Family trip, Peru 2026
Cordillera Blanca, Ancash, Peru
Complete a bucket list hike up the highest mountain range in the Americas. Discover villages around Huaraz, hot springs, eat fresh local food, explore pre-Incan ruins, laguna 69 hike, and engage in cultural activities!
This Peru trip explores the hidden gem of the Ancash region of Peru.
TRIP DATES: JUNE 8-18, 2026
7 Available spots.
Trip cost $3300
(For family of 2 adults, 2 children. Additional adults $700, children $400)
Payments made in full of 5% off!
Hosted by the Culture Chalk family, for families.
We are SO excited to share this adventure with you!
What is included:
10 Nights Accommodations
Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 2 Suppers
Delicious snacks, smoothies and refreshments
Gear for Laguna 69 Hike
A national park
Local guides
English speaking host and leader that will be with group for the duration of the trip.
Airport Shuttles
Transportation throughout the department of Ancash
Activities:
Huaraz walking tours
Museum tours
Overnight hike (optional for active keeners!), dinner and breakfast over the campfire
Hot spring and ancient ruins day trip
WhatsApp group chat leading up to the trip for continual support and questions answered.
What is not included:
Flights
Personal Travel Insurance (Required)
Gratuity for guides/hotel staff - please account for 5%
A-la-carte meals out while exploring Huaraz
DAY 1
June 8
Please send us your flight itineraries, and we will arrange airport transportation from the Huaraz Airport to your accommodations.
Arrival at the hotel in Huaraz.
Settling into the accommodations
Orientation and itinerary overview
Intro to your groups
"Secret Summer Santa name draw"
Fruit spread and a light meal
Walk to Huaraz central plaza
DAY 2
June 09
8:00 am
Breakfast with your groups
Team building
Huaraz scavenger hunt!
Each group will receive a link to 10-12 photos of places in Huaraz to replicate, along with a list of challenges to complete. These challenges include local experiences like:
Catching a cab, taking public transit, purchasing specific items, and tasting certain foods. Each group will have a culture chalk staff member who will be present ONLY for support if the team gets lost!
1:00-2:00
Lunch
Free time to explore/shop
DAY 3
June 10
Day trip to Chavin
7:00
Breakfast
The shuttle will arrive after breakfast and take the group to the pre-Incan ruins of Chavin de Huantar and the Chavin museum, (A gift from the country of Japan to Peru!)
We will explore the ancient temple's tunnels and surrounding landscape, then finish with a wonderful restaurant meal in Chavin.
Free time in the evening upon our return to the accommodations.
DAY 5
JUNE 12
Laguna Paron
The shuttle will arrive after breakfast and take the group to Huaraz National Park, where we will see Paron Lake and the peak featured in the Paramount Pictures intro.
This is a short hike to help acclimate and prepare for Laguna 69.
For those wanting to take it easy, boat rides are available for 15-20 soles per person.
Lunch will be Peruvian dishes ordered at a restaurant on the way back from the trip.
DAY 4
June 11
Huaraz City Tour
7:00 - 8:00
Breakfast
3 families will tour in the morning and 3 families in the afternoon.
A tour through Huaraz explaining the history of the City, the earthquake of 1970, a market visit, and tasting local food.
Free time in the afternoon and evening upon our return to the accommodations.
DAY 6
JUNE 13
8:00 am
Breakfast
Day of rest to explore museums, artisan markets, and enjoy some downtime.
Lunch and suppers on this day: out as a family or in groups. (These meals are not included.)
Evening:
Games, storytelling, and families getting to know one another in living rooms.
DAY 7
JUNE 14
Slow morning to sleep in and rest.
7:30 am
Breakfast
8:30
Day trip to Pastoruri Glacier
The shuttle will arrive after breakfast, whisking the group to Huascaran National Park. At 16400 ft above sea level, this one is a heartpouder and another great prep-hike before our overnighter to Laguna 69.
For those who want to enjoy a horseback ride instead of the hike, it is 30 soles round-trip or 15 soles one-way. (Horses will get you to about 20 minutes from the glacier)
Evening
Charcuterie night in each townhouse unit. Guests will be encouraged to "make rounds to each unit to mingle."
DAY 8
JUNE 15
Slow morning to sleep in and rest.
9:00 am
Breakfast
10:15
Day trip to Honcopampa
The shuttle will arrive after breakfast and take the group to a local gem... a hike up to a waterfall, with a meal prepared by a local family upon returning to the trailhead. A pristine landscape, definitely off the beaten path!
Evening
Pizza night at the hotel and an opportunity to share highlights.
DAY 9
JUNE 16
THE BIG HIKE
LAGUNA 69
(Optional, an alternate schedule for families that stay back will be provided to another turquoise lake. This hike is not for the faint of heart.)
6:30 am
Breakfast
7:45 am
Take the shuttle to the trailhead and begin the hike to Refugio Pisco. An Andean refuge and cabin for hikers.
Picnic lunch along the hike.
Evening
Arrival at "Refugio Pisco"
Fire and meal.
DAY 10
JUNE 17
THE BIG HIKE
Wake up in the cabin dorm
Breakfast
Continue hike to Laguna 69
Complete hike, shuttle back to Huaraz for a final dinner together, rest and sharing!
Summer secret Santas drop off gifts!
Families staying back: Morning trip to local hot springs after breakfast.
DAY 11
JUNE 18
Goodbyes!
Breakfast served from 7-9
Shuttles arranged to Huaraz airport.
What our trips are all about...
Culture
Explore new areas beyond just what you see in the pictures.. leave with a new knowledge of local traditions, customs, language and cuisine. We offer our guests opportunities to contribute to the wellbeing of the places they visit!
Community
Our itineraries include a wide range of community and team building events that happen before the 'big hike' day. This allows our guest families to acclimatize, get to know one another, and really gel as a group before taking on a physical challenge.
Sharing meals, playing games, going out to learn about local culture together.. these are things that provoke great conversation allowing us to get to know one another and providing depth to the adventure.
Organization
Large group trips take an incredible amount of planning. Leave that to us! You just get to Huaraz, Peru and we will take care of the rest. Tours, meals, reservations and accommodations are all included in this adventure package and we will do our best to ensure a smooth trip, from start to finish.
Giving Back
There's no two ways about it, when you go somewhere, you leave footprints. We believe in responsible tourism and want our guests to leave a positive mark wherever we visit together. We engage with the local community and humanitarian organizations to ensure we are giving as much as we take during our visits.
Where you'll be staying while in Huaraz, Peru:
Each one of the rooms offered in this package boast two to three beds in a beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of Huaraz. We are dedicated to the comfort of our families during each adventure we take on!
Beautiful location, local decor.
Total Price:
$3300 base price for families of four.
Extra Child $400
1 Spot left!
MEET YOUR HOSTS...
HIKING PACK LIST!
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Head lamp
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Portable charger
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Medications if needed (acetaminophen is recommended to have on hand)
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Electrolyte tabs
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Dry bag (for passports and wallets)
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Walking stick or poles (optional)
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Daypack (10-20 litre capacity)
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Water bottles, 4 litre capacity recommended
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Extra snacks: granola bars, chocolate, nuts.
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Layers of Clothing: Huascaran hikes get gradually colder and colder.
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Mitts and beanie
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Hiking shoes
CLOTHES PACK LIST
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7-8 Pairs socks and underwear
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Rain Jacket
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4 Pants
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Comfortable hiking pants
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3 pairs of shorts
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8 shirts/tops
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Toiletries, brush, hair ellastics
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Swimwear
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Sandals -hiking type recommended for versatility
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Sport Bras
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Base layer of thermo-wear
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Jacket AND sweater
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Walking shoes
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Earplugs and headphones
GENERAL INFORMATION
Huaraz remains extremely traditional and conservative in nature. Please remember that we are guests and as such we should dress and behave respectfully towards our hosts. Please dress modestly during your time here.
Bringing a small gift is optional but recommended to give to some of the families we will support in the community. (Quality socks, non-lingual games (like UNO, a quality decks of cards, Blockus), children's toys or a quality kitchen utensil/gadget.)
As our name Culture Chalk implies, we specialize in Cultural Education. As your guide, and someone that was raised in Peru, I (Owen), truly want you to experience the best of Peruvian culture while representing your own culture with class, sensitivity and objectivity. And trust me, it's not always easy when experiencing new things, as good as they may be, they are still different and different can be challenging. As a family, we encourage visitors to come with an attitude of loving Peru for what it is and not judging it for what it is not.
Peru is a vibrant place and roosters crowing, dogs barking, music playing and fireworks being set off at all times of the day is considered normal. Come ready to laugh, dance, sing, and see yourself in a brand new light.
Also... Please bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper! ;)
Our goal as your hosts is for you to leave our place BETTER, in so many ways.
*Accommodation pictures will be uploaded once total number of participants is confirmed.
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