Peru: Our Signature Tailor-Made Journey
The enduring appeal of Peru makes this Andes and Amazon itinerary a favourite amongst Revealed Travel passengers (and our staff) and provides a superb introduction for the first-time traveller to Latin America. The heart of the journey is time spent of the Andes, combining the Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu with Cuzco, the capital of the Inca Empire. The Sacred Valley is at a lower altitude than Cuzco and is a great place to acclimatise before travelling by train to the “lost city” of Machu Picchu. With a few days in the Amazon rainforest and the itinerary topped and tailed in Lima which is the exciting gastro-centre of South America you have all the ingredients for a memorable holiday.
Highlights: Lima – Cuzco – Sacred Valley of the Incas – Machu Picchu – Amazon Jungle
Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Accommodation: Choose premium, upper, mid-range or value hotels according to budget and preference.
Costs: From £2,315 pp excluding transatlantic flights
Extensions: Please contact us to discuss extensions to Lake Titicaca, Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, the Nazca Lines and to the lesser-explored northern areas of Trujillo, Chan Chan, Chachapoyas and Kuelap.
Peru Hotels: Premium, Upper, Mid-Range & Value
We book a full range hotels, hideaways , haciendas and lodges throughout Peru to suit all levels, from de luxe premium properties to four star and mid-range hotels through to budget accommodation providing value for money. We have outlined here some of our preferred hotels, based on our considerable experience over the last 10 years as travel specialists for Peru and helpful feedback from our passengers.
If there is a particular property not listed here where you would like to stay, please let us know, We are here to help.
Days 1-3: Lima:
The colonial part of town has been steadily restored over the last 25 years and there are some lovely squares, museums, buildings and churches to visit. The district of Miraflores is today the vibrant heart of the modern city. The Larcomar centre has a variety of shops, restaurants and cafes with great ocean views.
Days 3-6: Sacred Valley
The Sacred Valley of the Incas is dotted with villages, Inca sights and Andean markets. Do climb to the top of the fortress of Ollantaytambo to see the size and scale of the stonework. The Maras salt pools have been in use since Inca times to harvest salt. The circular terraces at Moroy appear to have been used by the Incas as an agricultural research station.
Days 6-7: Machu Picchu
There are regular train services run by Peru Rail and Inca Rail between the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. We recommend the Vistadome or the Expedition services as standard.
We will arrange transfers from your hotel to the train station in the Sacred Valley and will tie-in your entrance tickets to Machu Picchu to coincide with your train.
Machu Picchu is Latin America’s foremost archaeological site and whether you are arriving by train or on foot a visit to this Inca landmark is always something special and exciting, even for frequent travellers to Peru.
Machu Picchu was made famous by Hiram Bingham, an amateur archaeologist and academic who later became a US Senator, on whom, it is said, the character of Indiana Jones is based.
We prefer the hotels in the local village, but do let us know if you wish to stay at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge as there are only a few rooms and early booking is essential. Note that staying here does not give you any preferential access to the site.
Days 7-10: Cuzco
Cuzco was the capital of the Inca Empire and is built in the Spanish colonial style upon Inca foundations. Cuzco is friendly, vibrant and exciting and there is always plenty to do here with a good choice of restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs and fantastic handcraft shops. The Fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cuzco has impressively carved stone rocks up to 4 meters high.
Days 10-13: Amazon
The Amazon Rainforest is a wildlife adventure with guided walks, bird-watching and monkey-spotting. The Tambopata National Park, near Puerto Maldonado, is home to over 20,000 plant species and is teeming with birds, mammals, butterflies, reptiles and amphibians.
Days 13-14: Lima
Indicative Costs (excluding transatlantic flights):
Premium: From £4,350 pp
Upper: From £3,550 pp
Mid-Range:From £2,785 pp
Value: From £2,315 pp
Indicative Costs are per person based on two people travelling together and sharing a double/twin room.
Transatlantic flights are not included: we will book your transatlantic flights in economy, premium economy, business or first class according to your preference.
Domestic flights within Latin America are included in economy class. Please contact us to discuss upgrades.
Additional supplements apply for special events such as the Inti Raymi festival, Christmas & the New Year, Full Moon at Machu Picchu. Costs for 2020 are not yet confirmed.
What’s included in the price:
All accommodation and meals as detailed; Local taxes & service charges associated with included accommodation – All transfers & sightseeing as detailed; various activities; ATOL protection; Research, sourcing, design and preparation of your tailor-made holiday itinerary and quote; booking admin and processing; The services of our local ground agent who will coordinate your stay and ensure that everything runs smoothly including access to a local English language 24/7 telephone help line.
What’s not included in the price: Transatlantic flights; any national park entry fees which have to be paid locally; drinks, gratuities and items of a personal nature; meals and optional excursions not listed as included; personal travel insurance; passport and visa costs (e.g. costs associated with obtaining an American ESTA visa waiver, if flying via USA); Airport departure tax on leaving Peru, payable locally in US$ and currently US$ per person.
Please contact us for costs for families and parties of 3 or more passengers and for travel in 2020/21.
Extensions: Please contact us to discuss extensions to Lake Titicaca, the Nazca Lines, the Colca Canyon or Kuelap in Peru or to combine this itinerary with the Iguassu Falls, Rio de Janeiro or the Galapagos Islands.
Additional Information
Seasons and Climate
Peru is a year-round destination. The dry season is from April to October but bear in mind it can be cold up in the Andes in June-August. The wet season runs from November to March.
Entry
British nationals travelling on a full, valid British passport do not require a visa for entry to Peru. You should ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival.
Internal Travel
We will book internal flights and will arrange all transportation within Peru though our ground agents locally. We have been working with them for years so we know you will be in very safe hands.
Vaccinations
It is advisable to check your immunizations for Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Hepatitis A. If you have been to Africa within 3 months of arriving in Peru you may need to provide proof of vaccination against Yellow Fever.
Exchange Rates
Costs in Latin America are subject to $/£ exchange rates. At the time of publication we are working on an exchange rates of 1.31 (as at 4 April 2019) although this may be subject to change, particularly in the event of a No Deal Brexit.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Download: To download a 3-page PDF document with the itinerary, please click here: Peru – Our Signature Journey
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