The Mythic Rider: A 7-Night Fairyland Journey of Horses, Adventure + Feminine Empowerment in Cappadocia
Caftan Cave Suites
Nestled between fairy chimney’s in the beautiful small town Göreme
This small rustic-chic bed and breakfast is carved from volcanic rock like many dwellings in Göreme, the historical national park region of Cappadocia. Relax in one of their 9 uniquely designed cave rooms, all decorated Ottoman-style.
Enjoy stunning views of the valleys and balloons at sunrise from our terrace, with a staff that maks you feel like family—a perfect home all to ourselves in the center of Goreme.
Saddle + Soul:
A Beginner Horse Rider Retreat
October 10-17, 2027
Join us for a powerful week of horse-riding, ceremony and improving the most special relationship you’ll ever have in your life—the one with you
Awaken each morning with Turkish coffee, and settle on a private rooftop gazing at hot air balloons coasting across the sunrise.
Lighten the load of your heart with women’s circles, enhance self-love with tender mirror meditations, and reconnect to mama earth with hikes along red + rosey terrain.
Connect to inner fantasy FMC as you learn basic horsemanship, grooming, and riding techniques to understanding horse body language and how to form a deeper connection with your horse. Experience four days of valley rides, valley picnics, and building self-empowerment.
Marvel at underground cities and ancient ruins, connect to Turkish culture by getting to know our hosts, and nourish your body with all the Turkish food (oh so delightful).
Walk along rug + lantern shops, hike along insane volcanic terrain, face your fears in a morning hot air balloon ride, a surprise excursion, and four horse-back adventures.
In your down-time, cozy in your cave room to journal or read on the rooftop, or stroll the infamous town of Göreme.
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We took care of the planning, organizing, and nitty-gritty details, so you don’t have too!
Spend a week among fairy chimneys reconnecting to your self-worth + the healing power of these ancient lands.
Return home a little bit more YOU.
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What's Included
~ 7 Nights Accommodation at Caftan Cave Suites
~ 7 Locally-Sourced Breakfasts + amazing Turkish Dinners
~ Turkish Coffee + Tea
~ Heart Chakra Yoga + Breathwork + Sound Healing Classes led by EJ
~ Women’s Circles led by EJ
~ 2hr Sword Valley Horseback Ride with Grooming + Riding Technique Lessons
~ 1 Sunset Horseback Ride and Dinner Valley Cave Picnic
~ 1 Sunrise Horseback Ride
~1 Zemi Valley Horseback Ride + Valley Lunch Picnic
~ 1 Uchisar Castle, Kaymakli Underground City, Göreme Open-Air Museum, Pasabagi Carpet Excursion DAY TOUR
~ 1 Sunrise Hot-air Balloon Ride
~ Roundtrip Airport Transfer
~ Sun + Soul Welcome Bag <3
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Not Incuded
~ International Flights to Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV)/Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR)
~Lunch (so you can explore eateries in town!)
~ Gratuity for Staff + Tour Guides + Housekeeping
Retreat Leader
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Elizabeth "EJ" Brumfield
Elizabeth Jane “EJ” is the founder and retreat director of Sun + Soul Retreats. Her talent lies in creating safe whimsical spaces that allow for authenticity, inner healing, and the courage to show up as your true self.
She is an E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher Trainer, Certified Sound Alchemist and Certified Breathwork Facilitator: she serves as a lead yoga instructor for international 200 hour trainings and created a Sound Healer Training she hosts in Colorado.
A retired Study Abroad enthusiast and International Relations major, EJ lived and worked abroad for 4 years in India, Bali, New Zealand, the Maldives and Philippines. It was traveling, engaging in local culture, studying the history, art, music and eating the food of a country that healed the darkest pieces of her heart and empowered her to be authentically herself—her mission is to be a conduit for you to do the same
Her intention for each retreat is to empower women to live authentically + embrace their power. By adding ancient tools of ceremony during slow cultural travel (along with play and whimsy!) she hopes every woman returns home with sore smile lines and the feeling that she is gold.
She has been teaching, studying, practicing, and sharing yoga + adventure all over the world for over 14 years.
Sample Daily Schedule
6:30am Turkish Coffee + Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Gaze/Rides/Horseback
8:30am Heart Chakra Yoga + Mirror Meditation
9:30am Breakfast
11am Valley Hiking Excursion, Horseback Rides, Valley Exploring, Free Time for Lunch, Turkish Bath Time
5:00pm Gentle Yin Yoga/Women’s Cicles
6:30pm Dinner
*Subject to Change
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Cave Rooms
Private Room: Cave Suite
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Featuring a full bed, toiletries, a private ensuite bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.
AC + Heating, tea and coffee maker. Some rooms have garden views and some have terraces.
Package Includes all Meals, Excursions, Transport, Welcome Bag
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$3,750
Shared Room: Family Room
(For 2)
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This family room has two beds—a Twin and a Full.
Ensuite private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.
AC + heating, with a seating area, soundproof walls, toiletries, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a wardrobe.
Package Includes all Meals, Excursions, Transport, Welcome Bag
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Full Bed: $3,175
Twin Bed: $3,075
This room Shares 2 People
Shared Room: Family Suite
(For 2-3)
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This family suite has a full bed, and 2 Twin beds (upstairs in loft in room)
Private ensuite bathroom with a bath, shower and hairdryer.
Air-conditioned, heating, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
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King Bed: $3,175
Twin Bed: $3,075
Twin Bed: $3,075
This Room Shares 3 People
Call it In!
A $750 non-refundable + non-transferrable deposit is required to hold your reservation.
All balances are due in full on or before September 1st, 2027.
Testimonials
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EJ, is a very special human! The trip to Morocco was nothing less than magical. She provides this wonderful mixture of Yoga, adventure, connection and directed time for self-care. EJ has this unique ability to make everyone feel welcome and supported. Meanwhile, this trip of exploration felt seamless. If you are even considering a trip with her, don’t hesitate and book immediately. And, bring a friend. My sister and I did this together and created more lifelong memories. Your adventurous soul will be happy you did!!
~Erin, Morocco ‘26
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I attended the 2026 Morocco retreat with Sun + Soul Retreats led by EJ, and it ended up being one of the most meaningful travel experiences I’ve ever had. I honestly didn’t know what to expect going into it, especially since I had never done structured group travel before, but afterward I felt incredibly grateful that I said yes to the experience. There is simply no way I could have created something this thoughtful, balanced, and impactful on my own. EJ was absolutely the perfect person to lead this retreat. She brought such a lighthearted, positive, and grounding energy to the group while also somehow coordinating every detail seamlessly. She has a real gift for understanding what the group needs in the moment and creating an environment where everyone feels supported, comfortable, and included. The retreat itself was beautifully balanced between adventure and inner work. The meditation sessions, yoga, breathwork, and sound bath experiences were profound for me. What made the experience even more special was the group of women EJ brought together. There was such a strong sense of support, openness, and connection throughout the trip. Whether we were exploring, reflecting, or simply sharing meals together, I always felt safe to fully be myself. The entire retreat was intentional, uplifting, and transformative in a way that is hard to fully put into words. I wholeheartedly recommend Sun + Soul Retreats to any woman looking for adventure, connection, personal growth, and the experience of traveling alongside an amazing group of women.
~Anna, Morocco ‘26
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A year ago, I went on an amazing journey with EJ and the most amazing women to Morocco. 🇲🇦 It was life changing. I’m an introvert & I felt love whether I chose to participate in group activities or process my own journey. EJ is one of the most amazing facilitators of planning simply fabulous adventures! 💕
~Laurie, Morocco ‘24
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“I had been following EJ on Instagram for about a year and had been interested in attending one of her retreats. As soon as she announced Morocco, I was sold. It was a bucket list trip I had always wanted to take, and I’m so grateful that I did. Every logistic was taken care of by EJ, she’s organized, professional and calm under pressure; something I value from a leader and someone I’m giving lots of money to. Traveling to the exotic location was just a tip of the iceberg for me, it’s what I’m walking away with the is truly the icing on the cake. I came into this retreat not knowing a soul and I’m leaving with a handful of women that I consider sisters now. We laugh, we cry, we explore and we get out of our comfort zones; leaving as stronger women with a sense of growth at the end of our time together. If someone were to ask me if I recommend attending a retreat with Sun and Soul, my answer is 1000%!”
~Jen, Morocco ‘24
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Elizabeth, Thank you so much for bringing me in to experience both this journey and your warm energy. You are always a good reminder of what it means to truly feel comfortable, vulnerable, and love for one's self. What makes this retreat so special is YOU! Continue to lean into that to grow. Overall, I'll remember this forever!!
~Emily, Morocco ‘24
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This was the most wonderful week of my life and I will forever cherish and hold fond memories of it! You all are such magical and inspiring women and I feel like I’m leaving with a stronger sense of purpose in my life. I loved the strength classes, the yin/sound baths, the massage and Reiki, the MOST picturesque hotel, and being surrounded by such a great group. Kudos, kudos, kudos to all that you’ve done to organize this, from planning the schedule, to surf lessons to inspiring ceremonies. I will never forget this week and I will never forget you! I’m sad to live so far, but hope to share joy with you all again. xoxo
~ Natalie, Sayulita ‘22
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Thank you so much for a magical adventure in Morocco. Your light shines so bright and your heart is so big. You make this world a better place ~ Keep smiling <3
~Chelsea, Morocco ‘24
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A week full of love, laughter, adventure + healing! Thank you ladies for another absolutely magical retreat. I feel rejuvenated + inspired. You seem to always find the most beautiful places w/ the kindest people + most excellent hospitality. I feel spoiled by the practices + all of the love I was surrounded with this week. So happy to hear the next ones are already in the works because you 3 create such an inviting space + allow us to be whatever we need for a week. I love you all so much!
~Lauren Portugal ‘23
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Wow ladies. What a special & beautiful week. This has easily been one of the best in my life. THANK YOU for creating such a safe + welcoming space for us. I loved the mix of challenging + relaxing workouts. Sarah, you are so motivating, descriptive, and knowledgeable- it's been a blessing picking your brain. Alison, thank you for helping me shed things I have been holding onto that no longer serve purpose for me. I feel lighter + clear. EJ, your sound healings were so powerful for me; I've taken so much from this trip. I am coming back a grown woman.
~Nocona, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was amazing—I felt like it nourished my mind, body, and soul. Beautiful location and beautiful people! I'll miss the sounds of the ocean, daily workouts, the food, the people...Thank you EJ, Sarah, and Alison so much for all the work you put in to plan this retreat. It is something I will always remember and cherish! <3
~Megan, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was better than I could have ever expected. You three are the perfect combination to lead a retreat. I loved the balance of pushing myself physically, the yin/sound and the opportunity for massage and Reiki. The added bonus of Sarah's nutritional expertise was great, too! I really loved your energy as you worked together! The location (awesome) and outside activities were great too! Thank you!
~Tracy, Sayulita ‘22
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This week was absolutely PERFECT! I feel restored and my heart has so much happiness in it. You guys did an amazing job putting on such a beautiful retreat! Can't wait for the next one! Thank you! <3
~ Sammy, Sayulita ‘22
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I just want to thank you all for such a magical week! Spending time with you has ben incredible. Your energy is shining + made my heart so full! xx
~KK, Portugal ‘23
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Over the past two years, I have embarked on remarkable journeys to Croatia and Italy with these exceptional ladies and wonderful group of women. The meticulous design of each trip exceeds all expectations, offering a transformative experience from start to finish. Not only will you enjoy the beauty and culture of these destinations but also forge meaningful relationships that often become invaluable connections. I eagerly anticipate planning my trip for next year and sharing this incredible experience with my closest friends. I encourage you to prioritize your own adventure. Do not hesitate any longer. Sign up for the next extraordinary journey; it promises to be a decision you will cherish for a lifetime. Love you ladies 💕 Thank You 💕
~ Michelle, Croatia ‘24 + Italy ‘25
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Thank you for including me on the magical Portugal adventure! This retreat was the getaway I was craving. It was the best mix of planned activities + relaxing free time. You gals are building an empire and I hope to be along for all the future trips! xo
~Tay, Portugal ‘23
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The most wonderful week with the most wonderful ladies. I know we are all still on a high from our time together, from our meals, our accommodations, the scorching heat of the temezcal ceremony and of course the sun and sand in our toes. Your attention to detail did not go unnoticed. I could not have asked for a better Thanksgiving week. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You filled my cup - xxoo
~Denise, Sayulita ‘22
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When things are done with love it makes all the difference. You all bring such a balance to people around you. It's easy to let go and be free. Wish this could be a monthly thing! Thank you for all the love you put into this adventure. Eat, sleep, surf! haha! xx
~ Badger, Portugal ‘23
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I had a wonderful experience at the Moroccan women’s retreat February 2026. The retreat offered a beautiful balance of yoga, meditation, sound baths, adventure, and time to explore Morocco — all thoughtfully led by EJ. We also had unforgettable experiences exploring Marrakesh and the Sahara Desert, which made the trip even more magical. Although many of the women already knew each other, I traveled solo and immediately felt welcomed and included. The atmosphere was truly about women supporting women, and I left with meaningful new friendships and unforgettable memories. Once we arrived in Morocco, EJ took care of every detail, which made it easy to fully relax and enjoy the experience. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone looking for connection, adventure, wellness, and community.
~Trish, Morocco ‘26
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Wow. Wow. Wow. You ladies have made an incredible impact on every woman's life that attended this week. Thank you is not enough. This place you chose, the experiences you connected us to, the perfectly planned out days and the beauty + love you brought together in everyone makes it really hard to leave. I love that I got the chance to connect and spend with w/the 3 of you. You will absolutely be seeing me on another retreat! Thank you lovely ladies x a million! <3
~Lauren, Sayulita ‘22
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Trip of a lifetime to Morocco in Feb/March 2026. So easy - just showed up, everything was planned down to every last detail. Even meals were family style! I didn't have to make a single decision for nearly 2 weeks. Yoga should be a must for every trip! So nice to stretch and relax after a day of adventures. Highlights for me other than the overall experience with a lot of friends, new and old, were camel riding in the Sahara and a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Atlas Mountains. I would go on a trip with EJ anytime/anywhere! Highly recommend is an understatement.
~Holly, Morocco ‘26
6 Reasons to Visit
Magical Cappadocia
1. Mystical Landscape
Surreal volcanic terrain invites deep introspection and spiritual awakening, creating a transformative environment for personal reflection.
2. Ancient Spiritual Heritage
Underground cities carved into rock offer powerful connections to resilient spiritual traditions and hidden sacred spaces.
3. Meditative Hot Air Balloon Experiences
Floating above breathtaking landscapes during sunrise provides transcendent moments of peace and cosmic connection.
4. Sacred Cave Churches
Byzantine rock-hewn churches radiate centuries of spiritual devotion, offering intimate spaces for meditation and inner exploration.
5. Sufi Mystical Traditions
Rich Islamic mystical heritage provides profound philosophical insights and opportunities for spiritual understanding.
6. Natural Healing Energies
Unique geological composition creates powerful grounding and healing spaces for personal transformation and spiritual renewal.
Cappadocia: Where earth meets spirit, offering a journey of profound personal discovery.
Call it In!
A $750 non-refundable + non-transferrable deposit is required to hold your reservation.
All balances are due in full on or before September 1st, 2027.
FAQs
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Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV)
(limited flights, but 45 minutes away)
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Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR)
(more international flights, 1hr 30min away)
You’ll then find the common shared bus transfer right to Caftan Cave Suites (don’t worry, we will arrange this for you!)
*Please plan for your flight to arrive in the afternoon so you make it in time for Welcome Dinner at 6:30pm
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Perfect! This retreat is for those looking to create connection to their horse, live their dream fantasy life, and empowerment.
We will be riding with Cappadocia Cowboys (who specialize in riding lessons and excursions!)
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All $750 deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Absolutely no exceptions.
Prior to 60-Days, only deposit is kept. If cancelled less than 60-days out, no refunds are issued.
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Yes! This retreat is capped at 12 women.
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Yes! We encourage presence. Due to our ceremonies, excursions, and integrity of the group—partying/being hungover will rob from your experience. You CAN have fun sober, I promise!
