What does an EPIC Trip Schedule Look Like?

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Day 1: Arrive in the beautiful historic city of Cusco. Take some time to relax and settle in as you acclimatize to the altitude. In the evening, the group will meet for a welcome drink to review our itinerary and prepare for the adventure ahead. 

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Day 2: Learn about the lived experiences of Indigenous communities on a reality tour of Cusco. Your expert guide will provide a deeper context to all the cultural aspects of the region. Head to stunning Laguna Piuray and enjoy paddle boarding. In the afternoon, learn about local culture with stops at some Indigenous community projects.

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Day 3: Begin your adventure today at the ancient fortress of Ollantaytambo. Take a short hike to visit the terraced ruins. Along the way, your certified tour guide will explain the historical significance of the site. Later, stop at the colorful artisanal market to learn about local art and textiles, before boarding the train to Aguas Calientes.

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Day 4: Wake up early to catch the best views of the famed Inca fortress of Machu Picchu. Your historian guide will lead you on a 2.5 hour tour of the ruins, visiting the temples, terraces and all the best spots for photos. For those who’ve reserved in advance, there will be an optional trek to Machu Picchu mountain! Return to Cusco in the evening.

 

Day 5: Enjoy a free day in Cusco with a variety of educational activities to choose from. You could tour the archeological landmarks with a historical expert, or learn about its pristine ecosystems with a guided trek to Humantay Lake or Rainbow Mountain. 

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Day 6: Fly from Cusco to the city of Puerto Maldonado and journey to your jungle lodge. Teeming with incredible wildlife, the Amazon Rainforest, is the most biodiverse place on earth! 

 

Day 7: Wake up early for a full day of learning about biodiversity and conservation as you explore the jungle with naturalist guides. You might enjoy a jungle walk to see the spanning forest above the treeline, head to a nearby Macaw Clay Lick to spot the colorful parrots of the region, or visit a lake to find monkeys, sloths, and river otters. Sneak through the forest on the lookout for peccaries or the elusive jaguar. 

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Day 8: After breakfast at the lodge, board your canoe for the journey back to Puerto Maldonado Airport and onwards to Lima. In the afternoon, you will arrive in Lima for onward travel or your international departure, which can be anytime after 8pm. Alternatively, you can spend the night in Lima and depart the following day.