Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru exhibition competition

Win a 10-day trip for two to Peru and experience the ancient wonders of Machu Picchu and the vibrant culture of South America first-hand.

This bespoke travel package showcases Peru, the cultural heart of South America through a spectacular itinerary curated by custom travel specialists, Adventure World. Tour Lima and discover its rich history; explore the markets and ruins of Cusco and walk among the clouds at Machu Picchu.

Your Peruvian adventure will begin departing on LATAM Airlines’ new direct Sydney-Santiago route and will see you enjoy a bespoke itinerary of unforgettable experiences provided by Adventure World.

The competition will open at 9am on Thursday 21 November 2024 (AEDT).

The competition prize comprises of a bespoke Adventure World Peru travel package for two people, twin-share 4-star and 5-star boutique accommodation, and international return economy flights on LATAM Airlines’ new direct Sydney-Santiago route and ongoing LATAM flight transfers to Peru.

Enjoy a spectacular itinerary of unforgettable experiences highlighting the best of Peru, with visits to Lima, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, Cusco and Lake Titicaca.

With more than 40 years of experience, Adventure World has been curating authentic and sustainable travel experiences to guarantee its guests experience the lifeblood of a destination. Adventure World’s trips are underpinned by its Travel with Purpose charter, to celebrate and conserve culture and create socio-economic benefits for communities. This bespoke trip has been curated to enable the winner to experience the best of Peru.

The prize package includes:

• Accommodation
  9 nights hotel accommodation, twin share, including a selection of unique and luxury properties. Highlights include:
  
  Cusco: Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco, is a historic treasure housed in a 500-year-old mansion in Cusco, Peru. This hotel artfully blends traditional Peruvian heritage with modern luxury, offering guests a truly unique experience. Within its walls, visitors can marvel at beautifully preserved stone archways, exquisite Hispanic artworks, and even an authentic Inca wall.
  
  Sacred Valley: Tambo del Inka, nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas the hotel provides a gateway to the vast cultural richness of this region. It features stunning views of the Andes Mountains and the Vilcanota River, from elegantly designed rooms and suites.
  
  Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu): Sumaq Hotel, nestled at the base of Machu Picchu, offering breathtaking views of the mountains and the Vilcanota River. Renowned by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, Sumaq celebrates Peruvian culture with contemporary Andean design and personalised service.
  
• Meals:
  9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner.
  
• Transportation
  International return economy LATAM Airlines flights for two adults from Sydney to Lima via Santiago and domestic economy LATAM Airlines flights from Lima to Cusco return.
  
  LATAM Airlines is the leading airline in South America, with the largest network of destinations in the continent connecting to more than 120 wonderful cities including Cuzco, Torres del Paine, Cartagena de Indias, Easter Island, Buenos Aires, Galapagos Islands, Rio de Janeiro and more. The airline has more than 90 years of experience and was recently awarded "Best Airline in South America” for the fifth consecutive year.
  
  Air-conditioned vehicles for local transfers and tours, return train to Machu Picchu.
  
• Sightseeing and Experiences
  Lima city tour with Barranco & Victor Delfin Museum, Sacred Valley tour, Machu Picchu tour, Cusco city tour, cooking class in Cusco, Taquile & Uros Island tour including entrance fees and English-speaking local guides.

Included in the tour are a selection of Adventure World MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences. These experiences are chosen with great care based on the positive social or environmental impact they have on their communities.

• Explore Barranco, the artistic neighbourhood of Lima learning the colonial, republican and contemporary Peruvian art expressions, including visits to local artists' workshops and the renowned studio-museum of Víctor Delfín, celebrated for his iconic sculpture "The Kiss".
• Enjoy lunch at AMA. Through their restaurant, alpaca boutique and regenerative tourism experiences, AMA strives to empower Sacred Valley's marginalised communities providing job opportunities and first-hand training.
• Andean cooking class, in Cusco. A fantastic introduction to the region’s culinary history and exotic Andean ingredients at Mama Seledonia’s Kitchen. Seledonia’s impact goes beyond the kitchen, she actively engages in social outreach, offering employment opportunities to single mothers from less privileged communities.