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Peru : The Dispossed in the Land of Gold
May 30, 2008
- June 10, 2008
19th century explorer, Antonio Raimondi, once referred to Peru as a "beggar sitting on a bench of gold." Indeed, Peru's riches include more than just gold. The richness and diversity of the Amazon rainforest, the fabulous cuisine and textiles of Cusco, and the wonder and magnificence of Machu Picchu are only some examples of the culture, beauty, history and nature that make up Peru. Still, with so much to offer, Peru continues to struggle with poverty, social unrest and threats to biological and cultural diversity. Almost half of Peruvians live below the national poverty line despite a billion dollar mining industry, fertile land for agriculture, almost 2,500 km of coastlines, a growing textile industry, tourism and more. Foreign investment and government corruption have redirected the country's wealth and resources away from its people. The government has, in turn, sought out foreign aid and free trade policies that complicate the situation worse. Come visit Peru with Global Exchange and experience its splendors first-hand while forming an understanding of issues such as globalization and trade, resource allocation and privatization, rainforest conservation and community development. Meet Peruvians from various social and economic backgrounds and visit historic sights along the Inca trail, including Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World.
Program Highlights:
- Meet with local activists for social justice,women's collectives, teachers, and those working for children's rights. Enjoy Peruvian cultural options visit Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu,
Cost:
$1700.00 Double Occupancy of Available, add $400 for single room
Price Includes:
- All accommodations (3-4 star hotels and eco-lodges)
- Internal flights and airport transfers
- Bus and boat transportation
- 2 meals per day (3 during Amazon portion)
- All honoraria, entrance fees, donations to sister organizations
- Full time guide and translator
- All coordination/confirmations
How to Register:
This trip will be as diverse as possible in terms of race, age and life experiences. We strongly urge people of color to apply. In some cases, a limited number of partial scholarships are available for low-income applicants.
T Please contact Leslie Balog to coordinate a customized tour of 6+ participants.
Make your reservation online now!
Contact Leslie with any questions about this trip,
or call toll-free 1-800-497-1994 ext. 242.
Trips on related issues: Art and Culture
Environment and Sustainability
Fair Trade
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Come visit the wonders of Machu Picchu!
Photos by Malia Everette
Travel down the Amazon.
Stay at the Posada Amazonas Eco-lodge.
Macaw at the Tambopata Research Center.
Visit the historical town of Cusco.
Machu Picchu. Don't miss out!
Get up close and personal with an alpaca.
See wool dying and weaving at a local community project.
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