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Follow the golden path
A journey through Peru and back to yourself.
There are journeys that take you somewhere new.
And then there are journeys that invite you to see yourself, your life, and what comes next from a different perspective.
Set among the mountains, ancient landscapes, and timeless traditions of Peru’s Sacred Valley, The Golden Path Retreat is a seven-day journey created for women ready to step away from everyday life, reconnect with themselves, and experience Peru through a deeper lens.
Together, we’ll explore some of the most extraordinary places in the Sacred Valley and beyond, while weaving in movement, meditation, breathwork, sound, ancestral ceremonies, fire, reflection, and spacious time to simply be.
We’ll travel to Machu Picchu for the Summer Solstice, walk through the ancient landscapes of Pisac, Moray, and Ollantaytambo, connect with the traditions of the Andes, and return each day to our retreat environment to rest and integrate.
This is a carefully paced journey where wellness and exploration move together.
Some days take you into the mountains. Some invite you to slow down and go inward. And throughout the journey, there is space to experience Peru rather than simply pass through it.
A time to explore.
A time to reconnect.
A time to honor what has been.
And a time to step toward what comes next.
The experience
Where travel meets transformation
At Dharma Retreats, we believe travel can be more than seeing beautiful places.
The right destination, the right people, and the right experiences can create space to see your life differently — to reconnect with yourself, discover something new, and return home with a fresh perspective.
The Golden Path Retreat brings that philosophy to Peru through a beautiful balance of wellness, exploration, ancestral connection, and personal time.
Our home base in the Sacred Valley gives us a place to return to between adventures, while the journey itself takes us into some of Peru’s most extraordinary landscapes and ancient sites.
Rather than filling every day from morning until night, we intentionally leave room to breathe.
You may begin your morning with movement and meditation, explore an ancient site, share a beautiful meal surrounded by nature, and still have time to rest, journal, connect, or simply take in the mountains.
The result is a journey that feels rich without feeling rushed.
“Gina thinks of everything, and you can feel the love behind every detail.”
Lauren Wandhoff · Retreat guest
What to expect
Ancient landscapes, meaningful connection, and space to breathe.
- Being surrounded by the powerful landscapes of the Andes and the vastness of the Sacred Valley
- Waking each morning to mountain views that invite you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect
- Staying in a beautiful retreat setting where the details are taken care of, giving you space to simply be
- Experiencing Machu Picchu with ease, with curated logistics, train transportation, and entrance included
- Exploring ancient Incan sites and remarkable archaeological landscapes
- Experiencing Andean ceremonies and ancestral traditions guided by local knowledge
- Connecting with Pachamama and the ancient relationship between the Andes, the land, and its people
- Nourishing your body with fresh, grounding meals throughout the journey
- Beginning your days with movement, meditation, breathwork, and sound
- Gathering for a Blue Lotus ceremony and fire circle under the Peruvian sky
- Connecting deeply with like-hearted women and creating friendships that extend beyond the retreat
- Slowing down enough to hear your own voice again away from the noise of everyday life
- Deepening your connection to your body, intuition, and inner world
- Experiencing Peru not simply as a destination, but as a place of history, beauty, culture, and profound perspective
- Making space for release, reflection, renewal, and new beginnings
- Sharing meaningful conversations, spontaneous laughter, beautiful meals, and unforgettable moments
- Feeling more grounded, connected, and open as you move through the landscapes and experiences of the journey
Some moments will take you deep into the ancient landscapes of Peru. Others will bring you back to yourself.
There is room for both.
The journey
Seven days to explore, connect & renew
The retreat is intentionally designed with a balance of wellness, exploration, ceremony, and spaciousness.
DAY ONE
- Group transfer from Cusco to the Sacred Valley at approximately 12:00 PM
- Settle into the retreat property and meet the group
- Opening experience
DAY TWO
- Train journey through the Andes to Machu Picchu
- Machu Picchu entrance and train transportation included
- Lunch at a beautiful restaurant surrounded by nature
- Summer Solstice ceremony, reflection & intention
DAY THREE
- Movement, meditation & wellness practices
- Personal time to rest, journal and connect
- Blue Lotus ceremony & fire circle
DAY FOUR
- Morning movement & meditation
- Explore Pisac archaeological site
- Time to experience the local surroundings
- Return to the retreat property to rest and integrate
DAY FIVE
- Explore the spectacular landscapes of the Sacred Valley
- Visit Moray & Ollantaytambo
- Return to the retreat property for rest and connection
DAY SIX
- Movement, meditation, breathwork & sound
- Ancestral practices & ceremony
- Personal time for reflection and integration
DAY SEVEN
- Closing movement, reflection & connection
- Group transfer to Cusco at approximately 12:00 PM
The itinerary is thoughtfully planned but may be adjusted slightly according to the group, weather, venue, or operational considerations.
“I was reminded that life is meant to be enjoyed, not just managed.”
Christine Parker · Retreat guest
This retreat is for the woman who…
Feels ready for a new chapter.
- Feels she is standing at a threshold and ready to step into what’s next
- Is craving a deeper sense of grounding, connection, and inner strength
- Is navigating change, growth, or a new chapter and wants to feel supported along the way
- Wants to reconnect with her intuition, inner voice, and deeper truth
- Is ready to slow down, step away from the noise, and actually listen to herself
- Feels drawn to the mountains, ancient cultures, ancestral wisdom, and powerful landscapes of Peru
- Is open to both healing and expansion
- Wants to honor where she has been while creating space for where she is going
- Is seeking genuine connection and sisterhood with inspiring women
- Wants to cultivate resilience from within — rooted, grounded, and authentic
- Is curious about ceremonial experiences and ancient traditions
- Wants meaningful travel that goes beyond simply seeing the sights
- Is ready to make herself a priority
- Has always dreamed of going to Peru and feels this may be the journey that finally calls her there
No previous experience with yoga, meditation, breathwork, or wellness practices is required.
This is not simply a sightseeing trip.
It is an invitation to experience Peru, reconnect with yourself, explore ancient places, meet extraordinary women, and create space for your next chapter.
Your host
Gina Tinajero
Gina Tinajero is the Founder of Dharma Retreats, a retreat creator, holistic wellness practitioner, and luxury travel advisor who brings together transformational experiences, meaningful travel, and community for women around the world.
A lifelong traveler and passionate creator of immersive experiences, Gina draws from her work in meditation, breathwork, sound healing, energy healing, EFT tapping, guided visualization, and ceremonial practices to create retreats that invite women to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and experience the world in a deeper way.
Her approach blends wellness, exploration, ancient traditions, beautiful destinations, and genuine connection — creating journeys that feel intentional without feeling overly structured, and transformative without losing the joy of travel.
For The Golden Path Retreat, Gina will personally guide the journey through Peru, weaving together the ancient landscapes and traditions of the Sacred Valley with wellness practices, Summer Solstice rituals, reflection, adventure, and time to simply experience the magic of the Andes.
What’s included
What’s included
Designed so you can arrive and be held.
- 7 days / 6 nights of beautiful accommodation surrounded by the landscapes of the Andes
- Group transfer from Cusco to our retreat property in the Sacred Valley
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the retreat, with nourishing meals prepared with intention
- Daily movement and meditation
- Guided breathwork sessions
- Sound healing experiences
- Ancestral ceremonies and Andean ceremonial experiences
- Blue Lotus ceremony
- Traditional fire circle
- Summer Solstice practices and experiences
- Machu Picchu, including train transportation and entrance
- Lunch at a beautiful restaurant surrounded by nature during our Machu Picchu journey
- Exploration of Pisac, including its ancient archaeological site and surrounding landscapes
- Visits to Moray and Ollantaytambo
- All included entrance fees and scheduled transportation for the retreat excursions
- Meaningful women’s circles, connection, and sisterhood
- Time for rest, reflection, and integration
- The guidance and facilitation of Gina Tinajero, Founder of Dharma Retreats
- A beautifully curated journey through Peru designed to bring together wellness, exploration, ancient traditions, and meaningful connection
Not included
- International flights
- Domestic flights to and from Cusco
- Personal purchases
- Optional treatments
- Transportation outside the included group transfers
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Rooms
Your home in the Sacred Valley
Our retreat property is located in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of the Andes.
It serves as our peaceful home base throughout the journey — a place to practice, rest, share meals, connect, and return to after exploring.
All accommodations include a private en-suite bathroom.
Shared Room
A comfortable shared room designed for women traveling together or joining the retreat solo.
Private Room
Your own private room for the retreat, offering additional space to rest and recharge.
- Payment plans are available.
- A non-refundable $1,000 deposit is required to secure your spot.
- This goes towards the overall payment.
- Payment plans are available.
“I left feeling more connected to myself than I had in years.”
Jessica Coleman · Retreat guest
Claim your spot!
Find a payment plan that works for you.
Find a payment plan that works for you and submit your application to join The Golden Path Retreat.
Prices are per person. All prices are in USD.
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot.
- 1, 2, 3 or 4 Monthly installments
- Final payment due 45 days before the retreat — May 6, 2027.
- All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Travel plans
Arrival and departure
Flights are not included in the retreat.
Arrival — June 20
Fly into Cusco International Airport (CUZ).
Our group transfer to the Sacred Valley will depart at approximately 12:00 PM on June 20.
If possible, we recommend arriving in Cusco one day early to rest and acclimatize before the retreat begins.
Departure — June 26
Our group transfer will depart the retreat property at approximately 12:00 PM and return to Cusco.
Please allow sufficient time when booking onward flights.
Before booking
We recommend waiting until your retreat participation is confirmed before purchasing non-refundable flights.
Guests are responsible for checking current passport, visa, entry, and travel requirements for Peru.
Disclaimer
Important wellness and travel note
Dharma Retreats experiences are centered around wellness, personal growth, connection, travel, and self-discovery.
Meditation, movement, breathwork, sound healing, ancestral ceremonies, Blue Lotus, and other ceremonial experiences are experiential and wellness-oriented. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical or psychological condition and are not a substitute for medical care or psychotherapy.
Participation in all practices is voluntary. Guests are responsible for considering their own health, comfort, and personal limitations and for following safety instructions throughout the retreat.
Due to the altitude in Cusco and the Sacred Valley, guests should consider their individual health and ability to travel at elevation. If you have any medical condition, are pregnant, have cardiovascular or blood pressure concerns, or have concerns related to altitude or travel in Peru, please consult your healthcare provider before participating.
By participating, guests acknowledge that they are responsible for making informed decisions regarding their own wellbeing.
FAQ
Questions before you apply
You’re in the right place. Here are some of the questions women often have before joining The Golden Path Retreat.
The retreat is designed to be an intimate women’s journey, 10 – 15 women.
You’re not alone in feeling that way. Many women join our retreats solo. You’ll be traveling with a group of like-hearted women, sharing experiences, meals, conversations, laughter, and unforgettable moments along the way.
Our retreats welcome women of different ages and backgrounds. What matters most is that you feel drawn to the experience and the kind of journey we’re creating together.
The Sacred Valley and Cusco are at high altitude, and everyone responds differently. We recommend arriving in Cusco at least one day early if possible to rest and acclimatize. If you have any medical concerns related to altitude, please consult your healthcare provider before traveling.
Our group transfer from Cusco to the Sacred Valley departs at approximately 12:00 PM on June 20. The retreat concludes on June 26, with our group transfer back to Cusco departing at approximately 12:00 PM.
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip against unexpected circumstances.
Your retreat includes the train transportation and entrance to Machu Picchu, along with the scheduled transportation and entrance fees for the other included excursions.
Testimonials
What participants are saying
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Alexandra Barnett
“I came home with a full heart, a fresh perspective, and friendships I never expected to find.”
Traveling with Gina was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. Our time in Egypt was filled with incredible discoveries, meaningful moments, and so much laughter.
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Heather Williams
“The kind of experience that reminds you who you are.”
I didn’t realize how much I needed this retreat until I arrived in Tulum. Gina creates a space that feels both intentional and effortless.
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Lauren Wandhoff
“Gina thinks of everything, and you can feel the love behind every detail.”
Visiting Machu Picchu was unforgettable, but so were the conversations, laughter, and friendships that developed throughout the week.
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Christine Parker
“I was reminded that life is meant to be enjoyed, not just managed.”
There was space to connect with the other women, enjoy the moment, and discover new things about myself naturally.
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Amanda Riverol
“Gina has a rare gift for making strangers feel like old friends.”
I never felt alone, and I always felt supported. I came home with beautiful memories, wonderful new friendships, and the confidence to keep saying yes.
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Jessica Coleman
“I left feeling more connected to myself than I had in years.”
Her approach makes personal growth feel inviting rather than intimidating. I returned home feeling refreshed and inspired.
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Alisha Simmons
“The adventure was incredible, but the personal connections made it unforgettable.”
Standing at Machu Picchu was one of those moments when you simply stop, take it all in, and feel grateful to be exactly where you are.
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Elizabeth Carter
“The attention to detail made me feel cared for from beginning to end.”
I felt that I could trust her with the details and simply enjoy being there. I would happily book another retreat with Dharma Retreats.
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María Fernanda Torres
“An experience that gave me so much more than I expected.”
Gina has a special sensitivity for creating experiences that go beyond visiting beautiful places.
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Olivia Reynolds
“I came for a retreat. I left with a whole new outlook.”
There was no pressure to transform overnight. We were simply encouraged to be present and open to what came.
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Camila Rodríguez
“It wasn’t just a trip; it was a gift I gave myself.”
I returned home with a full heart, beautiful memories, and an even greater desire to keep exploring the world.
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Find the payment plan that works for you and submit your application.
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