Magical Machu Picchu & Peru

Discover the treasures of Peru on our 7-day tour, or choose to extend your stay in paradise to make it a magical 10 days! Marvel at this ancient Inca civilization and wonder out loud: “How'd they DO that?!?” From your first breathless moment in Cusco (we’re serious about the altitude) to the amazing beauty of the Inca Trail and your first glimpse of Machu Picchu this trip promises memories of a lifetime. Adventuring across the Sacred Valley we'll continue South for an overnight on Amantani Island as the 10-day tour takes us to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca! Space is limited to a group of 12 and early Inca Trail registration is mandatory, so don’t delay your plans to join us!



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The Lost City of The Incas

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Llamas wander around Machu Picchu

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Amazing contoured terraces of Moray

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Tiered salt extraction pools at Maras

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Uros reed boats on Lake Titicaca

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Hiker's view from Huayna Picchu

Trip Highlights

  • The Sacred Valley and World Heritage Site of Cusco
  • Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an impressive Inca archaeological site
  • Inca temple of Koricancha – Temple of the Sun
  • Maras Salt Complex with over 1000 traditional extraction wells
  • Contoured terraces of Moray, Inca agricultural research center
  • Archaeological complex of Pisac and the colorful Pisac Market
  • Chichubamba community collective with artisan demonstrations
  • Short Inca Trail 6-hour hike to reach world-famous architectural wonder Machu Picchu, Urubamba Valley views, Choquesuysuy & waterfalls, archaeological complex of Wiñaywayna
  • 10-Day tour travels to Puno to visit the islands of Lake Titicaca: Uros, Amantani and Taquile (minimum 6 people)

Accommodations

Boutique hotels in Lima, The Sacred Valley and Puno are centrally located within easy reach of all local cultural attractions. Spacious rooms, private baths, a/c, modern amenities, cozy lounge areas, guest internet stations and Wi-Fi. 10-Day tour includes special overnight with local community families on Amantani Island.

What is Included

  • All accommodations double occupancy; single private occupancy upon request with supplement
  • Round trip group transfers for airport/hotel and train/hotel
  • Backpacker Train to Aguas Calientes
  • Ground transfers between tour sites and villages
  • Boat transfers between islands of Lake Titicaca on 10-day tour
  • All local English-speaking guides
  • 7-Day Tour: daily continental breakfast, 4-lunches, 1-special dinner accompanied by traditional folk music (see itinerary)
  • 10-Day Tour: daily contin. breakfast, 5-lunches, 2-special dinners
  • Daily Pisco Sour ‘toast to tradition’ – the Peruvian national drink!
  • Hands-on restaurant cooking lesson for authentic Andean lunch!
  • Entry fees to archaeological sites listed, Inca Trail & Machu Picchu
  • Guided tour of Cusco and Sacsayhuaman
  • Short Inca Trail 6-hour hike to world-famous Machu Picchu
  • Guided tour within the Citadel of Machu Picchu
  • Guided tours of Maras and Moray
  • Guided tour of workshops at Chichubamba Collective with demonstrations by local artisans
  • Guided tours of Uros, Amantani and Taquile on 10-day tour

Additional Activities (cost not incl.)

  • International flights
  • National flights Lima-Cusco-Lima for 7-Day Tour approx US$360; flights Lima-Cusco-Puno-Lima for 10-Day Tour approx US$540
  • International airport tax US$30.25, local airport taxes US$12.10
  • Additional archaeological tours and museum entrances not listed
  • Whitewater rafting, horseback riding
  • Jacuzzi/Sauna/Massage (avail. at hotel in Urubamba)
  • Hot Springs entry, spa treatments in Aguas Calientes
  • Services not specified in the itinerary, extras and tips

Getting There

You will arrange your international flight to Jorge Chavez Airport in Lima, Peru. Our representative will meet and transport you to our Miraflores hotel. We’ll provide specific arrival instructions with your confirmation letter so don’t worry!

Dates

Saturday 31 July - Friday 6 August, 2010 for 7-Day Tour
Saturday 31 July - Monday 9 August, 2010 for 10-Day Tour

Cost

7-Day Tour - $1795 per person, double occupancy
10-Day Tour - $2095 per person, double occupancy

Last Chance! Sign up now while we still have a few spaces left for this amazing trip!

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