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"Peru can offer the mystical, magical and mysterious all at the same time so come and join us for a once in a lifetime spiritual journey."

A Sacred Tour of South America:
Peru, Chile, Galapagos, Argentina, Brazil

2-3 weeks in November 2008

THIS IS A TAILORMADE TOUR!
Call or email us now with your wish-list so that Sandra can plan how to make your special spiritual journey a reality!


Cultural holiday to Machu Pichu Peru
Mystical Peru & Machu Picchu:
– the Empire of the Incas

Our visit to this mystical land of the Incas, with its ancient Sun and Moon Temples, its mountainside terraces high in the Andes, and its sheer beauty, is truly memorable.

Highlights include:
Spending time in the Sacred Valley
Full Moon ceremony and initiations
Attunements at Machu Picchu
Lake Titicaca

In 1911 the legendary Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, was discovered, which stimulated the internal road to a new state of consciousness and acknowledged by many as a spiritual haven. In this living initiation centre, powerful energies, which are still very much alive, are accessible. On this scared journey we will view the 'Gate to the Sun', Cuzco 'The Plexus of the World', Sacsayhuaman in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. The legendary Lake Titicaca beckons, and powerful Sillustani. (See Amazon option below.)

It is thought that at one time, prior to the Atlantean demise, there existed a land with advanced technology, whose people gazed at the stars and planets, who dreamed reality into life, who revered gold along with the Sun, the Moon, the wind, the seasons and rhythms, the harmony and beauty of our magnetic Earth and Nature. With our own Shaman we will formulate our own personal cosmologies. Included are powerful meditations, initiations, shamanic rituals and ancient ceremonies.

Peru contains the Mystical, Magical and Mysterious all at the same time, so come and join us for your once in a lifetime Spiritual Journey - experience a real shift in consciousness.

Proposed itinerary for Peru:
Day 1: London – Lima. Overnight in 3/4-star hotel in Lima.
Day 2: LIMA-CUSCO-URUBAMBA: Buffet Breakfast included and early morning transfer to the airport. Arrive Cusco a.m. Acclimatise, rest and then start our spiritual connection to this land with visits to several sacred sites. These include Sacsayhuaman Fortress and the Temple of the Moon. Afternoon departure to Urubamba Sacred Valley. Overnight in Yucay at 3/4-star hotel.
Day 3: URUBAMBA VALLEY: A sacred visit to Pisac Inca Citadel (4 hours) and to Ollantaytambo Fortress. Lunch is taken at a local restaurant. Then back to hotel.
Day 4: URUBAMBA VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU: Buffet breakfast included. Transfer to train station for a magnificent journey to Machu Picchu. On arrival we check into our hotel and go up to Machu Picchu for our first guided visit. Machu Picchu is totally built of stone blocks, fitted with masterful precision. This fabulous city has houses, temples, warehouses a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, and is surrounded by terraces cut into the mountainside which were used for agriculture. Overnight at Machu Picchu 4-star hotel.
Day 5: MACHU PICCHU: This day we hope to have some quiet ceremony at Machu Picchu. There will also be optional free time, or time to take a trek to the Gateway of the Sun, OR to the Temple of the Moon. Late afternoon we will take the train back to Cusco and transfer to our hotel. We will then enjoy a cultural evening, and there will be some time for shopping.
Day 6: CUSCO - PUNO: Today we take the famous altiplano train journey to Lake Titicaca aboard the New Inca train which is now under Orient Express Management and features a deluxe train decorated in the 1920’s style. The train has a wagon with a bar and an observation deck from where you can enjoy the scenery, as well as a restaurant. Lunch is included. The journey lasts approximately 10 hours with breathtaking scenery. Upon arrival we transfer to our beautiful hotel to overnight and acclimatise. Oxygen is available if needed.
Day 7: PUNO: In the morning we depart from the pier. A short distance by boat from Puno on Lake Titicaca are the floating islands made of reeds, inhabited by the Uros. They live in huts built on platforms of reeds, not more than 30-40 cms (1ft) thick. We enjoy a stay here before returning to Puno for lunch and rest. In the early evening we will visit the sacred ancestral site of Sillustani with its funerary towers and sun and moon temples which date back to 13th century. With superb landscapes this is a special experience. Overnight at our hotel in Puno.
Day 8: PUNO – JULIACA - LIMA: Return to Lima for return flight to UK next day, or to commence Amazon Extension.

Main Peru Tour - £1295 (plus UK airfare approx. £650)

Amazon extension: 2 nights/ 3 days - £395 full-board
(with single supplement option £55)
This optional Amazon extension, as well as the Chile extension can be done along with the main Peru tour, or as part of a 'tailor-made' journey if preferred. Please contact us for details.

Day 9: LIMA - IQUITOS: Buffet Breakfast and transfer to airport for flight to Iquitos. Brief city orientation before transferring to the boating dock for a 1-hour journey by boat down the Amazon River to our air-conditioned safari lodge. Lunch is included. Afternoon: a short hike in the rainforest, or a trip out on the river to see the pink dolphins and wildlife. Dinner included.
Day 10: You can rest at the lodge and take mini excursions to visit the Yagua Indian village.
Optional extra: CANOPY WALK - Full day excursion to the Canopy walkway, which is an experience unequalled in the rainforest! The canopy walkway provides a view of the rainforest from the treetops, the best vantage point for observing Amazon wildlife and vegetation. It is easily accessible and requires no special skills or equipment. It is the longest canopy walkway in the world.
Day 11: IQUITOS - LIMA: Day of leisure in Iquitos. Late afternoon transfer to the airport and back to Lima. Evening return flight to UK. or overnight in Lima if taking the Chile optional extension.

The Chile option:
The Ancient country of Chile holds many marvellous energy sites and awe-inspiring scenery. Join Sandra for sacred time in The Torres del Paine National Park with its wonderful glaciers, waterfalls and wildlife. Visit the historic city of Santiago. In Punta Arenas learn about the native Indians: the Yaganas, Onas and Alacalufes. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the penguin colony.

5 nights/ 6 days - £995 (plus flights from UK or Peru accordingly)
Please enquire for full itinerary - below is a guide at time of writing:

Day 1: Fly Lima – Santiago - Punta Arenas.
Day 2: Full day at Torres de Paine National Park power sites, including Miladon Cave. Lunch included.
Day 3: Serrano and Balamaceda Glaciers. Lunch included.
Day 4: Visit to Penguin colony and viewing wildlife.
Day 5: Half-day tour of Punta Arenas, then fly to Santiago
Day 6: Fly from Santiago to Lima, Peru and/or UK.

The Galapagos Islands option:
Discovered by Darwin in 1835, and now one of the most important natural history sites in the world, the Galapaos Islands are located approximately 1000 km west of Ecuador and comprise of 13 main islands and 6 smaller ones. These islands, isolated since pre-historical times, are a fragile International Conservation area, and have their own unique flora and fauna, which helped inspire Darwin’s Theory of Evolution. Over 60% of the bird-life is found nowhere else on the planet. The fauna include Giant Tortoises and Iguanas, red-footed and blue-footed Boobies, Frigate birds and many others.

Enjoy the weird and wonderful creatures, the crystal clear water and the amazing stark beauty of the prehistoric volcanic formations and unique ecology as a fascinating and unusual optional Extension to our Peru journey.

Please enquire for prices and proposed itinerary for the Galapagos option.

The Argentine option:
Details as yet undecided as this section of the journey is subject to demand.

The Brazil option:
Journeying on to Brazil is for those interested in seeing the remarkable healer, John of God, who resides there but this optional extension can also include more of Brazil including a trip to the breath-taking Iguassu Falls.
Full details of the John of God retreat -
here

Cost of South American Tour includes:
• Accompanied by Sandra Straw as group leader and Shamans/guides throughout
• Accommodation in a shared twin-bedded or single room with private facilities. Single room has a supplement charge.
• Meal Plan: bed & breakfast throughout, plus lunch at Macchu Picchu and Ollantaytambo only.
• All transfers between airports and hotels on journey and internal airfares
• All road journeys and sightseeing as specified in itinerary. And tipping

Cost Does NOT Include:
• International airfare – approx. £550
• Peru visa (not required for UK passport holders)
• Peru Airport Taxes – approx. US$32 (cash is required)
• Insurance – it is important to have comprehensive travel insurance
• Items of a personal nature, such as drinks, laundry and those meals that are not included.

PLEASE NOTE: Circle of Light/spiritualholidays.com reserves the right to change itineraries and prices if local and/or world conditions change.



What people have said:
Dear Sandra
Thank you for the gift of being able to share the joy of Peru with you. Every minute was special and I shall always remember the magic of the attunement at the full moon ceremony at Machu Picchu. No brochure description could ever do justice to the unique blend of spirituality, fun, sight-seeing and the magic of the adventure.
Now here I am back at no. 2 – it’s wonderful being back with the family again. I still carry all the blessings of those two weeks around me.
I will look forward to ‘the next time’ and send you love for now. Joan


Dear Sandra,
Now that I’ve had time to catch my breath being back down at sea level again this note is being written with heartfelt thanks for a truly wonderful experience in the magical and beautiful land of Peru. The two weeks in South America were so memorable. John and I enjoyed every moment. It was so well organised and yet seemed so natural – things just seemed to happen at the right time. The universe just attended to our needs as and when necessary. From the first moments at Heathrow airport early on that Thursday morning I knew we were going to enjoy the whole trip. I might not possess the gift of seeing people’s auras but I have good intuition about sensing when things are just right!
You are a lovely person Sandra, and so understated considering your many gifts and talents. David
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