August 22-30 Sacred Valley, Peru
Loving Heart
The name, Munay Sonqo, means “Loving Heart” in Quechua, the very beautiful and poetic language of the Incas. At the Munay Sonqo Retreat Center they have a heart-felt mission to create a nurturing environment for healing, learning, regeneration, and expansion. We are excited to share this beautiful land and experiences with you in August! Honoring Sacred Ceremony in the Sacred Valley is our daily intention. Honoring the people of this land and their tradition is our guiding mantra. Munay Sonqo will be our home base as we practice yoga each morning and evening together and as we experience the beauty and sacredness of the Sacred Valley and her people.
Where you’ll be staying…
Each villa at Munay Sonqo reflects the Andean culture of the Sacred Valley, and are mindfully created using local and natural materials. Thanks to our staff, the entire center embodies the kindness, love, and wholeness that permeates this magical place. Be prepared to be loved on and cared for as we explore this historical land. There are beautiful rooms for every budget. You can spend your days doing yoga, hiking, visiting the spa, relaxing with a view of the ancient mountains and soaking in the peace of this valley.
Clean and Yummy Meals
Expect high-vibrational meals tailored to your transformational journey. The produce at Munay Sonqo is locally-grown, fresh, and mostly organic from the farms of our Ngo Sach’a Munay, who will also provides us with hearty organic eggs. Meals are vegetarian, however, chicken and fish can be served upon request. Drinking water comes from the above mountains and is filtered through a Kangan filter.
The phenomenal Peruvian chefs, love to adapt their cooking to each unique group’s needs and desires. They will cater to various dietary restrictions including Gluten free, Dairy free, and Vegan. Just let us know what diet serves your health.
Daily Schedule
We will honor our daily intention of ceremony. We will have hiking and shopping adventures sprinkled into our days - along with a full day long trip to Machu Picchu.
8am - Morning Yoga
9am - Breakfast
Mornings- Ceremony + Adventure
1pm - Lunch
Afternoons - Space for Rest + Reflection + Adventure
6pm - Dinner
7:30pm - Evening Yoga
Evening Gathering and Rest
So much to do in the Sacred Valley…
Hiking, Exploring, Resting, Shopping - and of course Yoga!!
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu in modern day Peru was built around 1450 AD and has been named as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is said that the structure/town was built for the Incan emperor Pachacuti. The amazing wonder was discovered by a History professor, Hiram Bingham, in 1911.
CACAO CEREMONY
Medical cocoa is an ancient and wise medicine that has been used for ritual and healing purposes in ceremonies in Central and South America for more than 3000 years and is therefore also referred to as the "food of the Gods". As medicine, cocoa increases your vibrational frequency, calms your thoughts, harmonizes your body and opens your heart. It connects you with your inner child and inspires your mind as well bringing forward creativity (maybe in completely new forms). Thus, this gentle yet powerful medicine offers an incredible potential for self-reflection and inner growth. In addition, medical cocoa in its raw form contains over 700 health- promoting factors.
Hiking Apu Pitusiray
While we won’t hike all the way up to the glacier, the elegant Pitusiray Glacier in Calca, is over 4,950 meters above sea level, is a splendid challenge for all travelers who love hiking. Its slopes are made up of volcanic rock outcrops, which give it a special touch. According to Andean history, the snowy Pitusiray together with the Sawasiray Glacier, would be interrelated. From this connection is born the legend of a beautiful and stormy love during the Inca times, this beautiful love story is known as “The legend of One Orqo”, and is staged to the delight of the inhabitants and visitors in the province of Calca in the month of October.
DESPACHO CEREMONY
Despacho ceremony is a traditional ritual that has been practiced in Peru for centuries. It is a sacred offering that expresses gratitude, healing, and manifestation, and is deeply rooted in Andean cosmology. The ceremony is typically performed by a shaman or spiritual leader, who guides the participants through the intricate process of creating an offering bundle, which is used to honor the spirits and the natural world.
SOUND HEALING
Through the use of instruments such as gongs, Tibetan and quartz bowls, didgeridoo, handpan, harmonium and voice among others, he carries out sound sessions where a deep state of meditation and relaxation can be reached that allows us to access numerous benefits through physical, mental and emotional level.
WACHUMA CEREMONY
Wachuma or San Pedro, also known as Huachuma, is an ancient magic medicinal plant that is used for Inca ceremonies that awakens your heart's light. Wachuma or San Pedro is the masculine spirit of the Apus (Andean mountains). Heals, cleanses and harmonizes from the inside to the outside of your being. It purifies your mind, gives you cosmic energy and makes your eyes shine with love. It connects you with the great spirits of the mountains.
ENJOY THE SPA
The Spa includes a Cold Plunge, Hot Tub, Salt Cave and Sauna. It takes many many hours for electricity to move in Peru - so we will have multiple open spa days. Massages and treatments can be booked at any time.
SHOPPING in PISAC
Beautiful, bright, bold textiles can be found all over Peru, particularly at local markets in Cusco and Pisco where we will visit. Pack an extra bag as we will discover beautiful hand-woven pieces everywhere we go. Weaving is a skill that has been passed down through the generations, and many of the designs reflect native beliefs and sacred animals. Woven goods include tablecloths, placemats, rugs, throws, wall hangings and much more.
I’m so excited for this! TELL ME MORE…
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You are responsible for your flight to Cusco. We will take care of transportation to and from the airport and for all planned adventures including Machu Picchu
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YES! A private room can be shared with two people in the same bed for $3650 each. or we have a bunk room available with three plus beds for $3100 a person
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Yep! After the initial $1000 hold deposit is paid you will have the opportunity to select a payment plan for the remaining balance.
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* $1000 hold deposits are non-refundable
* Hold deposits are transferable to another new attendee found and assigned by the original attendee.
* The full balance is due no later than June 1, 2024
* Cancellation requests submitted by March 1, 2024: full refund (less the hold deposit).
* Cancellation requests submitted by May 1, 2024: 50% of the total amount paid (less the hold deposit) will be refunded.
* Cancellation requests made after May1, 2024: non-refundable
* All refunds will incur a 3% processing fee.
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Of course. Massages are available by appointment daily.
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No extra shots required. We suggest taking Chlorophyl for a week before you arrive to prevent altitude sickness. We will send details closer to ttravel time
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Only your passport! And an upgraded ID for US travel.
