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Classic Peru

14 days
From Lima to Cusco
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Lima

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Lima Executive), Hotel (Jose Antonio Lima Executive (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Walking along coastal paths to Miraflores
    • Explore Barranco district
    • Visit Larco Museum for introduction to Peru's ancient history
    • Try local ceviche and Pisco sours
    Landmarks
    Larco Museum
    Miraflores
    Barranco
  2. Day 2

    Lima to Arequipa

    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casona Plaza Colonial), Hotel (La Maison d'Elise (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Lunch
    Landmarks
    El Misti volcano
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  3. Day 3

    Arequipa

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casona Plaza Colonial), Hotel (La Maison d'Elise (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Santa Catalina Convent

    Optional Activities

    • Visit MUSA - Andean Sanctuaries Museum
    • Explore ornate churches and plazas
    • Watch sunset from rooftop bar with Pisco sour
    Landmarks
    Santa Catalina Convent
    MUSA - Andean Sanctuaries Museum
    Arequipa Cathedral
  4. Day 4

    Arequipa to Chivay

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casona Plaza Ecolodge), Hotel (Casona Plaza Ecolodge (or similar))
    Landmarks
    Colca Canyon
  5. Day 5

    Chivay to Puno

    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel - Puno), Hotel (Hotel Jose Antonio Puno (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Colca Canyon and Cruz del Condor viewpoint
    • Lunch
    Landmarks
    Colca Canyon
    Cruz del Condor
    Lake Titicaca
    Patapampa Pass
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  6. Day 6

    Puno to Taquile Island

    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Taquile Guesthouse), Guesthouse (Taquile Guesthouse (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Boat trip to Uros floating reed islands
    • Visit Taquile Island

    Optional Activities

    • Evening walk on Taquile Island
    Landmarks
    Uros floating reed islands
    Taquile Island
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  7. Day 7

    Taquile Island

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel - Puno), Hotel (Hotel Jose Antonio Puno (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Walk up to Inca ruins
    • Visit market for locally-made embroidery
    • Stroll through Puno markets for wool items
    Landmarks
    Taquile Island
  8. Day 8

    Puno to Sacred Valley

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Tikawasi Valley), Hotel (Hotel Tikawasi Valley (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Inca temple at Raqchi
    • Stop at Andahuaylillas
    Landmarks
    La Raya Pass
    Raqchi Inca Temple
    Andahuaylillas
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  9. Day 9

    Sacred Valley

    Meals
    Dinner (Andean meal with Misminay community prepared from local supplies)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Tikawasi Valley), Hotel (Hotel Tikawasi Valley (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Andean meal with Misminay community
    • Stargazing experience and Inca cosmology stories

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking on Piuray Lagoon
    • Stand-up paddleboarding on Piuray Lagoon
    • Tour to Maras and Moray
    • Visit Maras salt mines
    • 45-minute descent to Pichingoto
    • Craft beer brewery visit and tasting
    Landmarks
    Piuray Lagoon
    Moray
    Maras salt mines
    Pichingoto
    Misminay community
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  10. Day 10

    Cusco to Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (El Mapi Hotel), Hotel (El Mapi Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Train journey along the Rio Urubamba to Aguas Calientes
    • Visit to Machu Picchu ancient site
    • Bus transfer to Machu Picchu

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in natural hot springs in Aguas Calientes (US$4)
    • Huayna Picchu guided hike (£80 including transport; subject to availability; must be pre-paid at time of booking, non-refundable)
    • Machu Picchu Mountain guided hike (£80 including transport; subject to availability; must be pre-paid at time of booking, non-refundable)
    • Second entry to Machu Picchu (US$54; subject to availability)
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Rio Urubamba
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  11. Day 11

    Aguas Calientes to Cusco

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco), Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Train from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

    Optional Activities

    • Revisit Machu Picchu site (unguided) - Second entry US$54 and subject to availability
    • Explore upper terraces circuit at Machu Picchu
    • Explore lower royal circuits at Machu Picchu
    • Climb Machu Picchu Mountain - £80 including transport - Subject to availability - must be pre-paid at time of booking and is non-refundable
    • Climb Huayna Picchu - £80 including transport - Subject to availability - must be pre-paid at time of booking and is non-refundable
    • Relax in Aguas Calientes and explore the local market and cafes
    • Bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco - US$25 return
    Landmarks
    Machu Picchu
    Huayna Picchu
    Machu Picchu Mountain
    Aguas Calientes
  12. Day 12

    Cusco

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco), Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Cusco including Sacsayhuaman, San Cristobal, San Blas, Plaza de Armas, Qoricancha, and Mercado de Wanchaq
    • Peruvian coffee at Three Monkeys Coffee shop
    Landmarks
    Sacsayhuaman
    San Cristobal
    Sapantiana aqueduct
    San Blas
    Plaza de Armas
    Qoricancha
    Mercado de Wanchaq
  13. Day 13

    Cusco

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco), Hotel (Jose Antonio Hotel -Cusco (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Rainbow Mountain hike
    Landmarks
    Rainbow Mountain
  14. Day 14

    Cusco

    Meals
    Breakfast
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    June 27th, 2023
    5
    The highlight was visiting Taquile Island - the boat trip on Titicaca was calm and beautiful. We hiked to watch the...
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    June 29th, 2023
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    Lake Titicaca was beautiful - we were lucky with the weather. The parades around Cusco were fab + all the Inti...
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    September 19th, 2023
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    Spending time with the local families. The day at Machu Picchu.
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    September 23rd, 2023
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    Machu Picchu was the reason for booking the trip, and was amazing. Taquille island was a huge highlight due to...
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    September 25th, 2023
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    The highlights are too numerous to mention here. Of course, the Matchu Pitchu, the floating island, Arrequippa as a...
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    September 25th, 2023
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    The visit to Machu Pichu was definitely a highlight, seeing an incredibly unique archaeological site with great views...
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    September 25th, 2023
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    The stay at Tequile island and the experience of the way that people live was a very pleasant experience. The visit...
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    October 5th, 2023
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    October 5th, 2023
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    1.Machu Picchu
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    November 7th, 2023
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    Arequipa, Colca Canyon, tour guide, Machu Picchu, rail journey.
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    Vicki

    Asked on August 20th, 2024

    can you please let me know what is included and not included in the tour?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten August 2024

      tours are sold as land only so they do not include flights in the package cost. Classic Peru tour includes 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner. In budgeting and packing section you can see the rough food prices in the region.

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    Asked on January 28th, 2024

    Is it easy enough to organise a plane back to Lima and accomodation?

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      We can indeed arrange a flight from Cusco to Lima when the trip has ended. We can arrange post tour accommodation in Cusco after the trip if you wish.

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    What kind of accommodation are in this trip? Are they safe, noise controlled, air condition, what starts they fall to etc.. What if there are bed bugs type of accommodation? What kind of transportation available for this trip?

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