Soul Journey to Peru
A Mountain Yoga & Synergy Adventure Retreat
2026 Retreat
Where
Hotel La Casona de Yucay
When
July 19 to July 27 | 2026
About The Retreat
Discover the magic of Peru’s Sacred Valley with Mountain Yoga Sandy and the Synergy team. This family-friendly exploration of Peru’s Sacred Valley combines excursions focused on adventure, the arts, relaxation/self-care and of course sumptuous Peruvian meals.
Our journey begins in the Adean city of Cusco, the capital of teh Inca Empire. From Cusco, we travel to Hotel La Casona de Yucay, surrounded by the splendor or the Andes. During our stay at Casona Yucay, guests will enjoy nutritious meals at teh hotel’s stunning Restorante Tikka as well as its wonderful amenities including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and therapeutic massages.
With 17 years of experience curating retreats in the region, the leadership team has organized an exceptional itinerary that balances spectacular adventures with relaxation and treatments at our boutique hotel. All the while we’ll absorb the high energetic frequencies of the Sacred Valley
Offerings
- Machu Picchu
- Visit and bathe in Perolniyoc Waterfall
- Salt Mines of Maras
- Presentation on traditional Inca/Quechua weaving techniques by the Chincheros Women's Workshop
- Urubamba Farmers Market and an exploration of Inca agriculture and medicine
- Workshop at the internationally renowned Semanario Ceramics Center
- Kayak excursion at Huaypo Lagoon
- Yoga & Workshops
- Thai Bodywork Workshop
- Partner yoga
- Peruvian Cuisine
Learn more about Hotel La Casona de Yucay
Treat Yourself to an Authentic Andean Adventure
Retreat Pricing
Single Room
$
4400
Per Person
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Room to yourself
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Pay In Installments
Book On Synergy
*Does not include international flights
* Additional excursions and spa services available for extra fee.
Shared Room Double
$
3600
Per Person
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Shared room, 2 individuals
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Pay In Installments
Book On Synergy
*Does not include international flights
* Additional excursions and spa services available for extra fee.
Shared Room Group
$
3200
Per Person
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Shared room, 3 individuals
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Family-Sized Room, up to 5 individuals
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Pay In Installments
Book On Synergy
*Does not include international flights
* Additional excursions and spa services available for extra fee.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- Airport transfers
- All entrance fees to the Inca sites
- All meals (except for one lunch)
- All yoga classes & movement workshops
- All logistics & travel expenses (within Cusco and the Sacred Valley)
Your Retreat Guides
Jackie Wheeler
Jackie Wheeler is the founder of Mountain Yoga Sandy located in Salt Lake City, Utah. She is a lover of the outdoors and retreats to them as often as possible. She has been teaching yoga since 2000. Her classes are fused from many different lineages, consisting of empowering, playful sequencing of both classic static and flowing asanas. Her classes are taught with the intention of empowering and inspiring students to move both freely and intelligently and to find external and internal stability and stillness to take with them off the mat.
Francisco Morales-Bermudez
Francisco Morales-Bermudez, is a healing artist from Lima, Peru. Since 2006, he has led certification programs; workshops; retreats and festivals internationally including South America; USA; Asia; Africa; Europe and the South Pacific. Francisco teaches a range of practices, including Thai massage, yoga, martial arts and anatomy and physiology. His exploration of these practices and his compassionate disposition have enabled Francisco to guide numerous students towards optimal health.
Retreat Schedule
***IMPORTANT NOTE*** In order to be allowed entry into Peru, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months prior to arrival on July 29, 2026. ***
Day 1: Sunday, July 19 - Arrivals
Guests will be picked up from Cusco Airport by our staff coordinated by our Transportation Manager, Wilbert Palomino. From the airport we head to Hotel Casona Yucay in the Sacred Valley, approximately 90 minutes from Cusco.
Yoga Class and Opening Circle at Yoga Shala
Dinner at Casona Yucay
Guests may book a massage or cocoa leaf reading or enjoy the jacuzzi
Day 2: Monday, July 20 - Day to Acclimate
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Lunch at Casona Yucay
Partner Yoga & Thai Bodywork Workshop led by Francisco
Partner Yoga is a practice in which participants work in pairs supporting each other in a series of movements designed to open the body and create connections. Thai Bodywork is a traditional therapy combining acupressure, stretching, and kneading movements. The practice dates back to the time of the Buddha (approx. 500 B.C.). Francisco has led numerous Thai Bodywork certifications at Breathing Dragon and in various countries including Peru, Kenya, USA, Canada, Holland, Portugal, and Mexico.
Dinner at Casona Yucay
Day 3: Tuesday, July 21 - Cultural Immersion
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Bus to Seminario Ceramics Center
Tour Seminario Ceramics Center
Walk to and lunch at Tierra Restaurant
Bus ride back to Casona Yucay
Yoga
Dinner at Casona Yucay
After breakfast, we visit the Seminario Ceramics Center, founded by internationally acclaimed artist Pablo Seminario, whose work is featured at the Chicago Art Museum and Smithsonian. Alongside his wife Marilú, he has preserved and revitalized Inca ceramic traditions. In this two-hour hands-on workshop, participants learn pre-Columbian painting techniques and create their own designs on raw ceramic plates.
We then walk to the Urubamba Farmers Market, a vibrant open market showcasing indigenous fruits, superfoods, chocolate, and coffee. Here, agriculture’s deep ties to Pachamama, the Andean earth goddess, come alive. The outing concludes with lunch at Tierra restaurant, which offers exquisite Peruvian cuisine
Day 4: Wednesday, July 22 - Perolniyoc Waterfall Hike
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Take vans to the summit of Perolniyoc Waterfall
Hike down the trail to the waterfall
Lunch at restaurant within Perolniyoc park
Bus back to Casona Yucay
Dinner at Casona Yucay
Perolniyoc Waterfall is one of the Sacred Valley’s hidden gems. Cascading 100 meters, the falls are surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. We’ll take vans towards the waterfall and descend the trail on foot, stopping for a refreshing bath beneath the waterfall en route. The site also includes Inca ruins of Raqaypata, offering a fascinating glimpse of history alongside nature’s beauty. The descent down the mountain is approximately one hour. This excursion weaves together nature, archaeology, and culture—an unforgettable way to connect more deeply with the spirit of the Andes.
Day 5: Thursday, July 23 - Huaypo Lagoon
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Travel to Huaypo Lagoon
Kayak at Huaypo Lagoon
Gourmet Lunch at Huaypo Lagoon
Travel from Huaypo to Casona Yucay
Dinner at Casona Yucay
Prepare to be WOWed by an amazing kayaking excursion followed by a phenomenal five course meal on the stunning Huaypo lagoon! Our outfitter has professional quality kayaking gear and some of the best chefs in the region. Local wine and pisco sours will be served as we wind down under canvas tents by the breathtaking lagoon and enjoy a well earned meal.
The crystal blue Huaypo Lagoon is an amazing landscape and has several folkloric stories connected to Inca culture. According to legend, the sun god asked Manco Capac for his twin children to accompany him at sunset. When they went to look for them, they discovered that the son had become the Huaypo lagoon and the daughter turned into the Piuray lagoon. Huaypo is the manifestation of the son of the Inca.
Day 6: Friday, July 24 - Historic & Cultural Immersion
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Drive to Chinchero – presentation of traditional Inca weaving technology and visit the Chinchero workshop
We’ll stop at the Salt Mines of Maras en route to Chinchero.
Drive to Don Angel Restaurant and lunch
Return by bus from Chinchero to Casona Yucay
Dinner at Casona Yucay
On the 6th day, we visit the Chinchero Artisan’s Weaving Workshop. The weavers will give us a presentation about their traditional dyeing techniques and the ancient stories that inspire their designs. These images pay homage to the natural elements and the universal balance between feminine and masculine energies. Chinchero is known for its preservation of Inca culture despite attempts by the Spanish to “civilize” and reform its traditions. Residents of Chinchero have passed down ancestral Inca textile knowledge from generation to generation. This includes the use of traditional looms, herbs and plants for dyeing, and designs that reflect cultural values of the Inca.
Don Angel is one of our favorite restaurants in the valley. The buffet boasts a broad range of Peruvian staples in addition to international dishes like sushi, pasta, and a lovely salad bar.
Day 7: Saturday, July 25 - Machu Picchu
Bus from Casona Yucay to Ollantaytambo
Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Bus from Machu Picchu back to Aguas Calientes
Lunch in Aguas Calientes (guests pay for lunch)
Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Bus from Ollantaytambo to Casona Yucay
Dinner at Casona Yucay
At Synergy, we love the aphorism, “the journey is the destination”. Our ride to Machu Picchu through the lush jungle, aboard the Vistadome train, reflects these words. The picturesque journey, with panoramic views, includes live Andean music and a traditional folk dance performance. During our guided tour of the sacred site, we will delve into the significance of Machu Picchu within Inca society and discover the fascinating methods used in its construction. This day will be an unforgettable experience in the Lost City of the Incas.
Day 8: Sunday, July 26 - Free Day
Morning Yoga Class
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Optional community volunteer activity
Lunch at Casona Yucay
Breathwork and Yoga Nidra workshop
Dinner at Casona Yucay
Bonfire and Closing Circle with Live Music
Day 9: Monday, July 27 - Departures
Morning Yoga
Breakfast at Casona Yucay
Travel to Cusco Airport after breakfast
Optional walking tour of Cusco City & market
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Booking The Retreat
Purchasing Your Ticket:
We suggest buying your flight from your home city to Cusco. There will be a layover at the Lima Airport. Hopefully your layover is not too long; but if it’s overnight, Lima has a nice airport hotel.
Once you connect to your domestic flight from Lima to Cusco, we will be at the Cusco Airport to pick you up.
If you’d like to arrive a couple of days early and spend time in Lima, the coastal capital of Perú, please let us know and Francisco will arrange transportation for you and can connect you with our favorite spots in the city.
Travel insurance can be purchased by guests who feel more comfortable having coverage in case of any unforeseen travel challenges.
***IMPORTANT NOTE*** In order to be allowed entry into Peru, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months prior to arrival on July 19, 2026. ***
Select your preferred accommodations and book the retreat directly through Synergy.
Children are welcome! For those under 18, the charge is the same as an adult.
Cancellation Policy: 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days prior to the retreat.