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Travel to Peru: Sacred Lands of the Incas: Cusco to Machu Picchu

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Sacred Lands of the Incas: Cusco to Machu Picchu

DAYS: 7
GRADE: I-II, Easy Hiking define
PRICE: From $2250 per person
* Internal flights $360 additional *
  • HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Machu Picchu
  • Cusco
  • Urubamba Valley
  • ACCOMMODATIONS:
  • Hotels/Lodges
MEALS: As noted
 [B-Breakfast, L-Lunch,
  D-Dinner]
SEASON: Year-round
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Discover the best of Peru as you travel to the high Andes and the magnificent ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the most important archaeological monument in South America.  Accompanied by guides specialized in archaeology, history and Andean culture, visit monumental Inca stone temples, and the fascinating towns and Quechua Indian markets of Cusco and the Urubamba Valley. Guides meet you at every transfer point and assist with check-in to assure the most informed and enjoyable Peru tour.

DAY 1 :  LIMA
Arrive in Lima. Overnight in the Costa del Sol Ramada Airport Hotel just steps away as you exit the airport (or transfer 30 minutes to overnight at Hotel Casa Andina in Miraflores).

 
Connecting with the locals is one of the most rewarding reasons to travel in Peru. 
DAY 2 :  CUSCO
Assistance with early morning check-in for one hour flight to Cusco. Airport reception and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon half-day guided orientation of ancient Inca temples, Spanish churches and the surrounding ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara and Tambo Machay. Our guide will enhance your tour in Peru by directing you to shops, museums and markets where you can explore on your own. Overnight at the Libertador Hotel. [B]

Note: Optional upgrade at an additional cost to El Monasterio, a restored 400 year old former monastery.

DAY 3 :  URUBAMBA VALLEY
Full day private Peru adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas including the village of Pisac and the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. Depending on the season and your interests we stop to chat with farmers, artisans and visit Quechua villages where highland Indians tend their fields and sell handcrafts in outdoor markets. Overnight in the serene Urubamba Valley at the Hotel Sol y Luna (or similar). [BL]

 
 The majestic clouds dance around the ancient Inca Temples at Machu Picchu.
DAY 4 :  PATACANCHA VILLAGE
Enjoy a beautiful, easy downhill day hike on local foot trails through the Andes to the native Quechua Indian villages of Hullioc and Patacancha (12,500 elevation) where crops are sown and textiles woven with simple hand tools and traditional methods. Overnight at the Hotel Sol y Luna (or similar). [BL]

Note: You may combine the Patacancha village day visit (with less hiking) with a day rafting trip on the Urubamba River.

DAY 5 :  MACHU PICCHU
Transfer to catch the morning train to Machu Picchu. After assisting with your hotel check in, your guide will accompany you on a private Machu Picchu tour among the ruins before returning to Cusco leaving you free to photograph and explore on your own time. Includes first-class reserved train tickets, bus tickets up and down the mountain, lunch and one-time entrance fee. Overnight near the ruins of Machu Picchu in the Hotel Pueblo (or similar).  [BL]

Note: Optional upgrade at an additional cost to the Sanctuary Hotel, adjacent to Machu Picchu.

 
Opt to hike up to the Intipunku to see the iconic view of Machu Picchu. 
DAY 6 :  CUSCO
Be among the first to arrive at Machu Picchu on the early shuttle bus. Enjoy exploring the most impressive archaeological monument of your Peru adventure on your own time wandering through the mysterious maze of streets and stone buildings in this magnificent citadel.  Hike up the towering Wayna Picchu peak, or back up the Inca Trail to the Intipunku, Gate of the Sun entrance. Mid-afternoon return on the Pullman train back to Cusco arriving by evening, and transfer to hotel.  Overnight at the Libertador Hotel. [BL]

DAY 7 :  LIMA
Transfer to Cusco airport for flight to Lima. Airport reception and transfer in to Hotel Casa Andina in Miraflores (or similar) to use as a day room until your evening flight, or overnight and transfer out for next morning departure. [B]

Note: Conclude your holiday to Peru with a optional half-day tour in Lima and its museums available upon prior request. Observe the blend of cultures in one of South Americas oldest capital cities on a tour of the old colonial center of downtown Lima, the church and catacombs of San Francisco and the cathedral of Lima. The most comprehensive museums in Lima that feature Perus archaeological heritage are the Gold Museum and the Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology.


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- Prices, Departure Dates and Included Services -

 
Days:
7

Grade: I-II, Easy Hiking (click for grades definition)

2010 Price: From $2250 per person. Land cost based on Group Size

Group Size

Price

2 Participants

$2695

3-6 Participants

$2395

7-12 Participants

$2250

Single Supplement: $1325 (click for info)

*Internal flights $390 additional

 
 

2010 Departure Dates

 

Sep 5 - Sep 11, 2010
Sep 19 - Sep 25, 2010
Oct 3 - Oct 9, 2010
Oct 17 - Oct 23, 2010
Nov 7 - Nov 12, 2010
Nov 21 - Nov 27, 2010
Dec 12 - Dec 18, 2010
Dec 26 - Jan 1, 2011

 

Included: On our Peru adventures as specified in the itinerary above are lodging and accommodations; English-speaking expert guides; guided tours and excursions; airport-hotel transfers and land transportation; meals as specified [B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner]; services of in-bound land operator for airline reconfirmation and tour operations; Wildland Adventures' travel consultation and pre-departure services.

 

Not Included: Services unless specified otherwise in the itinerary above such as international air; local air transportation; airport taxes; tips and gratuities; optional or suggested services that are on your own; insurance of any kind; personal expenses; extra beverages and alcoholic drinks; medical costs; and hospitalization and evacuation and any other extra expenses due to unanticipated changes in our itinerary for reasons beyond control. It is recommended to carry about $300-$500 in cash (must be in local currency or US dollars cash, not travelers checks nor credit cards) to cover the fees, airport taxes, tips, meals, souvenirs, contingencies and other personal expenses not specified in the above tour to Peru. Always carry enough cash for the international ($28) and local (app $5) airport departure taxes.

 

Trip Notes: Optional upgrade 2 nights at the Monasterio Hotel in Cusco and 1 night at the Sanctuary Lodge next to Machu Picchu is available on request for $665 per person (subject to change).

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