Southern Peru Highlands Trip (9 Days)

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Overview
Highlights
- Visit awesome Machu Picchu
- Explore Cusco
- Visit city of Arequipa in Peru
- See the wonderful Colca Canyon and Lake Titicaca
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Trip includes
- All tours and activities
- Each night in a comfortable and well located hotel based on double occupancy
- All required in-country ground transport and entrance fees
- Breakfast each morning of tour, and many additional meals (varies by day)
Itinerary

Arequipa: You’ll arrive in Arequipa and head to your hotel, which is constructed of traditional volcanic sillar stone, which is where Arequipa`s nickname, the “white city”, comes from. You’ll spend the day getting acquainted with the historic Santa Catalina Monastery, the Inca mummy Juanita, and observing the amazing colonial buildings and enjoying the temperate climate.
Colca Canyon Homestay: Today you will head to Colca Canyon. ON the journey there you will take in amazing views of nearby volcanoes, natural landscapes, and dramatic panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. You’ll head to the opposite side of the canyon, where yo...
Colca to Lake Titicaca: You’ll wake up early and visit Cruz del Condor, where you’ll get the opportunity to observe these enormous birds soaring through the canyon. Then, you’ll head to the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Lake Titicaca Tour: After a wonderful traditional breakfast, you’ll depart on a unique Lake Titicaca tour. You’ll go by boat over the stunningly blue lake in order to reach indigenous culture in secluded areas of the lake`s famous islands, including stops at a remote area of the Uros reed islands, UNESCO World Heritage site Taquile, and the Capachica peninsula.
Altiplano Adventure: Today you’ll set out across the beautiful Peruvian altiplano, with stops at a breathtaking colonial church, a visit with alpacas, and rarely visited, but fascinating catacombs .
Cusco In Depth : You’ll arrive in Cusco, the former center of the Inca Empire, and spend the afternoon wandering the cobblestone streets, local markets, and learning about Cusco`s incredible history from your local guide.
Sacred Valley: You’ll experience the beautiful Sacred Valley. Along the way you’ll stop at interesting Inca ruins, artisan markets and cascading salt ponds. You’ll enjoy a traditional lunch with a local family, and gain true insight into local culture. Later you’ll vi...
Machu Picchu: Today you`ll visit the famous Machu Picchu, in addition to lesser-known (but equally) amazing spots. After an in-depth tour of the ruins, you’ll climb Huayna Picchu, hike to Inti Punku, or go see the Inca Bridge.
Cusco-Home: At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the Cusco airport for your return flight to Lima, and your flight home.
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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.
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What's excluded
- Traveller’s insurance
- International flights
- Discretionary expenses such as gratuities, snacks, alcoholic beverages, etc.
- Some meals
- Flights
Accommodation
Value - 3 start level accommodations - Trips labeled “Value” fall into a mid-range budget and the accommodations can range from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
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