Echoes of the Andes
Ancient Wisdom • Sacred Mountains • A Journey Home
Women's Yoga & Cultural Retreat
with Vivian Duelli & Nancy Lea
May 28 – June 5, 2027
There are places in the world that stay with you long after you've returned home.
The Sacred Valley of Peru is one of those places.
After leading our retreat there this year, we returned to Seattle, and our first days back we said,
"We have to go back."
Not because of Machu Picchu—though it is breathtaking.
Not because of the mountains—though they seem to touch the heavens.
Not because of the yoga, the food, or the beauty—though every moment is extraordinary.
We are returning because there is something deeply alive in this land. A wisdom that cannot be explained, only experienced.
The connections we made—with the people, the traditions, the mountains, and the remarkable women who shared the journey—reminded us why we lead retreats. It wasn't simply a week away. It became a life experience that continues to echo long after returning home.
We knew before the retreat was even over that we wanted to share it again.
So, we invite you to join us.
A Journey Beyond the Guidebooks
Echoes of the Andes is a nine-day women's retreat through Peru's Sacred Valley and the high Andes—a journey designed to nourish body, mind, and spirit while immersing you in one of the world's richest living cultures.
Our journey begins by returning to Munay Sonqo, a place that quickly became home to us. Nestled in the Sacred Valley, it offers the perfect beginning—a sanctuary where we'll settle into daily yoga, meditation, nourishing meals, and meaningful connection while surrounded by the beauty and spirit of the Andes.
From there, we'll travel higher into the mountains, where our experience shifts from retreat to immersion.
We'll spend time in small Andean communities, staying close to the mountains and experiencing daily life alongside local families. Together we'll learn from artisans, guides, and wisdom keepers who generously share their culture, traditions, and way of life. Through these authentic experiences, Peru becomes more than a destination—it becomes a relationship.
Throughout our journey, we'll embrace the Andean principle of Ayni—living in sacred reciprocity with one another, the community, and the Earth.
Guided by Vivian Duelli and Nancy Lea, this experience blends intentional movement, meditation, cultural immersion, and meaningful connection.
Each day invites you to slow down and experience Peru not as a tourist, but as a welcomed guest.
Together we will:
Practice daily yoga surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes
Meditate, chant, journal, and receive sound healing
Visit Machu Picchu with spaciousness and reverence
Wander the colorful Pisac Market and share a traditional Pachamanca feast
Participate in sacred Andean ceremonies honoring Pachamama
Give back through a community service project rooted in the Andean tradition of Ayni—sacred reciprocity
Soak in natural hot springs beneath Ausangate Mountain
Hike among glacial lakes and colorful mountain landscapes
Connect with local families, artisans, guides, and wisdom keepers who generously share their traditions
Laugh, reflect, and build lasting friendships within a circle of extraordinary women
This retreat is thoughtfully paced, balancing adventure with rest, movement with stillness, and exploration with deep integration.
Vivian and Nancy create retreats that are welcoming, supportive, and thoughtfully curated—where every participant feels seen, encouraged, and inspired.
Our Journey
What's Included
Eight nights of boutique accommodations
Daily yoga, meditation, chanting, and sound healing
All meals throughout the retreat
Machu Picchu excursion
Pisac Market visit and traditional Pachamanca lunch
Community service project
Despacho and cleansing ceremonies
Transportation throughout the retreat
Airport transfers during designated arrival and departure windows
Expert local guides and cultural hosts
Swag
Sample Itinerary I Schedule
Day 1 | May 28 | Arrival & Despacho Ceremony
Arrive in the Sacred Valley and settle into our home, Munay Sonqo. We gather in the evening for a traditional despacho offering ceremony, setting intentions for our week and honoring Pachamama, Mother Earth.
12:00–15:00 II Arrival
17:30–18:15 II Yoga
18:30 II Dinner
19:30 II Despacho Ceremony
Day 2 | May 29 | Service & Reciprocity
Experience the Andean principle of ayni—sacred reciprocity—through a meaningful community service project. The afternoon offers time for rest, spa treatments, and optional massage.
7:30 II Coffee, Granola, fruits & Yogurt
8:30–9:45 II Yoga + Opening Circle
10:00 II Breakfast
13:00 II Lunch
14:00–17:00 II Spa & Massages
17:30–18:30 II Evening Yoga
19:00 II Dinner
20:15–21:00 II Chants, Music & Reflection
Day 3 | May 30 | Pisac & Pachamanca
Visit the colorful Pisac Market, meet local artisans, wander through the village, and enjoy a traditional Pachamanca lunch prepared beneath the earth using centuries-old methods.
7:30 II Coffee, Granola, fruits & Yogurt
8:30–9:45 II Yoga
10:00 II Breakfast
11:00 II Depart for Pisac
18:30–19:15 II Evening Yoga
19:30 II Dinner
Day 4 | May 31 | Machu Picchu
A day devoted to one of the world's most extraordinary sacred sites. Experience Machu Picchu not merely as a destination, but as a place of wonder, reverence, and reflection.
7:00 II Coffee, Granola, fruits & Yogurt
7:30-8:15 II Morning Yoga
8:25 II Breakfast
9:00II Depart for Machu Picchu
Day 5 | June 1 | Rest, Restore & Receive
A day for integration and renewal featuring yoga, workshop time, spa treatments, cacao, and an evening sound healing experience.
7:30 II Coffee, Granola, fruits & Yogurt
8:30–9:45 II Yoga
10:00 II Breakfast
11:30–12:45 II Workshop
13:00 II Light Lunch
13:30 II Spa Time
17:00–18:00 II Evening Yoga
18:15 II Dinner
19:00–20:30 II Sound Healing & Cacao Ceremony
Day 6 | June 2 | Into the High Andes
Depart Munay Sonqo and journey deeper into the Andes toward the sacred Ausangate region. Soak in natural hot springs and experience life in the high mountain communities.
7:00 II Coffee, Granola, fruits & Yogurt
8:00–9:00 II Yoga
9:10 II Breakfast
10:00 II Depart for Ausangate
13:30 II Lunch at Mr. Rufino's
Afternoon Hot Springs
16:00–17:00 II Outdoor Yoga
17:30 II Dinner
18:30 II Cleansing Ceremony
We will be staying with Mr. Rufino Turpo on the slopes of the Great Apu Ausangate, in the village of Pacchanta. They hold deep traditional knowledge and connect people to nature spirits. The Apu Ausangate is the main mountain of the Andean world. He is the great Father who brings the family together. Everything revolves around the mystique and sponsorship of him. There resides an energy called Rual, which is the soul of everything created.
Day 7 | June 3 | Seven Lagoons Journey
Hike among the breathtaking Seven Lagoons beneath Ausangate Mountain. Surrounded by glacial waters and expansive skies, this day offers a powerful opportunity for reflection and connection.
7:00 II Breakfast
8:00 II Depart for Seven Lagoons Hike (7–9 miles round trip)
Overnight in Raqchi
Restorative / Yoga Nidra before bed
Day 8 | June 4 | Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain
Experience the vibrant landscapes of Palcoyo before returning to Cusco for our final evening together. Palcoyo is the "alternate" Rainbow Mountain. It features an entire valley with three colorful mountains. Mineral layers (like iron and clay) stacked over millions of years create the red, yellow, and green stripes. It also features a jagged "Stone Forest" and views of the snowy Andes mountains. Only about 100 hikers per/day for a peaceful and easy hike.
7:30–8:15 II Yoga
8:30 II Breakfast
9:30 II Depart for Palcoyo
Drive to Cusco - 4 hours
Day 9 | June 5 | Cusco & Departure
Enjoy a final morning together before exploring Cusco's charming streets, markets, and cafés. Cusco is an ancient city in the Andes mountains. It sits at a high elevation of about 11, 150 feet. It was the capital of the Inca Empire.
7:30 II Coffee
8:00–9:15 II Yoga Practice + Closing
9:30 II Breakfast
10:30 II Guided Walk Through Cusco
14:00–15:15 II Late lunch
Departures
Investment
Shared Accommodation, separate beds - 5 rooms available
$3,990 per person
Private Accommodation - 4 rooms available
$4,890 per person - solo / $3790 per guest, shared bed
Members receive $200 discount.
A non-refundable $700 deposit is due upon reservation in order to secure your spot.
*If you are traveling solo and would like to share a room (with separate beds), we will do our best to match you with a compatible roommate. If a roommate has not been confirmed 90 days prior to departure, an additional charge will apply (as stated in the Terms and Conditions). Should we successfully match you with a roommate after that date, your retreat balance will be adjusted to reflect the shared occupancy rate.
Travel Notes
Arrival Airport: Cusco (CUZ)
Please arrive on May 29, 2027.
Departure flights should be scheduled for June 5 after 6:00 p.m. to allow time for our final day together in Cusco.
A Few Things to Know
Peru's weather changes beautifully throughout the day, making layers your best friend. Cool mountain mornings often warm into sunny afternoons before crisp evenings return.
Laundry service is available throughout the retreat for an additional fee, so there's no need to overpack.
Expect a balance of comfortable yoga clothing, hiking attire, cozy layers, and casual outfits for evenings together.
This retreat includes moderate hiking, cultural exploration, and time spent between 9,000 and 16,000 feet in elevation. Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and hiking approximately 7–9 miles on Day 7.
Not Included
International airfare
Travel insurance
Alcohol and specialty beverages
Personal shopping and snacks
Additional spa treatments
Guide and staff gratuities
Activities outside the itinerary
Reserve Your Spot
To preserve the intimacy of the experience, space is intentionally limited.
Reserve your place by August 15, 2026.
Some journeys become photographs.
Some become memories.
And then there are the rare journeys that quietly change the way you move through the world.
Echoes of the Andes is one of them.
We would be honored to share this journey with you.
Reserve HERE