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Tour Peru on an adventure along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

Travel to South America and tour Peru on an eye-opening sojourn from the depths of the Amazon to the heights of the Andes. Visit Lima, explore ancient Cuzco, see the lush Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo, and marvel at the wonder of Machu Picchu. Offering an up close look at Peru's diverse attractions, this is an unforgettable trip at a relaxing pace. Discover ancient cultures, natural wonders, welcoming locals and vibrant modern life as you journey through the homeland of the Incas.

  • Stroll through Lima's vibrant Plaza Mayor
  • Learn the secrets of the Amazon Jungle from a local guide
  • Admire Cuzco's stunning colonial architecture
  • Glimpse terraced walls in the fertile Sacred Valley
  • Stroll geometrically perfect streets in Ollantaytambo
  • Wander among the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu
  • Discover Peru's colourful traditional textiles

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Inca Encounter Summary

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Day 1 Lima

Lima is a large, fascinating hotchpotch of architectural styles, coastal scenes, world cuisines, impressive museums, traditional culture and modern arts and nightlife.

Days 2-3 Amazon Jungle

Puerto Maldonado, a small city sitting on the confluence of the Tambopata and Madre de Dios rivers, is the gateway to trips into Peru's incredible Amazon Jungle.

Days 4-5 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.

Day 6 Sacred Valley/Ollantaytambo

The Sacred Valley was once the heartland of the Inca Empire and now contains picturesque villages and impressive archeological sites. Located in the Urubamba Valley, the city of Ollantaytambo is an incredible archeological site and the starting point of the classic Inca Trail trek.

Day 7 Aguas Calientes

Sitting at the base of Machu Picchu in a picturesque valley, Aguas Calientes takes its name from the numerous hot springs that are dotted throughout the area.

Days 8-9 Machu Picchu/Cuzco

Built sometime in the 15th century and rediscovered in 1911, the staggering ruins of Machu Picchu were thought to be an estate for the Incan emperor, Pachacuti. A World Heritage site set amongst red-green hills with ruins scattered close by, Cuzco is impressive in every way - be it history, culture, nightlife or architecture.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Lima, Peru

  • Finish:

    Cuzco, Peru

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Hotel (6 nts), Jungle Lodge (2 nts)

  • Transport:

    Bus, Canoe, Plane, Train

  • Included activities:

    Coca Museum, Complimentary airport arrival transfer, Guided jungle walks, Guided tour of Machu Picchu, Leader-led walking tour, Ollantaytambo Ruins, Sacred Valley community visit, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo and Tambomachay archaeological sites

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    930kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    Name and passport number are required at time of booking. Delays to provide this information may result in third party booking fees.
    A single supplement is available on this trip.
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