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ANDEAN TRIANGLE |
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Culture
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Lima, Centro Histórico de Lima, Arequipa, Centro Histórico de Arequipa, Cañón del Colca, Chivay, Mirador de La Cruz del Condor, Cusco, Centro Histórico del Cusco, Parque Arqueológico de Sacsayhuamán, Valle Sagrado de Los Incas, Poblado de Pisac, Mercado de Pisac, Pueblo de Ollantaytambo, Complejo Arqueológico de Ollantaytambo, Pueblo de Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Puno, Reserva Nacional del Titicaca, Islas Flotantes de los Uros, Isla Taquile, Complejo Arqueológico de Sillustani |
| Trip Length: |
11 Days / 10 Nights |
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| Monasterio de Santa Catalina /
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| Condor Andino /
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| Machu Picchu /
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| Plaza de Armas de Cusco /
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| Lago Titicaca /
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| Plaza de Armas de Arequipa /
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| Colca /
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| Colca /
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| Valle Sagrado /
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| Valle Sagrado /
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| Catedral de Lima /
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| Plaza San Martin /
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| Huaca Pucllana /
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| Catedral de Arequipa /
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| Machu Picchu /
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| Islas de Los Uros /
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| Koricancha /
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| Islas de Los Uros /
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| Palacio de Gobierno /
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| Mercado de Pisac /
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| Palacio Arzobispal /
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Day 01:
... / LIMA
Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel. The city of Lima was founded by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro on January 5, 1535, the eve of the Epiphany of the Magi – from which it derived its evocative original name of La Ciudad de los Reyes or “The City of Kings”. It is a colonial city of rare fascination and unexpected pleasures; with quiet elegant corners among ancient buildings where the night air is scented with jasmine. Overnight in lima.
Day 02:
LIMA
After breakfast, at the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel. In the afternoon, at the appointed time, you will enjoy a city tour to Lima’s different attractions and get to know its three different historical periods: Pre-Hispanic, Colonial and Republican. You will begin the tour visiting one the most traditional residential areas in the capital: The Olive Grove (El Olivar) of San Isidro, then, go to the Huaca Pucllana, an archaeological precinct build in the IV century B.C., where you will have a panoramic view of this magnificent ceremonial and administrative centre which was considered by the Incas to be a holy site. Afterwards, you will visit downtown Lima and admire the San Martin and Main Squares, and their distinct buildings: the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral and the Municipal Palace. You will visit the Convent of Saint Francis, which houses the biggest collection of colonial religious art in America, and admire the Choir Room, the Monk’s Library and the Sacristy, with its collection of Zurbaran and Ribera paintings. Also you will take a good look to the Big Patio of the Main Cloister, decorated with Sevillian tiles from the XVI century, the beautiful Moorish arches and its subterranean crypts or catacombs, where you will feel the presence of Lima's colonial past. Finally, you will visit Miraflores, where you will enjoy a great view of the Pacific Ocean before returning to your hotel. At night, you are free to walk to Larcomar, just a few blocks from your hotel, a recreation center with a great view of the Pacific Ocean, where you will find a Shopping Center, a Fun and Gaming place, with wonderful services and culture center; or just walk around Miraflores, which is known for its shopping areas, restaurants, gardens, flower-filled parks and beaches. Overnight in Lima.
Day 03:
LIMA / AREQUIPA
After breakfast, at the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Arequipa. Upon your arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a half day guided city tour through the White City, in which you will visit The Santa Catalina Convent, without a doubt the jewel of Arequipa; The Main Square; The Cathedral; The Church of the Society of Jesus; the Church and Lookout of Yanahuara, excellent vantage point to appreciate El Misti Volcano; and optional (at an additional cost) you may visit The Santuario de Altura del Sur Andino Museum, where you will see the Mummy Juanita, or Lady of Ampato, a virgin of the Sun who was sacrificed to the Apus or spirits of the mountains and recently discovered in the summit of Ampato Glacier . After the visit, return transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 04:
AREQUIPA / CAÑON DEL COLCA
After breakfast, you will enjoy a unique excursion to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest places on the planet reaching a depth of 3,400 meters at the lowest point. On your way you will admire the Misti and Chacani volcanoes, the Vicuñas National Reserve, a great variety of flora and fauna from the natural lagoons of Bofedales and Mar Atrapado and a huge rock formations, in the shape of castles, called Enchanted Castle. Early afternoon arrival to Chivay, the main town in the región. After a quick visit to the town and enjoying lunch you may refresh with a bath in La Calera hot springs, just outside the town. Then you will continue through the valley towards your selected hotel. Overnight in Colca.
Day 05:
CAÑON DEL COLCA / AREQUIPA
After breakfast, at the appointed time, early departure to the Cruz del Condor, the best vantage point to appreciate the deepness of the canyon and witness, if the conditions allow it, the majestic flight of the Andean Condor in its natural habitat. On the way back, you will pass through picturesque towns; admire pre-Inca hanging tombs and imposing Inca terraces. After lunch, you will start you return trip to Arequipa, passing through the town of Patapampa, an excellent vantage point to admire volcanoes. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel. Overnight in Arequipa.
Day 06:
AREQUIPA / CUSCO
After breakfast, at the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board you flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a guided tour to the most magical city, former capital of the Inca Empire, experiencing the architectural legacy visible in many buildings and ruins. This guided sightseeing tour includes The Plaza de Armas, surrounded by colonial arcades, The Koricancha (Temple of The Sun); The Cathedral, dating back to 1559; among other colonial churches. Then you will drive out the city to enjoy a guided visit to the nearby ruins, visiting the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cusco, a true testimonial to Incan architectural skills; Qenko (The Labyrinth), an Incan shrine dedicated to Pachamama or Mother Earth; the small red fortress of Puka Pukara; and Tambomachay, a sacred fountain known as the Baths of the Incas. Return to the hotel. At night we recommend visiting any restaurant or bar near the Main Square and enjoy the night atmosphere trying the delicious Peruvian cuisine with and a Pisco Sour, while listening to traditional Inca music. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 07:
CUSCO / VALLE SAGRADO / CUSCO
After breakfast you will enjoy a full day guided excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas experiencing unforgettable view as you cross over the mountains from Cusco and drop down into the Urubamba Valley. The road follows the meandering Urubamba River and passes through rich agricultural lands and picturesque villages. Upon arrival to the colorful town of Pisac you will visit its lively and colorful Indian market. Here locals, following ancient traditions, sell and exchange a variety of crafts (textiles and ceramics). After visiting Pisac you will stop for a delicious lunch to finally continue to the Inca fortress and the village of Ollantaytambo, built to guard the entrance to this part of the Valley, protecting it from possible invasion from the tribes in the lower jungle. This astounding feat of construction and ingenuity is considered a Living Inca Town as it is the only Inca settlement that has been continually inhabited since its inception. Above the village, the Incas built an impressive fortress that included a temple, agricultural terraces and an urban area. Ollantaytambo, considering its distribution, was an important administrative center with military functions. After the excursion, return transfer to your hotel. At night we recommend visiting any restaurant or bar near the Main Square and enjoy the night atmosphere trying the delicious Peruvian cuisine with and a Pisco Sour, while listening to traditional Inca music. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 08:
CUSCO / MACHU PICCHU / CUSCO
After breakfast, transfer to the train station to board the morning train service to Machu Picchu and the village of Aguas Calientes (little town on the foot of Machu Picchu). This spectacular journey through the Sacred Valley by narrow gauge railway to Machu Picchu is one of the world’s great travel experiences. The train follows the meandering Urubamba River through beautiful farmlands and picturesque villages. Hidden by mountains and the semi-tropical jungle, Machu Picchu is widely considered the most spectacular sight on the South American continent and the most renowned examples of Incan architecture. Upon arrival, a bus waits for a half-hour ride up several switchbacks to take you to the actual site to enjoy your guided tour through the main spots in this breathtaking Incan citadel, including The Main Plaza; The Royal Quarters; The Temple of the Three Windows; The Circular Towers; The Sacred Sun Dial; and The Burial Grounds. Machu Picchu, the master jewel of the Incas, demonstrates their high level of development and the superior knowledge achieved in astronomy and astrology. After the excursion you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch of traditional Peruvian cuisine, before boarding the afternoon train service back to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your hotel in Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.
Day 09:
CUSCO / JULIACA / PUNO
After the breakfast, at the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Juliaca. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel in Puno.On the way, you will visit the famous Sillustani Tombs, which are located between Puno and Juliaca. Sillustani sits on a small hilltop overlooking Lake Umayo. These Tombs or Chullpas are characterized by their round and square bases, as well as the cornice on top. Sillustani sits on a small hilltop overlooking Lake Umayo. These Tombs or Chullpas are characterized by their round and square bases, as well as the cornice on top. Overnight in Puno.
Day 10:
PUNO / ISLAS UROS / ISLA TAQUILE / PUNO
After breakfast, at appointed time, you will enjoy a full day motor boat excursion to the Sacred Lake of The Incas, visiting the floating Uros Islands, a group of 40 big island-like packs of floating totora (marsh reeds), consider a unique tourist attraction in the world, where you will appreciate how the “Uros” still live like their ancestors with the same customs and idiosyncrasy. After a typical lunch you will visit Taquile Island, the largest island in the reserve, inhabited by Quechua-speaking natives still governed by their ancient traditions, whose main occupations are the production of fine ceramics and textiles. In the afternoon, you will start your return trip to Puno. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to selected hotel in Puno. Overnight in Puno.
Day 11:
PUNO / JULIACA / LIMA / ...
After the breakfast, at the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Lima and international connection. On the way, if flight departure time allows it, you will visit the famous Sillustani Tombs, which are located between Puno and Juliaca. Sillustani sits on a small hilltop overlooking Lake Umayo. These Tombs or Chullpas are characterized by their round and square bases, as well as the cornice on top. Sillustani sits on a small hilltop overlooking Lake Umayo. These Tombs or Chullpas are characterized by their round and square bases, as well as the cornice on top.
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