Board your flight, and arrive in Lima late tonight. After you get through customs, your Tour Director or another EF representative will be there to take you to the hotel.

Day 1: Fly to Lima

Today, a local guide will lead you on a tour of both the modern and colonial quarters of Lima. Lima was once the center of “the New World,” and is now a bustling metropolis. The city is home to many of South America’s best museums, swankiest shops and tastiest restaurants. You’ll see the city’s cathedral, Plaza de Armas and Church of San Francisco, which houses a museum of religious art and some creepy 16th-century catacombs.

Day 2: Sightseeing Tour of Lima

Wake up and head to Lima’s airport for a flight to Cuzco, the center of Incan culture and a beautiful Spanish colonial city. The entire city is located about 11,200 feet above sea level, and boasts some amazing local food and shopping.

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Fly from Lima to Cuzco with your group.
* Check in at your hotel and do some exploring nearby.

Day 3: Travel to Cuzco

On today’s guided sightseeing tour, you’ll stop by the old Spanish Cathedral, La Merced Church, and the extravagant Koricancha Temple, which was once fully covered in gold and serves as a testament to the wealth and power of the Incas. Later, venture off to three separate Incan archaeological sites!

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Enjoy a tour with a local guide and your group visiting sites like the old Spanish Cathedral, La Merced Church, and Koricancha Temple.
* Venture to Incan archaeological sites such as the fortress of Sacsayhuaman.

Day 4: Sightseeing Tour of Cuzco

**Participate in a Service Learning project in Peru’s Sacred Valley.**

You’ll spend the day working in a local community on projects that support economic sustainability, local agriculture and access to education. 

Day 5: Service Learning in the Sacred Valley

Today, take a train ride through the lush valleys that lead to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” You will be staying the night at the foot of the mountain in the town of Aguas Calientes. Machu Picchu is completely hidden from the valley floor and is truly one of the world’s most incredible sights.

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Journey by train to the town of Aguas Calientes, on your journey to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”.
* Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu.
* Explore the perfect stonework of the Temple of the Sun, the fountains of the Royal Sector, and the views from the Temple of the Three Windows.

Day 6: Experience Machu Picchu

This afternoon, take a train ride back to Cuzco, and stop along the way at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Maras Salt Mines!

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Journey back to Cuzco via train from Aguas Calientes to Ollanto, and private bus to Cuzco.
* On the way, enjoy a guided tour of the Maras Salt Mines, a UNESCO site.

**Farewell Dinner**  
Say your goodbyes over one last dinner with your group.

Day 7: Travel to Cuzco + Maras Salt Mines

In the morning, take a quick flight with your group back to Lima. Enjoy a few final hours in Lima before boarding your flight home to the U.S.!

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Travel back to Lima on an group flight.
* Spend the afternoon in Lima.
* Fly home to the U.S.

Day 8: Travel to Lima + Fly Home

Arrive home in the late morning or afternoon from your overnight flight. 

Day 9: Arrive Home

* Airport transfers are included, so we’ll be waiting, sign in hand
* Flights are booked with major airlines
* 24/7 support no matter what time zone you’re in

You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

From Lima to Machu Picchu, you’ll be immersed in the land and culture of Peru. Connect with local communities in the Sacred Valley and learn how they preserve history, art and their heritage. There, you’ll focus on the archaeological remains of the Inca Empire and their lasting cultural influences. While taking in the breathtaking sights from atop the mighty Andes, you’ll also spend time working in a local community on projects that support economic sustainability, local agriculture and access to education.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* 8 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrance to Machu Picchu & other select attractions
* Service learning project in the Sacred Valley

* Hike to the Sun Gate for epic views of Machu Picchu
* Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas, rich in Peruvian tradition
* Pet llamas and alpacas; learn the difference between the two
* Explore Cusco, a modern city at a staggering elevation of 11,150 feet
* Visit several Incan archaeological sites, including the fortress of Sacsayhuaman

The single best way to get to know a single country or region. See the awe-inspiring landscapes and the bustling big cities, maybe pick up enough words to blend in with the locals, and definitely pick up strong opinions about the national pastry.

Wake up and head to Lima’s airport for a flight to Cuzco, the center of Incan culture and a beautiful Spanish colonial city. The entire city is located about 11,200 feet above sea level, and boasts some amazing local food and shopping. You’ll have time to explore this amazing city at the end of your trip, though! For now, continue the journey to Ollantaytambo with stops along the way at the Maras Salt Mines and Moray Ruins.

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Fly from Lima to Cuzco with your group.
* Drive to Ollantaytambo via Maras Salt Mines & Moray Ruins
* Check in at your hotel and do some exploring nearby.

Day 3: Travel to Ollantaytambo via Maras Salt Mines & Moray Ruins

Day 4: Service Learning in the Sacred Valley

Today, take a train ride through the lush valleys that lead to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” First, you’ll visit the town Aguas Calientes, based at the foot of the mountain! Machu Picchu is completely hidden from the valley floor and is truly one of the world’s most incredible sights.

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Journey by train to the town of Aguas Calientes, on your journey to Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”.
* Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu.
* Explore the perfect stonework of the Temple of the Sun, the fountains of the Royal Sector, and the views from the Temple of the Three Windows.

Day 5: Experience Machu Picchu

This morning, drive back to Cuzco and stop along the way at the famous Pisac Ruins! After you’ve had your fill of ancient architecture, grab some lunch and hit the road to Cuzco.

**Today’s Highlights:**

* Journey back to Cuzco via private bus, with a stop at the Pisac Ruins
* Enjoy lunch in Pisac before continuing to Cuzco
* Check into your hotel in Cuzco

Day 6: Travel to Cuzco via Pisac Ruins

Day 7: Sightseeing Tour of Cuzco

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Up the altitude and dive into jungles, cities and ancient ruins on this adventure through the heart of Peru. 

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