embodiment practices
Empowerment sessions and authentic voice work
Guided reflections and integration sessions
Traditional tea ceremonies
Private 1:1 sessions with facilitators (available at an additional cost)
Luxury Accommodations
6 nights in ocean-view suites at Hyakuna Garan (Okinawa)
5 nights in elegant rooms at Kyoto
Luxury wellness-focused properties with refined hospitality
Sauna, spa facilities, and wellness amenities
Domestic flight between Okinawa and Kyoto (for guests joining both Part I & Part II)
Curated Khan Wellness Gift Bag
Not Included
International flights to and from Japan
Travel insurance (required)
Extra spa treatments beyond the daily included treatment
Personal purchases, souvenirs, and additional excursions
Alcoholic beverages
Meals outside of the retreat programming
Nourishing Cuisine
Farm-to-table Okinawan cuisine in Part I
Farm-to-table Japanese cuisine in Part II
Japanese cooking class experience
Daily meals featuring local, seasonal ingredients
FOR YOU
A Sacred Journey Through Japan
This retreat is for those seeking beauty, meaning, and connection.
Whether you are drawn to the healing power of sound, the wisdom of ancient traditions, or simply ready for something deeper than a vacation, this journey invites you to experience Japan with presence and profound intention.
“This was one of the most meaningful travel experiences of my life.”
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
Join the Priority Waitlist
Japan has long been a place of pilgrimage — a land where nature, ritual, and silence invite us to remember who we are.
This retreat will be intentionally limited to a small group to preserve depth and intimacy.
Priority waitlist members receive first access when registration opens.
Questions? Reach out at info@studio11wellness.com
View our Retreat FAQ for booking, cancellation, and policy details.