Rekindle the Fire of your Being; Return to Your Essence.

Peru Retreat | January 10–17, 2026

Within each of us burns an innate fire; the source of our vitality, intuition, creativity, passion, and truth. It is the inner fire that guides us toward what feels meaningful, authentic, and aligned.

Yet through our upbringing, the beliefs of others and the demands of everyday life, this fire can become scattered. Our attention and consequently our fire becomes divided between responsibilities, expectations, distractions, and the constant movement of the outside world. This scattering can leave us feeling disconnected and lacking a feeling of purpose or meaning.

We often give our attention away without realizing that the fire behind that attention is the most powerful and potent force we possess: In the yogic this fire is called Shakti; it is this energy that is the force behind life itself and we each have our own flame to tend to.

Where we place our attention is where we place our life energy. What we direct our energy towards is what we have the power to grow.

When we learn to consciously direct our awareness toward our inner world, we begin to gather our energy back tending to our unique flame, our awareness becomes the fuel that allows our inner fire to expand.

Tending to this flame asks of us to cultivate our awareness of where and how we are leaking energy or even actively giving it away. For us to be able to expand our inner fire we also have to become comfortable holding space for it within; for some of us this can be overwhelming to face the Shakti within us and acknowledge the power we truly have.

Join Matea and Stefan for a transformative week nestled in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley. This retreat is meant to guide you to cultivate the awareness and capacity to reconnect with your authentic self, strengthen your inner foundation, and discover how to expand your uniqueness in a meaningful way. Each day is thoughtfully designed to support your journey through yoga and somatic practices, meditation, breathwork, and transformative workshops exploring awareness, embodiment, intention, and personal alignment.

This journey is an exploration of:

-How to gather and focus your energy with intention

-How to strengthen your relationship with your inner truth and intuition

-How to cultivate presence, resilience, and clarity from within

-How to acknowledge and nurture your inner fire, reconnecting to your untapped power so it can become a force of creation and contribution

This retreat is not about becoming someone new. It is about remembering who you really are and creating the conditions for your inner light to shine.

Our group will stay in a beautiful private eco-retreat center, complete with indoor and outdoor movement spaces, lush gardens, and panoramic mountain views that naturally invite presence, reflection, and connection.

Nourish yourself with vibrant organic farm-to-table meals prepared by a local chef, celebrating the rich flavors and abundance of the Peruvian Andes.

Whether you are seeking clarity, renewal, healing, or a deeper connection to yourself, Fire of Awareness offers a sacred space to shed what no longer serves you, reclaim your attention, and return home carrying tools to help you continue to tend your inner flame to allow the flourishing of the strength, wisdom, and authenticity that have always lived within.

Come home to yourself.
Tend the fire within.
Let awareness illuminate your path.

What's included

Accommodation

Stay in spacious rooms designed in harmony with the elements and chakras, offering WiFi on-site and regular housekeeping services.

Amenities

Immerse in the beauty of Samadhi Sacred Valley Retreat Centre in Peru. You will have access to the beautiful yoga and art spaces, designed with sacred geometry, as well as gardens and trails.

Roundtrip Cusco Transit

Sit back & enjoy scenic 1.5 hour drive to the retreat centre from designated spot in Cusco city centre. Leaving April 24 at 12pm from Cusco designated spot and returning April 29th at 11am.

Yoga Classes

Practice yoga in an indoor shala overlooking the Andean highlands. Guided sessions combining movement, breath, and mindfulness. All levels welcome, but experience with yoga practice is recommended.

Workshops

Focus on building awareness, strength and resiliance through daily , stillness and active workshops. Accessible and empowering for all levels of experience.

Daily Meditation

Reconnect through daily guided meditations held in serene natural or cozy indoor spaces, supporting clarity and balance.

Farm-to-table Meals

Nourish your body daily with three super nutritious, balanced and healthy meals. Strengthen your immune system with superfoods maca, pollen, and honey.

Cacao Ceremony

Experience the heart-opening and transformative power of local cacao (native to Peru!), connecting with ancient traditions and fostering deep inner reflection.

Breathwork

Sacred Valley Moutain Hike

What's not included

Airfare

International and/or domestic airfare.

Transportation

International or domestic transportation of any kind (ferries, buses, taxis). Except for roundtrip transport from designated spot in Cusco to retreat centre on April 24 (12pm) & return April 29 (11am)

Additional Accommodation

Additional accommodation bookings (e.g., hotels or hostels) for those arriving earlier or leaving later.

Additional Activities

Optional activities like on-site massages (currently priced at €60) or self-elected extra local excursions.

Personal Shopping

Personal shopping, such as expenses and souvenirs.

Speciality Coffee & Wine

Coffee and tea will be served daily, with the option of purchasing a cappuccino for €2. You can also BYOB, and there’s an option to pick up wine in town if that suits you.

Vaccines or Medications

Any vaccinations or medical requirements related to travel or needed during your stay.

Airport Tax or Visas

Cost of airport tax upon arrival and/or departure (often included in price of plane ticket). Any potential cost for visas at entry (not currently in place for North Americans).