Machu Picchu and the Amazon with G Adventures

Hello Curious and Glorious Women!

Women In Travel adventure is going to Peru! Join me for an unforgettable, women's-only journey through Peru in October 2027! From the lush depths of the Amazon rainforest to the peaks of the Andes, this 10-day adventure combines culture, wellness, connection, and iconic history.

I've chosen this destination for a few reasons. One, it's what I personally call a Safe Adventure. We will be with an experienced tour company, G Adventures, that have local guides planned for us at every stop and a full-time guide traveling with us. Their mission is to keep us on track and safe, we only need to heed their advice for incredible experiences. Two, the Andean and Incan cultures are ones with which I am not familiar. They date so far back in history, to see the impact they still have is fascinating to me. And three, the landscape and wildlife are WILD! I'm not sure if I've ever seen anything up close to what I've seen in pictures online. Seeing the Milky Way at 11,000 feet elevation is exciting, hunting for caimans in the dark is thrilling, and arriving at my lodging in a motorized canoe sounds spine chilling - can you feel the adrenaline?

We will start the tour in Lima and end in Cusco, Peru, with incredible opportunities & options along the way. See the Full Itinerary for an overview and dig into the Daily Itinerary for more details.

Here is a little bit more to whet your travel appetite, the inclusions.

Meals & Local Flavor

• 16 Total Meals Included: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 2 dinners.
• Authentic Dining: Savor traditional farm-to-table cuisine at the resident-run Parwa Community Restaurant in the Sacred Valley and enjoy an authentic lunch near Maras.

Unique Tours & Cultural Immersions

• Amazon Rainforest Lodge: A 3-day/2-night stay in the Tambopata Reserve featuring guided oxbow lake excursions, wildlife night walks, and a caiman-spotting boat safari.
• Cusco Planetarium: An evening under the Southern Hemisphere skies learning how ancient Inca cosmology shaped Andean civilization.
• Parque de la Papa (Potato Park): An exclusive Andean agricultural experience to learn about heritage seed conservation, traditional backstrap weaving, and natural dyeing.
• Sacred Valley Exploration: Guided excursions through the Pisac ruins, Ollantaytambo fortress, Maras salt mines, and the circular terraces of Moray.

There are three tour options in this itinerary. The tour cost is the same for all the options, $3149 per person, based on double occupancy. You can have a solo room, based on availability, at an additional cost of $619. A $350 deposit secures your spot. The deposit is considered a Lifetime Deposit with G Adventures, meaning if you cancel before final payment, the $350 becomes a credit toward a future tour (I've also had deposit buyouts when someone cancelled and then someone else joined the tour).

One, the Inca Trail.

Two, the Lares Trek.

The third is Machu Picchu by train.

During the itinerary, the hikers will split from the touring group.

You can learn more in the corresponding trek links:

1) Inca Trail https://www.gadventures.com/trips/journeys-machu-picchu-and-the-amazon/8246/

2) Lares Trek https://www.gadventures.com/trips/journeys-machu-picchu-and-the-amazon/8250/

3) Machu Picchu by train https://www.gadventures.com/trips/journeys-machu-picchu-and-the-amazon/10579/

Passengers can choose one of these three options, the whole group does not need to choose the same choice trek.

This tour is limited to 16 women maximum to ensure a close-knit group dynamic. Completing a registration form does not commit you to the journey, but it does get you a call with me to answer questions and discuss the tour.

LET'S GO TO PERU!

Disclaimer- Yes, some legal stuff

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However, it is subject to change and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travelers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure, you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

Machu Picchu regulations require all visitors to follow a pre-determined circuit within the site as a way to prevent overcrowding. The circuit-specific entrance tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. At the time of booking, you may select your preferred circuit, subject to availability. If no selection is made, we will book a circuit based on availability at the time of booking. All circuits offer the opportunity to enjoy the beauty, history, and impressive ingenuity of this ancient site.

TO NOTE: Travelers completing the Inca trail and 1-day Inca Trail will be assigned Circuit 3 for their guided visit of Machu Picchu, but will also have access to the panoramic viewpoint upon arrival via the Sun Gate.

Cancellation Policy 

• Cancellation 60 days or more prior to departure = Deposit paid will become a Lifetime Deposit (LTD) and stay on file in your name to use on a G Adventures trip in the future.
• Cancellation between 30 and 59 days prior to departure = LTD + 50% loss of final payment
• Cancellation within 30 days of departure = LTD + 100% loss of final payment

What is not included: international flights, travel protection coverage (required), meals not stated in itinerary, person travel expense, gratuities, and optional tours offered by G Adventures.