Global Access, Peru

14 Days | NDIS supported | Cusco, Peru

BUILD SKILLS, CONNECTIONS & MEMORIES

3 Bricks Global Access programs support young Australians (18-36) who are neurodivergent or have psycho-social disabilities to access the world while building life skills and social connections in a group setting with scaffolded support from experienced knowledgeable staff.

This program is physically and emotionally challenging, with long flight times from Australia and a 4-day Jungle trek to Machu Picchu, arrange a call with us to see if this program is a good match for you.

We aim to provide access to life-changing adventures in a supported environment to build life skills such as improving relationships, developing independence in daily life, learning new skills, improving overall health and wellbeing, increasing confidence in daily money management, making new friends, and building confidence for future solo travel.

NDIS participants may be able to fund some, or all of their trip through their NDIS fund - trip fees do not include flights or mandatory insurance.

OVERVIEW

FAST FACTS

13 Nights / 14 Days
Cost: Billed maximum rates from NDIS price guide, 14 days respite 1:3 (or as requested).
Who: For individuals looking for supported small-group travel opportunities to build independence, confidence, and lasting relationships with like-minded young people.
Available to low-support-needs, young adults (aged 18-36). Arrange a call with us to see if this trip is a good match for you!
Where: Arriving into Lima and Departing from Cusco Airport
When: April 1-14, 2023
Physical ability: You should be able to handle 4 days of moderate hiking carrying your day pack for the Machu Picchu hike.
WHAT TO PACK: All clothes and personal care items and medications for 14 days. Maximum 1 larger suitcase and smaller hiking pack per person.
DETAILS

This is multi-homebase adventure covering Lima, Cusco and the Machu Picchu region.
Two Nights: Spent flying in and out of Peru - It’s a loonnng flight!
Three Nights: In a 3-star hotel Located in Miraflores, Lima.
Five nights: in a 3-star hotel located by Cusco central historical region
Three nights: Lodging during the jungle trek to Machu Picchu includes a small homestay at ‘Monkey House’ on our first night, a simple, tidy hotel after hot springs in Santa Teresa and the evening before Machu Picchu in Aguas Calientes.
Staffing: This trip will be staffed by Kelly and Ben - read more about them on our staff profile page!
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Twin-shared accommodation, all main meals, drinking water, qualified experienced staff, Entry to all tourist sites, all program transportation is including
WHAT’S EXCLUDED: The price does not include alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and international flights and travel insurance.

VISAS & VACCINATIONS

You are responsible for your own visa and vaccination arrangements. Please check your country’s guidance.

Passport: Required for all foreigners with a minimum of 6 months and 2 blank pages remaining.

Visa: Tourists don't need a visa. You can get a permit to stay for up to 3 months when you arrive. If you overstay your permit, you'll have to pay a fine before leaving the country. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Peru for the latest details.

Vaccinations: To enter Peru, you'll need proof of vaccinations in accordance with the full vaccination schedule scheme of your own country. If you're not vaccinated, you must show a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test taken within 48 hours of your flight.

You'll need to show proof that you're fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to enter enclosed public spaces and transportation services in Peru. Peruvian and international vaccine certificates are accepted.

Face masks (KN95 mask or two masks) must be worn in ground transportation vehicles, healthcare facilities and closed spaces without ventilation, and by people with respiratory symptoms.

MEALS

All meals are included while on the program. You will enjoy traditional Peruvian breakfasts, lunches prepared by local support staff or at local restaurants, and lighter Peruvian dinners at our accommodation or in small restaurants.

INTERNET

Only some accommodation spaces have complimentary wifi and cellphone reception is sporadic on parts of the trip. We encourage the opportunity to disconnect for the trip.

AVAILABILITY & PRICES

Billed at maximum NDIS rates outlined in NDIS priceguide from per person based on shared accommodation for 14 days / 13 nights 1:3 staffing ratio or as requested.

2023

April 1-14

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Shared accommodation (Maximum 4 per room), meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), drinking water, 24-hour qualified international bi-lingual staff, Entry to all tourist sites (including Machu Picchu), all in-country program transportation is included from when we pick you up and drop you off at Cusco airport (including Train from Machu Picchu to Cusco).

WHAT’S EXCLUDED

The price does not include international flights, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and travel insurance.

TRANSFERS

Remember when booking flights that the Program begins and terminates at Cusco airport - please let us know if you could like assistance coordinating flights.

WHAT TO PACK

Despite the cold mountain temperatures, and cooler night times the sun can be very hot in the day. For this reason recommend you bring sunscreen and a few warm items and clothes that you can layer.

We will provide you with a full packing list.

Peru

The currency in Peru is the Peruvian Sole (PEN). Cards are readily taken in cities and tourist areas, however in more remote areas - during service and hiking, it’s best to have some cash with you - you can withdraw at the Lima Airport in transit, or we can help you exchange from AUD.

Time Zone: GMT-5

The climate of Peru is varied across the country and throughout the year. Expect rain all year round in Cusco. With temperatures in March averaging below 10c daily.

Despite the cool temperatures, the sun during the day can be quite warm and sunburn is common with the thinner atmospheric protection at altitude, wearing clothes that layer is a good idea, and nights become much cooler than days, especially in Cusco.

Climate

Cusco

YOUR ITINERARY

Departing from Melbourne Gippsland and Melbourne 3 Bricks staff will collect travelers to go together to the airport for our departure and long flight. This is a long day and a great opportunity for us to get to know each other, relax, and enjoy the flight.
Fly into Lima Airport. The remaining 3 Bricks staff will be waiting to meet us at the airport! We’ll drive to Home Base just 30 minutes away in a private van, where we’ll get to know the remaining staff and get settled into our new home before our first Peruvian dinner.
After dinner, we'll have program orientation where we’ll meet get to know each other and discuss expectations and goals of the trip.
After breakfast, we take a short flight from Lima to Cusco. Ease into the altitude with hot coca tea on arrival we explore the San Pedro market to stock up on last-minute Peruvian hiking snacks and clothes.
Today we take it easy and explore as we adjust to the mountain air before meeting our local guide for our trek to Machu Picchu beggining tomorrow.
After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, we leave our suitcases and readdy our hiking bags for the next few days.
When ready, we travel through the sacred valley by minivan for lunch and begin our hike to our accommodation for the night at 'Monkey house' set amongst a coffee farm overlooking the stunning valley.
Today is our most challenging day of the hike where, after a beautiful breakfast overlooking the valley we begin our hike along the remarkable paths and steep stairs of the Inca trail.

After lunch, we continue our hike to the outdoor Hotsprings for Santa Teresa to relax and watch the sunset before checking in to our accommodation for the night and having dinner.
After Breakfast, we begin the day with an adrenaline-pumping ziplining adventure across deep valleys with cables almost 1km in length.
From here we begin our Hike to Aguas Calientes 'Machu Picchu Town' with a stop for lunch along the way.
We spend the evening before Machu Picchu exploring local markets before getting an early night for our early start tomorrow.
Wake up early for our last challenging hike to watch the sunrise from the iconic ruins of Machu Picchu. We will spend the morning exploring, grabbing candid photo's with the resident lamas and learning about the site's history from our local guide.
Returning to Aguas Calientes for a quick lunch, we then board our panoramic viewing train through the sacred valley to Cusco where we get to bed early for a well-earned rest to get ready for our last full day.
After a well-earned post-hike rest immerse yourself in the story of Cusco’s past with a private tour of its top historical sites.
Start your tour with a stop at the impressive Cusco Cathedral and the San Pedro Market for last-minute gifts, then continue high above Cusco, where the Inca ruins of the Moon temple and Sacasyhuaman watch over the city.
deets
Pisac market, Salt mines, wool
Returning to Cusco city we have our final dinner celebrations at night.
Breakfast and departure. Take the opportunity to wake up early for one last sunrise or sleep in and relax.
We say goodbye to our remaining staff and begin the overnight journey home.
Arriving in Melbourne airport we begin our drop-offs home.