Peru’s diversity of wildlife, landscape and culture makes it a wonderful and adventurous travel destination. From rainforests and mountains to miles of coastline, Peru’s scenery is as diverse as it is stunning and your 4-week trip will give you the opportunity to see the best of it. Starting in the ancient capital of Cusco you can feast your eyes on the historic architecture before journeying to the heights of Macchu Picchu.
You will also be able to choose which one of our brilliant volunteer projects you want to lend your services to before your trip culminates in a trip to the world’s highest navigable lake with time for sailing and lodging with indigenous islanders.
Week One - A Peruvian introduction
You will spend your first week acclimatising to the Peruvian culture and ways of life; get to know your fellow travellers and learn a little of the local lingo.
Weeks Two & Three - Community volunteering
You can choose between working at a local school, orphanage or helping street children for your volunteering weeks. All projects are based in the capital of Cusco.
Week Four - Lake Titicaca
The dizzying heights and stunning views of Lake Titicaca are world famous, you will have the unique opportunity to embark on a boat trip across the lake and around the reed islands. The trip includes an additional stay with the villagers of an inhabited island.
What’s Included in the Programme
- All accommodation
- Two meals per day
- All activities / trips / visits stated
- Language school
- Volunteer project
- Bus trip from Cusco to Puno
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Activities other than those stated on the itinerary
- Airport Taxes
Prices and Durations
Peru Experience - 4 weeks £1,299
Peru Experience - 4 weeks Trekking Option £1,699
