ANDES TO AMAZON PERU

RUMBO EXPLORA – 11DAYS-10NIGHTS PACKAGE

2022 Departures
Lima / Puno / Lake Titicaca / Cusco / Machupicchu / Puerto Maldonado / Lima

Travel from the coastal city of Lima across to the soaring Andean mountains to Cusco and Machupicchu, capital of the Inca Empire and onto the vast Altiplano – Puno with its unique island tribes on Lake Titicaca and the funeral towers of Sillustani. Besides the deepest Colca Canyon and the rainforest Puerto Maldonado. Destinations known for their unique natural beauty, history, and cultural traditions.

This journey begin in Lima, the capital of Peru. Enjoy our personalized touring to your interests, such as an insider tour of the impressive historic district (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), a visit to a spectacular pre-Colombian art collection and exploring the city’s food markets.

Next, fly to Puno (Lake Titicaca), and transfer to your hotel. One day, take a boat excursion to the fascinating “floating islands,” which are made from bundles of reeds and inhabited by the indigenous Uros people (Lake Tribe). Also visit Taquile Island, and meet local weavers who produce colorful textiles. During private/shared touring, visit local communities, and learn about their local customs and distinctive traditional dress. In the evenings, enjoy dining reservations at Puno’s top restaurants. The following day visit the funeral towers of Sillustani, which is surrounded by Umayo Lake, here you can have the opportunity to make the llama trek (1hrs), besides enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Peruvian Andes and its people. Lunch in one of the farm houses overlooking the country side.Additional activities can also be arranged, upon request, such as a meeting with a local art expert or an evening cultural performance.

Continue, train journey over the Andes to Cusco, and transfer to the lower elevation, stay at the city’s most historic and distinguished hotel. Your guide will lead you through the narrow streets as you learn about the fascinating Incan and Spanish history in the city. Also opt to see important archaeological sites just outside of the city. In the evenings, enjoy dining reservations at Cusco’s top restaurants. The Sacred Valley of the Incas (Urubamba Valley) for a one night stay. Your guide will ensure you experience the best of the local culture during visits to indigenous markets and villages, gentle walks or hikes to important Inca and pre-Inca sites, and meetings with local weavers. Spend the following day travelling by train to Aguas Calientes. Continue to Machupicchu and spend near the ruins. Your tour guide will teach you about the fascinating history of the site and ensure that you have the opportunity to explore the grounds. Additional activities can also be arranged, upon request, such as a meeting with a local expert.

Next, fly to Puerto Maldonado (jungle) and transfer to the Lodge by motorised canoe. Explore the Amazon rainforest its flora and fauna of the area through the narrow paths. El second day guided visit to some of the beautiful lakes where on the way you will see some turtles, black caimans, egrets, big rodents and other animals. Then visit the botanical garden (Interpretation Center), observation platforms and wooden bridge from where you will see Brazil nut trees, parrots, monkeys, and much more, depending on your chosen Lodge and the activities included. Each Lodge offers a variety of tours to choose from depending on your preference and desired activities. At night a walk in search of nocturnal wildlife.

On your final day, fly back to Lima for an overnight stay then connect with your onward flight to Home.

ITINERARY OVERVIEW:

Day 01: Arrive in Lima (-/-/-)
Arrival in Lima airport, reception, assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel with escort guide. Overnight in Lima

Day 02: Lima – Puno (B/-/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Morning private transfer from hotel to airport with escort guide for flight to Puno. Arrival in Juliaca airport, reception, assistance and private transfer to hotel with escort guide, including visit Sillustani Inca burial towers en route. Overnight in Puno

Day 03: Lake Titicaca (B/L/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Transfer from hotel to port. Full-day private touring by boat to Uros and Taquile Islands with private guide, lunch included during the excursion. Overnight in Puno

Day 04: Sillustani & trek with llamas (B/L/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Full-day excursion by private car and guide to Atuncolla, including trek with llamas, boat ride on Umayo Lake, guided visit to Sillustani and lunch at Andean farm house during the excursion. Overnight in Puno

Day 05: Puno – Cusco (B/-/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Morning private transfer from hotel to airport with escort guide for flight to Cusco. Arrival in Cusco airport, reception, assistance and private transfer from airport to hotel. Afternoon half-day tour of Cusco with private guide including Cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery (Qoricancha), and nearby ruins of Sacsahuayman, Qenqo, and Tambomachay and Puca pucara. Overnight in Cusco

Day 06: Sacred Valley (B/L/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Full-day private touring to sacred valley with guide, including visit to Pisac ruins & market, Ollantaytambo fortress and Chincheros village. Overnight in Sacred Valley

Day 07: Machupicchu (B/L/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Morning private transfer to Ollantaytambo train station for your train to Machupicchu. Departure on Vistadome class train to Machupicchu. Arrival in Machupicchu village, reception and assistance for your excursion to the citadel with private guide, including round trip bus tickets and entrance fees to the citadel of Machupicchu. Lunch in Machupicchu. Afternoon return trip by train from Machupicchu village to Ollanta train station. Reception and private transfer to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco

Day 08: Cusco – Puerto Maldonado (B/-/D)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. Morning transfer from hotel to airport with escort guide for flight to Puerto Maldonado. Arrival in Puerto Maldonado, reception, assistance and transfer to port. Travel by motorised canoe to the Lodge for your 03Days-02Nights program, including all meals, accommodation and guided excursions nearby to the Lodge. Afternoon river excursion to explore flora and fauna. Overnight in Puerto Maldonado

Day 09: Puerto Maldonado (B/L/D)
Buffet Breakfast included at Lodge. Activities arranged by the Lodge, as excursion by motorized canoe and walking into the rainforest. Visit the botanical garden (Interpretation Center) and observation platforms and wooden bridge the Lodge offer. Overnight in Puerto Maldonado

Day 10: Puerto Maldonado – Cusco – Lima (B/-/-)
Buffet Breakfast at Lodge. Return by motorised canoe from Lodge to port. Private transfer from port to airport with escort guide for flight to Lima (with stop in Cusco). Arrival in Lima airport, reception, assistance and private transfer to hotel with escort guide. Afternoon private tour of Lima city. Overnight in Lima

Day 11: Depart Lima (-/-/-)
Buffet Breakfast included at hotel. At proper time private transfer from hotel to airport with escort guide, and assistance for your connecting international flight

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• HOTELS: CATEGORY 3***
• IN LIMA: Hotel Casa Andina Classic, Tambo II or similar
• IN PUNO: Hotel Colon Inn, Qelqatani or similar
• IN CUSCO: Hotel Ruinas, Casa Andina Classic or similar
• IN SACRED VALLEY: Hotel Pakaritampu or similar
• IN PUERTO MALDONADO: Hotel
• COST OF PACKAGE: US$ 00.00 per person (double occupancy – in group tour)
• COST OF PACKAGE: US$ 00.00 per person (double occupancy – in private tour)

• HOTELS: CATEGORY 4****
• IN LIMA: Hotel Jose Antonio, Casa Andina Private Collection or similar
• IN PUNO: Hotel Royal Inn, Casa Andina Private Collection or similar
• IN CUSCO: Hotel Jose Antonio, Casa Andina Private Collection or similar
• IN SACRED VALLEY: Hotel Casa Andina Private Collection, Inkallpa, Sonesta Posada Yucay or similar
• IN PUERTO MALDONADO: Hotel
• COST OF PACKAGE: US$ 00.00 per person (double occupancy – in group tour)
• COST OF PACKAGE: US$ 00.00 per person (double occupancy – in private tour)

 

THE ITINERARY INCLUDES:
Domestic airfares: Lima/Puno, Puno/Cusco, Cusco/Puerto Maldonado, Puerto Maldonado/Lima
Airport tax: It is included in the plane ticket
Hotel accommodation: As indicated in the itinerary
Meals: As indicated in the itinerary
Transfers: Private transportation + escort guide as indicated in the itinerary
Tour guides: English-Spanish speaking guides, as indicated in the itinerary
Boat trip in Lake Titicaca + guided tour to Sillustani
Guided tour of Cusco city & Sacred Valley in Cusco
Guided tour to Machupicchu: Round trip transport Cusco/Ollantaytambo/Cusco, round-trip train ticket Vistadome coach to/from Machupicchu village + round-trip bus ticket to/from Machupicchu ruins
Excursión & activities in Puerto Maldonado (jungle)
Entrance tickets: All entrance fees to the sites indicated in the itinerary

THE ITINERARY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
International airfares
Meals or any other item not described in the itinerary
Late check-out and services
Drinks during meals, hotel extras
Personal expenses
Tips for tours guides and drivers