'Never did I realize before the full meaning, as well as beauty, of the words, The mountains bring peace, they are so great and strong, standing fast forever, that they preach peace to mortals vexed with petty cares.' On The Desert, Henry Martyn Field New - 1984 Desert Eco Tours provide a unique range of courses and workshops all of which are conducted within the desert environment for the ultimate Holistic Experience. Catering for all levels of practice, from experienced specialist groups that wish to focus entirely on their practice ('Holistic Retreats'), to introductory sessions performed within the realms of our additional desert tours ('Holistic Treats'). Sessions and workshops include Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Kong, Meditation and Meditation with Movement. Art workshops are in painting and freehand. Music and rhythm workshops are based on ethnic drums and flutes. All other holistic groups are catered for upon special request. Holistic Treats For those who wish to combine their desert tour with one of these practices, a Desert Eco Tours Holistic instructor shall accompany your tour and according to your abilities, he/she will lead or instruct you in twice daily sessions. These sessions will take place alongside the most stunning highlights of the day, standing on a beautiful summit for example or during a dazzling sunset. These are the sacred hours of the desert when spiritual awareness is highest and inner consciousness is at its peak. A 'Holistic Treat' adds a special ingredient in almost all tours. Optional Holistic treats are also available for groups who wish to 'Cruise Eilat' on one of our special, one or two day, Gulf of Eilat Cruises. Holistic Retreats For groups specializing in one or more Holistic Practice. Depending upon the preferences of the group these retreats can be of a tour nature or with a permanent base. A popular base is the 'Chan of Shaharut' which is a quaint Bedouin Style desert retreat center with modern camp amenities, situated near a small settlement in the Southern Negev (45 minutes from Eilat), above scenic cliffs that overlook the beautiful Arava Valley. In the Sinai Desert we can enjoy the warm hospitality of local Bedouins who will provide an authentic Bedouin tent for a base. For groups wishing to enjoy holistic retreats whilst journeying through the desert, we highly recommend our special Camel Tours. Their uniquely mellow nature best suits the spirituality of the desert. Instructors with groups should notify us of their retreat requirements prior to booking and we shall do our utmost to provide for any special requests. Holistic Instruction For groups travelling without their own instructors we provide local, English speaking instructors in all of the listed practices. In addition to Leon we have a small team of friendly instructors each dedicated to their specific field of practice.