A sixteen-day journey from the white city of Arequipa to the heart of the Inca world, for travellers who like to earn their views. The route begins in Arequipa, built of pale volcanic stone beneath El Misti, and climbs to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world, where Andean condors ride the morning air. After a gradual acclimatisation the group attempts Chachani, a volcano of over 6,000 m, with local mountain guides. Then the high plateau of Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and finally Machu Picchu, with entry tickets booked by name as soon as sales open. Dates (indicative): 28 August – 12 September 2027; return to Italy 13 September Duration: 16 days Route: Arequipa • Colca Canyon • Chachani • Lake Titicaca • Cusco • Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu Level: demanding. The ascent of Chachani requires good fitness and experience of mountain walking. Flights: domestic flights within Peru included. International flights not included: we recommend the flight, and each traveller books it directly with the airline or through an IATA travel agency. Price: to be announced. Minimum 8 participants. Write to office@global-dec.com to receive the programme as soon as it is published.