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Pilgrimage in Peru
May 15th - 24th
with Multiple EpicAdd-On Opportunities
Embark on an EPIC Journey of Healing and Awakening in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
Highlights
Inner Work
We will be doing daily yoga practices - asana, pranayama, & meditation - that support happy hearts and healthy bodies, build a foundation of safety, mind-body connection and support healing. We will also explore our common humanity and how healing can be deepened when held by the sanga or community. Group Growth Sessions include break-out groups, holding space for others, and being held as everyone does individual healing in the safe container of the group.
Heal personal and ancestral wounds, be empowered through witnessing and holding space for others. Become a part of something bigger: realize yourself, and everyone else, as divinity in action!
Cultural Immersion
You will fall in love with the people of Peru. Their kindness, equanimity, contentment and connection to nature are profound. Experience this firsthand from the staff and the pakkos (Peruvian Healers) of the Willka T'ika Retreat Centre.
Visit sacred sights that the Quechuan and Incan people have for generations, led by our passionate and knowledgeable guides. Walk the paths the ancestors did, participate in authentic Quechuan Rituals and Blessings. Be immersed in the culture on a visit to a mountain school supported by the Willka T'ika Children's Fund.
So many Bucket List Items!
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Machu Picchu Citadel
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Climb Machu Picchu Mountain
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Cusco
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Saksaywaman
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Zone X
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Tipon
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Pisac Ruins & World-Renowned Open Air Market
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Quechuan School in a Mountain Village
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Ollantaytambo Ruins & Town
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Willka T'ika Retreat Centre
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Blessings and Rituals with an Authentic Quechuan Shaman
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Personal Transformation
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Incredible Epic Add-Ons!
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Your Itinerary for the Main Event!
Explore Your Inner & Outer Landscapes
Pilgrimage to the Self in Peru
All-Inclusive Yoga, Meditation & Embodiment Retreat in the Sacred Valley of Peru
Day 1: May 15th
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Arrive in Cusco, the former capital city of the Incas. It is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Meet in the hotel lobby at 2:30 PM for an orientation with our tour guide Silverio
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Mindful Attunement with this sacred land and it's ancestors at Saksaywaman Ruins
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Dinner together in one of the amazing restaurants of Cusco
Day 2: May 16th
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​Explore Cusco, the shopping is amazing here but prices are higher
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Investigate Zone X an intricate system of caves and tunnels located above Cusco
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Visit the Incan ritual fountains at Tipon. “Where there is water, there is life.”
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Flow Meditation at Tipon
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More Culinary Adventures to be had while in Cusco
Day 3: May 17th
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Practice ayni, or reciprocity, one of the main tenants of Quechuan culture as we exchange gifts for songs at the mountain school of Paru Paru.
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Visit Pisac Ruins and Market
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Travel to and settle into the amazing sanctuary of Willka T’ika
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Tour the World Renowned Chakra Gardens
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Have the best sleep ever after the delicious practice of Yoga Nidra: a guided meditation that takes you into deep relaxation.
Day 4: May 18th
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We honour each day with an early morning Mantra, Breath, Intuitive Yoga & Meditation.
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Today we will also delight in the heart opening affects of cacao and powerful sound healing with Willka T'ika's resident Shaman Samer
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In the afternoon, with our wide open hearts (the medicinal affect of cacao), we will visit the sacred Catarata Perolniyoc waterfall.
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Close the day with a Sacred Healing Circle and Meditation.
Day 5: May 19th
Today is a Special Day of Cultural Immersion.
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​Sunrise Yoga & Meditation
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Blessings and Despatcho Ceremony with Don Bonito, a traditional Q,ero Healer, who travels on foot for 15 hours to bless us at Willka T'ika!
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Explore you inner energy centres in the Chakra Gardens.
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End the day with a traditional Quechuan fire ceremony, the final part of the Despatcho Ritual, asking for blessings for our journey, for our families, and for Pachamama (Mother Earth).
Day 6: May 20th
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Sunrise Yoga & Meditation
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In the morning we will visit the quaint little town of Ollantaytambo and the breathtaking Ruins that overlook it.
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In the afternoon we will hike up to the pre-Incan cave, Ñaupi Iglesias (old church). Here we will sit in silence feeling into the sacred energies of this place. It is said to not only be a place of worship but a Portal to other sacred sights, possibly as far away as Egypt!
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Close the day with Yoga Nidra Meditation and some spare time to pack for Machu Picchu!
Day 7: May 21st
Today we travel to Machu Picchu!!!
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Ride the glass domed train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
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Explore the Machu Picchu Citadel, the ruins you see in all the pictures.
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Explore Machu Picchu Pueblo (aka Aguas Calientes) the town at the base of the mountains that hold the Machu Picchu ruins.
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Soak Tired muscles in the Aguas Calientes (hot water in Spanish)
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Sample more of the mouth watering Andean cuisine.
Day 8: May 22nd
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Today we will climb a mountain! Machu Picchu Mountain looms to one side of the Citadel.
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It's a ways up but we will take our time. Fingers crossed that the day will be clear. I speak from experience, the views, even with some fog, are spectacular!
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Train ride back to Ollantaytambo and then to Willka T'ika.
Day 9: May 23rd
Today is a full day of R & R​
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Participate in a traditional Mexican Sweat Lodge, or Temescal. A deeply spiritual and healing ceremony.
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Follow the Temescal with the healing waters of Willka T'ika's own herbal infused plunge pool filled with pungent herbs and flowers grown right there on the property. The perfect finishing touch for the cleansing Temescal.
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Indulge in the many spa treatments Willka T'ika has to offer or simply rest and walk the magical gardens.
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Fire Ceremony with me for our Last Night at Willka T'ika
Day 10: May 24th
Safe Travels Home
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Stick around for Additional Amazing Adventures!
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Mamacita Barb McCaslin
"This trip fulfilled my Bucket list in many ways! Experiencing the Andes, Sacred Valley and Peruvian culture with an amazing group of travellers was beyond my expectations."
Mamacita Chelsea
I was held and supported so fully that it freed me to hold and work with my own Parts. We saw unbelievable sites, crushed mountains, and lifelong bucket list goals. It was made extra amazing because every detail was taken care of. We did not need to worry about a thing! Kim facilitated such a strong container of safety, love, acceptance & dedication that we could all fearlessly follow the teachings as well as our own hearts. And all of this happened IN PERU! The Andes, Machu Picchu, the magical and amazing Quechuan culture and its people all felt so very supportive.
Mamacita Cathy
"The personal development work that we under took was an amazing part of the trip, I thoroughly appreciated the depth we went into."
Bonuses You Get When You Join Today!
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Health & Altitude Breath Course - $595.00
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Private Session with Kim - $157.50 (before, during if there is time, or after the retreat, online or in person)
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Cacao & Sound Ceremony - $45.00
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Gift Bag - $100.00
Total Value: $897.50
The Investment
Shared Occupancy
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All-inclusive retreat.
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Luxury Accommodations: two queen beds, one king bed (couples), or three twin/double beds
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All Transportation
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All Excursions
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10 days, 9 nights
Early Bird Price
$4,206.00 USD
Until Dec 15th, 2024
$4,706.00 USD Regular Price
Save $500 USD
Single
Occupancy
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All-inclusive retreat.
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Luxury Accommodations: king, queen or double beds assigned in order of registration.
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All Transportation
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All Excursions
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10 days, 9 nights
Early Bird Price
$5,306.00 USD
Until Dec15th, 2024
$5,806.00 Regular Price
Save $500 USD
What this Includes
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All Accommodations
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Gourmet meals (all dietary restrictions can be accommodated)
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Daily yoga, mindfulness, individual & group transformation sessions using: Internal Family Systems Therapy, Transparent Communication, iRest Yoga Nidra, non-dual philosophies
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Gear and packing guide
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Private Healing Session with Kim - can happen before, during (if time permits), or after the trip - in person or virtually.
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All tickets and entrance permits
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Educated, experienced, passionate, trilingual Guides dedicated to our group.
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All excursions exploring the ancient cities, temples, and sacred sites of the Sacred Valley
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All scheduled group travel
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Two days and one night at Macchu Picchu, the City of Light, one of the Seven Wonders of the World!
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Visit a mountain school supported by the W.T. Children's Fund
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Ancient Andean Blessings, Offering Ritual, & Fire Ceremony
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Cacao & Sound Healing Ceremony
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Traditional Andean Music Celebration on the Train
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Gratuities for Willka T'ika staff
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Closing Ceremonies
What this Doesn't Include
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Flights to and from Cusco
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Individual pick-ups and drop-offs outside of the allotted group times ($30 - $60 per person)
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Spa treatments -
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Personal coca leaf readings
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Private healing sessions with a Shaman ($100 - $150 USD)
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Extra healing sessions with Kim ($100 - $150 CAD)
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Dinner in Cusco on the first night ($18 - $30 USD)
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Lunch in Ollantaytambo
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2 lunches at Machu Picchu
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Temescal (sweat lodge) & herbal plunge pool (paid on sight at Willka T'ika - $65 USD)
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Personal motor taxis to explore the Urubamba during free time while at Willka T'ika (3-4 soles/1 USD)
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Personal trekking clothing and gear (ex: hiking shoes, backpack, battery charger, etc)
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Tip for Silverio our Full Time Guide and our Trekking Guide
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Any additional costs or delays beyond our control
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Travel insurance
And Epic Add-Ons
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Cred
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Level II Trained Internal Family Systems Practitioner
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Certified iRest Yoga Nidra Teacher, Part of the Canadian Training Team
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Reiki Master & Teacher
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Trained in Transparent Communication & Mystical Principles of Healing with Thomas Huebl
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Multiple Trainings in Trauma and Grief
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Certified Yoga Teacher/Therapist, 1000+ hours of training, Teaching full-time since 2004
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Intensive studies & practice in Buddhism, Kashmir Shaivism, Advaita, and spirituality with teachers like Lotus Wu, Adyashanti, Thomas Hübl, Dr. Richard Miller, multiple IFS trainers, Byron Katie, Pema Chodron, Kavindu, Kathleen Knipp, Anne Douglas, to name a few.
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I am deeply committed to my own spiritual practice and personal transformation. Sharing what I have learnt is helping others heal, physically, emotionally, mentally) and become aware of their one True Nature. Experiencing the transformation of these teachings benefits these individuals but also their families, and these healing ripples flow out into the world! This work truly makes my heart sing. It is deeply touching and a sacred honour.
Join me on this unforgettable journey of a lifetime. Explore the captivating landscapes of Peru while delving deep into the realms of self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Embrace the ancient wisdom of the Andes, connect with the sacred energies that flow through this land, and awaken to your true potential. This isn't just a retreat; it's an opportunity to step into a new chapter of your life, surrounded by a supportive community, guided by my deep commitment to our collective evolution.
Are you ready to embrace the adventure? Secure your place today and let your inner exploration unfold amidst the beauty of Peru.
" We're all just walking each other home." ~ Ram Dass