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Follow on Google News | Gap Adventures to resume tour operations on Peru’s Inca Trail after April 1Trail leading to Machu Picchu to reopen following regional mudslides
By: Gap Adventures “The Inca Trail has long been one of our most popular destinations and I’m thrilled that we can continue providing life-changing visits to one of the world’s true wonders,” said Gap Adventures founder Bruce Poon Tip. “We’re delighted that our trips will help rebuild the local economy and bring a bit of happiness back into the lives of locals after such a difficult period.” Local authorities have stated that both the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu will reopen April 1, 2010. Gap Adventures intends to make every effort possible to operate scheduled itineraries to the region in the immediate period following that reopening date. However, due to limited train service provided by Peru Rail between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, there may be slight modifications to itineraries to ensure the safe and efficient transport of passengers to and from the area. Some of Gap Adventures’ most popular Peru itineraries include the comprehensive eight-day Inca Discovery tour (http://www.gapadventures.com/ For more information, visit www.gapadventures.com About Gap Adventures Gap Adventures is a world leader in the adventure travel industry offering small group adventures on all seven continents and beyond to more than 100,000 global travellers annually. The award-winning trips, which focus on culture, nature and active travel, are ideal for those with a sense of adventure – people who want to leave the beaten path and authentically immerse themselves in a local culture or environment to experience the real world in a sustainable manner. Demonstrating its ongoing cultural, social and economic commitment to responsible tourism, Gap Adventures established the Planeterra Foundation, as a way the company and its passengers can give back to the communities visited. For more information, please visit www.gapadventures.com and www.planeterra.org Media Contact: Marie Anne MacRae Business Development & Media Relations Manager Gap Adventures Direct: 416 263-4675 marieanne_macrae@ End
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