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Itinerary:

 

DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Peru

Depart for Peru. Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Lima
 
DAY 2, Wednesday - Lima City Tour
This morning’s tour of Lima, with its 2000 years of history, begins at the colonial center of the city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its historic buildings surrounding the splendid Plaza Mayor. View the impressive Palace of the Archbishop with its fine carved balcony, the opulent Government Palace, official residence of the President, and the 16th century Cathedral of Lima whose first stone was laid by Pizarro. Continue to the 17th century Monasterio de San Francisco complex with its magnificent tiles, ornate carved ceilings, exceptional paintings and world-renowned library. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure or join the optional not-to-be missed tour to the Larco Herrera Museum, considered the best museum in Lima, housed in a restored 18th century mansion. Here, admire the world's largest collection of pre-Columbian masterpieces and a stunning exhibition of gold and priceless jewels. This afternoon, join your guide for a briefing about the wonderful tour that awaits you. Tonight, perhaps attend the optional Peruvian dinner featuring delicious local specialties along with a delightful musical performance or, try one of Lima's world-class restaurants known for its fusion cuisine
Optional: Half Day Larco Herrera Museum (PM)
Optional: Dinner & Show in Lima (PM)
Overnight: Lima
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 3, Thursday - Fly to Cuzco, Afternoon at Leisure
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cuzco is declared the Historical Capital by the Constitution of Peru and hosts nearly 1 million visitors every year. Time permitting, meet children at a local school before transferring to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure to explore on your own or participate in the optional Highlights of Cuzco tour that visits the Colonial Cathedral, Temple of the Sun, and the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman
Optional: Half Day Highlights of Cuzco (PM)
Overnight: Cuzco 
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 4, Friday - Discover Machu Picchu
Early this morning, transfer to the Sacred Valley's Ollanta Station and board the Inca Rail Executive Train for Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site arriving in the early afternoon. Also known as "The Lost City of the Incas", Machu Picchu was built circa 1450 and abandoned only 100 years later. The purpose of this splendid city is still a mystery to modern historians. Enjoy exploring the ancient citadel and marveling at its corridors, ceremonial centers, and terraces. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel
Optional: Upgrade to Vistadome Train available for $76 per person (AM)
Overnight: Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
DAY 5, Saturday - Return to Cuzco
This morning, enjoy a little time at leisure before departing Aguas Calientes for your return to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco, transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure
Overnight: Cuzco
Meals: Breakfast
 
DAY 6, Sunday - Fly to Lima, Farewell Dinner
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy one last evening with the group and say goodbye to your Tour Manager at the Farewell Dinner
Overnight: Lima 
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
 
DAY 7, Monday - Depart Peru
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight*
Meals: Breakfast
 
***End of Tour***
 
▲ Due to the high elevation, travel in the Peruvian highlands may cause some passengers to experience the temporary effects of altitude sickness. If you have any concerns about traveling to higher than your accustomed elevation, please consult your healthcare provider.
 
* Note: Some flights depart shortly after midnight in the very early morning of Monday.
 
 
Featured Hotels:
Jose Antonio Executive Hotel    Lima
Jose Antonio Hotel     Lima
Eco Inn Cuzco     Cuzco
El Mapi Hotel     Machu Picchu
LAND PACKAGE RATES:  from USD 1499 per person based on twin sharing  
 
Escorted Package Includes
  • All intra-flights: Lima-Cuzco & Cuzco-Lima
  • 6 nights accommodations
  • 3 nights Lima
  • 2 nights Cuzco
  • 1 night Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)
  • Hotel porterage
  • All transfers
  • 8 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern motor coach
  • Services of English-speaking tour manager
  • Services of English-speaking local guides
  • Entrance fees per itinerary
 
Special Features
  • City Tour of Lima with its 2000 years of history
  • Discover the astonishing ancient citadel of Machu Picchu via Inca Rail Executive Train

Excludes:

·         Airfare to Lima, Peru

·         Travel Insurance

·         Tips to driver & guide

  

Not Included:

Optional tours and gratuities.
  
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
 
Passport information for all passengers must be submitted before documents can be issued.
 
Zika Virus - Passengers are recommended to visit www.cdc.gov/zika/ for current information. CDC advises pregnant women to avoid travel to the countries visited in this itinerary.   
 
 
 

Note:  All rates are subject to change unless booked and finalized.

 

 

Tour Code:  tig-g1 

 

***pictures are courtesy of Panama Tourism Board***