SACRED JOURNEYS - MEXICO
Sacred Earth Journeys And Iluminado Tours Present:
Maya Sacred Path to 2012
Balancing the Male and Female Forces
November 25 - December 3, 2007
Past Tour
Tour Leader: Miguel Angel Vergara Calleros. Miguel Angel studied for 17 years with Mayan elder and wisdom keeper, Don Vincente Martin, and teaches seminars in Mexico and abroad on Mayan astronomy,
philosophy, calendar, glyphs & symbols, medicine, cosmovision, traditions and
prayers, ceremonies and healing. Read more about Richard and Miguel Angel on our
About Your Tour Leader page.
Click here to
view Al Domingo's Slide show of our Maya Sacred Path to 2012 journey in Nov/06
Click here to view photo’s from one of our Maya Sacred Path to 2012 journeys
in Nov /05
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Tour Description
Balancing the Male and Female
Forces is the first of two journeys offered in 2007 in our Maya
Sacred Path to 2012 program. This is a tour series that will be offered
each year leading up to 2012, the end of the Maya calendar. Each program is
created to help you prepare for and deal with the many changes and shifts
happening in the world around you. Working in the sacred land of the Maya,
learning their ceremonies and practicing their rituals, we will attempt to
balance our inner male and female forces through the clearing of our Chakras.
There are seven major chakras and each one has its own specific aspects
affecting perception in this dimension. In this program we will focus on
balancing and awakening the seven chakras on their physical level. The seven
Maya sites that we will visit to do this work have been chosen for their
connection to a specific chakra. These sacred sites will also be our teachers,
and if we listen with our whole being we will hear the ancient Maya wisdom that
is available to us here.
After our first night in Merida, we will travel to the Puuc Region and the ancient Maya site of Uxmal, which will be our base for 4 nights. We will explore many mysteries at the site of Uxmal - the Pyramid of the Magician, the Temple of Venus, the Ball Court and Governor's Palace, considered by many to be the most beautiful of the ancient Maya structures. From Uxmal we will visit the ancient Maya sites of Chakmultun, Labnah, Xlapak, Sayil, Sta. Elena, Kabah, finishing back at Uxmal to complete our work for this journey. At Chichen Itza, we will swim in the rejuvenating waters of the Ik'il cenote, a sacred Maya pool connected underground to the site of Chichen Itza. We will return here later at night for a special candle lit ceremony with shaman Don Florencio. Our last day in Merida is Sunday where you can enjoy the Sunday markets and entertainment of Merida en Domingo.
Master Maya Teacher
Miguel Angel Vergara will focus on the roots of the Maya prophecies for 2012
with their beginnings in Lemuria and Atlantis. Miguel Angel will use meditation,
stories, legends, rituals, mantras, and ceremonies to help us complete this
phase of our work.
Throughout the program we will be participating in Maya rituals and ceremonies
with Miguel Angel. Joining us for some of these ceremonies will be local shamans
who will also help guide us and heal us, on our journey. Miguel Angel will
lecture on The Maya Prophecies: Connection with Lemuria and Atlantis.
This is a life-changing journey that will work in greater depth on awaking the
chakras and the essence of our true selves. Please join us on this
transformational journey – but please book early to avoid disappointment. Also
please note that it is not required that you commit to every year in the
program, you may join us for one or more tours as you please. Each tour is a
stand-alone program.
Comments from some of our past
participants:
I arrived in Merida with an open mind and heart. I could never have imagined the
gifts that I would receive while there - from the Gods, the land, the people of
the Yucatan and from my fellow travellers. This trip has changed me in some very
profound ways and I will never view life and the universe in the same way. To me
this trip was a gift and I sincerely thank Helen, Trudy, Julia, Richard and
Miguel Angel. To me it was an honor to be on the trip and working on such
dynamic levels. I will be on every trip until 2012.
Kathy Watt, Calgary, Alberta (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
Every step, every breath, and every heartbeat in the Yucatan was sacred and
unlocked another piece of my true soul essence. I have a sense of freedom within
my physicality that has never existed for me....I released years of trauma. I
feel as though I am floating in a void of possibilities and not restricted by
the past. I can't wait for my self-limiting mind to catch up to this new
freedom.
Sheryl Watson, (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
Edmonton, Alberta
My experience was life changing on your tour. I went with no expectations and
came away feeling I needed to share the Mayan messages with everyday people to
help them wake up to the natural cycles of life. I wrote down all the ceremonies
and plan to repeat them on our mountain. Miguel's message was loud and clear
that we need to wake up and recognize our ancestors, send them love and heed
their warnings. The ceremonies were awesome and my awakening secured. The
sacredness of the sites that we visited in the jungles and on the normal tourist
trips were awe inspiring. Opening our chakra systems and recognizing the
intellect of the Mayans makes one wonder why their knowledge lay dormant for so
long. I plan on going next year with my husband and every year after that until
there is no need to travel.
Linda Strom-Medvitz, (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
El Cajon, CA
The trip was above and beyond anything that I could have perceived. I went with
no expectations but with an open heart. Richard was amazing as always and Miguel
Angel was a gift beyond measure. All the ceremonies were insightful and brought
great spiritual growth for me. I can hardly wait for next year!! I do not
believe that anyone can go on a journey like that and remain unchanged. The
group was great and I believe that many of us will remain lifelong friends.
Eva-Marie Saumier, (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
Banff, Alberta
I set out a year ago to find a trip my daughter Luc and I could take that would
provide us with a lasting memory of our last year living together. My little
puma finishes school this year and plans to move on to greater places than
Rockyford. As budgets are tight in my world, I wanted a trip that offered an
educational and unique experience for both of us. This trip served up far more
than either of us expected I think. It was more than a glimpse of Mayan culture
and history; it was a healing journey for both of us and tackled some things we
both needed to ditch to move into our future(s) whole and centered. We will keep
our memories of a wonderful trip with wonderful people to a mysterious land. I
send a big heart chakra hug to Sacred Earth Journeys and all involved in
organizing and executing this trip.
Claudette Lacombe (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
Rockyford, Alberta
Maya Sacred Path to 2012 was more than a trip; it was a life transforming event
that brought the true beauty of the Maya in to focus as no one else could. The
guides were knowledgeable, and approachable in the way that one would approach a
long time friend, and it attracted the kind of people that are likely to be
friends long after the trip is done.
Tim Snodgrass (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
El Cajon, CA
In my many travels, I found this to be the most interesting tour I have ever
been on. There was a lot of information covered during the days there, yet it
left me wanting more. That's a good thing! It was an amazing journey into the
past and the future. It was so spiritually enlightening that I relive the
experience every day through my memories and my photo's. I thank Sacred Earth
Journeys and all of those who were instrumental in putting the journey together.
Also not to forget the others who came on the trip and experienced the journey.
They too made the journey complete. What a ride!
Al Domingo, (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
Salinas, CA
The temples, land, and people interaction was more than I expected. Having a
great local guide in Don Miguel Angel was a blessing. His knowledge, passion and
dedication to his mission provided us with an experience beyond a vacation. Time
and place were transcended!
Luis Aguirre (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
San Antonio, Texas
How do you begin to explain a mind blowing, mind bending, heart opening,
experience in just mere words?? I started out with the feeling that I had not a
lot to offer the group. As we progressed through each of the Sites and Chakra's,
I became stronger and stronger. Fears melted away. My heart was open to the
Group and the Universe. I began to hold space. My shoulder was available to
those who needed a helping hand traversing some of the sites. The same shoulder
was available to those who were processing their own fears to hold them, breath
with them, let my energy flow through. What a feeling to be connected with
another Human and the Universe. I have been telling Donna in the past I don't
feel this energy that you all are talking about and many have told me I posses a
great deal of. NOW I believe. I felt it at many sites but at Chichen Itza it
really became evident. I have a picture of me plastered with my back up against
the wall. I am breathing in and trying to give energy back to the pyramid IT
WON'T LET ME!!!! It is pushing my hands out from the wrists then almost to my
elbows. The picture shows this glowing area at my Heart Chakra. Call it just the
way the sun is shining, etc. Call it just my imagination but to me is was
really, really real. I think I was just about the oldest member of the Group. I
will be 75 my next birthday. As people found out my age all said age has nothing
to do with it. Your energy, holding space within the group etc. was what
counted.
We observed many, many tour groups JUST LOOKING at the Temples, etc. Yes we to
saw the magnificence of the temples and the knowledge of the ages contained.
More importantly, this was truly a SACRED JOURNEY but not one just outward, but
inward, penetrating deeply into the very crevices of the mind and heart, peeling
away all facades, exposing the real you and your potential and responsibility to
offer healing to the earth. To share wisdom with others at your level of
understanding at this time. Knowing that it is only a beginning of my journey
that will continue during this lifetime.
Harry Bair (The Bear) (Maya Sacred Path to 2012 - Dec/06)
La Mesa, CA
The only true way to impress you with the value of taking a trip like this to
the Yucatan is to have you go yourself. Only a first-hand experience can truly
convey the wisdom and cosmic knowledge the Maya people had. We are all Maya,
returned to this place in this time, to build a harmonious and eager
understanding of our true nature. I have gleaned much understanding from this
trip, and will be adding to my teachings in the future. We were fortunate enough
to have Miguel Angel Vergara, Ph.D., a Mayan Master Teacher, with us. We did
authentic Mayan ceremony at the top of the pyramid at Chichen Itza, and several
ceremonies at sites, including Loltun, Uxmal, and Ek Balam. Miguel explained to
us his understanding of the true meaning of many of the Mayans philosophies and
teachings. As you hear me say: "95% of all communication is energy, not verbal
or physical;" so it is with the Yucatan peninsula. We are very fortunate that
Helen Tomei, the owner of Sacred Earth Journeys, has the desire to build such
wonderful spiritual journeys. She came along on our travels, and our group
bonded instantly and made our experiences only stronger. You cannot go on a trip
like this and not experience fundamental changes in your character and
understanding of our nature.
Richard Jelusich, Ph.D.
Tour Leader - Journey to the Land of the Maya - Oct/05
San Diego, CA
I know you don't need my words to convey how much I loved this trip, Helen. When
I wasn't having fun with everybody, I was in calm, reverent beingness. The whole
trip was perfect - you, Richard Jelusich, Miguel Angel, Trudy, Julia, our driver
Victor Manuel, the hotels, food (especially mangoes!), and most of all the
selection of sacred sites and how Miguel taught us so much about them (which of
course was teaching us about ourselves and who we really are). And who could
guess we'd get to swim, leap and play in a sublime, other-worldly cenote?! What
a multi-dimensional journey altogether. Thank you so much for your part in
making the magic happen, Helen. You and the other tour leaders made me feel
totally supported and taken care of.
Kathleen Ludwig (Journey to the Land of the Maya - Oct/05)
Calgary, Alberta
I loved the trip!!! It was so much more than I expected, thank you so much for
supplying all the little extras, like the horse drawn carts, and having water on
hand in the bus, they were really nice little touches. The hotels were
beautiful, much nicer than I expected, food was out of this world, service was
top notch, didn't meet a person I didn't like. The Mayan sites were mindboggling.
Miguel Angel is truly an angel, one of the kindest and most focused men I've met
in my life. Trudy & our driver Guillermo were wonderful, we all became fast
friends. All in all, I LOVED it, and almost can't believe it really happened.
Thank you Sacred Earth Journeys!
Kathy Crone (Journey to the Land of the Maya - Oct/05)
Las Vegas, Nevada
I can't think of any way to improve that trip to Mexico. It was outstanding in
everyway. I loved the variety of accommodations. Miguel Angel, Trudy, the
drivers, all did an excellent job. I wouldn't want to have missed any of the
Mayan sites, and the cenote at Chichen Itza was amazing. I came home so happy -
it was absolutely wonderful. I liked staying in Merida as well. Helen you did an
outstanding job. Now I want to go to Peru next. The best of everything to you!
Donna Hunt (Journey to the Land of the Maya - Oct/05)
Lethbridge, Alberta
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About Your Tour Leader
Miguel Angel Vergara Calleros, Ph.D.
Miguel Angel studied for 17 years with Mayan elder, Don Vincente Martin, who was
a wisdom keeper, professional teacher and artist. Miguel Angel is also a master
in his own right, known as Master Nazul, and teaches seminars in Mexico and
abroad on Mayan astronomy, philosophy, calendar, glyphs & symbols, medicine,
cosmovision, traditions and prayers, ceremonies and healing.
Miguel Angel shows us how to connect with the masters of light who are still at
the sacred sites waiting to teach and guide us now, as in ancient times. He
conducts tours to these Mayan sites so that people can experience first hand the
powerful activating energies of those areas. His knowledge and experience makes
the journey come alive as you begin to understand how the messages were
imprinted, what the glyphs mean, what uses the buildings had, and how ceremonies
were conducted.
Miguel Angel has been studying, teaching, and living the Maya wisdom for over
twenty- five years. He teaches in a heart-centered style that connects rapidly
and profoundly with his audience. Those who experience him realize they are in
the presence of a master and are being given an extraordinary gift.
He enjoys collaborating with other teachers and is always interested in learning
more. He is a joy to work with and is generous with both his knowledge and his
time.
Miguel Angel Vergara is the author of several books on the Maya including two on
Chichen Itza and a recent book on the Maya Goddesses and the role of women in
the ancient Maya culture.
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Tour Summary
Day 1 Sun, Nov
25 Arrive Merida
Day 2 Mon, Nov 26 To Uxmal and opening ceremony
Day 3 Tue, Nov 27 Chakmultun
Day 4 Wed, Nov 28 Labnah, Xlapak/Sayil/Sta. Elena
Day 5 Thu, Nov 29 Kabah/Uxmal
Day 6 Fri, Nov 30 To Chichen Itza/Cenote swim
Day 7 Sat, Dec 1 Chichen Itza/To Merida
Day 8 Sun, Dec 2 Free day/Sunday Markets in Merida
Day 9 Mon, Dec 3 Depart Merida
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Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1 Sun, Nov 25: Arrive Merida
Arrive in Merida and transfer to your hotel in the historic center of Merida.
Since many of you will be coming on the Continental flight from Houston which
arrives after nine at night we will have the introductions tomorrow morning.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Merida)
Day 2 Mon, Nov 26: Uxmal and the Opening Ceremony (B, L)
Travel to the Puuc Region and the ancient Maya site of Uxmal. Participate in our
opening ceremony where Miguel Angel will call in the four directions and ask the
Maya spirits for permission to enter their sites and protection for us during
our journey through their sacred lands.
Enjoy exploring the many mysteries of the site of Uxmal. Listen, as we sit at
the base of the Pyramid of the Magician, while Miguel Angel tells us the legend
of how Uxmal was created out of the mists by a dwarf, hatched from an egg. Visit
the Temple of Venus. Meditate in the Nunnery Quadrangle after Miguel Angel
explains some of the symbolism in these richly decorated buildings. Walk through
the ball court and then climb up to the Governor’s Palace, considered by many to
be the most beautiful of the ancient Maya structures. Climb to the top of the
Grand Pyramid for a bird’s eye view of this incredible site.
Join Richard this evening for his lecture on The Chakra System and the Maya.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Uxmal)
Day 3 Tue, Nov 27: Chakmultun and the First Chakra (B, L)
Travel through the rich fertile lands of southern Yucatan to the town of
Oxcutzcab. The market here is famous for their mountains of fruit on display.
This fruit is grown locally and in November it is citrus season so you will see
huge piles of lemons, limes, grapefruit and many different kinds of oranges.
Not far from Oxcutzcab is the Maya site of Chakmultun. This out-of-the-way site
is where we will start our work by cleansing the first, or ‘root’, Chakra.
Joining us at Chakmultun is Maya shaman Don Jose. We first create a circle in
the shaded area in front of the main temple, then Don Jose, with the help of
Miguel Angel, will work with us individually and as a group to balance and
cleanse our energy, and heal us on many levels. Don Jose’s work is quite
profound.
Join us for a group session this evening. This is your opportunity to ask
questions and share your experiences of the day with our group leaders.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Uxmal)
Day 4 Wed, Nov 28: Labnah, Xlapak, Sayil & Sta. Elena – Second, Third, Fourth
& Fifth
Chakras (B, L)
Travel to the Maya site of Labnah where we will walk along a Sac Be (white road)
and through a beautifully decorated Maya arch.Miguel Angel
will lead us in meditations and rituals to help balance and cleanse the second
or ‘sacral’ chakra at this ancient Maya site.
Xlapak and the Third Chakra
We visit the site of Xlapak for the work on the third Chakra. Participate in
meditations and ritual led by Miguel Angel to help us clear and
balance the third, or ‘solar plexus’ Chakra.
Sayil and the Fourth Chakra
Move next to the site of Sayil with its beautiful palace for work on the fourth
or ‘heart’ chakra. Participate in some special heart opening exercises.
Sta. Elena and the Fifth Chakra
For our work on the sixth or ‘throat’ Chakra we go to a completely different and
very special Maya site. Sta. Elena is a Catholic church built on the base of a
Maya temple. This is a truly unique experience.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Uxmal)
Day 5 Thu, Nov 29: Kabah & Uxmal – Sixth & Seventh Chakras (B, L)
Climb the ancient stone steps at Kabah to view the wall of Chaak masks. Chaak is
the Maya Lord of the Rain. Then follow the path to the Maya Arch where, with
meditations and rituals led by Richard and Miguel Angel, we will work to balance
and cleanse the sixth chakra, the ‘third eye’.
Uxmal and the Seventh Chakra:
This is the final Chakra to clear. The seventh or ‘crown’ Chakra completes this
part of our work and we have returned to Uxmal, where we started, to do this.
Join Miguel Angel this evening for his lecture: The Maya Prophecies: Connection
with Lemuria and Atlantis
(Overnight Hotel Mision Uxmal)
Day 6 Fri, Nov 30: Chichen Itza and a Cenote Swim (B, L)
Say goodbye to the hilly Puuc region as we travel now to Chichen Itza. Swim in
the refreshing waters of the Ik’il cenote, a sacred Maya pool connected
underground to the site of Chichen Itza. Enjoy lunch at their excellent buffet
and then check in to the hotel for a little rest.
Return to Ik’il for a private candle lit ceremony. Miguel Angel will lead us in
the Maya ritual along with shaman Don Florencio. We will receive a Maya blessing
from the shaman to complete the work we have done over the last week.
(Overnight Villas Archeological Chichen)
Day 7 Sat, Dec 1: Chichen Itza to Merida (B, L)
We have the whole morning to visit the site of Chichen Itza with Miguel Angel.
Have a look at the Observatory where the Maya studied the stars, visit the ball
court, the sacred cenotes, and the pyramid of Kukulkan.
We will enjoy a special farewell lunch at the Hacienda Chichen before we head
back to Merida.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Merida)
Day 8 Sun, Dec 2: Merida (B)
It is Sunday and your free day in Merida. Enjoy the markets and Sunday
entertainment of Merida en Domingo. The streets in the center of the city are
closed to traffic and there is a craft fair, food vendors and lots of
entertainment. This is the time to shop for gifts and to relax and enjoy the
local flavor of Merida.
(Overnight Hotel Mision Merida)
Day 9 Mon, Dec 3: Depart Merida
Transfer to the Merida airport for your flight home.
Tour Inclusions & Price:
Tour Includes:
- First class hotel accommodation throughout (8 nights)
- Hotel taxes
- Baggage handling at the hotels (1 bag per person
- Tips for maid service at the hotels
- Round trip airport transfers
- All tour related transportation in Mexico
- Tour Leader Miguel Angel Vergara throughout the tour
- Fees and gratuities to Tour Leaders
- All site entrance fees
- Seven (7) breakfasts and Six (6) lunches
Added Features:
- Travel with author and Maya Master Teacher, Miguel Angel Vergara
- Special lecture with Miguel Angel:
The Maya Prophecies: Connection with Lemuria and Atlantis
- Participate in meditations, rituals and ceremonies at the Maya sites
- Special candle lit ceremony & swim at Ik’il Cenote at Chichen Itza
- Experience ancient Maya rituals and ceremonies with local shamans
- Visits to eight important Mayan sites
- Farewell Lunch
Tour does not include:
- Airfare to Merida (ask us for suggestions)
- Cancellation & Medical Insurance (ask us for a quote)
- Meals/drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Tips for the drivers
- Items of a personal nature, or any items not specified as being included
Tour Price
Tour Price Per Person (Land Only) Single Supplement
USD $2270.00 USD $450.00
Note: The Single Room Supplement applies ONLY for those who would like to secure
a private room throughout the tour, at the indicated additional price. If you
are not traveling with anyone you know and would like to share a room we will be
happy to find a suitable roommate. Per our Terms and Conditions, registration
for the tour will be held open until two weeks before the departure date in
order to try to match everyone with a roommate. If by that date we have not been
able to match you with a suitable roommate, you will be responsible to pay for
the single supplement. An early registration will facilitate this process.
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