Heart Alchemy

in Guatemala

 

Transforming Life into Art in Ancient Antigua

July 13-19, 2026

Antigua: A Canvas of Layers, Textiles & Time

Imagine a city where every corner looks like a page from an art journal waiting to be filled. Antigua is a masterpiece of texture and light, a place where history is revealed in layers. From the peeling ochre paint of 18th-century ruins to the cobblestone streets framing majestic volcanoes, this city is a feast for the artist’s eye.

But the true heartbeat of Antigua lies in its artisans. We will lose ourselves in the vibrant chaos of the local markets, surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colors. We’ll touch the intricate textures of hand-woven Huipils (traditional blouses), where every thread tells a story of Maya heritage. We will meet the makers—the weavers, the potters, and the artists—who keep these ancient traditions alive.

For the mixed-media artist, this is paradise. We won’t just observe these treasures; we will let them inspire us. The patterns of the textiles, the rough stone of the convents, and the vivid palette of the streets will find their way into our SoulPages®. Here, in this alchemy of place, you don’t just watch the scenery—you breathe it in, translate it into color, and let it transform your art.”

What is included?

Six nights in Shared/single room with breakfast each morning

Seven days of fun, guidance and care with Rakefet and our amazing group

Shuttle from the Guatemala city airport airport to Antigua

A full day trip to visit the Atitilan lake and vilages

Half day tour in Antigua ,the artisan market and the art galleries

Half day additional tour to pacaya Vulcano

Four SoulPages™ workshops with Rakefet

Shamanic healing journey done by Rakefet

Two Zoom live meetings to get to know each other before our trip!

Price of SP retreat

$1680

In a shared double room

$250 extra for a single room

The retreat doesn’t include:

  • Flight in and out to Guatemala City
  • Shuttel from Antigua to the airport when you go back home.
  • Daily lunches & dinners 
  • Art supplies (you will get a small list)
  • Medical insurance
  • Tickets to museums or historic sites 
  • Tips

SoulPages™Heart Alchemy retreat suggested innitiary

Subject to changes

July 13, Day 1,Monday

Arrive in Guatemala airport at 3 pm for pick up to Antigua.

4pm arrive to the Casa/Hotel

https://www.hotelyarteantigua.com/en/

17.30-19.00 pm orientation gathering 
19.00 pm group dinner 

July 14, Day 2, Tuesday

7.30 am Breakfast
8.30-13pm Orientation tour of Antigua, visit the artisan market 
13.00 pm lunch

16.00-18.30 SP workshop in the hotel

19.00 dinner ( you will go on your own or with the group)

July 15, Day 3, Wedensday

7.30 am breakfast

9-12.30 Soulpages workshopin the hotel
13.00 pm lunch
14-18 pm free time on Antigua art supply and craft materials shops
19.00 dinner

July 16, Day 4, Thursday

8.00 am breakfast

9.00 am-12pm A half-Day Artist’s Journey through Antigua’s Ruins
12.00-15.30 free time on the market and shops.
16pm-18.30  SoulPages workshop in the hotel
19 pm- dinner

July 17, Day 5, Friday

5.30 early wake up to go on a full day tour to Atitilan lake and the artisan villages (2.30 hours drive)
17.30-Back to the hotel and rest

21.00- shamanic healing journey 

July 18, Day 6, Saturday

8.00 am breakfast

9-12.30 Soulpages workshop
13.00 pm lunch
2-5 pm free time to visit artists’ studios
18. pm- Pacaya volcano tour ( packed dinner)

July 19, Day 7 ,Sunday

After breakfast, you will have free time in Antigua until you leave to travel home. (read the pdf document below for option of extending your stay)

Important notice:

This retreat is intentionally designed to allow as many people as possible to enjoy the in-person experience of creating SoulPages™ while in a fun, retreat location. In our research for this retreat, we’ve seen comparable trips for more than twice the cost of our retreat. We are working hard to keep the prices within an affordable budget to be as inclusive as possible.

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