Amazon & Machu Picchu

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Overview
Highlights
- Hike through the Amazon Jungle
- Boat ride through the Amazon Basin
- Explore Oxbow Lake
- Experience Cusco, another UNESCO World Heritage City and considered the historical capital of Peru
- Hike the famous 7 mile Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
- Discover one of the seven wonders of the world - Machu Picchu
- Hike in one of the world’s largest and most famous tropical rainforests - The Amazon
- Enjoy world renowned Peruvian cuisine
What's this trip about?
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Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Max Group Size
Trip includes
- Domestic flight from Cusco to The Amazon
- Inca Trail permits - booked 4 months in advance
- Explore Lima's Cultural Center
- Visit San Pedro Market in Cusco
- See Cusco's famous Plaza de Armas
- Exclusive cultural exchange activity in Chinchero
- Immerse yourself in the rich Quechua Culture
- One day guided Inca Trail hike
- Entrance to World Famous Machu Picchu
- Train from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo
- Entrance fees and transportation to included activities
- Airport pick-up upon arrival
- Airport drop-off upon departure
- Under30Experiences Trip Leader
- Personal recommendations for optional activities
- The chance to meet some kick-ass people
- Access to the Under30Experiences community
- Taxes always included, never hidden fees, & NO blackout dates
Itinerary
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before boarding a domestic flight from Lima to Cusco.
Take included transportation to our accommodations in Cusco, and begin acclimating to the altitude.
Take a nice walk around the historic capital of the Inca empire.
Try some tasty delicacies like alpaca or guinea pig at a local lunch spot.
Have some free time to explore on your own, or pick up some souvenirs in the local markets.
Head out on the town for another taste of Peruvian gastronomy in the historic center of Cusco.
Test your rhythm and take advantage of free salsa lessons at one of the local bars or just have a drink with your new travel buddies and watch the movement of the Plaza at night.
Wake up in Cusco and enjoy breakfast right at your hotel.
Take a private shuttle to our very own U30X community project above Cusco, in a town called Chinchero.
We’ll be hiking and doing some farm work, so wear comfortable shoes, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty!
Have a literal farm to table experience, and chow down on lunch that was all grown on the farm you worked on earlier in the morning.
After lunch, check out an awesome textile demonstration, and learn how the people in the Andes naturally dye and hand-weave thei...
You’ll have a chance to relax and pick up some snacks for tomorrow.
We’ll find a restaurant in this small town for an early dinner.
Wake up early for breakfast at the hotel.
Take the train to the entrance of our day hiking through the sacred valley.
Arrive at the Inca Trail and start our 7 mile hike to Machu Picchu
Make sure you carry your passport!
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Arrive at Machu Picchu and take in the incredible views with a guided visit.
Take the Bus to Aguas Calientes, and enjoy lunch.
This evening you are free to explore and find dinner with your new friends (not included).
Wake up early for breakfast at the hotel.
Head up to the Lost City of the Incas for a guided tour of the magical Inca site.
Learn some of the history, take in the incredible views, and hopefully make friends with the local llamas.
We’ll have lunch in Aguas Calientes and then embark on a scenic train ride and bus back to Cusco through the Sacred Valley.
Reflect on your experience today over a relaxing dinner with the group.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Today is a free day to Explore Cusco at your leisure.
Your Trip Leader will suggest and accompany you on activities like the hike to the magical Rainbow Mountains
Lunch will be on your own today.
Enjoy your last dinner in Cusco City at the restaurant of your choice (not included).
Optional night out to dance.
Take a domestic flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado.
Arrive in the Amazon where your Trip Leader will take you to your hotel.
Note: We will be leaving our main bags in Puerto Maldonado at the lodge’s main office - you will only take your day-pack to th...
Take a boat from Puerto Maldonado to Jungle lodge port.
Arrive at your Amazonian Lodge.
Have dinner at your beautiful Amazonian lodge
Wake up early for breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for Oxbow lake with your group and experience this ideal wildlife habitat.
Return to the lodge and enjoy some free time.
Enjoy lunch from the comfort of your lodge.
Take an ethnobotanical walk or explore the lodge and enjoy the beauty of the Amazon Rainforest.
Enjoy your last dinner at the lodge with your group.
Wake early for your last breakfast at the lodge.
Take included transportation back to Puerto Maldonado and then be driven to the airport.
Be sure to book any connecting flights back home after 7:00 pm local time.
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Dates & Availability
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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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Logistics
Accommodation
You will be staying in shared boutique hotel rooms and bungalows for the duration of your trip.
Laundry is available at some hotels for an additional fee. Ask your Trip Leader for details.
s may vary but will be the same quality.
Solo travelers are paired with someone of the same gender.
Private room options are available upon request subject to hotel availability (for an extra charge).
Transportation & Flights
Transportation & flights
If you have an emergency cancellation that is less than 30 days before your trip, please refer to your travel insurance company as they may cover you for some expenses.
We are not able to transfer trips or hold experience credits within 30 days of the trip because we have already secured reservations on your behalf.
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