Footsteps of the Incas - 17 Days
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Highlights
- Machu Picchu - explore this spectacular Inca citadel set high in the Andes Mountains
- Ballestas Islands - enjoy a boat trip to view Humboldt penguins and other native wildlife
- Huacachina - sandboard in the desert surrounding this oasis town
- Nazca - view the mysterious Nazca Lines with an optional flight
- Arequipa - discover this UNESCO-listed city and the historic Santa Catalina Convent
- Colca Canyon - catch sight of condors flying above one of the world's deepest canyons
- Raqchi - spend a night at a homestay with a local Quechua family
- Cusco and the Sacred Valley - discover the heart of the Inca Empire, explore Pisac and the incredible archaeological site of Ollantaytambo
- Trek the Inca Trail, get off the beaten track on the Wild Andes Trek or opt to take the train to Machu Picchu
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- Choice of the unique Wild Andes Trek, the classic Inca Trail Trek or taking the train to Machu Picchu
- Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek - 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners. 11 nights simple hotels, 3 nights camping, 1 night hostel and 1 night homestay
- Option 2 - Inca Trail Trek - 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners. 10 nights simple hotels, 4 nights camping, 1 night hostel and 1 night homestay
- Option 3 - Machu Picchu by Train - 15 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners. 13 nights simple hotels, 1 night hostel, 1 night camping and 1 night homestay
- Boat trip to see the seals & seabirds of the Ballestas Islands
- Visit to the ancient Nazca sites of the Chauchilla Cemetery and nearby Cahuachi Pyramid
- Guided tour of the Sacred Valley
- Guided tour of Machu Picchu
- 2 night stay and guided trip to see Colca Canyon and condors
- Quechua Indian homestay, community crafts project and guided visit to the Raqchi ruins
- All camping fees and appropriate equipment
- Services of two crew (drivers/tour leaders) and local guides along the way
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Itinerary
Welcome to Peru and its colonial capital Lima! Make your own way to our joining hotel, where we have a group meeting at 6pm to meet your tour leader and fellow travellers. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city or relaxing after your journey.
Lima - Ballestas Islands - Huacachina. Today we have an early start to beat the rush hour and drive south to Paracas National Park. Here we catch a local boat for an included trip to the Ballestas Islands, where we get the chance to view incredible resident wildlife s...
Huacachina - Nazca. This morning we continue our drive south to reach Nazca, a village that’s world-famous for being home to the mysterious Nazca Lines. Created over 1,000 years ago, the Nazca Lines are a series of geometric shapes and figures etched into the desert p...
Nazca - Purto Inca. Today we enjoy an included visit to the ancient sites of Chauchilla Cemetery and the Cahuachi Pyramid, which was once one of the most important ceremonial centres for Nazca culture in Peru. In the afternoon we continue our drive to Puerto Inca, a coastal resort boasting scenic views of the Pacific Ocean, and camp on the beach.
Puerto Inca - Arequipa. Today we start our drive inland and journey to the beautiful city of Arequipa. Also known as the ‘White City’, Arequipa boasts stunning colonial buildings built from soft, white volcanic rock. The city is also set against a breathtaking backdro...
Arequipa - Chivay. This morning we enjoy some more free time in Arequipa, before driving to the highland town of Chivay after lunch. This rural town is the gateway to the magnificent Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. On day 8 we take a short d...
Chivay - Raqchi. Driving through the stunning Peruvian highlands, we reach the small village of Raqchi where we enjoy a homestay as guests of the local villagers. This evening we take part in a traditional Quechua religious ceremony and listen to the local musicians play.
Raqchi - Cusco. This morning we explore the Temple of Wiracocha, one of the largest Inca sites in Peru, before visiting a local artisan centre to see a pottery demonstration. In the afternoon we drive to Cusco, the former Inca capital and gateway to the world-famous r...
The next four days will be spent either trekking on our pioneering Wild Andes route, on the Classic Inca Trail or, for those not wishing to hike, enjoying free time in Cusco and a guided tour of the Sacred Valley on our Train package. Both the Wild Andes and Class...
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek Zurite - Amaruwatana. After a hearty breakfast, our trek today takes us through Qenteqentiyoc (the Hummingbird Temple) and we explore this Inca archaeological site. We then follow an ancient path to the top of our first pass at 4,400 metres...
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek Amaruwatana - Ancascocha. This morning we have an early start for a two-hour trek to the top of our second pass at 4,700 metres. From here we enjoy fantastic views of the rock formations below us, with the chance to spot local wildlife such...
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek Ancascocha - Ollantaytambo. Today we descend through the tall granite walls of the Silque Canyon, crossing several small bridges to reach the Camicancha area and a magnificent viewpoint looking out towards Mount Veronica. From here, we have...
Option 1 - Wild Andes Trek & Option 3 - Train Package Ollantyatambo - Machu Picchu - Cusco. Today we take an incredibly scenic train journey to the town of Aguas Calientes. From here we board a local bus that winds up the mountainside to Machu Picchu, the awe ins...
Today marks the end of our adventure through Peru! There is no accommodation included on the trip tonight, however our reservations team are happy to arrange this for you if you would like to extend your stay in Cusco.
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- Items of a personal nature, additional meals and drinks
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- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
- Sleeping bag and roll mat - please bring your own for camping
- Local payment - $1200pp, paid in USD
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