Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu

Whirlwind romances, inspiring journeys, dramatic changes: what does your future hold? In this compelling ancient ceremony, an authentic Andean priest uses coca leaves to determine what lies in store.

Take part in an ancient ceremony that asks Pachamama, or Mother Earth, for health and prosperity. An Andean shaman will guide you through this enchanting experience and help you make an offering of cereals, grains, fruit and coca leaves.

Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, is one of the most famous examples of Inca architecture and is located 112 km from the city of Cuzco (a 3½ hour train journey), 2,350 meters above sea level. The ruins are located in a lush jungle and are believed to have been built in the mid-15th century by Inca Pachacutec. Lost in history, the ruins were not discovered until 1911 by the American explorer, Hiram Bingham. This famous citadel combines the visual and spiritual force of magnificent natural scenery with the natural diversity of a historic sanctuary, recognised as a Cultural and Natural Patrimony of the World. Only the Inca and his noblemen, priests, priestesses and chosen women (Akllas) had free access to the premises of the Machu Picchu sanctuary.