Service and Language Immersion in Peru
Familiarize yourself with life in Peru, the third largest country in South America, through hands-on service projects and authentic interactions with locals.
Every day you’ll build your confidence in Spanish through morning language lessons and in conversations with people from the area. As you work together with locals on a series of small community-based service projects, you’ll be immersed in the culture, expanding your fluency, and experiencing life as the Peruvians do. And, you’ll return home with a better understanding of what meaningful service means to you in an interconnected world.
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Day 1: Fly to Peru
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Lima • Cuzco
Today’s language lesson and market challenge are centered on the theme of self and community
Fly to Cuzco
Tour the Sacsayhuaman Fortress with an expert local guide
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Day 3: Cuzco
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of symbolism and cultural preservation.
Travel via Chinchero and Urubamba to the Sacred Valley
Enjoy a weaving demonstration
Visit the Pablo Seminario ceramics workshop, where you will:
- Learn about Peruvian pottery history and techniques
- Participate in a ceramic-making activity
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Day 4: Sacred Valley • Service Project
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of educational access and economic independence.
Strong partnerships are the foundation of EF Service Learning tours. We work closely with area nonprofits and community members to ensure that your contributions are sustainable, timely, and relevant.
Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what your first day might look like:
- Support a school or dormitory garden through planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops
- Work on building structure and maintenance
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Day 5: Sacred Valley • Service Project
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of traditions, food, and culture in the Andes.
Participate in a cooking class
Here’s a glimpse at what your service learning day might look like:
- Continue project work related to garden upkeep or building maintenance
Participate in a cultural exchange through games or group sports with local community members
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Day 6: Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of history and heritage
Travel by train to Aguas Calientes
Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide
Travel by train to the Sacred Valley
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Day 7: Sacred Valley • Cuzco
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of responsible tourism
Travel via Pisac to Cuzco
Explore Pisac Market on your own
Stop for a photo at Mirador de Cuzco
Participate in a scavenger hunt
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Day 8: Cuzco • Lima • Depart for home
Travel to Cuzco
Fly to Lima
Visit the Choco Museo and participate in a chocolate workshop
Explore Lima on your own
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Day 9: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to Peru
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Lima • Cuzco
Today’s language lesson and market challenge are centered on the theme of self and community
Fly to Cuzco
Tour the Sacsayhuaman Fortress with an expert local guide
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Day 3: Cuzco
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of symbolism and cultural preservation.
Travel via Chinchero and Urubamba to the Sacred Valley
Enjoy a weaving demonstration
Visit the Pablo Seminario ceramics workshop, where you will:
- Learn about Peruvian pottery history and techniques
- Participate in a ceramic-making activity
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Day 4: Sacred Valley • Service Project
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of educational access and economic independence.
Strong partnerships are the foundation of EF Service Learning tours. We work closely with area nonprofits and community members to ensure that your contributions are sustainable, timely, and relevant.
Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what your first day might look like:
- Support a school or dormitory garden through planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops
- Work on building structure and maintenance
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Day 5: Sacred Valley • Service Project
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of traditions, food, and culture in the Andes.
Participate in a cooking class
Here’s a glimpse at what your service learning day might look like:
- Continue project work related to garden upkeep or building maintenance
Participate in a cultural exchange through games or group sports with local community members
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Day 6: Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of history and heritage
Travel by train to Aguas Calientes
Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide
Travel by train to the Sacred Valley
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Day 7: Sacred Valley • Cuzco
Today’s language lesson is centered on the theme of responsible tourism
Travel via Pisac to Cuzco
Explore Pisac Market on your own
Stop for a photo at Mirador de Cuzco
Participate in a scavenger hunt
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Day 8: Cuzco • Lima • Depart for home
Travel to Cuzco
Fly to Lima
Visit the Choco Museo and participate in a chocolate workshop
Explore Lima on your own
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Day 9: Arrive home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & Transportation
Get round-trip flights on major carriers, and travel on the ground with air-conditioned motorcoaches and internal transportation.
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Hotels
Enjoy a 7-night stay in hotels.
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Regional Meals
Traditional breakfasts, and lunches on days 2-5 & 7, and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your trip experience.
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Program Director
Your bilingual, culturally connected Program Director is by your side 24/7, building your connection to the land, people and culture.
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5 Service Hours
Earn up to 5 service hours that count towards academic credit and the presidential award.
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Volunteer and Leadership Activities
Participate in volunteer, leadership, action planning and social issue activities.
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Experiential Learning
Immerse yourself in the culture through cultural activities and daily interactions with locals, like a cooking class with locals or a community scavenger hunt.
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Language Lessons
Each language lesson provides cultural context and relevant vocabulary for your immersive activities.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant.
