What about this or something like it

as a possible trek?

A while back South America was suggested by one of my fellow trekkers, though I don't think any more was said. Still, it might be worth considering.

One trek I saw that looked interesting, though quite possibly challenging was the Inca Trail offered by Exodus. The scenery shown on their site was beautiful, and seeing Machu Picchu would be amazing. History, beauty, possibly a little religion and the wonders of yet another country...what more could a girl ask for?? Especially one that once considered becoming an archaeologist?

Ok, I admit there is some camping involved, but the actual trekking portion is only 4 or 5 days, and just think of the gorgeous night skys. So many stars you might not be able to pick out the constellations.

And, if by chance the permits for the Inca Trail are dwindling, there is the even more rarely traveled trail of the Moonstone Trek. A bit tougher. A bit higher. More pristine and isolated. And we still get to see Machu Picchu at the end of the trek.