Ancient Peru Tour
Plus, enjoy a private visit to see the Nazca Mummies.
May 16 - May 29, 2026
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Are you ready for an exhilarating adventure to Peru with Dr Robert Schoch Ph.D. that includes a rare private visit to see the Nazca Mummies?
Experience the wonders and mysteries with our host speaker, renowned geologist and author Robert Schoch, Ph.D., accompanied by his wife Catherine Ulissey. Throughout the tour, with Dr. Schoch's expertise, you will examine first-hand the majestic archaeological sites in Peru and discuss the possibility that many could have their origins in the remote prediluvian period and were re-appropriated and re-used by later civilizations.
You will be in excellent hands with our dedicated guide. Jorge Luis Delgado, descendant of the Incas and Aymara native culture is a Chakaruna. For 30 years his award-winning tour company has been leading people on memorable journeys to sacred sites. We will be staying at his Taypikala Hotels located in stunning Andean power spots.
Greet the morning sun amongst the glorious vistas of Machu Picchu one of the new 7 wonders of the world. A well kept secret by the Quechua people of the region and hidden from the world for centuries. Archaeologist Hiram Bingham led by an 11 year old boy saw the ancient city for the first time in 1911 and world wide attention was brought to this magnificent feat of architecture indicating the presence of an advanced civilization.
We will have a special private visit to see and learn about the mysteries of the anomalous humanoid mummies discovered in the desert near Nazca Peru. Leading researchers exploring the mysteries, say the Nazca Mummies may be the greatest scientific discovery of our time.
Ollantaytambo, an archaeological gem at the confluence of the Patakancha and Urubamba Rivers, showcases terraced ruins and Incan-style houses. This site, described variously as a fortress, temple, or royal estate, exemplifies advanced agricultural engineering, featuring massive polyhedron boulders and trapezoidal doorways. A hike up seven levels leads to the Sun God Temple, home to six monumental rose rhyolite granite monoliths, each weighing 50 tons. The summit known as the Temple Of The Air offers breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley, inviting you to imagine soaring on the wind like a condor. Ollantaytambo is a captivating journey through the brilliance of a lost civilization.
Amaru Muru also known as “Hayu Marca or Willka Uta: “Place of the sun or gate of the gods.” This magnanimous rock structure is surrounded by mystery and ancient legends. A stunning doorway is carved into the ancient rock wall and faces east, toward Lake Titicaca, the Island of the Sun in Bolivia and the distant, sacred snow-capped mountains.
In Nazca, we reconnect with the profound mystery of an ancient culture that etched wisdom into the desert — each design pulsing with its own frequency. At the heart of this civilization lies Kawachi, the main ceremonial city. Its name asks, “Where do you see?” and “Where are you seen?” — inviting the timeless question: Who were these lines made for, if not for those who could fly?
We’ll fly over the iconic Nazca Lines, visible only from above. Von Daniken claims that aliens landed in the Nazca Desert back when humans were still evolving from primitive beings. When the alien vehicles touched down, they gouged tracks into the desert plain.
According to his theory, the ancient Nazcan natives would have believed that these lines were made by the "fiery chariots of the sky gods." They carefully preserved the tracks the "gods' chariots” had made and even extended them in all directions, potentially viewing them as pathways or landing pads for future alien visits.
Among the designs: a monkey, dog, whale, and soaring birds like the condor, hummingbird, and heron. Most mysterious of all: the “Astronaut,” a wide-eyed figure carved into the hillside.
Surrounded by sweeping lines and sacred geometry, this visit is more than a stop — it’s a deep encounter with the unseen wisdom of the ancients.
In the arid desert plains of southern Peru, the mysterious Nazca Mummies await—silent witnesses to a forgotten age and stewards of a deeper cosmic story. Discovered in subterranean tombs near the Nazca Lines, these preserved beings spark both awe and wonder, raising profound questions about our place in the universe.
Our time at ICA University with the main researchers of these enigmatic mummies will be unique and deeply informative. Leading researchers exploring these mysteries, say the Nazca Mummies may be the greatest scientific discovery of our time. Come with an open heart and an open mind as we seek connection with the timeless wisdom carried by the desert winds and the beings who once walked among the stars.
Huacachina: Oasis of Legend
Hidden among towering sand dunes, Huacachina is a natural desert oasis formed by underground springs. According to legend, it was created by the tears of a heartbroken Incan princess. Her sorrow gave birth to the lagoon—earning it the name “Huacachina,” or “weeping woman” in Quechua.
We arrive in Cusco, carried by the blessings of the Aguas—multi-dimensional beings embodied in the sacred, snow-capped peaks. These majestic mountains offer a powerful soul-opening, inviting us into deeper connection with spirit and self.
Following ancient energetic lines, we journey into the Sacred Valley, a fertile, luminous region long known as the spiritual heart of the Andes. Cradled by the towering Apus and nourished by the sacred Urubamba River, the valley holds a timeless energy that awakens and transforms.
En route to Urubamba—the “Fields of Light”—we pause in Chinchero, a vibrant weaving village where women carry forward ancestral textile traditions using natural dyes and ancient techniques.
Here, we take part in a traditional Kintu ceremony, offering three coca leaves to the mountain spirits, guided by Mama Cuca as we send our heartfelt intentions from the inner Sun to the unseen world.
Our day ends at Taypikala Retreat Center, a serene sanctuary on the banks of the Urubamba River. Surrounded by beauty and peace, we settle in, connect with the land, and begin to receive the healing gifts of the Sacred Valley.
As the morning light bathes the Sacred Valley in gold, we depart our hotel and begin our day by tracing the winding flow of the Urubamba River, lifeblood of the Sacred Valley, until we arrive at the majestic terraces and temples of Pisac. The ancient stonework, aligned with constellations, speaks the language of the stars. The air here carries memory, encoded with the whispers of the Apukunas—the mountain spirits who serve as protectors, teachers, and healers. We walk in ceremony with these mountain beings, feeling their silent presence as we honor them.
From Pisac, we journey towards Cusco, pausing at one of the most breathtaking feats of ancient engineering and spiritual power: Saqsaywaman. Towering stones, some weighing over 100 tons, fit together in perfect harmony—silent giants that echo with thunder and light. This sacred site, shaped in the form of a puma, once hosted the most important ceremonies of the Inca calendar, including the Inti Raymi, or Festival of the Sun.
Saqsaywaman is a temple of lightning, dedicated to Illapa, deity of thunder, rain, and celestial fire. Here, we attune to the primal forces of the sky. As the wind moves through the stones, many feel a surge of clarity, power, or ancestral connection. It is a place to stand strong, remember our sacred path, and open to the cosmos above.
Our final destination of the day is a hidden gem known mostly to local wisdom keepers: Illiapata, the Altar of Light. Tucked in the hills outside of Cusco, this energetic sanctuary rests along powerful ley lines, and according to Andean mythology, it is built upon space stones—celestial rocks gifted by star beings in ancient times.
Here, in a land untouched by modern distraction, we engage in the Solar Practice of the Sunflower. Facing the sun, we align with its codes, breathing in its golden wisdom, allowing our inner light to expand. This is a practice of radiance, of harmonizing with our solar consciousness.
Many who journey here report visions, heightened frequencies, or a profound stillness that stays with them long after leaving.
Today is a day of deep reconnection. Through the sacred sites of Pisac, Saqsaywaman, and Illiapata, we walk between worlds—between stone and star, earth and sky, self and soul. This is an experience you will never forget.
Follow the ley lines from the heart of Cusco to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca—these invisible energy pathways that connect Earth’s ancient power places. We journey not only across land, but through portals of memory and spirit, traveling toward the “Birthplace of the Sun,” where the children of the Sun once rose.
Along the way, we pass through mystical landscapes. One of our key stops is Tinajani Canyon, a hidden gem infused with Incan memory. Here, immense red rock formations rise like ancient sentinels among quiet alpaca farms. The name Tinajani weaves Spanish and Quechua together—tinaja meaning “vessel,” and ni, a Quechua plural—describing the stone "people" carved over millennia by glaciers, volcanic activity, wind, and rain. These “stone people” stand watch over pre-Columbian chullpas, wild puya forests, and a natural amphitheater where spirits still gather. If time and spirit allow, we may be invited into a hidden sanctuary within the canyon—a secret place that channels the light that awakens all it touches.
Our destination: the mighty Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world at 12,500 feet above sea level. Straddling Peru and Bolivia, it is revered in Incan lore as the birthplace of their civilization. Ask yourself: Is your soul ready to return? Can you hear the call of the ancestors? Are you ready for their wisdom?
We settle into our Taypikala lakeside hotel, gazing out over the sacred waters—ready for the next chapter of the awakening.
At Inka Camaña, we arrive at a sacred place of deep connection—a center of cosmic vitality where we attune to the great cosmic order. Here, through ceremony and intention, we harmonize what the Andean traditions call the seven relationships: the connection with our mother, our father, our children, our family, our community, our past and personal story, and our future—still unseen, yet already unfolding. This is a place to open the heart to Amar Kawsay—a life lived in love, service, and wisdom.
From here, our journey leads us to one of the most powerful energetic sites in the Andes: the Interdimensional Gateway of Lord Aramu Muru. Also known as Ajayu Marka or Willka Uta—the House of the Ancient Spirits—this is more than a rock formation. It is said to be a dimensional doorway used by the Ancient Ones, a place where the veils between worlds grow thin.
We follow the sacred path, offering tribute to the Puma, walking along the great Serpent’s back, and arriving at the Condor—a symbol of divine vision and higher consciousness—at the Aramu Muru Doorway.
This sacred portal remained hidden for generations until it was revealed in a dream to Peruvian guide and mystic Jorge Luis Delgado. When he shared the vision with his elders, they recognized it as a call from Spirit. Guided by their wisdom, Jorge Luis re-discovered this powerful site and stepped into his sacred responsibility to share it with the world.
Here, we will hold a special ceremony to help us align with the powerful vortex energy and prepare to enter the portal—not just with our bodies, but with our consciousness. This is a place of personal revelation and cosmic remembrance.
In Peru, every sacred site has layers—seen and unseen. As we open ourselves to the spirit of the land, we honor all aspects of this holy place and the wisdom it holds.
As we cross the sacred waters of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world we step into a space of deep ancestral wisdom and healing. This powerful body of water holds stories far older than history—echoes from the times of Lemuria and the Ancient Ones.
We begin with a visit to the Uros Floating Reed Islands, marvels of human ingenuity and cultural resilience. Built by hand from the totora reeds that grow in the lake, these islands are home to communities who have preserved their traditional ways of life for centuries. From here, we journey onward by boat to Taquile or Amanti Island.
Taquile Island is a place of deep spiritual resonance and extraordinary textile artistry, where intricate woven works tell the stories of nature, cosmic cycles, and ancestral knowledge. The people of Taquile follow sacred principles of Ayni (reciprocity), Munay (love), and Llank'ay (sacred work), living in balance with the sun, moon, and stars. Here, we can tune into the land’s frequencies and open ourselves to spiritual insights.
Amantani Island, known as the “Island of Love,” where peace and tranquility permeate the air. This island holds ancient ceremonial sites like the Pachamama (Mother Earth) and Pachatata (Father Earth) temples, which are thought to have been used for pre-Inkan agricultural and solar ceremonies. These sacred spaces are set atop the island’s hills, offering powerful energy and stunning views of the surrounding lake.
The terraces that cover the island are remnants of ancient pre-Inkan agricultural practices, ingeniously designed to manage water and soil erosion. These terraces, still used by the locals, represent a living testament to the island’s deep connection with the earth and its ability to sustain its people through sustainable, ancestral farming methods.
Amantani also carries astronomical significance, with its sacred hills believed to align with cosmic cycles. Local ceremonies held during the solstices celebrate the balance of masculine and feminine energies, reflecting the Inkan dualistic worldview. This is a place where past and present merge, and the living archaeology of Amantani continues to guide the spiritual life of its people.
Here, we have an opportunity to release ancestral imprints and unresolved energies—whether from past lives, familial history, or karmic connections—opening ourselves to deeper clarity and peace.
This is more than just a visit to beautiful islands; it is a profound opportunity to reconnect with ancient energies, heal, and align with the land’s sacred rhythms.
Our sacred journey brings us to two powerful ceremonial sites—Sillustani and Inka Tunuwiri—each a portal to ancient wisdom, cosmic connection, and deep personal transformation.
At Sillustani, a mystical peninsula on the shores of Lake Umayo, we encounter a place where the veil between worlds is thin. Towering chullpas—ancient funerary towers built by the Colla people—stand aligned with the stars, holding sacred codes of rebirth and transition. Here, we gather at the Temple of Fire, a powerful energy vortex connected to the Cosmic Spiral, to release fear and reconnect with the soul’s original design of joy, clarity, and light.
We will also participate in the Solar Disc Imposition Ceremony, a profound Andean ritual that awakens our divine remembrance as children of the Sun—beings meant to live clear, radiant, and luminous lives. According to legend, this land once held the peace accord after an ancient intergalactic war, sealing it with harmonizing energy that still resonates today.
Nearby, we journey to Inka Tunuwiri, a sacred hill outside Puno crowned with stones from the ancient Pukara culture. This ceremonial site is a living sanctuary, where locals still make offerings to Pachamama in the spirit of gratitude and healing. Influenced by the Tiwanaku civilization, its traditions reflect a deep alignment with the Earth and cosmos.
At Inka Tunuwiri, we’ll engage in an ancestral offering ceremony, tuning into energetic grids said to run through Lake Titicaca and beyond. As we walk the land, we remember the timeless connection between Earth and Stars, grounding ancient frequencies into our own bodies and hearts.
Together, these two sites offer a sacred space for remembrance, activation, and deep inner work—a return to who we truly are.
In the highlands of Peru, we visit one of the lesser-known yet deeply mysterious sites—the Pre-Inka Crop Circles, a landscape shaped by ancient wisdom and cosmic connection. These enigmatic formations offer a glimpse into a time before the Inka, when the ancestors walked in harmony with both Pachamama (Mother Earth) and the Stars.
Scientifically, these circular land formations are linked to an advanced pre-Inkan agricultural technique known as Waru Waru. Ingeniously designed, these systems used water channels surrounding raised beds to retain warmth and moisture, creating a microclimate that protected crops from frost and drought. This was a technology of sustainability, long before modern science understood such balance.
Yet, to the awakened soul, these circles are more than functional—they are portals of sacred geometry, expressions of divine design. Many believe they are messages or signs left by the Space Brothers—beings of higher intelligence who shared their wisdom with the ancient people of the Andes. The formations echo the 'Eye of the Mother', a cosmic symbol of divine awareness, forever open to the heavens, receiving and transmitting rays of sacred light.
Each circle also reflects the energy of the Muyoc, one of the expressions of the Divine in Andean cosmology, embodying the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth. The Law of the Circle—the sacred principle of continuity and unity—is alive in this land.
Standing among these formations, we are invited to feel their harmonic vibration, to remember our connection to the Earth and the stars, and to awaken the memory of who we are as beings of light, part of a greater cosmic family.
Located just outside Lima, Pachacamac is one of Peru’s most important spiritual and archaeological sites. Once a major religious center for the Lima, Wari, and Ichma cultures, and later integrated into the Inca Empire, this site spans over 500 hectares and features monumental adobe pyramids, including the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of Pachacamac.
Pachacamac was revered as the home of the god Pachacamac, the creator deity who governed earthquakes and the underworld. Pilgrims from across the Andes journeyed here to consult the sacred oracle, seeking divine guidance. The site’s power and spiritual resonance continue to attract those looking to reconnect with ancient wisdom.
Walking the Pyramid Circuit, we align with the cosmic cycles and the deep, ancient energies that have shaped the land for centuries, offering a profound opportunity to connect with the wisdom of the ancestors and the spiritual forces of the earth.
Dr. Robert Schoch, prolific bestselling author, is renowned for his groundbreaking research studying ancient civilizations from a geological and anthropological perspective, Dr. Schoch earned his Ph.D., in Geology and Geophysics from Yale University. Schoch’s research challenges conventional chronologies and interpretations of ancient history, particularly regarding our understanding of the development of civilization.
In the early 1990s, Schoch demonstrated through studies of the origins of the Great Sphinx of Egypt that civilization can be dated to a much earlier period than standardly believed. Since then, he has expanded his studies to sites around the world, including in Turkey, India, Easter Island, Peru, and Bolivia. He asserts that civilization is not a mere 5000 or 6000 years old; instead, it dates back to the end of the last ice age some 12,000 years ago.
Dr. Robert Schoch's books include Forgotten Civilization (revised and expanded, 2021), Origins of the Sphinx, The Parapsychology Revolution, and the children’s book, co-created with his wife, Adriana and the Ancient Mysteries: The Great Sphinx.
Jorge Luis is a chakaruna embodying the wisdom of light of the Inka and Aymara culture which is very profound. In practice this makes the visit to each power place not only have a physical dimension, but transcends, so that people can experience other planes of manifestation, other deep and further dimensions.
Jorge reactivates the profound solar code within each soul, translating it into the principles of love, service, and wisdom—expressed through Munay (love), Llankay (service), and Yachay (wisdom). A beacon of light, Jorge is a guide who helps individuals weave the luminous threads emanating from the cosmos into a tapestry that illuminates the path to their hearts.
The Inca tradition has no separation between the physical and spiritual worlds and Jorge Luis Delgado is an expert at walking the path between both worlds.He received his early training from the Kallawaya shamans of the NE Lake Titicaca region, the lineage of the Wise Ones of the Andes, and from the Qero elders of Cusco, who are the last remaining tribal descendants of the Incas.
Jorge Luis brought to public attention the Aramu Muru Doorway, an inter-dimensional portal located in the Hayu Marca mountains. On the History Channel, he is featured in more than ten episodes of Ancient Aliens. We are honored to be journeying with a guide who has this caliber of knowledge and wisdom.
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