Classic Peru, Italian-speaking guide
Description
Be fascinated and get to know the most incredible attractions and the most famous wonders during this 10-day guaranteed departure tour. Travel through time in the incredible Arequipa, known as "White City" and appreciate the elegance of the condors that plan in the Colca Canyon. Browse the famous Lake Titicaca and meet its inhabitants. Discover the Inca heritage offered by Cusco, Sacred Valley and as a final touch, feel and live the magic and mystery of Machu Picchu.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Lima: Named as a World Heritage Site by Unesco, the Peruvian capital is a sign of history and modernity.
Arequipa: Jewel of the colonial era and gastronomic capital par excellence, Arequipa is surrounded by volcanoes, offering a memorable panorama.
Colca Valley: Appreciate the elegance of the condors planning over this valley and its 4,000-meter-deep canyon, one of the deepest on the planet.
Titicaca Lake: It is the highest navigable lake in the world and its islands are home to several communities that keep their millenary culture alive.
Cusco: The ancient Inca capital is a unique blend of pre-Columbian past with Spanish architecture.
Machu Picchu: Hidden among the vegetation, 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 italian speaking local guide on shared basis on days 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 9
- Operated with an English and Spanish-speaking assistant on the bus on day 6
ACCOMMODATION:
- 9 night's accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1; Lima
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio or similar 4*
Day 2; Arequipa
Superior Hotel Category = San Agustín Paracas or similar 3*
Day 3; Colca
Superior Hotel Category = Killawasi Lodge or similar 3*
Day 4, 5; Puno
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Puno or similar 4*
Day 6; Cusco
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Cusco or similar 4*
Day 7 Aguas Calientes
Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi or similar 4*
Day 8, 9; Cusco
Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Cusco or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 9 breakfasts
- 5 lunches on days: 3, 5, 6,7 8
- 1 box lunch on day 4
- 1 dinner on day 9
TRANSPORT:
- Private Transfer from airport to hotel in Lima
- Private Transfer from hotel to airport in Lima
- Private Transfer from airport to hotel in Arequipa
- Transfer from Arequipa to Colca
- Shared transfer from Colca to Puno.
- Private Transfer from hotel in Puno to the Bus Station in Puno
- Shared Bus transfer from Puno to Bus Station in Cusco with English and Spanish speaking assistance and guide on board
- Private Transfer from Bus Station to hotel in Cusco
- Transfers from/to train stations in private vehicle
- Train to Machu Picchu round trip
- Shared bus Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and vv
- Private Transfer from hotel to airport in Cusco
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All visits mentioned in the itinerary: guided tour in Lima (day 1), visit Arequipa (day 2), stop in Condor's Cross (day 4), full day excursion by boat on the Titicaca Lake, visit floating Uros & Taquile Islands (day 5), visit Chinchero (day 7), guided tour Machu Picchu (day 8), guided tour in Cusco (day 9)
OTHER:
- Meet and Greet on day 1, 2 and 10
Excluded
- Domestic and international flights.
- Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
- Tips for driver and guide.
- 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.
Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information.
In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width).