- Machu Picchu Women's RetreatAlejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Cusco$3,695.00
April 27 - May 5, 2024
With Kim JeffsSee all the details here:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/machu-picchu-peru-womens-retreatCelebrating Women through Adventure & Resiliency
Join us for an adventure filled 9-day Peru women’s retreat with a group of conscious females exploring the ancient Incan Andes! During this small group adventure retreat, we will immerse ourselves in the experience to refresh, restore and connect to ourselves and others. We will start in Cusco learning about the ancient civilization of the Incas before embarking on the classic 4-day Inca trail hike ending at the magical site of Machu Picchu and further exploring the Sacred Valley. We will get distance from our day-to-day life so that we can pause and take an inventory of what's next. This trip is open to female retreat participants looking to gain a conscious perspective on their life, build resiliency skills and celebrate womanhood through somatic and spiritual practices. Active retreats are an amazing healing opportunity for people who have gone through a big life change, are looking for a challenge and adventure, or are seeking professional or personal development. Come solo or with a friend. No one is ever a stranger on a BUILD YOUR SOUL VESSEL RETREAT.
Trip Includes:
- Accommodations
- 5 nights’ boutique B&Bs + 3 nights’ camping on the Inca trail
- Transportation
- Arrival & departure transfers to/from Cusco airport
- All private transit between Cusco and the Sacred Valley
- Inca Trail Hiking Inclusions:
- 4 days/3 nights hiking the classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu, including all entry fees
- Local porters to carry tents, sleeping mats, chairs, food, emergency equipment, etc.
- A personal porter (1 porter per 2 people) to to carry your hiking supplies so that you can hike with just a day pack
- Local hiking guide
- Healthy, nourishing meals using traditional ingredients and local sourcing prepared by our on-site cook
- Retreat Highlights
- Daily somatic workshops with Kim Jeffs
- Final farewell spa experience and celebratory Farewell Dinner
- Additional Activities
- An interactive walking tour of Cusco to learn about Incan society & culture
- Boleto turistico to see 12+ museums & archeological sites
- Traditional Andean pachamanca farm lunch
- Meals
- Daily breakfast + Welcome & Farewell Dinner + 1 lunch + full board during hike
- Optional add-ons:
- Rainbow Mountain Excursion on Day 9 (requires one extra night)
- Additional
- Local guide throughout your stay
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
- Small group experience, max 12 people
See the full itinerary and inclusions here: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/machu-picchu-peru-womens-retreat
- Morocco Women's Yoga RetreatNeeds location$2,495.00
May 8-16, 2024
With Maria Brito
(women only event)For all the details to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco-retreatThis 9-day Morocco yoga retreat combines site-seeing with rejuvenating yoga each morning and evening. Starting in Marrakech, we head to the UNESCO-protected village of Aït Ben Haddou. Then we continue into the Sahara for a desert "glamping" experience: complete with a camel ride, oasis excursion, and music under the stars. En route back to Marrakech, we stop at Berber women’s textile co-op to learn about the important work they do in their community. Finally, we return to the bustling city of Marrakech, discovering the souks and crafts throughout the medina. Throughout the trip you'll experience flavorful cuisine, impactful artisanship, and traditions within the Moroccan way of life.
For the complete Moroccan experience, you can choose an optional 3-night add-on to Fes and Chefchaouen. Here you'll discover luxury riads in Fes as well as the vibrant colors of "the Blue Pearl" of Chefchaoeun. The trip add-on does not include daily yoga.
Itinerary includes:
Accommodations
- 8 total nights’ accommodations in boutique villas and 2 nights desert camping permanent structure tents with real beds
Transportation
- Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
- Private ground transit between Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou and the Sahara
Meals
- Daily breakfast + 6 lunches + 7 dinners
Activities
- Daily yoga + meditation
- Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Ben Haddou
- Sahara desert excursion with 2 nights all-inclusive camping complete with camel ride, stargazing, traditional music & food and an oasis outing
- Marrakech souk tour and entry to Bahia Palace and Madrasa ben Youssef
- Optional hamman spa and massage add-on
- Optional cooking class add-on
Additional
- Visit to a traditional Berber textile women’s co-op + donation to their organization
- Dedicated Traverse yoga instructor & host + local guide
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Optional add-on to Fes & Chefchaouen
- Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
- Small group trip, max 12 people
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco-retreat
This trip is designed by your Meetup organizer Ashley Blake to showcase the incredible landscape, spirit and hospitality of Morocco!
- Reset Retreat in FranceToulouse, Toulouse$3,995.00
May 18-25, 2024
With Leti AlvarezFull Trip details: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/france-retreat
Join our 8-day retreat in France that takes you to the southwestern foothills of the French Pyrenees for daily movement, connection with nature, and a chance to restore in an idyllic French countryside setting. You’ll discover quaint French villages, stroll through traditional French markets and Ariégeoise craftsmanship. Each day you’ll get to move your body through nourishing yoga flows and immersive walks in nature. You’ll also visit historical sites and medieval ruins unique to the mid-Pyrenees region. Invoke your inner chef through a French cooking class, learn about ancient French healing traditions through herbs, and participate in a workshop about the historically famous medieval art of dying fabrics with the local pastel plant.
Trip Includes:
- Accommodations
- 2 nights accommodation in Toulouse
- 5 nights’ accommodations at a countryside French estate
- Transportation
- Airport transfer on arrival/departure day
- Private van to countryside château and all planned activities
- Activities
- Toulouse walking orientation tour to learn about this historic city
- Pastel demonstration to learn how this plant has has been used to dye fabric through the centuries
- French countryside explorations including Mirepoix and Foix
- Opportunity for daily walks in the villages and country surroundings
- French cooking class using local, seasonal ingredients, herbs and spices
- Opportunity for multiple shorter hikes (3-5 miles)
- Daily yoga and meditation
- Optional add-ons
- Chocolate & pastry tour in Toulouse
- Wine Bar tour in Toulouse
- Long day hike (approximately 6-8 miles) and trail running options
- Meals
- Daily breakfast + 6 dinners
- Additional
- Dedicated Traverse Host and Retreat Leader throughout trip
- Engagement session with our Community Partner + donation to their organization
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
Full Trip details: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/france-retreat
- Classic Machu Picchu & CuscoAlejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Cusco$2,495.00
May 25 - June 2, 2024
See all the details here:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/peru-machu-picchuThis 9-day itinerary offers two options: Choose to hike the classic Inca Trail or opt for the non-hiking version and explore the Sacred Valley, both culminating with a visit to Machu Picchu. We’ll start together in Cusco and learn about ancient Andean culture before heading to Ollantaytambo for cultural immersion and a pachamanca traditional feast. From there, hikers will take off on the 4-day hike and non-hikers will stay back and explore Moray, Salineras, Pisaq and other ancient sites. We’ll all meet up together at Machu Picchu with our fantastic local guide before heading back to Cusco for our last night of fabulous Peruvian cuisine.
Included:
Accommodations- 8 nights’ accommodations in boutique
- Centrally located hotels
Meals
- Daily breakfast
- 6 dinners
- 3 lunches (hiking) or 1 lunch (non-hiking)
Transportation
- Transfers to/from Cusco airport
- All transportation between Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and group excursions
Activities
- Cultural exchange with our community partner to learn about the preservation of the Quechua language + contribution to their organization
- Entry fee to Machu Picchu + bus to/from Aguas Calientes + train to Ollantaytambo
- Boleto turistico with entry to more than 12 museums & archeological sites
- Healthy, nourishing meals using traditional ingredients and local sourcing
- Small group experience, max 16 people
Hiking option
- 4 days/3 nights hiking the classic Inca trail to Machu Picchu
- Healthy, nourishing meals prepared by our on-site cook, starting with breakfast on departure day to breakfast on last day of the hike
- Clean, potable water throughout the hike
- A team of local porters to carry provided tents, chairs, food, medical emergency kit and other equipment. Sleeping mat provided (you will carry)
- Entry fee to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu
- Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes + train ticket from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
- Option for a full or half porter to carry some or all of your suppliesLocal guides 24/7
Non-hiking option
- Continued stay in Ollantaytambo
- Excursions & entry fees to the Moray ruins, Salineras salt mines, and Pisaq artisanal market
- Organic farm lunch with a visit to a local rum distillery and brewery
- Optional visit to Chinchero to learn about traditional textiles
- Train to/from Aguas Calientes + bus to/from Machu Picchu
- Entry fee to Machu Picchu + guided tour
- Traverse representative 24/7
See the full itinerary and inclusions here: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/peru-machu-picchu
- Costa Rica Wellness RetreatJuan Santamaría International Airport, Río Segundo, PR$3,295.00
June 23-29, 2024
For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/costa-rica-retreat
Join our 7-day retreat to reset your system and connect deeply to your mind, body, and soul. Based near Bahia Ballena National park, at a luxurious retreat center surrounded by nature. The retreat center is on the outskirts of a peaceful beach community and has thoughtfully designed “nature nooks” for quiet time, a refreshing pool, and private river access for dips in fresh, clean water. World class chefs will prepare all high quality your meals with love using local and sustainable (mostly organic) ingredients. Each day you can explore meditation, breathwork, ecstatic dance, painting and more for a transformative experience. You will leave feeling invigorated as your most authentic self.
TRIP INCLUDES
Accommodations- Private ensuite room for 6 nights at a luxurious retreat center nestled in nature
Transportation
- Airport transfer from San Jose Airport (SJO) on arrival and back to SJO for departure
- All in country transportation between destinations and activities
Activities
- Entry to Bahia Ballena National Park and day on the beach
- Visit to Nauyaca Waterfall
- Explore Manuel Antonio National Park with a naturalist guide to spot wildlife
- Guided breathwork journeys & guided meditation
- Introduction to Authentic Relating
- Art & creativity playshop
- Cacao ceremony
- Explore movement & Ecstatic Dance
- Community Ecstatic Dance event
Meals
- 6 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 6 dinners
Additional
- Learn about our community partner + donation to their organization
- Local trip host in-country from arrival to departure & experienced retreat leader
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Small group experience, max 16 people
Add-Ons
- Extra nights available
We hope to see you in Costa Rica!
For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/costa-rica-retreat
- Morocco AdventureMarrakesh, Marrakesh$2,295.00
September 28-October 6, 2024
For all the details to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/moroccoThis 9-day Morocco itinerary combines the culture and stunning landscapes of Morocco with deep immersion into the local culture. Our route starts in Marrakech, teeming with souks in the ancient medina. We head to the UNESCO-protected village of Aït Ben Haddou as we make our way across the Atlas mountains. Then we continue into the Sahara Desert complete with a camel ride, oasis excursion, and music under the stars. En route back to Marrakech, we stop at Berber women’s textile co-op to learn about how their artisan craftsmanship shapes their community.
For the complete Moroccan experience, you can choose an optional 3-night add-on to Fes and Chefchaouen. Here you'll discover luxury riads in Fes as well as the vibrant colors of "the Blue Pearl" of Chefchaouen.
Itinerary includes:Accommodations
- 6 nights’ boutique hotel stay
- 2 nights desert camping in permanent structure tents with real beds
Transportation
- Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
- Private ground transit between Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou and the Sahara
Meals
- Daily breakfast + 6 lunches + 7 dinners (group trip) or 4 dinners (self-guided)
Activities
- Visit to the UNESCO site of Aït Ben Haddou
- Sahara desert excursion with 2 nights all-inclusive camping complete
- Camel ride, stargazing, traditional music & food and an oasis outing
- Marrakech souk tour
- Entry to Bahia Palace and Madrasa ben Youssef
Additional
- Visit to a traditional Berber textile women’s co-op + donation to their organization
- Dedicated local guide
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Optional add-on to Fes & Chefchaouen
- Optional Hammam spa and massage
- Optional Cooking class
- Small group trip, max 12 people
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/morocco
This trip is designed by your Meetup organizer Ashley Blake to showcase the incredible landscape, spirit and hospitality of Morocco!
- Mexico Pilates & CookingSan Miguel de Allende, San Miguel de Allende, GU$2,295.00
October 22-27, 2024
Pilates + Cooking Retreat with Lee Vallely MaoAdditional dates: Yoga retreats - March 23-28, 2025 with Michelle Fajkus & October 30-November 4, 2025 with Leti Alvarez - Día de los muertos
For all the details and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/mexico-yoga-retreatA 6-day retreat in the beautiful, mountainous state of Guanajuato, Mexico with daily pilates and local explorations. Discover the charming city of San Miguel de Allende, try your hand at cooking local cuisine, visit the birthplace of famous muralist Diego River, learn about native plants and sustainable agriculture in the region, and deepen your pilates practice in this vibrant epicenter of Mexican culture & cuisine.
TRIP INCLUDES:
Accommodations- 5 nights in boutique accommodations in San Miguel de Allende
Transportation
- Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
- Private van to & from Guanajuato City for day outing
Activities
- Daily pilates (mats provided)
- Market outing & cooking class with a focus on local, organic ingredients
- Tamale-making experience
- Day trip to Guanajuato
- Entrance to Las Grutas thermal cave pools
- Optional add-on: Half day winery tour at an organic vineyard
- Optional add-on: Full day winery tour and visit to the historic town of Dolores Hidalgo
- Optional add-on: Day trip to Guanajuato
Meals
- Daily healthy breakfast + 3 dinners + 1 lunch featuring fresh, local fare (vegetarian & vegan options available)
Additional
- Community partner activity to learn about organic agriculture in the region + donation to their organization
- Dedicated Traverse pilates instructor & host
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
- Small group trip, max 12 people
For all the details and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/mexico-yoga-retreat - Experience CyprusLarnaca International Airport, Larnaca$3,695.00
October 27-November 4, 2024
Full Trip details: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/cyprus
This 9-day Cyprus itinerary that takes you off the beaten path and into the villages, mountains and ancient mythology that make this island so alive. You’ll journey from the Troodos mountains dotted with Byzantine monasteries and mountain resorts to the sparkling turquoise waters of Paphos on the Mediterranean to the historic village of Lefkara. We’ll ground with numerous hikes, taking in the history, mythology and natural landscapes of the island. We’ll feast on fresh-caught seafood and farm-to-table village fare as we learn about Cypriot cuisine - including its famous halloumi - as well as its wines. Each day is dotted with personal encounters with artisans and village characters who are excited to share and preserve the Cyprus way of life. You might also find yourself caught up in traditional dancing after dinner!
TRIP INCLUDES:
Accommodations- 8 nights’ local stays in mountain resorts & boutique hotels
Transportation
- Airport transfers on arrival/departure day from Larnaca airport (LCA)
- Ground transit & local guide in a private vehicle
Activities
- 2 day hikes in the Troodos mountains
- 2 hikes in the Akamas region
- Cooking class with a local chef - and feast to follow!
- Winery visit and tasting in the village of Omodos
- Traditional halloumi cheese tasting
- Visit to Timios Stravos church in Pelendri, a UNESCO site
- Visit the House of Dionysos mosaics in Kato Paphos, on the UNESCO heritage list
- Paphos harbor visit
- Sunset cruise to the Blue Lagoon
- Village stay in Lefkara with walking tour
- Learn about local artisan crafts including lacework and basket weaving
- Traditional Cypriot folk dancing night - with option to participate!
Meals
- Daily breakfast + 4 dinners & 4 lunches
- Cypriot cooking class & wine tasting
Additional
- Visit with our local Community Partner + donation to their organization
- Dedicated Traverse local guide throughout your trip
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Small group experience, max 12 people
Does not Include
- International airfare
- Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
- Tips to your local guides and drivers
- Alcohol or other drinks, unless specified
- Required travel insurance
For all the details and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/cyprus
- Chile Cultural & TrekkingArturo Merino Benitez International Airport, Pudahuel, RE$4,295.00
November 1-8, 2024
Additional dates: April 12-19, 2025For more info and to secure your spot: https://traversejourneys.com/trips/chile-patagonia
Join our 8-day journey based in Patagonia with an option to add-on the 3-day Santiago extension. This adventure combines the best of Chilean culture with Patagonia's stunning landscapes. We’ll start by getting to know an integral part of this region – its wildlife! We’ll head to the Strait of Magellan to visit the residents of Isla Magdalena – penguins! Then invoke your inner rancher at a quintessential Patagonian experience, an estancia visit complete with a horseback ride and barbeque. Then get ready for outdoor adventures as you head down to Torres del Paine National Park in stunning Patagonia for a fully guided 4-day Patagonia trek through landscapes and viewpoints that will leave you speechless. Finish off the adventure with a glacier boat cruise to the famous Glacier Grey. End there or continue your journey with explorations in Santiago and colorful Valparaiso. Throughout the trip you’ll not only get to know Chile’s diverse landscapes, but also its warm-hearted people and diverse cultural influences.
TRIP INCLUDES:
Accommodations- 4 nights’ accommodations in boutique, centrally located hotels
- 3 nights camping in tents in Torres del Paine
Transportation
- Arrival transfer in Punta Arenas (PUQ)/Departure transfer from Puerto Natales (PNT)
- All excursion transit including private vehicles, boat and bus/shuttle transfers
Activities
- W Trek hiking & tent reservations + detailed itinerary and all meals while trekking
- High quality sleeping bag + sleeping mat, pre-assembled at each location
- Informative and safety briefing in Puerto Natales prior to your departure
- Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
- Learn about rewilding in the Patagonia region
Meals
- Daily breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 5 dinners
Additional
- Detailed itinerary with complete self-guided instructions, packing & gear advice, local recommendations, cultural tips & more
- Visit with our local Community Partner to learn about rewinding efforts in Patagonia + donation to their organization
- Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
- Small group experience, max 12 people
For more info and to secure your spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/chile-patagonia