This immersive journey into the heart of the Sacred Valley, where ancient wisdom and living traditions offer powerful lessons in resilience, sustainability, and community. Students will engage with Quechua-speaking communities, learning how traditional practices continue to shape daily life, from agriculture to textiles to social cooperation. In Cusco, they’ll deepen their understanding of Andean culture while advancing their Spanish language skills through meaningful interactions. Hiking through breathtaking Andean landscapes, whether along the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu or the lesser-traveled Lares route, offers a unique perspective on the deep connection between the land and its people. Participants may also contribute to heritage conservation efforts at Machu Picchu, gaining insight into the delicate balance between preservation and tourism. This program blends cultural exchange, history, language learning, and adventure, leaving students with a profound appreciation for the enduring legacy of the Inca civilization.
The Inca trail is closed in February. December to March is the rainy season and some hikes may be impacted. June to August are the busiest months, with favourable weather but more tourism.Â
This program is easily adaptable to fit your timing.
Travelling at off-peak or shoulder seasons may contribute in keeping the costs down. Consider impact on airfare costs by travelling through other transit airports (such as Bogota or San Salvador) as opposed to Lima.
Many parts of the Sacred Valley, including Cusco (3,400m/11,200ft), are at high elevations. Students should prepare for potential altitude sickness by staying hydrated, acclimating gradually and speaking with a healthcare professional prior to joining the program.Â
Are you looking at adding a service learning experience into your program model?
We understand the importance of engaging students with communities through action. The problem with typical service learning is that it can create an incredible power imbalance between the host community and the visitors - often causing more harm than good. We are dedicated to changing the way service learning is thought of, planned for, and engaged in. We believe in learning service and interdependence, small changes in language that has a giant change in values and impact. Ask us more about how we are working to change the typical approach to service.
Sharing in the experience adds an important layer to the design of all our Global Learning Programs. We ask every program to share their experience through blogs, video highlights and photo albums. We consolidate and transfer learning through real time engagement.
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This immersive journey into the heart of the Sacred Valley, where ancient wisdom and living traditions offer powerful lessons in resilience, sustainability, and community. Students will engage with Quechua-speaking communities, learning how traditional practices continue to shape daily life, from agriculture to textiles to social cooperation. In Cusco, they’ll deepen their understanding of Andean culture while advancing their Spanish language skills through meaningful interactions. Hiking through breathtaking Andean landscapes, whether along the iconic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu or the lesser-traveled Lares route, offers a unique perspective on the deep connection between the land and its people. Participants may also contribute to heritage conservation efforts at Machu Picchu, gaining insight into the delicate balance between preservation and tourism. This program blends cultural exchange, history, language learning, and adventure, leaving students with a profound appreciation for the enduring legacy of the Inca civilization.
The Inca trail is closed in February. December to March is the rainy season and some hikes may be impacted. June to August are the busiest months, with favourable weather but more tourism.Â
This program is easily adaptable to fit your timing.
Travelling at off-peak or shoulder seasons may contribute in keeping the costs down. Consider impact on airfare costs by travelling through other transit airports (such as Bogota or San Salvador) as opposed to Lima.
Many parts of the Sacred Valley, including Cusco (3,400m/11,200ft), are at high elevations. Students should prepare for potential altitude sickness by staying hydrated, acclimating gradually and speaking with a healthcare professional prior to joining the program.Â
Are you looking at adding a service learning experience into your program model?
We understand the importance of engaging students with communities through action. The problem with typical service learning is that it can create an incredible power imbalance between the host community and the visitors - often causing more harm than good. We are dedicated to changing the way service learning is thought of, planned for, and engaged in. We believe in learning service and interdependence, small changes in language that has a giant change in values and impact. Ask us more about how we are working to change the typical approach to service.
Sharing in the experience adds an important layer to the design of all our Global Learning Programs. We ask every program to share their experience through blogs, video highlights and photo albums. We consolidate and transfer learning through real time engagement.
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