PE1 Classic Peru Tour

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The sight of Peruvian villagers going about their daily business amid their mud-brick houses that stand in the foreground of the mighty peak of Salkantay is a sight that is perfect material to fill the many pages of our photo-albums once we have arrived back home. The image of the clustered ruins of Machu Picchu enveloped by the lush green grass that grows hi...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Larco Museum, Lima
    • Explore Urubamba, "Sacred Valley of the Incas"
    • Opportunity to visit Mysterious Machu Picchu-a must see
    • Experience Scenic 'Vistadome' train to Cuzco
    • Enjoy beautiful, ancient Cuzco

What's this trip about?

    The sight of Peruvian villagers going about their daily business amid their mud-brick houses that stand in the foreground of the mighty peak of Salkantay is a sight that is perfect material to fill the many pages of our photo-albums once we have arrived back home. The image of the clustered ruins of Machu Picchu enveloped by the lush green grass that grows high on the slopes of the Andes will definitely provide a photograph rich in colour. While in the capital city of Lima, take the time to inspect the winding streets lined with many wooden balconies brimming with flowers and let this picture soak into our memory. The Cuzco area provides imagery that is something truly worthy of wonder, but it also contains antiquity that teaches us more about the country's vibrant past. The Sacsayhuaman's massive stature shows us the power and influence of the ancient civilisations of this glorious land.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 21 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLima, Peru
End CityLima, Peru

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Peru

Attractions

  • Cusco
  • Inca Trail
  • Lima
  • Machu Picchu
  • Ollantaytambo
  • Sacred Valley
  • Urubamba

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Breakfast and dinner daily (hotels and local restaurants).
    • All transport
    • Sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as 'visited' in the detailed itinerary.
    • Gratuities for local guides, drivers, restaurant staff, porters.
    • Airport transfers for land & air customers arriving / departing on tour dates.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Lima

Meal: Dinner

Today we arrive in Lima, Peru.

In recent years, this city has undergone some wonderful restorations of the plazas, ornate facades, and wooden balconies for which it is famous. Named the 'City of Kings' by the Spanish Conquistadors, Lima is t...

Day 2: Lima: City Tour

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight in Lima (Miraflores).

This morning we start our tour with a visit to San Francisco's Church to visit the extensive catacombs that lie underneath. We then continue to the Plaza de Armas, the most important plaza in Lim...

Day 3 Lima: Cuzco - Urubamba Valley - Ollantaytambo - Yucay

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight in Yucay.

Early this morning we fly to Cuzco, located in a fertile valley at 3354 m (11,004 feet). This is the archaeological capital of the Americas and the ancient capital of the Inca Empire that, at its height, str...

Day 4: Yucay - Machu Picchu Area

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight at Agua Calientes (near Machu Picchu).

Today we take the early morning train from Urubamba to Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes; the scenery is...

Day 5: Machu Picchu Area – Cuzco

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight in Cuzco.

A large part of the beauty of Machu Picchu is created by its setting on a mountain top surrounded by deep valleys. By staying for a second day to visit Machu Picchu, rather than visiting as a day trip from C...

Day 6: Cuzco Area

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight in Cuzco.

This morning we visit some of the most important Inca sites in the Cuzco area.

Sacsayhuaman is an impressive complex which, like so many others of that time, had both a religious and military purpose....

Day 7: Cuzco - Pisac – Cuzco

Meal: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight in Cuzco.

This morning we visit the ruins at Tambo Machay, Puca Pucara and Qenko. The latter is an Inca sacrificial site carved with inscriptions.

We continue to Pisac with its lively market where you will enco...

Day 8: Cuzco - Lima – Departure

Meal: Breakfast

Today we fly from Cuzco to Lima; departure from Lima.

Land Only Clients:
In order to provide adequate connection time, please ensure that your return flight home from Lima does NOT depart earlier than 9:00 p.m.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,280
Price per day$410
Single supplement (single occupancy)$300
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Since 1987, industry-leader Adventures Abroad has been exceeding the expectations of travellers across the globe with its unrivalled small group tour experiences. As our professional and enthusiastic Tour Leaders tread extraordinary paths through different countries and cultures, we invite you to join in on the journey of discovery and exploration. Whether you are looking for a family holiday, an active adventure or a cultural journey, Adventures Abroad should be your first destination.

Small Group: Our groups comprise no more than 21 participants plus an Adventures Abroad Tour Leader. With Adventures Abroad you can do more and see more at an easier pace, enjoy the peace and quiet of that special place you've always dreamed of, and actually hear the local guide! As food always plays an important role in the local cultural experience, we avoid large hotel buffets in favour of smaller, local restaurants.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Tour Leader gratuity
    • Lunches and drinks
    • Personal items (phone, laundry, etc)
    • Departure taxes
    • Domestic and international air taxes (if applicable).
    • Airport transfers for Land Only customers.
    • Optional trip cancellation insurance.
    • Our post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on optional meal costs
    • Shopping, and locally paid departure taxes.

Accommodation

,Well-located, heated / air-conditioned, mid-range (3 star) hotels with en suite toilet and bath throughout (probably shower only). Single rooms are limited and likely smaller than doubles. Porter service is usually available though you should be independent with your luggage, especially at airports and train stations.
Cancellation policy

Should you need to cancel your trip, you must notify us in writing, by letter, e-mail, or by fax immediately. Deposits are non-refundable, though if you cancel more than 90 days prior to tour departure date, the deposit is transferable to any other tour taken within 12 months of the original tour start date, minus a per person transfer fee (some tours have a 100% non refundable/ non transferable deposit; you will be informed of this at the time of booking). Less than 90 days prior to departure, all monies paid are 100% non-refundable, non transferable. Name changes are not permitted. Insurable risks may be covered under trip cancellation insurance policies, if purchased. We will not grant partial refunds for any unused trip arrangements—voluntarily missed meals, sightseeing, transport, etc—after the trip has commenced, or any refunds to trip members who do not complete any portion of the itinerary for whatever reason. All air tickets are non-refundable and valid only for the flight(s) indicated. We may cancel departures if forced to do so by circumstances such as war, civil or political unrest or what is commonly referred to as force majeure. In these instances we will refund all passengers in full if cancellation takes place more than 60 days prior to tour start date. If cancellation occurs within the 60 day period, we will offer to postpone your trip to another departure of the same tour code within 12 months of the original tour start date; or, if circumstances do not permit, an alternative will be offered at that time. We will not be responsible for costs associated with re-issuance or extension of visas, airline change fees, or for any compensation. We strongly recommend that all travellers purchase trip cancellation insurance, either through Adventures Abroad or elsewhere, as this may provide coverage under such circumstances. If we cancel your tour due to insufficient enrolment, we will endeavour to find an alternative tour for you. If this is not acceptable, all monies paid will be refunded in full and will constitute full settlement. We will not be responsible for any expenses incurred, such as visas, vaccinations, independently purchase airfare, or any compensation. Notice of cancellation due to insufficient enrolment in any program will be given approximately 60 days prior to departure.

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Meals Included

8 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
6 years and up
Additional Information

Seasonality And Weather

This tour is offered throughout the year. The cool and dry season runs from May to October; outside this time you will encounter warmer but perhaps rainy / misty conditions in the mountains. Serious heat / humidity are only a consideration in Lima.

Transport And Travel Conditions

Road transport by private air-conditioned motor coach, 24-36 seats depending on ultimate group size (see 'group size'). Numerous walking tours on uneven surfaces. Most of this tour occurs at high altitude and, though our itinerary spends a night at Yucay before climbing higher to Cuzco, some people are affected-check with your doctor. Scenic VISTADOME train from Aguas Calientes to Cuzco. Internal flight via scheduled local carrier.

Staff And Support

Tour Leader, driver/s, and local step on guides.

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