2026 Machu Picchu

Fly to Cuzco, in the heart of the Inca civilization. Journey through the Andes to the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, the agricultural center of their grand empire. While en route to your hotel, explore different towns in the valley, each a representation of the region’s unique culture. After a short lesson on the local language, stop in Pisac village to browse the colorful handicraft market. Settle into your hotel nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley.

Climb aboard your train to Machu Picchu for breathtaking views through panoramic windows as you ride through the Andes to the “Lost City of the Incas.”

Hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungle, Machu Picchu is considered the most spectacular sight in South America. Spend the afternoon with your guide uncovering the mysteries of these majestic ruins. 

Stay at the base of Machu Picchu for a chance to further soak up its atmosphere. Enjoy an exclusive culinary demonstration and learn how to craft the perfect ceviche and pisco sour before your dinner featuring a Peruvian menu.

Take advantage of free time and explore the local markets in Aguas Calientes on your own, or you may choose to visit Machu Picchu at sunrise. Return to the Sacred Valley by train. Upon arriving in Cuzco, join an included educational lecture at your hotel.

This CLE presentation will explore how solo practitioners can streamline their legal practice through the strategic use of automation tools, calendaring systems, and case management software. Attendees will learn how to implement practical workflows using affordable and accessible apps to reduce administrative burdens, improve client communication, and ensure deadlines are never missed. The session will cover real-world examples of integrating tools like automated intake forms, task management systems, and document automation platforms to create a more efficient, scalable, and client-focused practice. By the end of the presentation, participants will have a roadmap for transforming their solo practice into a tech-enabled, time-saving operation.

Dana Ewell and Joel Radovcich were college students at Santa Clara University. Dana hired Joel to murder his entire family; his mother, father and sister, to inherit the estate. In today’s dollars, the estate would be valued at more than $18,000,000. The Ewell family was a prominent family who lived in Central California. Joel gunned down all three family members with an assault rifle that had a homemade silencer on it as they arrived home on an Easter Sunday. The entire trial was broadcast live on the radio. Mr. Hammerschmidt was one of two prosecutors on the case. The case has been featured on numerous national crime shows. Netflix has expressed interest in running a six-part series on the case.

Start your morning on a tour of Cuzco, visiting the San Pedro Market, the Koricancha temple, the central Plaza de Armas, and the Cuzco Cathedral.

Today, fly to Puno, hugging the shores of Lake Titicaca. Known as the birthplace of the Inca Empire, ancient legends say that life began here. Upon arrival, check into your lakeside hotel. Tonight, enjoy an evening at leisure.

Spend today getting to know the locals. Enjoy a morning cruise to the floating islands of the Uros people of Lake Titicaca. Experience walking on the island’s spongy surface made from compacted beds of tortora reeds and meet the locals, learning about their history and lifestyle. Later, cruise to a local rustic village for a home-hosted meal and swap stories with Peruvian families before visiting the mystical Chullpas de Sillustani – an archaeological area boasting 13th-century funerary monuments.

As your tour comes to a close, spend the morning relaxing on the shores of Lake Titicaca before flying to Lima.