On this page, we share the plans for the author’s travels of Konstantin Roninio. For participation inquiries, please contact us via email at peruodisseia@gmail.com or on Telegram at @Constantino_Roninio.
Please note! The schedule of open expeditions to shamans in Peru and Mexico can be found on another page: Schedule of open expeditions of the «Odysseia» Club to shamans in Peru and Mexico.
Konstantin Roninio’s Journey from the «Treasures of Peru» Series
Dates: available upon request
- We will visit some of the most beautiful places in Peru. Some are world-renowned, while others are nearly unknown. We will travel along the coast and islands of the Pacific Ocean, the highlands of the Andes, and the tropical foothills of Peru.
- The journey also includes a series of discussions on psychology and philosophy. The author will share his discoveries from over twenty years of working with authentic shamans in the Amazon, Mexico, and other parts of Latin America.
- Discussion Topics: The nature of consciousness, mysterious properties of the human psyche, health, the rational and irrational in our lives, value priorities.
- Day 1
Arrival in Lima, check-in at the hotel. First acquaintance with the capital of Peru. - Day 2
Bus or walking tour of Lima. The historic city center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), where you can see the Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipality, and much more, including the famous carved wooden balconies in the Hispano-Moorish style, a legacy of the Spanish colonial period. In general, South American capitals amaze with their colonial grandeur and New World expansiveness! We will explore the San Isidro district, with its old parks and ancient pyramids, as well as the coastal district of Miraflores, known for its beautiful parks along the Pacific Ocean, including the famous Love Park.Explore the bohemian Barranco district. Walk along the promenade.
- Day 3
Flight to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Walking tour of the historic city center. Here you can see the main square, San Pedro Market, the bohemian San Blas district, the ancient Qorikancha — the most important temple during the Inca Empire, and examples of the famous «stone masonry.» - Day 4
Visit to unique sites and iconic architectural monuments around Cusco. We will explore Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puka Pukara, Sacsayhuaman, and Qorikancha — the main temple of the Sun and Moon in the Inca Empire. Continuation of the tour of one of the oldest cities in the world. - Day 5
Transfer to Aguas Calientes, a welcoming town that serves as the «gateway» to Machu Picchu. The town is located in a very pleasant climate zone. Visit to a waterfall and bathing in natural thermal springs. - Day 6
Trip by eco-bus to Machu Picchu. Visit to the lost city. This place leaves no one indifferent, being not only historically and archaeologically significant but also incredibly beautiful! Evening return to Cusco. Walk around the ancient capital. - Day 7
Flight back to Lima, check-in at the hotel. Continuation of the city tour. Walks through the most beautiful parts of the affluent areas of the city. - Day 8
Further exploration of Lima. Transfer to Paracas — another amazing place in Peru. Check-in at an oceanfront hotel. - Day 9
Departure to the port and then a boat trip to the Ballestas Islands. The Ballestas Islands are home to thousands of sea lions and massive bird colonies of various species: cormorants, seagulls, albatrosses, frigates, boobies, pelicans, and terns. Here you can also spot penguins that have ventured far north from Antarctica. The boat trip starts at the island of Ballestas, where the famous «Candelabra» — a mysterious figure carved into hard sandstone — is located. It is visible only from the sea, and the time, authorship, and purpose of its creation remain unclear. Some believe that it was carved by the same culture that created the Nazca lines and that it represents the sacred San Pedro cactus, still used in shamanic rituals. After the «Candelabra,» the boat takes a half-hour journey to the islands themselves. In the 19th century, a true Pacific War erupted between Peru and Chile over these islands, or rather over the highly valuable bird droppings known as guano, used as fertilizer at the time.The boat comes quite close to the sea lion colonies, where young «pups» put on real circus performances. The Ballestas Islands are an amazing nature reserve, famous for their Humboldt penguin colonies.
Visit the Paracas Peninsula Reserve. Swimming in the Pacific Ocean and sunbathing on the beach. Lunch at a restaurant in the reserve area. The Paracas Peninsula is made of compressed sand in various colors — from yellow to red and brown. On a sunny day, the colors are stunning. Here you can see flocks of pink flamingos feeding in the coastal lagoons. You can also see the so-called Cathedral — a sandstone rock shaped by surf and erosion to resemble a monumental cathedral of gigantic proportions.
- Day 10
Return to Lima. Check-in at a hotel in the affluent coastal district. Visit to Lima’s museums and learning some facts about Peru’s history. - Day 11
Flight to the beautiful foothill city of Chachapoyas in Peru. Check-in at the hotel. First exploration of the city. Chachapoyas is located in northern Peru, at an altitude of 2,235 meters above sea level. The city is known for its stunning views, unique waterfalls, and the ancient fortress of Kuélap, a UNESCO World Heritage site. White houses with carved balconies give it a special charm. - Day 12
Visit to the archaeological complex of Kuélap and other places related to the Chachapoyas culture. Detailed exploration of unique locations. - Day 13
Departure and hike to the giant Gocta waterfall. Visitors are treated to unparalleled views, rarely accessible for observation. - Day 14
Flight back to the capital of Peru. Check-in at a coastal district hotel. Walk along the seafront. - Day 15
Flight home.
- This could be an expedition dedicated to a deeper study of shamanism, with special shamanic practices.
- This could be a journey to shamans with the goal of healing from a serious illness, overcoming a severe addiction, losing weight, or simply improving health.
- This could be a journey into the wilderness in various options: from comfortable stays in lodge hotels located in protected areas to deep penetration into the jungle with overnight stays in wild forests.
- This could be an in-depth study of significant archaeological sites and monuments of ancient cultures.
- This could be the study of ethnography, visiting remote indigenous tribes of the jungle or small mountain peoples of the Andes.
- This could be trips to volcanoes, jungles, deserts, wild beaches, or islands.
- Trips with elements of extreme sports or with an emphasis on entertainment programs in Latin American cities are possible.
- Various business trips are possible.
- It is possible to organize film or television shoots in the countries of South and Central America.
- And other options.
In Meetings with Remarkable People, Konstantin Roninio chronicles over twenty years alongside indigenous curanderos in the Amazon. Blending vivid storytelling and reflection, he opens a window onto ayahuasca—the sacred brew at the heart of traditional healing ceremonies—and the profound changes many participants describe. From Peru’s rainforest to related work in Mexico, Roninio offers an unguarded view of ritual practice, personal transformation, and the people who shaped his path. With experience in more than 1,500 ceremonies, he captures the depth, rigor, and responsibility required to engage these traditions with respect.
Now available on Amazon: Meetings with Remarkable People.