Day 1 - Lima
Arrival in Lima.
Day 2 - Lima
Visit Colonial Lima, Casa Aliaga, Modern Lima and Larco Museum. (B)
Day 3 - Iquitos / Ceiba Tops
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iquitos on the shores of the legendary Amazon River.
Day 4 - Ceiba Tops
In the morning boat ride, spotting for dolphins, to visit a small village of Yagua Indians. In the afternoon city tour. (B)
Day 5 - Ceiba Tops / Iquitos / Lima
Morning departure by boat from Ceiba Tops to Iquitos followed by transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.
Day 6 - Lima / Cusco / Sacred Valley
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco and then transfer to Sacred Valley.
Visit to Awana Kancha. Overnight in Sacred Valley. (B,L)
Day 7 - Sacred Valley
Full Day excursion to Moray, Maras and Authentic Quechua Village. Overnight in Sacred Valley. (B,L)
Day 8 - Sacred Valley
Full Day excursion to the Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo Fortress. Overnight in Sacred Valley. (B,L)
Day 9 - Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu
Excursion to Machu Picchu with overnight stay. (B,L)
Day 10 - Machu Picchu / Cusco
Return to Cusco. (B)
Day 11 - Cusco
Free morning. Afternoon Tour of Cusco and its Ruins. (B)
Day 12 - Cusco / Puno
Train to Puno passing through striking highland scenery and picturesque Andean villages. Arrival in Puno. (B,L)
Day 13 - Puno / Suasi Island
Excursion to Uros and Taquile Islands. Continue to Suasi Island. (B,L,D)
Day 14 - Suasi Island / Puno / Lima
Activities on Suasi Island. Return to Puno. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. (B,L)
Day 15 - Lima / Home
Shopping Tour. Transfer to the airport for your flight to home. (B,L)
Departures: Weekly. Itineraries are flexible.
Arrival in Lima, the "City of Kings" famous for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums and cuisine. Lima is internationally recognized as the "Gastronomic Capital of the Americas", and its cuisine is considered among the most diverse and exquisite in the world on par with French cuisine. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and in registering.
This full-day tour visits both the colonial and modern sections of Lima. Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, San Francisco Church and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The "Casa de Aliaga" is the oldest Colonial mansion in Lima. Due to its historic value this house was declared a Historical Monument and the owners have decided to share their heritage with visitors. The visit is an amazing experience!
Afternoon tour of modern Lima, among the largest in the Americas. Drive along the fashionable districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, El Parque del Amor (The Park of Love) and the striking beaches of Costa Verde. Continues to the world famous Larco Museum, founded in 1926, the museum displays remarkable chronological galleries providing an excellent overview on 3000 years of development of Peruvian pre-Columbian history. Larco Museum also features the finest gold and silver collection from Ancient Peru and the famous erotic archaeological collection, one of the most visited Peruvian tourist attractions.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Iquitos on the shores of the legendary Amazon River.
Transfer to the Explorama dock. Twenty-five mile journey down the Amazon River to Ceiba Tops where private rooms with air conditioning and hot water provide all of the comforts of home. Afternoon hike in the beautiful primary rainforest reserve surrounding Ceiba Tops which includes many huge trees festooned with epiphytes. After dinner there may be local flute or guitar music at the El Toucan Bar or the guides are always ready to relate some of the many legends of the Amazon forest.
Overnight Ceiba Tops.
Morning boat ride, spotting for dolphins, to visit a small village of Yagua Indians where your guide will explain the Yagua Indian culture and how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans and the passing of time. There will also be an opportunity to see some of the local crafts and for a demonstration of the blowgun which some of the Yagua elders still use for hunting. Afternoon walking excursion to the neighboring town of Indiana stopping along the way to see the immense Ceiba tree for which the lodge is named. Originally a Franciscan mission, Indiana has grown into a large river community with its own market, high school and small hospital. Overnight Ceiba Tops.
Early morning departure by boat from Ceiba Tops to Iquitos followed by transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.
Due to the ever-changing nature of the rainforest, day-by-day activities may vary due to local conditions.
Arrival at the Sacred Valley - After a short but spectacular flight over the Andes; arrive in Cusco at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Immediate transfer to the Sacred Valley at 8,200 feet of altitude.
The Sacred Valley is the perfect beginning to your journey through the Peruvian Andes,it is considered the best location to acclimatize gradually to the elevation of the Andes and prevent the discomfort of altitude sickness.
This Living Museum of the Andes showcase the South American Camelidos such as llamas, vicuñas, guanacos and alpacas in their native environment. You will also enjoy a spinning and weaving demonstration of ancient techniques on how to make clothing from the wool fibers of these animals. You can also see native flowers and some agricultural terraces from the Inca times.
The most noticeable aspect of the house is its sensational setting, dominating the Urubamba valley in the midst of the highland crags and vegetation through which the river flows. Above it, on the very mountain top within sight of heaven are two lakes, which seem to seethe on a rainy night. With magnificent views of the Urubamba River, the Casa-Hacienda has the magical ability to make us forget the reality of life. Today’s lunch will be a remarkable event.
Moray, Maras Salt Pools and Ancient Quechua Village - Pass through unspoiled and picturesque Andean communities on your way to the Incan agricultural experimental center of Moray, famous for its sunken amphitheater, made up of four circular terraces, which appear to fade away into the earth like an artificial crater. The site was apparently an Inca agricultural research station filled with fertile earth and watered by complex irrigation systems, designed for experimenting with crops at various altitudes.
Continue to the impressive Maras salt pools formed by water emerging from a lake inside a mountain in the Urubamba Valley. An amazing view of evaporating ponds for the extraction of salt. Learn about ancestral techniques, which are still used, in agricultural, irrigation and salt-recollection tasks, as well as in Andean festivals and rites.
“Caballo de Paso” known worldwide for their smooth gaited movements and unusual spirit. No other horse combines strength, intelligence and beauty so perfectly as the Peruvian Paso Horse. The particular characteristic of the Paso Horse is precisely the reason for its name: the sublime charm of its typical step. As it walks, its front legs step very high and forward while the hooves sway to the sides in a graceful and synchronized movement. Enjoy a delightful demonstration of the skills of this unique member of the horse kingdom. Lunch at the celebrated Wayra at “Sol y Luna” in the Sacred Valley.
Visit an authentic Quechua Village to feel the way of life of the Inca's ancestors. An Andean society with ancestral identity. The Inca himself was a noble Quechua. They have a deep sense of belonging to the land they farm, a deep sense of community they consider necessary to survive, they have little tolerance for individuality. See the Quechua way of life, children scamper about wearing their colorful ponchos while woman are weaving their family's clothes. A meaningful experience!
Full Day Excursion to the Pisac Indian Market and the Ollantaytambo Fortress - Morning departure for a drive through the fertile countryside of the Urubamba Valley to the colonial village of Pisac where a unique Indian Market takes place daily. The variety of products offered is overwhelming, from pottery with reproductions of archaeological pieces, to all kinds of textiles, jewelry and Peruvian handicrafts. During your visit to this bustling marketplace you will have the opportunity to bargain with the artisans and indigenous traders. Grab the items you like, you will hardly see the same one again.
Continue to the Ollantaytambo archaeological complex, the Incas built it as a fort that included a temple, agricultural terraces, and an urban area. There are two distinct sectors: The religious and worship zone, and the residential area. Ollantaytambo was an important administrative center with probable military functions if one considers the walls and towers. There are also traces of ancient roads and aqueducts. The town of Ollantaytambo is called a "Living Inca Town" since the inhabitants maintain very old practices and customs. Lunch is at a beautiful country estate on the shores of the Urubamba River.
Morning train ride through the sacred valley of Urubamba to the "Lost City of the Incas," Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca "Virgins of the Sun" took refuge from the Spanish Conquistadors here. Guided tour of the ruins upon arrival. Lunch is at the Belmond’s Sanctuary Lodge located just a few steps from the Inca citadel.
Free morning to enjoy one of the most incredible sights on earth, the sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Take as much time as you need to study these magnificent ruins, hike the steep stone-paved trail of Huayna Picchu, the pyramid-shape mountain above Machu Picchu for a breathtaking view of the site, or stroll to the Inca Bridge a secret entrance used by the Inca's army or walk toward the Inca Trail to find the historic Intipunku or Sun Gate. Afternoon return train ride.
Wandering through this lovely city, exploring the astonishing narrow streets of this tile roof colonial town will be your unforgettable experience. You will find something astounding at every turn. Great buys are the traditional Peruvian handicrafts, alpaca-wool sweaters and rugs, ponchos, pottery, gold and silver jewelry, leather goods, etc. Because there are such a variety of products, we strongly suggest that when you like any particular item, you should buy it - you may not find the same item in other store. Many visitors to Cusco return home wishing they had some free time in Cusco to discover this imperial city on their own, a free morning in Cusco is a MUST!
Visitors are caught up in the excitement of touring the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, a delightful combination of Inca and colonial architecture. The tour visits important landmarks such us Cusco's Cathedral, Santo Domingo Church, Plaza de Armas and Koricancha “The Temple of the Sun”. This tour of the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere also includes the nearby ruins of Kenko, Puca-Pucara, Tambomachay as well as the Sacsayhuaman fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture.
This first class and spectacular rail journey aboard the Belmond ‘s "Andean Explorer" travels south to the beautiful city of Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. On the journey the train makes a gentle climb to higher, and cooler, altitudes. The first half of the journey is dominated by the magnificent Andean mountains, which tower over the deep valleys of the meandering Huatanay River.
It then reaches the gentler, rolling Andean Plains, where vicuña and alpaca can be seen. The glass-walled observation car of the Andean Explorer provides the perfect opportunity to view the beautiful scenery. The journey is broken by a scenic stop at La Raya, which is also the highest point on the route.
Train journey includes a three-course lunch. A Breakfast Menu, along with various snacks and a continuous Restaurant and Bar service is available at an additional cost.
Late afternoon arrival in Puno.
Boat excursion to Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titikaka. This full day excursion will take you to the highest navigable lake in the world to the floating islands of the Uros Indians, man-made islands by tying totora reeds. The Uros considered themselves Lords of the Lake; they hunt wild birds and maintain traditional fishing methods. The men have developed an extraordinary skill in weaving reeds; producing houses, boats and handicrafts, and the women are expert knitters.
Continuing to Taquile Island where a native community of about 400 families still lives with the traditions and high principals of the Incas. Taquile is a very important site on Lake Titikaka for its archeological remains, the sacred and ceremonial sites, the festive activities and their rituals. Taquile is characterized by its friendly inhabitants, who maintain their customs and traditional clothing. They distinguish themselves by their detailed, fine, and colorful textiles with symmetrical decorations and symbols that reflect their way of life and Andean beliefs. Continue to Suasi Island. Lunch and dinner are included.
Martha’s Cultural Cabin is one of most interesting activities in Suasi Island. Martha Giraldo, the owner of the island, runs a cultural cabin where our travelers can meet the Altiplano and Lake Titicaca ecosystem singularity, standing out human participation along the history of livestock breeding, agriculture, ceramics and textiles. The cabin counts with one of the most complete libraries with books about the Altiplano.
Other activities available are trekking along trails within Suasi Island, visiting protected areas to observe flora and fauna, visiting Andean farming plots and cultivated parcels with aromatic and medicinal herbs, canoe rides around the island and walking along the beach.
Lunch is included.
Afternoon return to Puno. Transfer to the airport for your departure to Lima. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and in registering.
This fashionable shopping and entertainment center became the favorite for visitors and locals. Right in front of the Pacific Ocean, Larcomar showcases 17 restaurants and cafes with a wide variety of international and Peruvian food, the finest selection of handicrafts and art galleries, a good selection of prestigious brand stores offering products such as alpaca and llama apparels, silver and gold jewelries, exclusive discotheques and bars, ATM machines and movie theaters. Located in the heart of Miraflores, at the end of Larco Avenue and across the street of the Lima Marriott Hotel.
The Huaca Pucllana Restaurant provides and an outstanding cuisine and enjoys a privileged location, it is practically on top of an ancient Inca Pyramid. In the Fifth century, the Lima valley inhabitants started the construction of the Huaca Pucllana. Under the management of sacred priests, the Huaca Pucllana was built as an expression of their religious authority and to control the hydrological resources stemmed from the water canal system, on the left bank of the Rimac river. Pucllana was an important ceremonial and administrative location. Its magnificence was reflected by the configuration of a monumental architecture.
Transfer to the airport for your connecting international flight. Arrive home full of great memories of the rich tradition of Colonial Lima and the mystical Land of the Incas.
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All prices are per person in US$.
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| Double Room | $2828 | $3091 | $2602 | $2354 | $2047 | $1980 | $1920 | $1846 | $1827 | ||
| Triple Room | $2790 | $2563 | $2315 | $2008 | $1942 | $1882 | $1807 | $1788 | |||
| Single Room | $4651 | $3256 | $5160 | $3519 | $3030 | $2782 | $2475 | $2408 | $2348 | $2274 | $2255 |
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| Double Room | $2983 | $3246 | $2756 | $2508 | $2202 | $2135 | $2075 | $2000 | $1982 | ||
| Triple Room | $3039 | $2812 | $2564 | $2258 | $2191 | $2131 | $2056 | $2038 | |||
| Single Room | $5014 | $3619 | $5523 | $3882 | $3392 | $3144 | $2838 | $2771 | $2711 | $2636 | $2618 |
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| Double Room | $3140 | $3403 | $2914 | $2666 | $2359 | $2292 | $2232 | $2158 | $2139 | ||
| Triple Room | $3147 | $2920 | $2672 | $2366 | $2299 | $2239 | $2164 | $2146 | |||
| Single Room | $5303 | $3908 | $5812 | $4171 | $3682 | $3434 | $3127 | $3060 | $3000 | $2926 | $2907 |
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| Double Room | $3347 | $3610 | $3120 | $2872 | $2566 | $2499 | $2439 | $2364 | $2346 | ||
| Triple Room | $3438 | $3211 | $2963 | $2656 | $2590 | $2530 | $2455 | $2436 | |||
| Single Room | $5702 | $4307 | $6211 | $4570 | $4080 | $3832 | $3526 | $3459 | $3399 | $3324 | $3306 |
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| Double Room | $3826 | $4088 | $3599 | $3351 | $3044 | $2978 | $2918 | $2843 | $2824 | ||
| Triple Room | $3843 | $3616 | $3368 | $3062 | $2995 | $2935 | $2860 | $2842 | |||
| Single Room | $6596 | $5202 | $7106 | $5464 | $4975 | $4727 | $4420 | $4354 | $4294 | $4219 | $4200 |
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| Double Room | $5115 | $5378 | $4888 | $4640 | $4334 | $4267 | $4207 | $4132 | $4114 | ||
| Triple Room | $5463 | $5236 | $4988 | $4682 | $4615 | $4555 | $4480 | $4462 | |||
| Single Room | $9120 | $7726 | $9630 | $7988 | $7499 | $7251 | $6944 | $6878 | $6818 | $6743 | $6724 |
Departures:Weekly. Itineraries and departure days are flexible, you can add extra days or you can shorten the number of days on a particular city according to your interests.
Tour includes:All airport transfers, tours and meals indicated in the itinerary. All entrance fees and train tickets needed to operate the tours and excursions, hotel accommodation, hotel taxes and service charge. Additional pre and post tours are available.
Not included:International airfare, domestic airfare within Peru, These tax can not be pre-paid. The entrance fee to the ruins on the second day in Machu Picchu $58.