The tour includes the main highlights of Peru: Lima, Cuzco and Machu Picchu, but also extra time in the Sacred Valley to visit the Pisac Market, the ruins at Ollantaytambo and possibly do some adventure tours or further exploration of the nearby towns in the Sacred Valley.
This trip can be customized to fit your individual travel dates and any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you. We offer a choice of 3, 4, 5-star and deluxe hotels. The Deluxe option is with the Orient Express hotels: the Sanctuary Lodge in Machu Picchu, Monasterio in Cuzco and the Park Plaza in Lima. You may also choose to upgrade to the luxury Hiram Bingham train from Cuzco to Machu Picchu.
This tour includes international airfare from Miami (US), on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via Miami; we will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Overnight flight to Lima.
Day 2: Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour of Lima. Lima has always been one of the most important cities in South America since it's founding in 1535. Journey through the historic center of the city. Admire the beauty of San Martin and Major squares, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and visit San Francisco Convent, religious building from the end of the XVI century and its catacombs. Also drive through the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
Day 3: Morning transfer to the airport to take the flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour of Cuzco, visiting the Korikancha temple or Temple of the Sun, the Cathedral and its Art Museum and the artisan's quarter of San Blas and San Blas church. Continuing to the nearby water shrine of Tambomachay (the Inca Fountains), Puca Pucara (the Red Fortress), amphitheater of Kenko and finally the Sacsahuaman Fortress. Return to your hotel.
Day 4: Full day excursion to Pisac town and visit its authentic and traditional Indian Market. Continue through the Urubamba Valley to Ollantaytambo, favorite residence of the Incas, with its terraces running up the steep slope to the top where a carved stone throne allowed the ruler a magnificent view of his holdings. You will also see the fabulous Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo. Buffet lunch included. Overnight in the Sacred Valley.
Note: Market operates only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Tour can operate any other day privately at additional cost, visit to the market would be replaced by visit to the Pisac Ruins)
Day 5: Day at leisure in the Sacred Valley. Optional sightseeing or adventure excursions available (horse back riding, rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling and Canyoning, paragliding or fishing).
Day 6: Morning transfer to the train station. Train takes us through the Sacred Valley of the Incas up to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, guided tour of the ruins. Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, was a flourishing ceremonial and agricultural site, probably the gateway to the jungle marches of the Inca Empire. The central buildings were erected with the polished stone works of the Cusco Imperial style, though the site was probably occupied well before the Incas started their expansion. It was associated with the earth cult revolving around the Coca leaf, which was a privilege of the Inca Royal family and priests. Lunch included. Afternoon transfer to your selected hotel.
Day 7: Day free. You may choose to return to Machu Picchu or relax in the village of Aguas Calientes and its hot springs. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train, upon arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 8: Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Lima (or spend an additional night in Cuzco). Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon shopping tour of Lima, taking you to the famous handicraft markets accompanied by our guides.
Day 9: Transfer to the airport to take the flight back home, or overlap with the add-on of your choice.
Notes:
Airfare is included in the tour price.
Occupancy Type 3-star 4-star 5-star Deluxe
Double $2648 $2928 $3351 $3801
Single $3335 $3861 $4464 $5323
Prices include air transportation from Miami to Lima in Economy class, air transportation from Lima to Cuzco, hotel accommodation including daily continental or buffet breakfast, all transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling, guided tours in English including all entrance fees, meals where specified. Airport taxes not included.
Note: cost includes Backpacker train for 3-star category, and Vistadome Class for the rest. Upgrades available, from Backpacker to Vistadome, please add $ 29 per person; from Vistadome to Hiram Bingham Deluxe, please add $ 328 per person. Hiram Bingham includes brunch on board, afternoon tea in the Sanctuary Lodge, pre-dinner cockatils and a 4 course, a la carte dinner. Does not operate on Sundays.
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