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Lima to Brazilian Amazon Itinerary

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      USD $2,730
      CAD $2,750
      AUD $2,655
      EUR €2,130
      GBP £1,655
      NZD $3,405
      ZAR R18,870
      CHF FR2,145
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      USD $4,750*
      CAD $4,711*
      AUD $4,588*
      EUR €3,539*
      GBP £2,887*
      NZD $5,829*
      ZAR R32,919*
      CHF FR3,742*
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Colourful frog in the Amazon Jungle

Christ redeemer statue, Rio

Lima architecture, Peru

Girl in a hat, Peru

Giant lily pads, Amazon Jungle

Cable car, Rio

Young girl in traditional clothing, Cuzco

Day 1 Lima

Get acquainted with Lima, Peru's modern capital. There's plenty to see in this bustling city, from colonial mansions to vibrant plazas, fine museums and ornate churches.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Day 2 Paracas/Ballestas Islands

Leave the city behind and travel south along the coast of Peru. Pitch a tent in Paracas, which spans over 335,000 hectares and is one of the world's most important marine reserves. Take a walk along the coastline and spot the vibrant birdlife Paracas is famous for before spotting penguins, sea lions and boobies during a boat tour through the Ballestas Islands.

Day 3 Nazca

Learn about the mysterious sand images on a Nazca Lines tour and perhaps take an overhead flight to fully appreciate the scale of this puzzling creation.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 4 Puerto Inca

The windswept graves at the Chauchilla Cemetery display the eerie skeletons and mummified bodies of the Nazca people, some of which date from 1,000 AD. Camp overnight near Puerto Inca.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Days 5-6 Arequipa

Explore the scenic city of Arequipa and perhaps stop by the Museo Santury to view Juanita, the ice princess. The body of this frozen Inca maiden is thought to be more than 500 years old, and was found at a sacrificial site on the summit of Nevado Ampato.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 7-8 Chivay/Colca Canyon

Try to spot the mighty Andean condors as they silently take to the sky thousands of metres above the floor of the breathtaking Colca Canyon.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 9 Raqchi Homestay

Get to know a local family as guests at a homestay in Raqchi. Spend the evening huddled around a crackling fire, sharing a meal, and discovering traditional Peruvian song and dance.
ACCOM: Homestay - 1

Days 10-11 Cuzco

Arrive in the city set high city in the mountains of Peru, Cuzco. Wander through cobblestone streets lined with massive Inca stone walls and Spanish-colonial architecture. Perhaps enjoy a traditional dance performance or sign up for one of the many adventure activities on offer in Cuzco, including quad-biking and whitewater rafting.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Days 12-15 Quechua Community Trek/Classic Inca Trail

Follow in the footsteps of the Incas on an alternate Inca trail trek through the Andes. Go trekking through the snow-capped Cordillera Urubamba mountains, along winding mountain paths, past herds of grazing llamas. Meet local Quechua communities during the four-day hike before descending into the Sacred Valley to explore the massive Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3, Hotel - 1

Days 16-17 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Explore the crumbling ruins of Peru's most frequented attraction - Machu Picchu, the 'lost Inca city'. Why not find a spot near the Sun Gate to sit back and soak up the magical atmosphere before taking the train back to Cuzco to relax.
ACCOM: Hotel - 2

Day 18 Puerto Maldonado

Drive to the gateway of the Peruvian Amazon, Puerto Maldonado, and get ready for a mind-blowing Amazon Jungle trip over the next few days.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 19-20 Amazon Lodge

Travel by river for a stay in the Posada Amazonas lodge, which is tucked away within the jungle. Walk through the jungle canopy, spot exotic wildlife, take to the waters of Tres Chimbadas Lake and learn about the jungle’s secrets on a guided ethnobotanical tour.
ACCOM: Jungle Lodge - 2

Days 21-24 West Brazil Bush Camp

Leave the jungle behind and take an incredible journey across parts of Peru and central Brazil that are rarely visited, and soak in the lush scenery and fascinating landscapes.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 4

Day 25 Pocone

Arrive in the charming town of Pocono, which will serve as a base for a trip into the remarkable Pantanals.
ACCOM: Hotel - 1

Days 26-28 Pantanal

Journey through the expansive wetlands of Brazil, where horses, boats and canoes are all available to explore and see the incredible wildlife and stunning scenery.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2, Hotel - 1

Days 29-30 Central Brazil Bush Camp

An easy-going drive across central Brazil presents a great opportunity to enjoy the area’s diverse sights and beautiful landscapes.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 2

Days 31-32 Brasilia

Get familiar with the magnificent architecture of Brazil’s capital, Brasilia, on a guided tour.
ACCOM: Hostel - 2

Days 33-35 Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park

Explore stunning landscapes and witness unique wildlife of Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 3

Day 36 Cavalcante

Spend a night with the rarely visited Kalunga people, said to be the descendants of runaway slaves.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 1

Day 37 Bush Camp

Drive through captivating Brazilian countryside and set up tents near the wilds of Tres Marias.
ACCOM: Bush camp (no facilities) - 1

Days 38-39 Ouro Preto

Wander the streets of this old colonial mining town and visit its fascinating Baroque churches and museums.
ACCOM: Camping (with facilities) - 2

Day 40 Rio de Janeiro

Finish up on the dynamic streets of Brazil’s Rio. Perhaps sunbathe with locals on Copacabana Beach or go samba dancing at a pumping nightclub to celebrate the end of this amazing South American adventure.

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Check Inca Trail Permit Status

You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Inca Trail Availability

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Inca Trail permits are available. You can book your trip for this date.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!