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Essential Peru


Duration:

12 days
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£837
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Day 1:

fly from Lima to Arequipa for afternoon city tour.

Day 2:

drive across Pampa Canahuas within the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, for two-day overland trip to the Colca Valley.

Day 3:

early departure to Cruz del Condor to view these magnificent birds in flight. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 4:

take a 7-hour bus ride to Puno for an adventure at Lake Titicaca.

Day 5:

full day boat excursion on the lake visiting the unique Uros floating islands. Continue to Taquile Island home to the Aymara tribe.

Day 6:

drive to Cusco passing herds of llamas and alpacas and through little villages. Visit Pucara fortress and the Temple of Raqchi and Andahuaylillas, a picturesque colonial village. (Optional train service available on specific days).

Day 7:

morning at leisure to explore Cusco. Afternoon tour of the city and surrounding Inca sites.

Day 8:

drive through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting the fortress of Ollantaytambo and the colourful Pisac market.

Day 9:

transfer to Ollanta train station for the Orient Express service to Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu. Enjoy a guided tour of this stunning citadel.

Day 10:

optional return visit to Machu Picchu to enjoy the sunrise over the terraces. Afternoon train back to Cusco.

Day 11:

at leisure in Cusco.

Day 12:

return flight to Lima.
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This 12 day itinerary is intended to provide a sample of what is available since all arrangements are on a tailor-made basis. Please contact our team to discuss your specific requirements. Prices from £837 per person (twin share).
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