Peru is an enchanting country with a diverse environment that spans from arid desert, to great heights in the Andes mountains and down in to the ecologically diverse Amazon Rainforest. Whether in Lima, , or the rural villages outside of the , this experience will provide participants with a new perspective on the obstacles that are preventing growth in these communities, while allowing them to practice implementing solutions to these challenge, first-hand. E N D V R A R A E E E L S L

Bright Light Volunteers provides

All lodging Community service project funding

All meals in country All cultural activity expenses

All onsite transportation All community donations Tuition for dual-enrollment college course Bilingual, local, on-site, group leader offered online via our educational partner, Bethel University On-site Bright Light Volunteers state-side representative Certificate of Global Citizenship administered by Bethel University Medical and emergency insurance Presidential Service Award - Bronze Level

Make a Difference Volunteers will work to implement sustainable improvements in the community including educational and conservation projects that will improve the lives of the community. Teach and learn from one another, embrace a new and different culture, and see experiences that change lives. Educational Opportunities Together, along with your time in-country, the course is designed to foster the development of global leaders and world citizens. Students can make the most of their serviceand global leadership development program as a result of the unique online pre-departure eductional component offered by Bethel University. Cultural Activites Hands-on, immersive, cultural learning activities include discovering historic downtown Cusco via a cultural scavenger hunt, cooking classes with kids from a local albergue, touring the Sacred Valley and an all day journey to take in the majestic UNESCO World Heritage Site of . Estimated Contribution Per Participant

Program Contribution: $3300.00 Includes Education Component: $550* Airfare Estimate: $900*

*This is an airfare estimate only. Please contact your BLV representative for information on additional airfare procurement policies and services.

**Includes access to our web based, dual enrollment 3 credit hour transferable college credit course AND Certificate of Global Citizenship awarded via our educational partner, Bethel University.

Daily Itinerary* *Actual Itenteray will vary. This example is standard for what you can expect . Service work and activities vary depending on the needs of the community.

DAY 1: WELCOME TO ! You will arrive in Cusco and check into your hotel. After lunch, you will play a game to get to know the city. You will have dinner and stay overnight in Cusco. DAY 2: INTODUCTION TO THE MARAS VILLAGE After a traditional breakfast, you will depart for the Mara Village. After a short introduction to the village you will begin your service project. Afterwards you will have free time before dinner. You will stay overnight in Sacred Valley. DAY 3: PROJECT CONTINUES After breakfast, you will continue your service project. After lunch you will have some free time before a cooking lesson with the children of the village. You will stay overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 4: END OF THE PROJECT After breakfast, you will finish the service project and celebrate with a grand opening. You will enjoy a buffet lunch with the children of the community. Then, you will have some free time before dinner. You will stay overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 5: MORAY AND SALT TERRACES After breakfast, you will explore the Maras Village and the salt terraces. After lunch, you will visit Moray, the Incan ruins. Then, a farewell dinner will be served in your honor. You will stay overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 6: MACHU PICCHU After breakfast, you will ride a train from to Aguas Callentes. Then, you will have time to explore the village before taking a bus to Machu Picchu. You will have a guided tour of the famous sight. After train ride back from Ollantayambo, you will return to Cusco in time for dinner. You will stay overnight in Cusco.

DAY 7: FARWELL, PERU! After breakfast, you will have some free time. Then, after lunch, you will depart for the airport and begin your journey home.

*Bright Light Volunteers does not cover visas, checked baggage fees, cancellation insurance, immunizations (if applicable), extra food (beyond three meals per day), or souvenirs. Airfare arrangement assistance is available on a case by case basis. Earn College Credit

Bright Ligtht Volunteers, in conjunction with Bethel University, provides particpants with the opportunity to earn three credit hours of transferable college credit. This credit in Global Studies 140*, is available to high school juniors, seniors and college students. Adults may audit the course as well. Instructions on course enrollment will be shared with you upon completion of registration.

*All eligible students must enroll. To opt out of our educational component, please speak to your Bright Light Volunteers Coordinator.

Global Service-Learning and Citizenship is a course-based, culturally- immersive, service-learning opportunity designed to equip participants with the broad knowledge and skills necessary to become informed, responsible, culturally competent, global citizens.

All of our programs are designed to support the UN sustainable Development Goals

Contact Stacie Freeman for more information: [email protected]

Brightlightvolunteers.org (866) 612-4321 9540 Garland Road Ste. 381 Box 116 Dallas, TX 75218

Bright Light Volunteers, is a 501(c)(3) tax expempt nonprofit organization. Our mission is to make the world a brighter place by providing educational service opportunities that foster the development of global leaders and citizens.