Daily Departures
7 Days from $1779*
Look back
into Peru's rich past to cultures that predated the Incas by centuries
and left a remarkable legacy on the Peruvian landscape! Ascend into the
Andean highlands to see the Inca heritage of Cuzco
and
Machu Picchu. You
can extend your trip with optional excursions to Lake
Titicaca and Bolivia, where you see
the massive ruins of an ancient civilization that predates the Inca, Tiahuanacu.
Explore La Paz,
cradled at the foot of snow-capped Mt.
Illimani. In Peru, you can venture north
into the desert areas around Trujillo
and Chiclayo
to see the newly discovered tomb of the Lord
of Sipan or venture south of Lima to the mysterious lines and drawings
of the Plains
of Nazca.
Itinerary
Day One: Arrive Lima
Start your adventure into the Land of the Incas. Walking transfer to the Costa del Sol Ramada Airport Hotel or assistance with boarding the shuttle to the Holiday Inn.
Day
Two: Lima/Cuzco/Urubamba Valley An hour flight will transfer you to Cuzco,
the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, at an altitude of 11,300 feet. You will be met upon arrival to commence
your tour into the scenic Urubamba
Valley. The
valley, also known as the Sacred
Valley of the Incas, is at a much more
comfortable 8,500 feet, and you will immediately feel the difference.
If you arrive Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, you will stop at Pisac
for a colorful Indian market. Stalls overflow with weavings, handicrafts
and pottery, enticing everyone to bargain! Later, climb the ruins at Ollantaitambo,
another sacred site which the Incas fiercely defended from the Spaniards.
Overnight at your choice of charming country inns. (B, L)
Day Three: In the Sacred Valley Today you will enjoy a tour to the Chinchero Plateau between Cuzco and the Sacred Valley. First visit the village of Chinchero. The town always has come vendors selling their handmade weavings and crafts. You will join a local weaving family in the courtyard of their home for a weaving demonstration, and you can and shop for some of the finest textiles in the area. If it is Sunday you will witness the market that traces its roots back to Inca times when barter or 'trueque' existed. Today the market, noted for its textiles, takes place in the main square, at the foot of an Inca wall, and is real hub of activity, vibrant with color and movement variety of handicrafts. You will then visit two relatively unknown sites: Maras, where the Incas gathered salt from steep terraces; and Moray, where they experimented with agriculture in these unusual land formations. A boxed lunch will be provided (B, Boxed Lunch)
Day Four: Urubamba Valley to Machu
Picchu Morning transfer to Ollantaitambo
to board the train† for Machu Picchu,
where you will have a guided walking tour of the ruins. You and the lucky
few who will spend the night here will have a few more hours to explore
the site after the crowds have returned to Cuzco. Those who select the Deluxe or Deluxe Plus category hotels will enjoy
an additional dinner. The Sanctuary
Lodge (Deluxe Plus) is located just outside the gate to Machu Picchu
at the top of the mountain. The other hotels are located in the quaint
village of Aguas Calientes at the base of the ruins. (B, L)
Day Five: Machu Picchu to Cuzco
This morning you can revisit Machu Picchu on your own before the afternoon
return train to Cuzco. NOTE:
Transfers from Aguas Calientes to/from Machu Picchu and entrance fees
are NOT
included this day. (B)
Day Six: In Cuzco
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, tour Cuzco, including the recently
restored Cathedral
and the Inca Sun Temple, Koricancha.
Then ascend into the hills overlooking Cuzco to visit the massive fortress
of Sacsayhuaman.
You'll wonder how the Incas built this massive structure. Nearby, visit
K'kenko, sacred
Pucapucara and the temple of Tambo
Machay (left & above, right). (B)
Day Seven: Cuzco to Lima
Transfer to the airport, train or bus station for the continuation of
your trip. (B)
NOTE:
Click here to extend your tour to Lake
Titicaca and Bolivia.
Hotel Category
$1779 |
$1800 |
1875 |
1899 |
$1979 |
$2169 |
2085 |
2280 |
$2129 |
$2370 |
2240 |
2495 |
$2655 |
$2900 |
2795 |
3060 |
$3080 |
$3595 |
3245 |
3795 |
$98 |
$100 |
100 |
105 |
Low Season = JAN through MAR
High Season = APR through DEC
Rates do not apply during Easter, Inti Raymi Festival in Cuzco (JUN 23-25), Peruvian National Holidays, Christmas & New Year.
Suggested Airfare: The airfare LIMA/CUZCO/LIMA or vice-versa is NOT included and may vary from $260 per person to $450 per person depending on availability of space.
†In Tourist Class, the Expedition Train is quoted and lunch is NOT included. In First Class and Deluxe categories, the VistaDome
Train is quoted and does NOT include lunch.
Dinner is included at the Casa Andina Machu Picchu, Sumaq Hotel or Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, and where specified below at El Mapi Inn. The Belmond Sanctuary Lodge includes lunch and dinner.
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Upgrade
to Hiram
Bingham Train One way from Cuzco to Machu Picchu or Machu Picchu to Cuzco (does not operate on Sunday).
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JAN 11 thru FEB and
NOV 01-DEC 19 |
$395 |
JAN 01-10, MAR thru OCT,
and DEC 20-31 |
$495 |
2nd Day admissions to Machu Picchu
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$73 |
2nd Day transfer to Machu Picchu
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$46 |
Admissions to Huayna Picchu |
$26 |
*Rates subject to change without notice. |
Hotels in Category
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