Hiking, Trekking & Walking
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Kilimanjaro and Peru
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Trek to Machu Picchu, May 2011. Peru
05 May 2011 to 15 May 2011
Our charity trekking route takes us through hidden valleys, mountain passes, along long forgotten Inca trails, and through small villages where they still follow traditional methods of farming. Our trek ends as we reach Machu Picchu by passing through the Sun Gate to view this stunning sacred city
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Across the Divide has created a unique route which only we have permission to use, away from the hustle and bustle of the main Inca Trail. We trek a previously unknown valley where we have helped to rediscover otherwise neglected ruins; constructed toilets to promote better health, and helped village communities which do not otherwise benefit from the monies generated by tourism.
Peru some of the most spectacular and varied scenery in South America. The Peruvian Andes are arguably the most beautiful on the continent. The mountains are home to millions of highland Indians, who still speak the ancient tongue of Quechua and maintain a traditional way of life.
Read two articles by recent ATD trekkers about their experience on the ATD Peru Trek: Pete van Dongen and Moira Furmage.
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Itinerary
Day 1- Fly to Lima.
Day 2 - Fly from Lima to Cusco, then transfer onto the Sacred Valley and Cachicata.
Day 3 - Today we have a tour of the Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo a typical Inca town. We then walk to our camp at Soqma.
Day 4 - Today we trek uphill, past dramatic scenery of waterfalls and ruins, to get to tonight's camp, the Inca Terraces at Corimarca. ATD groups are the only people permitted to camp here.
Day 5 - We reach the highest point of our trek today, with spectacular views of the snow peaks and the sacred valleys below.
Day 6 - We descend into the Elfin Forest, towards the Sacred Valley. Tonight's camp is at Camicancha.
Day 7 - Today we take a steep trail up to an old Inca watchtower. As we pass Wayras Punka with its abandoned Inca terraces, we can see the Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo.
Day 8 - We board a train for the journey from Kilometre 82 to Kilometre 104, then climb the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Sun Gate is perfect for a group photo.
Day 9 - In the morning we have a chance to see Machu Picchu at sunrise before back for a night in Cusco.
Day 10 - Fly Cusco to Lima, some free time to explore, or shop in Cusco before catching the flights home.
Day 11 - Lima to UK.
Testimonials
Brilliant - one of the best times of my life. Well organised, bring on the next one! Great group.
Without doubt the most incredible life changing experience I have ever had! I felt totally safe and secure in ATD's hands - trust me I was nervous before I left! Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate was so worth it. Thank you so much.
