| Sunday 28th September The tour departs this morning from London Heathrow flying on Iberia Airlines via Madrid to Lima. There will be a change of planes in Madrid. On arrival in Lima in the late afternoon, transfer to the Libertador Hotel. The remainder of the day is free. Overnight: Libertador Hotel LIMA
Monday 29th September After breakfast at the hotel the group will transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Chiclayo. On arrival in Chicalyo, transfer to the hotel to check in, and afterwards depart on a sightseeing tour with lunch included. Your tour today will be a 5 hour excursion, departing from your hotel in Chiclayo, to Huaca Rajada, the ancient mud brick burial platform where the fabulous tomb of the Lord of Sipan was discovered in 1987 by Peruvian archeaologist Walter Alva. The Lord of Sipan, a warrior priest from the Mochica civilization lived about 2000 years ago on the northern coast of Peru. He was buried amidst a dazzling array of gold artefacts studded with precious stones such as a funeral mask, headdresses, crowns, necklaces, nose and ear ornaments and figurines, together with pottery, textiles, and other artefacts. The tour continues on to Túcume, an imposing archaeological site composed of 26 mudbrick pyramids that served as the political and religious center of the Lambayeque culture. The local healers believe Túcume to have a special energy force and still use the area for their ceremonies. After, visit this excellent museum that houses more than 1500 pieces from the Moche, Chimú and Lambayeque cultures, especially textiles and ceramics. The collection now includes the treasures found in the Tomb of the Lord of Sipán in 1987. You can admire the fabulous gold pieces that include the gold death mask, headdresses, necklaces, nose and ear ornaments and figurines. The tour will conclude at the hotel in late afternoon.
Overnight: Gran Hotel CHICLAYO (BL)
Tuesday 30th September After breakfast depart for the return flight to Lima. On arrival in Lima transfer back to the hotel in time to take a half day tour of the capital city.. The tour will take you to the Plaza Mayor to see the Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace and the City Hall. There will then be a visit to the XVII century church and cloister of San Francisco, a world cultural heritage site. The tour continues to the modern residential suburb of San Isidro where a visit to the pre-inca pyramid of Huaca Huallamarca is included before continuing to Miraflores, and its Park of Love, to enjoy a splendid view of the Pacific Ocean. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight : Libertador Hotel LIMA (B)
Wednesday 1st October After breakfast transfer to the airport for the flight to Puerto Maldonado. After a reception at the airport of Puerto Maldonado, a small city-tour is planned with the visit of a typical market before continuing the journey by boat on the Madre de Dios. On arrival at the Posada Corto Maltes Amazonia enjoy a refreshing drink before settling into the bungalows. After a short rest take an excursion into the jungle by the “trochas” (small trails winding through the forest), for about three or four hours. Return to the lodge in time for a rest before dinner. Dinner and overnight: Posada Corto Maldes (BD)
Thursday 2nd October Today there will be a dawn visit to a parrots’ ‘Colpa’, a site where hundreds of multicoloured parrots flock to a clay bank where they will feed on the soil to obtain the minerals needed for their survival in this environment. Return to the lodge for breakfast, afterwards the days programme will continue with a visit to Monkey Island to see the many species of monkeys that inhabit the Island, and then onwards to Sandoval Lake. Here there will be a 5 kilometre (1 hour’s) walk through the luxuriant Amazonian forest, to reach the lake, followed by a picnic lunch, canoeing on the lake and fishing for Piraña by the traditional method. There is much to see including monkeys, tortoises, birds, otters, and butterflies as well as a large variety of tropical flowers. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset on the lake and an exciting caiman safari at dusk on the return to the lodge. Dinner and overnight: Posada Corto Maldes (BD)
Friday 3rd October After breakfast transfer back to Puerto Maldonado airport for the flight to Cusco. On arrival transfer to the hotel and in the afternoon there will be a half-day tour of the City and ruins.
The tour will include the amazing colonial city built on the foundations of the Inca palaces. visiting the Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, where to appreciate the incredible masonry of the Incas, the Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral with its carved woodworks, altars and paintings. Then drive to the Inca fortress of Sacsahuamán, to the underground cave and temple of Kenko and to Tambomachay, known as the Baths of the Inca. Return afterwards to the hotel. In the evening enjoy a local show including dinner
Dinner and overnight: Libertador Hotel CUSCO (BD)
Saturday 4th October Today there will be a full day excursion to Ollantayambo and the Sacred Valley. The mountain village of Ollantayambo, was a major military, religious and agricultural centre. It is dominated by a massive Inca fortress, which is the best surviving example of Inca city planning. Situated at the top of the mountain, protecting the valley, its view of the town, with its narrow streets and waterways which are still in use today, is overwhelming. Continue the drive through the Sacred Valley to arrive at the beautiful town of Pisac where lunch will be taken. The town is divided into two main sectors, the old town with its wonderful Inca architecture and the newer colonial sector. There will be a chance to visit Pisac's famous local handicraft market. Return afterwards to Cusco
Dinner and overnight: Libertador Hotel CUSCO (BD)
Sunday 5th October After an early breakfast depart by train for Aguas Calientes in Machu Picchu where the group will be transferred by bus to the top of the mountain to the citadel for a private full day tour. The "Lost City of the Inca" is probably the most renowned example of Inca architecture. It was only rediscovered in 1911. There will a guided visit of the ruins followed by lunch at a local restaurant and dinner at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight: Sumac Hotel MACHU PICCHU (BLD)
Monday 6th October Return to today by train to Cusco. Transfer on arrival by bus to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the ancient city.
Overnight: Libertador Hotel CUSCO (B)
Tuesday 7th October After breakfast transfer to Cusco railway station for a full day train excursion to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca
Lunch will be served on board the train. There will be views of herds of alpaca and llamas grazing on the highland pampas, and many picturesque villages, all set against the majestic backdrop of the Andes. Arrive at Puno and check in to the hotel
Overnight: Libertador Hotel PUNO (BL)
Wednesday 8th October There will be a boat trip today on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, which will include a visit to Taquille island. There is a steep climb (600 stone steps) to the top of the island but the view of the lake and surrounding mountains is worthwhile. Picnic lunch included today. The people of Taquile are famous for their colourful, fine weavings and their hospitality. A lunch box will be included. On the return journey there will be a visit to Uros Island which is built on layers of totora reeds, giving it the name of ‘floating island’. The Uros Indians live here as they have done for generations by fishing and the selling of local handicrafts.
Overnight: Libertador Hotel PUNO (BL)
Thursday 9th October Return today to Lima. En route to the airport there will be a visit to the pre-Inca tombs of Sillustani located on the shores of Umayo Lagoon. The "Chullpas" circular shaped towers formed part of a cemetery built 2000 years ago. On arriving at Lima transfer to the hotel, the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Libertador Hotel LIMA (B)
Friday 10th October Free day in Lima for last minute shopping etc. until time to depart for the airport to check in for the return flight to Madrid
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Saturday 11th October On arrival in Madrid transfer to the flight to London Heathrow, arriving in the early morning.
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Tour Cost | Price per person | Twin/Double | £2,995.00 | Single Supplement | £695.00 |
- Return international flights from London Heathrow to Lima (via Amsterdam)
- All domestic flights
- 12 nights’ hotel accommodation (4/5 star)
- Meals where indicated by B,L,D (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Private coach transport as indicated on itinerary
- Train journeys as indicated on itinerary
- All sightseeing and admissions as indicated on itinerary
- Services of local guides in each city location
- Services of a Stita tour manager throughout
- Porterage of 1 piece of luggage per person
Not Included: - Airport departure taxes (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance
- Items of personal expenditure
- Tips to drivers and guides
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