Escape to the Sacred Lands Are you feeling overwhelmed by the noise of modern life? Do you crave a deep, meaningful escape from your busy schedule? A Meditation Retreat in the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu may be exactly what your soul needs.
These retreats offer more than just a vacation; they provide the guidance, inspiration, and serenity required to fully unplug, decompress, and restore your inner peace. Situated among the powerful energy of the Andes Mountains, this is your invitation to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit in one of the most energetic places on Earth.
An Authentic Cultural Immersion
This is an unforgettable journey that goes beyond typical tourism. You will have the unique opportunity to meet the Andean people, immersing yourself in their living traditions, colorful costumes, and ancient customs.
Unlike standard hotels, our experience includes overnight stays at authentic homestays within local communities. Here, people still live in harmony with the land, preserving the ancient ways of their ancestors. While the lodgings are rustic, they are comfortable and deeply welcoming. You will experience heartwarming moments as you live alongside local families, participating in their daily agricultural work and learning their simple, yet profound, philosophy of life.
The Power of Andean Shamanism
During your retreat, you will explore attractive cultural sites, religious temples, and breathtaking natural landscapes. However, the core of this experience is the spiritual work. Every meditation session is performed in the Sacred places of the Incas (Huacas), accompanied by a genuine Andean Shaman (Healer).
The Andean Shamans guide you through:
Why the Sacred Valley?
In the time of the Incas, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu served as the Ceremonial and Spiritual Center of their vast empire. It is a land full of mysteries, riddles, and profound beliefs.
The Incas held a deep devotion to the Pachamama and the Apus (Sacred Mountain Spirits). They believed these towering peaks saved and protected the earth. Today, you can feel that same protective energy. Whether you are meditating near the sacred rocks or walking the ancient trails, the vibration of this land facilitates deep healing and self-discovery.
Join us for the most relaxing and transformative vacation of your life. Return home not just rested, but renewed, with the wisdom of the Andes in your heart.
Day 1 Cusco-Valle Sagrado-Huchuy Qosqo (3.450m / 11,318ft)
A day with a lot of magic and connection through the spiritual world. We leave Cusco by private transport towards the Sacred Valley. On our way, you can appreciate beautiful, natural landscapes until we arrive at the impressive archeological Inca site of Pisaq (3,400 m): with terraces, wellsprings, neighborhoods, observatories and a cemetery. A beautiful complex from where the Incas controlled and governed the Sacred Valley, this city was constructed among the high peaks of the Urubamba mountain chain. We will begin our visit walking until we arrive at the impressive astronomic point Inti Watana, to take some time for a meditation guided by our Andean shaman, recharging our positive energies. Afterwards, we will start the descent walking to the village of Pisaq to roam around its artisan market where a variety of textile, ceramics and silver work with precious stones are offered. Afterwards, we will head by car for the village of Lamay to have a Pachamanca lunch prepared by our Homestay family. Pachamanca is an ancestral dish prepared on stones heated in a strong fire buried under the earth. It contains alpaca meat, trout, potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans and corn and - for the vegetarians – a variety of organic vegetables from the region. Afterwards, we continue our tour to a beautiful and quiet place called Huchuy Qosqo, where our Homestay family will welcome us. After a nice dinner, we will hold the Ceremony of the sacred bird, the Condor, around a wood fire. The Andean shaman will prepare the offering with the participation of the whole group to invoke the Apus (sacred mountains) and the Spirit of the Mountains, which is the Condor, and start the meditation to connect us with the Spiritual World and with Nature who will help us in our daily life. After the mediation the shaman will start to burn the offering, calling upon the spirits to protect us in every moment of our life.
Day 2 Huchuy Qosqo – Sacred Valley – Urubamba
After to enjoy a nice breakfast, we will start to descend walking to Huchuy Qosqo about 15 minutes before sunrise to have a meditation to receive the energies of Inti Tayta (God, Father Sun), to connect us with the nature of the Andes and the Andean dawn. Then, we will walk around the archeological Inca site that has fine stonework, some residential and defensive sectors and interesting buildings of two plants in stone and adobe. Huchuy Qosqo is situated on a plateau, surrounded by agricultural terraces, and offers some incomparable views of the Vilcabamba mountain chain and the Sacred River (Wilcamayu). As we concluded our visit, we are going to the Condor lookout to enjoy the flight of the Sacred Condor as a present from nature and we will continue our tour by private transport to the valley of Urubamba to enjoy a lunch buffet. Afterwards, we will visit Homestay families, where they will offer us some activities, such as making chicha (the sacred drink of the Incas), and a demonstration of organic coffee brought from the jungle of Machu Picchu. In the afternoon, before dinner, you may enjoy a steam bath with medicinal plants, have dinner and relax in your homestay.
Day 3 Urubamba – Chinchero – Maras salt mines- Moray – Urubamba
Our tour begins in the car heading for the archeological site of Chinchero and its Colonial Church, a visit to the weaving workshops where we will have a demonstration of the art of weaving based on coloring with natural plants of alpaca and sheep wool. After that, we will pass through the beautiful agricultural laboratory of Moray, continuing with a visit to the salt mine called Salt Mines. They are small plots, filled with salty water from the mountains that convert into salt by natural condensation. We will return to our homestay and have the afternoon off.
Day 4 Urubamba – Ollantaytambo – Patacancha – Aguas Calientes
A day of ceremonies. We will go to a place of much importance in the time of the Incas. It is a beautiful Huaca (sacred rock) carved in an immense rock with the design of a Chacana or Andean Cross, that served as a place for ceremonies, rituals, offerings to Mother Nature and the Apus (sacred mountains), considered Gods. Unfortunately, it suffered some irreparable damage by treasure hunters. Even so, there is a beautiful ceremonial table where the Andean shaman prepares an offering for Mother Earth, the Pachamama, and for the participants a flower bath to clean any bad energies and ask for the realization of their wishes for their future daily life. Continuing our journey we go to the valley of Patacancha to do a beautiful lama ceremony, known ancestrally as Lama Ch’uyay (spiritual cleansing). We will be participating in this beautiful ceremony, each one of us making a k’intu with coca leaves to show our gratefulness to the Pachamama, the Apus, who protect the peoples and their cattle as guardians, and in the end, we will dance a traditional dance of the Wallata region, ‘goose of the Andes’. We then will return to Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes.
Day 5 Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
We have to leave our hotel very early in the morning to take a bus to Machu Picchu, the Magical City of the Incas, which is considered a jewel of Inca architecture with agricultural terraces, neighbourhoods, squares, streets, an astronomic observatory etc. Constructed upon the slopes of the mountain, in the middle of nature, it is considered one of the miracles of today’s world. UNESCO has recognized it as a part of the common Natural and Cultural Heritage of Mankind, as it was an important religious, political and administrative center in the epoch of the Inca. The altitude is about 2450 m. After exploring this Magical City, you may like to explore the mountain of Huayna Picchu. From the top of this mountain you can enjoy an impressing overview of the entire City of Machu Picchu. It is advised to make reservations months in advance, so please do not hesitate to contact us, if you like to include Huayna Picchu. We will return to Aguas Calientes to take the train back to Ollantaytambo or Poroy, where our staff is waiting to take us back to our hotel in Cusco.
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Prices and discounts
A minimum group size would be 2 persons. The bigger the group, the lower our cost per person: please, find our prices and discounts below!
1. Do I need previous experience to join the Meditation Retreat? Not at all. Our retreats in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu are designed for everyone, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. The Andean Shamans and guides will provide all the necessary instruction to help you connect with your inner peace, regardless of your experience level. The goal is to disconnect from stress, not to achieve perfection.
2. How do I prevent Altitude Sickness (Soroche) during the retreat? Altitude sickness is a common concern when traveling to the Andes. We recommend arriving in Cusco or the Sacred Valley at least 2 days before the retreat begins to acclimatize. The Sacred Valley is lower in elevation than Cusco, which helps significantly. During the retreat, we encourage drinking plenty of water, consuming light meals, and trying the traditional Coca Tea, a natural Andean remedy that helps oxygenate the body.
3. What can I expect from a stay with a local family (Homestay)? Staying with a local family is often the highlight of the trip. While the accommodations are rustic, they are clean, private, and comfortable. It is a safe and heartwarming cultural exchange where you will be treated like family. You will enjoy home-cooked organic meals and have the chance to learn about Andean weaving, agriculture, and traditions firsthand.
4. What is the best time of year for a spiritual retreat in Peru? The Sacred Valley is a year-round destination, but the dry season (May to October) offers sunny days and clear blue skies, ideal for outdoor meditation and visiting Machu Picchu. The rainy season (November to April) is lusher and greener, offering a more mystical and quiet atmosphere, which some guests prefer for deep introspection.
5. Are the Andean ceremonies and rituals safe? Yes, absolutely. All our ceremonies are conducted by respected and experienced Andean Shamans (Paqos). The rituals focus on gratitude, energy cleansing, and connection with the Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the Apus (Mountain Spirits). They are peaceful, respectful, and designed to bring harmony and positive energy to your life.
Prices and discounts
A minimum group size would be 2 persons. The bigger the group, the lower our cost per person: please, find our prices and discounts below!
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