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Wonders of Peru

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Duration

7 Days

Tour Type

Small Group

Group Size

16 people

Departures

Fixed Date

Overview

Spend some time in cosmopolitan Lima enjoying the vibrant energy and fantastic cuisine. A stop in the culture-rich Sacred Valley of the Incas is the perfect lead up to a visit to the ancient Incan city of Machu Picchu, a definite bucket list item on any Peru vacation. End your tour in the Inca Capital City of Cusco.

 

Day 1: International arrival to Lima

Day 2: Lima city Tour

Day 3: Lima – Cusco

Day 4: Cusco – full day Sacred Valley of the Inca

Day 5: Full day Machu Picchu – Cusco

Day 6: Cusco

Day 7: Cusco – Lima – international departure

 

Suggested Optional Day Activities you will Love:

Day 3: Cusco & Ruins

Day 6: Rainbow Mountain or Maras & Moray

 

This program can also be combined with some of our other regional Fixed Departures Small Group Tours, as follows:

*Galapagos Islands (Ecuador) + Wonders of Peru

*Wonders of Brazil (Rio + Iguassu Falls) + Wonders of Peru

*Wonders of Peru + Bolivia (La Paz, Lake Titicaca & Uyuni salt flats)

*We can purchase all airline tickets on your behalf.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival to Lima
Day 1: Arrival to Lima

Arrive into Lima today.
Lima, capital of Peru, which was founded by the great conquistador Francisco Pizarro in 1535 and soon became the capital of the extensive and tremendously wealthy Peruvian Vice Regency of Spain. By the end of the 16th Century it had grown into a city of fine palaces and churches and was the cultural centre of the southern hemisphere. Today, Lima still retains the essence of the Spanish colonialism.
Upon arrival to Lima, you will be welcomed outside of Customs by an English-speaking assistant holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.
Balance of the day at leisure.

Hotel options:
Comfort: Arawi Express or Similar
Superior: Pullman San Isidro or Similar

Day 2: Lima
Day 2: Lima

Today we will visit the modern and colonial parts of the city of Lima the "City of Kings", beginning in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. Pass by a Huaca or sacred pre-Inca site. There will then be a stop at Parque del Amor (Lovers Park) in Miraflores for its magnificent view over the Pacific Ocean. The tour also includes the Historic Centre based on the Main Square, where the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop ́s Palace, the Municipality of Lima and the Cathedral are located, as well as a visit to one of the largest colonial-era convents.
Once the sightseeing tour of Lima is completed we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Balance of day at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast

Hotel options:
Comfort: Arawi Express or Similar
Superior: Pullman San Isidro or Similar

Day 3: Lima - Cusco
Day 3: Lima - Cusco

This morning after breakfast, we will transfer you from your hotel to Lima Airport for your direct Flight to the city of Cusco.
Cusco is another of the highlights of a trip to Peru, a fascinating city built on the foundations of the former Incan capital. You can observe massive Incan walls along many of the streets of the city. The city has a vibrant atmosphere and many excellent restaurants.

Suggested flight: LA2027 LIM/CUZ Departure 0944 / Arrival 1111 - not included
*We can purchase all airline tickets on your behalf.

On arrival to Cusco you will be met at the airport by a local representative who will transport you to your selected hotel option.
The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to adjust to the altitude.
Suggested optional day activity you will love (additional cost): Cusco City Tour and Ruins

Meals included: Breakfast

Hotel options:
Comfort: Sueños del Inka or Similar
Superior: Casa Andina Premium or Similar

Day 4: Cusco - Sacred Valley of the Incas
Day 4: Cusco - Sacred Valley of the Incas

Today you will tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas, discovering its fascinating culture, surrounded by majestic mountains.
You will visit a small and picturesque Andean town, where you will explore an important Inca archaeological site and learn about the local history.
Afterwards, you will pause at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch. Then, you will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the most representative architectural complexes of the Inca Empire and site of one of the Spanish Conquistadors' rare strategic defeats. Famous for its terraced fields, Ollantaytambo was a very effective fortress, that also served as a temple.
Evening at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel options:
Comfort: Hacienda del Valle or Similar
Superior: Casa Andina Premium or Similar

Day 5: Machu Picchu - Cusco
Day 5: Machu Picchu - Cusco

This morning, after an early breakfast, you will board the train from Ollantaytambo Train Station to Aguas Calientes.
Upon arrival to Aguas calientes Train Station you will be driven to the entrance of Machu Picchu archeological site.
A 2 hours 30 minutes guided tour of the ruins will have you wondering about the lives of the priests, craftsmen, and servants who inhabited this citadel and what drove them to build it on a mountain-top. Excavations have revealed skeletons, artefacts and woollen clothing, but no gold. The same precise stonework as in other Incan sites in evident. Overlooking the raging Urubamba River and discovered in hidden tangle of vines and trees atop the mountain, the city of Machu Picchu will forever hold the secret of its destruction as the Incas left no written record.
You will visit following points in Machu Picchu:
01 Entrance
02 Ceremonial Baths
03 Inka House
04 Temple of the Sun
05 Botanical Garden
06 Square of the Temples
07 Intiwatana
08 Llamacancha
09 Sacred rock
10 Temple of the Condor
11 Agricultural Zone
12 Exit
The guided tour will end a few meters from the Machu Picchu exit. It is not allowed to return on the way that has already been visited.
Once the guided tour is over you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train later that afternoon for the return trip.
Once you have arrived at Ollaytambo Station, you will be driven to your hotel located in the city of Cusco.
Balance of the evening at leisure.

Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel options:
Comfort: Sueños del Inka or Similar
Superior: Casa Andina Premium or Similar

Day 6: Cusco
Day 6: Cusco

Full day at leisure.
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 Blas artisan neighborhood, the Cathedral and the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman.
Suggested optional day activity you will love (additional cost): Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain or Maras & Moray

Meals included: Breakfast

Hotel options:
Comfort: Sueños del Inka or Similar
Superior: Casa Andina Premium or Similar

Day 7: Cusco - Lima - international departure
Day 7: Cusco - Lima - international departure

At the scheduled time, you will be transferred from your hotel to Cusco airport for your flight back to Lima.

Suggested flight: LA2066 CUZ/LIM Departure 1250 / Arrival 1422 - not include
Kindly note that there more options in case you need to fix your international flight to home.
*We can purchase all airline tickets on your behalf.

Upon arrival to Lima your Small Group Tour comes to an end.

Meals included: Breakfast

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation as listed in the itinerary
  • Shared transfers and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary unless specified otherwise
  • Entrance fees
  • Local English speaking guides in each locality
  • Meals as per Itinerary
  • Expedition train to Machu Picchu
  • International and domestic flights and airport taxes
  • Travel insurance
  • Transfers on days before or after official start/end days
  • Tours listed as optional
  • Drinks and items of a personal nature
  • Gratuites



Handpicked Hotels


Our Small Group Tours offers you the option to select from Comfort or Superior Hotels as a part of the package.

Please note: Luxury hotels are not available as a part of our Small Group Tours packages.


Simple, clean, and bursting with character, our Comfort hotels offer superb value without compromising style, location or amenities. Comfort level hotels are closest to North American 3 star standards.


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For an upgraded experience, our Superior hotels feature impressive common areas, spacious rooms. Some hotels of this type include amenities found in higher class hotels, including pools, spas, or terraces. Superior level hotels are closest to North American 4 star standards.


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Our Luxury hotels offer high standards of comfort, style, and service with extensive attention to detail. Almost all feature amenities such as pools, spas, and private terraces. Luxury hotels are closest to North American 5 star standards.


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Tour's Location

FAQs

How prices are based?
Prices are "from" per person based on twin beds or double share bedroom in a Comfort Hotel Category.
For an upgrade to double room in a Superior Hotel Category, please insert “2” in the Category check box.
Solo Travelers welcome, please insert “1” in your prefered Single Hotel Category check box.
Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability.
Small Group sizes
This small group tour is guaranteed to depart with a minimum of 2 passengers.
For your comfort, the maximum group size is capped at 16 travelers.
Traveler Assistance Cover - included in tour cost -
Traveler Assistance Cover is our free emergency assistance program, with coverage throughout the countries part of this itinerary. With just one call and at no extra cost, passengers will have access to coverage up to a total of USD4,000 (non-deductible)
Assistance Travel Cover includes:
*COVID 19 until the maximum coverage
*2 medical assistance visits at hotel
*Emergency hospitalization
*Medical consultation via videocall 24/7
*Prescription medicine, up to USD 400
*Emergency hospitalization, up to USD 1,000
*Medical transfers, up to USD 1,800 (within the country)
*Emergency dental, up to USD 200
Fixed Departure Small Group Tours Special Terms & Conditions
Due to the nature and responsabilities of organising a Small Group Tour our Booked with Confidence / Flexible Booking Policy offer can not be applied to this package.
Please contact us for a full detail description of our fixed departure small group tours terms and conditions.
Train luggage limit to Machu Picchu
There is a strict baggage limit for the train to Machu Picchu of 1 bag or backpack with a maximum weight of 5kg/11lbs.
Return train tickets
Full passport information is needed at the time of booking to confirm the rail tickets to Machu Picchu.
Our Hotels
Hotel accommodation quoted in Standard rooms
Occasionally due to circumstances out of our control, hotels quoted may not be available at the time of booking. In these circumstances when hotels are unavailable, will provide the best possible alternative.
Carbon bonds
Travelers have the chance to offset their carbon footprint while they travel by purchasing bonds from US$ 10 extra cost per person in this program, equivalent to 1 ton. This way they will be contributing to conservation projects in the Peruvian Amazon.
Other information
This is not a fully escorted tour.
Local English-speaking guides are used in each different location.
We have enhanced our sanitization and safety protocols to encourage physical distancing.
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