Learn Spanish in Cusco
Spanish Immersion in Peru
Learning Spanish abroad in Cusco, Peru is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. Peru shares borders with Ecuador, Columbia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile and the Pacific Ocean. The country has three distinct regions: a narrow coastal belt along the Pacific Ocean, the wide Andean mountains, and the Amazon rainforest. Although the coastal belt is a desert, that is where most of the population lives. Peru is renowned as the land of the Incas, but many great pre-Columbian civilizations flourished. Visitors can see the ancient ruins of the Inca capital of Cusco, and explore the lost city of Machu Picchu as well as ruins from a variety of other cultures, including the Nazca and Moche.
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Once the capital of the great Inca civilization, Cusco is also home to magnificent examples of colonial architecture. The stone foundations of Inca temples are still visible in the colonial buildings in and around the city. Many international tourists are drawn to Cusco for its close proximity to the famous Machu Picchu ruins and the Inca Trail. Due to the high elevation, it is cold at night and cool during the day year round. However, this can be a great excuse to seek out the many Indian markets selling the beautiful wool sweaters and textiles of Peru. Surrounded by the wealth of its Inca history and offering the comforts of an internationally known town, Cusco truly is an exciting place to learn Spanish.
School Facilities:
School occupies a beautiful and historial 19th century home with about 17 classrooms, a video room, indoor patio, auditorium, an entertainment room, and an indoor plaza. Located next to the main post office, Internet cafes, banks, casa de cambios and directly behind the most important site from pre-Columbian Cusco, the Korikancha (Temple of the Sun). It is about four blocks from the Plaza de Armas, the central meeting area of Cusco - a great place to people watch! Capacity is 65 students/day.
Participants:
European mixture (many from the Netherlands) and North Americans.
Accreditation Memberships:
Recognized by Bildungsurlaub in Germany. Approved for academic credit by several US Institutions including Brookhaven College
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Spanish Immersion Program (included in tuition):
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- 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
- Group classes (max 4)
- Private room with host family
- 3 meals daily
- Airport pick-up in Cusco
- Laundry service
- Some organized activities
- Emergency message service
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| What We Like: |
What We Don't Like: |
- Maximum 4 students per group class
- Private room & laundry service
- Usually one student per family
- School organizes some activities
- Diverse mix of students
- Beautiful colonial town
- Cost of living is low
- Academic credit available
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- Basic living conditions (small room, plain food, etc)
- Takes a few days to get used to the high altitude
- Public safety concerns in certain areas of Peru
- Many international tourists in Cusco
- Teachers' ability & experience varies
- Usually a 30 minute walk or short commute to school
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2008 Prices (Click to see prices for 2007)
| Course Name |
1
Wk |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| 4 hrs/day Group w/homestay |
$315 |
$590 |
$865 |
$1140 |
$275 |
max 4 |
3 |
| 4 hrs/day Group classes only |
$175 |
$310 |
$445 |
$580 |
$135 |
max 4 |
0 |
| 4 hrs/day Private w/homestay |
$400 |
$760 |
$1120 |
$1480 |
$360 |
1 to 1 |
3 |
| 4 hrs/day Private classes only |
$260 |
$480 |
$700 |
$920 |
$220 |
1 to 1 |
0 |
| 7 hrs/day Activa w/homestay |
$510 |
$980 |
$1450 |
$1920 |
$470 |
max 4 |
3 |
| 7 hrs/day Activa classes only |
$370 |
$700 |
$1030 |
$1360 |
$330 |
max 4 |
0 |
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Airport Pickup: Included with homestay
Airport Pickup Comments:
*If you are staying with a family, an airport pick-up is included in Cusco. Not offered if opting for classes only.
Lima Package = $185
Airport transfers, one night hotel in Lima, & one-way airfare to Cusco. Please book this option w/ at least 2-3 weeks notice. You should arrive in Lima on the Saturday before your classes start.
Program Additions & Upgrades:
* Extra homestay nights: $18/night
* Private Classes: $11/hour
Start Dates:
Start any Monday
Closed Dates:
2008: 1/1, 5/1, 6/24, 7/28, 8/30, 10/8, 11/1, 12/8, 12/25, 12/31
Other Comments:
*ACTIVA program: 4 hrs/day of Group classes and 3 hrs/day of activities
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Learn Spanish language in Peru. AmeriSpan offers courses in:
Cusco.
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