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MACHU PICCHU

An Andean outdoor adventure, Machu Picchu, and volunteering to help victims of the January 2010 mudslides… check this one off your bucket list!

With Cusco as our gateway, we’ll begin our outdoor adventure in a small villlage called Taray. Families in Taray are left homeless after mudslides hit in January 2010. PLAY it Forward has been invited to re-build farms and school furniture to help this village get back on their feet. Acclimate in Taray before setting out on a 3-day Weavers Trek through the Andes Mountains. Stop over in Peruvian weaving communities to get a taste of the culture and first-hand look at intricately woven textiles. In the majority of Peru’s towns and villages the weaving tradition is slowly being lost as cheaper synthetic fabrics are being introduced. Some important communities in the Cordillera Urubamba such as Willoq, Patacancha, Qelcanca and Cachin are trying to keep the weaving techniques alive by encouraging the young people to maintain this tradition. Your visit to these communities is important in supporting the textile tradition of Peru. Fully supported by a climbing crew, you’ll be free to take in the sites, sounds and smells of the Peruvian Andes.

Take the backpackers train to Machu Picchu where you’ll end this adventure with a full day of exploring an ancient civilization.

This 9-day adventure offers a very all-encompassing Peruvian/Andean experience! Don’t miss your chance to help out in this time of need.

Sample 9-day itinerary

Day 1 Lima – Arrival day, transfer to hotel in Lima

Day 2 Cusco - A.M. flight to Cusco, transfer to Taray

Day 3 Taray - Begin service project

Day 4 Taray - Complete service, closing ceremony, transfer to Sacred Valley

Day 5 Andes - Begin Weavers Trek at Yanahuara (8500′), Quishuarani (14,400′), Cuncani (13,500′), camp

Day 6 Andes - Continue Weavers Trek through Aruraycocha (9850′), camp

Day 7 Andes - Finish Weavers Trek at Yanahuara (8500′), return to Sacred Valley, final dinner

Day 8 Machu Picchu – Backpacker train to Machu Picchu, return to Cusco

Day 9 Lima – Fly to Lima, depart

For a complete itinerary contact the PLAY it Forward office: 651.493.8817 or info@pifadventures.com.

Tour Dates

May 27 - June 5, 2011 - “WEAVERS TREK / MACHU PICCHU”

Aug 26 – Sept 4, 2011 – “WEAVERS TREK / MACHU PICCHU”

Custom adventures are also avilable for groups of 8 or more.

Tour Details

Group size: 8 minimum, 15 maximum

Transportation: Plane, hiking, bus, train

Accommodations: Hotels, camping – Libertador Valle Sagrado

Activity Level: Level 4 – a moderate to high level of physical fitness is required

Culture Shock: Level 4 – a moderate to high level of culture shock may be experienced

Comfort Level: Level 4/1 – a moderate level of comfort is offered; low level during camping

Tour Cost

Land cost: Call 651.493.8817 for pricing information.

Inclusions: In-country airfare to Cusco, transportation, translation, accommodations, most meals, climbing crew, equipment for camping, park entrance fees, materials associated with volunteer service project, guide tips.

Exclusions: International airfare, travel insurance, some meals, airport departure tax, personal camping equipment, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, souvenirs.

Additional Spending: $250.00 USD

Travel Insurance Coverage / Cost: See our links on the sidebar indicated by the red cross

Rates are determined by age; travel insurance may be facilitated through PIF Adventures

Single Supplement: All participants must place their request for single rooms at time of registration, additional cost is be determined at the time of booking, PIF cannot guarantee the availability of single rooms.