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Peru Andes & Amazon – Lima, Amazon
Jungle, Cuzco & Machu Picchu



Tour Brief


10 day/9 night tour in group service with entrance tickets, guided tours, airport transfers, bus and train tickets and accommodation in US standard hotels (tourist class, 3 star superior & 4 star options).

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Amazon Jungle

Peru Andes & Amazon
Lima - Amazon Jungle
Cuzco - Machu Picchu

 10 day/9 night
 
 
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1. Lima

Arrival in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel.



Day 2. Lima – Puerto Maldonado (B, L & D)

After breakfast, flight to Puerto Maldonado. Reception and transfer from the airport. Short journey by road and then transfer to the Madre de Dios River. Travel by motor boat along the river. During the trip we may see caiman, turtles and waterfowl, etc. Arrival at the Amazon Lodge. Night excursions followed by dinner.

Day 3. Amazon Jungle (B, L & D)

Wake up and walk to the clay lick to see the amazing spectacle of dozens of parrots and parakeets arriving to eat on special clay necessary for their metabolism. Breakfast. Free time. Visit the 'Island of Monkeys' by boat. Lake Sandoval. Picnic lunch at the lake side. Return to the river at night for the chance of seeing nocturnal animals. Dinner and overnight accommodation.

Day 4. Amazon Jungle (B, L & D)

After breakfast, follow the course of the river for approximately 1,5 hours in order to visit a native community. Occasionally you will see monkeys, river turtles, caiman and various birds in the dense vegetation of the riverbanks. Visit the “Project for the Rescue of Cultural Values” which supports the local native community “Palma Real”. It is the largest with approximately 200 families of the Ese’eja tribe and located at Gamitada Island. Circumnavigating the Gamatida Island you can occasionally see animals Return to the lodge for dinner.


Day 5. Amazon Jungle – Cuzco (B) (B & L)

After a very early wake up, boarding of the canoe to return to Pto. Maldonado. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cuzco (not included). Reception and transfer to your hotel. Free day at leisure to relax and acclimatise to the high altitude.

Day 6. Cuzco (B)

Free morning. Afternoon guided visit 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.

Day 7. Sacred Valley (B & L)

Full-day excursion to the Urubamba, the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the village of Pisac, founded during Colonial times. On Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays the Indians barter their products, and artisans from all over the area sell their woven alpaca wool blankets and ponchos, engraved gourds, antique reproductions and jewellery. On Sundays, it is also the meeting place for the local Mayors of the region, who come dressed in their traditional costumes, to attend morning mass. After a buffet lunch, a visit to Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town which is still inhabited. Explore the ruins above Ollantaytambo before returning to Cuzco via the traditional market town of Chinchero. Return to your hotel.


Day 8. Machu Picchu (B)

An early transfer to the railway station in Poroy for the 6.30/7.00 am train to Aguas Calientes. Arrival to Aguas Calientes and transfer to the bus terminal for the short ride (25 minutes) up to Machu Picchu. You will arrive in time for a guided group visit of the most spectacular ancient city in the world. This fabulous city contains houses, temples, warehouses, a large central square; and all connected by narrow roads and steps that are surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side. After the tour, free time to enjoy this spiritual wonder. Opportunity for a guided trek (approx 1 hour) up to the sungate (Intipunku), which is a part of the Inca Trail, for a magical view of the sanctuary or alternatively an unguided climb to the top of Wayna Picchu, with a magnificent view of the whole Sanctuary (recommended for fit individuals only). Return to your hotel.

Day 9. Machu Picchu - Cuzco (B)

Opportunity to return to the sanctuary for a more personal appreciation of the Eighth wonder of the world. Return in the afternoon by train to Cuzco and transfer to the hotel of your choice.

Day 10. Cuzco – Lima (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight to Lima (not included).






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Tour Prices


Tourist
Price per person US$999.00 - based on two people sharing
Single supplement US$425.00

Superior
Price per person US$1198.00 - based on two people sharing
Single supplement US$500.00

First Class
Price per person US$1399.00 - based on two people sharing
Single supplement US$700.00

 
Additional Flight Costs
 

Flight tickets: Lima – Puerto Maldonado - US$170.00 per person per route.
Flight tickets: Puerto Maldonado – Cuzco - US$170.00 per person per route.
Flight tickets: Cuzco – Lima US$170.00 per person per route
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The Amazing Destinations Added Value bonus

A complimentary upgrade at your hotel in Lima to the next level. If you purchase the tourist package, you will receive the superior level of accommodation in Lima; if you purchase the superior package, you will receive the first class level of accommodation in Lima; if you purchase the first class package, you will receive an upgrade to a 5 star hotel such as the Casa Andina Private Collection, Sonesta El Olivar or Crowne Plaza accommodation in Lima. This represents an outstanding added value bonus for your tour

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WHAT IS INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED
Our Price Includes:
  • 6 night's accommodation in twin/double rooms at recommended hotels with private bathroom, including breakfast and 3 nights in a rustic jungle lodge.

  • All transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary in group service with English speaking guides.

  • All meals as per itinerary denoted by B, L and D.

  • Train tickets: Cusco - Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) - Cuzco.

  • All entrance fees (except the Tambopata Fee of $15 per person payable directly at the lodge) and tips.

Our price does not include:
  • International air tickets and associated taxes

  • Meals not specified on the itinerary.

  • All domestic flights require a US$6.00 charge (airport tax), payable at the airport.

  • Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, etc.

  • Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident.

  • Baggage porterage and other extras not specified

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Lima Hotels
  • Tourist – Examples include Leon de Oro, Ferre Hotel, Mariel Hotel, El Castellano. Subject to availability.

  • Superior – Examples include Exclusive Hotel, Hacienda Hotel. Subject to availability.

  • First Class – Examples include Condado, Jose Antonio and Sonesta Hotel. Subject to availability.

Cuzco Hotels
  • Tourist – Examples include Mistersinkas, Suenos del Inka, Prisma Hotel. Subject to availability.

  • Superior – Examples include Casa San Blas, Ruinas, and Los Andes. Subject to availability.

  • First Class – Examples include Picoaga, Jose Antonio and Eco Inn. Subject to availability.

Aguas Calientes Hotels
  • Tourist – Examples include Presidente, Cabanas Hotel. Subject to availability.

  • Superior – Examples include Inti Inn, Orchideas. Subject to availability.

  • First Class – Examples include Pueblo Hotel, Sumaq Hotel. Subject to availability.

Trains
  • Tourist class– Backpacker train as standard. Upgrade to Vistadome available at $50 per person.

  • Superior class - Backpacker train as standard. Upgrade to Vistadome available at $50 per person.

  • First Class - Vistadome train as standard. Upgrade to Hiram Bingham Luxury train available at $475 per person.

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