The ruins of Machu Picchu, rediscovered in 1911, by Yale archaeologist Hiram Bingham, are one of the most beautiful and enigmatic ancient sites in the world. While the Incan people certainly used the Andean mountain top erecting many hundreds of stone structures, from the early 1400s, legends and myths indicate that Machu Picchu (meaning ‘Old Peak’ in the Quechua language) was revered as a sacred place from a far earlier time.

Machu Picchu seems to have been utilized by the Incas as a secret ceremonial city.

For more info about Machu Picchu:

https://sacredsites.com/americas/peru/machu_picchu.html

Some people say that the best way to rediscover your true self and freedom is to travel as much and as widely as you can. Why is this? What happens when we move that makes us feel freer and happier?

It has to do with the unknown! When we go, especially in countries with a culture very different from the culture we were brought up and see new places and faces, when everything is brand new, the mind stops. Nothing is the way we are used to be, so the mind can not follow its usual patterns and habitual behavior.

This adventure is a spiritual one as much as an external one! The essence of this trip is for you to overcome any fear that you might have at any level, spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, to gain back your power and finally set yourself free!

In the midst of coming back home to yourself, have fun, and meet new friends!

The Trip will be guided by Spiritual Teacher, Shaman & Healer Northern Deer Alexander, founder of the WORLD OF WISDOM & SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE community.

He will help each of you get the most out of the experience, and will guide you on a journey to awakening your true essence.

The trip includes daily practices to awaken the inherent part of our inner selves which is who we truly are!

Day 1: Tuesday, Apr. 21

Arrive in Lima from an International flight.

Upon arrival, you shall be met by a representative in Lima and transferred directly to you hotel in Miraflores, Casa Andina Centro.

If you arrive on time you should be 1 hour to get through customs and baggage collection and then another 30 minutes to the hotel. Your hotel is in a great location near to the main park.

Exploring the district of Miraflores on foot which is very safe even at night.  There are many cafes, restaurants and bars to explore. There are also pharmacies, banks and money exchange shops all nearby if you need them.

Overnight: 3* Centro by Casa Andina (or similar), Miraflores, Lima (based on availablity)

Day 2: Wednesday, Apr. 22

Fly from Lima to Cusco. (flight time late morning or early afternoon)

There may be some time to visit Miraflores or the Ocean front and an early lunch before we continue by private van to go back to Lima airport.  You will then take the 1-hour flight to Cusco transferring 15-20 minutes to your hotel located downtown.

Overnight Hotel 3* Rumi Punku or similar (based on availablity)

Day 3: Thursday, Arp. 23

In Cusco, free for optional activities + acclimate to the elevation

WELCOME TO CUSCO – THE CAPITAL CITY OF THE INKAS!

Today is your main day to see Cusco and around. In the given time you could visit the main plaza, Koricancha Temple, San Francisco Square, San Blas neighborhood, and San Pedro Market.

In the afternoon we can visit sites such as the Inka museum, Coca museum, museum of Pre-Colombian art as well as many cafés, beautiful shops, and restaurants.

Overnight Hotel 3* Rumi Punku or similar (based on availablity)

Day 4: Friday, Apr. 24

CUSCO - Short alternative Inca trail trek-Ollantaytambo

We leave after breakfast (around 7.30 am) and drive 1 hour 15 minute drive to Chinchero town and the Important Inca Ruins of Chincero.

From here we then have around a 7km walk downhill on an alternative Inca trail, with the option to stop at some hidden waterfalls along the way. It will take us approximately 3 hours to complete the trail

We then drive 1 hour to Ollantaytambo and up the Patacancha valley to reach the Inca fort of Pumamarca high above the valley floor.  This was considered to be a military control point for getting to Ollantaytambo and also has a wonderful space for meditating or circle where we will make a small ritual offering to the spirits for our Journey.  

We then walk back down into the Patacancha valley with a 1.5 hour descent directly into Ollantaytambo town.  

Elevation drop is 3450m – 2800m (distance is around 6km)

Overnight – 3* Apu Lodge hotel or similar (based on availablity)

Day 5: Saturday, Apr. 25

Ollantaytambo-Inti-punku (Sun gate)-Ollantaytambo

FULL-DAY TREK:

7-8 HOURS (9.5K) 6 miles,

2800m-3900m-2800m

After we have been served breakfast we will head up the trail leaving from the other side of town, following the Urubamba river.   

Today will be a much tougher hike - It is the Day of Our Highest Intetnion, expressing it through this Pilgrimage that will finish with Shamanic Ritual, but you will now be more adjusted and acclimatized.

The ascent is around 8.5 km one way.  It takes usually 4.5-5 hours one way and 3.5 hours back down.

On the way up we will pass by the Inca Quarries (Cacchicata) where they extracted large stones in order to build the nearby temple of Ollantaytambo.  

This was an on-going project, in the middle of process by the time the Spanish invaded, therefore you can find many large blocks of rock that were partly sculpted - known as the ´tired´ stones (around 90 of them), which were planned to be brought to Ollantaytambo to extend further constructions but abandoned due to the Spanish take-over.

At the summit you will reach the "Sun Gate" or Inti Punku. Strategically placed for sunrise alignments, especially during solstices and important Inca ceremonies.  It has a trapezoidal gateway, and considered as a spiritual monument for ancient priest rituals at 3900m and aligns directly with the sacred mountain Veronica (Apu Veronica) the highest in the Cordillera Urubamba range at 5893m - We will perform a powerful Shamanic Ritual connecting us with the Sun and Its powerful Allies spirits - this Ritual provides connection with the energy that brings success and very big inner power to achieve our life dreams. To go there one has to have a strong and High intention in order to be blessed from the Highest Spirits.

Dinner can be taken early as we can take an early sleep and be ready for the next mornings early start.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION: Ollantaytambo (as per previous night)

Day 6: Sunday, Apr. 26

FREE DAY in Ollantaytambo

(Relaxing, Receiving Teachings about shamanism and exploring town & ruins)

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION: Ollantaytambo (as per previous night)

Day 7: Monday, Apr. 27

Travel day: Ollantaytambo-Santa Teresa. Hot springs.

Today, we start at around 9 or 10am for our moderate day of travel down into the high jungle terrain..  

For 1 hour we then drive up a continuously snaking road up to the pass of Abra de Malaga at 4450m with some fantastic views of the Veronica glacier if clear enough (can often be misty) and dramatic scenery behind us.  

We then glide down the other side into the denser vegetation which soon transforms into more tropical like growth, banana plantations quickly appear everywhere and humidity becomes suddenly obvious.

In the late afternoon, we will get to the hot-springs of Cocalmayo where we can relax until sunset.

We then arrive to our Ecollodge hotel for Dinner

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION: 3* Quechua Eco-lodge

Day 8: Tuesday, Apr. 28

Organic coffee tour, afternoon trek on Inka trail to Llactapata ruins.

After breakfast we continue 40 minutes by road to the community of Lucmabamba where they run an organic coffee production cooperative.

Here, you have the option to participate in a cultural experience with the native people of the area, including farmers who organically cultivate their coffee plantations and is considered one of the best organic coffees in the world.

The organic coffee plantations still use traditional methods to toast and grind the coffee beans.

After lunch, a walk uphill of around 700m and 3 hours takes you through beautiful garden-like scenery. We will then continue through the coffee plantations where they also cultivate bananas and “granadilla” a member of the passion fruit family, yucca and avocados.

Some of the path is ancient Inka trail and with good fortune, you should arrive to a wonderful viewpoint over to Machu Picchu

Here there are some Inka Tambos (Small resthouses) known by the name Llactapata.  

Llactapata was supposedly an Inka site or religious temple with incredible energies.  We try to appreciate this remarkable site and view point to Machu Picchu by getting there when there are no groups and it will be peaceful.   We then descend with another 30 minutes to our simple lodges but incredible viewpoint that offer what is hopefully an amazing panoramic for both the sunset and sunrise.

Ascent: 3-3.5 hours/5 km – 2100-2800m. Descent: 0.5 hours/1.5 kms 2800m-2650m 

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION: Llactapata lodge

Day 9: Wednesday, Apr. 29

Full-day Trek along the railway to Machu Picchu village

After breakfast, we hike downhill for 2 hours to the start of the railway known as ‘hidroelectrica’.  

 Around 10, we can continue on a flat section along the railway for 3 hours.

 Keep an eye out for the Cock of the Rock (Peru’s national bird)! 

Lunch will be taken at a spot about half-way along the railway.

We should arrive to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu village) by late afternoon.

At this time, we can relax once checked into the hotel.  

We offer a free evening to decide where you want to eat as dinner is not included. We will arrange for the guide to meet you in reception at some time in the evening so you have the plan fresh for the next morning when you go to Machu Picchu.

Descent: 2 hours/5.5 km – 2650m-1950m  + Level walking: 3 hours/10 kms.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION AGUAS CALIENTES: Pucara or similar

Day 10: Thursday, April 30

Tour Machu Picchu and return to Sacred Valley by train, drive to Pisac.

After breakfast you will have a 2-minute walk to the bus stand, and you will then take a 25 minutes shuttle ride to the entry gate, where you will enjoy a 2 hour guided tour of the main citadel of Machu Picchu. You will then head back down the same way to town and have time for lunch (not included). We will then be taking a mid-afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo which takes around 1.5 hours and another 1 hour 45 minute drive to Pisac. Arriving around 6.30pm in the evening.

On the final part of today we would be transport from the Sacred Valley to our accommodation back in Cusco or Pisac.

Day 11: Friday, May 1

Flight via Lima to Pucallpa

In the mid-morning we take a 1 hour 15 minute flight to Lima, then connect to Pucallpa on another 1 hour flight in the afternoon.  

From Pucallpa airport you shall be picked up by the hotel (just 10 minutes away) where you can then relax for the rest of the day, also you can use the outdoor pool facilities.

Overnight 4* Manish, Pucallpa

Day 12: Saturday, May 2

Jeep/boat transfer to Sanctuario Huistin retreat

Santuario healing retreat Day 1: Ceremony #1

After breakfast, we continue by Jeep for 2.5 hours to meet our boat on the river Pachitea at a port in the small town of Honoria.

Once on the boat we then travel further 30 minutes to the point where we head on foot to our refuge for the next 5 nights which is around 40 minutes further to walk.

In the evening we start the ceremony at around 7 or 8pm and will last into the night.

Accommodation at the retreat in simple basic rooms and all meals.

On the ceremony days only breakfast and lunch will be served, on non-ceremony days breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served.

Expect meals to be basic and nutritious as part of the diet and preparation for the Ayahuasca plant medicine.

Day 13: Sunday, May 3

Santuario healing retreat Day 2: Rest day 1

This day is following the schedule indicated by the retreat, there will be no ceremonies given by the Shaman today but there is the opportunity to visit the surrounding area and experience the local nature and wildlife that exists here.

Day 14: Monday, May 4

Santuario healing retreat Day 3: Ceremony #2

Today we will have the second ceremony at around the same time as the night one.

Day 15: Tuesday, May 5

Santuario healing retreat Day 4: Rest day 2

This second rest day is following the schedule indicated by the retreat, there will be no ceremonies given by the Shaman today but there is the opportunity to visit the surrounding area and experience the local nature and wildlife that exists there.

Day 16: Wednesday, May 6

Santuario healing retreat Day 5: Ceremony #3

Today we will have the third and final ceremony at around the same time as night one and three.

Day 17: Thursday, May 7

Return from the retreat to Pucallpa overnight at Manish hotel

We take the entire morning to relax, and begin our return after lunch with a 40 minute walk back to the river with the boat awaiting us.  Then travel on the motor-boat 30 minutes to the nearest port.  From there a full 2 hours back to the hotel by jeep.

Overnight 4* Manish, Pucallpa

Day 18: Friday, May 8

Return to the airport and fly to Lima for one final night.

Transport will take us back to the airport of Pucallpa in 10 minutes and we fly around 4.15pm to Lima then connect into Miraflores for one final night.

Accommodation: Hotel 4* Del Pilar, Miraflores

Day 19: Monday, May 12

Return to the airport to catch your international flight at any time.

After breakfast, you will have an included transfer to Lima airport in time for your international flight.

There is no way to separate a trip, a journey to a faraway country, without having a spiritual experience. For such a big trip, the spirit under which it operates and its intention is immense!

Our attention is to enjoy life, expand our awareness and self-knowledge, become empowered from our experiences which will lead us to be more alive and also learn something important and valuable in the way that we can carry with us, inside us, in our memories, in our actions, and in our hearts. Our purpose in this journey is to experience these transformative moments as consciously as we can so that this trip will be an excellent memory and a way to remember our true selves experience deep liberation from conditioning and return reborn!

The spirit and the intention under which we operate and the presence of a spiritual teacher together with us during all days ensure that the energy of our experience will be many times deeper than only what is the outward journey and activity!

Furthermore, on this trip, we will connect with ancient knowledge and global wisdom of ancient worlds, one of which is the world of the Incas of Peru which we will be visiting.

So the opportunity presents itself to have a tremendous spiritual Journey and pilgrimage!

• We will have exciting talks, topics of the transformation of the different parts of our lives (health, relationships, and the psychological aspect of how we experience our daily lives)

• Self Mastery Seminar - The Secrets to Interpret Your Inner & external world

• Tarot Cards Ritual for the empowerment of your life and receive direction

• Introduction To Shamanism (crash course) - Shamanic knowledge and ancient wisdom for daily living – We will study the knowledge of shamans of different traditions and we will focus on the most interesting and relevant topics that connect different civilizations in this universal experience - Drum Ceremonies and meditations – Shamanic Journey “Kamlanie” where you will learn to connect with the so-called spirits of the world of the shaman

• Ayahuasca ceremonies for cleansing the subconscious mind and heal our “traumatic” past experiences of life!

• Personal Advice & a Consultation From Northern Deer

(For more information about Alexander visit: https://www.woworld.org/about/

1ST OPTION (recommended): FULL ADVENTURE TRIP IN PERU

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Dates: Apr. 21 - May 9, 2026

Participation: 7280 euros

Included for the FULL program:

• Spiritual/Transformational seminar with Northern Deer Alexander (look above for a more detailed program of what Northern deer will teach you)

• 18 nights accommodation (double/triple share). With breakfasts included (there is a possibility of single room with extra cost)

• Lunches x10, Dinners x7

• Local flights:  Lima - Cusco - Lima - Pucalpa - Lima (23 kilos + 10 kg hand luggage)

• All - to and from - airport transfers

• Local representative to accompany the group on all travel days.

• Machu Picchu: Guide, entry fee, return shuttle bus, return expedition train

Not included:

• Trip Insurance

• International flights

• Trek poles (can be hired if you need them)

• Hotel upgrades or single room upgrades – if you would like an upgrade ask it from the start - there will be extra charges if you make changes later (see below) .

• Extra nights in Lima before/after the tour

• Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu peak tickets (morning only)

• Meals or activities other than mentioned in the itinerary

• Tips for the locals

2ND OPTION: AYAHUASCA RETREAT IN THE AMAZON JUNGLE

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Dates: April 30 - May 9, 2026

Participation: 3780 euros

Included :

• Ayahuasca retreat in the Amazon jungle including 3 Ayahuasca ceremonies, full board menu, accommodation, and transfers. We make sure that better food (more varied diet, extra fruit, fish, chicken) and care (bed sheets replaced for new ones, candles, candleholders) are provided so we can make your stay there the best possible experience for your soul.

• The guidance and seminar by Alexander Northern Deer

• Transportation inside Peru

• Hotels for 2 nights in Lima 2 nights in Pucallpa (Manish Eco Resort), 6 days/5 nights Ayahuasca retreat in the Amazon (all breakfasts included)

• National flights Lima / Pucallpa / Lima.

Not included:

• International round-trip ticket flight from your residential country to Peru

• Lunches and Dinners apart from the retreat

• Travel Insurance

• Tips/gratuities

3RD OPTION: LIMA, CUSCO, SACRED VALLEY, PILGRIMAGES CHINCERO & SUN GATE, COFFE PLANTATION TOUR, MACHU PICCHU

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Dates: Apr. 21 - May 1, 2026

Participation: 3075 euros

Included :

• Spiritual seminar by Alexander Northern Deer

• All accommodation

• 10 x breakfasts, 4 x lunches, 4x dinners

• Local flights:  Lima-Cusco-Lima (23 kilos + 10 kg hand luggage)

• All - to and from - airport transfers

• Local representative to accompany the group on all travel days.

• Machu Picchu: Guide, entry fee, shuttle bus, expedition train

• Half-day Cusco tour with Koricancha: entry fee, guide

• Coffe Plantation Tour - entrances - all meals

• Hot Springs entrance

Not included:

• Trip Insurance

• International flights

• Trek poles (can be hired)

• Hotel upgrades or single room upgrades – if you would like an upgrade ask it from the start - there will be extra charges if you make changes later (see below) .

• Extra nights in Lima ( if you need) before/after the tour

• Huayna Picchu tickets (morning only)

• Meals or activities other than mentioned in the itinerary

• Train Upgrades

• Tips to locals

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International flights:

You will have to book a flight to Lima Airport, Peru at your expenses.

We can advise and help you spot flights that will suit you, but the final booking needs to be done by you.

In case you wish for us to book your air-flights, this can be arranged for a small fee.

Arrival: Tuesday, Apr. 21, 2026

Return: Saturday, May 9, 2026

National flights inside PERU: For those flights, a booking will be made by us.

• Please come with an open heart and an innocent spirit for an adventure. Try to let go, relax, and flow with life. We would like to have a spontaneous experience, of course, there would be a program to keep things rolling, but please embrace the unknown and everything that will bring blessings our way.

• Valid Travel Insurance in Peru: Please take caution so that you have one, as we will be asked during our reservation to provide all the necessary information.

• To join this Sacred Journey, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of your arrival in Peru. This is an international requirement for entry, and having your documents in order will allow your passage to unfold smoothly and without interruption — as every sacred adventure should.

• Visa arrangements: Visas for up to 90 days in Peru are given upon arrival and are free of charge (in most countries, please check for your case).

• Vaccinations: Please consult your doctor or an official medical service of your country to arrange for the vaccinations you will need to do for visit Peru