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"I have long believed that the Universe conspires on your behalf as soon as you come into right relationship with it. In the Andes this is called Ayni, your intentional aligning with the power and love of creation".

Join us for a feast of music and shamanic wisdom in the Sacred Valley in Peru, with an optional visit to Machu Picchu.

 

We will take part in shamanic ceremonies at ancient ceremonial sites and temples in the clouds. We begin every day with morning yoga and an expedition to ancient temples where we take part in ceremonies with the Andean shamans.

In the early evening, we immerse ourselves in the healing world of mantras and sacred songs, exploring sound, silence and meditation. In this healing environment, we bathe in a joyful, inspirational, and loving rejuvenation of the spirit. 

 

Our lodging is at the Aranwa Hotel located in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The Sacred Valley produces an idyllic year-round climate with abundant sunshine and fresh air. 

DAY BY DAY
Dates: April 11-17, 2026

Day 1 / April 11

Arrival at Cusco Airport. You will be greeted by our staff and brought to your lodge in the Sacred Valley (approx. 1.5 hours). Check in and get acquainted with your surroundings. 

 

4:00 p.m. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten 

6:00 p.m. Welcome with Alberto, Marcela, and the shamans 

8:00 p.m. Fire ceremony 

Day 5 / April 15 — Breakfast. We visit the Earth Temple at Moray, gigantic “bowls” with massive stone walls. We receive the Seers Rite from the shamans, which awakens your ability to perceive the invisible world of energy. Picnic lunch on the Cathedral and optional hike along the ancient salt collection ponds.

 

4:00 p.m. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten 

6:00 p.m. Meeting with Alberto and Marcela. Optional healing sessions with the shamans.

Day 2 / April 12 — Breakfast. We hike to Pumamarca, the Temple of the Jaguars (45-min hike up to ruins, accessible by vehicle for those who are unable to hike). Shamans lead us in a blessing ceremony. Picnic lunch at the ruins. 

 

4:00 p.m. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten 

6:00 p.m. Meeting with Alberto and Marcela. Optional healing sessions with the shamans. 

Day 6 / April 16 —Breakfast. Drive to the archeological site of Kiya Rumiyoc, the Temple of the Moon Goddess. Ceremony of the Earthkeepers, a rite of initiation to become a steward of the Earth and receive the wisdom of the Mother Goddess.

 

4:00 p.m. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten 

6:00 p.m. Meeting with Alberto and Marcela. Optional healing sessions with the shamans. 

8:00 p.m. Closing fire ceremony

Day 3 / April 13 — Breakfast. Visit to Chincheros, the “Place where the rainbow is born.” After visiting the archaeological site, we join the women shamans for an “Earth Wisdom” Ceremony at the edge of the lake. Picnic lunch lakeside and visit to the weaver’s village. 

 

4:00 pm. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten.     

6:00 pm. Meeting with Alberto & Marcela. Optional healing sessions with the shamans.

Day 7 / April 17 — Breakfast. Return flights home or join the Mountain trip extension with Alberto & Marcela. 

Optional Machu Picchu Extension can be booked directly with travel agent Wilbert Salas Welsat Peru Travel or with Aranwa Hotel.  We recommend you visit Machu Picchu the day before or the day after our Expedition. This is an add-on journey and not part of our program. You need to go on-line to book a hotel for that evening as well.

Day 4 / April 14— Breakfast. We will visit Pisac, the Temple of the Falcon. Meditations on opening our inner vision to perceive reality pristinely. We enjoy the crafts at the Pisac Market in the town square. Lunch and shopping on your own.

 

4:00 pm. Ecstatic Chant with Deva and Miten

6:00 pm. Meeting with Alberto & Marcela. Optional healing sessions with the shamans.

Conditions:

Early Bird Pricing (Until November 30, 2025):
 

  • Double Occupancy: $3,900

  • Single Occupancy: $4,450​

REGISTER NOW

TO ENGAGE WITH A HUMAN:

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Regular Pricing (From December 1, 2025):

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  • Double Occupancy: $4,400

  • Single Occupancy: $4,950

A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required to secure a spot

 

The Expedition includes the following. 

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  • Hotel accommodations in first-class hotels, with double occupancy starting on April 11th

  • Hotel taxes and service charges

  • Transfers and luggage handling

  • Guided tours with English-speaking guides as outlined in the itinerary

  • Entrance fees to all archaeological sites

  • Daily full buffet breakfast; Picnic lunches at most archeological sites

  • Daily seminar and meditations led by Alberto & Marcela

  • All shamanic ceremonies

If you would like a roommate for the trip, please let us know, and we will make an effort to match you with one. In the event that we are unable to find a suitable roommate for you, you will be responsible for paying the single supplement cost.

Via Illuminata: Journey to ancient Peru

VIA ILLUMINATA:

Shamanic Wisdom & Sacred Mantra

with Dr. Alberto Villoldo, Marcela Lobos, Q’ero Shamans, Deva Premal & Miten to journey to Peru April 11-17, 2026

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