Project Machu Picchu

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Lima

Arrive in Lima at any time.

Day 2 Fly to Cuzco

Explore this friendly colonial town. Wind your way through the cobblestone streets and discover the nearby Inca ruins, markets, museums and churches.

Day 3-4 Volunteer with Street Children

Volunteer at Inti Runakunaq Wasin, a drop in center for street children supported by Planeterra – the G.A.P Adventures Foundation. Play games, help with homework, teach English, help with the cooking, and participate in various workshops such as leather working and jewelry making.

Day 5-6 Community Volunteer Project (2B,2L,2D)

Spend two days in a rural community home to Inca Trail Porters and a women’s weaving cooperative developed and supported by Planeterra. Participate in the daily life of local families. Activities may include planting, maintaining or harvesting crops, learning to weave, building construction and visiting the local school.

Day 7 Sacred Valley

Travel through the Sacred Valley, including the picturesque town and Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo.

Day 8-11 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (3B, 3L, 3D)

Hike the ancient trail of the Incas. Local porters and guides ensure that the trip is worry-free. Fascinating ruins and spectacular mountain scenery fill every day of the hike. On the final day, climb the steps to Intipunku, the 'Sun Gate', to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu.

Day 12 Cuzco

Relax or explore the city or shop for souvenirs in the colourful Cuzco markets. Other options include visiting nearby spiritual sites of Sacsayhuaman and Tambo Machay, rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking.