Awakening of the Heart
An Immersion in the Andes Mountains, the Sacred Valley of the Incas
This retreat has been a decade in the making, a birthing that has been nurtured by years of studying with my teachers throughout the sacred lands of Peru.
Awakening of the heart is an offering to soften, open and expand through exploration of shamanic rituals & ceremonies, plant wisdom and Earth Medicine.
June 6th - 13th, 2026
When the heart opens, the mind takes a seat in consciousness, and glimpses of your true nature can be seen and witnessed.
The magic awaits…
For the Quechua people, Rikch'ay Sonqo, a phrase that translates to “Awakened Heart” means a deep, reciprocal connection and right relation with one’s community, and the natural world.
This retreat is a call to action - for those seeking a return to simplicity and remembrance.
To be held by the spirits of the land
To immerse in the rich, indigenous wisdom that is still being practiced and shared there
A space to show up as you are
To remember.
Retreat Flow
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Day 1: Grounding
Arrival and settling in
Opening Despacho Ceremony
Dinner
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Day 2: Preparing
Morning Yoga & Meditation
Breakfast
Medicine Preparation & Plant Spirit Workshop
Lunch
Temazcal (Traditional Sweat Lodge)
Dinner
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Day 3: Purifying
Morning Meditation & Breath work
Kambo (optional)
Plant baths
Brunch
Free time (body work sessions and coca leaf readings available as optional add-ons)
Shamanic Drum Journey
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Day 4: Communing
Washuma Ceremony #1
@ Kinsa Cocha
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Day 5: Integrating
Morning Self-Inquiry, Reflection Time & Practice
Plant Baths
Free time to explore neighboring villages (body work sessions and coca leaf readings available as optional add-ons)
Lunch
Sound Journey
Dinner
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Day 6: Deepening
Washuma Ceremony #2
@ Sacred Site TBD
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Day 7: Sealing (In)
Morning Yoga, Meditation & Journaling
Breakfast
Free time to explore neighboring villages (body work sessions and coca leaf readings available as optional add-ons)
Lunch
Integration Circle
Dinner
Closing Fire
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Day 8: Departing
Goodbyes and departure
What’s Included?
All ceremonies, meals and accommodation included.
Travel expenses, including flights, insurance and shuttles, to and from the retreat center, and additional add-ons (bodywork, coca leaf readings, etc.) are separate.
⟡ 7 days, 6 nights accommodation
⟡ 3 Nourishing Vegetarian Meals/Day (except for ceremony days)
⟡ Despacho Ceremony
⟡ Temazcal (traditional sweat lodge)
⟡ Kambo Frog Medicine
⟡ Medicine making day (where you learn how to prepare the medicine)
⟡ Two Full-Day Grandfather Plant Sacrament Ceremonies @ Sacred Sites
⟡ Yoga and Meditation
⟡ Sound Journey
⟡ Integration and Song Circle w/ Cacao
The retreat will be held at Hacienda Paucartika. The 300-year-old hacienda offers a breathtaking backdrop nestled in the Sacred Valley (about 40 minutes outside of Cusco) in the heart of the Andes mountains beneath the ancient Incan ruins of Huchuy Qosqo.
A place where history and nature converge to create a truly transformative experience. Surrounded by majestic mountains and lush gardens, this sacred space invites you to step into a world where time slows down and the beauty of nature nurtures every moment.
Standard
(Shared Bathroom)
Shared space with one other person. Designed for comfort and simplicity. Shared bathrooms are newly renovated with hot gas showers and multiple stalls for convenience.
$2,800.00
Deluxe Room
(Private Bathroom)
Shared space with 1-2 other people. Each designed with natural elements such as handcrafted stone sinks, tree trunk pedestals, vine accents, and walls featuring either traditional hacienda-style tile or river rock masonry. Ideal for those seeking a bit more privacy.
$2,950.00
Casita
(Private Bathroom, Fireplace & Kitchenette)
Offers a cozy, home-like experience with extra space and privacy. Each two-story casita includes a spacious bathroom, a warm fireplace, and a small kitchenette. The upper level features a cozy sleeping space with the bathroom, while the lower level has a sitting area and a fireplace.
$3,200.00
To Register:
Step 1: Fill out the application below
Step 2: Upon receipt, I will reach out to set up a connection call
Step 3: Following our call, you will receive a connection email with preparation, travel, payment and location details
Step 4: Send $500 deposit (non-refundable) or Pay in Full
If you’re interested in attending, but funds are an issue right now, please reach out to see what we can work out.
Payment plans available.
Final payments due by April 1st, 2026
Meet your Guide.
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Katie Rinaldi w/ Special Guest Teachers
Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist, Soul Doula, Kambo Practitioner, Medicine Woman and Ceremonialist
Forever a student of Life, Katie walks her path with curiosity, ease, and grace. Her deeper purpose emerged not through seeking but through surrender—when she opened her heart to receive the natural unfolding of her dharma. She serves as a bridge between weaving the ancient with the modern to empower others to lead more authentic and intentional lives.
In 2015, after experiencing the grind of corporate America in NYC, she was left feeling burned out, unfulfilled and disconnected. Determined to regain her sovereignty holistically, she immersed herself in many different cultures and ways of living. She became fascinated with studying and integrating many practices and techniques from a variety of traditions, including Shamanic and Indigenous practices as well as Yoga. She brings over 4 years of experience as a facilitator guiding plant and animal medicine ceremonies.
She is deeply devoted to Washuma, one of her greatest teachers and allies on this Earth. Katie is honored to be of service through providing the space and medicine for others to open to their full potential.
She is committed to sharing this work with integrity and dedicated to preservation of the indigenous roots from which she learned.
In deep love and gratitude…
