Flash Peru
Description
Peru is a unique destination you will discover during this five fascinating days visiting its main attractions offered by this guaranteed departure tour. Start in the capital, Lima, and learn about its history, colonial buildings and delicious cuisine. Continue to the Imperial City of Cusco and visit its impressive archeological sites and some of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet. Finally, explore the wonder of the world, Machu Picchu.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Lima: Named as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, the Peruvian capital merges history and modernity. Its historic centre maintains the beautiful colonial architecture that coexists closely with the Pacific Ocean and a Bohemian essence.
Cusco: The ancient Inca capital is a unique blend of pre-Columbian past with Spanish architecture. Its temples, squares and streets are surrounded by hills that hide amazing places like Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, PucaPucara and Tambomachay.
Sacsayhuaman: An immense Inca fortress erected in the fifteenth century on top of a hill above Cusco. Its large stones are a sign of its grandeur that continues to amaze visitors 500 years later.
Machu Picchu: The "lost city of the Incas" is the reason why thousands of people arrive in Peru. Get closer to our past through its rooms, temples, bridges and religious sites, built in communion with the landscape that surrounds them.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with bilingual: English - Spanish speaking local guide on a shared basis on days 1-4
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 nights’ accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 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 2 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 3 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*
Day 4 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
Standard Hotel Category =Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 4 Breakfasts.
- 2 Lunches on days 3 and 4
TRANSPORT:
- Private transfer from airport to hotel in Lima
- Private transfer from hotel to airport in Lima
- Private transfer from airport to hotel in Cusco
- Shared transfer from hotel in Cusco to train station in Ollantaytambo.
- Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category, and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category
- Shared bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
- Shared Bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
- Shared transfer from train station in Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco
- Private transfer from hotel to airport in Cusco
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All visits mentioned in the itinerary: city tour in Lima (day 1), city tour & archaeological sites in Cusco (day 2), Guided tour in Chinchero, the Living Museum of Yucay and Ollantaytambo (day 3), guided tour in Machu Picchu (day 4).
Excluded
- Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
- Tips for driver and guide.
- International flights to Peru.
- Domestic flights (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
- Domestic and foreign airport 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.