Machu Picchu, Mountain of Spiritual Power and Majesty
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Few places on earth are as spiritually powerful, enigmatic and awe-inspiring as Machu Picchu, the lost city reclaimed from the jungle by Hiram Bingham, a North American historian, in 1911. What was once hidden from view for hundreds of years has been wrested from the green arms of the jungle and restored so that seekers can gain entry.
The Urubamba River snakes around the base of the twin peaks of Machu Picchu and the towering summit of Huayna Picchu, with a stone seat at the apex of the mountain. Behind Huayna Picchu are the haunting ruins known as the Temple of the Moon for those adventurous enough to make the steep descent.
The fine dry-stone constructions include the Intihuatana, the Room of Three Windows and the Temple of the Sun. The Intihuatana, or “Hitching Post of the Sun,” is a massive stone altar believed to have been used to tie down the sun when it was positioned directly over the stone on the equinoxes.
My journey to Machu Picchu was the culmination of a long-held dream that began in the ‘80’s when I first heard of these faraway ruins. It was two decades before my dream was realized and I was able to touch the ancient stones.
To read Gary's view from the roof blog about his adventure in getting to Machu Picchu the first time, click here.
The power of Machu Picchu is palpable and strong, residing in the stones that carry ancient energies beyond our present abilities to understand. No one knows the true beginnings or purpose of the city of stone seated upon its lofty perch. Research seems to indicate that the site was used as a sacred ceremonial city, built upon by the Incas but also used far before the Incas came.
Through meditation and deep communion it’s possible to receive your own messages and intuitive knowing as to what Machu Picchu represents. Gary and I will share what we have learned after repeated sojourns there and reveal to you some of the little-known places we have found. There is always something new to discover and more dreams to dream in this place of power and magic.
Join us for 11 marvelous days as we travel the storied route from Lima to Cusco, through the Sacred Valley and into the heart of Machu Picchu and the ancient Inca world, then on to Sacred Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
The history of Lake Titicaca is shrouded in mystery. It is the glistening center of a cold, silent, other-worldly region. This area is the home of Viracocha, the creator god of the Andean world. Some legends say Viracocha came out of the lake to create mankind. Others say he descended to earth in a golden disc.
The lake’s inhabitants live on floating islands made from reeds. The islands are several feet thick and tethered so they won’t float away.
DAY 01 - 15 APR: Participants fly to Lima, Peru, where we spend the night.
DAY 02 - 16 APR: We fly together to Cusco, legendary Inca city of gold, where we will immediately bus to Pisac, a charming village in the Sacred Valley. Pisac is lower than Cusco, so we reduce the possibility of developing altitude sickness. After checking into our hotel and enjoying a leisurely lunch, we are free to rest, relax and recover from the flight, adjusting to the altitude. Overnight in Pisac.
Day 03 - 17 APR: Today is the big market day in Pisac and we will have plenty of time for shopping in the great Pisac market. We’ll also explore the ruins of Pisac and overnight there.
Day 04 - 18 APR: We continue our journey through the Sacred Valley to Moray, where galactic energies are strong. The unusual circular man-made pit constructions at Moray are thought to have been experimental agricultural centers in ancient times and a spot popular with UFO’s. Then it’s on to Ollantaytambo, a majestic place of peace and spiritual strength. We’ll tour this fascinating town of rushing canals and ancient ruins. Overnight in Ollantaytambo.
Day 05 - 19 APR: Travelling by train from Ollantaytambo through the scenic jungles to Machu Picchu, we disembark at Aguas Caliente, the village at the base of the mountain, and overnight there. We’ll have plenty of time to explore the steep streets of the village, shop and even soak in the picturesque riverside hot springs.
Day 06 - 20 APR: We take a bus up the winding mountainside to the Machu Picchu site for a day of exploration, meditation and awesome communion with nature. In the afternoon we descend the mountain and return to Cusco by train. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 07 - 21 APR: Full day for a Cusco tour and visits to four nearby ruins, all unique. Among the ruins we explore is Sacsayhuaman, with its perfectly-fitting, monolithic, serpentine stones. Overnight in Cusco.
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Day 08 - 22 APR: Bus to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca and overnight there. On the way we visit Raqchi, Temple of Viracocha.
Day 09 - 23 APR: A full day on 100-mile-long Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. We journey by boat from Puno to Uros, the floating island village on Lake Titicaca and also to the mystical island of Taquile. Overnight in Puno.
Day 10 - 24 APR: From the airport in Puno we fly to Lima, transfer to our hotel and enjoy a dinner and show. Overnight in Lima.
Day 11 - 25 APR: On our last day together, we will visit the gold museum and enjoy a seafood luncheon on us before transferring to the airport in Lima for your international flight home.
Price for the tour is $2,795 per person, double occupancy. Single supplement is $495.
Tour includes all hotels, transfers, breakfasts, and in-country transportation. Entrance fees and bus transport from Aguas Caliente to Machu Picchu and back, entrance fees to other archaeological sites and boat to Uros and Taquile islands are also included.
Fares for our two in-country flights are included up to a total of $300 per person. Fares change regularly so we cannot determine exactly what the price will be. The seafood meal in Lima and show is also included.
What is not included are tips, personal items, international air fare, airport departure taxes, meals other than breakfast, travel insurance, extras, alcoholic beverages and drinks at the seafood meal.
The tour company we are using is operated by good friends of ours, so we know and trust their arrangements. They require an $800 non-refundable deposit in November. The final payment is due one month prior to the travel date. We suggest you purchase trip insurance.
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