Travel across time in Peru
This country with routes accessible to everyone will allow us to discover its secrets in twenty days.
We will stay in the Amazon jungle, visit the Sacred Valley of the Inkas, the legendary city of Machupicchu, stay in the homestay in Puno, visit the Colca Canyon, this spectacular country wait for you!!!
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Price Includes |
(HK-22826-P) |
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All meals while on camping |
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- Local payment USD 450
- Pre accommodation and post tour
- International and domestic flights not detailed
- Departure tax
- Travel insurance
- Tips and extra expenses unspecified |
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Moderate |
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Activity Days
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12 |
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Lima
Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned, so you may arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities are planned.
Look for a Welcome Note posted in the hotel lobby. Your Tour Leader will contact you at the hotel on Day 1 and make sure you are settled comfortably.
Day 2 3: Peruvian Amazon
Fly from Lima, the capital city, to Puerto Maldonado, deep in the peruvian jungle, the Amazon. Travel by motorized canoe through Madre de Dios river to our lodge settled deep in the jungle. On our journey to the lodge, you will have the chance to see bird species typical of the river or forest edge.
The jungle lodge combines native architecture and materials with low-impact, trying to preserve the environment and the ecology. The lodge rooms are simple but comfortable, with mosquito net for individual beds, flush toilets, showers, but no hot water, and kerosene lamps for lighting, there is no electricity. Local community members make up the majority the lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides.
Explore the amazon with local
Day 4: Cusco
Cuzco is considered the meca of Peru. This gorgeous colonial town offers nearby ruins, cobble-stoned streets, museums, churches and a lively atmosphere.
The city have several good museums, including the Coricancha and the Archaeological Museum, which also house a small art museum, the Regional History Museum and the Religious Art Museum.
Day 5 6: Sacred Valley
Travelling throught the Sacred Valley of the Inca, we will make our way to Ollantaytambo, a small town and archeological site known for its huge terraces guarding the Inca Fortress
Day 7: Cusco
Today there is free time for you to visit museums and churches built on Inca ruins. You are free to experience the sights and sounds of this great colonial town
Day 8 9: Machupicchu/ Cusco
A morming train takes us through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to the village of Aguas Calientes, relax day. The next day we continue to the historic spiritual centre of the Incas, the "Lost City" Machupicchu. We'll tour the ruins and have the opportunity to soak in the nearby thermal baths, in the afternoon we will return to Cusco by train
Day 10: Cusco
Today is a relaxing day, free time to explore the fascinating Imperial city of the Incas or visit the markets, buy souvenirs, take optional activities, and get ready for one last night in the city
Day 11: Puno
Bus from Cusco to Puno, enjoy spectacular views of the countryside on this full day of travel. Puno is one of the most important cities on the edge of the Titicaca, the most navigable and highest lake of the world. The city of Puno is considered the Folk Capital of America because of its 300 typical dances. The Sikuri and the Diablada are typical dances performed during festivities such as that of the Virgen de la Candelaria, the city's patron.
Day 12 13: Lake Titikaka
In the morning we will take a boat on the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. On Taquile island it's very curious to see that not only women and children but men as well spin wool to make beautiful weavings and belts which is an ancient tradition on this island. Afterwards we will visit Amantani Island where we will be able to experience real life, as we will spend the night in the houses of the people living there, shaving dinner and experiencing a starship underneath the stars local party.
Day 14: Puno
Today is a relaxing day, free time to explore around to Puno, visit its market, you can buy souvenirs, take optional activities, and get ready for one last night in the city
Day 15: Arequipa
In the morning we go to the station of Puno to take the bus to Arequipa, pick up at the bus station. Arequipa is known as 'Ciudad Blanca' because to its white color of the stone 'sillar' used on its colonial buildings.
Day 16: Colca Canyon
Today a bus will take us to the deepest canyon in the world, Colca Canyon with a depth of 3,207 meters. To reach this canyon we will have to arrive at the Collas ancient territory. The morning begins by leaving Arequipa towards Ca'ahuas Pampas where we will find yaretas, plants specially adapted to the altitude. From the volcano's viewpoint (4,900 meters) we will descend to Chivay (3,500 meters) which is in an extensive valley and the entrance of the deepest canyon in the world. Later we will take a three hour hike to Canocota and the thermal baths of Calera (hike rated: easy) and bathe in their sulfurous waters.
Day 17: Condor's Cross
The canyon has fantastic agricultural terraces for crops (platforms) which were manmade and for a better use of nature's space. This is where the condor reins. From the formidable observatory of Condor's Cross (3,800 m.a.s.) we can observe these amazing birds. Then we will return to Chivay while stopping at a few villages on the way. We will cross the high plateau. The trip is spectacular because we will see ponds, Andean summits, friendly people, and flocks of camelids, herons and flamencos
Day 18: Arequipa
We will have a free day to visit the city which is found at the foot of Misti Volcano. You will have the option of visiting the Juanita Mummy Museum or Lady Amapato and the Santa Catalina Convent or souvenir shopping, remember that is the last day in town.
Day 19: Lima
Fly back to the capital city, Lima, to enjoy our last night with the group. |
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Accommodation
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Hotel (13 Nights), Basic Hostel (03 Nights), Lodge (02 Nights), Homestay (01 Night) |
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| Trip: |
Travel across time in Peru |
| Duration: |
20 days |
| Company: |
Tierras Vivas
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| Location: |
Lima |
| Region: |
Peru,
South America |
| Price: |
From
USD2090
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| Flights: |
Not Included 
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| Availability: |
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, |
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