10 days
Lima, Cuzco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu – Estimated 10 Service Hours
Meaningful. Sustainable. Unforgettable.
High up in the mountains where rolling greens lead to snow-capped peaks, you’ll journey into the remote villages surrounding Cuzco. As you explore the heart of Inca civilization, you’ll learn how locals preserve history, art and heritage, while also gaining insight into the challenges they face. Working together with community members, you’ll build long-term solutions to support economic sustainability, agriculture and access to education. As you foster meaningful relationships within the community, you’ll celebrate customs and help empower a village for generations to come.
  • Day 1: Fly to Lima

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport
  • Day 2: Lima • Cuzco

    Fly to Cuzco

    Travel to Sacred Valley via Urubamba

    Visit to Pablo Seminario Studio

  • Day 3: Cuzco • Machu Picchu

    Travel by train to Aguas Calientes

    Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide

  • Day 4: Machu Picchu • Sacred Valley

    Travel by train to Ollantaytambo

    Travel to the Sacred Valley

  • Days 5 - 7: Sacred Valley • Service Project

  • Days 6 - 8: Sacred Valley • Service Project

    As communities evolve, so do their needs. We’ll work closely with area non-profits and community members to better understand local challenges, while mixing in language lessons to foster authentic interactions with people in the community. Here’s a glimpse at what a typical day might look like. 

    • Each morning, you’ll take part in a language lesson led by your local Program Director. 
    • Spend afternoons putting your language skills to use during your service project with locals. Past projects have included planting community gardens and building pathways.  
    • Take part in cultural activities like cooking classes and learning how Peruvian farms operate to further your interaction with locals. 
    • Evenings are a chance to reflect, discuss events as a group, draw connections between the day’s work and relevant global issues, and continue practicing your Spanish.  
  • Day 8: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco

    Travel via Pisac to Cuzco

    Explore Pisac Market on your own

    Take a guided tour of Cuzco

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Korikancha Temple
    • Cuzco Cathedral
    • Sacsayhuaman Fortress
  • Day 9: Cuzco • Lima • Depart for home

    Travel to Cuzco

    Fly to Lima

  • Day 10: Arrive home

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  • Day 1: Fly to Lima

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport
  • Day 2: Lima • Cuzco

    Fly to Cuzco

    Travel to Sacred Valley via Urubamba

    Visit to Pablo Seminario Studio

  • Day 3: Cuzco • Machu Picchu

    Travel by train to Aguas Calientes

    Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide

  • Day 4: Machu Picchu • Sacred Valley

    Travel by train to Ollantaytambo

    Travel to the Sacred Valley

  • Days 5 - 7: Sacred Valley • Service Project

  • Days 6 - 8: Sacred Valley • Service Project

    As communities evolve, so do their needs. We’ll work closely with area non-profits and community members to better understand local challenges, while mixing in language lessons to foster authentic interactions with people in the community. Here’s a glimpse at what a typical day might look like. 

    • Each morning, you’ll take part in a language lesson led by your local Program Director. 
    • Spend afternoons putting your language skills to use during your service project with locals. Past projects have included planting community gardens and building pathways.  
    • Take part in cultural activities like cooking classes and learning how Peruvian farms operate to further your interaction with locals. 
    • Evenings are a chance to reflect, discuss events as a group, draw connections between the day’s work and relevant global issues, and continue practicing your Spanish.  
  • Day 8: Sacred Valley • Pisac • Cuzco

    Travel via Pisac to Cuzco

    Explore Pisac Market on your own

    Take a guided tour of Cuzco

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Korikancha Temple
    • Cuzco Cathedral
    • Sacsayhuaman Fortress
  • Day 9: Cuzco • Lima • Depart for home

    Travel to Cuzco

    Fly to Lima

  • Day 10: Arrive home

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & Transportation

    Your flights—covered. Ground transportation—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.

  • Hotels

    8 overnight stays.

  • Regional Meals

    Daily breakfast and dinner, as well as lunch on days 5-8.

  • Field Director

    Your bilingual, culturally connected Field Director stays with you 24/7 to handle all on-trip logistics and facilitates post-project reflection activities.

  • 10 Service Hours

    Earn up to 10 service hours that count towards academic credit and the presidential award.

  • Volunteer and Leadership Activities

    Participate in volunteer, leadership, action planning and social issue activities.

  • Guided Sightseeing

    Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from your licensed local guides while they lead you on sightseeing tours.

  • Entrances

    Gain access to local attractions, like nature hikes with your guide—we'll take care of lines and tickets.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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