DRAFT: Lisa’s Friends & Family Mexico Mini-Retreat

Written By Lisa Kiely

4 days of connection, adventure & culture

Lisa’s Friends & Family Mexico Mini-Retreat

Pátzcuaro, Michoacán • 4 days of connection, adventure & culture

Small group (9 people max- plus guide and Lisa)
$13,000 MXN per person
Headquarters: boutique hotel in Pátzcuaro’s historic center

What’s Included

  • Lodging with breakfast (3 nights, double occupancy. Single occupancy can be arranged at an additional price)

  • Daily fitness with Lisa (gentle, energizing & joint-friendly)

  • Horseback ride to the monarch butterfly sanctuary (El Rosario)

  • Entrance fees to listed museums and parks

  • One activity at Adventure Park Zirahuén (choose: Zip Line & Suspension • Paddle • Kayak • Boat Ride • Horseback Riding • ATVs)

  • All planned group activities with local guide support

What’s Not Included

  • Tips (anywhere)

  • Lunches, dinners, personal snacks, optional spa/shopping

  • Airfare, airport transfers (group shuttle can be arranged)

  • Travel insurance (recommended)

  • Additional days/lodging in San Miguel de Allende (see below)

🗓 4-Day Sample Itinerary

Designed for a slow-travel taste of Michoacán’s lakes, crafts, cuisine, and the monarchs.

Day 1 — Butterflies

  • Sunrise departure to El Rosario Sanctuary

  • Horseback ride + short hike with local guides to monarch colonies

  • Quiet forest time under the oyamel firs

  • Optional stop at Purépecha pyramids (Tzintzuntzan) on return

Day 2 — Zirahuén

  • Morning fitness class with Lisa: core, glutes, balance (low impact)

  • Choose ONE included adventure (zip line & suspension bridges, paddle, kayak, boat ride, horseback riding, or ATVs)

  • Lakeside lunch (own expense), plus free time for spa, artisan shopping, or café hopping

Day 3 — Pátzcuaro

  • Morning class: gentle mobility & breath work

  • Explore historic center: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, Casa de los Once Patios, artisan shops

  • Optional lake boat ride to Janitzio Island

Day 4 — Morelia

  • Morning stretch + breath reset

  • Day trip to Morelia: colonial architecture, music, and regional cuisine

  • Closing circle & departures

Special Add-On: Travel to San Miguel de Allende

Many of you have asked to visit my SMA home base?” The answer is Come on!

  • Travel to San Miguel de Allende via QRO, or BJX

  • Lodging and activities in SMA are on your own, but I amhappy to recommend or help arrange stays, tours, and special experiences.

  • This is your chance to experience SMA’s famous art, food, architecture, and community vibe.

Why Come?

This isn’t just a trip — it’s about sharing time together and deepening our connections:

  • Community: Travel with friends, family, and new companions.

  • Adventure: Butterflies, lakes, forests, and culture at an easy pace.

  • Wellness: Start most days with Lisa’s supportive movement classes.

  • Culture & Connection: Authentic experiences guided by locals.

  • Flexibility: Do what feels right for you each day.

🎥 Watch the Vibe

Travel Notes

  • Fly to León/Guanajuato (BJX).

  • Drive times:

  • Group shuttle can be arranged for similar arrivals.

  • MXN pesos for smaller purchases; cards accepted in many venues.

Packing Tips

  • Layers (cool mornings/warm afternoons, light rain jacket)

  • Comfortable trail/walking shoes

  • Daypack & reusable water bottle

  • Sun hat & sunscreen

  • Motion-friendly outfit for zip lines/ATVs

  • Personal medications (note: elevation ~2,000m)

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