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Classic Peru
ARCHITECTURAL TREASURES IN ELEGANT AREQUIPA
CONDORS SOARING OVER THE COLCA CANYON
FLOATING REED ISLANDS OF LAKE TITICACA
CUSCO & THE SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS
STUNNING MACHU PICCHU
This wonderful tour incorporates many of Peru’s highlights. Lying in the shadow of volcanoes, Arequipa is an architectural delight with fine Spanish buildings made of white volcanic stone, from which the city’s nickname ‘White City’ arises. From Arequipa we travel through a rugged landscape to the Colca Valley. From advantage points over the canyon we will search the skies for huge Andean Condors soaring on the thermals. Driving onto Puno we’ll spot wild Llama and Vicuna along the way before arriving at the shores of Lake Titicaca. Here we take a boat to Taquile Island, admire the lake views and visit the residents on the floating reed islands of Uros.
Early morning we take one of the World’s greatest rail journeys across the high Altiplano to Cusco, centre of the Inca Empire. We explore Cusco and visit nearby Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley before embarking on the train to the magnificent Machu Picchu perched high above the Urubamba River. Our stay overnight near this amazing lost city allows us a full afternoon investigating the ruins and the opportunity to absorb the atmosphere of this incredible citadel the next day at sunrise, a truly stunning end to a marvellous tour.
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This trip can be taken independently on departure dates of your choice.
Trip Details
12 nights hotels, 11 days EASY Cultural Touring. Maximum altitude 3820 metres. Breakfast throughout, some lunches & 2 dinners included.
Group Size :Land cost based on a minimum group size of 2*Price excludes international flights. International flights from £750, flight costs vary depending on airline & availability at the time of booking. Please contact the Classic Journeys office with your planned date of travel and we will advise on flight availability and costs.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 - Fly to Lima
Day 2 – Fly to Arequipa. Afternoon sightseeing
Day 3 – Drive to the Colca Valley
Day 4 – Visit Condor’s Cross to view the Andean Condor
Day 5 – Drive to Puno & Lake Titicaca
Day 6 – Visit the islands & people of Lake Titicaca
Day 7 – Train to Cusco
Day 8 – Cusco, guided sightseeing
Day 9 – Free day in Cusco
Day 10 – Full day guided sightseeing of the Sacred Valley
Day 11 – Train to Machu Picchu
Day 12 – Morning at Machu Picchu. Afternoon train to Cusco
Days 13/14 – Fly to Lima & on to UK
The Price Includes:
Hotel accommodation on a twin share basis (unless single has been requested) for the nights listed in the itinerary. All meals as specified. Airport Transfers when choosing land only plus international flight package. All internal transport as the itinerary. Sightseeing tours where specified.
The Price does not Include:
International flights from the UK. Airport Taxes. Transfers for Land Only packages and group tours when choosing your own international flight arrangements. Visa fees. Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs. Personal expenditure, bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, etc. Porters, guides & other tips. Meals not specified. Personal clothing & equipment. Travel insurance. Optional trips. Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond Classic Journeys control. Anything not specified in the Cost Includes section.
Insurance:
If you require travel insurance for your Classic Journeys holiday, you can get a quotation and book your travel insurance direct from the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. Campbell Irvine is a specialist travel insurance broker. The comprehensive policy they issue provides 24-hour medical emergency assistance and covers altitude and all adventurous activities undertaken on our holidays. For single-trip policies, the insurance provides cover for both UK and worldwide residents at very competitive rates. In addition an annual policy is available to United Kingdom residents. To obtain insurance cover visit the Campbell Irvine Ltd. website. You may also telephone Campbell Irvine (020 7938 1734) to activate a policy.
ARCHITECTURAL TREASURES IN ELEGANT AREQUIPA
