Land of the Inca 2010
A 12-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $3,625
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Cities Visited: From the Colonial era treasures of Lima to the splendors of Machu Picchu, to the natural wonders of the Ballestas Islands, Peru is a land of thrilling contrasts. |
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Sightseeing Highlights
- Lima: Sightseeing includes views of the Plaza deArmas, the Government Palace, City Hall, the Archbishop''s Palace,the San Francisco Monastery.
- Sacred Valley: Visit one of the most beautifulareas in the world.
- Machu Picchu: Take the Vistadome Valley train tothe famous ancient Inca city.
- Ollantaytambo: Take a walking tour through thequaint village.
- Cuzco: Visit the Inca city and the center of theempire, Plaza de Armas (Altitude 11,444 feet).
- Lake Titicaca: Tour the Floating Islands of thenative Uros Indians. Travel to Taquile Island to meet the nativesrenowned for their hand-weaving techniques (Altitude 12,600 feet).
- Ica: Visit the Ica Archaeological Museum and flyover the Nazca Lines.
- Ballestas: Cruise to these beautiful islands.
Dining Highlights
- 11 Breakfasts
- 7 Lunches
- 1 Box Lunch
- 7 Dinners
- ''Be My Guest'' speciality lunch in Lima
- Farewell Dinner in Lima
- 13 additional meals on the Galapagos extension
First Class Travel Highlights
- All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airportsand hotels, including baggage handling at the airport
- Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath orshower as listed or similar
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; localhost on Galapagos extension
- Sightseeing program as indicated in itinerary, including admissioncharges, where applicable
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Portfolio of travel documents
NOTE: The altitude of Lake Titicaca is 12,600 feet and Cuzco is 11,444 feet.
Please note: You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to many South American countries.
Day 1 - Depart USA
Board your overnight flight. Depending on your flight schedule youmay arrive in Lima on Day 1 in the late evening. In this case, yourhotel room will be available for check-in.
Day 2 - Arrive in Lima, Peru
You will be met and transferred to your hotel where your room isready for check-in. Your Lima tour starts with a special "Be MyGuest" lunch at Casa Diez Canseco. Take a tour of the private homeof the Diez Canseco family, listening to stories of the Spanishconquerors and Peruvian Presidents from which the family descended.After a delicious three-course meal, continue on to see the PlazaMayor, with its Colonial era treasures - the Government Palace, theCathedral and the Archbishop''s Palace. Next to the magnificent 16thcentury San Francisco Monastery, whose cloisters are adorned withtiles from Seville. Return to your hotel, where your evening isfree. (Breakfast / Be My Guest lunch)Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores
Day 3 - Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley
Fly to Cuzco this morning to begin your adventure in the SacredValley. Head into the scenic countryside and stop at the market inPisac. There is time to bargain for Peruvian arts and crafts beforedriving across the Valley. This is one of the most beautiful areasfound anywhere in the world. At Ollantaytambo, a walking tourintroduces you to the quaint village. Just outside of town, admirethe ruins of a mighty Inca fortress. Later, travel to your hotel inYucay. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Hotel: Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay
Day 4 - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu
This morning, transfer to the train station for the VistadomeValley train journey to Machu Picchu. There is time to explore themagnificent ruins of the "Lost City of the Incas" on your own aftera guided walking tour with a local expert. Enjoy lunch beforemaking the short trip to your hotel in Aguas Calientes, at the footof spectacular Machu Picchu. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Hotel: Sumaq HotelOn the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can be taken.Your main suitcase will be transferred to Cuzco and stored.
Day 5 - Machu Picchu - Cuzco (2 nights)
Return to Machu Picchu with your local guide for last impressionsof this extraordinary monument. Hiking enthusiasts may want toclimb Wayna Picchu. The view from the top of the mountain isunforgettable! Later, travel by train and coach back to Cuzco,where the evening is free. (Breakfast / Lunch) Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Cuzco
Day 6 - Cuzco
Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend. With a history ofmore than 3,000 years, it is one of the oldest existing cities inthe Americas. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still beseen today. A morning city tour shows you the Plaza de Armas andthe impressive Cathedral. Then, visit the San Blas district, withits historic church and its wealth of arts and crafts. Also, visitseveral Inca ruins including the fortresses of Sacsayhuaman andTambomachay. The remainder of the day is free to continue exploringthe city the Inca called the "home of the gods" on your own. Dinnertonight is at a popular local restaurant complete with festivePeruvian folkloric music. (Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7 - Cuzco - Puno (2 nights)
A day of great scenery and history as you head to Lake Titicaca,the cradle of the Aymara civilization, the birthplace of the IncaEmpire and a sacred site to the Inca. Along the way, visit thecharming highland villages of Racchi, with its interesting andimportant archaeological complex, and Andahuaylillas, known for the7th century church, considered the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas"because of the beautiful works of art and wall murals. Your laststop is ancient Sillustani and its necropolis, where you can seethe intriguing "chullpas" or burial towers of the Colla people.This site pre-dates the Inca in Peru. End the day in Puno, foundedin 1668 and 12,600 feet above sea level. Tonight, relax at yourhotel, which overlooks Lake Titicaca. (Breakfast / Buffet lunch /Dinner) Hotel: Jose Antonio Puno
Day 8 - Lake Titicaca excursion
Set sail for a fascinating day on Lake Titicaca. Bordering Peru andBolivia, this is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world.First, visit one of the floating islands of the Uros. For hundredsof years the livelihood of this unique "water tribe" has been basedon the benefits of the totora reed. The reed is used to build theirhomes, boats, and the islands they live on. Call in on one of theirtraditional communities and learn of their intriguing lifestyle.Next, travel to Taquile Island and meet the Quechua-speakingnatives who are renowned for their hand-weaving techniques, an artdeveloped over the centuries. After lunch, return to Puno.(Breakfast / Lunch)
Day 9 - Puno - Lima - Ica (2 nights)
Depart from Puno this morning and fly to Lima. From here, coachalong the famous Pan American Highway, dotted with villages andvistas of the blue Pacific. Arrive in sunny Ica, founded in 1563,and where some of the best "Pisco," the local wine, is made.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Hotel: Hotel Las Dunas - Sun Resort
Day 10 - Ica - Nazca Lines flight
Start the day with a highlight: board your aircraft for the flightover the mysterious Nazca Lines a series of drawings of animals andgeometric figures etched into the parched soil thousands of yearsago, some up to 1,000 feet long. The drawings include the"Spaceman," the "Monkey" and the "Condor." After this breathtakingexperience, enjoy lunch, then on to visit the Hacienda El Catador.Here, see how Pisco is distilled. There is a chance to taste it andperhaps buy a bottle or two to bring home with you. Finally, visitthe Ica Archaeological Museum with its collection of Nazca Indianartifacts. Later, relish dinner at the hotel. (Breakfast / Lunch /Dinner)
Day 11 - Ica - Ballestas excursion - Lima
Board a motorboat and cruise to the Ballestas Islands, which areinhabited by a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds,including sea lions, boobies, and Humboldt penguins. The bay''sbeautiful red and white flamingos supposedly inspired General SanMartin to design the independence flag for Peru. The hugeCandelabro, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside,can also be seen as you cruise back to shore. Leave Ica, stoppingfor lunch at a favorite restaurant. Later, savor a Farewell Dinnerin Lima. (Breakfast / Lunch / Farewell dinner)Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores
Day 12 - Depart Lima - USA
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)Depending on your homebound destination and connection, someguests will transfer to Lima airport in the late evening of Day 11for an overnight flight back to the USA. Arrival in the USA will bethe early morning of Day 12.
Please note:
You may require a visa or be subject to an entrance fee to manySouth American countries.
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8/4/2010 - 8/15/2010 |
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9/15/2010 - 9/26/2010 |
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11/17/2010 - 11/28/2010 |
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12/29/2010 - 1/9/2011 |
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1/19/2011 - 1/30/2011 |
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2/9/2011 - 2/20/2011 |
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2/23/2011 - 3/6/2011 |
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3/16/2011 - 3/27/2011 |
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4/6/2011 - 4/17/2011 |
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5/4/2011 - 5/15/2011 |
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Airfare Disclaimer Documents |
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- Lima
- Sacred Valley
- Ollantaytambo
- Machu Picchu
- Cuzco
- Lake Titicaca
- Taquile Island
- Ica
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