I’ve been blessed to be able to travel to many beautiful and inspiring places in the world, and always, I come away with a deeper appreciation for the culture, the people, and the environment. Knowing this, Peru was first on my list of dream destinations. For years I’d heard and read about Machu Picchu and wanted experience it myself. My opportunity came when WTT asked me to lead the Peru trip.

   Since returning, people ask me…. “So, how was Peru?” “Tell me about Machu Picchu.”

   My response to their question usually goes something like this: Together, 18 extraordinary women traveled through Peru by plane, bus, boat and train. We explored the beauty and history of the capital city of Lima, and the influence of Spanish rule over Peru’s ancient cultures. We visited charming Cusco, also known as the Navel of the World... the center of the Inca Empire with its advanced hydraulic engineering, agricultural techniques, marvelous architecture, textiles, ceramics and ironworks. The magnificence of the Sacred Valley of the Andes Mountains impressed us all. We experienced the thrill of rafting the rapids of the Urubamba River.

Playing with new friends on the man-made, floating island of Uros.

After traveling south to Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake at 12,500 feet above sea level, we walked on the man-made floating islands of Uros, created from cane where families actually live. Taquille Island is like arriving on a Mediterranean island, hot sunshine, blue lake, exotic flowers, warm, intriguing people. We discovered pisco sours, incredible cuisine... we shopped for our beautiful baby alpaca gifts and hand made treasures created by these beautiful Peruvian people. This was our exquisite itinerary. Some of my fondest memories are of the incredible women I traveled with, who felt more like old friends than new travel companions.
    More than anything though, I’ll remember... Machu Picchu. In all of my travels, this is the most remarkable place I have ever visited. I’d seen all the pictures, studied the Inca history, but nothing prepared me for the magic and energy of this place.
    The day after our guided group tour of Machu Picchu, many of us arose in the wee hours of the morning to go back and spend time alone among the ancient ruins. In one of those precious, once in a lifetime moments, I watched the sun crest, moving mist and shadows to reveal the sacred and mysterious city of Machu Picchu.
   Even now, Machu Picchu continues to move me from the inside out. I’ll keep asking the questions and see what I discover. Perhaps I may need another trip back to Peru for further exploration!

“In one of those precious, once in a lifetime moments, I watched the sun crest, moving mist & shadows to reveal the sacred & mysterious city of Machu Picchu.”

Colorful blankets and other Peruvian crafts made for fun shopping!

WTT Returns to
Peru and Machu Picchu
in February, 2007

In addition to Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Lima, this trip will again include a visit to Lake Titicaca where we will have the opportunity to step back in time and learn first-hand about the people and their way of life along the Lake. You won’t want to miss this spectacular trip!

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Booking Deadline: 21 October 2006