This 10-day Andes trek offers a premium journey from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Instead of camping, travelers stay in comfortable mountain lodges and select partner hotels. This setup beautifully unites nature, authenticity, and daily comfort, allowing guests to explore Peru’s high altitudes and valleys while enjoying real beds and hot showers every single night.
The itinerary delivers a fully immersive experience by blending cultural discoveries with active hiking. For the first three days, the schedule is completely customizable to your preferences, which ensures a tailored adventure while helping travelers safely acclimatize to the elevation.
Later, the route descends into the lush cloud forest, following ancient Inca trails, passing coffee plantations, and culminating with a comprehensive guided tour of the Machu Picchu citadel. Supported by full board and expert bilingual guides, this trip manages all logistics seamlessly, providing a memorable, well-organized expedition through Peru’s most remarkable historical sites.
Full itinerary: Andean camelids at Wayllarcocha, the Pisac market, Ancasmarca, a Lares community visit, the Qori Maki center, a Pachamama ceremony, Pumamarka, Ollantaytambo, Quillarumiyoc, Humantay Lake, the Salkantay Pass, the Santa Teresa River valley, an organic coffee plantation, the Inca site of Llactapata, and a guided tour of Machu Picchu.
Hiking in the Andes up to 4,636 m: the Salkantay Pass on Day 6 comes after two nights at 3,869 m and the Humantay Lake hike (4.9 km round trip, 435 m of climbing) to help you acclimatize.
A section of the Qhapaq Ñan to Lucma Lodge, then original Inca steps over the Llactapata Pass (2,736 m) for a rare southeast view of Machu Picchu.
Andean villages on the route: visit the villages of Viacha and Huilloq, plus Huacahuasi Lodge, an accommodation built and run in partnership with the local community.
7 nights in six mountain lodges (Lamay, Huacahuasi, Salkantay, Wayra, Colpa, and Lucma), each with an outdoor hot tub.
Activities guided by bilingual (English and Spanish) local guides with an average of at least 15 years’ experience in the mountains, all certified in Wilderness First Aid.
All-inclusive experience: all transport throughout, 9 nights of lodging, all meals, house drinks at the lodges, the trains to and from Aguas Calientes, entrance fees, the guided Machu Picchu visit, luggage carried on the trek, and staff gratuities at the lodges.
Please note: Schedules and route options remain flexible based on weather conditions, trail status, and local availability. The guide confirms each day’s plan on the ground. One day before official departure, meet with your guide and fellow travelers for a general briefing and Q&A.
Itinerary
Day 1
Wayllarcocha / Pisac Market or Amaru–Viacha Hike / Lamay Lodge
TransferCusco → Wayllarcocha → Pisac
Cultural optionPisac town, market, botanical garden, and artisan fair
Hike optionAmaru → Viacha · ~5 km · moderate · max 4,328 m
OvernightLamay Lodge · 2,958 m
The first day of this Andes mountains tour starts with a stop at Wayllarcocha to see the Andean camelids that live in the area. Then the group chooses how to explore Pisac.
The cultural option stays in town: a traditional oven, the local market, the botanical garden, and the artisan fair, a good place to browse Andean textiles. The active option is a moderate hike on old mountain paths from Amaru to Viacha, about 5 km over the Challwacasa Pass, with a high point of 4,328 m and wide views of the valley.
Afterwards, the outdoor hot tub and the bar at Lamay Lodge fill the late afternoon before a traditional Pachamanca dinner, the Andean feast cooked underground with hot stones.
Meals included: Lunch / Dinner
Day 2
Lamay / Ancasmarca / Lares Community Visit or Valley Hike / Huacahuasi Lodge
Group visitLamay town + Ancasmarca Inca storehouses
Cultural optionLunch with a remote Lares community
Hike optionsQuelquena → Huacahuasi · 3.4 km · ~2.5h, or Cuncani → Huacahuasi · 5.4 km · ~4h · max 4,219 m
OvernightHuacahuasi Lodge · 3,835 m
After a short visit to the town of Lamay, the road climbs into the Lares Valley in the Andean highland. The first stop is Ancasmarca, a rarely visited site where Inca storehouses and farming terraces show how the empire managed its harvests.
Then you choose again. The cultural option visits a remote village to share lunch and learn about local traditions. Hikers take one of two valley trails: Quelquena to Huacahuasi (3.4 km in about 2.5 hours with 287 m of climbing) or Cuncani to Huacahuasi over the Cruzccasa Pass (5.4 km in about 4 hours, 438 m up and 378 m down, with a high point of 4,219 m).
The whole group meets again at Huacahuasi Lodge for dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 3
Qori Maki / Pachamama Ceremony or Hike to Pumamarka / Ollantaytambo
Cultural optionHuilloq shepherds + Pachamama ceremony
Hike optionMarcacocha → Pumamarka · Moderate
Group lunchPumamarka Inca site, then Ollantaytambo
OvernightPartner hotel in Ollantaytambo · 2,830 m
After breakfast, the group visits the Qori Maki Interpretation Center, part of the Yanapana Foundation, where local projects in sustainability and community development in the Andes are explained.
Next, visit the village of Huilloq and its sheep-herding community to take part in a traditional ceremony honoring Pachamama (Mother Earth), or take the moderate hike from Marcacocha to Pumamarka.
Everyone meets at Pumamarka for lunch, then drives to Ollantaytambo to walk its Inca stone streets before dinner at the hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4
Quillarumiyoc / Farmhouse Lunch in Mollepata / Camino Real Hike to Soraypampa
Group visitQuillarumiyoc archaeological site + Mollepata village
LunchEl Pedregal farmhouse, Mollepata
HikeChallacancha → Salkantay Lodge · 5.9 km · ~3h · Easy to moderate · +328 m
OvernightSalkantay Lodge · 3,869 m
Leaving the Sacred Valley, the road stops at the Quillarumiyoc archaeological site and continues to the mountain village of Mollepata. Lunch is at El Pedregal, a farmhouse where you learn about local farming and livestock.
After lunch, a winding mountain road climbs to Challacancha, where the hike to Salkantay Lodge at Soraypampa begins on the Camino Real (5.9 km in about 3 hours, easy to moderate, with about 328 m of climbing).
The hike is recommended for acclimatization, but you can ride to the lodge by vehicle instead. From here on, this is trekking in the Peruvian Andes, with Salkantay Peak (6,271 m) in full view from the lodge.
Meals included: Lunch / Dinner
Day 5
Humantay Lake Hike / Pachamama Offering / Afternoon at Salkantay Lodge
HikeSalkantay Lodge ⇌ Humantay Lake · 4.9 km round trip · ~4h · Moderate · +435 m
Ceremonytraditional offering to Pachamama at the lake
Optional2-hour horseback ride in Soraypampa · Extra cost
OvernightSalkantay Lodge · 3,869 m
After breakfast, the trail climbs the slopes behind Salkantay Lodge. About 1.5 hours later, reach the turquoise water of Humantay Lake below the Humantay glacier, with time for a snack, some quiet, and a traditional ceremony honoring Pachamama.
Back at the lodge, enjoy lunch and a free afternoon. The outdoor hot tub faces Salkantay Peak at sunset, and a massage or a 2-hour horseback ride in Soraypampa can be booked at extra cost.
The Humantay hike is optional, but it is the best preparation for the next day’s pass, so it is strongly recommended.
Elevation+801 m / −754 m · high point 4,636 m
OptionalHorseback ride halfway up the pass · ~3h · Extra cost
OvernightWayra Lodge · 3,906 m
The sixth day of your Andes trek takes you up the Río Blanco valley around Humantay Peak, across wide highland plateaus scattered with boulders left by old glacial waters. The last stretch is the hardest: a series of steep switchbacks to the Salkantay Pass at 4,636 m, the high point of the trip.
From the pass, the trail drops through fields of boulders, often in mist, to Wayra Lodge at Wayraccmachay. The rest of the afternoon is free.
If you want help on the steepest part, an optional horse ride up halfway to the pass (approx. 3 hours) is available at an additional charge when booked the prior evening.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 7
Descent into the Cloud Forest / Pachamanca Lunch at Colpa Lodge
HikeWayra Lodge → Colpa Lodge · 8.4 km · ~3–4h · Easy to moderate · −1,063 m
LunchPachamanca at Colpa Lodge
OvernightColpa Lodge · 2,870 m
After a slow breakfast at Wayra Lodge, the trail follows the Salkantay River down toward the high cloud forest. The landscape turns green fast, with butterflies and orchids along the way, passing by the homes of local Andean families.
Reach Colpa Lodge around midday to enjoy a Pachamanca cooked underground with hot stones. The afternoon is free for relaxing and contemplating the beautiful mountain view.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 8
Santa Teresa River Valley / Qhapaq Ñan to Lucma Lodge / Coffee Plantation
HikeSanta Teresa River valley · ~4h · Moderate to challenging
Inca roadQhapaq Ñan steps · Playa → Lucma Lodge · 1.6 km · +105 m
VisitOrganic coffee plantation in Lucmabamba
OvernightLucma Lodge · 2,135 m
The trail follows the Santa Teresa River valley, across streams fed by glacier waterfalls and through fruit orchards. After a break by the river and one more hour of walking, a vehicle drives you a short way to the foot of the old Inca steps that climb to Lucma Lodge.
Those steps are a section of the Qhapaq Ñan, the road network of the Inca Empire: about 1.6 km with 105 m of climbing to the lodge. After lunch, visit an organic coffee plantation.
In Lucmabamba the air turns warm and humid, a sign that the Amazon is close. The day ends in the hot tub with a house cocktail.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 9
Llactapata Pass / First Views of Machu Picchu / Train to Aguas Calientes
HikeLucma Lodge → Llactapata → Hidroeléctrica · 10 km · ~4–6h · Moderate to challenging
Elevation+719 m / −1,053 m · Llactapata Pass 2,736 m
TrainHidroeléctrica → Aguas Calientes · ~1h
Overnightpartner hotel in Aguas Calientes · 2,040 m
The last full hiking day starts with a 2- to 3-hour climb through the cloud forest on original Inca steps. At the Llactapata Pass (2,736 m), get a rare southeast view of Machu Picchu before stopping at a mountain lookout.
The descent crosses bamboo forest, fruit orchards, and coffee plantations to the Aobamba River and Hidroeléctrica, where you have lunch before a 1-hour train ride to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 10
Machu Picchu Guided Tour / Optional Huayna Picchu Hike / Return to Cusco
Shuttle busAguas Calientes → Machu Picchu citadel
Guided tour~2h · citadel at 2,400 m
OptionalHuayna Picchu · 4.1 km round trip · ~3h · Challenging · +255 m · Extra cost
ReturnTrain to Ollantaytambo + Road to Cusco · ~1h30 each
An early bus climbs through the cloud forest to the citadel. Your guide leads a 2-hour tour of Machu Picchu in the Andes, the most iconic Inca citadel in Peru, and explains its history as you walk.
Afterwards, you can take the Huayna Picchu hike to 2,720 m (4.1 km round trip in about 3 hours), with views from the Urubamba River valley to the edge of the Amazon Basin. The permit costs extra; if it is sold out, Machu Picchu Mountain (3,082 m) is the alternative.
After lunch in Aguas Calientes, the train returns to Ollantaytambo (about 1.5 hours), and a vehicle drives you to your Cusco hotel (about 1.5 hours). You should arrive by 7 PM, marking the end of your Andes trek.
Meals included: Breakfast / Lunch
What is Included
Round-trip transfer (Cusco ⇌ Sacred Valley, Lares, Mollepata, and Machu Picchu), with all transport of the standard itinerary from Day 1 to Day 10
9-night stay: 7 nights in mountain lodges (Lamay, Huacahuasi, 2 nights at Salkantay, Wayra, Colpa, and Lucma), 1 night at a partner hotel in Ollantaytambo, and 1 night at a partner hotel in Aguas Calientes
Meals (full board, from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 10)
Drinks at the mountain lodges: soft drinks and a house selection of beer, wine, and spirits
Guided visit of Machu Picchu, with entrance and the shuttle bus to and from the citadel
Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and points of interest on the itinerary
Pre-trip briefing in Cusco the evening before Day 1
Luggage carried on the trek by pack horses or mules and/or porters
Gratuities for staff at the mountain lodges and in the field
Wi-Fi at all lodges and hotels + a reusable water bottle
Guided tours (Pisac, the Viacha hike, Ancasmarca, a Lares community visit or valley hikes, Qori Maki, the Pachamama ceremony or the Pumamarka hike, Ollantaytambo, Quillarumiyoc and Mollepata, Humantay Lake, the Salkantay Pass, the Santa Teresa valley and the coffee plantation, Llactapata, and Machu Picchu)
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish) for the whole standard itinerary, with an assistant guide depending on group size
Not included
Flight tickets (international and to or from Cusco)
Cusco airport transfers (can be arranged at extra cost)
Hotel nights in Cusco before and after the trip
Travel insurance with adventure-activity cover (mandatory)
Drinks at the partner hotels in Ollantaytambo/Aguas Calientes, and premium wines and spirits at the lodges
Massages and laundry
Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain permits
Horseback rides and the Chakana Inca Cross horseback excursion
Gratuities for guides and for partner hotel staff
Peru’s 18% IGV tax on meals and lodging, which applies only to Peruvians, foreign residents, and travelers staying in Peru for 60 days or more
Seven of the nine nights on this Andes trek are spent in six mountain lodges along the route, so you walk from one to the next while your luggage is moved for you. The other two nights are in partner hotels in Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, where the route meets the road and the train.
The lodges pair traditional Inca building techniques with hot showers, goose-down bedding, and outdoor hot tubs, plus warm towels and refreshments in the afternoon and hot-water bottles and herb-infused pillows at night.
Colpa Lodge
With 6 rooms, Colpa Lodge stands on a promontory in the cloud forest where three rivers meet. Bathed in afternoon sunlight, it features an outdoor hot tub with direct views of the surrounding green mountains.
Huacahuasi Lodge
Huacahuasi Lodge stands on the mountainside beside the village of Huacahuasi in Lares, at 3,835 m, and hosts nights 3 and 4. It was built and is run in partnership with the local community.
Soaring ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows face the valley, and every guest room has its own private outdoor hot tub for sunsets and star-filled skies. The Day 4 cooking class takes place in its kitchen.
Lamay Lodge
Situated at 2,958 m in the Sacred Valley, Lamay Lodge features guest rooms surrounded by vibrant, flower-filled gardens and pastoral views. At the end of Days 1 and 2, guests gather in the central garden around the outdoor hot tub and fire pit.
At nearly 900 m below Huacahuasi, Lamay Lodge provides a lower, more comfortable elevation to begin your journey to Machu Picchu. Guests can relax by the bar or in cozy indoor nooks on cooler nights, and it also hosts the traditional Pachamanca feast on Day 2.
Salkantay Lodge
With 12 rooms, Salkantay Lodge sits on the flat valley floor of the Río Blanco with an unobstructed view of Salkantay Peak. After the Camino Real and the Humantay Lake hike, guests gather by the fireplace or in the outdoor hot tub.
Its two nights at 3,869 m are also the acclimatization base of the Salkantay trail before the climb over the pass on Day 3.
Partner hotels in Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes
Night 5 is at a partner hotel in Ollantaytambo (2,830 m), and night 6 is at a partner hotel in Aguas Calientes (1,900 m), the town at the foot of Machu Picchu. Dinner and breakfast are included at both; drinks are paid locally.
Wayra Lodge
As the smallest and most secluded property along the trail, Wayra Lodge features just 6 rooms and offers sweeping views of Mount Humantay.
Named after the Quechua word for “wind,” it welcomes hikers for lunch following the Salkantay Pass crossing, leaving the rest of the afternoon open to unwind in the outdoor hot tub.
Lucma Lodge
Lucma Lodge has 6 rooms set in an avocado orchard at the edge of the Amazon jungle. Its multi-pane windows open onto the foliage, which gives it the feel of a contemporary treehouse.
All meals are included in the Andes Mountains tour. Lodge menus are farm-to-table Andean cuisine with a modern, neo-Andean touch, made with locally sourced ingredients. Two meals are cooked the traditional way, as a Pachamanca in an underground oven of hot stones (dinner at Lamay Lodge on Day 1 and lunch at Colpa Lodge on Day 7).
Lunch on Day 4 is at El Pedregal, a farmhouse in Mollepata. On hiking days, lunch is at the next lodge or on the way. On Day 10, travelers enjoy their meals in Aguas Calientes after the Machu Picchu tour.
At the mountain lodges, soft drinks and house beer, wine, and spirits (pisco included) are part of the price; premium labels and all drinks at the two partner hotels cost extra.
Dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, or food allergies can be accommodated. Tell us when you book so every lodge and hotel can plan your menus.
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Reviews
“Silvia was an absolutely amazing guide and made our trip to Peru so special. Her kindness, patience, flexibility, and deep knowledge helped make this a true trip of a lifetime. We learned so much from her about Peru, and her passion for the country made every part of the experience more meaningful. We especially appreciated how accommodating she was throughout the trip, including being so understanding and flexible one guest’s car sickness. The hikes and Machu Picchu were spectacular, and we felt so lucky to experience them with Silvia as our guide. We also felt very safe with Sylvia leading us through the hikes. We are incredibly grateful for everything she did to make our trip so wonderful and would recommend her wholeheartedly.”
— Emily
“The company did a great job of communicating in advance as well as lining up details to ensure all the guests were well taken care of. Our guides Fernando and Edwin were on point- so knowledgeable, flexible and kind. We had an amazing time trekking, exploring local culture and getting fed amazing food in stunning lodges, local homes and hotels. Beginning to end was dialled! Hernan also drove like a champ. Comfortable vans.”
— Tracy A
“Delmiro Portillo and Gilbert are the best pair of trekking guides you could ever have. They helped us make a challenging trek into something positive, safe, and fun. While they will test your physical limits they always have a way to get you to your destination safely when you feel you’ve reached the maximum you thought possible. They also introduce you to local people so you can fully understand and appreciate the Andean way of life. 5 stars!”
— Alicia O
“Perfect top rate epic adventure beginning with the planning with Carlos all the way through to Machu Picchu. Highly recommend this company.”
— Laura G
“Excellent service since the day we arrived at Cusco to all the tours including Machu Picchu until the departure date was outstanding. The management of Alejandro Abugattas was outstanding. My entire family had a great time and we would be delighted to come back.”
— Iren H
“We booked via recommendation of friends. From first contact with Carlos with our booking/ittinery to Juan & Saul our guides, it was a wonderful trip. The lodges we stayed at were beautiful, serene, clean and comfortable! The staff and meals provided were so nice and delicious. The staff was always looking out for us, made us comfortable and accommodated when we were under the weather. The trip was the right amount of hiking, sightseeing & culture. I loved that we were so far into nature that we did not see anyone else except the locals. Got a true feeling of rural living in Peru.”
— Renu B
“I cannot recommend this company enough. The personal attention to detail for every question and request from their office at the outset, set the bar high. Nothing was too much trouble and so much helpful and informative detail was provided so I could really tailor the trip to our preferences. Then the accomodation, it looked good, but it wasn’t, it was simply excellent. Each lodge unique and the genuine care and service humbling. The comfort levels superb and the food deserves a whole review to wax lyrical on its own, just fabulous quality and choice and have never eaten so much on holiday! Our guides were experts and quietly got to know us so they could subtly tailor each day to our dreams, wishes and of course abilities. The fantastic encouragement when I found one walk hard, not only got me through, but allowed me an increíble experience as well as sense of achievement. This is the best company I have ever toured with and cannot recommend them enough. I did and I would again, trust them with my life. They brought my dreams to life, supported an adventure of a lifetime and all with grace, humour and humility. Big shout out to Alejandro for helping craft the final itinerary with such skill as well as our connections, and heartfelt thanks and huge appreciation to Carlos, forever in your debt my friend. Diego, our short time together was special and we thank you for taking such good care of us that morning and sharing so much with us. If you want a genuine experience and be able to let go knowing you are in the hands of true professionals, book, you wont regret it. Truely five star on all levels. Thank you team”
— LLB13
“It was one of the best adventures we have been on. What made the tour exceptional was the attention to detail that the all of the staff showed. Carlos, our travel specialist, patiently and quickly answered all of our questions in preparation for the trip. Our group of 10 had two guides, Joseph and Gilbert. They were informative, articulate, prompt, and most importantly, closely monitored the safety and health of all participants. Joseph was careful to acclimate us to the altitude by starting the trek with shorter hikes building up to the Salkantay Pass. Joseph provided wonderful mini-lectures on the history, archaeology, culture, geology, flora, and fauna of Peru all along the way. Both guides were a lot of fun to be around! The food was delicious and plentiful, making use of local products and produce. All lodges had hot tubs for achy muscles and massage therapists, too! If you are looking for breath taking views of Andean mountains and glaciers, along with history and culture, this is the trip for you!”
— Ben
“My partner and I were in Peru for three weeks. All booked through MLP. I can't say enough good things about what an organized and stress free experience it was to deal with this company. Would definitely recommend booking your entire vacation through them. We did the walking tour of Cusco, the Grand Andean Experience and then four nights in Mancora. The lodges we stayed in during our trek were fantastic. They were clean and the food was fabulous! The whole trip was an amazing cultural experience. The sights were fantastic. Those mountains are so majestic! Our guide, Guido Huaman, was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He tended to everyone's individual needs and was very passionate about the archaeological history of Peru. Our hotel in Mancora, P.E. Arennas was amazing. We stayed in the Villa Pool room which was right on the beach and it had it's own small pool. The food and service there was incredible! The beach and water were very clean and not crowded.”
— Patricia S
“Just returned from a memorable 3-week excursion to Peru, hiking a combination of parts of the Salkantay trail and the Sacred Valley, and then continuing on with a further 3-day extension to do the Lake Titicaca-Suasi Island circuit, all organized (MLP). I considered it a highly successful outing, even though several major events occurred that impacted our plans: (1) just before we launched on our trek, a catastrophic avalanche and debris flow occurred in the Salkantay-Santa Teresa river valley area that wiped out several villages in the area, as well as large parts of the trail we’d intended to hike; and (2) just as we were planning to depart Peru after our hikes were completed, the Peruvian government announced a state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic and closed all land, sea and air borders to the country, which necessitated that we remain in Peru for almost a week longer than planned. In spite of all this, we very much enjoyed our time in the country – and especially meeting so many wonderful Peruvian people – and thought that MLP did a great job of developing an outstanding program for us, even if it wasn’t what we (and they) had originally planned to do. The Salkantay-Sacred Valley hikes were magnificent, and allowed us to experience backcountry Peru at its finest. As advertised, the scenery was epic, lodges were great (we stayed at the Soray/Salkantay and Lamay lodges), food was quite good, staff and guides were awesome – and the revised itinerary MLP developed for us was both challenging (in a good way!) and rewarding. Special mention should be made of our 2 guides on this trek, Fernando and Saul; both were great folks, and helped to make the experience memorable. The head guide (Fernando) was exceptionally knowledgeable about both the history and culture of the area and its people, and was a great leader for our group. This part of our excursion culminated in visits to Machu Picchu, which was completely amazing in itself. While we visited other impressive sites while in Peru (Sacsayhuaman, Pisac, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, to name a few), Machu Picchu was the most impressive to me. While there, we hiked to the Inca bridge, part way to the Sun Gate (a landslide had blocked part of this trail as well), and most impressive of all, up Huayna Picchu. All were amazing adventures, and MLP did a great job of guiding and taking care of us. The Lake Titicaca extension was also quite scenic and the hotels selected were very good (Suasi Island especially), but MLP seemed to have outsourced this part of the trip to other providers, so while each of the guides along the way was good individually, there seemed to be a bit of a disconnect at the end of the each day such that we weren’t quite sure of the arrangements for the next day – I had to contact MLP every evening to find out who would be meeting us and when. All worked out in the end, hotels and staff and transportation arrangements were all great, but it would have been nice if the plan had been clearer. The scenery of the area around the lake (the Altiplano) and the lake itself were beautiful, and our visits to the communities on the various islands we stopped at (including the Uros communities on the floating reed islands in the lake) were amazing. At the end of our trek, we flew to Lima for a quick (planned 2-day) visit before our return to the USA, and were then caught by the announcement of the border closure by the government of Peru. We were given no advance warning of this closure by either the Peruvian or US governments, but after some time we were able to purchase tickets for a humanitarian flight out (by LATAM airways). We suffered no real hardships there – we were staying at a very nice hotel, the Casa Andina Premium, Miraflores, and their management (a Mr. Bruno Del Castillo in particular) and staff did everything they possibly could to make our stay there as pleasant as possible under the circumstances. MLP again helped out here, even though their part of our visit had been completed; I contacted MLP’s emergency support person (Rosa), who was most helpful in trying to help facilitate our exit from the country; while I was ultimately able to find a way out of the country using another source, it was great being able to talk to someone who I felt was really trying to help us. Overall, it was a great adventure, one we’ll never forget – and we appreciate all the folks in MLP who made it so memorable.”
