BELTANE SHAMANIC & SOUND RETREAT
WITH CULTURAL EXCURSIONS
29th April – 6th May 2024 in Condom, Gascony
A rejuvenating spring week of shamanism and sacred sound to bring healing and self empowerment within the landscapes of Le Puy Camino de Santiago. Fly into Toulouse and transfer to your luxury accommodation at Champagne House in Condom is included
Beltane is the peak of Spring and the beginning of Summer, when earth energies are at their strongest. It’s an amazing time of year to ‘sow the seeds’ of your hopes and dreams. Together we will work with the potent energies available at this time, both in our retreat space and in the surrounding sacred sites we visit.
The Programme
Our week will unfold with daily circles of shamanism and sacred sound both at Champagne House and during excursions to historic cultural sites in the surrounding area.
Shamanism will include ancient rituals and energy tools to help manifest our dreams for stepping into an empowered future. We begin by seeking our Power Animal to support us during the week. Sacred Sound will include gong immersions, voice work, chanting and singing especially in the extraordinary acoustics of the surrounding ancient chapels, all of which brings us into an uplifted state of being.
At Beltane we will celebrate with a Sacred Fire, and midway through the Retreat you will undertake your own one day personal pilgrimage on The Camino de Compostela on the 8 mile section between Le Romieu and Condom (there will be a shorter option available)
Finally we have a wonderful visit to a traditional Saturday French Market at Nerac and close our week in the beauty of Abbaye de Flaran with a ceremony of gratitude.
Each day there is personal time to relax or explore Condom
Location & Accommodation
Champagne House is located in Gers, Gascony – a 90 min drive west of Toulouse.
It is well placed for visiting the areas wonderful historic sites - all within a short walk/drive.
Transfer is included from Toulouse Airport on 29th April between 3 and 5 pm and airport return on 6th May.
Champagne House is a character Boutique B&B which also hosts retreats. It offers luxury accommodation spread over four floors which are packed with original character features and the sumptuous suites are spacious and elegant, boasting some interesting decor and exquisite character features. Bedrooms have well-appointed en-suites, ample wardrobe space, comfortable seating, dressing tables and luxurious bedding, towels and robes. Wi-Fi, tea/coffee, a hairdryer and an iron complete your home comforts.
The house and garden are Champagne themed and ooze French elegance. It has a central spectacular, stone cantilever staircase and a French/Moroccan style courtyard, plunge pool with lots of quiet places to relax.
Food
During your retreat you can expect some amazing cuisine. A spectacular continental breakfast is served if you are staying at Champagne House, and either lunch or dinner at local French restaurants (wine/refreshments included). Other meals are either delicious picnics or light meals served from the kitchen at Champagne House. Convivial aperitifs are shared on the terrace before
More Program Details
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Beltane Fire with Rituals of Release and Manifesting
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Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony
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Finding and learning how to work with your Power Animal
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Personal Day Pilgrimage on The Camino
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Gong Immersions & Sound Journeys
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Glorious Excursions and Experiences at Historic Sites
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Traditional French Market Visit at Nerac
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Explore traditional architecture in iconic French towns
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Chant & Sing in the extraordinary acoustics of Ancient Chapels
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Sacred Dance to honour Mother Earth
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Inca Despacho Ceremony of Gratitude
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The Art of Journaling
Cost of 8 Day Retreat (in Euros)
CHAMPAGNE HOUSE
Shared Suite £1495
Single Occupancy Suite £2249
Choose from:
*The Rose Moët Suite - 2 adjoining rooms, 1 room has a king and en-suite/roll-top bath, the second
bedroom has a double bed and a seating area.
*The Veuve Clicquot Suite - 2 adjoining rooms, 1 with a double and 1 with a single bed. En suite with
shower in the main bedroom.
*The Pommery - large room with a king size bed, a roll-top bath plus en-suite toilet with shower.
*The Taittinger Suite - 3 interconnecting rooms occupying the whole floor – 1 room with a kingsize
bed and a single bed (with a sofa), the bathroom is very spacious with a large roll-top bath and
seating.
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RETREAT excluding accommodation at Champagne House £995
Find your own B&B accommodation close to Champagne House and join the group after breakfast or be picked up if there is an excursion. Accommodation could be in the region of €450 - €800.
Your Retreat Cost with this option is £995 (excluding accommodation).
Reservation and Cancellation Policy
A 30% deposit is required on booking
100% deposit return 30 days + before start of retreat
50% deposit return 15 – 29 days before start of retreat
No refund if cancelled 0 – 14 days before start of retreat
All reservations must be made through Champagne House
Email: champagnehousecondom@yahoo.com
Phone: + 33 (0) 672347498