Climb Inca terraces and wander colonial towns. Meet farmers whose traditions haven’t changed for centuries. Learn the difference between llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. Explore Cusco, the Inca capital 11,154 feet above sea level. Ride the train to Inca citadel Machu Picchu. (Both are UNESCO World Heritage sites.) Ponder the swift demise of the Incas and the unlikely success of Spanish conquistadors. Hear also about Peru’s recent history and current crises. Enjoy the beautiful Sacred Valley. You will long cherish the personal encounters and thoughtful conversations that you find along the way.
Refuse to choose between adventure and learning!