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Level 1, 178 Collins Street
Melbourne, 3000, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
Ph: 61 3 9654 7977, Fax: 61 3
9650 8177
Licence: 32408 ABN: 26095434978
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email: info@southamericatourism.com
Reservations:
1300 857 805
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Andean Explorer
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15 Days / 14 Nights
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For travellers wanting a whirlwind tour of the most popular destination in South America, Peru. See this diverse country from all angles. Delve into the various influences; Pre Incan, Incan and Colonial that form this unique
culture and explore the contrasts in geography; from the mountainous terrain and valleys of the Andes to the beginnings of the Amazon rainforest. The tour covers the highlights of the fascinating Inca empire through the
colourful city of Cuzco and surrounding ruins as well as 5 days on the Inca Trail before reaching the iconic Machu Picchu. Visit the jungle city of Puerto Maldonado and enjoy the various activities available at the Amazon Lodge.
Finish your adventure with a visit to a local village on the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca.
Thursday & Saturday departures
Day 1:
AUSTRALIA – SANTIAGO – LIMA
On arrival at Lima airport, transfer to hotel.
Day 2:
LIMA (B)
Half day city tour of colonial Lima.
Day 3:
LIMA – PUERTO MALDONADO (B, L, D)
Transfer out to airport, fly to Puerto Maldonado. Transfer to river port for your 3–hour boat journey to the jungle lodge.
Day 4:
AMAZON JUNGLE LODGE (B, L, D)
Choose from a range of jungle activities.
Day 5:
PUERTO MALDONADO – CUZCO (B)
Early morning transfer to Puerto Maldonado airport for your flight to Cuzco. Transfer to hotel on arrival. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6:
CUZCO – SACRED VALLEY (B)
Full day tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas visiting the ruins of Ollantaytambo and Pisac and the colourful local market.
Day 7:
CUZCO – INCA TRAIL (B, L, D)
Early pick up in Cuzco, bus to Chilca to begin your trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Trek to your first camp at Wayllabamba, on the way you will have a guided tour of the archaeological complex of Llactapata. Dinner and overnight in tents at the campsite.
Day 8:
INCA TRAIL (B, L, D)
Walk towards the highest point past Warmiwañiusca or Dead Woman`s Pass, at approximately 4,200 m. Continue to Pacayayo after lunch. Camp, dinner and overnight.
Day 9:
INCA TRAIL (B, L, D)
Descend towards the second most important pass of the trail towards the Inca citadel of Sayacmarca. After a short break, continue walking to Wiñay Huayna (Forever Young) for a guided visit of this impressive archaeological complex with a spectacular setting. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Day 10:
INCA TRAIL – MACHU PICCHU (B)
Trek through orchid rich cloud forest to reach Machu Picchu by early morning. Tour of the citadel. Overnight at hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 11:
MACHU PICCHU – CUZCO (B)
Free morning to explore the surroundings. Afternoon train back to Cuzco. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 12:
CUZCO – PUNO (B, L)
Spectacular bus journey across the altiplano, visiting Inca temples and hot springs on the way to the city of Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Day 13:
PUNO – UROS ISLANDS (B)
Half day tour to visit a local Andean village on the Uros Islands.
Day 14:
PUNO – LIMA (B)
Transfer to Juliaca airport for your flight to Lima. Transfer to hotel.
Day 15:
: LIMA (B)
Transfer to airport.
Tour
includes:
- Economy class travel ex MEL/SYD/BNE
- Internal flights
- Accommodation at approved hotels with private facilities
- Meals as indicated (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner
- Comprehensive sightseeing and excursions
- English speaking local guides
- Transfers to and from airports
- LAND ONLY (Excludes internal flights).
Tour excludes:
- Airport or security taxes
- Tips or portage charges
For detailed trip
notes, please contact our office
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