During our 8-DAY ADVENTURE we will explore natural beauty and the transformative power of lovingkindness and feel how the rich, Balinese culture integrates these into all aspects of life. We will take time to experience the gentle people, foods, beaches and ceremonies that make up the most unique aspects of Bali known as the “Island of Love.” We will enjoy traditional Balinese meals and dance performances, hike through the countryside, sing medicine songs and practice yoga together, while immersing ourselves in the warm sunshine.
Here you will find flowers and smiles for miles and miles, a Namaste throughout the day. The wafting of sweet incense following your every movement. And our Alchemy Family holding space for your personal evolution, healing and joy.
Our home for the week is a luxury, boutique hotel set amongst rice fields on the outskirts of Ubud —the cultural and arts epicenter of the island. With spacious, elegant rooms (and private bathrooms), a large saline pool, perfectly manicured gardens, a top-notch spa, and rice field paths to trek, this will serve as the perfect place to be as close to the action as you like, but still remain in the tranquility of nature. There are free shuttles into town all day, so you are never far from the action. Or, opt to rent a motor and scoot around to your heart’s content! Whether it’s cycling, surfing, white water rafting, swimming, riding a scooter, visiting elephants and monkeys, taking a cooking class, or just chilling on at the pool, you will have the choice to do as much—or as little as you desire.
The week will include daily meditation, pranayama, yoga and other fun adventures. Everything is optional. It’s your vacation. Your trip design has been lovingly created especially for you, based on years of experience. We share this openly.
Your hosts are Silvia Mordini, Founder of Alchemy Tours and Reinier Voordwinde, Founder of Drishti Journeys.
Earth Element (Bhumi) Days 1-2
Day 1 –
Planet: Sun – Chakra 7th Sahasrara
Until 5:00pm Pick-ups
2:00pm Check In & Welcome Drink!
Afternoon Pool time, spa & napping
5pm-5:30pm Welcome Orientation
5.30pm – 7pm Vinyasa Yoga
7.30pm Welcome Dinner
Day 2 –
Planet: Moon – Chakra 6th Ajna
7:00am Meditation
7:30am-9:00am Vinyasa Yoga
7am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
10am – 2:00pm Guided Tour of Monkey Forest
Lunch in Ubud at Clear Cafe
Shopping on own post lunch
3pm – 6:30pm 1 on 1 Coaching w/Silvia at Pool
6:30pm-7:30pm Vinyasa Yoga
8pm Dinner
Water Element (Jala)Days 3-4
Day 3 –
Planet: Mars – Chakra 3rd Manipura
2:15am Kitamani Volcano Hike (opt$30USD)
7:00am Meditation
7:30-8:30am Vinyasa Yoga
7am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
10am – 2pm Goa Gajah Unesco Heritage Site
Yeh Pulu Temple Rice Field Hike
12.45pm – 1.45pm Lunch
3.30pm – 4.30pm Yoga
5.30pm Dinner
Day 4 –
Planet: Mercury – Chakra 5th Vissudha
7:00am Meditation
7:30-9:00am Vinyasa Yoga
7am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
12:30pm Lunch
10am – 6:00pm Massage appointments (our gift!)
Afternoon Pool time, shopping & napping
5:00-6:00pm Vinyasa Yoga
7:30pm Pura Dalam Taman Kaja Kecak Fire and Trance Dance
Fire Element. (Agni) Days 5-6
Day 5 –
Planet: Jupiter – Chakra 2nd Svadisthana
7:00am Meditation
7:30-8:30am Vinyasa Yoga
7:00am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
9:00am-1:00pm Ubud Culture Tour
Water Purification Ceremony
Sebatu Temple Visits
Lunch
4:30-5:30pm Vinyasa Yoga
6:00pm-7:00pm Dinne
Day 6 –
Planet: Venus – Chakra 4th Anahata
6:00am Meditation
6:30-7:30am Vinyasa Yoga
7am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
8:30am-4:30pm Sanur Beach Day at Prama Sanur White Sand Beach
One on One Coaching w/Silvia at Beach
6:00-7:00pm Vinyasa Yoga
7:30pm Dinner
Air Element (Vayu) Days 7-8
Day 7 –
Planet: Saturn – Chakra 1st Muladhara
7:00am Meditation
7:30-9:00am Vinyasa Yoga
7am-10:00am Breakfast Buffet
12:30pm Lunch
Afternoon Pool time, shopping & spa3:30-4:30pm Vinyasa Yoga
5:00-10:00pm Balinese Cultural Dinner & Singing, Dancing at Agung’s Home
Day 8 –
Planet: Sun – Chakra 7th Sahasrara
7:00am Meditation
7:30-9:00am Vinyasa Yoga
7am – 10:00am Good-bye Breakfast
12:00pm Check-out & Pool time
*12:30pm Departures for those with 4pm and 4:30pm flights
KIND REMINDERS:
*Itinerary is subject to change with the ebb and flow of life
*Breakfast Buffet is from 7am to 10am daily
Other Excursion Options:
Many options are available and are reasonably priced (in the range of $10-$80 per trip for full or 1/2 day trips).
• Sunrise volcano bicycling tours
• Elephant Safari Park (play with & ride rescued Sumatran Elephants)
• Rice terrace tours (including lessons from locals on threshing rice)
• Temple visits (Bali is famous for its many beautiful temples)
• Traditional dance performances
• Monkey chant performances
• Balinese cooking classes
• Woodcarving lessons
• Batik courses
• Gamelan courses
• Traditional artwork classes
• 3 healthful, delicious meals per day with vegan, gluten-free options including purified water, freshly brewed coffees, teas & tropical fruits provided through the day
• Excursions: Including but not limited to Goa Gajah (elephant temple), UNESCO World Heritage Rice Field Hike, Water Temple Purification Ceremony, Monkey Forest, Sanur Beach, Kecak Dance, Balinese Cultural Dinner & Dancing (at private home)
• All transportation during the retreat upon arriving at retreat center
• Twice daily Yoga classes
• A one hour Balinese massage
• Entrance fees to all group events
• Energy Medicine: Earth, Water, Fire, Air Rituals
• 25+ page Happiness Coaching Packet
• Time for exploration and relaxation
• 1 social hours on select evening
• Free WiFi
• Infinity pool
• Fully equipped studio with yoga mats and props
• A special eco friendly goodie bag
• Comprehensive trip literature
• Taxes included