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AYAHUASCA RETREAT – 1 DAY

Duration: 1 Day
Group Size 2 to 8 people
Max Altitude: 3500 m.s.n.m
Type Service: Private
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Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1 Day

Ayahuasca is a psychoactive concoction made from various different Amazonian plants, cooked in a pot and is consumed like a typical tea. Comprised of caapi (caapi vine), chacruna, chaliponga or chacropanga and various other plants, the brew varies from shaman to shaman. Typically containing the psychoactive ingredients dimethyltryptamine and MAOI’s. The psychoactive chemical DMT normally cannot be processed by the body orally and therefore requires the help of MAOI’s in order for the user to feel the effects.

Before taking the Ayahuasca you will need to follow a strict “dieta” that is described in detail below. Meditation and mental preparing are highly recommended, in addition to focusing on your intention. What do you want to gain or learn from the ceremony? Every ceremony is different; sometimes you will have visual hallucinations and sometimes not, sometimes it will be a physical experience and other times much more emotional, being happy, sad, or even dark. At the start of the ceremony the maestro calls everyone to drink the Ayahuasca then you wait one hour. After the one hour break you have the option to drink a second cup. The Ayahuasca typically lasts 4-5 hours but some individuals report feeling the effects until the next morning. The experience is very much personal and dependent on each person. You will have the opportunity to face the darkness in yourself that the ego does not want to acknowledge. Trauma and pain may surface allowing you to overcome long-held problems. An excellent tool for opening mental doors and overcoming mental barriers, Ayahuasca is a guide. Ayahuasca can help redirect an individual allowing them to make difficult life decisions; chose what path to take, come to a new found understanding of the self and a deeper more profound connection with nature. Ayahuasca is considered a potent medicine that helps patients find balance, clarity and achieve deep healing for the mind, body and spirit.

ITINERARY The spiritual 1-day

Combining the beauty of the Urubamba and Anta provinces, this tour is an excellent option for anyone wanting to immerse themselves in the Andean culture and nature. The unique landscapes and peaceful atmosphere provide you with the perfect environment to experience the healing effects of Ayahuasca while connecting with mother nature. During the drive, you will have the opportunity to admire the breathtaking landscapes of the Jaquijahuana Valley. After 50 minutes driving, arrive at the archeological complex of Killarrumiyoc. This mysterious place is dedicated to the moon, the divine feminine spirit.

After spending some time at Killarrumiyoc we will continue through the Sacred Valley towards our next destination, Ñaupa Iglesia. Ñaupa Iglesia is an impressive Inca temple carved out of solid stone. For the Andean people, Ñaupa Iglesia is considered a “Huaca” (shrine), considered a part of the Inca Ceque system (ritual pathways centered in Cusco leading outward into the rest of the Inca Empire). Locals and our ancestors performed pilgrimages to fulfil certain ritual obligations, currently Andean healers keep the ancestral traditions alive.

After the journey we will head to the hotel in Urubamba, the Ayahuasca ceremony will take place there. The hotel price is not included (ask for the cost at the booking time). Afterwards your shaman will prepare you for the Ayahuasca ceremony. The medicine reacts to everyone differently, but generally the experience lasts around 4 hours. After the ceremony we will bring you back to your room.

Recommendations before taking Ayahuasca Medicine:

Please avoid the following for at least 4 weeks prior to your retreat

  • Pork and pork products (including broths)
  • Working with other psychedelic and/or psychoactive medicines (including but not limited to cannabis, MDMA, ketamine, and all psychedelics)
  • Working with other healers or energetic practitioners
  • Recreational drugs or substances (including alcohol)
  • Pharmaceutical or over-the-counter medications (unless discussed specifically and on a case-by-case basis with our intake support team during your intake process)
  • Please note: some medications may require more than 4 weeks off, including most SSRI’s – please indicate any and all medications you are taking during your intake process.
  • Our protocols regarding SSRI’s and other medications may vary from a strict pharmacological contraindication, as we incorporate psychological factors into our recommendations. All medications and supplements will be discussed and reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and thus it is important to disclose all of the above in your intake form.

Please avoid the following for at least 2 weeks prior to your retreat:

  • Red Meat
  • Sexual and sensual activity with self and/or others
  • Limiting highly processed foods
  • Limiting salt and foods high in salt
  • Limiting foods high in sugar & processed sugar
  • Limiting foods high in oils and animal fats
  • Spicy foods
  • Blue cheese
  • Peanuts, soy, and fava beans

Please avoid the following for at least 1 week prior to your retreat:

  • Caffeine
  • Refined sugars
  • Pickled, fermented, and smoked foods
  • Overly ripe foods
  • Dairy
  • Ice and Ice-cold drinks (cool drinks are okay)
  • Adrenaline-inducing activities (skydiving, extreme sports, endurance activities, getting a tattoo, horror films, etc.). Moderate workouts are okay. The general principle here is that your base energy levels or adrenaline levels should not be peaking and dropping. Think of it as trying to remain on an even keel before your retreat. This will help you maintain an even energy level.

Thank you for taking the time to read this itinerary. We know there are many options considering who to entrust your Ayahuasca experience with. We hope that whatever path you chose your journey is a fulfilling healing experience!

AYAHUASCA RETREAT – 1 DAY
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Had a great trip with our guide Ray Herrera and driver Alfredo. Lots of good experiences in a short period of time 4 days. Learnt a lot not just about the main tourist destinations but Peru in general by Ray. Ray has a passion for Inca history and local produce. Ray knows all the good photo spots and we managed the sun out every day .. Good culture and if you want to get on a tour ask for Ray at Sams Travel = amazing

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Ray was our Tour Guide and Alfredo was our driver for a 4 day tour we did with SAM Travel Peru. Ray's knowledge of the history of Cusco and Machu Picchu was outstanding. Ray was very accommodating with all our needs. He stayed alongside us when trekking and helped where he could. His sense of humour was pleasant to be around. Ray spoke very good English. He is such a nice guy. I would strongly recommend Ray to be your tour guide to visit Machu Picchu. Ray explained everyday what the plans were for the next day, which was reassuring what we needed to take etc

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Our 1 day tour thru the Sacred Vally with Danny was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions in detail. I would recommend asking for him personally if you are able.

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We booked the Classic Cusco to Machu Picchu tour with SAM travel which we really had a good experience. SAM travel is very responsive during the communication and cater to our changes needed. Our guide is Ray who is also an very awesome guide. He is knowledgeable, patient, humorous as well reliable, he help us take many good photos and also go extra mile to help with our request. Thanks Ray! Thanks SAM travel that gave us good memories in Peru! Highly recommend if you consider booking any tour in Cusco.

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Wow. We had such an incredible experience in Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Our guide, Dayvit, is the most knowledgeable guide we have ever had. He has such an extensive knowledge of the history and is very friendly and helpful. If you are planning a trip to Peru, I highly recommend SAM travel and be sure to request Dayvit!

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2 day tour sacred valley / Machu Picchu highly recommend! David was the best tour guide. He knows an incredible amount about Incan culture and is personable and funny. He also kept us up to date on a political situation happening when we were there and was informative. Overall, this tour checks all the boxes. Thank you!

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We used SAM Travel for a 2D/1N trip from Cusco to Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on Dec 25-26, 2022. The team was good with communication from the start - both Saul and Junior were very helpful and professional with answering any questions and clearing up any misunderstandings. Our guide, Miguel, was prompt, pleasant, and quite knowledgeable. We enjoyed his company and insight over the 2 day trip and recommend him to anyone booking with SAM Travel.

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We booked the Classic Cusco to Machu Picchu tour with SAM travel which we really had a good experience. SAM travel is very responsive during the communication and cater to our changes needed. Our guide is Ray who is also an very awesome guide. He is knowledgeable, patient, humorous as well reliable, he help us take many good photos and also go extra mile to help with our request. Thanks Ray! Thanks SAM travel that gave us good memories in Peru! Highly recommend if you consider booking any tour in Cusco.

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Powerful! This journey tests your humanity and leaves you in awe of yourself and the beauty that Pachamama provides. April 2024 We conquered the Inca trail and it was only made possible with the help and guidance from our expert guides Jean Pierre (JP) and Jimmy. The knowledge these gentlemen shared was admired by all of our group and the envy of other trail hikers who stopped to listen. The hike has many layers of challenges including language barriers, altitude sensitivities and food specifications. The team at Sam travel exceeded the needs and went above to ensure our comforts were met. A special mention must be made to Mario, the Chef who somehow performed magic with nutritious flavourful meals to satisfy even the pickiest consumers and Francesco who was our lead porter who orchestrated the harmony that happened behind the scenes to get everything done. Nothing less than marvellous from this team. Thank you to each of the group who made our trek a remarkable experience.

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Jose and Henry were great guides for our first time exploring machu pichu! They were very attentive and kept everything on a smooth schedule. Highly recommend!

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The whole experience was amazing. Ray, our guide answered all of our questions and definitely had our best interest in mind the whole time. Timothy the cook made fantastic food and somehow found a way to prepare a birthday cake with no notice! Boni our head porter and his whole crew were kind, accommodating, and had such upbeat attitudes which really made the experience great!

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I spent two days with Sam Travel’s guide Raymier, who guided us through the one-day 12-km stretch of the Inca trail and then took us to Machu Picchu the next day. In my group, I was always the last one on the trail because I come from the coast and I’m not used to altitudes, and honestly I could also have prepared physically a little better. Raymier respected my pace, never rushed me, and supported me throughout the ardous trail. He had much knowledge to share. I speak Spanish, but ended up in an English tour, and Ray’s English was very good. He was funny, respectful, and versatile. He knew where to take all the best photos and patiently took photos of all of us. I would trust Sam Travel again especially if I was lucky enough to have Ray as a guide again.

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