Peru – May 04 – May 10, 2024

PER PERSON RATE STARTING FROM

$2,649 USD

Sacred Pathways

Yoga Retreat in Peru with Andreita and Vanessa

Experience the magic of Peru during the Sacred Pathways Yoga Retreat. Spend 6 nights/7 days immersing yourself in Yoga, discovering hidden gems and finding inner peace amidst Peru’s awe-inspiring natural wonders.

Retreat Leaders

Andrea Levin

Retreat Host

Vanessa Badran

Retreat Host

Daniela Babura

Co-Founder

Yoga and Workshops

What to expect in Andreita’s classes/workshops

Andreita’s classes are an invitation to experience yoga in a whole new light. With her strong creative spirit and passion for movement, she guides students through dynamic sequences that blend the boundaries between yoga and art, leaving you with a profound sense of liberation and self-discovery.

What to expect in Vanessa’s classes/workshops

Vanessa has found a deeper awareness of mind-body connection through her yoga practice, and aims to share that harmony through her teachings. She encourages students to step out of their comfort zones with creative sequences, and to share their energy in a positive and fun space! Mindfully guiding students through a journey of fluid movement, join her on the mat and unlock your inner strength.

Upside Down Bliss: Inversion Immersion Workshop with Andreita

Prepare for an adventurous journey into the world of inversions with “Upside Down Bliss” in Peru! Join us for an unforgettable workshop where we’ll turn your practice upside down and inside out. From invigorating headstands to exhilarating handstands, we’ll explore the art of going against gravity and finding balance in unexpected places. Whether you’re a seasoned inversion enthusiast or a curious beginner, this workshop offers a safe and supportive space to play, learn, and grow. Surrounded by Peru’s awe-inspiring landscapes, you’ll find inspiration and tranquility as you challenge yourself and expand your limits. Unleash your inner adventurer and defy the ordinary in this unforgettable yoga adventure!

Journey Into Backbends: Heart Opening Workshop with Vanessa

Join Vanessa as she guides you through the art of backbends in the beautiful and sacred landscape of Peru. This workshop will combine a heart opening flow to warm up the body, with a look at the anatomy in relation to backbends. Focusing on key front-body and hip opening postures, as well as spinal techniques to increase the mobility and strength of your spine.

During this immersive workshop, you will discover the profound emotional and energetic benefits of backbends as we tap into the heart center and cultivate a sense of vulnerability, courage, and self-expression. This workshop will offer you the tools to not only deepen your backbends but to maintain a healthy spine as your backbend practice continues to grow, giving you the confidence to journey into backbends on your own fearlessly!

Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrival + Ceremony

We’ll await your arrival at Cusco airport and take you on a beautiful 1.5 hour car journey to the Sacred Valley where you’ll meet your hosts Vanessa, Andreita and Daniela. You’ll have a chance to settle into your home for the week before meeting for our opening ceremony.

During our welcome circle we’ll meditate and set intentions followed by a Despacho Ceremony led by a Shaman from the Indigenous Quechua tribe. Despacho rituals are designed to align, balance and harmonize the three levels of consciousness with a prayer bundle or offering of gratitude to Mother Earth and Mountain Spirits. The Despacho holds symbolic elements as well as the prayers of the participants. As the elements are added to the Despacho, the vibration of the participants and the room raises. The Despacho becomes a living prayer that brings energy shifts and healing.

We’ll end the evening by burning the despacho bundle over a bonfire under the stars followed by a nourishing dinner and a good night’s rest.

Day 02 - Pisac + Inversion Immersion

We’ll begin our first full day in the Sacred Valley with an energizing morning flow with Vanessa.

After a delicious breakfast, we’ll head to one of the most famous markets in the Cusco region. This local market is full of local artisans from the indigenous Quechua communities from the surrounding highlands. Here you’ll find all kinds of unique locally made products such as chullos and coats with alpaca wool, silver jewelry and ornaments, flutes, backpacks and many other accessories; all made by hand and decorated with bright colors. You’ll also have the opportunity to greet a local alpaca or two and sample some local delights. Lunch will be on your own at the market before we had back to the retreat centre.

In the late afternoon, we’ll gather for an optional walk around the Sacred Valley learning about the surrounding area, the inspiration behind the centre as well as the intention with which everything was created. We’ll also learn about all the fruits and vegetables grown in the property’s backyard (which we’ll be eating throughout our week). 

We’ll wrap up a fun filled first day with an Upside Down Bliss: Inversion Immersion Workshop with Andreita followed by dinner.

Day 03 - Explore one of the wonders of the world!

Today we cross off one of the most visited tourist destinations in Peru from our bucket lists! Early in the morning, we’ll depart for the famous Vistadome train, a 2 hour ride that traces the Urubamba River with dramatic mountain landscapes, approaching the ancient Aguas Calientes, or the base of Machu Picchu for a small breakfast before making our way to our highlight of the day.

We’ll spend the day exploring one of the world’s most prized heritage sites with a private guide, who will provide an informative overview of the history and architecture of this ancient citadel, while introducing us to the temples and ritual structures that prove that Machu Picchu is a sacred place of great spiritual significance.

We’ll return to the Sacred Valley just in time for dinner and a much needed night’s rest.

Day 04 - Relaxation + Ruins

Today is a great day to slow down and enjoy the crisp mountain air and your breathtaking surroundings.

Vanessa will lead us through a morning practice followed by free time.

After lunch, we’ll take a trip to the Maras Salt Mines, comprised of over 2,000 small salt wells, the “Salineras de Maras” continue to provide a steady source of salt for residents of Peru’s Sacred Valley since before the days of the Incas. We’ll also visit Moray which is one of the most visually stunning ruins in Peru. The agricultural terraces of Moray are shaped like a womb, and bring together the key Incan beliefs of nature, science, and spirituality. 

Upon our return to the Sacred Valley, we’ll enjoy dinner followed by an evening practice with Andreita.

Day 05 - Rainbow Mountain or Divine Laziness

Today you’ll have a choice in joining the group for an optional trip to Rainbow Mountain or stay back and enjoy some divine laziness at our retreat centre, visit the local spa or opt for a local hike with your new friends.

Rainbow Mountain is approx 4 hours away from our retreat centre so this will be a long (but worthwhile) day with a 3:00 AM departure and 8:00 PM arrival back in the Sacred Valley.  Vinicunca, also known as Winikunka or Rainbow Mountain, is a striking geological landmark because of its colorful stripes which are made up of layers of 14 different minerals. Additionally, the mountain sits at a rather high elevation more than 17,000 feet above sea level, so you’ll need to bring plenty of water and take your time on the ascent and descent. If you are feeling the burn a little too much, you may be able to pay a small fee to travel part of the way by horse with a guide.

Day 06 - Rejuvenation + Heart Opening

We’ll start the day with a flow with Andreita followed by free time to meditate, read a book, take a cooking, pottery or painting class or book yourself in for a massage. Today is all about relaxation and rejuvenation.

After lunch we’ll host our final workshop Journey to backbends – Heart Opening Workshop with Vanessa followed by more free time.

Late afternoon we’ll be joined by a local practitioner who will facilitate a soothing sound healing bath. We’ll awake rejuvenated and ready to enjoy a final night of latin dancing with the staff at Samadhi and our new family followed by our last dinner and a closing bonfire.

 

 

Day 07 - See you later's!

Today we have our last morning class, a full body flow with Andreita & Vanessa followed by our last meal together. We’ll depart for Cusco airport and say “see you later” to our new friends, until we meet again!

PER PERSON RATE STARTING FROM

$2,649 USD

AVAILABLE PACKAGES 

$2,649 USD

SHARED TRIPLE VILLA

Your stay in a chakra themed villa (3 separate beds) with private bathroom and mini balcony overlooking mountains.

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$2,799 USD

SHARED DOUBLE VILLA

Shared Villa with two beds, private ensuite bathroom, sitting area and balcony with views of the Sacred Mountains.​

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$3,499 USD

SINGLE DELUXE SUITE

Private Room with one Queen bed, private ensuite bathroom, sitting area and balcony with views of the Sacred Mountains

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Retreat Inclusions

  • 6 nights at Samadhi Sacred Valley
  • Daily farm to table breakfast, lunch and dinner at Samadhi
  • Yoga & Workshops with Andreita & Vanessa
  • Machu Picchu Day Trip - Private full day tour for our group including bus pick-up from hotel, train & local bus tickets, local guide, and entry to this spectacular sacred Incan site ($450 USD value)
  • Native Despacho Ceremony - A ceremonial offering to Mother Earth & Mountain Spirits; a focused, formal way to "dispatch" your prayers off to the powers that be. Despachos help align personal energies with cosmic ones
  • Healing Sound Bath - Group sound healing led by a local shaman
  • Trekking - Explore Samahdi’s beautiful mountainous backyard
  • Pisac Market Group visit - Explore one of the most famous markets in the Cusco region, known for the indigenous Quechua communities from the surrounding highlands coming to sell their products
  • Maras & Moray - Maras & Moray - A visit to the famous salt pools of Maras and the sacred archeological site Moray also known as the womb of Mother Earth
  • Two bonfires
  • Roundtrip group airport transfer at pre-selected times

Retreat Exclusions

  • Airfare to Cusco, Peru - Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ)
  • Travel Visa to Peru - US & Canadian passport holders do not require visa. Please check for entry/exit requirements based on the passport you hold
  • Travel Insurance (medical & trip cancellation) is mandatory to protect you in case of any unforeseen emergencies
  • Optional activities you'd like to partake in like painting, pottery, Peruvian vegan cooking class + more
  • Rainbow Mountain Tour - Private full day tour including bus pick-up/drop-off from hotel, breakfast and lunch - $150 USD per person

AVAILABLE PACKAGES 

$2,649 USD

TRIPLE SHARED VILLA

Your stay in a chakra themed villa (3 separate beds) with private bathroom and mini balcony overlooking mountains.

BOOK NOW

$2,799 USD

SHARED DOUBLE VILLA

Shared Villa with two beds, private ensuite bathroom, sitting area and balcony with views of the Sacred Mountains.​

BOOK NOW

$3,499 USD

SINGLE DELUXE SUITE

Private Room with one Queen bed, private ensuite bathroom, sitting area and balcony with views of the Sacred Mountains

BOOK NOW

QUESTIONS?

Retreat Location

sya-samadhi

In the middle of a majestic natural environment, surrounded by mountains and ancient culture, grows Samadhi, our retreat centre – which means a union with the divine. Designed with sacred geometry, Samadhi will submerge you in the universe of “los Chakras”, walking through the Kundalini and wrapping you in its spaces, colors, textures, flavors and art adapted for the energy central, to know and explore your essence. Samadhi is a fully-equipped retreat centre with areas dedicated to meditation and art, a multifunction room, a yoga deck with a dazzling view of the sacred valley, and an organic garden where you can learn about the qualities of plants that are native to the area, and around the Andes Mountains.

Booking Terms and Conditions

A $500 USD non-refundable initial deposit will secure your spot on the retreat or you may choose to pay in full.

The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the retreat start date. Payment plans are available, please email us at hello@startyouradzenture.com to set up a plan that is flexible for you.

Please note, our cancellation policy is as follows:

  • Initial deposits are strictly non-refundable.
  • If cancelled 60 days or less prior to the Retreat start date, 100% of the Retreat price is forfeited.
  • If you choose to join the Retreat after the start date or leave the Retreat prior to the end date, there are no refunds.
  • Please do not book your flight until you have received a confirmation to do so. You will be provided with instructions on when to arrive/depart.
  • It is your responsibility to confirm your passport has 6 months validity prior to departure from your origin
  • ​An information package will be sent 30 days prior to departure and will include the retreat schedule, recommended packing list, and trip details.

COVID-19 Information

Currently there are no requirements or restrictions. Subject to change as per government regulations.