Gay travel usually is used to take time away from the worries at home. They also give us chance to be adventuresome and active, or to just lay on the beach and sleep the day away. However, some people expect more from their vacation or travel experience.

Instead of just erasing your surface stress and providing random memories, what if there were a way to bring balance and harmony to your entire being, from soul stirring activities to spiritual peace through meditation? If all this sounds great to you, then pack your bags for a spiritual travel experience you’re not likely to forget: a wondrous journey to the magical land of Peru, specifically, The Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.

Nestled in the shadows of the astounding Andes Mountains, The Sacred Valley of the Incas is considered the heart of the ancient Inca Empire and is comprised of many towns that are known for their ruins. The Sacred Valley is truly a spiritual place and for those who wish to not only shed their day-to-day stresses but spend some serious quality time in reflection of their lives, this is the place to be.

If you’re traveling to the area, a great place to stay and one that caters specifically to gay travel is the Kamaquen Retreat Center. Complete with essential elements of the Andean culture and spiritual lifestyle, this is the ultimate place to reconnect with yourself and begin a path of self discovery and enlightenment.

Of course, no visit to Peru would be complete without visiting Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu is a short train ride from the Sacred Valley and well worth the trip. Once you enter the grounds of Machu Picchu you immediately feel the energy of this very special place. The views are magnificent and the sacredness of this place is self evident.

There many places on the grounds of Machu Picchu that are perfect just to sit and meditate. It is easy to become one with Machu Picchu and to absorb it’s spiritual energy. Many people have had life changing revelations just being at Machu Picchu. Gay spirituality tours to Peru can change your life.

Proposals for a gay couple vacation in Peru from Howie Holben. He and Spirit Journeys have put together gay romance trips and they also have gay tantra retreats for men.