Peru Tour - "The Inca Empire" 

The name of the country may be derived from Birú, the name of a local ruler who lived near the Bay of San Miguel, Panama City, in the early 16th century. Spanish conquistadors, who arrived in 1522, believed this was the southernmost part of the New World. When Francisco Pizarro invaded the regions farther south, they came to be designated Birú or Perú.

Day One: Arrive Lima

Welcome to Lima! Upon arriving in Lima and after baggage collection, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel.

Our representative will give you a documentation kit with detailed program explanation. Luggage and hotel registration assistance will be offered.

Overnight: Pullman Miraflores (or similar) - Meals: None

Day Two: Lima

Early breakfast at the hotel.

Half day Colonial and Modern Lima with visit to Larco Museum.

Note: some of the visits are external view only

Visit the modern and colonial parts of the city of Lima the "City of Kings", beginning in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. Pass by a Huaca or sacred pre-Inca site. There will then be a stop at Parque del Amor (Lovers Park) in Miraflores for its magnificent view over the Pacific Ocean. The tour also includes the Historic Centre based on the Main Square, where the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop´s Palace, the Municipality of Lima and the Cathedral are located, as well as a visit to one of the largest colonial-era convents. Explore the Historical Center, then head towards the Larco Museum, which houses the incomparable Treasures of Ancient Peru private collection.

Spend the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Pullman Miraflores (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast

 

Day Three: Lima - Cusco

Check out of the hotel after breakfast and you are transferred to the airport to check in then board the flight to Cusco (airfare is extra).

On arrival at Cusco airport, you will be met, assisted with your luggage then transferred to the hotel. Spend the rest of the morning acclimatizing.

Free day with optionals.

Overnight: Casa Andina Premium Cusco (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast

 

Day Four: Cusco - Sacred Valley

Breakfast at hotel. Check out of the hotel after breakfast and you are taken on a full day Sacred Valley tour.

You will tour the Sacred Valley of the Incas, discovering its fascinating culture, surrounded by majestic mountains. You will visit a small and picturesque Andean town, where you will explore an important Inca archaeological site and learn about the local history. Afterwards, you will pause at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch. Then, you will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the most representative architectural complexes of the Inca Empire and site of one of the Spanish Conquistadors' rare strategic defeats. Famous for its terraced fields, Ollantaytambo was a very effective fortress, that also served as a temple.

After the tour, continue to your hotel and check-in.

Overnight: Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

 

Day Five: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco

Check out of the hotel after breakfast and you transferred to the train station to board the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu. 

When you arrive, you will start the ascent to the ruins, which will without a doubt be one of your most unforgettable experiences. In Machu Picchu, your guide will show you the secrets of one of the Seven Modern Wonders of the World, and you will also have time to explore on your own, relax and take some impressive photos.

At the agreed upon hour, you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch. Later this afternoon board the return train in Aguas Calientes, to Ollantantaytambo, and transfer back to Cusco.

(*) Timetables are subject to confirm

Overnight: Casa Andina Premium Cusco (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

 

Day Six: Cusco: Free Day

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a free day at lesiure. There will be optional activies for you to explore. 

Overnight: Casa Andina Premium Cusco (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast 

 

Day Seven: Cusco - Lima - Departure

Check out of the hotel after breakfast. You are then transferred to the airport to check in then board the flight to Lima (airfare is extra).

On arrival at Lima airport, board your connecting flight home. 

Meals: Breakfast

 

*** End of our services***

 

Peru Registration

 

Your tour includes:

•           ·          All services as mentioned in the itinerary
•           ·          Local English speaking tour guide services during sightseeing only
•           ·          Accommodation at the hotels mentioned above or similar to include currently applicable taxes
•           ·          Meals per itinerary
•           ·          Transfers and sightseeing by standard private, air-conditioned vehicles.
•           ·          Drinking water and cold towels during sightseeing

 

Excludes:

•           ·          Airfare and taxes on international and domestic sectors
•           ·          Insurance
•           ·          Personal expenses like baggage porterage at airports/hotels, tips, gratuities, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
•           ·          Any item not mentioned above

 

**Times may vary according to traffic and weather

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