Peru Yoga Retreat, Hiking Machu Picchu & Rainbow Mountains 2027

Day 1, November 06, Arriving at Cusco airport & Transfer to Willka T’ika in the Sacred Valley

The program begins with a group transfer at 11:30 a.m. from the Cusco airport to Willka T’ika, a beautiful 75-minute drive through the spectacular Andean mountain scenery to the Sacred Valley town of Urubamba.
1:00 pm Lunch at Willka Tika. Welcome group orientation with the leader, tour guide, and the Willka T’ika Quechua staff.
4:30 pm Yoga session & Opening Circle
6:30 pm Group Welcome Dinner.

Day 2, November 07, Fire Ceremony 

Traditionally, the Quechua ancestral belief is to honor Pachamama, Mother Earth, while embracing reciprocal exchange, Ayni, which is the principle of sustainable giving and receiving. The Quechua word for this mutuality is “Ayni”, meaning “today for you, tomorrow for me,” suggesting that giving comes before receiving. “Ayni” is the only commandment of the Incan religion that the Andeans know and keep until this day. Ayni is the thread that holds the fabric of Andean existence together.

07:00 Morning yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation

08:30 Breakfast

This day is dedicated to Pachamama, Mother Earth, and guests are encouraged to relax or meditate in the splendors of the Seven Chakra Gardens. Guided walk through the nearby Rumichaka farming neighborhood where Quechua campesinos live. More challenging hikes along scenic routes into the valley are also possible.

1:00 Lunch.

After lunch, meet our Pakko, a very special Q’ero healer visiting from the high Andes. Participate in coca leaf blessings. Optional private coca leaf readings may be available for an additional fee.

5:00 Sacred “Despacho” Ceremony. It is a sacred tradition of the Q'ero, a Quechua-speaking indigenous people of south central Peru. The tradition allows participants to show gratitude for the guidance of the spiritual world. Despacho, brought down from high in the Andean mountains, is a ceremonial offering of our intentions and prayers to Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the Apus (Mountain Spirits). In the spirit of Ayni (meaning reciprocity), it’s about being in harmony with nature, and giving an offering to receive; a powerful and lovely way to “dispatch” our prayers to the powers that be.

7:00 Dinner. After dinner, our Pakko invites guests to an authentic, transformative Andean Fire Ceremony to honor Pachamama, you, and your loved ones. The ceremony will remind us to focus our intention for this journey and serve as an outstanding preparation of mind, body, and spirit.

Day 3, November 08, Pisaq and School visit

Early breakfast and departure for a day of Ayni, or reciprocity. Drive through the Sacred Valley to a Quechua mountain school supported by the nonprofit Willka T’ika Children’s Fund. Since 1995, Willka T’ika has supported isolated mountain communities where few tourists visit. In an Ayni exchange, the group will offer an interactive activity for the Quechua children. The warmth and heartwarming joy of the children, and their openness in bringing guests into their daily lives, are moments not easily forgotten. Enjoy a box lunch with a stunning view.

Afternoon: Continue with our local guide to the spectacular ruins of P’isaq. Overlooking impressive Incan terraces, the group can enjoy a short or longer hike through the ruins. Return to the main square of P’isaq by bus (or hike!) and visit the famous, colorful market filled with woven goods, jewelry, wall hangings, and hand-painted beadwork. Enjoy a café in the market square, where you can observe colorfully dressed campesinos. P’isaq is a photographer’s dream. Return to Willka T’ika with time for an afternoon yoga session before dinner.

Day 4, November 09, Machu Picchu

Early breakfast. Morning tourist train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to the majestic terraces of Machu Picchu. Enjoy an enlightening tour of the ancient “City of Light” with our guide.

Evening: Continue exploring the Machu Picchu ruins and hike to the Sun Gate or the Incan Bridge, taking photographs along the way and enjoying magnificent views.
6:30 PM. Meet outside your hotel. Willka T’ika invites you to a fabulous celebratory dinner in one of the friendliest restaurants in Aguas Calientes.

Day 5, November 10, Machu Picchu

Morning: Open day in Machu Picchu with entrance ticket included, with the option to climb Machu Picchu Peak or Huayna Picchu Peak, depending on availability.
Return to the ruins for another glance at the Incan splendor. Return by bus to Aguas Calientes with time for a cool beverage or snack at a local café.
Evening: Afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo, transfer to Willka T’ika in time for a late, light dinner and yoga session.

Day 6, November 11, Ollantaytambo & Maras Salt Mines

07:00 Morning yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation

08:30 Breakfast

Visit the Inca archaeological site of Ollantaytambo and its famous Sun Temple. Enjoy walking the cobblestoned streets of this quaint, picturesque town.
Picnic lunch en route back to Willka T’ika.

After lunch, the group is transferred to the nearby ancient Maras Salt Flats, which are still actively mined today. Maras salt comes from hot, underground springs in the Peruvian Andes at an altitude of 4000m. It was discovered and utilized by the Incas. It is a naturally clean product, free from contamination from the modern world. Enjoy a lovely downhill guided hike back to Willka T’ika with breathtaking valley views.

5:00 Yoga
6:30 Dinner

Day 7, November 12, Urubamba & Cacao Ceremony

07:00 Morning yoga, Pranayama, and Meditation

08:30 Breakfast

Guided morning hike to the town of Urubamba through farming neighborhoods, and visit a typical, lively Peruvian market, and the famous Seminario ceramics shop. Return via motor taxi or walk back.
1:00 pm: Lunch at Willka Tika

3:00 Cacao Ceremony

6:30 Dinner, followed by a Celebratory Concert and a lively Andean musical performance.

Day 8, November 13, Cusco

After Morning yoga and breakfast, a group transfer departs Willka T’ika. En route to Cusco, explore the mysterious Moray Circles set amidst beautiful mountain scenery. Moray is one of the famous Inca ruins near Cusco. A short distance away, visit the wonderful weaving village of Chinchero. Continue to Cusco city and check into your Cusco Hotel, conveniently situated close to the historic Plaza de Armas.
PM: Group Lunch at a lovely local restaurant. Then take an afternoon guided walk through the cobblestone streets of San Blas.
Your professional guide will point out fascinating Incan stonework along the way. Explore the Korikancha Temple, the holiest site during Incan times.
Dine on your own in the evening. The tour guide will make excellent dining suggestions.

Day 9, November 14, Cusco

After breakfast at the hotel, the group departs for the Incan ritual fountains at Tipón. At this picturesque site, you have the opportunity to touch the holy water to open the body’s energy centers and activate and enhance your individual creative and healing forces.
Then depart with your guide to the awesome giant stones of Saksaywaman overlooking the city of Cusco. Your party may participate in a brief meditation, hike around the vast Incan site, and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Evening: Meet in the hotel lobby at 6:30 PM. Willka T’ika invites the group to dine at an excellent local restaurant that caters to a variety of dietary preferences.

Day 10, November 15, Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain & the Stone Forest

There are three different trips offered from Cusco to the "Rainbow Mountains". The most popular and touristy is Vinicunca. The second, with fewer tourists, is Palcoyo, and Pallay Punchu is the third, with no organized tours.

Early departure to the Palcoyo, Rainbow Mountains. After 1,5 hrs' drive, eat breakfast at the local Buffet restaurant and then continue driving one more hour to the start point of hiking. Back in Cusco around 4 pm, dinner and say goodbye.

Day 11, November 16, Departure Day

Take a taxi to the airport or extend your stay in Cusco to discover more. By now, you have acclimatized well, so it is easier to go on more hiking trips.

Arrive home feeling blessed with the pure energy of your transformational Andean journey of a lifetime.

Our retreat will take place at the enchanting Willka T’ika Resort, nestled in the Sacred Valley at an elevation of 2,865 m / 9,400 ft. Located in Paradero Rumichaka, just 2 km north of Urubamba, Willka T’ika is ideally situated—only 75 minutes from Cusco Airport and 25 minutes from the Ollantaytambo train station, the gateway to Machu Picchu.
Recognized as Peru’s premier luxury wellness retreat and boutique hotel, Willka T’ika is also the original yoga center of the Sacred Valley. The property is serene, sustainable, and truly magical—an oasis created intentionally for healing, rest, and deep connection.
Highlights of Willka T’ika:
Seven Chakra Gardens
Wander through the iconic Chakra Gardens, the inspiration behind the multi–award-winning book Chakra Gardens: Opening the Senses of the Soul. Each garden is designed to nourish and balance your energy.
Farm-to-Table Vegetarian Cuisine
Enjoy vibrant, organic meals lovingly prepared by Willka T’ika’s talented chefs using fresh ingredients from their own gardens.
Beautiful Yoga & Gathering Spaces
Two sunlit garden studios provide the perfect setting for yoga, movement practices, and group sessions.
Wifiwasi Lounge
A spacious dining and coffee lounge ideal for presentations or private calls. The building is powered by 25 solar panels, reflecting Willka T’ika’s commitment to sustainability.
Takiwasi Music Shala
A circular, fire-lit space filled with traditional Andean instruments—used for ceremonies, sound journeys, and meditative gatherings.
Yachaywasi Library
A cozy library with a fireplace and a rich selection of English-language books.
World-Class Location for Exploration
Surrounded by breathtaking Andean peaks, the area offers unforgettable hikes and is perfectly positioned between the ancient spiritual centers of Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Heart-Centered Local Team
The retreat is lovingly operated by 22 Quechua staff members, descendants of the Inca who continue to practice their ancestral traditions.
Expert Local Guides
Knowledgeable guides share deep insight into Andean culture, history, spirituality, and cosmology.

Gourmet vegetarian "farm to table" meals are served daily, using high-protein Andean grains and legumes and freshly harvested organic vegetables from gardens. The exotic fusion of Andean and international flavors in the colorful buffet breakfast and a hearty three-course dinner ensures that every guest feels nourished and cared for.
Special diet requests, such as dairy/gluten-free, are accommodated.

VERY EARLY BIRD RETREAT PRICE (until 30 December 2026)
Shared room for 3 people 3895 USD per person
Shared room for 2 people 3995 USD per person
Single room 4695 USD

• A reservation requires a deposit of 500 USD.
• The deposit is refundable if the booking is canceled at least 120 days before the retreat's start date.
• The remaining payment is due 120 days before arrival and is non-refundable.

Travel Insurance is required, as there are no refunds unless another participant can fill your space.

• Bank transfer
• Wise
• Debit or credit card (an additional charge of 3,8 % of the transferred amount will be charged)
• PayPal (an additional charge of 4,8 % of the transferred amount will be charged)

• 10 nights accommodation
• 10 breakfasts (days 2-11)
• 7 lunches (days 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
• 8 dinners (days 2-9)
• Water, tea, and coffee. Take your water bottle and a small thermos; you can fill them at every hotel.
• 10 days guided service
• Tour to mystical Moray circles
• Guided hike to Maras salt farms
• Hike to Inti Punku Sun Gate and the Inkan Bridge, or the peak of Machu Picchu Mountain
• Trip to the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain
• Andean Musical Performance
• Use of Chakra Gardens
• Authentic Andean offering and fire ceremony with Q'ero Pakko healer
• Visit to Andean Mountain School
• Hiking the P'isaq ruins, ceremony, and shopping in the famous market
• Visit Urubamba's authentic market, Seminario Pottery Studio, and alpaca factory store
• Yoga, pilates, dance, and meditation classes
• Yoga mats and props
• Transport during the retreat - quality buses and tourist train
• Pick-up at Cusco airport or the city center on the arrival day.

• Airfare
• Lunches on days 4, 5
• Dinner on day 8, 10
• Tipping. Bring 100 USD/participant in an envelope to be handed to your guide on your first day of arrival + plus 10 USD per day in cash to tip providers, porters, drivers, and healers.
• Travel insurance (medical and trip cancellation) is mandatory to protect you in the event of unforeseen emergencies.

We strongly recommend arriving in Peru a couple of days before the retreat starts. If some international flights are delayed, you can still arrive in Cusco on time.

Spa Treatments:
Willka T’ika offers a range of therapeutic, Andean-style spa treatments to restore the body and rejuvenate the spirit, including massage, reflexology, facials, and two unique Willka T’ika experiences:
Andean Solar Baths – Features outdoor baths crafted from stone, with water heated by the sun
and infused with flowers, medicinal herbs, and salts for the local salt mines of Maras.
Crystal Light Therapy – Originating in Brazil, this well-known therapy combines color, light, crystals, and music to clear and realign the body’s chakras.
Willka T’ika Children’s Fund
Since 1995, the Willka T’ika Children’s Fund has supported programs for Quechua children in isolated mountain schools—providing school buildings, hot meals, computers, libraries, school supplies, and emergency medical help. Proceeds from Willka T’ika’s gift shop contribute to this fund.

Here is a YouTube video about Terry Cumes, whose mother, Carole Cumes, founded Wilka T'ilka. In it, Terry speaks about the wonders of Peru, the amazing wellness offerings they are developing for future programs, and the significant number of people worldwide now turning to wellness.

Here, you can read reviews about Wilka Tika.