Best of Peru, Private Tour
Description
Enjoy the best of Peru with this memorable seven-day tour from Lima to Cusco. Visit beautiful colonial cities, see the legacy of ancient civilizations, and admire some of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. Meet the descendants of the Incas, the indigenous camelids of the Andes, and go on a pilgrimage to the mountain peaks to visit the magnificent citadel and mountain of Machu Picchu. Join this fantastic tour and catch a glimpse of Peru´s natural beauty, history, and culture.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Lima: The capital’s architectural ensemble has earned its UNESCO World Heritage Site status, with attractions such as the Casa Aliaga, the Cathedral, and the Main Square.
Cusco: Discover the former Inca capital, observe the ruins of the former civilization and the Spanish colonial legacy, and admire attractions such as the baroque Cathedral, the Sacsayhuaman, and Puka Pukara archaeological sites.
Moray: Visit this mysterious Inca archaeological site, composed of concentric circular terraces, each with a different microclimate.
Maras: The salt deposits of this gorge offer a dazzling contrast with other landscapes in the Sacred Valley.
Sacred Valley: Discover the ancient town of Pisac and the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo among other interesting sights.
Machu Picchu: The lost city of the Incas is hidden on top of an Andean peak, offering views not only of the mountains but also of the Inca intriguing past.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French speaking local guide on a private basis
ACCOMMODATION:
- 6 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Lima:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3, 6 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 4-5 Sacred Valley:
Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Lima:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 6 Breakfasts
- 2 Lunches (Day 5 and 6)
TRANSPORT:
- Private transfers from and to the airport
- Private transfers from and to the train stations
- Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard or Superior category and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe Category.
- Bus Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All the visits mentioned in the above itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Coricancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay in Cusco; Moray, Maras, Chinchero, Living museum of Yucay and Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)
Excluded
- Expenses of a personal nature. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals. Meals not stated in the program
- Tips for driver and guide
- Additional optional visits
- International flights to Peru
- Domestic flights : Lima - Cusco (Day 3) (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)
- International and domestic airport departure taxes.
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.