Day
1: Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to your
hotel. Hotel Leon de Oro www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
2: CAJAMARCA
After breakfast, journey by bus to Cajamarca. Reception and
transfer to your hotel. Although Quito in Ecuador was considered
the Northern capital of the Inca Empire, Atahualpa, the last
king of the Inca prior to the Spanish invasion, preferred the
hot springs of Cajamarca as his base of operation. El Portal
de Marquez www.peruhotels.com
Day 3: CAJAMARCA-CUMBEMAYO
Full day excursion to Cumbemayo, some 20 km outside of the town
and the site of ancient, pre-inca channels engraved into the
mountainside. The ducts were built by the old Cajamarca culture.
Return to Cajamarca. El Portal de Marquez
Day 4: CAJAMARCA-LIMA
Today is a free day to enjoy the town, made famous in 1532,
when Pizarro imprisoned and executed Inca Atahualpa, bringing
to an end the Inca Nation. A chance to visit the thermal baths
at Banos del Inca. Optional visit to the pre-inca graveyards
of Otuzco, carved into the hillside and dating back to over
1000BC. Transfer to the airport for the return flight back to
Lima and your hotel. Hotel Leon de Oro www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
5: CUSCO
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Cuzco.
Upon arrival in Cuzco, we will meet you at the airport and transfer
you to your hotel. Afternoon guided city tour of the four ruins
nearby; the Sacsayhuaman Fortress overlooking the city of Cuzco,
a pre Inca architectural masterpiece; Kenko, a rock sanctuary
whose main attraction is the monolithic altar representing a
puma, the red Fortress of Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay, a beautiful
fountain fed by a spring forming a series of basins continue
to the city of Cuzco; the Main Square, the Cathedral and the
Koricancha or Temple of the Sun. Hotel Garcilaso www.hotelesgarcilaso.com
Day
6: SACRED VALLEY TOUR
After breakfast, we will pick you up for a full day tour of
the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the village of Pisac,
founded during colonial times and set at the foot of a hill
crowned by the remains of an Inca city. On Sundays, Tuesdays
and Thursdays, in the main square, Indians barter their products
and artisans from all over the area sell their woven alpaca
wool blankets and ponchos, engraved gourds, antique reproductions,
jewelry, etc. On Sundays it is also the meeting place for mayors
from all the villages in the region, dressed in their traditional
costumes to attend morning mass. After lunch, we will visit
Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town which was not overthrown by
the conquistadores, and explore the ruins which tower above
it. Our last stop is the small town of Chinchero and there unique
market. Hotel Garcilaso www.hotelesgarcilaso.com
Day
7: MACHU PICCHU
Transfer to the train station for the early morning departure
to Aguas Calientes and then a bus ride up to the timeless ruins
of Machu Picchu ruins. Upon arrival to the ruins, you will be
given a guided visit of Machu Picchu for about 2 hours. There
are many theories as to the origins of Machu Picchu but three
of the most popular ideas include a temple to the sun, a fortress
against the jungle inhabitants or a sanctuary for the Incas.
This beautiful city has houses, temples, warehouses, a large
central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, and
is surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side which were
used for agriculture. After the tour, free time to enjoy this
magical and spiritual wonder. After the tour, you will have
a few hours to explore at your own pace before taking the afternoon
bus back down to Aguas Calientes and your hotel. The Machu Picchu
Inn
Day
8: AGUAS CALIENTES-CUSCO
Free day in Aguas Calientes to return to Machu Picchu, relax
in the hot springs, or take the short hike to the private waterfall
reserve of Mandor Pampa. Afternoon train to Cusco and transfer
to your hotel. Hotel Garcilaso www.hotelesgarcilaso.com
Day
9: CUZCO-JULIACA-PUNO
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for your
flight to Juliaca. We will then transfer you to Puno and your
hotel. It is important to note that Lake Titicaca is the mythical
birth place of the Inca Empire. The Colon Inn www.titicaca-peru.com/colon
Day
10: PUNO-LAKE TITICACA
Early transfer to the port for the boat journey on Lake Titicaca
to the floating islands of Uros. Made entirely of reeds and
inhabited by the Aymara Uros people. They live in huts built
on platforms of reeds, not more than 1 foot thick. Short walk
on the islands, then the boat trip continues as far as the island
of Taquile. Members of this self supporting Aymara community
receive visitors in their colourful national costume and show
them around the island. Taquile is renowned for its fine, decorative
weavings. A boxed lunch is included. The Colon Inn
Day
11: PUNO-JULIACA-LIMA
After breakfast. Transfer to Juliaca airport for the flight
back to Lima. Along the way, an excursion will be made to the
pre-inca Sillustani funeral towers next to the Umayo lake. The
towers form part of one of the largest and most important necropolis
in the world. Used by both the Altiplano civilization and the
Incas and their wives "Collas" to honor their dead
and in preparation for the after-life. It was abandoned when
the first Spanish arrived. With over ninety Chulpas (tombs),
all built from volcanic rock, those for the Incas can be easily
recognized by their finer detail.
Total cost per person: Based on a minimum
of 2 persons in 3* basic hotels(Contact
Us For Details)
Total cost per person 3* standard: (Contact
Us For Details)
1. Lima Hotel-Hotel Faraona www.faraonagrandhotel.com
2. Cusco Hotel-Hotel Ruinas www.hotelruinas.com
Total cost per person 4* standard: (Contact
Us For Details)
1. Lima Hotel-Hotel LaHacienda www.bwlahacienda.com
2. Cusco Hotel-Hotel Novotel www.novotel.com
3. Machu Picchu Hotel-The Pueblo www.inkaterra.com
4. Cajamarca Hotel- Hotel Laguna Seca www.peruhotels.com
5. Puno Hotel-Sonesta Posada www.sonesta.com/peru_puno
Total cost per person 5 * standard:(Contact
Us For Details)
1. Lima Hotel-Hotel Las Americas www.hoteleslasamericas.com
2. Cusco Hotel-Hotel Libertador www.libertador.com.pe
3. Machu Picchu Hotel-The Pueblo www.inkaterra.com
4. Puno Hotel-Hotel Libertador www.libertador.com.pe
Total cost per person 5* luxury: (Contact
Us For Details)
1. Lima Hotel-Miraflores Park Hotel www.mira-park.com
2. Cusco Hotel-Hotel Monasterio www.monasterio.orient-express.com
3. Machu Picchu Hotel-The Sanctuary www.machupicchu.orient-express.com
NOTE: Prices are subject to change based on current
Hotel and airfare rates. Please ask your sale ejecutive for
details.
OUR PRICE INCLUDES:
8 nights double accommodation in the hotels listed above
Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based in pool
service with English speaking guides.
Flight: Cajamarca-Lima, lima-Cusco, Cusco-Juliaca, Juliaca-Lima
All entrance fees.
OUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
International air tickets to South America and associated taxes.
Meals not specified on the itinerary.
All domestic flights require a US$5.00 charge (airport tax),
payable at the airport.
Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses,
alcoholic and bottled beverages, etc.
Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident.
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