9-Nights Peru Family Journey: Machu Picchu to the Amazon - National Geographic Family Journeys

Peru Family Journey: Machu Picchu to the Amazon
Introduce your family to the wonders of Peru, from the mysteries of the Inca to the amazing creatures of the Amazon. Venture into the colorful swirl of village markets and experience Andean traditions firsthand. Ride a train high into the mountains to explore the "lost" city of Machu Picchu, investigating its ancient ruins. Cap off the trip with a wild Amazon adventure, spying monkeys, sloths, butterflies, and toucans while staying at an eco-lodge nestled in the rainforest.

Highlights
Venture into mysterious Machu Picchu, exploring Inca ruins and hiking the surrounding slopes in search of stunning views, Visit a women’s weaving cooperative and a community-run restaurant to experience Andean culture, Discover the biodiversity of the Peruvian Amazon, exploring rainforest trails, oxbow lakes, and treetop canopies, Learn about the constellations of the Southern Hemisphere while peering through telescopes at the Cusco Planetarium.

Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts), Amazon Lodge (2 nts)

Group Leader
2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes
20

Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cusco Planetarium, Cusco Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Family Journeys Moment: Piuray Lake Picnic, Piuray Lake. Arrival transfer. Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo ruins. Guided tour of Machu Picchu. San Pedro Market visit. Machu Picchu Museum visit. Three-day (2 nts) excursion to an Amazon rainforest lodge. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.