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Discover Peru: Arequipa, Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca
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 This trip is designed for those of you who have always wanted to see the glory and wonder of this country. Now you can discover the highlights of Peru with a tour that will show you some of the world's greatest marvels. Enjoy 12 nights and 13 days in which you will see Lima, the great city of Kings, Chivay and the Colca Canyon, the deepest canyon in the world, Arequipa, the city within a city, Puno, gateway to the highest navigable lake in the world - Titicaca. Cusco, the capital of the Inca world and its relic, Machu Picchu, one of the 7 wonders of the world. Packages booked "without air" do not include flights within Peru. You may include these flights for approximately $180 per segment. Due to fluctuating fuel surcharges, these prices are subject to change. Your final price will be determined upon confirmation of all services. Please contact us for more details. Package Includes 2-night hotel accommodations in Lima2-night hotel accommodations in ArequipaAll inclusive overnight excursion to Colca CanyonTransfer from Juliaca airport to Puno2-night hotel accommodations in PunoTrain or bus from Puno to Cusco3-night hotel accommodations in CuscoRoundtrip Backpacker Train Tour from Cusco to Machu PicchuRail upgrades available: Vistadome Train and Hiram Bingham Train1-night hotel accommodation in Machu Picchu1-night hotel accommodation in CuscoTours, transfers and meals as specified in itineraryFlights within Peru are included only when booked "air inclusive"Hotel taxes and service charges24 hour emergency telephone numbersVacation Package Itinerary
Flights within Peru are included only when booked "air inclusive". Day 1: USA - Lima Arrive at the airport in Lima (LIM) after your flight from the USA.Upon arrival, a host will meet you, transfer you to the hotel and assist you with hotel check in.Accommodation in Lima (B)Day 2: Lima Breakfast at the hotel.Tour of Colonial and Modern Lima and a Visit to the Gold Museum - This half-day tour visits both the colonial and modern sections of this City of Kings. Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza de Armas with its cathedral and palace, and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace, modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In modern Lima, drive along the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro. Then visit Peru's famous museum which houses a priceless collection of pre-Colombian gold artifacts as well as the private armory of Miguel Mujica Gallo. Some of the cultures represented in this collection include the Chavin, Paracas, Nazca, Tiahuanaco and Inca.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Lima (B)Day 3: Lima - Arequipa Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to the airport for your flight to Arequipa.Arequipa City Tour and Santa Catalina Convent - Your half-day sightseeing of this beautiful city includes a visit to the Spanish Colonial Monastery of Santa Catalina, called a City within a City, which lay closed to the layman and shrouded in mystery for over 400 years. This remarkable relic of colonial times now is open to the public.Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Arequipa (B)Day 4: Arequipa - Colca Canyon Breakfast at the hotel.Early departure towards the highlands passing through Yura-Pampa Ca?ahuas and La Pulpera with good possibility of observing groups of wild vicu?as and fighting cattle. Stop en route to see petrogliphs in the Caves of Mollepunco and in the town of Callali to see natural hill formations with the appearance of enchanted castles. Drive to La Calera to enjoy the thermal baths under the stars.Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Chivay (B,L,D)Day 5: Colca Canyon - Arequipa Breakfast at the hotel.To maximize your probability of seeing condors we depart very early towards the Cross of the Condor at an altitude of about 15,000 feet. Drive a little further in to the canyon to see some pre-Inca ruins and watch the way of life in this remote land. Return to Chivay for lunch and afternoon return to Arequipa.Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Arequipa (B, L)Day 6: Arequipa - Juliaca - Puno Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to the airport for your flight to Juliaca. Upon arrival at the airport a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and help you in registering.Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Puno (B)Day 7: Uros Island and Taquile Island on Lake Titikaka Breakfast at the hotel.Visit to the Uros Indian and Taquile Island at Lake Titikaka - This full day excursion will take you to the highest navigable lake in the world, to visit the floating islands of the Uros Indians, who considered themselves Lords of the Lake, and they were convinced they had black blood because they did not feel the cold of the lake and the winter. Continuing to Taquile where a native community of about 400 families still lives with the traditions of the XIV century that respect the principals of an Incan way life. Taquile is a very important site on Lake Titikaka for its a archeological remains, the sacred and ceremonial sites, the festive activities, their rituals and for the daily life of the inhabitants which is dedicated to farming, textile production and fishing.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Puno (B, L)Day 8: Puno - Cusco Breakfast at the hotel.Rail journey through the Peruvian Andes from Puno - Today one of South America's most extraordinary overland trips takes you by rail to Cusco passing through striking highland scenery and picturesque Andean villages. Upon your arrival in Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and help you to register. Box lunch is included. Please note, the train only operates on Mon/Wed/Sat and with a minimum passenger load. If it is not operational on your travel day, the journey through the Andes will be by motor-coach.Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Cusco (B, L)Day 9: Cusco Breakfast at the hotel.Tour of Cusco and its Ruins - This afternoon's tour of the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere includes important landmarks of enchanting Cusco and also the nearby ruins of Kenko, Puca-pucara, Tambomachay as well as the Sacsayhuaman fortress. Once the center of the Inca civilization, modern Cusco is a delightful combination of Inca and colonial architecture. During the tour, you will visit Cusco's Cathedral, Santo Domingo Church and the Plaza de Armas.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Cusco (B)Day 10: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Cusco Breakfast at the hotel.Full-day excursion to the Pisac Indian Market and the Ollantaytambo Fortress (Tu, Th, Su) -Morning departure for a drive through the fertile countryside to the colonial village of Pisac. During your visit to the bustling marketplace you will have the opportunity to bargain with the natives for many different types of Peruvian handicrafts and jewelry. After lunch the tour continues to the village of Ollantaytambo for a visit to its impressive Incan fortress.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Cusco (B, L)Day 11: Cusco - Machu Picchu Breakfast at the hotel.Excursion to Machu Picchu with overnight stay - Early wake up for a 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.All transfers are included.Lunch in Machu Picchu.You can choose additional sightseeing tours and excursions as you go through the booking process.Accommodation in Machu Picchu (B, L)Day 12: Machu Picchu - Cusco Breakfast at the hotel.Free morning to enjoy one of the most incredible sights on earth, the ruins of Machu Picchu (admission fee not included). Take as much time as you need to study the mysterious ruins, hike Huayna Picchu, stroll to the Inca Bridge or walk toward the Inca Trail to find the legendary Sun Gate.Afternoon shuttle bus to the train station for your return trip to Cusco.Upon arrival, transfer from rail station to hotel.Accommodation in Cusco (B)Day 13: Cusco - Lima - United States Breakfast at the hotel.A driver will meet you in the lobby of your hotel for your transfer to the airport for your flight to the USA connecting through Lima. (B) |
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Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.South America Departure Tax:
Upon departure in local currency or USD (cash only) the amount of $20 - 35 in some countries is required (amounts may vary daily based on currency fluctuations). Aircraft boarding will be denied to any passenger who fails to pay this tax which is collected after check-in and prior to boarding by Federal Airport staff.Passport Requirements:
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.Passport information required for Peru:
Your full passport information is required to issue flight and train tickets. In addition, some services and lodges require notification of your food restrictions and allergies for confirmation.Non refundable and non changeable package.Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.Restrictions
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 21-day advance purchase. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Surcharges up to $50 per person each way may apply for travel Thursday through Monday depending on travel dates. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates are highly recommended. |
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