• 6 Nights of Eco-Friendly Accommodations
  Stay in a nature-inspired retreat center in the Sacred Valley, where each room reflects the rich Andean culture. Surrounded by breathtaking views, this nurturing environment fosters healing, learning, and expansion.
• 3 Delicious, Homemade Meals Per Day
  Enjoy nourishing, home-cooked meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients, offering an authentic taste of Peruvian cuisine with options to meet every dietary need.
• All Excursions, Cultural Activities, and Service Projects
  Immerse yourself in the heart of Peru with visits to local villages, hiking, and participation in community service projects like school renovations, organic gardening, and land stewardship.
• Guided 2-Day Journey to Machu Picchu
  Experience the wonder of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. With park entrance, guides, and train tickets included, this once-in-a-lifetime trip will be a highlight of your journey.
• Professional Leadership and Guidance
  True Nature’s experienced local group leaders will guide and support you throughout your trip, providing authentic, valuable insights and creating a safe, transformative environment for personal and leadership growth.
• Seamless Ground Transportation
  Group transportation is provided from Cusco Airport to the retreat center and for all excursions, allowing you to travel with ease and focus on the experience.
• Pre-Trip Support and Preparation
  From the moment you register, True Nature offers personalized guidance to help you prepare for your adventure, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey from start to finish.

Machu Picchu Trip:

• 1 Night Accommodation
  (1 Night Aguas Calientes)
• 4 meals
• Transportation
  (Group Transportation, Bus, Train)
• Tour Guide
• Machu Picchu entrance fee

The journey will begin with a drive through the Sacred Valley, passing through several fascinating towns, villages, and sacred sites in the valley. Arriving in Ollantaytambo, a small town that still maintains its Inca architecture and offers the opportunity to visit and explore the majestic archaeological site, which overlooks the route to Machu Picchu.

Take a beautiful train ride from “Olla” along the river to the town of Aguas Calientes. Spend the night in Aguas Calientes, enjoying the quaint town along the river. Arrive in Machu Picchu the next day before sunrise to witness the illumination of the sacred ruins. Experience an unforgettable day at Machu Picchu, exploring the sacred Incan “City of Light,” learning about the sacred ruins and taking moments to sit, breathe, and experience the powerful energy of one of the most sacred sites on the planet.

Accommodations

True Nature Education has searched long and hard throughout Peru to find unique, ecologically friendly, and inspiring accommodations for our guests. The center is a beautiful nature-inspired retreat center in the Sacred Valley of Peru. The name of the center means “Loving Heart” in Quechua, the very beautiful and poetic language of the Incas. There is a heartfelt mission to create a nurturing environment for healing, learning, regeneration, and expansion. Each villa at the center reflects the Andean culture of the Sacred Valley and is mindfully created using local and natural materials. The entire center embodies the kindness, love, and wholeness that permeate this magical place. Private rooms are occasionally available for an extra fee on a first-come, first-served basis.  Three delicious homemade meals are included each day.

Service Projects can Include:

• Renovation Projects at a Local School
• Inter-cultural exchange in the Local Community
• Reforestation
• Land Stewardship / Permaculture Projects
• Organic Gardening
• An Area in which you can share your gifts! Just let us know.

Activities can Include:

• Local Village and Market Tours
• Visiting Cultural sites
• Hiking
• 1 Day Journey to Machu Picchu
• Excursion to natural sites
• Cultural Ceremonies

Day 1 – Arrival Day

• Bienvenidos! Welcome to Peru!
• Arrival in Cusco and transport to venue (1.5 hours)
• Group Welcome
• Despacho Ceremony: Peruvian Welcome Ceremony
• Dinner

Day 2 – Land Stewardship Service Day

• Breakfast
• Orientation
• Waterfall Hike
• Service Project #1: Land Stewardship
• Dinner
• Evening Session

Day 3 – Cultural Day – Pisac Tour

• Breakfast
• Leave for Day Long Trip to Pisac ( Hike and Market Visit)
• Traditional Incan Lunch in the mountain village
• Visit to Pisac Artisan Market 
• Dinner
• Leadership Circle

Day 4 – Travel to Machu Picchu

• Morning Session
• Breakfast
• Visit Ollantaytambo Ruins
• Lunch
• Train to Aguas Calientes 
• Dinner
• Stay at Hotel in Aguas Calientes

Day 5 – Ascent Machu Picchu

• Morning Session
• Breakfast
• Exploration of Machu Picchu
• Return to the venue
• Late dinner

Day 6 – Community Service Day

• Morning Session
• Breakfast
• Service Project #2 at Local School
• Lunch
• Free Time to Explore and Pack
• Dinner
• Closing Ceremony

Day 7 – Departure Day

• Departure for Cusco
• Guided Walking Tour of Cusco
• Drop-off at Airport
• Adios!

Please be sure to review Our Policies.
For technical questions or alternative payment options, please contact us.

PLEASE NOTE: This trip in Peru takes place in high elevations. The location where we are based is close to 10,000 ft in elevation. For this trip, it is recommended that participants are in good to excellent physical condition. We will be working and hiking in this environment and it will be important to us that all participants are aware of the conditions so they can feel as comfortable as possible. With this, we will all be acclimating to the elevation and conditions together, taking the first couple of days slowly. We will also support acclimation with special foods, teas, and by taking part in various exercises.

Getting There 

True Nature specializes in curating and offering the best retreat experiences. For your flights, we recommend that you use Google Flights or a trusted travel agency. 

You will be booking your flights for the Cusco Airport (CUZ). Most flights will arrive via a connection in Lima. 

Before booking tickets, please be sure you have received your official confirmation note that the trip has met its minimums. 

There will be one group airport shuttle each way based on our flight window guidelines. Be sure your flights align with the provided flight windows if you wish to use the group shuttle. The drive time to the center is approximately 1.5 hours. 

Is this program for me?

Our international programs are opportunities to put into practice the values and mission of True Nature which include service, leadership, adventure, and mindfulness. If you have an interest in the program, have an adventurous spirit, a desire to experience a different culture and a willingness to participate in group activities then you are welcome to join our programs.

Travel Insurance

We cannot emphasize more the importance of travel insurance. As we all know, especially as travelers, “life happens.” Whether it’s family, work, mother nature, or a change of heart, it is important to be prepared in case you need to unexpectedly change your travel plans. Often for less than $150, you can purchase a travel insurance policy and be protected in the event that you need to make a change or need to be covered financially prior to or during your trip. 

We have partnered with Trawick International (available for U.S. Residents only). Read more about their policies here. We encourage you to research the insurance company and policy that best meets your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have questions about traveling abroad? After you register, we will provide you with a Participant’s Package with helpful information. Also, be sure to check out our Participant FAQs. If you have other questions, feel free to write to us at info@truenatureeducation.com and let us know how we can help!

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Shared Accommodations – $3295 USD

Single Accommodations – $3595 USD

Deposit & Payment Requirements

To secure your tuition rate and reserve your spot, a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required at the time of registration:

• $350 for registrations made more than 90 days before the trip.
• $1,000 for registrations made 60–90 days before the trip.
• Full payment is required for registrations made within 60 days of the retreat.

A non-refundable $50 payment processing fee will also be added to the tuition at registration.

If you select Deposit Payment, depending on when you registered, your remaining balance will be split into 1- 4 payments and processed with your credit card on file on the dates indicated on your Confirmation Letter.

Follow this link to review our payment schedule policies.

For technical questions or alternative payment options, please contact us.

Cancellation Policy

• Initial deposits and the $50 registration fee are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• 50% of payments are refundable up to 90 days before a retreat excluding the initial deposit and the $50 registration fee.
• 89 days prior to a retreat, tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Full tuition is refunded* if the trip is canceled due to low enrollment. The $50 registration fee is not refundable.
• True Nature Travels is not responsible for any loss incurred due to currency conversion rates.

*Refundable amounts do not include applied credits.

If you wish to cancel your spot on a trip you must submit your cancellation by email to info@truenatureeducation.com.