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Peru is a country of natural beauty and mystery. In this tour you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the flora and fauna of the Coast and Andes, as well as the mystery of Pre-Colombian constructions. Who made the Nazca lines and why? How did the Incas build cities on top of the mountains using precisely hand-carved stone blocks and how did they get them to the site?

TRIP STYLE

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

Day 1: Lima City Tour

• On arrival, you will be transferred to the luxurious Park Plaza Hotel, which boasts panoramic views of the Pacific; or the tranquil, boutique hotel Second Home.
• In the afternoon you will take a private city tour to experience a cosmopolitan city that reflects manifold traditions, stories, colors and sounds. People from all over Peru have migrated to Lima over the years, creating a unique culture that spills out onto the lively streets where surprises are the norm!
• Afterwards, you will get the chance to continue your exploration on your own, relax at one of the local bars or restaurants, or sleep the night away in your hotel!

Day 2: Transfer to Ica

• You will take a luxury bus from Lima to Ica or nearby Huacachina.
• Once here, you can enjoy some sun and sand-filled leisure time before checking in at the emblematic Hotel Las Dunas, where you will get the chance to rest and enjoy the first class service, facilities and food.
• You will spend the night in Ica.

Day 3: Ballestas Islands/ Nazca

• After breakfast you will be transferred to Paracas Bay and take a short boat trip to the Ballestas Islands.
• As you sail away from the coast, sea lions and other wildlife endemic to the region will surround you. There you will see the mysterious Candelabra hieroglyph, unique species of birds, and much more.
• You can have lunch in the oasis town of Huacachina before taking a bus to Nazca in the afternoon to the luxurious Cantayo hotel, a real natural refuge which offers all sorts of exciting activities: horse riding, sandboard, swimming and even Yoga!

Day 4: Nazca Tour

• Fly over the Nazca lines and see the enormous figures in the sand - the spider, the monkey, the bird. These enormous shapes have been a source of mystery for all visitors, and continue to be, even for the locals.
• Luxury bus transfer to Arequipa.

Day 5: Arrival in Arequipa / City Tour

• You will be picked up at the bus terminal upon arrival and taken to the beautiful, colonial-style Hotel Libertador - one of Peru’s most renowned hotels; or to the Sonesta Suite right in the center of the city, offering an ample view of the beautiful Plaza.
• You are advised to rest for a while to acclimatize to the altitude, before you begin your journey.
• In the afternoon you will be taken on a city tour. Be sure to check out the numerous artisan shops, and take a break from the sunshine in one of the many churches. You will also get the opportunity to try the delicious local cuisine, which blends the European Mediterranean tradition with the local products and traditions of the Andean region.
• This evening, you will return to your hotel to rest - although you may well want to explore the city some more!

Day 6: Colca Canyon / Colca Lodge Overnight

• You will set out early to spend as much time as possible in the majestic Peruvian highlands. On the journey you will not only see amazing panoramas but also typical Andean villages and animals - llamas, alpacas and vicuñas- whose wool is used to make the finest of textiles.
• Your base for the visit is the beautiful Colca Lodge, right in the heart of the Colca Valley, surrounded by ancestral farming terraces. The lodge combines a rustic style of Incan architecture with opportunities for total comfort and relaxation.

Day 7: Colca Canyon / Return to Arequipa

• This morning you will be taken to the "Cruz del Condor" lookout point to witness the astounding sight of condors circling upwards on the early morning thermals: they should glide past close enough for you to appreciate their massive dimensions.
• After further exploration of the Colca Canyon area, you will return to your hotel in Arequipa - the ‘White City’.

Day 8: Arrive in Cuzco/ Transfer to Sacred Valley

• You will be received at the Cuzco airport and taken to the legendary Sacred Valley, the source of agricultural products for the city of Cuzco since Inca times. There, you will check into either the beautiful Sol y Luna hotel or the Kuychi Rumi lodge.
• After settling in, you may wish just to relax in the hotel, acclimating to the altitude while enjoying the majestic scenery, dominated by the imposing peaks of the Vilcanota mountain range.
• If you have the energy, the local town is well worth exploring with the likelihood of hearing the language of the Incas, Quechua, being spoken as you wander around.
• Tonight, you can try some of the culinary specialties of the region before a peaceful night’s rest.

Day 9: Sacred Valley Tour

• After breakfast, you will be taken on a private tour through the Sacred Valley of the Incas to see their awe-inspiring stone structures, which echo the past to this day. These remain important archeological sites for researchers, and still circumvent the lands used by the locals for agriculture.
• You will visit the impressive ruin of Ollantaytambo and have the opportunity to visit a local artisan market in Pisac to enjoy the beautiful handicrafts on sale and observe the traditional dress worn by many, not just for tourists, but as part of the cultural heritage of the local people.
• Before returning to your hotel in the late afternoon you will have the opportunity to eat typical Andean food in a local restaurant.

Day 10: Train to Machu Picchu/ Machu Picchu Tour

• Today, after breakfast, you will take the train to Machu Picchu, where you will witness first-hand the majestic ruins of the Inca citadel. After passing through the main entrance to the ruins you come across the numerous buildings with intricate designs and very complex stone masonry.
• Climbing up a stone pathway, you reach a building called the Watchman's Hut with a wonderfully impressive view over the ruins and Huayna Picchu towering behind it.
• At the far end of the ruins, close to Huayna Picchu, is the Sacred Rock. From the Royal Sector you can look straight towards the principle baths and the Temple of the Sun. From overwhelmingly crafted terraces to artistically constructed temples and buildings, the list goes on and on.
• Later, you will descend to the local town of Aguas Calientes, where your hotel for the night is the luxurious El Pueblo Lodge, beautifully built in harmony with the high rainforest of the area.

Day 11: Free Day/ Train to Cuzco

• Wake up early or sleep the morning away! Today you will get the opportunity to rest and visit the local town of Aguas Calientes or ascend once more to the ruins to explore some more.
• For the adventurous, a climb up the iconic mountain of Huayna Picchu is a must as it soars above the surrounding landscape giving way to views of the expansive Andes.
• In the afternoon, you will ride the train back to the city of Cuzco in first-class, which affords extra comfort, good food and even a fashion show!
• Once back in Cuzco, you will stay at either the world-renowned Monasterio hotel (deluxe) or the beautiful Novotel Colonial (boutique).

Day 12: Cuzco City & Ruins Tour

• Today you finally get the chance to explore the magical city of Cuzco and its environs, where many wonders await.
• This afternoon, you will tour the city and visit some of the nearby sites: the baroquely-inspired Cathedral symbolizing the explosion of Christianity into the Andean world; the dense and colorful local market; and the many delicious restaurants and bars enjoyed by locals and visitors alike!
• In the afternoon, you will visit the jaw-dropping ruins of Sacsayhuaman, where gigantic structures of rock were conjoined in perfect symmetry. This ruin is an imposing example of Incan military architecture – a fortress built from massive slabs of granite to safeguard the city from possible attacks by the Antis, an invading force from the East.
• At Tambo Machay, you will be able to decide for yourself the original purpose of this structure: theories include a resting place for the Inca, a hunting ground, or the site of a water cult. The ruins consist of a number of fountains and a large ceremonial stone bath known as the Bath of the Inca.

Day 13: Cuzco Shopping Tour

• Today you will visit the many artisan stands where amazingly skilled craftsmen knit beautiful textiles and give shape to pottery, carvings, jewelry and more.
• At night, you have the option of enjoying Cuzco’s wild nightlife, or making the most of your distinctive hotel and its facilities.

Day 14: Transfer Out

• Private transfer to Cuzco airport so that you can return home or continue to discover and explore Peru.

• 2 nights in Arequipa, 1 night in Colca Canyon, 2 nights in Sacred Valley, 1 night in Machu Picchu, 3 nights in Cuzco, 2 nights in Puno
• First-class roundtrip train Cuzco- Machu Picchu
• All tours in private stated in the itinerary
• Guided visits with private English speaking tour guides
• All private transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts
• First class accommodations based on U.S. standards

Extra day(s)

Hotels - Lima | Hotels - Nazca | Hotels - Colca Canyon
Hotels - Arequipa | Hotels - Machu Picchu

Av. Malecón de la Reserva 1035 Miraflores.

Located in the heart of Miraflores, this luxurious hotel offers 81 suites. Ample private bathrooms in marble and granite, comfortable king-size beds, air conditioning and heating system - as well as a splendid ocean view.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Room Service, Internet, Gym, Babysitter, Swimming Pool, Spa, Laundry Service

Calle Domeyer 366, Barranco

Second Home Peru is not your typical 4 star hotel. It is instead a classy boutique hotel that embodies the spirit of Peruvian culture combines with the tranquility of the Pacific. This majestic guesthouse with five bedrooms/baths, some with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, is nestled conveniently in the heart of Barranco, Lima’s arts district. Once home to the Peruvian Sculptor Victor Delfin (one of Delfin’s most famous works was to design the Love Park overlooking the ocean in Miraflores- seen on the Lima city tour), to enter Second Home Peru is to enter an artist’s imaginative world, replete with creative works. You do not need to search far to find the seedlings of inspiration; they abound in the gardens, terraces, and ocean views of this historic Tudor mansion. Explore, relax, and sow your own creative seeds at Second Home Peru.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Internet, Laundry Service

Carretera Panamericana Sur, desvio Puquio kms 3-4.

Conveniently situated in the desert near the ancient Cantalloc Aqueduct, mysterious ‘Nasca Lines’, and breathtaking Cerro Blanco, the Hotel Cantayo Spa & Resort is truly an oasis. With breathtaking mountain views, a large swimming pool, a luxurious spa, widespread gardens and spacious rooms that feature Balinese and Tibetan décor, the resort provides a tranquil atmosphere with its rustic style. A special treat, the hotel's restaurant is the finest in Nasca and serves many indigenous fruits and cultivated within its confines: table grapes, mangoes, avocados, black figs, pomegranates, apples, pears, guanabanas, bananas, cherimoya, and lucuma.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Parking, Babysitter, Swimming Pool, Spa

Carretera Panamericana Sur Km 452, Majoro, Nazca.

This rustic old hacienda features simple rooms around courtyards and tranquil, extensive gardens full of bougainvillea. Its new owners made a much-needed investment in 2005, and life has been restored into the hotel, though it retains the feel of an elegant and enchanting country house. The common areas have been completely transformed and are now warm and inviting. All accommodations are spacious, clean, and charming.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Swimming Pool

Parque Curiña s/n, Yanque - Caylloma - Arequipa

Las Casitas del Colca is perfectly situated amidst the heart of the Colca Valley, creating an oasis of peace and tranquility for travelers. Consisting of luxurious and fully-equipped private villas, this hotel provides its guests with the pristine comfort and service that is characteristic of Orient-Express Hotels. Las Casitas del Colca Hotel is perfect for travelers wishing to relax in the full luxury and privacy that only a 5-star establishment can provide.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Parking, swimming pool, internet, laundry, restaurant, room service, spa, Petting zoo, Golf cart, Chapel, Library

Fundo Puye S/N, Yanque - Caylloma - Arequipa

Affiliated with the renowned Hotel Libertador Chain and located on the banks of the Colca River in the heart of the Colca Valley, Colca Lodge is a cozy, eco-friendly hotel architecturally inspired by the Incas. Each room offers an outdoor terrace with stunning views of the surroundings. A spacious common room with a fireplace and a charming bar allow for ultimate relaxation. In addition to its tranquil atmosphere, the lodge boasts personalized service promising a memorable experience.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Spa, Babysitter

Plaza Bolívar

Hotel Libertador is located in 'Selva Alegre', this city's largest park with a striking view of the Misti Volcano. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the 5-star hotel has a modern infrastructure with vast and elegant rooms. The luxury hotel provides an array of services and amenities including a restaurant, bar, gym, pool, conference rooms, and gift shop.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Gym, Gift Shop, Parking, Swimming Pool

Calle Ugarte 403

This Casa Andina Private Collection hotel maintains the highest standards of service and quality, overseeing every delicate detail. Just 3 blocks from Arequipa’s Main Square, this hotel is housed in a beautiful colonial building, formerly the Mint House and now a national historic monument. Two colonial-style courtyards are found at the heart of the building which also holds a small mint museum, a bar and gourmet restaurant serving exquisite “Novoandina” cuisine.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Internet, Gift Shop

Avenida Lima 409.

This outstanding inn is something that's very unusual in Peru, akin to a European boutique hotel; it is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the country - for a bargain price. In a beautifully restored 1950s mansion in the quiet Vallecito residential district of Arequipa, just a short walk or cab ride from the main Plaza, it features elegantly designed guest rooms, with nicely chosen antiques and very comfortable beds. Fresh flowers are placed in every room and throughout the house. The excellent bathrooms, several with tubs, are of gleaming marble. The breakfast buffet and personal attention is first class.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Internet

Portal de Flores 116, Arequipa

Spanish colonial-style hotel located along the Main Square's arched passageways and next to the beautiful Cathedral. It is just steps away from the city's shopping and financial area. The hotel's ideal location allows easy access to Arequipa's main attractions, such as the Monastery of "Santa Catalina," the Museum of "Dama de Ampato" (Juanita's mummy) and other exciting points of interest.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Parking, Swimming Pool

km 110 Via Ferrea, Aguas Calientes

The Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is a naturalist’s haven conveniently nestled in the verdant Andean cloud forest: the perfect place to catch a glimpse of the astonishing flora and fauna of the region. The eco-friendly hotel resembles an Andean village and is comprised of charming white-washed cottages that are decorated with modern indigenous art as well as authentic pre-Columbian artifacts. With a commitment to indulging the whims of its guests, the luxury hotel combines nature with comfort.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service, Internet, Parking

Puente Ruinas Mz. 4 - Aguas Calientes

"Set right along the RíoRío Vilcanota, just steps from where you catch the bus up to Machu Picchu, this five-story yellow block with balconies overlooking the river looks more like an apartment building than a hotel. At any rate, the hotel is comfortable enough; rooms are clean and pretty spacious, if generic, and most have river views." Frommers.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant, Laundry Service, Room Service

Hotels - Lima | Hotels - Nazca | Hotels - Colca Canyon
Hotels - Arequipa | Hotels - Machu Picchu