"Oaxaca, Verdad" - a heartfully curated experience of moving, eating and exploring authentic Oaxaca, Mexico. 

"What does "verdad" mean in Spanish?"  It can mean true, it can mean really, it can mean right.

Led by your favorite yoga teachers, Andrea Ahava & Danielle "Baby D" Vorves, we invite you to join us to explore the authentic beauty of Oaxaca, Mexico.  This is not a tourist excursion, this is an adventure to experience the rich history and culture of one of our favorite places.  We will practice yoga/meditation daily as an integral part of this "high-vibe vacation".

Days 1 & 2:  We will start in the heart of Oaxaca City to enjoy the culture, food, energy, art and colorful surroundings.  Please plan your flight to arrive at Oaxaca Airport NO LATER than 4pm on October 22nd...  The retreat will begin that evening with a Welcome Circle/Meditation, followed by Dinner of local cuisine.  We'll wake up the following morning with yoga and a delicious local breakfast before a day of exploring, shopping, wandering, and enjoying this colorful, inspiring city. In the evening, our group will enjoy a dinner on the town before returning to our beautiful hotel for an evening of relaxing.

Day 3:  Our group will transfer to the next location of our adventure:  Monte Alban.   We will arrive early to beat the crowds and meditate on top of a pyramid; feel, explore, and learn about this ancient cultural site.  We will then have lunch enroute to our next destination, the beautiful village of Teotitlan del Valle.

Days 4-5:  Teotitlan del Valle is welcome respite after the energy of the city, it rests in a valley below ancient, sacred mountains.  Here, we will immerse ourselves in the traditional way of life of the indigenous Zapotecs.  Hosted by a local family, we will stay in guest rooms on their family compound, made welcome by the parents, brothers, dogs, chickens, goats and horses.  Zapotec architecture is centered around the household activities, the house is large and spread around a central patio, only 3 blocks from the center of town.   Our host Samuel will share local and indigenous history, we will eat homecooked, authentic local foods, and learn the history of their family and village art form:  the weaving of beautiful handmade rugs.

Day 6:  Departures

Each day will include at least 1 yoga class, group activities, and solo time for art, exploring, and reflecting.  We will be walking quite a bit, learning the local history and culture.  Please be in moderate to healthy condition, and have a love for adventure.

A note regarding accommodations:

In Oaxaca, each room is a hotel room with private bathroom.

In Teotitlan del Valle, there are both private and shared bedrooms available, all share communal bathrooms.

Please see the PHOTO GALLERY for photos of the accommodations

Remainder of Balance is due by October 10th.

CANCELATION POLICY:    Deposit is non-refundable.