Shades of Peru

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

• Operated with English and Spanish speaking local guide on a shared basis on day 2-6

ACCOMMODATION:

• 6 night's accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 - 2 Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3- 6 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

MEALS:

• 6 breakfasts
• 2 Lunches on day 4, 6

TRANSPORT:

• Private transfers from and to the airport
• Transfers Cusco - Ollanta train station- Cusco
• Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rail) for Deluxe category.
• Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu- Aguas Calientes on shared basis.

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

• All visits mentioned in the itinerary: city tour in Lima (day 2), city tour & archaeological sites in Cusco (day 3), guided tour in Machu Picchu (day 4), Vinicunca Trail (day 6)
• Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)

OTHER:

• Meet and Greet on day 1 and day 3

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
• Tips for driver and guide.
• International flights to Peru.
• Domestic flights: Lima - Cusco (Day 3) (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
• Domestic and foreign airport taxes.
• Walking sticks.

Requirements

Weather in the region is extremely variable and we suggest you to pack for a variety of conditions. In addition, our trek passes through various bio-zones ranging from high altitude alpine conditions to high jungle. During a sunny day you can expect temperatures of about 18–27°C (65–80°F), however, on the pass the weather is very unpredictable and temperatures can drop to 0°C (30°F) during the day (but you won’t spend a lot of time up there). At nights, temperatures vary from 05 - 10º C to 0°C or below. We provide you a Sleeping bag that can support -28 °C (-18 F), and a bottle of hot water for your convenience.

Expect a mixture of terrain from the highlands to the cloud forest. Most of the road is rocky, passing through steep parts and downs, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.

INSTRUCTIONS

Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information

In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to / from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)

If you are prone to altitude sickness, please see a doctor to get a prescription for altitude pills before you go.

Aside from the clothes for trekking, you should bring casual clothes for dinner and for visiting Machu Picchu the next day.

Please Note

Day 1: Optional extra Magic Water Circuit with Dinner and Folkloric Show does not operate on Mondays.  

Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator

Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive not later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late.

Please note that Check In in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby

If your trip includes the visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling

Upon arrival is recommended to rest for few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8 000 feet above sea level)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU

The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter in the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.

The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm. 

NEW PLASTIC REGULATION:

After the prohibition of the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles. 

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 - 2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3- 6 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 - 2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3- 6 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Private transfers from and to the airport, transfers to and from Cusco - Ollanta train station, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, and bus transfers on a shared basis.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star hotels like Tierra Viva to 5-star hotels like Pullman Lima Miraflores in Lima and Aranwa Cusco Boutique in Cusco.