Following the Incan Paths
5 days/4 nights
$809
P/P Double Occupancy
In this short trip you’ll experience the highlights of the Inca wonders surrounding Cusco and the Sacred Valley, including Pisac, Ollantaytambo and of course Macchu Picchu. Truly a wonderful experience for those interested in this fascinating ancient culture!
Day 01 Arrival to Lima
At arrival to Lima, you will be transferred to the hotel. Resting on the Peruvian coastline, Lima is the country’s largest city with nearly ten million people. Declared a World Heritage Site, downtown Lima is filled with many historic, colonial buildings, such as the famous Cathedral of Lima and the Presidential Palace. Visitors will fall in love with the diverse cuisine served in the city’s countless restaurants, including the ever popular exquisite local seafood! Lodging at the Leon de Oro Hotel in Lima
Day 02 Lima / Cusco (B)
Transfer to the airport. At arrival to Cusco, you will be transferred to the hotel. Afterwards, enjoy a tour to Cusco, the city constructed on the foundations of Inca palaces. We will start at "Koricancha" or the Temple of the Sun, then pass on to the "Plaza de Armas", where we will enter the Cathedral with its fine wooden sculptures, altars and its paintings. Afterwards we'll leave the city to visit Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Temple of Kenko, the ruins of Puka-Pukara and Tambomachay. Lodging at the Muñay Wasi Hotel in Cusco
Day 03 Cusco / Sacred Valley / Cusco (B, L)
Enjoy a full day excursion that will take you to the “Sacred Valley of the Incas’, passing Pisac, with its typical market (only Tue, Thu and Sun) and picturesque cultivated terraces in the mountain slopes. Pisac is also famous for its fairs. Lunch is included. Then, continue up the Urubamba valley and visit the Fortress of Ollantaytambo. Lodging at the Muñay Wasi Hotel in Cusco
Day 04 Cusco / Machu Picchu / Cusco (B, L)
Transfer from the hotel to the Train Station. A once in a lifetime experience awaits you, on one of the most scenic and interesting train journeys in the world! The picturesque journey along the Urubamba River takes you to the legendary city of the Incas: Machu Picchu, the most famous and impressive Incan site. Divided into three districts; this site was intricately built using impressive, ancient techniques. Upon arrival to the lost city, enjoy a guided tour to the ruins. Lunch is included in a local restaurant. Then, return to Cusco by train. Lodging at the Muñay Wasi Hotel in Cusco
Day 05 Cusco / Lima / Departure (B)
Transfer to the airport. Arrive to Lima in time to connect with your international flight.
Prices Include
- Transfers and excursions indicated in the program with local English speaking guide
- Daily breakfast and meals indicated in the program
- Accommodations at the above mentioned hotels or similar
- Vista dome train to Machu Picchu (RT)
- BTG (Cusco Tax)
Prices Do Not Include
- Air tickets (domestic or international)
- Airport taxes
- Tips to porters at airports and at hotels, drivers nor guides
- Extras
Notes
- Rates are per person - double occupancy
- Shared excursions are with groups of maximum 20 passengers, and provided just in English or Spanish. Only some services would be provided on a shared basis (others will be private). If you only want private tours/transfers, please ask for prices!
- Private Tours can be operated in English, German, Italian or French
- Half Day City tour and 04 nearby ruins departs daily at 14:00 hrs EXCEPT on Sundays
- Prices are per person in double occupancy, in US$, and are valid January 5 to November 30 2009
- For parties larger than 2 people, please ask for special prices!
- It is possible to upgrade hotels. Please ask for prices!
- Rates are subject to change
