We explore the famous historical sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the most impressive architectural expressions of the Inca civilization.

This exploration shows the best of Cusco in one day. We will descend from the fortress of Saqsaywaman down crossing the al leys...

We will explore the Spanish influence through art and the religious syncretism that the cultural encounter fostered. We begin with a visit to the first of the three Canicunca churches, before walking to the Huaro church and then heading to the Andahuaylillas church, where we will visit the choir and the museum. We will end with lunch in a wetland accompanied by native birds.

We will visit the community of Huayllafara in the valley of Lamay, stopping along the way for a briefing on existing conservation projects...