JOURNEYS 2012
* PERU July 28th-Aug 6th, 2012
* SOUTH DAKOTA July 7th-14th, 2012
* MEXICO May 22nd-28th, 2012
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PERU
JULY 28TH – AUGUST 6TH
THIS SUMMER 2012
Come Journey to the Sacred Mountains and Valleys of Peru-
Visit ancient sites where medicine men and woman still gather today.
*Optional Payment plans available, call for details, 954-907-3006
**Register by May 15th and receive a $100 credit towards your journey.
This will truly be a special trip, source from the majestic Mountains and Waters of the ‘Sacred Valley’ this summer and forever.
Call anytime for more details or if I can be of service in answering any of your questions 954-907-3006
May your light always shine bright, and may you always walk in beauty.
Munay,
Carey Stokes
Mountain Day by Day Itinerary: (sample and subject to change)
* – Flight from Lima to Cuzco. You are to arrive Cuzco airport before noon. Greeted by staff for transportation to hotel in sacred valley. Rest and relax from your journey. Acclimate and enjoy the fresh food of Peru. Evening itinerary review, meet the shamans and opening fire ceremony.
* – Visit Moray – Explore this site and open to the energy of the Pachamama (Mother Earth) After lunch on site connect in a deeper way to these sacred grounds. Ceremonially we journey to the center of the earth.
* – Journey to Quillarumiyoq, explore this sacred area, receive high Mountain rites from the Q’ero shamans
*- Connect to the energy of the sacred Mountains at the ancient site of Ollantaytambo “Temple of the Winds”. Time permitting we visit sacred site of Pumamarca dedicated to the “Golden Puma” rites. Overnight in Ollantaytambo
* -Morning refreshed we take the magical train ride to Machu Picchu – Short guided historical tour, with ample time to explore alone first-hand why this ancient site is one of the 7 wonders of the world. Overnight in town where you can soak in the ancient thermal waters of “Aqua’s Calientes”
*- Morning visit the local market, then short bus ride and beautiful walk of the landscape where we stop to have ceremony in front of the sounds and sites of sweet water fall. Evening travel back to Ollantaytambo and Pisaq
*- Pisaq – Walk into the amazing ruins of Pisaq, visit the “Temple of the Falcon” Opportunity to take a guided Soul retrieval journey and receive ancient rites
* Visit the Holy Mountain of Pachatusan , visit the age old “healing rock”. Listen to Great Spirit whisper to us in the winds.
*- Sacsayhuaman – Visit this ancient fortress and “Temple of the moon”, after lunch we gather for final rites. Evening Closing night fire ceremony.
*- Refreshed and renewed, leave to Cuzco airport, for our journeys home.
(*Itinerary subject to change)
Walking is considered obtainable for everyone in good, average physical condition.
Sacred Rites will be woven in and out during the entire journey, along with individual sessions with shamans available.
*Valid passport is needed. Travelers insurance is highly recommended.
Be sure to bring an extra bag or leave amble room in your suitcase for gifts and personal purchases. Peru is filled with wonderful textiles and beautiful items.
Mountain Journey Price Includes:
* Accommodation in clean, safe hotels / retreats
* All breakfast meals, 2 lunches at selected sites
* Train tickets to Machu Picchu on the Vistadome
* Airport group bus transfers to and from airport/hotel, and all sites.
* Tours with English, Spanish and Quechua speaking specialist guides
plus private Machu Picchu tour
* All Site entrance fees
Price Does Not Include:
* International & Domestic flights Peru
* Airport taxes
* Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, additional lodging, lunch and dinner (meals estimate approx $25-30 a day combined for both meals per person )
* Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident etc
* Gratuities, baggage porter and other extras
*Individual session work with shamans
Call us direct at 954-907-3006 for Suggested Travel Agent for Airfare and Insurance that we work with who we find excellent and helpful.
Reference: STOKES PERU 2012
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SOUTH DAKOTA
July 7th-14th, 2012 8 Days and & 7 Nights
” LIVING LIFE IN CEREMONY “ 
Join us, with friend, Lakota Native Kevin Locke, in the Heart Lands of the Americas, South Dakota, on sacred grounds, to explore and experience first-hand how to live in true balance and harmony with all life energies. Sit with the Native Elders, Wisdom Keepers, to experience the traditional ways of songs,ceremonies, storytelling. Discover the energy of sacred lands, medicinal healing plant walk , and so much more. This unique journey will touch your soul forever.
Cost 1,495.00 double occupancy –
Single room request $275.00 addt’l week charges apply
Welcome packet sent at time of registration. * Early registration suggested, as space limited and this journey sure to fill up.
Price Includes:
* Accommodation in clean, safe Hotels / Cabins
* Airport group transfers to and from airport/hotels/cabins, and all sites.
* All ceremonial events
* All Site entrance fees
Price Does Not Include:
* International or Domestic flights to and from Airports – NOTE: This journey we fly into Bismarck, ND (BIS) 1pm group pick , and out of Rapid City, SD (RAP) 11am group drop off.
* Meals, snacks, beverages
*Personal expenses for laundry, telephone calls, rooms outside of journey, etc.
* Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident etc
* Gratuities, baggage porter and other extras
Call us direct at 954-907-3006 for Suggested Travel Agent for Airfare and Insurance that we work with who we find excellent and helpful.
Reference: STOKES DAKOTAS
Sample itinerary: (*Itinerary subject to change)
JULY 7th Sat- attendees arrive at BISMARC, ND airport (BIS), by 1pm for pick up – meet and greet – were we stop off to visit the Mandan village, dinner, evening fire ceremony to review our journey plans and vision for week, and connect the energy of the group. evening storytelling, and songs with Lakota Native Kevin Locke
8th Sun – Breakfast, morning activity botanical walk on medicine plants with Local Native Linda Different Cloud,
afternoon visit local Pow Wow and special presentation for the group,
evening make prayer ties for our “Inipi Ceremony”( Sweat lodge) & Chanupa (pipe) ceremony , Elders storytelling by the fire.
Note: (Lodge is a sacred and reverent experience of purification, cleansing and prayer, yet this is optional to enter lodge, know you may still be a part of ceremony by sitting outside the lodge joining your energy and spirit.)
9th- Morning breakfast, energized we head to the Sacred and Holy Mountain of “Mato Paha”, Bear Butte, Notable visitors like Chief Red Cloud, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull made pilgrimages to this site of Bear Butte., We walk these sacred grounds of Bear Butte, embracing legends and history , we participate in prayer and ceremony of the Native people, lunch and later (availability allowed) we visit with Chief Orval Looking Horse, the 19th Generation Keeper of the original Sacred White Buffalo Pipe of the Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota nation of the Sioux , evening dinner, check in new lodging
10th- breakfast, enjoy a tour through Wind or Jewel Cave – lunch, journey over to Spearfish waterfalls, ceremony by falls, Evening dinner , night free time- to reflect or head into town of Deadwood S.D., where Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane once walked the streets, we discover the old legends and history of this town.
11th – Breakfast, head to the beautiful formations of the Badlands, striking geologic deposits containing one of the world’s richest fossil beds. Ancient mammals such as the saber-toothed cat once roamed here. Ceremony there, head back in time for dinner in Town and evening program with Kevin Locke and Native Dance Ensemble, Performance @ 7pm. ( Concerts offered by the Kevin Locke Native Dance Ensemble feature historic, authentic dance and music from the artists’ traditions: Lakota, Comanche, Choctaw, Oneida, Ojibwe and Cree. )
12th- Breakfast, Journey to Harneys Peak, Harney Peak is the site of the Great Sioux Medicine Man, “Black Elk”, it was on this Mountain where he received “Great Vision” when he was just nine years old, *Author, John Neihardt recorded Black Elk’s words regarding his vision as follows: “I was standing on the highest mountain of them all, and round about beneath me was the whole hoop of the world, And while I stood there I saw more than I can tell and I understood more than I saw; for I was seeing in a sacred manner the shapes of all things in the spirit, and the shape of all shapes as they must live together like one being.” -
As we honor the Spirit of Black Elk, and Great Mystery, we access our own inner vision , with time here for personal and group prayer, and ceremony, later dinner , evening gathering of Native songs, flute , & stories with Kevin
13th- breakfast, visit “Bears Claw” the Native name for this geologic feature which protrudes out of the rolling prairie that surrounds the Black Hills. The site is considered Sacred to the Lakota and other tribes that have a connection to the area. (also more commonly known as Devils Tower’ which was named by the white man (interesting), I much prefer the natives energetic view point of this beautiful creation) , Here we join for ancient ceremony and prayer at this sacred location, lunch, with Afternoon visit to the Crazy Horse Monument, dinner, evening closing ceremony.
14th- Flying home out of RAPID CITY Airport (RAP),…Refreshed, Renewed, Centered and Connected -
Wopila’ (Thankfulness)
Mitakuye Oyasin (We Are All Related)
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PARADIGM SHIFT, MEXICO 2012
MAY 22nd-28th
A 7 Day Self-Discovery Journey to Healing and Personal Transformation
This trip will include Visits to ancient Pyramids, Ceremonial centers and Vortexes, where we will be expertly guided and instructed by native elders and trusted keepers of the tradition.
On this Times of intense changes, we want to Honor and Activate the dormant knowledge that we all carry within.
This Journey holds the intent to Stake this transitional time, moving away from the old paradigm of Separation (based in fear) towards Unity (recognizing we are all One)
We have mindfully Co- created this journey for you to create conditions that will allow a safe and sacred environment with enough opening to Explore “new” inner space, where healing and transformation can take place.. As you deepen into trust, you Will find you Receive and Acknowledge we are never truly alone and are always surrounded by abundance, guidance and support.
This unique trip includes dynamics and activities carefully planed to safely get you through a deep self-discovery, healing and personal transformation. Each day and evening you will experience and enjoy beautiful places, and nature off the touristic circuits
The itinerary has been carefully design according to the purpose of this Journey, including Initiations and Ceremonies conducted in energy vortex grounds.
And the most important of all the human factor: Medicine People, Guides and Keepers: people who walk their talk with kindness, compassion and especially a sense of humor
Welcome !! You are here for a Treat !! A Re-treat to that discovering that state of Grace in which you were created.
The Time is Now, feel the call, and know we are dedicated and honored to support your journey
Always in Love and Light,
Carey & Salvador
Cost: $1212.00 (double occupancy) Single up charge $150 for week Note; (if you are single and open to roommate to save, let us know on registration and we will do our best to accommodate you)
A $350.00 deposit is required to hold your spot, balance due 1 week prior to trip start date **Deposit recommended early as space limited for intimate experience
* Accommodation in clean, safe hotels / retreats
* Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner while with the group journey.
* Airport group bus transfers to and from airport/hotel, and all sites.
* Tours with English & Spanish speaking specialist guides
* All Site entrance fees
* One Spa treatment of choice at Tlaltonatihuyo retreat center
Price Does Not Include:
* Airfare
* Airport taxes
* Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, additional lodging, meals, land transportation outside of tour schedule.
* Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident etc
* Gratuities, baggage porter and other extras
*Individual session work with shamans
*Valid passport is needed. *Travelers insurance is highly recommended.
Be sure to bring an extra bag or leave amble room in your suitcase for gifts and personal purchases. Mexico is filled with wonderful textiles and beautiful items.
Below Sample itinerary - (*Itinerary subject to change)
*Day 1 Arrive Mexico City Airport by 12:30pm to be greeted and picked up to join group bus, travel to Tlaltonatihuyo retreat center. Unpack, relax , and explore the sacred grounds of this unique center. Early Dinner , Orientation and Evening opening fire ceremony
Day 2 – Morning breakfast, Embrace the unique energy of Mother Earth in this area of , along with a complimentary spa treatment, after rejuvinate in a traditional temazcal lodge, or take a float in the surrounding healing apantle waters. Lunch, take a journey of your soul creating your own ceremonial artcraft, dinner, and take your seat by the fire under the stars, experience healing ceremony with local elders and shaman.
*Day 3 After breakfast, we travel to our visit ancient archelogical site of Xochicalco reffered to as “in the (place of the) house of Flowers”, visit the “Temple of the Serpent, receive rite from shaman, explore site, Lunch, Mud therapy bath back at retreat center, addt’l time to relax or work on your ceremonial artcraft. Dinner, evening sacred ceremony around the fire.
*Day 4- Breakfast, Travel to Amatlan, short hike to the sacred pond of the legendary Quetzalcoatl who was related to gods of the wind, of Venus, of the dawn, of merchants and of arts, crafts and knowledge. Connect to this energy, enjoy leisurely Lunch by pond, back to town and enjoy one night sleeping in a beautiful crafted Tipi cradled by mother earth and all her relations.
*Day 5 – Breakfast and travel to Teotihucan, known as “The City of the Gods” enjoy a short guided historical tour, with ample time to explore why this ancient site is home to two of the worlds largest Pyramids “The temple of the Sun and The temple of the Moon. A rare opportunity to share in a Special Ceremony right on this ancient and sacred energy vortex. Lunch at site. Leaving site with time allowed we stop in Tula to visit ancient giant stone carvings, and finally settle in at Tolantongo for dinner and 2 nights in hotel
*Day 6- After morning Breakfast, we journey to explore beautiful caves and waterfalls in local area of Tolantongo, with plenty of time to enjoy the energy of this special area, rejuvinate and integrate your journey experiences of ceremonies and rites while relaxing in these sacred waters and hot springs. Afternoon open to Journal time, Dinner and our closing fire ceremony
*Day 7- Return to Mexico City Airport by 12:30pm, Journey officially ends -
However we have added the “option” for all attendees (at your own expense for meals and transportation back to the airport) -SO add’tl time as a group we 
Visit “Villa de Guadalupe” (Mother Mary), one of the largest Holy areas visited in the world. PLUS a visit to the temple of Basillica, experience the beauty and power of the local Aztec dancers. Visit the market. Lunch and our Journey completes to return home refreshed and ready to embrace life at its fullest.
(*itinerary subject to change)
Walking is considered moderate, and obtainable for average person of health.
*Sacred Rites will be woven in and out during the entire journey, along with individual sessions with shamans available
* Check back for information on other upcoming Retreats & Sacred Journeys! They are truely Life Changing and Transformational.