Day
1: Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to
your hotel. Hotel Leon de Oro www.leondeoroperu.com
Day
2: 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
3: 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
Day
4: 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
5: 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
Day
6: RAFTING ON THE UPPER URABAMBA RIVER
After breakfast, we take the van for about one hour to the rafting
lodge with Mayuc, the best rafting company in Cusco. After a
donning your equipment, you will be given a safety briefing
after which you will start your 2 hour wild ride down the Upper
Urabamba River. After your river ride, lunch will be served
and you will also have the chance to warm up in the on-site
sauna. After lunch, we will transfer you back to Cusco and your
hotel. They will be an evening briefing on the Inca Trail. Hotel
Garcilaso
Day 7: 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. 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-Pueblo Hotel www.inkaterra.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. Machu Picchu Hotel-Pueblo Hotel www.inkaterra.com
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- Sanctuary Lodge 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:
6 nights double accommodation in the hotels listed above
Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based in pool
service with English speaking guides.
Flight: Lima-Cusco-Lima
Ground transport to all portions of your tour
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.
