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DAY 7 • Machu Picchu DAY 9 • A Day in the Life of Izcuchaca & DAY 10 • Southern Valley of Cuzco •
Rise early to drive back to Machu Picchu, when Chinchero villages • GCF visit: Cruzpata Sacsayhuaman & Qenqo
the ruins are quiet and uncrowded. Wander the School • Controversial Topic: The Head south from Cuzco to Tipon, the site of ancient
sprawling ruins on your own, or, depending on Chinchero airport Incan waterworks that still function 500 years
which trails are open, choose to hike to the Sun Gate Begin our A Day in the Life discoveries in after their construction. Then, drive into the hills
or the Inca Bridge. Izcuchaca—a village where we’ll visit a local market. near Cuzco to visit the massive Sacsayhuaman
B,L — Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu or similar Then, ascend into the nearby mountains to enjoy fortress, which the Incas built from huge stones

Chinchero village, where we’ll visit a local weighing up to 300 tons. Then, witness Kenko, an
DAY 8 • Train ride through the Sacred elementary school (when in session) supported Incan worship site which also displays impressive
Valley • Colonial Cuzco by Grand Circle Foundation. Then, share stonework. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner at
This morning transfer to Cuzco by train and bus, lunch with the Chinchero community a local restaurant.
arriving in time for lunch at a local restaurant. followed before heading to a local weaving B,L,D — José Antonio Cuzco Hotel
This afternoon, explore Cuzco on a walking tour, cooperative to see how their preserving local
including the site of the Qoricancha Sun Temple and customs and giving back to their community. Here, DAY 11 • Cuzco • Lima • Return to U.S.
the heart of the city at the Plaza de Armas. we’ll discuss the Controversial Topic of the Your morning is free in Cuzco for making final
Please note: We will spend tonight and the next few Chinchero airport and how many are concerned its discoveries. Then, fly to Lima, and connect to your
nights at elevations above 11,000 feet. We recommend construction is eradicating ancient Incan culture. overnight flight back to the U.S. Or, begin your post-
staying hydrated while at high altitude. Travelers may B,L — José Antonio Cuzco Hotel trip extension to Southern Peru: Lake Titicaca’s Sacred
rest at the hotel if necessary. Landscape & Highland Culture or New! Colombia:
Colonial Cartagena & Mountainous Medellín.
B, L — José Antonio Cuzco Hotel
Please note: You will have access to a day room until we
leave Cuzco, but there is no overnight hotel stay tonight.
B,L — José Antonio Cuzco Hotel (day room)

Unique Accommodations

Villa Urubamba
Sacred Valley

Set amid lush gardens, the Villa Urubamba
offers easy access to the legendary Sacred
Valley. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant
and wireless Internet in common areas. Each
of the 21 rooms features a private en suite
bathroom with hot running water and a
hair dryer.
On Days 6 and 7, we’ll discover the ancient city of Machu Picchu.

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