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PERU
MACHU PICCHU AND LAKE TITICACA 
• 8 days
 Lima - Lima • Tour Code: PERTIT |
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Day 01: LIMA
Transfer to the hotel. Afternoon historical and cultural visit to the city to know the main streets, squares and avenues of the historic center of Lima, capital of the viceroyalty. The tour begins at the Miraflores district, with a stop at Parque del Amor, where one can admire the spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Continuation to the Culture Center Huaca Pucllana, ceremonial and cultural center of Lima, for a sightseeing tour. Next, to Huaca Huallamarca, ancient pre-Inca temple situated close to the modernity of one of the most exclusive districts of Lima, San Isidro. Then to the Plaza de Armas, where is the Government Palace and City Hall. Entry in the cathedral, where lie the remains of the conqueror Francisco Pizarro. Walk by a few blocks to admire the Convent of San Francisco and its famous catacombs. Accommodation.
Day 02: LIMA - CUSCO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and departure to Cusco (flight not included). Reception and transfer to the hotel. Welcome meeting with an infusion of coca tea to help with acclimatization. Rest of the morning free to rest. Afternoon visit to the city of Cusco. The tour begins with the Church and the Plaza de San Cristobal, from where one can have a panoramic view of Cusco. Next, visit the district of San Blas, famous for its craftsmen and narrow streets. Walk from the main square down the narrow street Hatun Rumiyoc, where is located the palace of Inca Roca, currently the Archbishop's Palace. On the walls of the Inca palace we can observe a lion and a snake formed in the walls and invisible to the naked eye. See the famous stone of twelve angles, beautiful symbol of Inca architecture's perfection. Visit to the Plaza de Armas. Entry in the cathedral, which houses the finest colonial relics and paintings. Next, visit to the Korikancha, Temple of the Sun God, and finally, visit the market of San Pedro, where one can observe the different products of the area. Accommodation.
Day 03: CUSCO - Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman
Morning visit to the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman. The fortress of Sacsayhuaman is a beautiful place that radiates peace and tranquility. Admire the huge stones up to 4 meters high that were used in its construction. Then up to Tambomachay, where are the sacred sources of life and health, and continuation to Puca Pucara, sentinel that guards the entrance to the city. Take a trip to Q'enqo, ancient temple of Puma, where visitors can enjoy the altar of sacrifice, in the internal part of a huge rock. Return to Cusco and free afternoon. Accommodation.
Day 04: CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
Breakfast and transfer to the train station. Departure for the town of Aguas Calientes, located at the base of the mountain where is located the Sacred Citadel of the Incas 'Machu Picchu'. Trip up by bus to the ruins with a spectacular view of the canyon formed by the Urubamba River. Entry in the citadel to enjoy its terraces, stairways, ceremonial centers, the sundial or 'Intihuatana', and other sacred places. Breakfast. Departure by train to return to Cusco. Accommodation.
Day 05: CUSCO - PUNO
Breakfast and transfer to the train station to board the Andean Explorer bound for the city of Puno. This train uses one of the more remote routes in the world crossing the Andes at its highest point, 4319m, in a place called La Raya, where a stop is made. On the way, beautiful Andean landscapes and the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Chimboya, the source of the Vilcanota river, which a few kilometers up north becomes the roaring waters that flows through the jungles of Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. Lunch on board. Arrival in Puno and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Day 06: PUNO
Morning tour of the Sacred Lake Titicaca, to visit the floating Uros Islands. The Uros were an ancient people that fled the Incas and the Spaniards and took refuge on the waters of Titicaca. Continuation to the island of Taquile, where one can enjoy the ancient customs of its people who welcome us with their typical clothes. Lunch and then again boarding to return to Puno. Accommodation.
Day 07: PUNO - LIMA
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and departure to Lima (flight not included). Reception and transfer to the hotel in Lima. Accommodation.
Day 08: LIMA
Transfer to the airport at appropriate time. |
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| Rates include: |
> 7 nights accommodation with breakfast
> Train Cusco-Aguas Calientes-Cusco and Cusco-Puno
> 3 lunches
> Transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
> Insurance MIC |
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| Hotels and rates in US$ per person: |
Economy class
DBL from
TPL from
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1205
1173
1436 |
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Superior Tourist class
DBL from
TPL from
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1324
1267
1686 |
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First class
DBL from
TPL from
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1406
1364
1888 |
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Luxury class
DBL from
TPL from
SGL from |
1753
1740
2548 |
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