Sacred Earth Tours

Sacred Peru

Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley

Summer 2027 Peru — Sacred ValleyWith David Sunshine & Emily Ashley

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A Journey of Self-Discovery in Sacred Peru

Join David Sunshine and Emily Ashley on a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation, where culture, cuisine, yoga, breathwork and spirituality converge to create an unforgettable adventure of the body, mind, and spirit.

Visit the Sacred Valley and the iconic citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Immerse into the sacred wisdom of the Q'ero, the last living descendants of the Incan civilization. You will have the extraordinary privilege of meeting Don Benito, a revered Q'ero elder who will personally guide us through powerful traditional Andean ceremonies.

Willka T'ika

"One of the most incredible spots in the world" — Vogue

Celebrated by CNN Travel, Vogue, and Yoga Journal as one of the world's top ten wellness retreats. Stunning gardens, mystical ambiance, sacred ceremonies, massages, and yoga.

Retreat Highlights

Andean ceremonies: Pachamama coca and despacho offerings with Incan Q'ero Pakko healer Don Benito

Cacao ceremony and sound healing

Spectacular nature hikes throughout the Sacred Valley

Profound breathwork sessions, yoga and meditation led by Emily Ashley

Guided tour of Seven Chakra Gardens at Willka T'ika

Organic gourmet vegetarian meals daily at Willka T'ika

Visit to an Andean Mountain School in a remote Quechua community

Hiking the P'isaq ruins, ceremony, and shopping in the famous market

Full day guided tour of Machu Picchu — one of the New Seven Wonders

Itinerary

Day 1 — Sat

Cusco — Arrival

Arrive in Cusco and transfer to your lovely hotel in the historic center. Plan to arrive by 11am to acclimate to the altitude. At 3pm, meet your guides for a group orientation and late afternoon walk through the cobblestone streets of San Blas to the ancient Korikancha Temple. Enjoy a delicious Peruvian dinner.

Day 2 — Sun

Cusco & Sacred Valley

Morning visit to Inkan site of Saksaywaman overlooking Cusco. A traditional K'intu blessing invites you to experience the presence and energies of Pachamama, Mother Earth. Afternoon picnic lunch, then drive to Willka T'ika retreat center in the Sacred Valley through spectacular Andean mountain scenery.

Day 3 — Mon

Fire Ceremony & Q'ero Healer

Dedicated to Pachamama, Mother Earth. Tour the Seven Chakra Gardens. Meet our pakko — a very special Q'ero healer from the high Andes. Participate in coca leaf blessings and a sacred 'Despacho' ceremony. After dinner, participate in an authentic and transformative Andean fire ceremony to honor Pachamama.

Day 4 — Tue

School Visit & P'isaq Ruins

An ayni day. Drive to a Quechua mountain school supported by Willka T'ika Children's Fund. In a reciprocal exchange, the group offers an activity the children can enjoy. Afternoon: hike the spectacular ruins of P'isaq and visit the famous colorful market filled with woven goods and jewelry.

Day 5 — Wed

Machu Picchu

Early breakfast and tourist train to Aguas Calientes. A bus takes you to the sunlit terraces of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a fabulous guided tour of the ancient 'City of Light' — a journey through the masculine energy temples of political and spiritual power, followed by a deep reconnection of feminine earth energies.

Day 6 — Thu

Ollantaytambo & Maras Salt Flats

Visit the ceremonial site of Ollantaytambo and its famous Sun Temple. Group leader sessions at Willka T'ika. Meditate in the Chakra Garden beneath the 1,000-year-old lucuma tree. Optional hike to the nearby Maras Salt Flats.

Day 7 — Fri

Urubamba Integration Day

A special day of mindful integration at Willka T'ika. Guided morning hike to the town of Urubamba through farming neighborhoods, visit a typical Peruvian market, a wonderful alpaca factory, and the famous Seminario ceramics shop. Farewell dinner.

Day 8 — Sat

Departure

Early morning yoga, meditation and closing session. Group transfer to the Cusco airport to connect to Lima and onward flights home. Allow 3½ hours before your Cusco flight — ideal flights depart between 2–5pm.