SACRED SOUND TOURS
With Sacred Sound Tours, we will visit a special selection of sacred sites, with a focus on sound, vibration and music. We will also learn and use Sacred Sound practices to connect more deeply to the mystery of the land and ocean, and enhance our innate capacity for wholeness and healing.
Upcoming Sacred Sound Retreats:
2026 - Sacred Sound Taos, NM - 4 days
2026 - Sacred Sound Dome, Santa Rosa, CA - 1 day
2026 - Sacred Sound Bahamas with Dolphins
(Swim with Dolphins in the Open Ocean) - 6 days
Past Sacred Sound and Meditation Retreats:
2024 - Sacred Sound Sardinia, Italy
Meditation Retreat for Women - Taipei, Taiwan
Sacred Sound Bahamas with Dolphins (Open Ocean Swim)
Silk Road Tour - China (with the Society for Anglo-Chinese
Understanding - SACU)
Terra Cotta Warriors Tour - Xian, China (with SACU)
Use Sound Practices to Explore Sacred Sites and Connect with Dolphins in the Open Ocean.
"Amplifying the power of sound with the energy of the sacred sites. And amplifying the energy of the sacred sites with the power of sound and vibration." Ilka de Gast
We visit locations with a variety of sacred sites. Places that foster "spiritual wellness."
Four Transformative Practices
During our 4 -14 days together, we will immerse ourselves in four powerful modalities for healing and transformation
Overtone Singing
Learn the ancient technique of producing two notes simultaneously in resonant sacred caves and chambers
Sacred Sound Practices
Five Organ Sound Healing, Essence Mantra, Lachi energy healing, and Humming Breath practices
Wisdom Healing Qigong
Movement meditation including Hip Rotations, Dragon Arms, Spinal Bone Marrow Method, and Chen Chi
Traditional Local Music
Enjoy traditional music and sound practices.
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Meet Ilka de Gast, PsyD
Ilka de Gast, originally from the Netherlands, now living in CA, is a psychologist, Qigong and meditation instructor, sound healer, researcher, and singer songwriter. Ilka leads Sacred Sound tours and retreats internationally.
While Ilka has explored many meaningful career paths, her true passion for the past 25 years has been to work with and teach sacred sound healing modalities from around the world, including the ancient art of overtone singing.
Let's hear what people are saying about the Sacred Sound Retreats
Thank you for an amazing week in Sardinia, one of the best weeks of my life. Thank you everyone for your love and laughter.
-K
It was a very profound week on many levels. Thank you so much, Ilka!! And thank you to everyone who was there, creating a very special community and powerful experience.
-J
Thank you, Ilka. Since I've been home, I've been incorporating the wonderful Qigong and sound healing practices. There were so many incredible moments in the week, but the singing of the Cantu A Tenore was out of this world, especially being in the midst of their circle while they sang.
-K
Ready for Your Sacred Sound Journey?
Join Ilka and a small group of fellow travelers for one of these once-in-a-lifetime experiences visiting sacred sites in mystical landscapes, or swimming with wild dolphins in the open ocean. All-inclusive accommodation and meals.
(Flights not included.)
Transformative sound healing experiences with Ilka de Gast, PsyD. Discover the ancient art of overtone singing and sacred sound practices.
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