Student Fees
DAY ONE - International Flight to Peru
International flights arrive in the evening.
Greeting by Interact’s Foreign Representative in
the airport lobby. Transfer to your Lima hotel.
DAY TWO - Cusco /Hotel or Homestay
Morning flight to Cusco, the archaeological capital of South America. The Incas called
this place "the Navel of the World." It's a picturesque location with all homes bearing
red-tiled roofs by law. UNESCO has declared Cusco as a living monument to humanity. Later,
explore the vibrant Plaza de Armas surrounded by historical landmarks, shops, boutiques,
and restaurants.
CUSCO HOMESTAY GROUPS
stay with host families who live in middle class residential neighborhoods. Homes are American-style and are more
comfortable than most can imagine. Host families are interviewed, carefully selected and monitored by our resident director.
Everyone speaks Spanish in the homes.
Students normally share with one other group member of the same general language ability.
DAY THREE - Cusco/
Explore the Sacsayhuaman fortress, with gigantic zig-zag walls of precise stonework, the mysterious carved rock of Kenco shrine,
and the Tambomachay Inca baths. Later, your is a special afternoon visit to a local orphanage or school, where you’ll
help the children with their homework or play games. Please bring basic school supplies.
Interact makes a donation to the local institution.
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DAY FOUR - Sacred Valley
Vilcamayo to the Incas, the Sacred Valley traces its winding, astonishingly beautiful
course to the northwest of Cusco. It's easy to see why the Incas considered the valley
as a special place. In the upper sector, the stupendous ruins of Pisac dominate the broad
alluvial valley floor. Stroll through its famous native market before continuing to
Ollantaytambo, a magnificent little town overwhelmed by a great temple-fortress that
clings to the sheer cliffs across the river valley.
DAY FIVE - MachuPicchu
A fascinating early morning rail trip and a bus ride up the mountain brings you to the
wondrous outpost of MachuPicchu, a remote fortress city abandoned by the Inca, reclaimed
by the jungle, and hidden from view until it was rediscovered in 1911. With altars,
temples, staircases, and terraces, this is one of the world's most extraordinary sites.
DAY SIX - Cusco/
Today, your is a special full-day visit to a local orphanage or school, where you’ll help the children with their
homework or play games. Please bring basic school supplies.
Interact provides roundtrip transportation and makes a donation to the rural institution.
DAY SEVEN – Cusco
Bargain for your favorite souvenirs and have fun with Interact's exclusive Guided Adventures. Your program also
includes a special Cusco Tourist Ticket which allows entry to tourist attractions you may not have visited yet.
DAY EIGHT - Lima / Return to USA
Morning flight to Lima, City of Kings, and the center of Spanish power for three
centuries following Pizarro's conquest. Visit the 17th century crypts of the San Francisco
Monastery. Then, on the brighter side, gaze in wonder at all the golden objects and
jewelry from ancient Andean cultures in the dazzling Gold Museum. Conclude with final
shopping in the upscale Miraflores Larco Mar mall before returning to the airport for
your overnight return to the USA, arriving on day nine.
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DEPARTURES
8 days/7 nights |
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NIGHTS
Lima
Cusco Hotel/Homestay |
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6 |
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MEALS
Daily continental breakfast and lunch or dinner.
Homestay families provide full board.
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