Day
1: Arrival
in Lima, reception and transfer to your hotel. Hotel Leon de
Oro www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
2: CITY TOUR OF LIMA
After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel for a city
tour of colonial and modern Lima, including the cathedral, dating
from 1654, the main square, which still houses the original
bronze fountain built in 1650, and the San Francisco Convent
and its catacombs. Lima was founded in 1535 by Pizarro and rebuilt
in 1991, the same year that UNESCO declared it a world heritage
site. Lima was home to the Spanish viceroy during the time of
the Spanish colonialists. The tour also includes a visit to
the residential areas of San Isidro and Miraflores, stopping
at Larco Mar to enjoy a view of the beautiful Pacific Ocean.
Return to your Hotel. www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
3: PISCO
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the bus station for
your first class bus to Pisco. Reception and transfer to your
hotel. Posada Hispana Hotel www.posadahispana.com
Day 4: PISCO-PARACAS-NAZCA
After breakfast, transfer to the port for the boat to the Ballestas
islands. Commonly referred to as the "little Galapagos",
here you will see a massive concentration of sea birds and sea
lions in their natural habitat. After the boat tour, we will
return to the mainland for an trip to the Paracas National Reserve,
the only coastal reserve in Peru. Here you will visit several
museums showing the natural history of Paracas and also the
ancient Paracas culture in addition to the beautiful "cathedral",
a natural rock formation. After lunch, return to Pisco. In the
afternoon, we will transfer you to the bus terminal for the
3 hour first class bus ride to Nazca. Arrival and transfer to
your hotel. Hotel La Maison www.peru-hotels.com
Day 5: NAZCA-LIMA
Before breakfast, a flight tour over the enigmatic Nazca Lines;
gigantic drawings and geometrical figures engraved in the driest
desert of Peru and dating back to 250 AD. Drawn throughout over
1000 Km of desert on the Pampas of San Jose in Ica, and due
to their enormous size and largely unknown origin, leaves an
impression on all who visit this mysterious archaeological site.
With representations of animals, such as a spider, a monkey
and several birds, they are believed to be an enormous astronomical
calendar or possibly an offering to the gods. First discovered
in 1550 it was not until the advent of flight, in the 1920's,
that the lines were first realized for their significance. After
breakfast, a private tour of the ancient Cantalloc aqueducts
and the ruins of a recently discovered Inca town nearby. Transfer
to the bus station for the first class bus back to Lima. Transfer
to your hotel. Hotel Leon de Oro www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
6: LIMA-AREQUIPA
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for your
flight to Arequipa. Considered the most beautiful city in Peru,
Arequipa is dominated in the distance by the huge Misti volcano.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a city tour visiting the
Chilina valley and the old San Lazaro district. You will also
have a general view of the city from the Yanahuara Belvedere,
the Plaza de Armas and its Cathedral, the cloisters of La Compañia
Church, the Church and Square of San Francisco and the colonial
Santa Catalina convent which is built from volcanic lava and
dates from the 16th century. Viza Hotel www.peru-hotels.com
Day 7: AREQUIPA-COLCA CANYON-COLCA
LODGE
After breakfast, we leave Arequipa, passing near the thermal
baths of Yura and climbing up towards the National Reserve of
Pampa de Cañahuas (3,800m), where groups of Alpacas,
Vicunas, and guanacos can be seen. After a few hours, the descent
to the Colca Valley starts until we arrive at Chivay, the most
important town of the valley. After lunch, we continue on to
the Colca Lodge, set in the Colca Valley itself. With its very
own hot springs, relax in the beautiful environment of the Canyon.
www.colcalodge.com
Day 8: COLCA LODGE-CRUZ del CONDOR-AREQUIPA
Early breakfast at the hotel. Then an early departure to Cruz
del Condor viewpoint, a few kilometers before Cabanaconde, where
the Colca Canyon starts. Here you view flight of the condors
as well as of the depth of the canyon. In the afternoon return
to Arequipa and to your hotel. Viza Hotel www.peru-hotels.com
Day
9: AREQUIPA-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-CUSCO
After breakfast. Transfer to Juliaca airport for the flight
to Cusco. 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. Reception and transfer to
your hotel. Hotel Garcilaso www.hotelesgarcilaso.com
Day
12: CUSCO
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
13: 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
14: 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 www.peru-hotels.com
Day
15: 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 16: Transfer
to the airport for your return flight to Lima and then home.
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. Nazca Hotel-Casa Andina www.casa-andina.com
3. Arequipa Hotel-Casa Andina www.casa-andina.com
4. 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 Hotel
4. Nazca Hotel-Hacienda Cantayo Spa & Resort Hotel www.peru-hotels.com
5. Arequipa Hotel-Sonesta Posada del Inca www.sonesta.com
6. Puno Hotel-Sonesta Posada www.sonesta.com
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. Arequipa Hotel-Hotel Libertador www.libertador.com.pe
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:
15 nights double accommodation in the hotels listed above
Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based in pool
service with English speaking guides.
Flight: Nazca overflight, Lima-Arequipa, Arequipa-Juliaca, Juliaca-Cusco,
Cusco-Lima
All ground transport
Vista Dome Train: Cusco-Aguas Calientes-Cusco
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.
