DAY 1
LIMA, ARRIVAL DAY

You are free to arrive and check in at any time. There will be a briefing that night and a chance for you to meet your traveling companions and ask questions. The information will be awaiting you at the reception regarding that nights briefing. If arriving late in the evening, don't worry! You will be briefed in the morning and meet the group. Briefing will cover the runs and hikes ahead, times altitudes terrain etc. WELCOME DINNER

DAY 2
AREQUIPA

A short flight brings us to arguably Peru's most beautiful city, Arequipa, which exhibits a delightful colonial past and traditional values through its architecture, and its people. Situated under the volcano "El Misti", you will be able to stroll around the city enjoying the local museums, churches, convent and Arequipa's main plaza. That evening we can sample some of the many traditional dishes from the province. A walk around the city and optional gym session at 2400m, 7920ft Optional early morning run on Lima's beaches (B)

DAYS 3, 4 & 5
COLCA CANYON

From Arequipa we travel to Chivay and then onto the Colca Canyon, home to the famous Andean Condor. Seldom anywhere else, will you be able to view these birds close up, as they sore above us while on the edge of the deepest canyon in the world. We will be able to visit local villages, soak in thermal baths and sample the life and music, all set in spectacular scenery. You will come away with a true appreciation of how life is, in this part of the Andes. We return to Arequipa on day 5. 1 to 2 hour hikes in and around the canyon at 3400m,11220ft, morning 1 hr run in Arequipa on day 3 ( B )

DAY 6
CUSCO

A short flight over the Andes, brings us to Cusco which is arguably Peru's other most beautiful city. Rich in Inca history and surrounded by ancient Inca sites, churches and museums, cafes and bars, there is plenty for all to do and see. Early morning 45min to 1hr jog in Arequipa and along the river Chile at 2400m, 7920ft and hiking in and around Cusco at 3400m,11220ft (B)

DAY 7
OLLANTAYTAMBO

Today we journey along the same path as the ancient Incas, through the sacred valley of Urubamba to Ollantaytambo. We will have the option to mountain bike and hike in and around some Inca sites. Guided tour of sacred valley with hiking plus mountain biking at 3400m to 2800m, 11220ft (B, L, D)

DAYS 8, 9, 10 & 11
INCA TRAIL

A short ride in the morning brings us to km 82 where our hike begins on the ancient trail of the Incas. Our local guide, cook and porters ensure an enjoyable hike through spectacular scenery, taking in ancient Inca sites on the way. Our hike finishes with an early morning arrival to the sun gate of MP and a guided tour of this incredible Inca site. We have most of the day to enjoy this special place, and later in the afternoon we descend to Aguas Calientes, where we catch a train back to Cusco for night 11. (B, L, D)

SPECIAL NOTE
Due to new Inca Trail regulations and the restriction of the number of hikers allowed to be on the trail at any one time, an alternative Inca Trail may have to be used. These hikes are as spectacular as the Inca Trail with far, far less people, ending below the site of Machu Picchu. Sunrise can still be seen at Machu Picchu, with an early rise on Day11, and a hike up to the entrance of the site. GET IN EARLY FOR YOU INCATRAIL PERMITS

DAY 12
CUSCO

Free time to explore this great city, go mountain biking, rafting, horse riding, shopping, or just relax in one of the many cafes and soak up the special atmosphere which makes Cusco,a truly unique place Recovery day and farewell dinner. (B,D)

DAY 13
DEPARTURE DAY

Return flight back to Lima to international connections. HASTA LUEGO Y GRACIAS AMIGOS IMPORTANT NOTE: S.E.T reserve the right to run this tour in reverse order and make any necessary changes if the need arises. Nicholas White does not claim to be a training expert in any way. He has over 10 years running/hiking experience and runs for the love of running and a keen fitness enthusiast. This is by no means a training camp. Nicholas has lived and worked in Peru over the last 8 years as a runner, adventure tour guide and independent traveler. He has run, biked and hiked, numerous times, in all the places outlined in the itinerary. The object of the tour is to improve fitness with running and hiking at altitude, but most importantly to have fun and run in places where you as a traveler, may not have the local knowledge to do so.