INTO THE STILL

Hudson Valley Retreat Guide

July 18–20, 2025   ·   Bedford Post Inn   ·   Bedford, New York

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Bedford Post Inn is a proud member of Relais & Châteaux — recognized globally for exceptional quality, unique character, culinary excellence, personalized service, and luxurious accommodations.

Embrace sweeping views of 20 acres of pristine Westchester woodland as you settle into your beautifully appointed guest room — just one hour from New York City. The Inn's intimate scale ensures every guest receives the personalized, unhurried experience that defines a Relais & Châteaux property.

Cozy interiors feature heated bathroom floors, freestanding soaking tubs, and private terraces. Farm-to-table dining is served in the intimate Wine Cellar and Tavern. The on-site Yoga Loft opens onto a tranquil outdoor patio. And just minutes away, Ward Pound Ridge Reservation — 4,700 acres of wild Hudson Valley terrain — waits for Saturday morning.

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Itinerary Highlights

  • Scenic view of a lush green mountain valley with snow-capped peaks in the background and partly cloudy sky.

    DAY 1

    MCHUGH PEAK

    Distance: 6-7 miles. Elevation: 4311 feet.

    Duration: ~5 hours.

    Time: 9 AM Anchorage meetup.

    Transport: Shuttle to Trailhead (15 min).

    Hike: A rigorous kick off hike with 4,300 feet of elevation gain. Exposed ridgeline hiking with panoramic views.

    Transport: Shuttle to Rustic Roots, Seward, AK

    End of Day: Team kick-off dinner.

  • Snow-capped mountains over a lake with pine trees and a partly cloudy sky

    DAY 2

    LOST LAKE TRAIL

    Distance: 15.5 miles. Elevation: 2,706 feet.

    Duration: 9 hours.

    Breakfast: 7 AM

    Hike: Embark on a full day stunning endurance hike through the Chugach Mountain Range on the Lost Lake trail.

    Dinner: Salted Roots.

  • A glacier with blue ice and crevasses descending from snow-covered mountains, with autumn-colored foliage in the foreground and a clear blue sky overhead.

    DAY 3

    HARDING ICE FIELD

    Distance: 6-8 miles. Elevation: 3,198 feet.

    Duration: ~3.5 hours.

    Breakfast: 7 AM

    Hike: Alongside one of Alaska’s majestic icefields.

    Lunch: Salted Roots

    Open time: Rest and relaxation

    Dinner: Seward

  • Two women kayaking on a lake surrounded by mountains and forest, smiling and wearing sunglasses and life jackets.

    DAY 4

    BEST OF ALASKA CHARTER

    Duration: 10 hours.

    Time: 6 AM set sail on a private fishing and kayaking charter exploring Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords National Park.

    Glacier Tour: Explore the stunning waters while spotting sea lions, humpback whales, killer whales, puffins, murres, kittiwakes, and bald eagles!

    Dinner: Salted Roots.

  • A group of five people in rain gear smiling outdoors on a rainy day with a lake in the background.

    DAY 5

    FAREWELLS

    Breakfast: 7 AM

    Say goodbyes and shuttle back to Anchorage Airport, reflecting on an unforgettable Alaskan Adventure.

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Package Includes

    • VITAL Strength & Conditioning Program 

    • Performance Nutrition Masterclass with Industry Specialists

    • Personalized Goal-Setting & Training Accountability Framework

    • Ongoing Coaching Support & Performance Optimization Resources

    • 4 Nights at at Boutique Wilderness Resort

    • All meals prepared by Private Chef

    • Daily yoga and post hike stretch sessions in private Yoga Shala

    • Intimate Group Size: 10-12 Guests Maximum

    • Challenging hikes with glacier views, coastal vistas, and diverse terrain from sea level to alpine

    • Daily Yoga offering (optional Daily Flows & Post Hike Stretch Sessions)

    • Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner by Private Chef (Organic, Local, Healthy Meals)

    • Full day private fishing and kayaking charter exploring Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords National Park. Take in the abundance of wildlife including sea lions, humpback whales, killer whales, puffins, murres, kittiwakes, and bald eagles!

    • Team Celebration Dinner at one of Seward’s most celebrated restaurants

    • Airfare & Travel Insurance

    • Any transportation other than the VITAL shuttle service from Anchorage to Resort and back.

    • Alcoholic Beverages 

    • Gratuities for Boat, Guides & Staff (Budget $150-200 for the week—if you are delighted with services)

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Package Pricing

Packages starting at $6,700. Pricing per person.

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$1,500 secures your spot — Unlocks your goal-setting program, pre-season training recommendations, essential gear list, and community connection. Non-refundable.

Balance due April 20, 2026 — Unlocks your full 3-month adventure program (strength, cardio, mobility training), expert workshops, and exclusive Member Hub with team resources.

Cozy wooden cabin interior with large windows showing snow-capped mountains and a lake outside.
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