
Lima - Machu Picchu - Amazon Jungle
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Departure:
Everyday
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Destination:
Iquitos
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Type tour
Group tour
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Duration:
10D / 09N
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Group Size:
2 - 12 pax.
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Level:
Moderate
Description:
Machu Picchu and Amazon river travel 10 days, exploring Lima's historic center & Miraflores, guided visit of Cusco & nearby ruins, Sacred Valley tour, Machu Picchu inca citadel, Iquitos & Amazon river.
Brief Itinerary
- Day 1 : LIMA Arrival in Lima, private transfer to your hotel, overnight in Lima
- Day 2 : LIMA Lima city tour & main attractions, overnight in Lima
- Day 3 : CUSCO Flight to Cusco, City Tour, main attractions & 4 nearby ruins overnight in Cusco
- Day 4 : SACRED VALLEY Sacred valley excursion, overnight in Aguas Calientes
- Day 5 : MACHU PICCHU & WAYNA PICCHU Machu Picchu guided tour & WAYNA PICCHU Hike ( no guide), overnight in Cusco
- Day 6 : IQUITOS Flight from Cusco to Iquitos, overnight in Iquitos
- Day 7 : AMAZON RIVER Amazon river jungle tour & activities, overnight in Amazon river lodge
- Day 8 : AMAZON RIVER Amazon river jungle tour & activities, overnight in Amazon river lodge
- Day 9 : AMAZON RIVER Amazon river jungle tour & activities, flight to Lima, overnight in Lima
- Day 10: INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT International flight
Detailed Itinerary
- No meals.
- Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Arriving to Cusco Airport pick up, transfer to the hotel selected
Exploring the Imperial City of Cusco and its main attractionss:In the city, the Plaza San Cristóbal is of particular interest, from where you can appreciate the entire city overview and from which you can reach the San Pedro Market, where you can savor the environment and local products. The Temple of Koricancha, to be admired in all its magnificence. The church of Santo Domingo, erected, like other colonial buildings, on the walls of the ancient Inca constructions. From San Blas, the artisan district, you can walk down to Hatun Rumiyoc Street, to admire the world's most famous stone, known as the twelve-stone angles, set in the palace walls of what was once Inca Roca, today Palazzo Arzobispal. The Plaza de Armas, which once was the most important square of the Inca, the nerve center of their great empire. Here is the Cathedral from the three ships, resting on fourteen columns, which houses inside the colonial era of incalculable value. Nearby, the impressive archaeological site of the fortress of Sacsayhuamán, surrounded by beautiful landscapes. The Inca worship center of Qenqo, another of the complexes surrounding the Imperial city of Cuzco. It is a sanctuary located on the hill of Socorro and, like the rest of the centers, its true purpose is still unknown: it could be a court, an amphitheater or the tomb of some high Inca personalities. Puca Pucará lookout tower, a military construction consisting of large walls, terraces and stairways, which forms part of the Cuzco defense complex. An excellent example of military architecture.Near Puca Pucará is Tambomachay, monument of remarkable architectural excellence, considered one of the pillars of the vision of the Andean cosmos. Totally built of carved stone, it is composed of four walls or terraces with stairways behind the slopes of the hill, with a construction of perfectly assembled blocks of stone, overnight in Cusco city.
- Meals: breakfast.
To The Lost City of The Incas Machu Picchu: The trip by train to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) is one of the most spectacular trips that exist in South America. Undoubtedly the geography is captivating its flora and fauna of the eyebrow of the jungle emerges between the mountains.
Machu Picchu lay hidden from the world for such a long time because its location is fairly remote and inaccessible. Machu Picchu is located high up on a mountainside. The nearest town is Aguas Calientes which is located down in the valley beside the Vilcanota River. Aguas Calientes is only a couple of kilometres away from Machu Picchu as the crow flies but it takes a bus about 20 minutes to climb the narrow, steep zigzagging dirt track that connects the two. During the train journey you will have the chance to enjoy event seat: Plush seats with tables in the front, landscape: ample windows to admire the stunning countryside, audiotrack: relaxing background music, local drink: Irresistible selection of hot and cold drinks prepared using fresh local fruits and herbs.
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
Machu Picchu Every morning before sunrise, the high priest with a small group would walk to Machu Picchu to signal the coming of the new day. The Temple of the Moon , one of the three major temples in the Machu Picchu area, is nestled on the side of the mountain and is situated at an elevation lower than Machu Picchu. Adjacent to the Temple of the Moon is the Great Cavern, another sacred temple with fine masonry. The other major local temples in Machu Picchu are the Temple of the Condor, Temple of Three Windows, Principal Temple,"Unfinished Temple", and the Temple of the Sun, also called the Torreon. Then we'll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, The Sacred Sun Dial the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds.
The Sun Gates of Machu Picchu boast a picture - perfect vantage point overlooking Peru'smost famous ruins. Tourists flock to this outcrop high in the Andes Mountains to enjoy the same view featured on virtually every postcard depicting the Machu Picchu citadel. Also known as Inti Punku, the Sun Gates consist of two stones perched at a narrow passage in the crevice of the mountain just above Machu Picchu. The sun shines brilliantly through this portal each day when it rises - hence the name.
Return to Cusco city in a train journey: at 14.30 p.m or 19.00 p.m train back to Cuzco, upon arrival transfer to your selected hotel for overnight in Cusco.
- Meals: breakfast
- Meals: breakfast.
Distribution of bungalow and guidance Delivery of list of animals that have been previously seen in the area.Lunch buffet.
Boat trip to Lake Sapote watching different birds, like parrots, jacanas, kingfishers, herons, panguanas, partridges, pigeons, cormorants, horned screamers, orneros, and then move to the other end of the Moena lagoon to see sloths and monkeys, as the night monkeys, squirrel and dusky titi monkeys, etc.After watching a sunset over the forest of mirrors, back to Muyuna.
In the evening, boat ride to see caimans, nocturnal birds and mammals, overnight in the Amazon river jungle lodge.
- Meals: breakfast, lunch. dinner
Piranhas aritsanal fishing.Boat trips to the lakes Purura and Corrientes and catch different kind of fish, including the famous piranha (being more difficult in March, April and May). This is an area that has many strangler vines, being the favorite spot of the bird "hoatzin" or shansho. This colorful bird looks like a prehistoric bird because it has three claws on the middle joint of the wing..
At night, you do a night walk in search of huge frogs, anaconda´s favorite food. In addition to seeing tarantulas, it is worth clarifying that despite the bad reputation, they are not dangerous to humans, Amazon river jungle lodge.
- Meals: breakfast, lunch. dinner
With your guide, you will be able to count all the animals seen in your Animal Check List, your experience of the jungle comes to an end and you will sail three hours back to Iquitos and take you to the hotel or airport for your flight back to Lima city.
In Lima city Airport pick up and private transfer to the hotel selected, overnight in Lima.
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Meals: breakfast
Price Included
- 9 hotel night with breakfast
- Daily tours & activities in small groups
- All entrances fees to the attractions to visit
- Lima city tour & attractions
- Ballestas island boat excursion
- Huacachina oasis sand dunes buggy car
- Flight over the Nazca lines
- Cusco classic city tour & 4 nearby ruins
- Sacred valley land Tour
- Machu Picchu guided tour
- Huayna Picchu hiking ( no guide)
- Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
- Train ticket Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu to Cusco via Ollantaytambo
- Double decker bus "tour ticket" from Lima - Paracas - Ica- Nazca- Lima
- All hotel pick up & drop off to/from airport, bus terminal, train station
- Flight ticket Cusco to Lima
- 24/7 assistance
- Guaranteed professional service
Price not Included
- Tips, or other costs not mentioned above.
- Other lunches and dinners can be included if requested.
- Hotels and trains can be upgraded if requested.
- We can include tickets for Huayna Picchu Mountain if requested when making the reservation.
- Make sure you bring a backpack and walking or hiking shoes or boots for the trail
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Visit in Peru ?
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
What is the policy on sanitization during Visit in Peru ?
The policies on sanitization are:
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
What is the social distancing policy during Visit in Peru ?
The policy on social distancing is:
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Visit in Peru ?
The policies on staff health & safety are:
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
What is the maximum group size during Visit in Peru ?
This activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers.
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