Join me, Marianna Love, on this extraordinary tour inspired by my Cattleya Queen odyssey!

August 8-18, 2024 10 Nights/11 Days

🌸✨ Calling all adventurous travelers! Join me on my exciting Colombian odyssey! 🌺🌎 Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of international floral shows, while connecting with like-minded explorers from around the globe. Embark on a soul-enriching journey, unveiling the hidden gems of Colombia's jungles and charming Andes villages. 🧘‍♀️✨

Let Marianna lead you through exhilarating experiences, empowering you to conquer any challenges along the way.

From scam survival stories to encounters with Zen Buddhist wisdom, this tour promises awe-inspiring moments and unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

Join me to discover the world through the eyes of a fearless woman traveler.

🌺 oh, and by the way, we’ve reserved the entire retreat in both medellin and jerico.

day by day itinerary

medellin retreat

Day 1 (Aug 8): Arrival in Medellin

  • Arrive from your home to Medellin, Colombia (José María Cordoba airport)

  • Private airport transportation will take you to the retreat

  • Check-in at the retreat

  • Enjoy a buffet dinner at 7:00 P.M.

Day 2 (Aug 9): Jardines Belvedere

  • Art, Nature, Gastronomy

  • Breakfast buffet included

  • Board transport at 10:30 pm to go to Carmen Del Viboral

  • Explore botanical gardens, art, sculptures, orchids

  • Enjoy Lunch

  • Return to the retreat

  • Dinner or drinks not included.

Day 3 (Aug 10): Spa Day at the Retreat

  • Breakfast buffet included

  • Enjoy a full body massage or facial

  • Lunch included

  • Optional yoga session

  • Happy hour with DJ, snacks, signature cocktails, beer, and wine at 4:30 pm

  • Semi Formal Buffet Dinner at 7:00 pm

  • Live band performance

  • (Total is included)

Day 4 (Aug 11): Fesitval de Flores Medellin

  • Breakfast buffet included

  • Board transport at 10:30 am to the world’s largest grand festival of flowers in Medellin

  • Return to the retreat.

  • Lunch and snacks on your own

  • Cacao Ceremony

  • Dinner on own

jerico retreat

  • Transportation from the retreat to the town is easily accessible (Chivo or Tuk Tuk)

  • Explore the small mountain village with 19 churches and museums

  • Visit the vibrant plaza with restaurants, bars, farmers markets, and live music venues

  • Optional activities include parasailing and more

Day 5 (Aug 12): Travel to Jerico

  • Breakfast buffet included

  • Board transport at 9:00 am

  • Travel from retreat area one to Jerico

  • Stop in cliffs of Jerico to watch parasailing, lunch and snacks

  • Continue to Jerico

  • Check-in at the retreat or explore the grounds

  • Relax and enjoy included Welcome Dinner

Day 6 (Aug 13): Horse Tour and Private Waterfall

  • Breakfast included

  • Meet the cowboys for a horse tour to a private farm

  • Enjoy the scenic views, waterfalls, and rivers

  • Return to the retreat

  • Lunch on own at the retreat or in the pueblo

  • Dinner and snacks on your own

Day 7-9 (Aug 14-16): Free Days in Jerico

  • Breakfast included

  • Explore Jerico at your own pace

  • Relax, visit gardens, museums, shop, dance!

  • Visit the 19 churches and other historic attractions

  • Lunch and dinner on your own

    (inexpensive options available, can recommend)

Day 10 (Aug 17): Return to Medellin

  • Breakfast and check out

  • Board transport and return to Medellin

  • Stop for lunch in another small town

  • Return to the first retreat and have a buffet dinner

Note: Accommodations, breakfast, and all mentioned services are included in the pricing as noted above. Lunches, dinners, and other activities are your responsibility (but inexpensive).

Day 10 (Aug 18): Fly home

Group Size: Maximum of 10-12 people

Experience Expectations:

  • Colorful, fun, and unique

  • Relaxing and rejuvenating

  • Not a stressful trip

  • Focus on personal renewal and starting a new chapter

Reservation Information:

  • $750 Deposit will be accepted via PayPal once you have decided on your room

  • Please reserve as soon as possible

Requirements:

  • Valid Passport

  • Airline ticket from your area to Medellin

  • Comfy walking shoes (not NEW shoes, if possible)

  • Light clothing and a jacket for evenings

  • Retreat Details:

  • Private Retreat for our Group Only.

Special Gift

Each participant will receive a swag bag with a signed hard copy of the book, coffee from a nearby farm, Colombian-grown and made chocolate, and a memorable gift, possibly a small bottle of the country's liquor.

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medellin retreat photos

jerico retreat photos