Peru Expedition
Mysteries of the Inca Empire
20 Days
- Explore Inca fortresses and the incomparable Machu Picchu
- Go white-water rafting
- Teach English at a local school, or tend crops with farmers
- Hike to remote Andean villages
- Meet artisans in their workshops
On Assignment Projects
Choose one of these On Assignment projects, and break into teams to delve further into your area of focus.
Photography
Create a series of photo-essays that captures the spirit of Peru. Set out with your team to photograph campesinos in traditional garb, old stone villages, bustling markets, and jagged peaks. Get a new angle on Machu Picchu, oneof the most photographed sites in the world.
Archaeology & Ancient Culture
Examine Inca culture—past and present. Learn about the iconic boulder masonry of the Inca and the preservation of ancient ruins. Meet indigenous people, and discuss how their age-old customs and beliefs are adapting to modern times. Reconstruct Machu Picchu during its heyday through writings or sketches.
Community Service
Work alongside villagers and a team of likeminded students on a variety of service projects. Teach English to students at a local school, help clear old Inca aqueducts, organize a soccer tournament with local kids, clean up a park, or improve village trails. Students will spend 20-30 hours on community service projects.
Apply now for this program or call us for more information at 877-877-8759.
