Inca Adventure:
from Lima to Machu Picchu
| Peru
Explore rich Lima, colorful CuSco, and majestic Machu Picchu!
Peru is a fascinating country full of contrasts. Rich in history and bursting with local flavor. Begin your Inca adventure in the bustling city of Lima overlooking the Pacific Ocean with its colonial and modern architecture. Explore Lima's incredible museums for an introduction to this colorful country and its storied past. Boat to an island reserve off the Pacific coast and travel to the desert oasis of Huacachina. Fly to Cusco, the former capital of the powerful Inca Empire and an archaeological delight with Inca ruins and stunning colonial architecture. The culmination of this journey is the fascinating lost citadel of Machu Picchu with its intriguing buildings and incredible Andean views. This Arcos Journeys program truly has it all!
Dates & Price
juL 05 - jul 16 (12 days) $3,695
Program at a Glance
Ages: 14 - 18
Minimum Group Size: 5 participants
Maximum Group Size: 10 participants
Focus: Active exploration, cultural & historical discovery
Level of Spanish: No requirement
Level of Physical Activity: Moderate
Accommodation: Homestays / Hotels
Airport Code: LIM (Jorge Chavez International Airport)
Program Locations: Lima, Huacachina, Cusco
What's Included
Room & Board | Onsite Directors | Excursions | Cultural Activities | Airport Transfers | Airfare to Cusco | International Medical Insurance
Highlights
Engaging and varied daily activities to learn about and explore Peru's diverse landscapes and history.
Overnight excursion to the magical city of Cusco, capital of the Incan Empire.
Guided tour of Machu Picchu, one of the world's greatest mysteries.
details
Airport transfers (LIM) by a program director.
Explore Lima's well-preserved colonial center and the contrasting modern sections of the city such as bohemian Barranco City.
Visit the Huacas, or pre-Hispanic ceremonial centers, of Lima.
Boast to the Ballestas Islands, the Galapagos of Peru abounding in marine life.
Lima is the gastronomical capital of South America. Learn to cook an award winning Ceviche!
Overnight excursion to Huacachina, an oasis in the Peruvian desert. Try your hand at sand boarding in this magical place!
Spend a day in the Peruvian countryside and enjoy a very unique "Pachamanca" experience: a traditional Peruvian dish baked in the ground with hot stones.
Fly with your group to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cusco for a truly Andean experience. At an elevation of 11,152 feet Cusco is a magical city and was the capital of the Inca Empire. It was considered by the Incas to be the navel of the World.
Hike the ruins of the lost Inca citadel, Machu Picchu! Set high in the Andes overlooking the Urubamba River valley learn about the stone architecture of this intriguing place whose true use remains a mystery.
Soak in the relaxing thermal waters of Aguas Calientes.
Watch a traditional dance performance.
Fly back to Lima to have a day to do some final exploring and souvenir shopping before heading home.
Tips & Advice
This program travels to a variety of landscapes and climates so pay close attention to the packing list!
Pack warm clothes for the high altitudes areas or better yet, buy an alpaca sweater in Cusco!
Comfortable hiking shoes are a must.
Read up on Peru before you depart. The more you prepare before you start your journey the more you will get out of it.
