Add Ons
There are a variety of excursions and spa treatment that you can arrange with Ashley & Concierge at Ida Blue prior to your departure from the states. Activities are additional and prices vary depending on the excursions and size of the group and will be organized by the center upon arrival. The activities that we plan to organize are:
Sunrise · Altar of Zeus - A much-loved retreat ritual. Starting directly from Ida Blue, the walk is
approximately 3 km round trip.
Sunset Walk - A second viewpoint can be reached on an easy walk of approximately 2 km
round trip - ideal before dinner.
Adatepe Village - Stone lanes, olive groves and village life offer natural space between sessions
for quiet walks and unstructured time.
Wine & Cheese Experience - A curated tasting featuring selected regional wines and artisan cheeses.
Village & Farm Experience - A slower encounter with local producers and the agricultural traditions of Mount
Ida.
EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE- Ashley will Share Activity OPtions closer to the Departure for the Trip
BEFORE OR AFTER THE RETREAT YOU MAY DECIDE TO ADD ON DAYS. ReCOMMENDED STOPS ARE:
Assos - Ancient city, Temple of Athena and historic harbor.
Troy - One of the world's most important archaeological landscapes.
Mount Ida & Surrounding Villages - Local producers, olive groves and the living culture of the Northern Aegean.
Via Istanbul + Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) - Guests may connect through Istanbul to Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport. The domestic flight is approximately one hour. Private group transfer to Ida Blue can be researched and quoted once group size and flight details are known.
Private Road Transfer from Istanbul. The drive to Adatepe is approximately four hours, depending on traffic and departure point. Group vehicle options can also be researched upon request.
Transport group options will be provided by Ashley once your flights are confirmed.
Please contact ashley@jimbennitt.com for more information and to hold your spot! If you are interested in a roommate, we try our best to pair you up. Payment details are:
$1000 non-refundable deposit is due in order to hold your spot
50% of the remaining balance is due by Jan 15th, 2027
Full remaining balance is due by June 1st, 2027
If you would like to make monthly payments, Ashley can help set up a monthly payment plan for you at the time you complete your deposit.
