
Trek to Machu Picchu
Sat 24 September 2022 - Sun 02 October 2022




- Reach the lost city of Machu Picchu via the Sun Gate
- Hike in the Peruvian Andes
- Follow the uncrowded Ancascocha route
- Explore the Inca capital of Cusco
- Optional Lake Titicaca or Jungle extensions
Your first taste of the Inca world will be in and around the city of Cusco, the ancient Inca capital. After acclimatizing to the high altitude by visiting local Inca ruins and Spanish Colonial churches, you will head towards the remote and uncrowded Ancascocha trail route
This unique alternative to the extremely busy Inca Trail is far off the beaten track, and you will see diverse and spectacular scenery as you glimpse a way of Peruvian life that has remained untouched for centuries. As you walk through these endless stunning valleys you will meet Andean farmers dressed in their traditional brightly coloured ponchos tending herds of Llamas and Alpacas.
Supported by our experienced leader and guides, the hike is slow, allowing for acclimatisation to the altitude and the opportunity to enjoy the unique surrounds and traditional Peruvian culture. The aches and pains will vanish at the end of each day as our friendly porters and chefs make life as comfortable as possible. Exhaustion will turn to euphoria as you step through the Sun Gate to witness Machu Picchu for the first time, making the blood, sweat and tears all worthwhile, and leaving you with memories to last a lifetime.

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Small Group Supplement Explained |
Please note that the costs and sponsorship levels listed on our website are based on a minimum of 17 participants on the challenge. We can run this trip with groups of 10-16 people, but there will be a small group supplement of $125. This is payable by your charity if you book under the minimum sponsorship or flexi options, and by yourself if you are a self-funder. If a small group supplement is necessary, we will notify you 12 weeks before departure. ![]() Note: All prices in CAD. |

Payment Explained |
There are a number of ways in which you can fund the challenge. Below are the options available: ![]() self funderThe full cost of this challenge is $2,650. You will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking and the final balance of $2,000 which is due eight weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022). You will receive fundraising advice and sponsorship forms and be asked to raise as much as you can for the charity with a minimum of at least $2,500. As you have covered the full cost of the challenge, 100% of this fundraising will be retained by the charity. ![]() flexiYou will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking, and 8 weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022) you will be required to pay a second contribution of $1,000 towards your challenge costs. You will also need to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship, $4,000 for Cuso International. You should send your sponsorship money to the charity as you raise it. At least 80% of the minimum sponsorship required ($3,200) must be sent to the charity ten weeks before departure (by Jul 16, 2022), and the remaining 20% ($800) within four weeks of completing the challenge (by Oct 30, 2022) unless stated otherwise by your chosen charity. In these circumstances charity’s sponsorship deadlines will override our standard terms. If you have raised the necessary funds, the charity will then pay the balance of your expedition costs (which will not exceed 25% of the minimum sponsorship target). The charity benefits by keeping the remaining sponsorship money (which will be at least 75% of the minimum sponsorship) and every dollar over and above that you raise. ![]() small group supplementPlease note that the costs and sponsorship levels listed on our website are based on a minimum of 17 participants on the challenge. We can run this trip with groups of 10-16 people, but there will be a small group supplement of $125. This is payable by your charity if you book under the minimum sponsorship or flexi options, and by yourself if you are a self-funder. If a small group supplement is necessary, we will notify you 12 weeks before departure. Note: All prices in CAD. what's included?![]() |

Payment Explained |
There are a number of ways in which you can fund the challenge. Below are the options available: ![]() self funderThe full cost of this challenge is $2,650. You will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking and the final balance of $2,000 which is due eight weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022). You will receive fundraising advice and sponsorship forms and be asked to raise as much as you can for the charity with a minimum of at least $2,500. As you have covered the full cost of the challenge, 100% of this fundraising will be retained by the charity. ![]() flexiYou will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking, and 8 weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022) you will be required to pay a second contribution of $1,000 towards your challenge costs. You will also need to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship, $4,000 for Cuso International. You should send your sponsorship money to the charity as you raise it. At least 80% of the minimum sponsorship required ($3,200) must be sent to the charity ten weeks before departure (by Jul 16, 2022), and the remaining 20% ($800) within four weeks of completing the challenge (by Oct 30, 2022) unless stated otherwise by your chosen charity. In these circumstances charity’s sponsorship deadlines will override our standard terms. If you have raised the necessary funds, the charity will then pay the balance of your expedition costs (which will not exceed 25% of the minimum sponsorship target). The charity benefits by keeping the remaining sponsorship money (which will be at least 75% of the minimum sponsorship) and every dollar over and above that you raise. ![]() small group supplementPlease note that the costs and sponsorship levels listed on our website are based on a minimum of 17 participants on the challenge. We can run this trip with groups of 10-16 people, but there will be a small group supplement of $125. This is payable by your charity if you book under the minimum sponsorship or flexi options, and by yourself if you are a self-funder. If a small group supplement is necessary, we will notify you 12 weeks before departure. Note: All prices in CAD. what's included?![]() |

Payment Explained |
There are a number of ways in which you can fund the challenge. Below are the options available: ![]() flexiYou will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking, and 8 weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022) you will be required to pay a second contribution of $1,000 towards your challenge costs. You will also need to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship, $4,000 for Cuso International. You should send your sponsorship money to the charity as you raise it. At least 80% of the minimum sponsorship required ($3,200) must be sent to the charity ten weeks before departure (by Jul 16, 2022), and the remaining 20% ($800) within four weeks of completing the challenge (by Oct 30, 2022) unless stated otherwise by your chosen charity. In these circumstances charity’s sponsorship deadlines will override our standard terms. If you have raised the necessary funds, the charity will then pay the balance of your expedition costs (which will not exceed 25% of the minimum sponsorship target). The charity benefits by keeping the remaining sponsorship money (which will be at least 75% of the minimum sponsorship) and every dollar over and above that you raise. ![]() self funderThe full cost of this challenge is $2,650. You will be required to pay the deposit of $650 at the time of booking and the final balance of $2,000 which is due eight weeks before departure (Jul 30, 2022). You will receive fundraising advice and sponsorship forms and be asked to raise as much as you can for the charity with a minimum of at least $2,500. As you have covered the full cost of the challenge, 100% of this fundraising will be retained by the charity. ![]() small group supplementPlease note that the costs and sponsorship levels listed on our website are based on a minimum of 17 participants on the challenge. We can run this trip with groups of 10-16 people, but there will be a small group supplement of $125. This is payable by your charity if you book under the minimum sponsorship or flexi options, and by yourself if you are a self-funder. If a small group supplement is necessary, we will notify you 12 weeks before departure. Note: All prices in CAD. what's included?![]() |

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Deposit installments Explained |
The first installment is due at the time of booking. The second installment will automatically be debited from your credit/debit card 31 days after you book. We can only accept payment for your deposit by installments if you book and pay online. Please note that when paying your deposit in instalments, a $15 admin fee will be added to your first deposit payment. You are unable to pay your deposit by installments for manual bookings or if you wish to pay for the first deposit over the phone. If you send in a manual form opting to pay your deposit by installments, your booking will not be accepted. ![]() |