Itinerary Solstice

 Journey to Peru

with Jhaimy Alvarez-Acosta and TAM Tours Peru 

Signature Journeys
to Peru

with:
Jhaimy Alvarez-Acosta and TAM Tours Peru
 
Solstice Journey to the Andes including Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca - 14 days

June 12th - 25th 2022

* Itinerary is subject to change as required

DAY 1 (June 12): Morning arrival to Cusco from Lima where you will be picked up at the airport and checked-in to the hotel to rest and acclimate to the altitude. There will be a dinner and orientation together in the evening with the other participants on the journey. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 2 (June 13): Today we will have the opportunity to visit the sacred sites in Cusco and the surrounding areas including Saqsayhuaman, the Qoricancha temple (energetic centre of the Andean world) and other historical, cultural and spiritually significant sites. This will give us a strong grounding and context for the Andean teachings that we will be exploring and discovering during our journey together. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 3 (June 14): Travel by private bus to the Sacred Valley and en route we will visit the visit the Ccochahuasi Animal Sanctuary followed by the visit to a traditional market in Pisac where there are beautiful authentic handicrafts and weavings for purchase. We will spend the afternoon visiting the sacred Pisac temple and learning of the genetic coding and seeds for the new humanity that the Ancestors of this region were cultivating for thousands of years. Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

DAY 4 (June 15): Visit Ollantaytambo site which will connect us to working with the teachings of the four elements and the Llama - service of love. There will be time to also visit a pottery/artisan collective in Urubamba to see how traditional art-forms are carefully and lovingly being preserved. There will be a traditional Andean Despacho ceremony and offering in the evening which will include wisdom teachings connected to the Andean Cosmo-Vision and a fireside blessing ritual in support of our healing and setting our intentions for the journey ahead. Overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 5 (June 16): Travel to Machu Picchu by early-morning train (approximately 2.5 hours). We will have the afternoon free to explore the town of Aguas Calientes and markets. * Optional personal healing sessions are available to pre-book for this afternoon with Jhaimy as well as traditional coca-leaf readings. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 6 (June 17): Early morning shuttle bus to welcome the new day at the magical site of the sacred sanctuary Machu Picchu.  We will visit the different temples, learn of the ancient history of this mystical city and connect with the powerful energy of the Apus (Mountain spirits) through personal meditation and reflection. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 7 (June 18): Early morning return train to Ollantaytambo and return travel to Cusco via the Sacred Valley. We will visit the community of Chinchero and their incredible weaving collective and then travel back to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.

Day 8 (June 19): Free day in Cusco to prepare for the next leg of our journey and to visit the markets, cathedrals and sites at your own pace. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 9 (June 20): Early morning travel to Ayavidi/Tinajani via Raatchi. Visit local community and learn of current projects & initiatives. Overnight camping in the magical valley of Tinanjani and participate in sacred ceremony and wisdom teachings around the fire as we connect with the stars and our origins under the beautiful Southern Sky in celebration of the Solstice. * Please note that for this one night we will be camping in tents with sleeping bags and mattresses. 

DAY 10 (June 21): Travel to Puno by day and have the afternoon/evening to rest and integrate the night before. Overnight in Puno.

DAY 11 (June 22): Visit Los Uros Islands - floating Islands. Spend time learning about the construction of these islands, learn about the community that has lived there for thousands of years and the wisdom teachings and creation stories from the Lake Titiccaca area. 

DAY 12 (June 23):  Today is a very special day where we will culminate and integrate our experiences of the traditional teachings at the Aramu Muru energetic gateway through ceremony and ritual. Working with the energy of the serpent of light and of transformation, transmutation and the Alchemical teachings as we begin this next cycle of time in our lives.  Overnight in Puno.

DAY 13 (June 24):

A free day to rest and integrate. * Optional personal healing sessions are available to pre-book for this afternoon with Jhaimy as well as traditional coca-leaf readings.  In the evening we will have our  celebration dinner. Overnight in Puno. 

DAY 14 (June 25): Fly from Lake Titicaca (Juliaca airport) back to Lima in the morning to connect with International flights later that day. 

Tour Costs include:

  • All accommodations (based on double-occupancy) *minimum 3 star hotels + one night of optional camping in Tinajani
  • All private ground transportation upon arrival to Cusco
  • Breakfast at hotels for all days
  • 1 lunch at Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes and 1 welcome dinner upon arrival
  • Entrance fees to all sacred sites
  • Tourist Card for entrance to all Sacred Valley and Cusco sites
  • Entrance fee to Machu Picchu
  • Shuttle bus to Machu Picchu
  • Return train fare for Machu Picchu
  • Buffet lunch at Machu Picchu
  • All sacred ceremonies and wisdom teachings with Jhaimy
  • Personal spiritual guide, Jhaimy Alvarez-Acosta and assistants
  • Personal coordinator with C7Rays Events to assist with all pre-trip coordination

 

Tour Costs do not include:

  • International airfare from/to Lima, Peru

  • Domestic flights in Peru

  • Optional tips/gratuities for your guide, drivers, etc...

  • Lunches and dinners that are not listed above

  • Travel/medical insurance (required)

  • Additional add-on of single room supplement ($600USD per person upon request)

  • Additional add-on’s of personal healing sessions & readings with Jhaimy

Total Cost: $4500 USD


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