INNER COMPASS QUEST
LIGHT UP YOUR OWN TRUTH AND LIVE POWERFULLY ON PURPOSE
Sacred Valley
Peru
2025
06 - 12 APRIL
05 - 11 OCTOBER
1 week retreat
TRIP EXTENSION OPTIONS:
- Lake Titicaca, Puno
- Colca Canyon, Arequipa
Is this you?
If you are a high achiever who has been meeting others' expectations for so long that the “now or never” moment has arrived and there’s no choice but to own the path that serves you best. Then join us on sacred ground to awaken innate abilities of
self-guidance and connect with the true calling of your heart.
This is your moment of transformation!
I want to own my truth
This retreat is for you if……
You reveal in opportunities to look beyond the ordinary, you love to explore ancient a mystical teaching to broaden your own horizons and awaken you in new ways
You crave the space and time to go inside and listen to the calling of your heart without the noise of expectation or prescribed ideas
You are ready to claim your own path, to really hear and see it by strengthening your intuition and confidence for your own direction
You want to hone your intuition skills and be a powerful on purpose creator
You know there are forces at work beyond your sensory perception and you want to connect with that energy and channel it for yourself and others.
Promise
By the end of this retreat you will have honed your own inner compass - you’ll be centered and comfortable in your own skin, able to speak your truth without fear of judgment, and know how to tap into your guiding, healing power - so you can navigate life's journey with renewed clarity, resilience, and faith in your purpose.
I’m ready to thrive
Sacred Valley Itinerary
Trip Duration: Week 1
The retreat runs from Saturday to Saturday.
TOTAL OF 7 NIGHTS
PLEASE NOTE: This itinerary is an outline, we reserve the right to re-order or swap in an out alternatives to maximise our possibilities and satisfaction if internal or external factors impact our trip.Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - SATURDAY
Airport pick-ups will be organised for your arrival in Cusco. You will be driven to the Sacred Valley to settle into your hotel and orientate yourself in Ollantaytambo. Take your time to recover from your flight and acclimatise.
Our retreat will officially open at 4pm with an offering to Pachamama. We will have personal introductions, intention setting and intuitive readings followed by dinner.
Day 2 - SUNDAY
We will meet our mystical guide for the Inka Fortress early so that we can enjoy this magical place before the crowds arrive. We will feel the vibration of the inka windows, tune into the energy of the Sun temple and then we will make our own medicine bungle (misha) at the Condor temple.
After lunch you will be free to absorb this powerful experience. You will have time to wander around the old town on your own and visit the sacred mountain Pinkuylluna. This mountain has a beautiful energy and honours Tunupa (the god of abundance) who’s face looks over the town. Alternatively, you can enjoy the beautiful gardens of the hotel and relax in your room.
Dinner will be early, we’ll have circle sharing outside with a bedtime ponche (local nutritious drink) before retiring early in preparation for tomorrow’s very early start.
Day 3 - MONDAY
Today we will enjoy one of the magical wonders of the world. We will leave early by train for Machu Picchu town and take the bus up to the citadel. We will be absorbing the wisdom and healing energy of this magnificent site with our mystically and historically informed guide. This sacred city has various temples and was originally home to the most intuitively gifted of the Inkas. Guidance was received here that would inform the Inka civilisation in all aspects of their lives. So, we will be following their example and receiving our own inspiration.
We will have lunch in Machu Picchu town and return by train to Ollantaytambo. It’s a long and powerful day, dinner will be light when we return.
DAY 4 - TUESDAY
Today we start with our sharing circle and some inner work before heading to Urubamba for an amazing buffet lunch.
We will then visit Maras to see the glistening Salt flats that are run as a cooperative by 300+ families. Next we will visit Moray and learn what the Inka’s knew about the power of circles.
DAY 5 - WEDNESDAY
Today is our vision quest with San Pedro (the sacred medicine of the Andes) in ceremony at a very sacred temple in Ollantaytambo.
San Pedro is a gentle medicine that opens your heart. This Grandfather plant invites you to bring any questions to nature where they are met with answers that bring you into wholeness and eternal connection.
After the ceremony we will enjoy a soup made by a local lady who also sells her wears at the top of this mountain. There will be a choice to walk down the mountain back to the hotel or return by bus.
DAY 6 - THURSDAY
Today we will share and download our experience, enjoy spa time, massages and deep relaxation.
DAY 7 - FRIDAY
Today we leave early for Cusco, our mystical guide will take us to a Water temple for a water ceremony. After lunch we will explore the incan genius of Sacsayhuaman where we will take some time to land our own choices with a special heart meditation. We will conclude the week with a closing ceremony at the Moon Temple followed by a farewell dinner.
SATURDAY
Fly home, taxis will be ordered for you to the airport.
WANT TO CONTINUE FOR 6 MORE DAYS? Read on…..
summary
HIGHTLIGHTS
• MACHU PICCHU
• MARAS & MORAY
• OLLANTAYTAMBO FORTRESS
• SAN PEDRO CEREMONY
• WATER & MOON TEMPLES
• SACSAYHUAMAN
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Superior 3* or 4* Hotel Accommodation
3 delicious meals per day (except of last Saturday)
Entrance Tickets/Fees to amazing sites & experiences
Land Transport (Taxis, Train, Coach)
Bilingual Guides
Self Development Work
San Pedro Ceremony
Opening & Closing Despachos
what’s Not included
FLIGHTS (International & domestic)
Travel & Trip Cancellation Insurance
Alcoholic Drinks or alternatives to drinks supplied with meals.
Additional Services (e.g Laundry, Massage, Spa treatments, tours or activities not on our itinerary)
Tips
Lunch on the final Saturday is at your leisure
trip extention options
tour 1 - lake titicaca, puno
This private tour gives you an option of 3 more nights, returning home on the 4th day or you can continue with Tour 2A to Arequipa which will extend your trip to a full 14 days (including the retreat).
Please note the train only runs 3 times per week, so you would need to do this tour straight after the retreat.
Day 1
You will take the luxury train to Puno. Enjoy luxury dining, entertainment by a live band, traditional dancing, a fashion show, a pisco sour demonstration and high tea. It’s a truly relaxing a beautiful journey through the south of Peru. A taxi will be waiting for you at the station in Puno to take you to your hotel on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
DAY 2
A guide will greet you this morning and take you to the nearby Temple of Inka Uyo, a fertility temple displaying some 20 sculptures dedicated to the phallus (a large collection of stone penises). You will then continue to the sacred rock Aramu Muru where Inka myth says human life was first created. You can kneel in the door way to/from divine realms, it’s a special place to meditate and focus on your sacral chakra. The chakra that denotes our creative power and from where the energy to birth our creations is centred. It’s a wonderful place to wonder around and spend a few hours, weather permitting. Return to the hotel for lunch and then relax and enjoy the amenities.
DAY 3
Today you will relax and be healed by the beautiful still, pure blue water of Lake Titicaca, you can’t imagine the wonderful energy of this lake which hosts the sacral chakra of the planet. So you will be at the centre of creation, totally chilled out on a tour boat with a bilingual guide. You will visit one of the floating islands of Uros, ride on their banana boat, listen about how they live and hopefully, if you feel called, support them by buying some of their craft/art work. Your tour boat will then continue to get lunch before visiting Taquille island where you can enjoy short walking tour. The boat will bring you back to Puno harbor where you will be free to find dinner at your leisure in Puno centre. You might like to visit the main square before returning to the hotel.
Leave or continue to tour 2A
You can choose to have additional days in the hotel or you can take a taxi to Juliaca airport for a domestic flight back to Lima in time for your international flight home.
If you would like to take a city tour and overnight stay in Lima, this can also be organised for you, price depending on the standard of hotel you choose.
tour 2 A - colca canyon , arequipa
This tour will continue from Tour 1, with your private driver (and tour guide if you wish), you will be free to take your time at the sites with a recommended itinerary.
Day 1
Following Tour 1 you will leave Puno and travel by car across the mountains directly to Chivay, close to Colca Canyon. Along the way is a high lookout point above the Lagunillas Lagoon, you may spot some rare andean birds (e.g Ajoya - giant Andean Coot), Andean geese and herds of Vicuñas that roam along side, as you travel through the national park lands. You will have lunch on route, arriving at a spa hotel that is on the river and has it’s own private natural hot springs.
DAY 2
This morning you will go to the 4,000 ft canyon to watch condors (believed to be god’s messengers by the Incas) from varioius view points. You will do a beautiful walk between two ‘miradors’ as magnificent condors glide around the mountain tops.
You will make a stop at Macca, a picturesque little town with gift shops and an option to try a colca sour drink.
Afterwards enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on the way back, have some free time at the hotel by the river, visit the hot springs and enjoy dinner.
day 3
Today you leave early and head for Arequipa, you will stop at the volcanoes lookout which is often snow coated. You will see more vicuñas on route as you descend into the beautiful white volcanic city of Arequipa, hopefully in time for lunch (depending on traffic).
travel day
Fly back to Cusco or Lima to pick up your international flight.
If you have a little extra time, Arequipa is a beautiful city with a warm, dry climate. There’s a local market, an artisan market and day tours further a field if you want to explore. If you would like an extra nights in your hotel, let us know to extend your reservation.
Alternatively, I can organise for you to be collected from Lima airport for a Ceviche lunch by the sea and a city tour. Your luggage will stay with you and you will be returned to the airport for your international flight.
tour 2 A - colca canyon , arequipa
This tour can be taken any time, before or after your retreat. You will join a public group tour in Arequipa for Colca Canyon and organise your own flights. We will take care of your taxis, hotel and tour reservations.
day 1
Depending on your international return flight take either a return flight from Cusco to Arequipa, or flight that returns to Lima. These flights are short but expensive unless booked ahead of time.
A taxi will greet you from the airport and transfer you to your hotel which is located close to the beautiful white volcanic stone main plaza, various markets, restaurants and shops.
day 2
The tour bus will collect you either from the plaza or from your hotel very early in the morning (between 3-3.30am).
You will go to Patapampa, where you will stop at the impressive Mirador de los Volcanes, the highest point of your tour at 4,900 meters above sea level. From this viewpoint, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the mountain ranges surrounding Arequipa and the Colca Valley.
Duration: 15 minutes
Next, you will head to Chivay, located at 3,630 meters above sea level. Here, you will enjoy breakfast before embarking on a tour where you will appreciate stunning landscapes, pre-Inca terraces, and the region’s native flora and fauna.
Duration: 20 minutes
You will visit the town of Yanque, a traditional village where you can witness the "Wititi," the typical dance of the Colca Valley, known as the dance of love and declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Additionally, you can visit the temple of La Santísima Concepción de Yanque, which was rebuilt in the 17th century.
Duration: 15 minutes
On the way back, you will stop at the Huayra Punko viewpoint in Pinchollo and then at the Antahuilque viewpoint to observe ancient models and pre-Inca hanging tombs. You will also see the impressive pre-Inca terraces.
Duration: 10 minutes
At Cruz del Cóndor, you will witness the majesty of the Colca Canyon from a strategic viewpoint and observe the flight of the Andean condor (Vultur gryphus), the largest non-marine bird on the planet, recognized as a cultural and natural heritage of South America.
Duration: 40 minutes
Your next stop will be in Maca, a charming and picturesque town in the region, where you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional Colca Sour drink.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hot Springs Chacapi, Yanque, Peru
You will visit the hot springs, where you can bathe and relax in the naturally heated, mineral-rich waters. Admission is S/15.00.
Duration: 40 minutes
Afterward, you will stop at a restaurant to enjoy a buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean dishes made with local ingredients.
Duration: 1 hour
Another stop will be at the Toccra Bofedales, where you can observe Andean camelids and birds such as Andean ducks, flamingos, and other migratory species.
Duration: 10 minutes
Your final stop will be in Patahuasi, where you will take in a panoramic view of Misti and Chachani, along with striking stone forests and unique rock formations.
Duration: 15 minutes
You will arrive back in Arequipa between 6-7pm.
day 3
Today is a free day to rest and relax before your return flight home. We have the following suggestions to fill this day at your own leisure:
Arequipa has lovely artisan shops and a very clean indoor market that show cases varous local cuisine including their famous ricotto rellana (stuffed chilli paper).
There is a volcanic rock sculpture park just outside of town that you can visit by taking a private taxi (the hotel will gladly help you organise this or you can take one from the plaza.
leave or extend your stay
Fly back to Cusco or Lima to pick up your international flight.
If you have a little extra time, Arequipa is a beautiful city with a warm, dry climate. There’s a local market, an artisan market and day tours further a field if you want to explore.
If you would like an extra night in our hotel, let us know to extend your reservation.
Alternatively, we can organise for you to be collected from Lima airport for a Ceviche lunch by the sea and a city tour. Your luggage will stay with you and you will be returned to the airport for your international flight.
Your Investment
1 Week Retreat
For 7 Nights
INNER COMPASS QUEST
Sacred Valley & Cusco
$2,950
ADD ON TRIPS
3 Nights in Puno
- Lake Titicaca
- Aramu Muru
3 Nights in Arequipa
- Colca Canyon
- Arequipa Centre
Price: Bespoke
Based on double occupancy, limited single occupancy is available for a supplement.
If we can’t match you with a room mate we will switch you to a single occupancy room, however, if you sign up early you will most likely get your choice.
Let’s Go!
Accommodation
Locations - Week 1
Ollantaytambo (6 nights)
Living Inka Village of Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley is our base. This town is a best kept secret, tour companies bus tourists here to get the train to Machu Picchu and generally miss it’s magic. The town is watched over by Tunupa, the god of abundance, who’s face is calved into the mountain Pinkuylluna. It’s also home to a magnificent fortress with sun and condor temples, ñusta bath, miliary, prison and quarantine sections and more, a vast archelogical centre. Between this magnificent mountain features the oldest living inka village, with cobbled streets and water channels. Many live on earth floors with guinea pigs keeping warm by the wood burning oven in the kitchen. The streets and plaza burst with energy and colour twice a year for the town festivals: Reyer’s in January and Lord Choquekillka in May. Various folklore dance groups parade the plaza in amazing costumes carrying effigies between the 3 temples in the town. A town so rich in culture, tradition and history, welcome to my soul home.
This hotel has been chosen for its proximity to the square and the station. It has beautiful grounds, fire pit and heating. The glass roofed foyer also makes it warmer on those cooler mountain nights.
Cusco (2 nights)
Again chosen because of it’s central location, near the main square, near the Quoricancha temple and the Artisan market.
Locations - additional tours
Puno
The hotel enjoys many amenities and is situated on the magical lake Titicaca and is also close to Amaru Muru.
Colca Canyon
This beautiful hotel overlooks the river and has 4 natural hot spring pools. From here we will visit Colca Canyon.
Arequipa Center
Situated close to the main square in the historical old town of Arequipa.
TRIP ESSENTIALS
Prepare for your trip
This healing journey starts the moment you commit. Whether you choose to take sacred medicine or not, the Andeans believe the ancestral spirits and the Apu’s (mountain spirits) get to work to support your intention as soon as you make it. Just one of many ways the teaching in this land aligns with hermetic premises that underpin my work.
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By choosing this trip you also choose to serve your physical form, as indicated in the itinerary, softer options are available but you will enjoy it more if you can challenge yourself a little. There are transport options available if you want to reduce the leg work. As advisable for a ski trip, it’s best to increase your stamina and strength before you arrive. Increase your walking distance, do some hill walking, swim or dance to improve your fitness and lower your heart rate.
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Dehydration is more rapid at altitude and first occurs on the aeroplane. Water will be available but you must take personal responsibility to keep yourself hydrated and get enough sleep (especially after a long flight). Fly in with enough time to adjust.
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It takes 3-4 days to produce more red blood cells and become more oxygen efficient. To assist your body’s adaptation you either need to increase the iron content in your diet or take a good quality supplement. I recommend Eagle Haemo-Red Plus or Solgar Gentle Iron, 25mg. Avoid low-quality iron supplements, they are poorly absorbed and cause constipation (e.g Iron Sulphate). Extra Iron is normally a free radical for men or post-menopausal women so it’s not included in all multi-vitamin supplements. Start taking it the day you fly and continue for 3 days (no more). Menstruating women adapt more readily and often don’t menstruate (lucky right?!) when coming to Andean altitudes because their bodies will keep the iron and not let it go. So don’t immediately assume you are pregnant or sick if your period doesn’t arrive.
The local herbal remedy for altitude sickness is coca leaves, you can chew them or make an infusion with hot water, these are widely available in the hotels. -
Dietary preparation is required to clean the body and prevent a nasty physical detox that is not ideal on holiday. We are intending to enjoy a wonderful heart-opening and profound connection to the time/space continuum on our journey, for sure some mental and emotional detoxing is a bonus and comes with mild purging, that’s normal.
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Yes there are. You need to have good cardiovascular health and be free of any contra-indicative conditions such as schizophrenia, hallucinations and not be on SSRIs for mood regulation. A full list of known contra-indicative medications will be provided but you should always check with your GP if you have any health concerns or want to pause any medication to participate. FULL responsibility is assumed by YOU in this undertaking.
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Yes, couples are very welcome, of course you understand it is a personal development journey and you will both enable this space for one-another.
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Layers are best for mountain and lake excursions because it can be very warm during the day but cool off dramatically in the evening. You need comfortable (worn-in) walking shoes, these can be light trainers/runnies or light hiking footwear. Flip-Flop/Thongs are recommended for hot springs/Spa facilities, swim wear, sun hat or cap, sunscreen, insect repellent - mainly for Machu Picchu, rain & wind jacket/shield, plastic ponchos are available to buy here if required, your own water bottle, a small day pack/light rucksack.
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Both International and Domestic flights will normally be required for this trip.
It is possible to fly into Cusco internationally (usually connection cities for long-haul are Bogota, Columbia and Santiago, Chile).
* 1 Week Retreat - If you fly into Lima you need a Lima-Cusco return flight.*2 Week Retreat - If you fly into Lima you will need a Lima - Cusco flight outbound and an Arequipa - Lima flight inbound.
**2 week Retreat - If you fly into Cusco you will need a Arequipa - Cusco flight at the end of the trip. -
The trip is designed to help you adjust to the altitude gently but it does get higher and higher as we progress through the trip weeks and we will be covering a considerable distance. If allopathic medicine makes you feel safer bring both altitude sickness and travel sickness tablets. (These are also available to buy in Peru).
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You will receive:
-Plant Medicine Course to fully inform you about this aspect of the trip.
- Welcome call (1:1 chat - 20 mins)
- Virtual Group Calls - to prepare you for the trip, go through dietary restrictions and enable some group interaction pre-trip.
- Private WhatsApp group to share tips and ask questions