Peru Encompassed + Amazon Extension

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Discover Peru, the sacred land of the Incas, in comfort. Staying in a series of premium hotels, unwind in the tranquil sacred valley, watch condors flying over the Colca Canyon, and visit the awe-inspiring 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. At the end of your trip, spend three nights relaxing in an Amazon Jungle Lodge. Lake Titicaca - Visit the floating island ...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Machu Picchu - Travel by train to the 'Lost City', one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
    • Cusco - Explore the ancient capital city of the Incas
    • Arequipa - Discover the fascinating Santa Catalina Convent
    • Lake Titicaca - Traverse the highest navigable lake in the world, visiting the Uros and Taquile Islands
    • Sacred Valley - Unwind in this tranquil setting

What's this trip about?

    Discover Peru, the sacred land of the Incas, in comfort. Staying in a series of premium hotels, unwind in the tranquil sacred valley, watch condors flying over the Colca Canyon, and visit the awe-inspiring 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu. At the end of your trip, spend three nights relaxing in an Amazon Jungle Lodge. Lake Titicaca - Visit the floating island communities living on this incredible high altitude lake Cusco - Sip pisco sours after a day exploring the ancient capital city of the Incas Machu Picchu - Travel by train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to this impressive ancient site, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age range30 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityLima
End CityPuerto Maldonado Airport

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Trekking

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Itinerary

Day 1 Join tour Lima

Arrive Lima and check-in at hotel.

Meals Provided :
None

Day 2 Tour Lima, fly to Arequipa

Founded in 1535 and called the City of Kings, Lima today is both ancient and modern. We will make an orientation tour on foot, passing through the colonial squares and under the intricate modern balconies of old Lima, seeing some of the city's best surviving examples ...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 3 In Arequipa; visit the Santa Catalina Convent

This morning we visit Santa Catalina Convent, a miniature walled town which once housed 450 nuns and serving ladies in total seclusion. The rest of the day is free to explore this charming city, situated at 2380m and surrounded by snow-capped mountains including the p...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 4 Drive to Chivay

This morning we head north where we enter the world of the altiplano. We pass behind the volcanoes that ring Arequipa and onto Chivay. Passing herds of llama and alpaca - if lucky we may spot the elusive vicuña. Today we cross the Patapampa pass to briefly reach the highest point of our trip at 4910m where we stop for a photo before descending towards the Colca Canyon.

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 5 Visit the Colca Canyon, continue to Puno

We have an early start this morning to the Colca Canyon. A spectacular river gorge, the Colca Canyon measures twice the depth of the more famous Grand Canyon and at one time it was believed to be the deepest gorge on earth (until it was eclipsed by the deeper Cotahuas...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 6 Boat trip on Lake Titicaca; visit Uros and Taquile Islands

From Puno we take a boat trip on Lake Titicaca to explore the floating reed islands, home to the Uros people who live on the lake itself. Their islands are made from totura, a reed-like papyrus that grows in the shallows and is used in most aspects of their life, incl...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 7 Journey to Cusco

Today we follow the legendary route taken by the first Inca ruler - Manco Capac - on his way to find Cusco. Travelling aboard our private bus, we will watch the spectacular Andean scenery rolling past our window as shepherds graze their flocks of llamas and alpaca on ...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 8 In Cusco; visit Sacsayhuaman Fortress

The old capital of the Inca empire survives only in its ruins, imbued with an atmosphere of mystery and grandeur. The Spanish colonial city, with its attractive pink tiled roofs, arcaded plazas and steep winding alleyways, stands upon tremendous Inca foundation stones...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 9 Free Day in Cusco, optional Misminay village trip

Today has been left free for you to enjoy further optional activities in and around Cusco or perhaps finish off the final souvenir shopping in the winding streets and alleys of the city.

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 10 Train to Aguas Calientes; visit Machu Picchu

We take an early morning train along the side of the Rio Urubamba, flanked by high cliffs and peaks, then climb by bus to Machu Picchu - the famous 'lost city' at 2400m. The existence of this exquisite masterpiece of ancient civilisation remained unknown to the outsid...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 11 More time to discover Machu Picchu (optional); train to Ollantaytambo

We have another chance this morning to explore the site. It is also possible to climb the steep peaks of either Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu Mountain to look down on the citadel. Machu Picchu Mountain is a 700m climb from the top of the citadel. There are co...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 12 In the Sacred Valley; optional whitewater rafting

Today is a free day with a wide choice of things to do. For river-lovers there is a the opportunity of a full-day raft-trip (optional and seasonal) down the Urubamba in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This is an exciting way to see the valley and no previous experienc...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 13 Fly to Puerto Maldonado, transfer to Amazon lodge

Today we transfer to the airport for a short flight to Puerto Maldonado, located in the Southern Amazon area of Peru. You can leave your main luggage in Puerto Maldonado and just take with you what you need for the next few days. The Amazon comprises 60% of Peru and t...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14 In Amazon Jungle; Canopy walk and Sandoval Lake

We spend the morning on the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, which is a 1129ft system of 2 observation towers, 8 platforms and 7 hanging bridges 100ft above the ground. The walkway is designed to perform scientific research of the ecosystems inhabiting the rainforest canopy,...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15 In Amazon Jungle; Visit botanical garden and canoe excursion

We spend the morning visiting the Native Farm close to the lodge, where we will learn local techniques of cultivation and taste some of the products of the farm. We then visit the Botanical Garden, discovering the variety of medicinal plants, and traditional remedies....

Meals Provided :
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 16 Early morning boat to Puerto Maldonado and end trip at airport

Our Amazon adventure comes to an end today after breakfast and we will travel by motorised canoe back to Puerto Maldonado, before transferring to the airport. If you prefer you can end your trip at the office in Puerto Maldonado and arrange a taxi transfer to the airp...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

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Last Updated: 8/29/2019

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This was an amazing trip. Explore ensured

This was an amazing trip. Explore ensured that the itinerary helped members acclimatize to the high altitudes. Overall 10 ot of 10 for the trip, the guides, staff an...

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An amazing trip!

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Guides
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Visa requirements
Peru: Visas are not required for UK, New Zealand, Australian, US and Canadian citizens. Other nationalities should consult the relevant consulate. USA: (including those in transit) Citizens of the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Canada and passport holders from several EU countries can enter the United States without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) - where you apply for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation), which applies if you enter the country by sea or by air. This must be done on line - https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov no later than 72 hours prior to travel. Travellers who have not registered before their trip are likely be refused boarding. You must have an electronic passport with a digital chip containing biometric information about the passport owner. UK passports which are biometric feature a small gold symbol (camera) at the bottom of the front cover. If you have visited Iraq, Syria, Iran or Sudan since 2011 or are dual nationals of these countries, you cannot travel with an ESTA and instead you will need to apply for a visa from the nearest US Embassy or Consulate. If you are unable to provide a valid visa before boarding flights to the US, or entering via another method, you may not be permitted to travel. Please note for your ESTA application you will be required to supply Point of Contact information. Explore' s USA contact information will be listed on your final documentation which you will receive approximately 3-4 weeks before departure. If you are leaving for the USA before this, please call the Explore team to get this information.(Not necessary if in transit) For further information please check out the US embassy website. Visa applications - http://london.usembassy.gov/niv/apply.html Canada: An electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is required by British citizens transiting via Canada. For more information see the official Canadian government website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office. You should confirm all visa related issues with the relevant Embassy prior to departure
Health & Safety
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Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 15
  • Dinner : 3
  • Lunch : 3
Age Requirements
30 years and up
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