Come immerse yourself in the vibrant embrace of Mexican culture as you embark on a journey of self-discovery in the captivating heart of Oaxaca, MX. Take a deep breath and exhale into a transformative experience.

Designed for men, women, and non-binary who are ready to anchor their minds, body, emotions, and spirits into a place of growth through ancient holistic practices. This retreat invites you to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for travel and a commitment or interest in living a healthy lifestyle.

Our 6-day holistic wellness retreat is designed for those who are ready to anchor their mind, body, emotions, and spirit into a place of growth through ancient holistic practices. This retreat invites you to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for travel and a commitment or interest in living a healthy lifestyle.

Our somatic-based embodiment practices in yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound/frequency, therapeutic tremoring for nervous system regulation & transformational coaching are the compass guiding you toward a life anchored in well-being and authentic connection. Embrace the power within you and confidently step into a future of resilience and renewal.

embrace:

• Colonial Magic Town

• Ancient Yoga, Meditation & Breathwork Practices/Education

• Nervous System Regulation & Energy Work

• Sound Healing

• Transformational Coaching

• Mindful Conversations

• Artisan Markets

• Oaxaca Culinary Lunches

• Walking Tours

• Eco-Adventures

• Folk art exhibitions

GO ON A JOURNEY:

• 6 Day accommodations in an 18th century estate home (luxury single room & ensuite)

• Daily yoga/somatic movement, philosophy, meditation, pranayama, (controlling your breath) classes accompanied with sound healing instruments to guide you into ancient yogic/ancestral practice that works with the health of your energetic subtle body.

• 2 Vegetarian meals (breakfast & light evening dinner snack (Lunch during excursions are paid separately, as we go out to enjoy a Oaxacan culinary experience)

• 2 TRE® Therapeutic tremoring sessions in nervous system regulation to dissolve tension, stress, and anxiety, and the effects of trauma and ptsd. (Option to schedule a private session)

• 1 Ancestral Oaxacan Cacao Ceremony to connect to the healing vortex of the heart chakra through authentic Mexican rituals.

• 2 Transformational coaching workshops with deep sharing opportunities.

• 2 Spiritual ceremonies (opening & closing) to connect to your intentions and release what is no longer serving you, uplifting you in unity into a rebirth of self.

• Integration through sacred sharing circles, & healing meditations

• 1 Sound healing session to let the therapy of sound embrace the cells of your body to overcome any blockages on an emotional level, bringing you into a deep theta state of peace.

• 3 Days of In-town walking to artisan markets, and historic sites.

• 1 Eco-Excursion Day (full-day visit to several popular Oaxaca landmark locations)

• VW Alumni Lifetime Access to my on-line after-care support group to support your sobriety/healthy lifestyle through holistic wellness

• Round-trip airport transfer from OAX airport

• WIFI

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

• Airfare, travel insurance

• Daily lunches.  We will enjoy local culinary experiences during excursion time. (Approx. $600 mx pesos a day) (required)

• Gratuity to staff (required) $1000 mx pesos

• Massages/energy work (there will be time designated) $75 - 115 USD (optional)

• One on one transformational mentoring, 90 minutes (there will be time to designate) $150 USD (optional)

• One on one TRE® Therapeutic tremoring session, 75 minutes (there will be time to designate) $95 USD (optional)

THIS RETREAT IS PERFECT FOR ANYBODY WHO WANTS TO expand THEIR CURRENT PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, MENTAL, BEHAVIORAL, AND SPIRITUAL BLUEPRINT, WHERE supportive Yoga & meditation, nervous system regulation in therapeuTic tremoring, ancient YOGA PHILOSOPHY, RECOVERY mentoring, AND UNIQUE GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATIONS & culture WILL ENHANCE THEIR PERSONAL PROCESS.

AIRPORT/SHUTTLE

You will fly into (OAX) Oaxaca International Airport, an english friendly airport. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. The pre-paid airport transportation shuttle to Casa Agave in Oaxaca City is about 45 minutes. Round-trip airport transfer is included.

Casa Agave

Embark on a historic Mexican adventure in the quaint town of Oaxaca City. Explore the beauty and tranquility of Casa Agave, a remodeled 18th-century property protected by UNESCO.

Casa Agave features 10 single bedrooms, spread across two floors, each with a private bathroom. This colonial-style estate boasts an open center, allowing natural light to create a comfortable retreat atmosphere.

Situated in the historic center of Oaxaca City, Casa Agave is within walking distance of notable landmarks such as the "20 de Noviembre" market, the main square, Santo Domingo cathedral, Ethnobotanical gardens, Philately museum, San Pablo cultural center, and Hemeroteca, as well as numerous restaurants.

Features

• UNESCO Protected

• 18th Century Colonial Estate

• 10 Single Rooms/Bathrooms

• Large Terrace

• Vegetarian Breakfast & Evening Snacks

• In-Town Walking

• Full-Service

Prepared Vegetarian Meals & Local Culinary Experiences

Includes 2 daily vegetarian options (breakfast & light dinner snacks) at Casa Agave retreat estate.

Beautifully prepared meals comprised of a plant-based menu.  Plates will be nourishing, original, and delicious, and will be inspired by the local Mexican cuisine or Ayurveda, as others will be prepared with more simple flavors from the earth, connecting you deeply to the taste of that single fruit, vegetable or grain.  Medicinal teas and water will be served.

OAXACA IS KNOWN FOR THEIR SPECTACULAR CUISINE INCORPORATING LOCAL HERBS FOR UNIQUE FLAVORS, SOMETHING WE DON’T WANT TO MISS!

LUNCHES WILL BE DURING OUR EXCURSIONS AND ARE NOT INCLUDED IN PRICING. THIS WILL BE THE TIME WHERE WE ENJOY LOCAL CULINARY FOOD.

BUDGET $15 - $30 USD EXTRA PER DAY FOR LUNCH

Guided Excursions

During June, you will experience the beauty and wonder of the beginning of rainy season. This is one of the most beautiful times of the year to be in Oaxaca City, Mexico. Everything turns green, water is flowing, with flowers and nature bustling. Rains are short and fast, and the sun continues to shine.

Weather is cool in the mornings and evenings, with bright hot sun during the day.

You will enjoy daily guided excursions throughout the sober retreat.

Excursions will take place within the town of Oaxaca City and outside to near by locations.

You will get to know the famous colonial magic town of Oaxaca City, and enjoy local culinary experiences.

Oaxaca TOWN TOURS

This excursion will give you two separate day tours of the center of Oaxaca City, MX. In group, we will explore the “Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán”, one of the most famous temples in Oaxaca City, known for it’s majestic interior architecture. We will walk around and explore history, go shopping, and enjoy culinary experiences. We will visit local artisan markets, having a true authentic experience of Mexico and it’s culture. We will enjoy lunch as a group, which is paid separately.

All Day OAxaca tour

In one day, we will experience various extraordinary locations of Oaxaca.

We will visit:

• Hierve del Agua

• Tule Tree

• Textiles artes Zapoteca Tour of pre-hispanic natural colors

• Mitla Archaeological zone

  We will be guided by a very knowledgeable tour guide family where they will share their knowledge, traditions, and the history of Oaxaca.

  We will enjoy lunch as a group, which is paid separately.

Julia Allshouse

intuitive spirit guide | sacred space holder | Registered Yoga Teacher | certified Holistic Health CoacH | certified Shaking Medicine Teacher in tension, stress & trauma release | TRE provider in tension release exercises

I’m Julia Allshouse, founder of Vikara Wellness Retreats, and my work is rooted in a deep love for the body’s wisdom and the joy that comes from truly listening to yourself. I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA, with over a decade living in the beautiful country of Mexico.

I didn’t arrive here through a straight line. My path has been shaped by curiosity, change, and a lot of inner listening. Like many of us, I moved through seasons of exploration, trying different ways of living, relating, and understanding myself before finding what felt most aligned. Those experiences taught me how powerful it is to slow down, tune in, and let the nervous system guide the way.

Yoga and embodiment came into my life as an invitation, not a goal. What started as a personal practice quickly became a source of connection, presence, and genuine happiness. The more I listened to my body, the more ease and clarity I discovered, and eventually, the more I felt called to share that experience with others.

In 2012, I founded Vikara, which has grown into sober, holistic wellness retreats in Mexico, open to all people who want to reconnect with themselves and reset their nervous system through embodiment & co-regulation practices. Our retreats are deeply rooted in Tension Release (TRE® & Shaking Medicine) methods, alongside yoga philosophy & asanas, breath-work, meditation, adventure therapy, and somatic movements, all designed to help the body release held tension, regulate stress, and move toward calm, clarity, and resilience. Every element is intentionally created to support nervous system regulation, while nurturing the mind, body, and spirit.

I’m trained as a holistic health counselor, E-RYT 500 yoga teacher, certified TRE® provider, Shaking Medicine teacher, and in active 2026-cohort with Flower Essence Studies to become a Flower Essence Practitioner, but what guides me most is presence and lived experience. I believe healing doesn’t have to be heavy, it can be gentle, expansive, and even joyful.

My intention is to create spaces where people feel safe, supported, and free to reconnect with their bodies, release what’s been held, and step into a life that feels more grounded, alive, and aligned with clarity, joy, and openness at the center.