Day 01 Lima
Day 02 Lima – Sanctuary of Pachacamac – City Tour Colonial & Modern Lima
In the morning we are going to visit the Sanctuary of Pachacamac, one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Peru, in ancient times it was the most consulted oracle by the Andean world, it was built alongside the Lurin river and next to the Pacific Ocean, in this sacred and ceremonial place reached thousands of pilgrims converged to pay tribute and consult about the past and the future. We will appreciate platforms, buildings, pyramidal temples built by pre-Colombian cultures. Next to the excursion we will go to a restaurant for a delicious lunch. We continue our excursion to Lima downtown with a panoramic sightseeing to appreciate Grau Square, the Art Museum of Lima, the Italian Art Museum, Justice Palace, San Martin Square, Bolívar Traditional Hotel, the Main Square or “Mayor Square” and finally we will visit San Francisco Convent to discover the mystery of its catacombs. We will end the excursion with a visit to the residential district of San Isidro and an unforgettable view of the Pacific Ocean from the district of Miraflores. Return to the hotel. Accommodation in Lima.Meals: breakfast and lunchDay 03 Lima – Arequipa – City Tour
Day 04 Arequipa / Colca Canyon
Departure from Arequipa towards the town of Yura, pass by the slopes of the Chachani volcano, Pampa Arrieros, National Reserve of Pampa Cañahuas where we can appreciate the “vicuña” a native Peruvian animal; the wood of this specimen is highly valued in the international market, We will continue along Viscachani village, Pampas de Troca where a variety of birds can be seen. We continue bordering the Chucura crater to reach Patapampa (4,800 m.a.s.l) and we arrive into a viewpoint of los Andes where you can see the volcanoes surrounding the city of Arequipa, then we descend to the town of Chivay. In the afternoon we go to the hot springs of La Calera. Accommodation in Colca.Meals: breakfast and lunchDay 05 Colca Canyon / Puno
We stop in Chivay to take lunch and continue the route of Patapampa (4800 m.a.s.l) on the way we can see in a short distance the Chucura and Huarancote volcanoes, and in a long distance we can appreciate the Ubinas, Misti, Chachani, Ampato, Sabancaya and Hualca Hualca. We will continue along Pampas de Troca where a variety of birds can be seen. Return to Chivay and departure to Puno. Arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in Puno.Meals: breakfast and lunch
Day 06 Puno – Titicaca Lake
At according time we will start our lakeside guided tour to the highest lake in the world the “Titicaca Lake” (3810 masl), located in the Altiplano, we will visit the Uros Islands using small boats, this ethnic family lives in floating islands of totora reeds. We continue to Taquile island (4040 m.a.s.l) where we will discover one of the most beautiful andean places with plenty of hills and archaeological sites, weaving is the main activity and garments made with high technical fabric designs shows their daily lives. Return to Puno in the afternoon. Accommodation in Puno.Meals: breakfast and lunchDay 07 Puno / Cusco
Day 08 Cusco – City Tour & Sacsayhuaman Archeological Park
Free morning to make personal activities. In the afternoon we will visit the Imperial City of the Incas: The Archeological Capital of America and also called the “navel” of the world, Cusco. At according time, pick up from the hotel to start our excursion to the city; we will walk toward main streets and squares, we could appreciate colonial houses and palaces, we will visit the Korikancha Palace, Santo Domingo Convent and the Cathedral. After this amazing experience we will go away from the city to visit four archeological sites: Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park , an impressive fortress of colossal dimensions; Qenqo Ceremonial Center; Tambomachay and its sacred fountains of life; and Puca Pucará viewpoint and watchtower which guarded the city entrance. Return to Cusco. Accommodation in Cusco.Meals: breakfastDay 09 Cusco – Sacred Valley of the Icas – Cusco
Day 10 Cusco – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco
At according time transfer to the Railway Station to board the train to Aguas Calientes, immediately we will board the bus to go up the winding road to one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World chosen by the NOWC* organization “The Sanctuary of Machu Picchu” located amid mountains and flanked by steep deep canyon formed by the Urubamba river, you will have a guided tour of the citadel where we can see three sectors; in the first you are able to observe the sacred district, in the second you can see the quarter of the priests nobles and the residential area, in the third sector you will appreciate the popular neighborhood located in the south of the citadel among other architectural attractions. Finishing this wonderful experience we descend to Aguas Calientes to board again the train to return to Cusco, you will be driven to the hotel. Accommodation in Cusco.Meals: breakfastDay 11 Cusco / Puerto Maldonado
Day 12 Puerto Maldonado
Full day to make activities according to the chosen Lodge. You will experience different kind of excursion during the morning, the afternoon and at night . Accommodation in Logde.Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinnerDía 13 Puerto Maldonado
Día 14 Puerto Maldonado / Lima
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PRICE PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. PRICE INCLUDES FLIGHTS
What you need to bring!
Clothes for warm and cold weather as well as waterproof jacket, fleece pants, trekking shoes, hat or cap, scarf, sunscreen, insect repellent and disinfectant alcohol gel, camera, binoculars, original passport and extra money in soles for small purchases.
Optionals
Optional Excursion to Nazca
Overflight to Nazca Lines (from Nazca)
01 Day – Full Day
Day 01 Lima / Nazca / Lima
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Optional Extension to Paracas & Nazca
Overflight to Nazca Lines (from Paracas)
02 Days / 01 Night
Day 01 Lima / Paracas
Day 02 Paracas / Lima
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Optional Excursion to Paracas & Nazca
Overflight to Nazca Lines (from Nazca)
03 Days / 02 Night
Day 01 Lima / Paracas
Day 2 Paracas / Nazca
Day 3 Nazca / Lima
At the end of the service transfer to the Station to board the bus back to Lima.Meal: breakfast
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Includes
Hotels
Insurance
- Transfers indicated in the itinerary
- 13 nights of accommodation (please ask for 3 or 4 Star hotels)
- Tours specified in the itinerary
- Expedition train service
- Meals specified in the itinerary
- Shared services with guide in Spanish or English
- High quality personal service
The program doesn´t include:
- Local and Intra-Country flights included
- Tips for the drivers, guides, waitress or bell captain
- Extra expenses like telephone calls, laundry or minibar
- Insurance
Lima / Cusco / Puno / Arequipa / Other Cities
| Trip Cancellation | UP TO US$500 PER PERSON (additional coverage available at low cost) |
| Trip Interruption | UP TO US$500 PER PERSON (additional coverage available at low cost) |
| Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage | $10,000 |
| Emergency Medical Transportation | $50,000 |
| Baggage Coverage | $500 |
| Baggage Delay | $100 |
| Travel Delay | $150 |
| 24-Hour Hotline Assistance | Included |
(*) Available Basic trip cancellation/ interruption insurance up to US$500 per person. Approximate cost of policy US$50 per person unless additional trip cancellation/interruption coverage is requested. Insurance provided by Allianz Travel Insurance under their rules and regulations. Valid for US citizens and legal residents only. International flights, individual tours and/or treks are excluded. Peru Travel and Tours, LLC is not obligated to purchase an insurance policy nor liable if a policy is not purchased or declined by client. Peru Travel and Tours, LLC is not obligated to compensate in any way or form if a policy is not purchased or can not be purchased.

