Amazing Peru
Amazing Peru
Amazing Peru
9 Days Starting in Lima and ending in Puno
Visiting: Peru
Tour Overview
Head on a 10-day ultra-small group tour to Peru, one of the most fascinating travel destinations in Latin America! Begin your journey in Lima, the cosmopolitan capital home to a wide range of colonial treasures and diverse neighborhoods. Catch a flight to Cusco, the center of the Inca world, and explore the archaeological sites in the region. Follow in the ancient footsteps of the Incas as you take a train through the Sacred Valley and visit Machu Picchu to uncover the ancient mysteries of the past. Next, make your way back to Cusco to spend time exploring this magnificent city. Enjoy the breathtaking sights of the Peruvian highlands and pass by picturesque Andean villages as you travel to Puno, situated on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world home to the floating manmade islands of Uros and Taquile, which were created with totora reeds tied together! From there you will make your way back to Lima where you will end your ultra-small group tour of Peru.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Lima – Cusco (By Flight) - Sacred Valley
Upon arrival at the Lima International Airport, you will connect to your domestic flight to Cusco. Embark on a short yet spectacular flight over the snow-capped Andes Mountains to Cusco, the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Urubamba in the Sacred Valley where you will visit the Pisac Market and Manos de la Comunidad en route to your hotel.
Overnight in the Sacred Valley
Day 2: Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu (B/-/-)
In the morning you will travel on the Expedition train through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, where you will board a shuttle up to the \"Lost City of the Incas\", Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, the city of Machu Picchu was hidden by mountains and a semi-tropical jungle for 400 years until it was discovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911. A knowledgeable tour guide will share the history of this mystical place with you. From there you will be transferred to the hotel.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Day 3: Machu Picchu – Sacred Valley - Cusco (B/-/-)
In the morning you will travel on the Expedition train back to the Sacred Valley from Aguas Calientes, where you will board a shuttle to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 4: Cusco (B/-/-)
Spend your day at leisure. Perhaps book an optional excursion.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 5: Cusco – Puno (B/L/-)
Today one of the most extraordinary overland trips in South America will take you from Cusco to Puno by bus, passing through the breathtaking highland scenery and picturesque Andean villages. En-route you will stop at the town of Andahuaylillas. The church here was founded in 1580 and is a showcase of the colonial art in Peru, sometimes dubbed \"the Sistine Chapel of the Americas” due to its rich interior. You will also stop at Raqchi to see the remains of the remarkable temple of Viracocha, considered by historians to be a particularly important Inca construction, and at La Raya, the highest pass on the route. Enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside you will see llamas, alpacas, and vicunas wandering the wild. The last stop before Puno will be Pucara, an old ceremonial site that shows evidence of a pre-Incan civilization. You will arrive in Puno later this afternoon/evening.
Overnight in Puno
Day 6: Puno (B/-/-)
Enjoy your day at leisure. Perhaps book an optional excursion.
Overnight in Puno
Day 7: Puno – Lima (By Flight) (B/-/-)
Early this morning you will be transferred to Juliaca Airport (1-hour approx.) for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. The city of Lima, also known as the City of Kings, was founded by Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535, on the right bank of the Rímac River due to the excellent strategic and geographic conditions of this valley. Lima, whose name stems from the Quechua word Rimac, which translated into Spanish means talker, began its rapid growth amidst the millenary cultures that developed in the area. During the Viceroy ship, between the sixteenth and seventeenth century, Lima became the most important and powerful metropolis in Lattin America, and the cultural and commercial center of the region, until the creation of the Viceroy ship of La Plata in the 18th century, which took up the famous mines of Potosi. In 1821, following a series of intense political movements, General San Martin proclaimed the independence of Peru. Today, Lima is a modern city that offers a wide range of attractions which, united with its rich past, provides visitors with a harmonious synthesis of all this historic richness in its many museums, traditional quarters, restaurants, handicrafts, galleries, and nightlife.
Overnight in Lima
Day 8: Lima (B/-/-)
Spend your day at leisure. Perhaps book an optional excursion.
Overnight in Lima
Day 9: Lima (B/-/-)
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
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08 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
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Daily breakfast
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01 lunch
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Arrival and departure airport transfers
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Sightseeing as per the itinerary
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Entrance fees as per the itinerary
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English-speaking local guides
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Porterage at hotels & airports
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Expedition train service to/from Machu Picchu
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Domestic airfare (Lima-Cusco/Puno-Lima)
What's Not Included
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Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities
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Travel insurance
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Optional tours
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Visa fees, if applicable
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Items not mentioned as included
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Low Deposit
Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.