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Land of the Inca |
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• 11 Breakfasts • 7 lunches • 1 box lunch • 7 dinners • Be My Guest’ speciality dinner in Lima • Farewell Dinner in Lima |
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First Class Travel Highlights |
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• All intra-tour flights and round-trip transfers between airports and hotels, including baggage handling at the airport. • Accommodations in hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower as listed or similar. • Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local hosts on Amazon and Peru extensions. • Sightseeing program as indicated in itinerary, including admission charges, where applicable. • Hotel taxes and service charges. • Portfolio of travel documents. |
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1: UK - LIMA Board your overnight flight. Depending on your flight schedule you may arrive in Lima on Day 1 in the late evening. In this case, your hotel room will be available for check in. Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores (SF) DAY 2: LIMA This afternoon, your Lima tour starts with a special ‘Be My Guest’ lunch at Casa Diez Canseco. Take a tour of the private home of the Diez Canseco family, listening to stories of the Spanish conquerors and Peruvian Presidents from which the family descended. After a delicious three-course meal, continue on to see the Plaza Mayor, with its Colonial era treasures – the Government Palace, the Cathedral and the Archbishop’s Palace. Next to the magnificent 16th century San Francisco Monastery, whose cloisters are adorned with tiles from Seville. Your evening is free. (B BG) |
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7: CUZCO - PUNO (2) A day of great scenery and history as you head to Lake Titicaca, the cradle of the Aymara civilization, the birthplace of the Inca Empire and a sacred site to the Inca. Along the way, visit the charming highland villages of Racchi, with its interesting and important archaeological complex, and Andahuaylillas, known for the 7th century church, considered the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas” because of the beautiful works of art and wall murals. Your last stop is ancient Sillustani and its necropolis, where you can see the intriguing “chullpas” or burial towers of the Colla people. This site pre-dates the Inca in Peru. End the day in Puno, founded in 1668 and 12,600 feet above sea level. Tonight, relax at your hotel, which overlooks Lake Titicaca. (B BL D) Hotel: Libertador (SF) (2 nights) |
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3: LIMA - CUZCO - SACRED VALLEY Fly to Cuzco this morning to begin your adventure in the Sacred Valley. Head into the scenic countryside and stop at the market in Pisac. There is time to bargain for Peruvian arts and crafts before driving across the Valley. This is one of the most beautiful areas found anywhere in the world. At Ollantaytambo, a walking tour introduces you to the quaint village. Just outside of town, admire the ruins of a mighty Inca fortress. Later, travel to your hotel in Yucay. (B L D) Hotel: Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay (F) |
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8: LAKE TITICACA EXCURSION Set sail for a fascinating day on Lake Titicaca. Bordering Peru and Bolivia, this is one of the highest navigable lakes in the world. First, visit one of the floating islands of the Uros. For hundreds of years the livelihood of this unique “water tribe” has been based on the benefits of the totora reed. The reed is used to build their homes, boats, and the islands they live on. Call in on one of their traditional communities and learn of their intriguing lifestyle. Next, travel to Taquile Island and meet the Quechua-speaking natives who are renowned for their hand-weaving techniques, an art developed over the centuries. After lunch, return to Puno. (B L) |
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4: SACRED VALLEY - MACHU PICCHU This morning, transfer to the train station for the Vistadome Valley train journey to Machu Picchu. There is time to explore the magnificent ruins of the “Lost City of the Incas” on your own after a guided walking tour with a local expert. Enjoy lunch before making the short trip to your hotel in Aguas Calientes, at the foot of spectacular Machu Picchu. (B L D) Hotel: Sumaq Hotel (F) On the train to Machu Picchu, only hand luggage can be taken. Your main suitcase will be transferred to Cuzco and stored. (B) |
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9: PUNO - LIMA - ICA (2) Depart from Puno this morning and fly to Lima. From here, coach along the famous Pan American Highway, dotted with villages and vistas of the blue Pacific. Arrive in sunny Ica, founded in 1563, and where some of the best “Pisco,” the local wine, is made. (B L D) Hotel: Hotel Las Dunas - Sun Resort (F) (2 nights) |
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5: MACHU PICCHU - CUZCO (2) Return to Machu Picchu with your local guide for last impressions of this extraordinary monument. Hiking enthusiasts may want to climb Wayna Picchu. The view from the top of the mountain is unforgettable! Later, travel by rain and coach back to Cuzco, where the evening is free. (B L) Hotel: Casa Andina Private Collection Cuzco (F) (2 nights) |
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10: ICA - NAZCA LINES FLIGHT Start the day with a highlight: board your aircraft for the flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines – a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil thousands of years ago, some up to 1,000 feet long. The drawings include the “Spaceman,” the “Monkey” and the “Condor.” After this breathtaking experience, enjoy lunch, then on to visit the Hacienda El Catador. Here, see how Pisco is distilled. There is a chance to taste it and perhaps buy a bottle or two to bring home with you. Finally, visit the Ica Archaeological Museum with its collection of Nazca Indian artefacts. Later, relish dinner at the hotel. (B L D) |
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6: CUZCO Cuzco is a city enveloped in myth and legend. With a history of more than 3,000 years, it is one of the oldest existing cities in the Americas. Traces of its Incan and Spanish heritage can still be seen today. A morning city tour shows you the Plaza de Armas and the impressive Cathedral. Then, visit the San Blas district, with its historic church and its wealth of arts and crafts. Also, visit several Inca ruins including the fortresses of Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay. The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring the city the Inca called the “home of the gods” on your own. Dinner tonight is at a popular local restaurant complete with festive Peruvian folkloric music. (B D) |
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11: ICA - BALLESTAS EXCURSION - LIMA |
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Extend Your Tour With A Galapagos Island Cruise - Ref:LLIG |
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DAY 1: DEPART UK - ARRIVE IN QUITO, ECUADOR Upon arrival in Quito, check in to your hotel. Hotel: Dann Carlton (F) |
DAY 4: FERNANDINA ISLAND - ISABELA ISLAND Cruise to Fernandina Island. From Punta Espinoza, walk through a mangrove forest and across black volcanic rock to see marine iguanas and sea lions. This afternoon visit Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela. This promontory is set overlooking two coves. (B L D) |
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2: QUITO - BALTRA ISLAND - SANTA CRUZ ISLAND Fly to Baltra, one of the remote Galapagos Islands. Transfer to your deluxe cruise ship, the M/V Galapagos Explorer II. This afternoon, visit Cerro Dragon (Dragon Hill) on Santa Cruz Island. This is a great place to spot land iguanas, flamingoes, Darwin’s finches, stilts, pintail ducks and flycatchers. (B L D) |
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5: NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND - SANTA CRUZ ISLAND The flat island of North Seymour is home to sea lions, marine iguanas, bluefooted boobies and frigate birds. This afternoon on Santa Cruz Island, board a coach for a tour of the highlands. Here, giant tortoises live wild. There’s also time to hike the tunnels made by cooling lava. (B L D) |
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3: BARTHOLOME ISLAND - SANTIAGO ISLAND Bartholome Island is best known for its volcanic features. After a short hike past salt bushes and cactus, delight in the dramatic view. Next, stop in a cove with a chance for snorkelling next to Galapagos penguins, the only penguins north of the equator. Perhaps, ride on a glass bottom boat. This afternoon visit Santiago Island. Keep an eye open for sea lions, marine iguanas and sally light foot crabs. (B L D) |
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6: SAN CRISTOBAL - GUAYAQUIL - LIMA Visit the Interpretation Center, focusing on the history and wildlife of the Islands, or Loberia, keeping watch for sea lions and birds. Then board your flight to Guayaquil and connect with your Lima flight. Arrive in the early evening; you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B) DAY 7 TO DAY 18 As days 2-13 of tour LLI |
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FB = Full Breakfast CB = Continental Breakfast L = Lunch HL = Highlight Lunch D = Dinner HD = Hightlight Dinner BD = Buffet Dinner BG = Be My Guest FD = Farewell Dinner |
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To book, call Trafalgar Worldwide direct on 020
7820 8143
Quote Ref TT55 for the Travel 55 discounted price |