Day 1
Arrival and Presentations – Guests are picked up from the Airport Hotel in an air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter bus and arrive in the early afternoon at Eleusinia’s private 100-acre retreat center, located in the picturesque lakeside community of Valle de Bravo, Mexico, often referred to as the "Hamptons of Mexico City." Upon arrival, guests are welcomed by the retreat team, which includes facilitators, medical professionals, and support staff. They are given time to settle in and connect with other attendees while enjoying snacks and refreshments. Each guest will have an initial one-on-one medical intake with a member of Eleusinia’s medical team, as well as an opportunity to meet individually with Eleusinia’s Curandera, a traditional Mexican mushroom practitioner, who offers a spiritual cleansing and blessing for their journey. Guests will also receive a tour of the Eleusinia grounds to become familiar with the surroundings.
In the late afternoon, presentations cover the neuroscience of psychedelics, preparation for the upcoming macrodose, Eleusinia’s approach to "intention setting," and a formal introduction to the Eleusinia team. This is followed by an intimate group dinner on our veranda, prepared by our gourmet chef.
Day 2
The morning begins with a follow-up presentation on navigating a psychedelic journey, alongside a discussion of the tools and techniques we use to support our guests throughout their experience. Guests are further introduced to the thoughtfully curated garden spaces, designed specifically to enrich their journey. Eleusinia’s breathwork and meditation coach leads them through a series of exercises in preparation for the macrodose.
The session begins as a group in our meditation structure, affectionately called "The Nest," and soon transitions to a more personal experience across our expansive gardens and private alcoves. Each area features carefully curated stations designed to deepen the journey, offering options like relaxing in a hammock, cozy cocoon-like seating, or lounging in spacious living rooms with floor-to-ceiling views. Every setting is meticulously crafted to provide a unique and exploratory environment, all under the attentive care of our facilitators (1:2 ratio). These spaces integrate neuroscience-based tools and techniques to assist in navigating the psychedelic journey, which lasts approximately 4-6 hours.
Evenings are spent unwinding by the fire, providing a space for reflection, journaling, or engaging in informal conversations with team members and fellow guests about their experiences.
Day 3
Day 3 is focused on DMT, integration, meditation classes, and massage. It’s a full day at Eleusinia. Each guest participates in individual DMT sessions after the group breakfast, supported by Eleusinia’s facilitators, with a ratio of two facilitators per guest. After lunch, small group classes in breathwork, mindfulness, and TRE (Trauma Release Exercises) are led by our breathwork and meditation coach, along with one-on-one integration sessions with either our psychotherapist or a specialist trained in psychedelic integration.
The afternoon includes a massage session followed by our Mushroom Cultivation Course Part #1 and a lively group dinner. Each guest receives a personalized schedule, with breaks interspersed to allow time for socializing with other guests, resting, or exploring the grounds. Guests also have the option to record their individual integration sessions for sharing with family members or therapists back home.
Day 4
After breakfast, one-on-one integration meetings with our curandera are available for those seeking a cultural and spiritual perspective. Small group classes on Tension Release Exercises (TRE) and other somatic movement techniques are led by our mind and body coach. After lunch, guests receive a one-hour hot stone massage to further enhance relaxation.
The day also includes small group mindfulness hikes on our grounds and, during mushroom season, guided mushroom hunting trips through our forest. In the evening, we continue with the second part of our mushroom cultivation class, concluding the day with a relaxed group dinner.
Excursions, such as paragliding or trips to town, as well as additional massage sessions, can also be scheduled on this day, offering guests an opportunity to further customize their experience with activities that align with their personal preferences for relaxation or adventure.
Day 5
On day 5, guests embark on their second psilocybin macrodose of the retreat. The insights and experiences from the first macrodose are carefully reviewed to fine-tune the dosing and provide any necessary additional support. The medical team consults with each guest to discuss the sensations they experienced during the initial dose and make adjustments to the dosing plan or comfort measures, such as managing nausea or other factors. The session itself follows a similar structure to the first macrodose, unfolding within our expansive gardens.
Before the session, we revisit the techniques used to navigate the psychedelic experience, evaluating which methods were most impactful for each guest during their first journey. The evening after the macrodose is reserved for relaxation and recovery, giving guests the space to reflect on their experience and rest.
Day 6
For guests who have opted for the class, day 6 begins with an early morning DMT extraction workshop. Later, the group breakfast includes a creative writing exercise designed to compliment the psychedelic integration process. After breakfast, class participants enjoy some leisurely time in the garden, exploring individual DMT sessions to further develop their navigation techniques.
In preparation for the minidose, there is a meditation session that incorporates Wim Hof breathing techniques and other practices aimed at enhancing the psychedelic experience. The minidose session begins with a cold plunge to boost endorphin and norepinephrine levels, preparing participants for the deeply meditative state of the minidose. Immediately after the cold plunge, we start the minidose, spending the rest of the afternoon in deep psychedelic meditation exploring the garden or relaxing by the fire.
Dinner following the minidose is a lively event, featuring psychedelic trivia to reinforce the knowledge gained throughout the retreat.
For those that have opted out of the extraction class, this day is the perfect opportunity to explore the local attractions such as paragliding, visiting town, or visiting the nearby monarch butterfly sanctuary.
Day 7
Day 7 begins early with the second part of the DMT extraction workshop. After breakfast, guests have the opportunity to participate in their second, more personalized DMT session, with each participant selecting their own setting. Many choose to revisit their favorite spots in the garden for a more intimate and tailored experience.
In the afternoon, guests take part in a Temazcal ceremony, a traditional sweat lodge ritual involving heated lava rocks and herbal steam.
The evening concludes with a closing gathering, featuring a cacao ceremony, providing a reflective and ceremonial closure to the day and the retreat experience.
Day 8
Day 8 begins with a group breakfast and an optional poetry reading for those who wish to share their writings from the retreat. Before departures, we take our signature "backs only" group photo to commemorate the experience while respecting the privacy of all guests. Afterward, the bus will transport guests back to Mexico City to catch their flights home.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
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