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Experience Peru – 10 Day Tour
Gravenhurst HS | Corry Ziörjen
EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006
Explore a country with vibrant cultural heritage and four distinct geographical zones – coast, desert, mountain, and jungle.
Activities & Attractions
- Explore Lima’s colonial historic quarter
- Discover limeño flavours in a local cooking class- this will include buying our ingredients in the market as well
- Explore Incan ruins surrounding Cusco
- Travel through the breathtakingly beautiful Sacred Valley
- Buy souvenirs in Ollantaytambo
- Visit one of the human-made wonders of the world, Machu Picchu
- Learn about pre-Incan salt mines at Maras
- Explore the market in Puno
- Take a boat trip across Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world
- Stay with a family for a unique homestay experience on Amantaní Island, including a hike up Pachamama Mountain, a home-cooked meal, and an evening of entertainment
- Visit Huaca Pucllana in the centre of Miraflores, Lima, to learn more about pre-Incan civilizations
Trip Details
Accommodations
- 9 nights’ accommodations at 3 star hotels
- Double occupancy for participants
- Night 1, 2: Lima
- Nights 3, 4, 5: Cusco
- Night 6: Puno
- Night 7: Amantaní
- Night 8: Puno
- Night 9: Lima
Meals
- Breakfasts and dinners are included while in Peru
- Participants will have opportunity to buy extra snacks or meals on their own
Transportation
- Roundtrip Economy airfare from Toronto to Lima
- Economy airfares within Peru as needed
- Private coach bus as needed for duration of tour
- Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
- Boat trip on Lake Titicaca to Amantaní Island
Additional Personnel
- 1 Evolve Tours Director for duration of tour
- Local guides and staff as needed
Exclusives
- Creative trip programming and leadership activities
- Pre and Post Trip Curriculum
- Forever Green by Evolve Tours- Carbon Offset this whole trip (ask for details)
Insurance
- $170 – Manulife Youth All Inclusive Insurance Medical, Cancellation, Baggage and Interruption
Package Price is based on
- Prices subject to availability and change until contract signed
- Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
- Does not include airline baggage fees if applicable
- Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated
- This quote expires June 30 2024
- Happy with what you see? Sign a 2-year contract with Evolve and pay the same rate for two years. Ask us for more information. *Based on same group size
Itinerary
Day 1:
Travel to Peru
7:00 PM Depart on an overnight flight to Lima.
Day 2:
Lima
12:30 AM Arrive in Lima and transfer to the hotel (30-minute drive).
1:30 AM Check into the hotel and rest.
7:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
8:30 AM Depart for a guided tour of Lima’s historic center (Plaza Mayor, Lima Cathedral, Convent of San Francisco).
12:00 PM Lunch at a local restaurant.
1:00 PM Participate in a cooking class at Sky Kitchen, starting with a visit to a local market to pick out ingredients.
4:00 PM Explore Barranco for journaling and group check-ins.
6:00 PM Dinner in Barranco, followed by a return to the hotel.
Day 3:
Cusco
5:00 AM Early breakfast at the hotel.
6:00 AM Depart for the airport for a flight to Cusco.
8:00 AM Arrive in Cusco and transfer to the city center.
9:00 AM Begin a guided tour of Cusco, including Barrio de San Blas, Arzobispo Palace, and Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun).
12:00 PM Lunch in a local Cusco restaurant.
1:00 PM Visit the Centre of Traditional Textiles for a weaving demonstration and information on natural dye techniques.
3:00 PM Group activity for journaling and reflections in the Plaza de Armas.
5:00 PM Head to San Cristobal Church for views of Cusco’s red-tiled rooftops.
7:00 PM Dinner featuring Andean cuisine.
9:00 PM Return to the hotel for the night.
Day 4:
Machu Piccu
4:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
5:30 AM Depart by train to Aguas Calientes.
9:00 AM Arrive at Aguas Calientes and take the bus up to Machu Picchu.
10:00 AM Guided exploration of Machu Picchu, followed by individual exploration of the site.
1:00 PM Lunch in Aguas Calientes.
2:00 PM Return to Cusco by train, followed by a transfer back to the hotel.
7:00 PM Dinner and group journaling or check-ins.
9:00 PM Rest at the hotel.
Day 5:
Cusco
7:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
8:00 AM Depart for Maras and Moray, where you’ll visit the salt mines and agricultural terraces.
11:00 AM Participate in a local cooking demonstration with a focus on ancient agricultural practices.
1:00 PM Lunch in Chinchero.
2:00 PM Visit local textile centers and learn about traditional weaving.
4:00 PM Return to Cusco for a chocolate-making workshop at ChocoMuseo.
7:00 PM Dinner with homemade chocolates for dessert.
9:00 PM Return to the hotel.
Day 6:
Cusco > Puno
7:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
8:00 AM Depart via private vehicle from Cusco to Puno (6-7 hour drive with stops).
12:00 PM Stop for lunch en route.
3:00 PM Arrive in Puno and explore the town.
6:00 PM Early dinner in Puno.
8:00 PM Check into the hotel for the night and settle in.
Day 7:
Amantaní Island
6:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
7:00 AM Transfer to the port for a scenic boat ride across Lake Titicaca.
9:00 AM Stop at the Islas Uros, floating reed islands, for a guided visit.
12:00 PM Arrive on Amantaní Island and meet the host family.
1:00 PM Enjoy a home-cooked lunch of quinoa soup and vegetables.
3:00 PM Hike to the top of Pachamama or Pachatata mountains, with views of Bolivia’s distant mountains.
6:00 PM Attend a traditional dance and music show on the island, learning about local culture.
8:00 PM Overnight stay with the host family.
Day 8:
Amantaní > Puno
7:00 AM Early morning walk around the island.
8:00 AM Breakfast with the host family.
9:00 AM Travel by boat back to the mainland, stopping at Taquile Island for cultural exploration.
1:00 PM Arrive back in Puno and visit a local market.
3:00 PM Group journaling and check-ins in a quiet spot.
6:00 PM Dinner in Puno.
8:00 PM Return to the hotel for an Evolve-led activity before resting for the night.
Day 9:
7:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
8:00 AM Depart for Juliaca Airport for a flight back to Lima.
11:00 AM Arrive in Lima and transfer to Miraflores for lunch at a café.
1:00 PM Visit Huaca Pucllana, the pre-Incan archaeological site, for a guided tour.
3:00 PM Final journaling activity at Miraflores park, reflecting on the trip’s experiences.
5:00 PM Dinner in Miraflores and preparation for departure.
8:00 PM Return to the hotel to pack for the trip home.
Day 10:
Depart for home
7:00 AM Optional morning activity (beach walk or market visit).
10:00 AM Depart for Lima airport for the flight back to Ontario.
Afternoon: Arrive at the airport and check-in for your flight.
Evening: Depart on an evening flight and return home.
