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15 Sept – 2 October 2012
A journey to the centre of the planetary feminine, the Andes, an area steeped in sacred sites and pure spiritual energy. In this journey we travel to the places sacred to the ancient Incas, including the Sacred Valley, Cusco, Machu Picchu and the exquisite and healing Lake Titikaka with deep inner time to connect with the spirit of the land through sacred sites. This is a journey to connect you deeply with the earth and to revive ancient memory of your purpose. We then deepen and ground this higher purpose with the Grace that will help it unfold and the power of the sacred sites to help clear the way and strengthen you to walk your path with clarity, courage and joy. We cleanse and purify ourselves during the first part of the journey and receive our purpose and initiation at Machu Picchu, then its time for the healing power of Lake Titikaka to weave her magic, cleansing you of anything that stands in the way of your higher purpose.
Investment: $4499 (based on twin share and excluding flights)
PDF Download: Intinerary - Andes 2012: Awakening to Higher Purpose
ITINERARY
DAY ONE, Saturday 15 September, Arrive in Lima. Overnight and rest in Lima.
DAY TWO, Sunday 16 September, Cusco
Internal flight from Lima to the beautiful Inca capital, Cusco. This charming city is built in the shape of a puma and is the oldest inhabited city in the Western hemisphere. There is a powerful convergence of ley lines in this power place. Rest day and lots of time to adjust to the altitude. (B)
(Meals included Breakfast B, Lunch L, Dinner D)
DAY THREE, Monday 17 September, Cusco
Today we visit the altars, power places and Inka temples of Cusco; the Temple of the heart, Kusilluchayoc, The Temple of the Moon and then in the afternoon we visit the amazing Sacsayhuaman an incredible example of Incan artistry in construction. Sacsayhuaman is described as a fortress and means “satisfied falcon” in the ancient Quechua but is really a temple. We discover the Solar Temple of Saqsaywaman and the Waka of the puma of Q’enqo. We will do meditation and sacred ceremony to open and purify ourselves. (B)
DAY FOUR, Tuesday 18 September, Cusco
We visit the ancient Quillarumiyoc or “Stone of the Moon” just outside of Cusco in the morning. This amaz ing and largely unknown site (it was only rediscovered in 1995), includes a sacred temple, a petroglyph that appears to be a space vehicle and non-human mummy remains. This site was an Inca ceremonial site dedicated to the worship of water and the moon goddess Quilla. After a fascinating morning, we have a free afternoon to wander around Cusco’s wonderful artisan markets and do some shopping or to rest. (B, L, D)
DAY FIVE, Wednesday 19 September, Sacred Valley
Today we visit the Qoricancha in Cusco, Temple of the Sun, the most important temple in Cusco, its walls and floors were once covered in sheets of gold. The Spanish built the Church of Santo Domingo on the site, demolishing the temple, using its foundations for the cathedral. We then travel into the beautiful Sacred Valley, stopping at Tipon, according to legend, one of the royal gardens that Wiracocha (father God) ordered to be built. It has 12 terraces, canals and waterfalls, with native flowers of the area. (B)
DAY SIX, Thursday 20 September, The Sacred Valley: Urco and Pisac
Today we journey through the beautiful Sacred Valley on the ancient Incan road that wound its way through the canyon to Pisac, the place of an Incan citadel. There are magnificent terraces, aquaducts and steps cut from solid rock. Then we travel to Urco, the place of the snake for ceremomy and despacho to give thanks to Pachamama and the Apus (mountain spirits). (B)
DAY SEVEN, Friday 21 September, Moray and Ollyantaytambo
Today we discover the master Temple of the Wind in the beautiful town of Ollyantayambo, travel to the cosmos to discover your own heritage. Ollyantaytambo is made of enormous stepped terraces. We will partake in ceremony to harmonize our energies with the most powerful place. (B)
DAY EIGHT, Saturday 22 September, Machu Picchu, Equinox
An early start taking a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes for Machu Picchu, “Old Peak” in Quechua. The Crystal City hugs the emerald mountain with incredible views down the sheer cliffs to the Urubamba River in the valley below. You truly feel up in the heavens with Divine Grace at this powerful energy vortex. We will have the opportunity for ceremony to awakening our higher purpose and esoteric insights on the various temples and shamanic centres and time to soak in the powerful energy of this sacred site and to witness the astronomical precision and knowledge of the Incas. Tonight we sleep in the womb of the valley beneath Machu Picchu. (B)
DAY NINE, Sunday 23 September, Machu Picchu
For the willing initiates we will make the trek up Wayna Picchu (“Young Peak” a Melchizidekian Initiatory mountain) the less nimble will have the morning to explore Machu Picchu further and to commune with the Apus. We travel back through the Sacred Valley staying a final night in this exquisite valley of the gods. (B)
DAY TEN, Monday 24 September, Cusco
We catch the bus to Cusco with a free day in Cusco to integrate the first leg of our journey before heading to Mother Titikaka and a chance for shopping in the wonderful artisan centres and markets (B) (D)
DAY ELEVEN, Tuesday 25 September, Puno
Today we have a long and scenic bus ride to Puno on the shores of Lake Titikaka. En route we visit power site Raqchi (the Temple of Wiracocha) and overnight in the lovely city of Puno. (B)
DAY TWELVE, Wednesday 26 September, Amantani Island
Today we journey across the sacred waters of the Inca Empire. We catch a boat to Amantani Island, via the amazing Uros Islands, enjoying a truly magical visit to these islands made entirely of reeds, where we will meet the local people and learn how they live on and create their reed homes, boats and islands. We arrive at beautiful and rustic Amantani, home to Quechua and Aymara families (some direct descendents of the Incas) where we will live like the locals. (B) (L) (D)
DAY THiRTEEN, Thursday 27 September, Amantani Island
We will enjoy the hospitality of the local islanders on Amantani Island, and today we walk to the Temple of Pachatata and Pachamama to perform a despacho (offering ceremony) with the purpose of clearing obstacles to us completing our purpose. (B, L, D)
DAY FOURTEEN, Friday 28 September, Return to Puno
We take the boat back to Puno, enjoying the waters of this amazing pool of feminine energy, performing ceremony on the way, invoking her healing presence and giving thanks for all her blessings. We arrive back at our hotel in time for a restful afternoon or time for more shopping at the great shops in Puno. Overnight in Puno. (B)
DAY FIFTEEN, Saturday 29 September, Aramu Muru Doorway
We visit dimensional gate Aramu Muru and the Aymara altars. Today we journey across the border into Bolivia, to the site of the largest Mayan Temple in all of the Americas, Tiwanaku. A living calendar built with the 13 step principle of the Mayan cycle of time. We will be staying in the little town of Tiwanaku over night to allow our consciousness to fully take on the blessings of this site whilst our bodies sleep (B)
DAY SIXTEEN, Sunday 30 September, Tiwanaku
More time to enjoy this incredible and powerful site and to draw on the grace of the divine feminine for clarity and grace in carrying out our service (B)
DAY SEVENTEEN, Monday 1 October, Puno
We drive to Sulistani, ancient burial site and fertility temple with natural and unusual altars, a place of communion with our brothers and sisters from the stars. An exalted energy spot where we can connect with the resources we require to fulfill our purpose. (B)
DAY EIGHTEEN, Tuesday 2 October, Flight Home
A time of integration and reflection around the plazas and markets of Puno before we fly from Juliaca to Lima and home. (B)
INCLUDED:
*ALL TRANSPORTATION
*VISITS WITH ENTRANCE FEES
*ACCOMMODATION IN THREE STAR HOTELS WITH DAILY BREAKFAST *SELECTED GROUP MEALS
*PRIVATE TRANSFERS
*PRIVATE MEDITATIONS, CEREMONIES AND SHAMANIC TEACHINGS
*EXPERT GUIDES IN ANDEAN TRADITION
NOT INCLUDED:
*INTERNATIONAL AIR TICKETS, INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TAXES
*DOMESTIC FLIGHTS: DOMESTIC AIRPORT TAXES
*MEALS BESIDE BREAKFAST and SELECTED GROUP MEALS
*TIPS
*OTHER INCIDENTALS
NOTE: The program may require to be modified in the event of natural or political unrest. Any changes will be kept within the spirit of the program.
WE STRONGLY ADVISE ON TAKING OUT TRAVEL INSURANCE WITH COMPREHENSIVE TRAVEL COVER
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