Indulge yourself visiting Lima, Urubamba Valley, Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman, Cuzco, Puno, and Chulipas de Sillustani.
Historical Marvels:
Explore ancient ruins like Machu Picchu, a breathtaking testament to the Incan civilization.
Cultural Richness:
Visit Cusco to experience a unique blend of colonial history and indigenous traditions through vibrant markets and local crafts.
Diverse Landscapes:
Enjoy the varied scenery of Peru, from the lush Sacred Valley and high Andean peaks to the mysterious Nazca Lines and desert landscapes.
Culinary Delights:
Discover Lima’s dynamic food scene where traditional recipes meet innovative culinary techniques.
Unique Destinations:
Experience tranquil moments at Lake Titicaca and explore other hidden treasures across the country, each offering its own distinct charm.
These highlights illustrate why Peru is an exceptional destination for travelers seeking history, culture, adventure, and natural beauty.
Board your flight to Lima, Peru. On Arrival at Lima airport, you will be welcomed by an English speaking guide and transferred to your five star hotel. Lima was founded by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizzaro in 1535. It possesses all the colorful vitality of an oriental bazaar with its cloud covered winters and light warm summers, with beautiful old buildings in quiet, elegant corners, where the evening air is full of the scent of jasmine.
Our morning sightseeing tour explores the old and new parts of the city. The Plaza de Armas with the beautiful buildings of the Government Palace, the Town Hall, the Palace of the archbishop and the Cathedral are still the most important places in town. We continue on to the San Francisco and Santo Domingo Convents and then the most popular place, Plaza San Martin. Later, visit the famous Gold Museum. Your evening dinner will be served at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Today we transfer to the airport for our flight to Cuzco. On Arrival we begin a full day excursion to the Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo. First we stop at the colorful Pisac Indian Market. An old mountain village with buildings that indicate the detail of the Inca architecture. In the afternoon we drive to Ollantaytambo to visit the massive Inca buildings. Then we head to Urubamba Valley where we dine on local specialties at our hotel tonight. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Today after breakfast, we start a two day fabulous highlight journey to the Inca city of Machu Picchu. We board our train in Ollantaytambo for our journey to the small village Aguas Calientes. On arrival our small coaches take us up the steep roads to the ruins of the city, that for centuries remain undiscovered by the Spaniards, only to be found by accident in 1911 by Hirma Bingham. The beauty of its location and the genius that went into its construction make this Inca settlement truly one of the great wonders of the world. After a full day visit of the site we return by bus to the village of Aguas Calientes to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Enjoy the ruins early in the morning, with an opportunity to visit Machu Picchu again, when no one’s around. In the afternoon, we board our train and return to Cuzco. Upon arrival at the train station around 7:00pm, we transfer to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast)
After breakfast, we enjoy a sightseeing tour starting in the centre of the Inca empire, the Plaza de Armas, with its Cathedral built on the ruins of the Inca Palace. Our next stop is the Old Town with its restored colonial buildings, before we visit Sacsayhuaman, a ruin located on a hillside overlooking Cuzco, time to enjoy fabulous views of the city. Then on to Inca baths of Tambomachay, Kenko the giant rock carved in a strange way, and the ancient site of Puca Pucara. This evening, we will enjoy a dinner of local specialties at the Restaurant Tunupa. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
This morning after an early breakfast, we board the ‘Andes Train’ for our journey which takes us across the Altiplano, past llamas, alpacas, and through desert like landscapes. We ascend through snow-covered mountain tops as our train reaches the Aguas Calientes station with its hot springs and continues to the highest station of our Andes Journey, La Raya. During our journey lunch will be on the train. Then on to Juliaca to board our bus which takes us to Puno on the shores of the lake Titicaca. After a late arrival and check-in at our hotel, your evening is at leisure. (Buffet breakfast / Lunch)
This morning after breakfast we begin a half day tour to the Floating Islands of the Uros Indians in the Titicaca National Reserve. There are 40 small floating islands, where the Uros, descendents of one of the most ancient people in the Americas, continue to live a very simple way of life as their ancestors did. Next, we stop to visit the archeological ruins of Chullpas de Sillustani. The necropolis, which is one of the largest in the Americas, and one of the most impressive in the world, lies on a peninsula, bordered by the beautiful lake of Umayo. The Chullpas or Aya Wasis founds are gigantic funerary monuments built by the Kollas. These quadrangular 12 meter high circular structures challenge the laws of equilibrium as they are narrower at the base than the top! Later we return to Puno and our hotel for the night. (Buffet breakfast)
After breakfast this morning, we transfer to Juliaca airport for our flight to Lima. On arrival we are transferred to the hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure to do as you please. Perhaps shop for some last minute souvenirs. This evening, we will enjoy a farewell dinner of local specialties at the Restaurant Rosa Nautica. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Farewell to Peru as we transfer to the airport for our return flight to America on Sunday. Travel Agents please book the Tuesday night flight out of Lima (Buffet breakfast)
Your flight will arrive back in Miami on the Wednesday morning.
Lima Sightseeing including the Plaza de Armas, the San Francisco and Santo Domingo Convents plus a visit to the famous Gold Museum.
Urubamba Valley Enjoy excursions to the famous Pisac Indian Market and the ruins of Ollantaytambo.
Machu Picchu Excursion to the famous ruined Inca city at Machu Picchu.
Sacsayhuaman Explore the ruin overlooking the city of Cuzco.
Cuzco Visit the Inca city and the centre of the empire ‘Plaza de Armas’. See Tambomachay, Kenko and the ancient site of Puca Pucara.
Puno Board the train and travel through the Andes Mountains to Puno on Lake Titicaca.
Titicaca National Reserve Tour the Uros Indians to see the Floating Islands.
Chullpas de Sillustani Visit the archeological ruins of this neccropolis, one of the largest in the Americas.
Dining Highlights
9 buffet breakfasts
1 lunch
3 local restaurant dinners in Urubamba Valley, Cuzco and Lima
15 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
The services of one of Trafalgar’s local hosts throughout. Travel on Trafalgar’s air- conditioned/ air-ventilated motor vehicles. Internal economy flight from Lima to Cuzco and Juliaca to Lima. A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
First Class Hotels
You’ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities at superb hotels.
Taxes, entrance fees and service charges at hotels, along with mandatory luggage handling fees at the airports and hotels are all included.
Airport Transfers
Transfers on arrival and departure will be provided only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar’s recommended flight and advised Trafalgar of their flight details at least 21 days prior to departure. Land Only Passengers Land Only price includes internal flights from Lima to Cuzco and Juliaca to Lima.
Discounts Please note that twin share and triples are not allowed on this tour. The 2nd tour, Friendly Five and Young Traveler discounts are not applicable to this tour.
LIMA – Melia
URUBAMBA VALLEY – Sonesta Posada del Inca
MACHU PICCHU – Machu Picchu Pueblo
CUZCO – Novotel
PUNO – Libertador Isla Esteves