THE TRAVEL YOGI

Peru Yoga Adventure

Trip in One Word: Enlightening

What You’ll Experience in 

This Peru yoga retreat adventure delivers everything from the pulsing life of Cusco and the serene majesty of the Sacred Valley. This is a trip overflowing with elegance, culture, and connection. You’ll hike the last miles of the famous Inca Trail, slumber at the gates of  Machu Picchu, ground your yoga flows, connect with indigenous communities well off the beaten path, explore the archaeological and soak up Andean wonders through all of your senses. Journey through time and immerse in past and present local culture on this one-of-a-kind Peru yoga retreat adventure. 

How You’ll Experience 

Get lost in the diverse markets of Cusco and experience the awe-inspiring history of the former capital of the Incan Empire on this Peru yoga retreat adventure. You’ll snooze in luxury accommodations to help you relax and integrate the day’s adventures, from ultra-glamping in the Sacred Valley to the Belmond* at the gates of Machu Picchu. You’ll be led by local experts specific to the day’s adventure, from visits with the Quechua Andean community to a traditional Despacho Ceremony. You’ll traverse the native tree forests of Queuñua and the Pumamarca archeological site, hike to the Inca site of Chachabamba and Wiñay Wayna, feast at an organic farm, luxuriate in a healing sound bath, and more. 

How You’ll Feel When You Return Home

You’ll actively immerse in the culture through physical and mental activity on this Peru yoga retreat adventure. You’ll return home imbued with a sense of serenity and an appreciation of ancient wisdom and truths from the Sacred Valley. You’ll feel a reverence for the deep history of the land and a respect for the varied cultures and people of Peru.

Woman wears an intricately embroidered skirt. Explore this Peru yoga retreat with The Travel Yogi

Adventure Details

CUSCO

SACRED VALLEY

MACHU PICCHU

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October 16 - 24, 2026

Jess Gumkowski

*Only 1 Room & 1 Female Roommate Spot Left*

What's Included

  • Eight days with English-speaking expert local guides
  • Unique glamping experience in the Sacred Valley  & a night at the gates of Machu Picchu*
  • Hike to visit and learn from the Pallata community
  • Quechua Andean community visit & participation in daily community activities
  • Traditional Despacho ceremony
  • Hike to the rarely visited native-tree forests of Queuñua to the Pumamarca archeological site
  • Visit to Maras village & salt works
  • Hike to the preserved Inca site of Chachabamba & archeological site of Wiñay Wayna
  • Guided visits to the Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo Fortress
  • Exploration of Machu Picchu
  • Cultural exploration of Cusco &  surrounding ruins
  • Entrance fees to all included sites
  • Private transfers
  • All breakfasts & dinners in a local restaurant or at our hotels
  • Multiple cultural lunches with local Andean communities
  • Morning and evening yoga on most days (please see the full itinerary for yoga schedule)

What's Not Included

  • International flight to and from Cusco
  • Any airport taxes
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, spa services, etc)
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Accommodations

On this Peru yoga retreat adventure, our luxury accommodations span the gamut from our eco-boutique uber glamping accommodations in the Sacred Valley to the Belmond* at the gates of Machu Picchu.  Each location embraces the vibe of its surroundings while delivering ‘new Andean’ flavors and old-world style.  Revel in locations that consciously meld with their surroundings while elevating your experience.

*Please note that the Belmond at Machu Picchu was scheduled to close early 2025. At present, the hotel is continuing to operate.  We will monitor their schedule and, if they do close before Oct 2026, we will be staying at the lovely Inkaterra Hotel just down the mountain.

Itinerary

Each of our amazing Peru yoga retreat adventure itineraries will be unique, with slight changes based on local holidays and/or events. Below is a sample of what can be expected as you explore this amazing country with The Travel Yogi:

1

DAY ONE

  • Arrive in Cusco for the start of your Peru yoga adventure
    • Our guide will meet you at the airport and we’ll travel as a group to the Sacred Valley
  • Immediately immerse in culture and nature with exploration of the archeological site of Pisac and a gorgeous picnic lunch
    • Head to Pisac village and marvel at the vibrancy of the market and the history of an Incan stronghold
  • Welcome evening yoga and dinner at our private boutique Sacred Valley hote – Bienvenida a Perú!

2

DAY TWO

  • Early morning yoga & breakfast to prepare for a culture/hiking day
  • Drive to the Pallata community and a hike through the native-tree forests of Queuñua, Chachacomo & Unca
    • This route is rarely traveled by tourist and is a day of deep connection to the incredible Andean outdoors
  • Hike to the ancient Wari Pumamarca archeological site
  • Visit the current Incan village, and ancient ruins, of Ollantaytambo
  • Lunch at an organic farm set on an old Incan terrace
    • Participate in the preparation of a traditional Pachamanca meal
  • This afternoon participate in a traditional, and hyper-local, Despacho ceremony
    • This uniquely Andean ceremony thanks the earth (Pachamama) and the elements for their blessing and to ask for protection for their families, animals and lands
  • Evening yoga and dinner back at home base

3

DAY THREE

  • Morning yoga and breakfast
  • Journey to the Andean home of the Quechua community
    • Today we will spend the morning with the local women and men  participating in traditional farming, weaving and other community activities (according to the season’s needs)
    • Enjoy the fruits of the morning’s labor and lunch with new friends
  • This afternoon we’ll head to a secluded location to be a part of a healing sound bath
  • Evening out in one of our favorite restaurants in the Sacred Valley

4

DAY FOUR

  • Sunrise open-hearts-and-minds yoga
  • Travel to the earthwork terraces of Moray and discover the ingenuity of the Incas 
  • Hike from Moray to Maras Village following a trail traditionally used for local farmers and their animals
  • Enjoy lunch in a local country home hosted by friends on the outskirts of Maras village
  • Continue to marvel at Incan enterprise and explore the 3,000 small pools of the Maras salt works
  • Evening grounding yoga on the terrace
  • Group dinner

5

DAY FIVE

  • Enjoy a bit of a sleep-in this morning before yoga and breakfast
    • This morning will be yours to relax, enjoy some of the amenities on property or head into town to explore
  • Come together and enjoy lunch at ‘home’
  • This afternoon head to a secluded location to be part of the healing power and vibration of sound 
    • Today’s immersive Sound Bath is achieved by using a combination of sound activation through different  native and foreign instruments
  • Continue today’s connectivity with grounding time on the mat
  • Enjoy tonight’s group dinner and evening under the Andean stars

6

DAY SIX

  • Early departure from our hotel to the Ollantaytambo train station
    • Enjoy the train ride and scenery through the Canyon of Vilcanota
  • We will disembark the train early in order to hike the final section of the Inca Trail and explore sites only available to hikers (pending seasonal availability)
    • Marvel at the preserved Inca site of Chachabamba and the outstanding archeological site of Wiñay Wayna
    • At the first sight of Machu Picchu we’ll stop for lunch and a chance to soak in the immensity of the Lost City
  • The first entrance to Machu Picchu is this afternoon upon arrival after much of the day’s crowd has left
  • Stay on the mountain tonight at the Belmond*, the only hotel at Machu Picchu, and watch the sun set and rise on this ancient marvel

7

DAY SEVEN

  • Morning yoga & breakfast
  • Morning exploration of Machu Picchu
    • Delve into the theories of purpose of Machu Picchu, its Incan heritage and astronomical significance
    • The engineering, history, majesty of Machu Picchu and its marvels will fill your morning
  • Enjoy and early lunch and depart Machu Picchu for Aguas Calientes and on to Cusco
  • Explore town and dine in a local Cusco restaurant

8

DAY EIGHT

  • Sunrise yoga & breakfast to awaken your senses
  • Morning exploration archeological sites surrounding Cusco including Sacsayhuaman, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay
  • Hike one of the four Incan ‘highways’
    • Our chosen highway connects the Amazon with the Sacred Valley all the way to Cusco
    • Hike through the hills to the end of the trail in Cusco’s San Blas district
  • Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and explore today’s Cusco
  • Return to the hotel for yoga and a final Peruvian dinner in the city

9

DAY NINE

  • Final morning yoga session and farewell to Peru
    • Time in the morning to wander Cusco and explore, depending on your departure flight and airport transfer time

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Frequently Asked Questions

A valid passport is required for U.S. citizens traveling to Peru. As a requirement for entry, your passport must be/have: valid for at least six months from your date of arrival into Peru and have at least one blank stamp page. Please check your passport expiration date. If any of these requirements are not currently being met, you must have your passport renewed. A visa is not required for US citizens at this time for stays under 90 days. As entry requirements can change, please visit the State Department’s page for Peru for up to date information.

Nationals of all other countries should check travel requirements well in advance of their adventure.

Please schedule your flights to arrive in and depart from Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cusco, Peru. Additional details will be included in your Welcome Email, which will be automatically sent after booking, as well as in the travel app you will receive shortly afterward.

Please note that transfers are only included within the flight stipulations that will be outlined in the information provided after booking. However, The Travel Yogi is happy to assist with transfer arrangements and additional nights if you choose to arrive early for the adventure or extend your stay.

Speaking from experience, we always strongly recommend travel insurance.  This yoga adventure is a big investment of time, energy, imagination and funds and travel insurance is your safe guard in the event that an unforeseen situation arises.  You will also want to know that you are covered medically if an alpaca bites off a finger (kidding!!).

At this time, no vaccinations are required for travel to Peru. However, we recommend that you are up to date on all routine vaccinations and encourage you to review the latest guidance on the CDC page for Peru before traveling, as recommendations can change. Any specific vaccination or health-related questions should be discussed with your personal physician.

Absolutely! The food is delicious and, as often as possible, locally sourced. All dietary requests should be able to be accommodated provided that you notify us at least four weeks in advance. Please contact The Travel Yogi with any dietary questions.

Yes!  Wifi is readily available at all properties.

On this adventure, you will need to bring your own yoga mat with you. Classes will be designed without props in mind, but bring any props you need to be comfortable in your practice.

Electricity in Peru runs on 220-230V. Peru utilizes a mix of the North American plug types A and B and the European plug type C. You may need an adaptor and converter, it will be up to you to check your individual electronics.

Once you book your trip, you’ll receive access to our travel app where you’ll find our suggested packing list to help you get trip-ready. In general, we recommend bringing comfortable yoga clothes, casual wear, a swimsuit and sturdy walking shoes for excursions.

While our Peru Yoga Adventure covers multiple regions in Peru, in general, the peak season is the Peruvian winter of May to September.  Expect mild days with cooler mornings and evenings with temperatures typically ranging from 60–70°F (16–21°C).

In Peru, it’s best to stick with filtered or bottled water for drinking. All of our accommodations will provide plenty of fresh and filtered drinking water. You will want to bring a reusable water bottle with you for daily use and while out on hikes and drives.  

Yes!  Of course.  Once you’re booked you’ll receive an email with important logistical information and a link to your invoice.  You can pay any amount at any time on the invoice; you can use it as a payment plan or leave it alone until the final due date. Remember that deposits are non-refundable so, on all trips, we recommend purchasing travel insurance.