Adventures in the Inner and Outer Realms: Yoga & More in Tulum, Mexico with Stine
Your TourHero
Moving and feeling my own body has been always a need in my life. Physical activity was important to me since a child. I always wanted to explore and push my own limits. 'To discover your true potential, you first have to find your own limits and then you have to have the courage to cross them.' Yoga has been a part of my life for a long time. I found Bhakti Yoga at the age of 16, three years later I started practicing Asana. For me, yoga is more than just bodywork. It is a holistic approach to life that, in addition to physical exercise, also includes breathing techniques and meditation. This gives me deep access to my inner being. Healing and development is allowed to happen in this way.
So I quit my job at a design furniture manufacturer in 2013 and started from scratch. I have started to turn my passion into a profession. In 2014 I studied sports science and after 3 years of practical and theoretical training, I acquired a fitness trainer license A and B, as well as a personal trainer license. This was followed by the yoga teacher training to become an 1000hr+ advanced yoga teacher and meditation teacher with certification by the Yoga Alliance USA. As well as a training for basic massage therapist and Thai Yoga Massage therapist. In addition, I have a Movement Professional and a Blackroll Trainer license, a DAV climbing certificate and have completed a training as a CMAS ** diver. This year I discovered a new passion and started kite surfing.
I have been working as a freelance yoga teacher, personal trainer and group fitness trainer for several years. I also create my own workshops and retreats. In addition, my experience includes working as a mentor in various basic and advanced yoga teacher training courses.
My yoga style is a mix of Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Ashtanga and Yin Yoga in combination with Pranayama and Meditation. Every class or training is characterized by a creative, playful, intensive and loving handling of the body, which is rounded off by hands-on assists and ends in a deep relaxation to recharge body and mind.
Duration
7 days · 6 nights
Travel Date
Feb 1 – 7, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 15
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Wellness, yoga, meditation, adventure
Your Local Guide
Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel in Tulum is a self-sustaining, adults-only eco-village located deep in the Mayan jungle. They get their energy through solar panels and wind systems, and the cenotes in their subsoil provide them with pure and crystalline water - a truly ideal environment to disconnect from routine and connect with the Madre jungle. From weddings to wellness retreats, they encompass it all, offering you a truly relaxing and transformative experience in Mexico.
Tap into the spirit of adventure and get in touch with your higher self on this 7-day retreat in gorgeous Tulum, Mexico! Each day will incorporate a trinity of wellness exercises – yoga, meditation, and pranayama breathing techniques – designed to help you further your practice, your integrated health, and your understanding of your identity. Beyond this inner work, we will also embark on a number of adventures and activities that will allow you to connect with the local culture and the universe that surrounds you. A cenote tour, a quad bike excursion, temazcal and cacao ceremonies, and more will all contribute to your journey, unlocking new parts of your psyche and helping you grow into a more authentic, fully realized version of yourself. Book now to join us on this amazing retreat!
This retreat also includes all meals with a variety of health-focused options from the resort's menu. Traditional Mexican recipes as well as international favorites can both be found, and each meal has shareable and individual choices. While the menu varies, you can expect options like smoothies, omelettes, and enfrijoladas for breakfast; salad, risotto, and vegetable lasagna for lunch; and ceviche, gnocchi, and fried rice for dinner. Pescatarian options are also available.
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until November 28, 2023. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
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 fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by November 28, 2023 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
Moving and feeling my own body has been always a need in my life. Physical activity was important to me since a child. I always wanted to explore and push my own limits. 'To discover your true potential, you first have to find your own limits and then you have to have the courage to cross them.' Yoga has been a part of my life for a long time. I found Bhakti Yoga at the age of 16, three years later I started practicing Asana. For me, yoga is more than just bodywork. It is a holistic approach to life that, in addition to physical exercise, also includes breathing techniques and meditation. This gives me deep access to my inner being. Healing and development is allowed to happen in this way.
So I quit my job at a design furniture manufacturer in 2013 and started from scratch. I have started to turn my passion into a profession. In 2014 I studied sports science and after 3 years of practical and theoretical training, I acquired a fitness trainer license A and B, as well as a personal trainer license. This was followed by the yoga teacher training to become an 1000hr+ advanced yoga teacher and meditation teacher with certification by the Yoga Alliance USA. As well as a training for basic massage therapist and Thai Yoga Massage therapist. In addition, I have a Movement Professional and a Blackroll Trainer license, a DAV climbing certificate and have completed a training as a CMAS ** diver. This year I discovered a new passion and started kite surfing.
I have been working as a freelance yoga teacher, personal trainer and group fitness trainer for several years. I also create my own workshops and retreats. In addition, my experience includes working as a mentor in various basic and advanced yoga teacher training courses.
My yoga style is a mix of Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Ashtanga and Yin Yoga in combination with Pranayama and Meditation. Every class or training is characterized by a creative, playful, intensive and loving handling of the body, which is rounded off by hands-on assists and ends in a deep relaxation to recharge body and mind.
Duration
7 days · 6 nights
Travel Date
Feb 1 – 7, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 15
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Tap into the spirit of adventure and get in touch with your higher self on this 7-day retreat in gorgeous Tulum, Mexico! Each day will incorporate a trinity of wellness exercises – yoga, meditation, and pranayama breathing techniques – designed to help you further your practice, your integrated health, and your understanding of your identity. Beyond this inner work, we will also embark on a number of adventures and activities that will allow you to connect with the local culture and the universe that surrounds you. A cenote tour, a quad bike excursion, temazcal and cacao ceremonies, and more will all contribute to your journey, unlocking new parts of your psyche and helping you grow into a more authentic, fully realized version of yourself. Book now to join us on this amazing retreat!
This retreat also includes all meals with a variety of health-focused options from the resort's menu. Traditional Mexican recipes as well as international favorites can both be found, and each meal has shareable and individual choices. While the menu varies, you can expect options like smoothies, omelettes, and enfrijoladas for breakfast; salad, risotto, and vegetable lasagna for lunch; and ceviche, gnocchi, and fried rice for dinner. Pescatarian options are also available.
Timeline
- Day 1 · Tulum
- Arrive in Tulum
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- Check-in at Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 - 5:00 PM: Free time
- 5:00 - 6:30 PM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 6:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 2 · Tulum
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Free time
- 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 - 5:00 PM: Ice bath
- 5:00 - 6:30 PM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 6:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 3 · Tulum
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM: Quad bike adventure
- Lunch
- Free time
- 6:00 PM: Dinner
- 7:30 PM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- Day 4 · Tulum
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM: Cenotes Sac Actun tour
- Lunch
- Free time
- 6:00 PM: Dinner
- 7:30 PM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- Day 5 · Tulum
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Temazcal ceremony
- 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 - 6:00 PM: Cacao ceremony
- 6:30 - 8:00 PM: Dinner
- 8:00 PM: Bonfire night
- Day 6 · Tulum
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Free time
- 1:00 - 2:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 - 3:00 PM: Free time
- 3:00 - 4:30 PM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 5:00 - 6:30 PM: Cooking class
- 6:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 7 · Departure
- 7:30 - 9:00 AM: Yoga, meditation, pranayama
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Breakfast
- Check out of accommodation
- Group transfer from accommodation to airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
The journey begins in Tulum as you meet your instructor and fellow travelers
Open your eyes to a true paradise as you land in Tulum, Mexico! This beachy haven serves as a place for reflection, relaxation, and adventure – here, your soul can truly sing. After making your way to the accommodation, an eco-resort surrounded by a lush jungle landscape, you will settle in and begin greeting your fellow travelers over a delicious and nourishing lunch. Free time in the afternoon will then stretch out before you, allowing you time to rest, adjust, or explore. As evening begins to swirl in the sky, we'll meet for our first wellness session led by Stine. Combining yoga, meditation, and pranayama breathing techniques, you'll look inwards and take the first steps towards a healthier future. Finally, the day is made complete with dinner, a meal where you can laugh and bond with your new family.
Day 2
Cleanse your body and mind with an ice bath on day 2 of the retreat
Good morning! The early sunlight is filtering through the canopy above as the jungle comes to life. We will rise at 7:30 AM to attend the day's first wellness session. Breakfast will then lead into some afternoon free time, giving you a chance to make use of the property's many amenities. After lunch, we will continue our exploration of holistic health with an ice bath! Long thought to have a myriad of benefits, this ice bath will help combat physical fatigue while simultaneously sharpening your mental focus and uplifting your mood. And, hey, it's also just fun! Just like yesterday, the day will come to a close with more yoga, meditation, pranayama, and great food.
Day 3
Traverse the environment of Tulum with an exciting quad bike adventure
Greet the day and head to your morning wellness session with intention. Think about how you can center yourself with this time, finding inner peace and harmony. In the late morning, we'll head out on an exciting quad bike excursion that will allow you to traverse Tulum's amazing environment, savoring the beauty of nature while allowing your adventurous spirit to flourish. After plenty of time to zip along forest floors and verdant hills, we'll return to the accommodation so that you can fuel your body with lunch and fuel your soul with free time. Today, the day will end with another wellness session, allowing us to enter a state of deep relaxation before bed.
Day 4
Dive into the dazzling beauty of Cenotes Sac Actun
From its dense forests to its sparking shores, Tulum is a place of undeniable natural beauty. Today will give us a chance to dive deeply into this scenery with a visit to Cenote Sac Actun. This cave system is home to unbelievable geologic formations and pristine water. It's the perfect spot to stop and feel the understanding embrace of Mother Nature. Once you've made a thorough connection with this one-of-a-kind spot, it's back to the resort for free time, nourishing meals, and an evening wellness session.
Day 5
Draw from ancient shamanic wisdom during temazcal and cacao ceremonies
Today begins much like every other day of the retreat, with yoga, meditation, and pranayama. Our afternoon and evening, however, will be totally different. Drawing from the ancient shamanic wisdom of this area of Mexico, we will transform ourselves with powerful ceremonies. The first will be temazcal, a type of sweat lodge experience designed to help purify you of negativity, stress, and anything else that may be holding you back in life. Then, after lunch, we will have a cacao ceremony that will guide you into a meditative state. Before the day is over, we'll come together over a bonfire so that we can discuss the experiences of the day and gain a deeper understanding of how we have changed.
Day 6
Step into your higher self on the last full day of your retreat
Rise and shine! It's the last full day of the retreat, so get up and get ready to tackle these final activities with purpose. After our routine of wellness and breakfast, we'll have some free time that will allow you to truly appreciate our resort and the magic of Tulum. Take a swim in the pool, lay out in the sun, or just chat with the rest of the travelers. In the evening, we'll have our usual session of yoga, meditation, and pranayama before a cooking class that will introduce you to some mouthwatering recipes of the area. After eating our creations for dinner, it's off to bed to get a night of divinely rejuvenating rest before we depart in the morning.
Day 7
Complete your wellness journey with one final morning session before departing Tulum
Our journey comes full circle today as we have one final session and prepare to head home. As always, we'll begin the day with yoga, meditation, and pranayama breathing. During this time, find a mental space that balances gratitude for this experience while also building excitement to continue your personal work after returning home. You now have all the tools for further progress on your own; it's up to you to use them as best you can. Finally, after breakfast, you'll check out and head to the airport. Thanks so much for joining us on this transformative journey!
Accommodation
Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel is a serene oasis hidden within the virgin jungle of the Riviera Maya. Nestled far from the clamor of city life, this self-sustaining eco-village offers the perfect sanctuary for relaxation, retreat, and adventure. Choose from their twelve eco-friendly cabins, each thoughtfully equipped with a king-size bed (or two twin beds), a full bathroom, a full kitchen, parking, internet, and safe. Experience the blissful fusion of comfort and sustainability, designed to respect and embrace the natural environment.
Guests have access to a wealth of amenities, including a cenote water pool, sunbathing areas, and bicycles for exploring the property. Rest in the on-site hammocks, meditate, practice yoga in their Shala Yoga, and enjoy the leisure of board games. From sacred ceremonies to adventure park trips, you can do it all at Pepem. Leave the routine behind and let the peacefulness of the jungle still your mind. Disconnect from your routine, and connect with the raw, beautiful energy of the natural world. Room type: Double occupancy. Room configuration: Twin beds.
Included
6 nights in Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel (or similar)
Shared double occupancy in accommodations
All activities described in the itinerary
All meals
Unlimited Use of Shala with Yoga Mats and Bricks
Fireman for bonfire night
Transportation between activities and accommodation
One group airport arrival transfer
One group airport departure transfer
Not included
Flights
All food not mentioned in inclusions
Optional add-ons
Travel insurance
Gratuities
FAQ
What happens if I need to cancel my trip?
Please check the 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.
Available add-on
Single room upgrade
Enjoy more privacy by upgrading to a single room at the resort.
Price: USD 475
15 spots left
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until November 28, 2023. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
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 fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by November 28, 2023 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- Get ready for a powerful and totally transformative cacao ceremony. - Unsplash: Arseniy Kapran
- Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Kick off the retreat with an inviting welcome dinner under the stars. - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Pepem Holistic Experience - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Pepem Holistic Experience - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel - Facebook: Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- Experience the exhilarating thrill of riding through Tulum's lush jungles, feeling the wind in your hair and the vibrant energy of nature around you. - Unsplash: Ivan Ulamec
- Add-on: Single room upgrade - Pepem Eco Luxury Hotel
- This ancient Mayan sweat lodge ceremony has been used for centuries to purify and connect with powers beyond our realm, and you'll get to feel its full effects today. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- Feel an empowering connection between your mind and body with morning yoga. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- Delicious food from the resort will keep you nourished for each meal. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- Long thought to have a myriad of benefits, this ice bath will help combat physical fatigue while simultaneously sharpening your mental focus and uplifting your mood. - Unsplash: Jan Antonin Kolar
- Greet the day and head to your morning wellness session with intention. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- We'll return to the accommodation so that you can fuel your body with lunch and fuel your soul with free time. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- Today will give us a chance to dive deeply into this scenery with a visit to Cenote Sac Actun. - Unsplash: Jakob Owens
- This cave system is home to unbelievable geologic formations and pristine water. - Unsplash: Jakob Owens
- End the day at the on-site shala for yoga, meditation, and pranayama. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- Before the day is over, we'll come together over a bonfire so that we can discuss the experiences of the day and gain a deeper understanding of how we have changed. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- After our routine of wellness and breakfast, we'll have some free time that will allow you to truly appreciate our resort and the magic of Tulum. - Facebook: Pepem Holistic Experience
- A cooking class will introduce you to some mouthwatering recipes of the area. - Unsplash: Gareth Hubbard