Arrive in Lima and proceed through immigrations, baggage claim, and customs before exiting the secured area of the airport. Your hotel is linked directly to the airport. Please note that this is an international travel day; no meals or program activities are scheduled. Hotel check-in usually begins at 3pm.

After an early morning breakfast and program orientation, transfer to the local airport for a flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival transfer to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion hotel which is about 45 minutes away and located between the Tambopata National Reserve and the shores of the Madre de Dios River. Simultaneously remote and accessible, this pristine haven is situated at the heart of a 439 acre ecological reserve. This afternoon take a walk through the property's nature trails, learning about the primary and secondary rainforest. This evening navigate along the Madre de Dios River for a twilight river excursion to learn about the nocturnal animals in the area.

After breakfast, walk into the Tambopata National Reserve through terra firma forest, towards Lake Sandoval. Then navigate by dugout canoe around this beautiful oxbow lake. Learn about the reserves conservation efforts, the lake formation, the water palms and the animals that inhabit this lake such as the endangered giant river otters, blue and yellow macaws, red howler monkeys, black caimans, and one of the world's biggest fresh water scaled fish, paiches. Return to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion in time for lunch. In the afternoon, take a 20 minute boat ride across the Madre de Dios River to climb the exhilarating Inkaterra Canopy Walkway and navigate the Anaconda Walk. The Inkaterra Canopy Walkway is a sophisticated and safe 1,135 foot network of seven ecologically constructed hanging suspension bridges, strung between eight treetop observation platforms above the forest floor. Originally constructed for the non profit organization, Inkaterra Asociación, to carry out conservation projects, this is an unforgettable opportunity to observe the rainforest from the rooftop and gain a sense of its colossal size. Ascend the first vertiginous tower 124 feet above ground, keeping an eye out for white throated toucans, woodpeckers, trogons, squirrel monkeys and the three toed sloth. Back at the base, follow the Anaconda Walk, strolling the seasonally flooded aguajales wetlands on an elevated wooden boardwalk. Come nightfall, under the cover of darkness explore the rainforest on foot as your senses heighten to movements in the undergrowth and the raucous sounds of the rainforest.

This morning enjoy some time to explore the property. Take a walk through Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción's nature trails. Learn about primary and secondary rainforest, its components, uses and transformations by humans, and its relevance for the world. See the cacao plantation, breadfruit trees, rubber trees, and more. After lunch, a short boat ride takes you to a local farm, where its inhabitants use ancient methods to grow their crops. Learn about local techniques of cultivation and taste some of the local products.

After some morning activity, check out and transfer to the local airport in Puerto Maldonado for the flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, transfer to the Sacred Valley, stopping en route at the Awanakancha Center to learn about South American camelids and products made using traditional and modern techniques such as dyeing, spinning, and weaving. Late this afternoon, head to the hotel and have dinner.

This morning, visit the local Urubamba Market and participate in an onsite discussion on the importance of the Sacred Valley as the "farmer's market" for the Inca Empire. Identify and learn about the fruits and vegetables that are unique to this region. Afterwards visit Maras Salt Mines and then continue to Chinchero to visit a local weaving community where we will learn which ancient traditions are still practiced by modern day descendants of the Inca. Enjoy a traditional lunch with community members. We will end our day with an ancient Pachamama ceremony led by a shaman.

After breakfast, take the train (Peru Rail Expedition) to Machu Picchu following the Urubamba River with spectacular views of the Andes. Upon arrival continue with a bus transfer to the Machu Picchu Ruins, where you'll have lunch at the famous Sanctuary Lodge, then continue exploring the ruins with a two-to three-hour guided field trip in and around Machu Picchu Ruins, including a site lecture. On your journey to Machu Picchu, you may take the following hand luggage: one bag or backpack weighing up to 08kg / 17.64lb, measuring a total of 62 in / 157 cm (height + length + width). Additional luggage can be stored in Cusco.

This morning, return to the ruins at 8 am for a second guided visit of Machu Picchu. Lunch back at the hotel then explore the 12 acres of exquisite grounds at Inkaterra, its location in the cloud forest attracts 214 species of birds. There are also spa services available at an additional cost. This evening meet in the restaurant at 4:30 pm for a lecture on the Rainforests vs. Cloudforests followed by dinner.

This morning, take the train back to Ollantaytambo and explore the archaeological site of the same name - Ollantaytambo. Have lunch at a local restaurant in Cusco and check in at hotel. This evening, you'll have some time to explore Cusco and have dinner on your own.

After breakfast, visit Kenko, an Incan archaeological site located a few miles from Cusco. Due to the lack of written records from the time period, the purpose of many Incan ruins is a mystery. Though, archaeological evidence shows that the Inca built the site as a "huaca" or holy site and researchers speculate that death rituals, mummification and human sacrifice were practiced here. Researchers believe that priests used the channels carved into the site to determine whether a person lived a good life by observing the route that liquid poured into the channels chicha (fermented corn), holy water, or blood flowed. Explore the archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel surrounded by beautiful landscapes in complete communion with nature. The stone fortress at Sacsayhuaman forms the head of the Puma design of old Cusco. It is a mystery how it was constructed since the stones are not found in the region and most of the blocks weigh more than a ton. The largest rock weighs more than 300 tons. Sacsayhuaman is constructed of huge polygonal blocks which interlock with one another so precisely a knife blade cannot be inserted between them. The last stop of the day is Tambomachay. This Inca site was used as a spa for Inca political elite; aqueducts and canals channel water from a nearby thermal spring into waterfalls that cascade into a small pool. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring typical Cusqueño fare before regrouping at the hotel for a presentation by a local expert on the history of Incan and Andean musical instruments. In the evening, join your group for a farewell dinner with folklore at a local restaurant.

Today, explore colonial Cusco including a visit to the Koricancha Temple and the Cathedral Complex. Lunch will be at a local café in the main plaza where you can enjoy the colonial architecture of the city. There will be some free time in the afternoon, before you transfer to Cusco airport for your late afternoon flight back to Lima. Upon arrival to Lima, check in for your international flight. There is no hotel night included on this day.