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The Association of Graduates proudly invites you to embark on your travels with us and our newest travel partner, Collette. From exciting destinations to first class accommodations to leisurely itineraries that let you fully immerse yourself in the culture, each trip is sure to impress. There is no better time than now to start your next adventure, and it is our hope that you will come see the world with us and your fellow graduates and friends. Safe travels!

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Rate Per Person:

Double $4,999Single $5,899Triple $4,949

Included in the price: Roundtrip Air from Denver International Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers

Not Included in the price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $315 per person

* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change. Additional gateways are available outside of Denver International Airport. Call for details.

EXPLORE MORE. Extend your tour with 3 nights in the Peruvian Amazon.

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Extend Your Tour

PERU: ANCIENT LAND OF MYSTERIESPERU: ANCIENT

LAND OF MYSTERIES10 DAYS • 16 MEALS

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES• Learn centuries-old Andean textile methods at a

living museum.• Explore the colorful markets of Peru, including the

famous Pisac village market.• Discover the artist’s techniques and designs at

Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio.

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS• Venture through the Andes in a domed train to

Machu Picchu.• Spend the afternoon with a guide uncovering the

mysteries of Machu Picchu.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS• Enjoy a culinary demonstration at your hotel at

the base of Machu Picchu.• Delight in a home hosted farm-to-table lunch at a

local Quechua community.

of the modern Andean people and delve into their culture when you travel to a nearby Quechua community and interact with the locals. You’ll get a true taste of their daily life when participating in small group workshops that teach you traditional methods of growing, harvesting and weaving. Celebrate their culture as you learn their dances and listen to their musical instruments before enjoying a home-hosted farm-to-table lunch featuring local specialties. (B, L)Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Machu Picchu Climb aboard the Machu Picchu Vistadome train for breathtaking views through domed windows as you ride through the Andes to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungle, Machu Picchu is considered the most spectacular sight in South America. Spend the afternoon with your guide uncovering the mysteries of these majestic ruins. Tonight, stay at the base of Machu Picchu for a chance to further soak up its atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinary demonstration and learn how to craft the perfect ceviche and pisco sour before your dinner featuring a Peruvian menu. (B, D)Day 6: Machu Picchu - Cuzco With leisure time this morning you may take an optional tour to return to Machu Picchu and view the sunrise or explore the local markets in Aguas Calientes on your own. Return by Vistadome train to the Sacred Valley. This evening you may join an optional home hosted meal experience with a local Cuzco family. (B)Day 7: Cuzco The morning is yours to relax or explore Cuzco on your own. Perhaps you’ll choose to take an optional tour to San Blas to peruse its artisan shops, or delve further into Peruvian cuisine at an optional cooking class. This afternoon, join your local guide and travel above the city to discover the important sacred Incan ruins of Sacsayhuaman Fortress, followed by a visit to explore Cuzco’s central market. Continue on a walking tour of the city, visiting Plaza de Armas, the Cuzco Cathedral and the Santo Domingo Convent. This evening, you are treated to an authentic dinner highlighting local flavors in the heart of Cuzco. (B, D)Day 8: Cuzco - Puno This morning, fly to Puno, hugging the shores of Lake Titicaca. Known as the birthplace of the

Inca Empire, ancient legends say that life began here. Have time to meet the locals and discover the history of this region as you explore the village center before checking into your lakeside hotel. Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure. (B)Day 9: Uros Floating Islands - Las Chullpas de Sillustani - Lake Titicaca The Titicaca area, steeped in tradition and folklore, is the center of Incan legends. Enjoy a morning cruise to the floating islands of the Uros people of Lake Titicaca. Experience walking on the spongy surface made from compacted beds of tortora reeds and meet the locals, learning about their history and lifestyle. Later, mingle with some local residents during an authentic home-hosted lunch where you’ll taste regional specialties and engage in lively conversation. In the afternoon, visit the mystical Chullpas de Sillustani – an archaeological area boasting 13th-century funerary monuments. Participate in a local home visit to gain insight into daily life. (B, L)Day 10: Puno - Lima - Tour Ends As your tour comes to a close, spend the morning relaxing on the shores of Lake Titicaca before flying to Lima. Upon arrival we head to the Larco Museum, a former mansion built on the site of a pre-Columbian temple. The museum offers a collection of over 3,000 years of ceramic, textile, and precious metal artifacts. After this incredible trip through history, your tour concludes with a sumptuous farewell dinner on the grounds of the museum. Then we depart for Lima’s airport and your connecting flight home. (B, D)

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• A professionally planned itinerary• 4-star accommodations• The services of a professional

Tour Manager• Expert local guides with

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preferential access• Unparalleled sightseeing• Enriching cultural experiences• Comfortable on-tour transportation• Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling

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Plus, WIFI! Available on tourEveryone’s road is different and that’s why this year, Collette is introducing It’s Your Choice. Many of our itineraries now feature different paths you can take. Look for the logo within the intinerary to discover your options.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Days 1, 2 Doubletree El Pardo , LimaDays 3, 4 Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley, Sacred ValleyDay 5 Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel, Machu

PicchuDays 6, 7 Hilton Garden Inn Cusco, CuzcoDays 8, 9 Libertador Lake Titicaca, Puno

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

To Learn More Visit:

Day 1: Lima, Peru - Tour Begins Welcome to Peru, one of the treasures of South America. Travel through this intriguing land visiting some of the world’s most legendary sites, including Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Arrive late this evening in Lima, the “City of Kings.”Day 2: Lima Today, it’s your choice! Discover Lima’s fascinating history during a colonial tour through the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire the artwork at San Francisco Monastery and enter the catacombs. View the elegant Cathedral at Plaza de Armas and visit the Casa de Aliaga – former house of the conquistador Jeronimo de Aliaga y Ramirez – where the energy of colonial and republican Lima comes to life -OR- choose to explore Lima’s modern side. Visit the fashionable suburbs of Barranco and Miraflores for insight into the daily life of the Limeños during a walking tour. See the Park of Love, featuring unique sculptures and artwork, along with a stop at the Pyramid Huaca Pucllana. Visit the Pedro de Osma Museum featuring Peruvian art from the 5th - 18th century. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner of artfully crafted Peruvian dishes; you will quickly discover why Peru is consistently named the world’s top food travel destination. (B, D)Day 3: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley of the Incas Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of the Inca civilization. Journey through the Andes to the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, the agricultural center of their grand empire. Learn the centuries-old methods of spinning, dyeing and weaving traditional textiles during a visit to Awana Kancha, a living museum of the Peruvian Andes. After a short lesson on the local language, stop in Pisac village to browse the colorful handicraft market. Settle into your hotel nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. (B, D)Day 4: Sacred Valley of the Incas-Ollantaytambo-Sacred Valley of the Incas This morning, visit the spectacular Ollantaytambo ruins, the only Incan settlement that has been continually inhabited since its inception. A uniquely terraced complex topped with carved stone panels, these ruins reflect ancient Incan architecture and heritage. Then, head to the Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio where you’ll get first-hand knowledge of this internationally renowned artist’s techniques and designs, inspired by ancient Peruvian cultures. Experience the lifestyle