Peru
7 Days / 6 Nights
OVERVIEW
Peru is one of the world’s most varied countries. It is a multicultural nation, filled with traditions, a unique gastronomy and vast natural reserves. It is home to 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 84 of the planet’s 117 life zones. Peru is situated in the western part of South America and shares borders with Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. Its enormous territory, covering more than 1.2 million square kilometers, is composed of three regions: Coast, Highlands and Jungle. Its current population exceeds 31.5 million inhabitants.
Spanish is the official language of Peru; However, 47 indigenous languages are also spoken in the country, including Quechua and Aymara.
ITINERARY
(Peru
7 Days / 6 Nights)
LIMA, CUSCO, SACRED VALLEY & MACHU PICCHU
Day 1: Saturday: Arrival to Lima
- Upon arriving in Lima, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel.
- Our representative will give you a documentation kit with detailed program explanation.
- Luggage and hotel registration assistance will be offered.
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in Lima
- Meals included: None
- Breakfast.
- You will visit the modern and colonial parts of Lima, known as The City of Kings, starting at the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, and passing along a “huaca” or sacred pre-Inca site, before heading to the Historic Center. There, you will walk along some of the most historically important streets of the city, leading to the Plaza de Armas, where you will have some time to take pictures of the amazing colonial architecture that surrounds it. You will also have the chance to take a peek into an iconic building, that has served Lima’s citizens for centuries and continues to be an important landmark. Then you will visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo, an astonishing building with colonial style. After exploring the Historical Center, you will head towards the Larco Museum, which houses the incomparable Treasures of Ancient Peru private collection.
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in Lima
- Meals included: breakfast
- Breakfast. At schedule time transfer to the airport to board the flight to Cusco city.
- Suggested flight time: 9/10am (for example: LA2047 LIM/CUZ Departure 0930 – Arrival 1053) – not included
- Enjoy the charm of this beautiful colonial city that was built upon the remains of amazing Inca buildings. Not to miss: Temple of the Sun (Koricancha), San Pedro Market, the Cathedral, and the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman.
- PM HD CITY TOUR VISIT TO SAN PEDRO MARKET AND RUINS (SIB) – (MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS)
- You will visit the city of Cusco, known as the Imperial City and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here you will start your tour at the iconic San Pedro market, a local market where you can explore the colors, flavors and traditions of modern Cusco. The visit continues with the Koricancha Temple, an ancient Inca palace and cult center of the Sun God, above which the order of the Dominicans built a church, which remains standing to this day. You will continue ascending to the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, an impressive example of Inca military architecture. Afterwards, you will explore Q’enqo archeological site, where important Inca ceremonies took place. Finally, you will arrive to the Plaza de Armas (main square), where you will visit the Cathedral, the most important temple in the city.
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in Cusco
- Meals included: breakfast
- Breakfast.
- You will head in the direction of the Maras salt mines, an amazing place where the finest salt in the world is extracted: Maras salt. On the way, you will make a stop at the Raqchi viewpoint, from where you will have an impressive view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Then, you will visit the Misminay community. Upon arrival, the villagers will give you a warm welcome with music and typical dances. There, you will be able to learn about the Andean families’ lifestyle, by sharing some of their daily activities with them. Then, you will enjoy a delicious and traditional lunch prepared with local products. You will continue with a visit to Moray, a fascinating archeological site with huge concentric terraces, which the Incas used as a botanical laboratory.
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in the Sacred Valley
- Meals included: breakfast & Lunch
- Breakfast.
- At proper time you will board the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu. (*) Timetables are subject to confirm
- You are going to visit one of the most important energy centers of the world: Machu Picchu. You will be driven to the archeological site, the visit of which will be an unforgettable experience, with a professional tour guide to impart to you all the history that surrounds this mysterious and enchanting place. Once the guided tour is over, you will have some free time to explore the site on your own, to relax, or to meditate. At the agreed upon hour, you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train later that afternoon for the return trip.
- Board train in Aguas Calientes, to Ollantantaytambo, and transfer back to Cusco. (*) Timetables are subject to confirm
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in Cusco
- Meals included: breakfast and lunch
- Breakfast.
- Enjoy a unique experience filled with beautiful scenery, spectacular views, small communities, and opportunities to observe local wildlife. The Adventure awaits you! Don’t miss Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain.
- FULL DAY VINICUNCA RAINBOW MOUNTAIN (SIB) – (MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS)
- You will leave your hotel in Cusco early in the morning, crossing the South Valley, towards Cusipata.
- From there, you will be transferred to Phulawasipata where you will begin your walk. After some time to prepare, you will start with the ascending route to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain. The place will amaze you with its vivid colors and natural beauty. There, you will have time to take photos and fill yourself with the energy of the place. At the end of this visit, you will walk back to the starting point. Finally, you will be taken back to your hotel in Cusco.
- Overnight at the hotel of your choice in Cusco
- Meals included: breakfast
- Breakfast.
- At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Lima.
- Suggested flight time: 12am to 4pm. Kindly note that there diverse options, in case you need to connect to your international flight home.
- Meals included: breakfast
INCLUSIONS
- 6 Nights accommodation in 4* hotels
- Daily Breakfast
- Private Airport Transfers
- All tours in Seat in Coach basis unless mentioned
- Half Day CITY TOUR COLONIAL AND MODERN LIMA WITH VISIT TO LARCO MUSEUM
- Full Day HISTORY AND CULTURE IN MARAS, MORAY & MISMINAY
EXCLUSIONS
- Any meals unless specified above
- Air Fares (International/ Domestic)
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
T&C’S
- The above package is subject to availability at the time of booking
- Peak season and blackout dates surcharges may apply
- Early Check-in and late checkout is subject to availability
- Extend your stay for an extra supplementary cost.
- Hotel upgrades are available at an extra supplementary cost
- The Company shall not be responsible of the baggage loss by the Airline/Cruise/Surface transportation.
- No liability on the part of the company arising in case of flight no show by the participant
- Amore travels and Tourism shall not be held responsible of refund or pay compensation due to any unforeseen reasons or any Act of God(including fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural disaster)
- The company will not refund if the participant voluntarily withdraws the booking at any stage after placing the booking.
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