Maya Sacred Path to 2012

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBqCxnW3Zn4&feature=youtu.be View invitation from Miguel Angel Vergara on youtube .

Journey with us to the vibrant and beautiful countries of Guatemala and Honduras to reconnect to source and unite with the heart of the Maya on our 2011 Maya Sacred Path to 2012 program. This is a tour series which began in 2005 and will be offered each year leading up to and past 2012, the end of the Maya calendar. Each year we focus on different aspects of Maya teachings and visit different Maya sites as part of our journey. These journeys are for serious students who wish to evolve a deeper awareness of the Ancient Maya teachings and thus, evolve themselves through a spiritual awakening of cosmic consciousness. 

As the Maya calendar draws to a close, it is important for us to reconnect and return to source, the place where it all began. It is evident that in today's society there is a huge disconnect from our source. People are often heard exclaiming that they feel lost or fragmented, prompting them to seek wholeness in whatever way they can. Our intention for this year's journey is to visit the sacred places where we can more easily restore our connection to the heart of the universe and connect with the Pleiadean Masters of the sky in order to make ourselves whole and interconnected once again. 

As we visit the sacred sites in Guatemala and Honduras, we will connect with both the past and the present of the Maya. We begin our journey in the colonial city of Antigua, Guatemala followed by a visit to the sacred site of Quirigua, where the begining date of the Mayan Calendar is recorded and where the Popol Vuh declares creation originated. We then visit Copan, Honduras, an ancient ceremonial site and significant city of the Maya. At these sites we will delve deeply into the mysteries of the Maya for a more full and greater understanding of what the ancients were trying to teach us. We continue our journey to reconnect with our Mother Earth and awe at the scenic wonders of Panajachel and Santiago Atitlan and enjoy the boat trip on Lake Atitlan, pausing it participate in a special ceremony on the Lake. These towns will allow us to immerse ourselves in the thriving indigenous culture of the Maya, still alive and well and extremely prominent in these areas.

Accompanying us on our journey will be Miguel Angel Vergara, our teacher of the Maya Wisdom, who will lead us in sacred ceremonies and share the wisdom of the ancients he has gathered through his in-depth studies and vast experiences. Also joining us is Dr. Richard Jelusich, whose passion for, and connection with the Maya world, have kept him returning to this wonderous land many times over. He too will share the insights and wisdom he has gathered from his experiences and will also lead us in discussion with informative evening lectures.

At this time, it is integral for us all to recognize our roots, to connect strongly with our own spiritual foundation, and stay connected and grounded with Mother Earth. The greatest gifts the Maya left us, the Popol Vuh and the Maya Calendars, can help us to achieve this. By doing so, we can build the firm base required to make it possible to move on to the next step in our spiritual evolution. We welcome you to join us, and explore the mysteries of the Maya as a unified people.

PRESENTERS

ITINERARY

Nov 30: Arrive Guatemala City and transfer to Antigua, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a colourful, magical, and captivating city where time seems to have stood still over the centuries. Depending upon your arrival time you can head out to admire the stunning Baroque and Spanish Mudejar styled architecture, stroll through the parks, or relax in one of the city squares. (overnight in Atigua)

Dec 1: Antigua to Quirigua : Meet the leaders, the rest of the group, and then head out for a city tour, including a visit to the Jade Museum. In the afternoon we travel to our hotel near the site of Quirigua where we enjoy our Welcome Dinner followed by a lecture with Richard Jelusich: "Connecting to Source: Steps in Personal Spiritual Evolution". (Overnight near Quirigua) (B, D)

Dec 2: Quirigua: We now visit the ancient Maya site of Quirigua. Miguel Angel Vergara will lead us in our opening ceremony to welcome us to the heart of the Maya lands. Among the amazing stelae at this site is stele "C", the tallest in the Maya world and bearing the begining date of the Maya calendar: 4 Ahau, 8 Kumk'u, which corresponds to our date of August 12, 3113 BC. (Overnight near Quirigua) (B, L)

Dec 3: Quirigua - Copan: We start the day with our second visit to Quirigua where we examine the famous Zoomorph Stelae with their carvings of mythical animals and creatures from other realms including frogs, tortoises, jaguars, and serpents. You will have time to explore this site on your own before we depart for Copan, Honduras.  (Overnight Copan Ruinas) (B, L)

Dec 4: Copan: This morning we visit the fascinating ancient city of Copan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site considered to be one of the most spectacular cities of the Maya civilization. An important ceremonial site for the Maya, Copan was also an astronomical observatory and meeting place of great Maya scientists. This is where they gathered to make corrections to the Maya Calendar in the 4th Century AD and also where the great wise men were schooled and initiated inot the mysteries of astronomy, astrology, mathematics, physics, art and medicine. (Overnight Copan Ruinas) (B, L)

Dec 5: Copan: On our second visit to Copan we will learn about more of the treasures found at this site, including the Hieroglyphic Staircase with its 63 steps and several thousand glyphs. There will be time to explore on your own before heading back to the hotel. This evening there will be a Lecture with Miguel Angel: "The Maya Stelae; Messages in Stone". (Overnight Copan Ruinas) (B, L)

Dec 6: Panajachel: Today we travel back into Guatemala and on to Panajachel situated in the highlands of Guatemala on the shore of picturesque Lake Atitlan with spectacular views of 3 monolithic volcanoes, Toliman, Atitlan, and San Pedro. The town is a gateway to many enchanting indigenous villages renowned for their weavers and artisans. We will have dinner together tonight and share our experiences of the journey to date. (Overnight Panajachel) (B, L, D)

Dec 7: Santiago Atitlan: This morning we take a boat ride on beautiful Lake Atitlan to the town of Santiago Atitlan. We will stop on the Lake for a special ceremony led by Miguel Angel to honor Mother Nature and all her gifts. Santiago Atitlan is the capital of the Tz'utujil Maya nation. It is a contemporary Maya town steeped in a rich history and enjoying a thriving indigenous culture. There are spectacular artisans in this town offering an amazing array of arts and crafts so be prepared to be tempted to spend some money. We return to Panajachel for the evening and a lecture with Richard Jelusich: "Our Connection to the Pleiades"  (Overnight Panajachel) (B, L)

Dec 8: Chichcastenango: This morning we leave Panajachel and travel to the town of Chcihicastenago, renowned for its traditional K'che Maya culture and we will see some of that as we visit the Church of Santo Tomas, buit on a ancient Maya temple. Here the local K'iche  priests and Maya Shamans practice their ancient rituals and ceremonies. The Chich Market is one of the most important markets and largest trading centres of Guatemala. You will have time to wander through this incredible place before we leave to go to our final stop of Antigua.  There will be a Farewell Dinner together to share our experinces one more time. (Overnight Antigua) (B, L, D)

Dec 9: Depart from Guatemala City: Transfer to Guatemala City airport for your flight home.  (B)

SUMMARY

Nov 30: Arrive Guatemala City and transfer to Antigua 

Dec 1:   Antigua to Quirigua

Dec 2:   Quirigua

Dec 3:   Quirigua; Copan

Dec 4:   Copan

Dec 5:   Copan

Dec 6:   Panajachel

Dec 7:   Santiago Atitlan

Dec 8:   Chichicastenango; Antigua

Dec 9:   Depart from Guatemala City

REGISTRATION AND PRICES

Price per person (land only):  USD $2,899.00 double occupancy.                               Single Supplement : USD $650.00

Inlcudes: 9 nights accommodation, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily, 7 lunches, 3 dinners, ground transportation, baggage handling, tips, admission to sites as per itinerary, teachings and ceremonies with Miguel Angel Vergara and Richard Jelusich.  

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