Testimonials
Why Us
With over two decades as an Initiated Priestess and Spiritual Activator, I have gone through intensive training and have forged deep connections in magical places worldwide to bring you unique experiences, unlock your fullest potential, and to live a joyous, purposeful life filled with magic.
These are some testimonials from those who have traveled with us over the years.
Being fully immersed... allowing me to embrace the divinity in the sacred container... with lifelong friendships.
I have been taking classes and going on retreats with Michelle Orwick since 2014. Being able to unwind and let someone else do the planning and orchestrating for curated spiritual based events is well worth the cost. As it allowed me to be fully immersed and to embrace divinity of self in the sacred container Michelle creates with her presence and the community she cultivates. There were always fun surprises, activities and crafts, beachfront rituals, relaxing time to self, community, and excellent food. Lifelong friendships and connections were developed and have been maintained over the years.
Caitlyn Hemmes, PE
Executive Healer with OWI
ThetaHealing Practitioner
A sacred journey with Magical Michelle transcends the ordinary... her wisdom, love, and profound compassion transform the experience.
I have taken many vacations in my life, but a sacred journey with Magical Michelle transcends the ordinary. With Michelle, you are immersed in love, understanding, and profound compassion. Her guidance, rich with wisdom and deep knowledge, transforms the experience into one of personal growth and elevation. I highly recommend Michelle for the incredible insights she offers and the way she has up-leveled my life.
Diane Guercio
Holistic Beauty Center, Owner,
Esthetician & LMT
This live changing experience has aligned me with new passions and growth.
Thank you ladies for all you have done to create education and provide opportunities to go to Egypt. This has been a life changing experience. Even now I am returning to the oil classes, ritual classes and Egyptian Mystery classes to again be attuned and aligned with it all. I look forward to more and more opportunities to learn and grow.
In 2022, I set out to make friends. I looked at the Sophia Book group and saw Michelle's welcoming glow. I was making ankhs already, but I can't say that going to Egypt was even a thing for me. Even with my ankhs, the becoming was over a year process.
Like I said, a trip to Egypt was not on my radar. In 2020 I was selling life insurance! I was not making jewelry or working with copper or even thinking about tarot and astrology.
I look forward to the continued unfolding and the partnerships we will create. I am extremely grateful and while I am acclimating to finish my current studies and walk through the incoming gates of the future, I know you supported me and holding space, laid the groundwork for my becoming.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! So it was, so it is, so shall it be!
Erika Simmons
The 1st Lady Erika aka Cosmic Mama
Sacred travel with Michelle Orwick is an eye-opening, soul-enriching experience... it brings out the magic of sacred sites.
Sacred travel with Michelle Orwick is an eye-opening and soul-enriching experience. She not only brings the magic, myth and sacredness to life in the places you visit, she also adds her special way of activating the energies within your Soul. Michelle's meditations and activations come from a place of ancient knowledge. She will connect you to past lives lived in the sacred land and bring a deeper understanding of how those lives serve you in this lifetime. If you have a desire for sacred travel, do not miss an opportunity to travel with Michelle. She will open a whole new world wherever the sacred travel takes you. It is an experience that will enrich your life and make your Soul sing.
Diane Osvold
Author of Sacred Messages from the Guardians of the Earth
Traveling with Michelle Orwick allowed me to experience Egypt through an expansive and soulful lens.
I had always felt a call to visit Egypt since the time that I was a young girl. I had tried several times in the past to visit, but those times did not work out. I am glad that they did not, because then I would not have had the pleasure of traveling to Egypt with Michelle Orwick and experiencing it through such an expansive and soulful lens. I never worried about where we were going to go, what we were going to do, how we would have to get there. I knew all of that was taken care of by her and the team from Egypt Gate Travel. My trust and faith in their ability to guide and share this beautiful country's history, culture, and soul was rewarded. It was a trip of a lifetime and I have no regrets.
Lea A.
Senior Project Manager
A meaningful, soulful adventure I can't wait to do again.
Traveling through Egypt with Michelle was an extraordinary and spiritual experience. If you're planning a visit, a tour with Michelle is the way to go.
Her tours include private visits to Egypt's most sacred sites, allowing us to connect deeply without the distraction of large crowds. From the pyramids of Gize to the temples of Luxor, each place felt more profound and serene, thanks to Michelle's expert guidance and passion for Egyptian spirituality.
This trip left a lasting impression on me, and I can't wait to do it again. If you want a meaningful and soulful adventure, Michelle's tours are a must.
Lynn V.
Adventurous Wanderer & Sacred Seeker, turned Independent Travel Agent
Traveling with Magical Michelle adds another dimension to travel... it brings out the magic of sacred sites.
Traveling with Magical Michelle adds another dimension to travel. It helps you see and appreciate the beauty around you at another level. It truly brings out the magic of the sacred sites like the vortexes in Sedona, Stonehenge, Avebury, and Chalice Well in England. I highly recommend sacred travel with Michelle. You'll see some magnificent sites and deepen your esoteric knowledge, understanding, and appreciation for their wonders.
Jennifer Taylor, PhD
Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner
Embarking with Michelle has been extraordinary... eagerly anticipating our next journey to uncover untold marvels.
Embarking on two transformative journeys through Egypt alongside Michelle has been nothing short of extraordinary. Words falter in capturing the magnificence of the ancient temples we've encountered - each visit unveiling a profound sense of wonder. In the embrace of this mystical land, one can't escape the palpable presence of history whispering its secrets. With eager anticipation, I await our next journy, to uncover the untold marvels awaiting us.
Marissa Bailey
Creative Director, MagicalMichelle.com
A transformative experience... unlocked empowerment and self-love, deeply connecting me to my purpose.
Embarking on a spiritual journey to Egypt is a calling that many receive, but few are brave enough to answer. I was blessed to answer this call and spend 14 transformative days exploring the ancient temples and sacred sites of this land. As I walked through the halls of the Temple of Isis and the Temple of Horus, I felt the powerful energy of the divine feminine and masculine flowing through me. The experiences I had at these temples were nothing short of miraculous, and I was amazed by how much I was able to grow and change in such a short period of time. One of the highlights of my trip was the activation I received at the Great Pyramid, where I was able to connect with my inner wisdom and tap into the power of my divine feminine. This activation unlocked a deep sense of empowerment and self-love within me, and I felt a newfound connection to my purpose and path in life. The vibrations you feel when in this place is an experience you won't find anywhere else in the world. Overall, my trip to Egypt was a truly transformative experience, and I am grateful for the spiritual work I was able to do at the temples. I would highly recommend this journey to anyone looking to tap into their inner wisdom and divine energy, and I look forward to continuing my spiritual growth and evolution.
Julia Wilson
Transformation Coach and Photographer
From to awe of ancient wonders to the magical experience... the journey was spectacular and filled with unforgettable memories.
I had the most incredible trip to Egypt with Michelle and Marissa in December 2022. From the moment we arrived in Cairo, we were in awe of the ancient wonders that greeted us. The hospitality of our amazing guides to all the wonderful people of Egypt welcomed our little tribe with open arms and a warm smile as well as hibiscus tea. “Welcome home” was on everyone’s lips, and it truly felt like that. The hotels we stayed in were all first-class accommodations. From my room I was blessed to be able to see the Great Pyramids, which we would see up close on our final day, in a way I had not expected. On our first day in Cairo, we went to see the Red and White Pyramids and were able to go into the caverns of the Red Pyramid. Later that day, after a traditional lunch, we made it to the Step Pyramid, where we saw our first hieroglyphics. While we were still in Cairo, we traveled outside the city to the Bastet Temple, which we had to ourselves included a well that Jesus had created during his time in Egypt. What amazed me, as our guide, was the level of the water in the well had not changed in all the years of the existence of this well. From Cairo, we flew to Luxor and walked through the history of the Karnak Temple. While we were there, we were blessed to visit the Chapel of Sekhmet. The energy while walking to the Chapel was incredible. As a healer, I definitely felt the energy and that I had been there before. From there, we boarded our boat, which would be our home for the next 7 days, during which we experienced even more amazing sights, going through the Locks of the upper Nile to the Temple of Edfu, which was a magical experience. From there we journeyed to Aswan, enjoying the local water “taxi ride” to the Nubian Village for some shopping. The people and the culture there were wonderful. We were invited to go into a home there, which was unlike any other, in that they kept 4 Nile crocodiles in their house. Those of us who were brave enough got to hold a 6-month crocodile. The handmade crafts that were available were of excellent quality and were truly appreciated by those who received them as gifts. From there, we took another local boat to the Temple of Isis, whose rooms were spectacular. On the island there was a small spice market where I was able to pick up some rare spices for special dishes at home. On our journey home, we stopped along the river at other breathtaking sites, enjoying the meals and each other’s company on the boat ride back to Luxor. After disembarking from the boat, we went to Luxor Temple, which was spectacular to see the temple at night. The following day, we left Luxor and traveled to the town of Abydos and walked the grounds of various sites at the Temple of Seti. I can’t begin to tell you of the energies of these awe-inspiring temples. At several of the sites, we were able to come together under the guidance of our hostess Magical Michelle to offer our own blessings for the area where we were and to those who came before us and would come after us. Once we left Abydos, we arrived back in Cairo, enjoying the old area of Cairo, the old museum and the Christian area of old Cairo, where we went to the Church of St. George where Jesus and Mary, his mother, had stayed for a while during their tenure in Egypt. On Our last day there, we had the privilege of a private tour of the Great Pyramid, where we were able to go inside the Pyramid, just our group to experience the Great King and the Queen’s chambers. The trip, guided by Michelle, was nothing less than spectacular. Outside these tremendous sights, we had some side visits. My favorite was to the Essential Oil Manufacturer, whose family has been making such high quality and high vibrational oil for five (5) generations. It is one of the places you definitely want to bring some of the oils home with you. She will be going again in 2025, and I, for one, will not miss this trip. It and she are truly magical and so will be this upcoming trip. Will you be joining us?
Thank you for the memories I will treasure for a lifetime.
Linda Olsen
Grateful Mind Body, Founder