Located at 2,800 meters above sea level, with one of the best climates in the highland region, agriculture is one of the most important activities, the main production is destinated to maize or choclo production. In many villages and communities, people preserve traditions, religion and the native language (Qechua).

Tucked between Cusco and Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley is a truly special place, litle towns and villages steeped in age-old traditions is what you’ll experience on a tour to the Inca heartland.

Peru Study Abroad has its own housing, available for volunteers and faculty led programs. «Villa Calca» is located in the hart of the Sacred Valley