Ancient Cultures of the Southwest Explorer

northern Arizona:
Sedona: Sacred Sites, Earth-Spirit Hike and Campfire Ceremony
Hopi Culture 1 or 2 day immersion experience

dates to be announced

 

Day 1

Sedona, AZ
12:30 - 2:30 pm
We will experience the dramatic otherworld scenery of Sedona. Cliffs of red, white and blue that form the escarpment of the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau tower two thousand feet above.

We will travel to scenic canyons and overlooks and learn about the geology, plants and animals and hear stories from ancient times to the new mythology of today including the spiritual "vortex" sites and the unique qualities that have made Sedona a place of inspiration and pilgrimage since prehistoric times. Enjoy a nature walk up onto Cathedral Rock, one of these special sacred sites.

2:30 - 4:30 pm
Medicine hike with Native guide connecting with ancient ways of honoring and listening to earth.

6 - 8 pm Campfire program. Our guide Sandra will do an experiental teaching on the medicine animals and their role in our modern world. Fire ceremony, teachings and songs with a Havasupai tribal leader. (The Havasupai tribe has lived in the Grand Canyon for hundreds of years.)

You are welcome to arrive in early afternoon and explore on your own Sedona's art galleries, shops, have lunch and dinner in one of Sedona's many restaurants, go for a hike, or get a relaxing massage in your hotel room.
Overnight at Sedona (not included, but will give you a list of recommended places to stay)

 

 

Day 2 - 3 Hopi Mesas This is a one-of-a-kind journey/seminar into the heart of Hopi lands visiting all 3 mesas including the oldest continuously inhabited village in North America. Sense the essence of Hopi and Navajo culture with a spiritual life inspired by these lands for millennia. You will be steeped in stories of the ancestral Pueblo Peoples and their migration over the Americas and arrival at this their place of center. You will learn about the cycle of their year, respectful visitor protocols, ways to return on your own and establish meaningful contacts with these warm-hearted peoples. We visit villages at all 3 mesa areas, are welcomed into homes and interact with and absorb from the People in a spontaneous and personal way and enjoy a special evening circle, a traditional food dinner and breakfast.Fall is harvest time and women's ceremonial time. We have been personally invited to a village gathering. This is an in depth immersion into this very traditional culture who carry on ways given to them by Creator for maintaining peace and balance for the whole earth. Each journey is unique to the time of year and people. We hope to visit a remote rock art site, time and weather permitting.   overnight at Hopi (included)   Sedona Sacred Sites/Medicine Journey, 12:30 - 4:30 pm, only = $120 + tax with minimum of 3 people Sedona Campfire program only = $75 each with minimum of 4 people, $95 each with 3 people Sedona lodging not included. 2 day Hopi Journey only includes 1 night lodging at Hopi, program, guides, transportation, Hopi dinner and breakfast, entry fees, reference packet: 4 - 6 people, $595 each option: can be just a one day journey to Hopi on Oct. 5 to see the ceremonial dance and visit villages 4 - 6 people, $210 each plus tax includes lunch and entry fees, transportation These trips are lead by Sandra Cosentino who is native to Arizona with many years professional and personal involvement with Native peoples. You step into this circle of mutual respect and trust. Sandra, M.S., has since 1991 been creating customized nature-cultural journeys and seminars. She was a school teacher, natural resource manager, forest Service fire look-out and worked professionally with Native American groups. Her informed passion and talented circle of hosts/guides create a bridge for you to enter these worlds. If the trip is cancelled by the  tour operator, you will receive a full refund. Group discounts available for 10 or more. Balance due 30 days prior to trip (non-refundable) Sedona lodging information provided for you for pre and post trip stays.                We recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance in the event that you have to unexpectedly cancel. This tour is operating under permit to: The Hopi Tribe Coconino National Forest   Past Journeyer's comments:   "I chose Crossing Worlds Journeys because I sensed that they really cared and wanted me to experience the Native American cultures as well as to understand their beliefs. Little did I know that they would transport me into their world, help me honor people who live by their beliefs, and rekindle an awe of the magic found in nature. The persons we met accepted us without judgement, shared with us their food and knowledge, and welcomed us into their spirit at the level that each person chose to be received. It makes one wonder what life on Earth would be like if all of us were as unconditionally loving as the guides involved with Crossing Worlds. I am grateful that the persons we met and learned from have chosen to be caretakers." Lisaminh Woodruff, New York, fall, 2000.   "Getting to know the Hopi people was one of the highlights of my trip. Interactng with the Hopi by eating with them at their table, dancing with them and mingling with the children was an experience that was very unique with a tour. In fact. I felt as if iI was part of their family and really connected with them on every level. It was such a personal experience that I didn't think of me being on a tour but on vacation visiting family and friends. Carolyn W., Washington, D.C.

updated September 11, 2008

 

Crossing Worlds Journeys and Retreats
P O Box 3288
Sedona, AZ 86340

1-800-350-2693 for quick info calls
Office:  928-203-0024
eMail: journeys@crossingworlds.com