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Overview
Highlights
- Get immersed in the history, culture, scenery and wildlife of Peru, starting and finishing in the culinary and historic capital, Lima.
- This itinerary is well paced so that it includes many amazing sights and cities but with enough time to explore.
- You will discover the main sights of Lima - the ‘City of Kings’ and Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas.
- The itinerary allows you to immerse yourself in the Amazon as you stay in a Jungle Lodge surrounded by the sights and sounds of the rainforest.
- You will gain an insight into the fascinating culture and history of the Incas as you travel through the beautiful Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo and of course the formidable and iconic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
- The itinerary also includes Lake Titicaca where you step back in time so witness the way of life of those that live there.
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Trip includes
- Airport transfers
- Internal flights
- Accommodation with breakfast
- All meals in Amazon Lodge
- Tours as detailed in itinerary
- Other meals where stated
Itinerary
On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel. This service includes a driver and local English speaking guide, who will provide you with any useful information needed for y...
Lima, the capital of Peru, sits on the country's arid Pacific coast. Founded in 1535, its colonial centre is well preserved, but today Lima is a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. The city is home to the various museums including the Museo ...
This morning you will be collected from your hotel to enjoy a complete city tour of Lima. First you will visit the Larco Herrera Museum and Huaca Pucllana. Have lunch in Miraflores. Afterwards, visit the modern district of San Isidro and Miraflores, where you will hav...
You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
On arrival at Puerto Maldonado Airport, you will be met by a representative of Refugio Amazonas to begin the journey to Refugio. Enroute we will stop at the local office so that you can repack your luggage and only take what is required for the next four days. The res...
Refugio Amazonas have a set of activities where you can choose from onsite, allowing you to create your own personalised experience deep in the Amazon. Below are suggested options you may like to choose from through-out your stay.
After breakfast venture out on...
Refugio Amazonas have a set of activities where you can choose from onsite, allowing you to create your own personalised experience deep in the Amazon. Below are suggested options you may like to choose from through-out your stay.
Witness the audio and visual s...
After breakfast, return to Puerto Maldonado for your departure flight. Depending on airline schedules, this may require a dawn departure.
Please note: Depending on airline schedules, this may require a dawn departure. We recommend flight LA2074 departing at 13:35
Schedule of activities are subject to change without notice
On arrival, please make your way through to the Arrivals Hall where our representative will be waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel.
He/she will be holding a sign with your name on it. Please note this service is with a driver only.
You will be collected from your hotel for a day of exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This fertile river valley was home to many important sites for the Incas, both strategic and religious. The first stop is the village of Pisac, with its famous market and Inca...
This morning you will be transferred from your hotel to Ollantaytambo train station.
This morning travel by train from Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes.
Due to limited space for luggage storage on trains, luggage restrictions apply: one bag or backpack (carry-on luggage) with a maximum weight of 5.0 kg/11 lb, measuring no more than 62 linear inches/157 linear cm (height + length + width)
You will be astonished by your first view of Machu Picchu, a stunning display of ancient architecture with incredible surroundings. Machu Picchu is a 15th century Inca site, located 2,430 metres above sea level on a mountain ridge above the Sacred Valley. It is the mo...
This morning travel by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley.
Due to limited space for luggage storage on trains, luggage restrictions apply: one bag or backpack (carry-on luggage) with a maximum weight of 5.0 kg/11 lb, measuring no more than 62 linear inches/157 linear cm (height + length + width)
Transfer from Ollantaytambo train station in the Sacred Valley to Cusco.
You will be collected from your hotel for a sightseeing tour through Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire. Visit the fascinating Qorikancha Temple of the Sun, the 12-Angled Rock and the Cathedral, built on the ruins of an Inca Palace. From here head to the archaeologic...
Today is at leisure allowing you to spend time wandering the cobble-stoned streets of the ancient Inca capital. With treasures around every corner, Cusco is a wonderful city to explore on foot. Vibrant markets and stores give the traveller a plethora of shopping oppor...
You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to Cusco bus or train station for your onward journey.
The best way to travel the incredible route between Cusco and Puno and visit Lake Titicaca with unrivalled service at your beck and call aboard PeruRail's Titicaca Train. Enjoy the open-air observatory car and the two dining cars decorated in the style of the Pullman ...
On arrival at Puno bus or train station, you will be met by a representative who will be holding a sign with your name on it, to transfer you to your hotel. Should you have trouble locating him/her, please refer to the front of your itinerary for emergency contact details.
Early this morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the port to board a fully equipped speedboat with on board service to visit various islands on Lake Titicaca. First stop is Taquile Island where you will explore a scenic and less touristy are...
You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
This evening stay at Lima’s premier airport hotel Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport Hotel which is connected by a walkway to the terminal. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Please make your way to the terminal for your departure flight. Please note check in time is 3 hours prior to scheduled departure time.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics
What's excluded
- Entrance Fee to Tambopota National Reserve (US$13 per person for Refugio Amazonas)
- Tips, personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages in Amazon Lodge
- International flights
- Visas
Accommodation
We believe that appropriate accommodation should add to the authentic travel experience, as well as providing utmost enjoyment. For that reason our accommodation is scrutinised by our staff on the ground frequently, ensuring the properties adhere to our high standards. This key will help you understand the levels of accommodation available on this tour.
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Comfortable properties with dependable facilities and service.
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