Julia's Ladies hiking retreat, 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 terrain and elevations for experienced hikers
TRIP DATES: JUNE 22-30, 2026
1/16 Available spots.
Trip cost $2500
Meet your co-host, Julia! (@juliatakesahike)
Julia is an outdoor, adventure and travel lover based in Colorado. She is passionate about getting people outside, recreating responsibly and believes friendships are best made outdoors. She has previously partnered with Culture Chalk and is excited to co-host this trip to make new memories with you!
What is included:
8 Nights Accommodations
18 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 4 Suppers
Delicious snacks, smoothies and refreshments
Gear for Laguna 69 Hike
National park excursions
Local guides
English-speaking host and leader who will be with the group throughout the trip.
Airport Shuttles
Transportation throughout the department of Ancash
Activities:
Huaraz walking tours
Museum tours
Overnight hike, dinner and breakfast over the campfire
Ancient ruins day trip
Optional hot springs soak
WhatsApp group chat leading up to the trip for ongoing support and to answer questions.
What is not included:
Flights
Personal Travel Insurance (Required)
Gratuity for guides/hotel staff - please account for 5%
5 a-la-carte meals out while exploring Huaraz
What our trips are all about...
DAY 1
June 22
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 23
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 24
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 4
JUNE 25
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.
Lunch will be Peruvian dishes ordered at a restaurant on the way back from the trip.
DAY 5
JUNE 26
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 6
JUNE 27
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."
Summer secret Santa gifts delivered.
DAY 7
JUNE 28
THE BIG HIKE
6:30 am
Breakfast
7:45
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 8
JUNE 29
THE BIG HIKE
Wake up in Cabin dorm
Breakfast
Continue hike to Laguna 69
Complete hike, shuttle back to Huaraz for a final dinner together, rest and sharing!
DAY 9
JUNE 30
Breakfast
Goodbyes
Transportation to the airport for your flights to Lima.
THANK YOU FOR JOINING!
Where you'll be staying while in Huaraz, Peru:
Each of the townhomes in this package boasts two to three beds in a beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of Huaraz. We are dedicated to our hikers' comfort on every adventure we undertake!
Beautiful location, local decor.
Total Price:
$2500
JUST ONE SPOT LEFT
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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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2 Water bottles, 4 litre capacity recommended
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Extra snacks: granola bars, chocolate, nuts.
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Layers of Clothing: Huascaran National Park hikes get gradually colder and colder as we ascend.
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Mitts and a beanie
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Hiking shoes
CLOTHES PACK LIST
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9-10 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 elastics
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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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Puffy 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. We truly want you to experience the best of Peruvian culture while representing your own culture with class, sensitivity and objectivity. And trust us, we know it's not always easy when experiencing new things, as good as they may be, they are still different and different can be challenging. 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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