Exploring Your Inner Light: Sound, Movement, and Renewal in Norway with Helane

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Helane Marie Anderson is a multi-layered musician & composer, singer, pianist, harpist, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Her unique style of working with sound blends her years of studying healing modalities with contemporary music & sound healing. Helane is currently a featured sound meditation producer & artist for Apple Fitness +/ Platoon releasing more than 15 sound meditations in 2023-2024 available on all streaming platforms. Also in 2024, she co-produced and released an album of original songs and mantras entitled “Listen to the Trees” featuring 9 singles and 2 remixes, The Summit FM stated they “loved the music from the album and found it completely original - there’s else nothing like it!”

On Helane’s live performance, The San Francisco Classical Voice called the experience “remarkable” and continued, “the crystalline nature of Anderson’s voice — phased and overlaid with various instruments — was truly transcendent as tones layered on tones.“ She has been a featured sound healing artist leading workshops at renowned studios including The Mindry, the Olandar Foundation (Malibu), InsightLA Meditation, Soulplay Yoga, DisclosureFest and many more throughout the Los Angeles area. As a key member of the group Sonic Devas, she has performed at St. John’s Cathedral, BhaktiFest, The Center SF, The Portal, in Marin County, Yoga Soup in Santa Barbara and more.

On the wellness front, Helane is the best-selling author of You Are Meant to Sing! 10 Steps to Unlock Your Inner Voice, a transformational voice coach, certified Craniosacral Therapist & bodyworker, sound healer, yoga instructor, and teacher. She has served as adjunct faculty at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music for the past 14 years and was previously Artistic Administrator at the Los Angeles Philharmonic where she produced concerts at both Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Helane holds a Master of Arts degree from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance from Salem College. She also holds a certification in Sound Healing & Sound Therapy from the Globe Institute in San Francisco. Helane teaches her own courses in Sound Healing and Vocal Alchemy through her business Sacral Sounds which she founded in 2014.

Instagram: @helanemarieanderson
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Duration

7 days · 6 nights

Travel Date

June 9 – 15, 2025

Activity Level

Moderate

Group Size

Transportation

Group transportation

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Age range

18+

Travel interest

Relaxation, yoga, sound healing, community, nature, outdoors

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Norway>Exploring Your Inner Light: Sound, Movement, and Renewal in Norway with Helane

Explore a deeper connection to yourself with sound and nature in the land of the Midnight Sun. Open up to the light within while immersed in the mountains and fjords of Norway. You will experience daily sound bath sessions in the beautiful full-enclosed glass greenhouse, meditation, gentle yoga, daily saunas, connecting to your inner voice, kayaking on the fjords, guided hiking and plenty of time to relax, and recharge. You will also receive a private Craniosacral Therapy Session during the retreat allowing yourself to become fully immersed into the renewal of your nervous system. Join me and restore harmony within.

Please note: Schedule subject to changes.

Cancellation policy

Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.

Refunds for balance payment
If you cancel your trip on or before Mar 6, 2025 at 11:59 PM local time (GMT +2), you will get a refund of the remaining balance. This may or may not include the deposit amount. See deposit refund section above.

If you cancel your trip from Mar 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM local time (GMT +2) onwards, no refunds will be issued.

You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.

Trip disclaimer
To offer you the best deals and group rates, we need a minimum number of travelers to book this trip. If this number is not met, or an act of force majeure occurs, TourHero, the trip host, and the tour operator may make the call to cancel or reschedule. If the departure is canceled or rescheduled out of your control, you will be alerted by March 31, 2025 and will receive a full refund.

We recommend booking refundable flights/accommodations just in case. This protects you from losing your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, or any other cost associated with planning your trip.

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Duration

7 days · 6 nights

Travel Date

June 9 – 15, 2025

Activity Level

Moderate

Group Size

Transportation

Group transportation

Norway>Exploring Your Inner Light: Sound, Movement, and Renewal in Norway with Helane

Timeline

Day 1 · June 9, 2025 · Sylte
Arrive at Ålesund Airport
11:00 am: Group transfer from airport to accommodation
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Arrival and settling in at Meretes Garden / Optional sauna
6:00 pm: Opening session/drop-in
7:00 pm: Dinner
9:00 pm: Sound bath session
Day 2 · June 10, 2025 · Sylte
7:00 am: Meditation/gentle yoga
8:00 am: Breakfast
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Movement/voice/sound workshop
Lunch
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm: R&R time, craniosacral session, sauna
5:00 pm: Sound bath session
7:00 pm: Dinner
Day 3 · June 11, 2025 · Sylte
7:00 am: Meditation/gentle yoga
8:00 am: Breakfast
10:00 am - 3:00 pm: Guided hike (lunch included)
7:00 pm: Dinner
Day 4 · June 12, 2025 · Sylte
7:00 am: Meditation/gentle yoga
8:00 am: Breakfast
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Movement/voice/sound workshop
Lunch
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm: R&R time, craniosacral session, sauna
5:00 pm: Sound bath session
7:00 pm: Dinner
Day 5 · June 13, 2025 · Sylte
7:00 am: Meditation/gentle yoga
8:00 am: Breakfast
10:00 am - 3:00 pm: Kayaking in the Fjords (lunch included)
7:00 pm: Dinner
Day 6 · June 14, 2025 · Sylte
7:00 am: Meditation/gentle yoga
8:00 am: Breakfast
10:00 am - 12:00 pm: Movement/voice/sound workshop
Lunch
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm: R&R time, craniosacral session, sauna
5:00 pm: Sound bath session
7:00 pm: Dinner
Day 7 · June 15, 2025 · Departure
8:00 am: Group breakfast
9:00 am: Final group sound bath/closing circle
Check out of accommodation
10:00 am: Group transfer to Ålesund Airport
Journey ends

Details

Day 1 · June 9, 2025

Gently harmonize with the rhythms of the peaceful retreat space, our community, and yourself

-Welcome to Norway! After getting through immigrations, we'll make our way to Meretes Garden, our serene retreat center nestled amidst fjords and mountains.

-On arrival, take the time to unpack, unwind, and attune yourself to the tranquil surroundings. Let yourself begin to settle into the gentle rhythms of the retreat.

-In the evening, we'll gather in the glass-enclosed greenhouse for our first circle, a space to land fully in the moment and align our intentions for the retreat.

-End the day with a transcendent sound bath, designed to harmonize your frequency and restore your nervous system after your travels.

Day 2 · June 10, 2025

Attuning to your inner light

-Begin the day with a grounding meditation and gentle yoga flow to awaken your senses and align your body with the energies of the natural world.

-Following breakfast, explore the power of sound through the vibrations of your own voice and body in a movement, voice, and sound workshop.

-This afternoon, enjoy time to rest, take a walk in nature, or participate in a private craniosacral therapy session — a deeply restorative experience to release energetic blockages and balance your nervous system.

-In a sound bath session, we will journey inward to restore the body, mind, and spirit through the interplay of sound waves, vibrations, and stillness.

-End the day with a soulful, communal dinner filled with joy, love, and connection.

Day 3 · June 11, 2025

Exploring the wilderness within and around

-Awaken to the new day with mindful meditation and gentle yoga practice.

-After breakfast, set off for an immersive guided hike through the pristine fjords and mountains of Norway and listen deeply to the natural world around you.

-After a day spent exploring, gather for a delicious evening meal. Celebrate the adventure we shared and the connections we’re deepening — both with the land and within ourselves.

Day 4 · June 12, 2025

Finding flow through movement and sound

-As before, the day begins with a soothing blend of meditation and gentle yoga practice followed by a hearty breakfast.

-We'll continue exploring how movement, voice, and sound interact to create harmony within through a workshop.

-This afternoon is yours to unwind, integrate, and restore. Explore the peaceful surroundings, relax in the sauna, or gently reset in a craniosacral session.

-Just before dinner, allow yourself to be carried by the waves of sound as they wash over you in a sound bath session.

Day 5 · June 13, 2025

Flowing with nature in the fjords

-Today's morning meditation and yoga focuses on embodying flow and ease, preparing you to move with grace through the water and the experiences ahead.

-After breakfast, glide through the tranquil waters of Norway’s fjords on an immersive kayaking excursion.

-As you paddle, notice the rhythm of your breath matching the flow of the water, a reminder that life moves best when we embrace ease and alignment.

-After a day spent in nature, gather for a nourishing dinner and reflect on the beauty and stillness you encountered on the fjords.

Day 6 · June 14, 2025

Harmonizing body, mind, and spirit

-In our final morning meditation and yoga session, we'll reflect on the inner harmony cultivated throughout the retreat, tuning into your breath and movement as a unified flow.

-In our final movement, voice, and sound workshop, we'll unlock deeper layers of authenticity and healing by strengthening connections to our own inner rhythms.

-After lunch, spend the last full day luxuriating on the beautiful retreat grounds and enjoying its amenities.

-Cleanse your body and spirit of any residual tensions and negativity in a calming sound bath session and allow the reverberations of the universe to usher peace into your heart.

-End the day with a dinner in community, sharing reflections and gratitude for the transformative experiences of the past few days.

Day 7 · June 15, 2025

May the reverberations sounded out during the retreat power you on your journey forward

-Gather for a final breakfast as a retreat community and savor both the meal and connections made throughout the week.

-In our closing session, we come together for one last sound bath. The vibrations will help integrate the personal and collective transformations experienced during the retreat, leaving you with a deep sense of alignment and peace.

-Following the sound bath, the closing circle offers a sacred space to reflect, share final thoughts, and set intentions for life beyond the retreat.

-A group transfer will take you from Meretes Garden to Ålesund Airport.

-As you return home, may the sound, nature, and community of this week continue to inspire and uplift you on your path forward.

Accommodation

Meretes Garden
Located amidst the towering peaks of Valldal valley in Norway, Meretes Garden is a sanctuary out in nature. Converted from an old family farm, staying at Meretes Garden offers an authentic Norwegian experience. You'll stay in luxurious and spacious tents that are comfortable without compromising on your immersion in nature. Enjoy intimate meals in the kitchen and communal room, which used to be the old packing house. Relax through yoga in the glass greenhouse, which doubles as a yoga studio and workshop space. There is also a sauna and bathhouse where guests can relax and unwind in. Its unique location out in the valley means guests can quickly escape out to nature trails or enjoy outdoor activities amidst the beautiful landscape. Multiple room types and configurations available. See packages.

Included

6 nights in Meretes Garden
All meals
All activities described in the itinerary
One group airport arrival transfer at 11:00 am
One group airport departure transfer at 10:00 am
This itinerary is subject to changes

Not included

Flights
All food and drinks not mentioned in inclusions
Optional add-ons
Travel insurance
Gratuities

FAQ

What happens if I need to cancel my trip?

Please check the cancellation policy section on this itinerary page for specific details.

Will TourHero or the operator take care of my visa (if applicable)?

Travelers are responsible for researching visa requirements and obtaining a visa if needed. Please check government websites to ensure you have the necessary documents, along with passport requirements, before your departure date. This includes necessary transit visas, permits, and vaccinations required prior to travel and any required reciprocity fees for the destination. TourHero will provide a booking confirmation document after purchase, which may be needed to obtain a visa.

If your visa is denied for any reason, TourHero will issue a refund based on the cancellation policy. However, we are unable to provide a refund after the cancellation due date has passed.

Do I need a passport for this trip?

A full and valid passport is required for all persons traveling to any destination outside of one’s home country. Most international tours require a passport that's valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled end of your itinerary. TourHero will not issue refunds based on passport issues such as renewals or lost passports.

What's included in the price?

Please check the inclusion and exclusion sections above. You'll find information about included meals, transfers, flights, and activities. If you have any questions or need support, please contact hello@tourhero.com.

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