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BEST OF PERU 2020
ITINERARY
Peru
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Journey overview
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itinerary below has been carefully designed to give you a taste of the
exciting, endless possibilities and can be tailored to suit your exact
preferences.
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10 nights / 11 days
by arrangement Guest
DAY PROGRAMME
1 Arrival at Lima Airport, transfer to Belmond Miraflores Park
Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park
2 Morning tour of Lima and Larco Museum
Lunch Café del Museo
Afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park
3 Transfer to Lima Airport for flight to Cusco
Scheduled flight Lima to Cusco
Arrival in Cusco, private transfer to Inkaterra La Casona
Afternoon tour Cusco city and nearby ruins
Overnight: Inkaterra La Casona
4 Full day Sacred Valley tour: Pisac / Ollantaytambo
Lunch Huayoccari Hacienda
Overnight: Inkaterra La Casona
5 Transfer to Poroy Train Station
Depart on the deluxe Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu
Arrival at Aguas Calientes Train Station bus transfer to Machu Picchu
Private guided tour
Overnight: Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
6 Morning private guided tour (optional hikes)
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Afternoon bus transfer to Aguas Calientes train station
Depart on the deluxe Hiram Bingham train to Cusco
Private transfer from Poroy Train Station to Inkaterra La Casona
Overnight: Inkaterra La Casona
7 Transfer to Wanchaq Train Station
Depart on the Belmond Andean Explorer train to Lake Titicaca
Visits on the way
Overnight: Belmond Andean Explorer
8 Lake Titicaca full day tour, lunch included
Overnight: Belmond Andean Explorer
9 Mid-day disembarkation at Colca train station, private transfer to your hotel in Colca Valley.
Enjoy of the hotel activities or visit typical towns
Overnight: Belmond Las Casitas
10 Morning Condor Cross Viewpoint
Continue touring Colca Valley/Canyon
Overnight: Belmond Las Casitas
11 Transfer to Arequipa Airport for your flight to Lima
Scheduled flight Arequipa to Lima
Assistance at Lima Airport to connect with your outbound flight.
Departure
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Belmond Miraflores Park
Day 1
Welcome to Peru!
On arrival at Lima Airport, after passing customs area please
look for your andBeyond representative who will be waiting for
you to escort you to your hotel.
Day 2
This morning, you will embark on a guided city tour of Lima’s
historic downtown, beginning with a visit to the Main Plaza and
the surrounding monuments: the Cathedral, built in 1534 and
an architectural masterpiece; the Presidential Palace, where
the soldiers guarding the palace offer an excellent photo
opportunity; the Archbishop’s Palace, City Hall, the
Desamparados train station, and the Moorish-style houses and
balconies along Lima’s old streets.
Then, you will continue to the Rafael Larco Herrera
Archaeological Museum (Museo Arqueolegico Rafael Larco
Herrera), founded in 1926, is the world's largest private
collection of pre-Columbian art; with an astonishing array of
gold, silver, semi-precious stones and textiles. The collection's
predominant strength is in Mochica ceramics, from the north
coast of Peru, of which the erotic ones are the most famous.
Their notoriety ought not to obscure the fact that the museum
presents a complete view of the cultural development of
ancient Peru through a selection of its 45,000 pieces, housed in
a colonial building of the 18th century.
Enjoy lunch at the Cafe del Museo.
Afternoon at your leisure.
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch
Day excludes: Dinner
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Belmond Miraflores Park
There’s something special about a room with a sea view. Waking
up to the image of sun-gilded waves in the morning. Watching
the moonlight play along the surf late at night. When that sea
view is offered by a hotel in a bustling Latin American capital
city, it is something very special indeed.
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Inkaterra La Casona
Day 3
Please meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel who will
transfer you to the Airport for your flight to Cusco.
On arrival in Cusco, private transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the morning will be at your leisure for an easy
acclimatisation to altitude.
For the Cusco City Tour and visit of the nearby ruins, you will
meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel. Your guide will take
you to the Main Square to visit the Cathedral of Cusco, the
mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cusco; in
addition to its official status as a place of worship, it has
become a major repository of Cusco's colonial art, it also holds
many archeological artifacts and relics.
You will then continue to Koricancha Temple, the most
impressive example of how Inca and Hispanic cultures fused
together. The remains of the ancient Peruvian Sun Temple were
used as foundations on which the Santo Domingo church and
convent was built. The temple is a symbol of Western
dominance. The site is a living example of the co-existence of
Peru's past with European architecture.
You will drive 15 minutes from Cusco to visit Sacsayhuaman, an
imposing display of Inca architecture. There are still questions
about its real purpose during the Inca period. At first, it was
thought to have been a fort, but later it was considered to have
been a ceremonial centre.
You will then continue to Qenqo: an immense, rocky
promontory, marked by carved steps, wells, and channels. You
will see Puca Puccara - or Red Fort - and Tambomachay, where
the architecture of the Inca baths consists of a group of
structures built with precisely cut stones. Water from nearby
streams runs through the site in aquaducts and small cascades.
Day includes: Breakfast
Day excludes: Lunch/Dinner
Day 4
This morning you will visit Pisac Market, renowned for its
colorful Market where locals meet to sell their merchandise as
they have done for centuries. The handicraft market is open
every day and is famous for its ceramic beads made into
necklaces, earrings and other Peruvian artifacts.
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Lunch today will be at Hacienda Huayoccari, tucked away in the
lush, vegetation-filled private estate of the Lambarri-Orihuela
family in the village of Huayoccari. The Hacienda houses the
owners private collection of pre-Colombian, Incan and colonial
artefacts including an impressive collection of ‘Qeros’ the
traditional drinking vessels. Browse through the interesting
museum with a welcome pisco sour in hand before heading into
the dining area.
After lunch, we will continue to Ollantaytambo, a lovely village
that preserves the designs of Inca buildings. Among this place's
most impressive attractions are the ceremonial temple in
worship of water and a fortress that guarded the entrance to
the valley to repel any invasions. The fortress is a stone colossus
that was built between two mountains to protect the valley.
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch
Day excludes: Dinner
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Inkaterra La Casona
The first boutique hotel in Cusco, Inkaterra La Casona is located
in the traditional Plaza de las Nazarenas, surrounded by
vibrant, cobblestoned streets. This 16th Century manor house
stands on the training grounds for an elite army of Incas, and
had Spanish Conquistador Diego de Almagro and ‘Libertador’
Simón Bolívar among its illustrious guests.
After being harmoniously restored by Inkaterra throughout five
years, emphasizing its original architecture, Inkaterra La
Casona reflects the encounter of cultures and traditions across
centuries. Surrounding the main patio, its eleven suites are
provided with chimneys, heated floors and extra-large
bathtubs. Its halls are decorated with colonial furniture, Pre-
Columbian textiles and original murals.
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Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
Day 5
Please meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel, he will
transfer you to the train station to board your train to Machu
Picchu.
Depart on the deluxe Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu,
lunch on board.
On arrival at the train station your guide will accompany with a
short walk to the buses that leads to the citadel and board the
30-minute ride to Machu Picchu Citadel. (8000 ft. – 2432
m.a.s.l.)
Private guided tour
Explore the enigmatic citadel of Machu Picchu accompanied
with your guide. Your expert guide will lead you through the
site, providing archaeological and historical information on key
areas of interest, including Intihuatana (the Sun Dial), the
Sacred Plaza and the Temple of the Sun.
This is an opportunity to revel in the energy and atmosphere of
one of the most significant and spectacular archaeological sites
on the planet, surrounded by the cloud forest, Wayna Picchu
and Inti Punku (the Sun Gate), the entrance to the Machu Picchu
Inca trail.
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Belmond Sanctuary Lodge
No picture of Machu Picchu can prepare you for seeing it with
your own eyes. Perched high in the Andes, it is one of few places
in the world that can be described as truly unmissable. It’s on
everyone’s travel wish list, attracting a million visitors each
year. But there’s only one way to see it in style: by staying at
Belmond Sanctuary Lodg
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Inkaterra La Casona
Day 6
This morning you may rise early and enjoy the prospects of a
walk through Machu Picchu at sunrise, something which people
of strong spirituality believe to be the highlight of a visit to
Machu Picchu.
Today you will have the option to do one or two of these hikes:
Huayna Picchu, one of the highlights of a visit to Machu Picchu.
The views of the Citadel and surrounding landscape are
extraordinary from the top and well worth the climbing effort.
Inti Punku or Sun Gate, it takes about an hour each way and is
an uphill strenuous hike on the way out to the Gate.
Inca Bridge, constructed of a few narrow logs perched above a
sheer vertical drop – is believed to have served as a secret
entrance to Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu Mountain, large granite steps comprise most of
its trail and wind all the way to the top. The steep climb is a
challenging but rewarding hike and the 360-degree views at the
top are a gorgeous reward.
Rest of the morning continue touring Machu Picchu with your
guide.
Afternoon bus transfer to Aguas Calientes train station to board
the train to Cusco.
Depart on the deluxe Hiram Bingham train. Dinner and
entertainment on board.
On arrival at Poroy train station, private transfer to your hotel.
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Inkaterra La Casona
The first boutique hotel in Cusco, Inkaterra La Casona is located
in the traditional Plaza de las Nazarenas, surrounded by
vibrant, cobblestoned streets. This 16th Century manor house
stands on the training grounds for an elite army of Incas, and
had Spanish Conquistador Diego de Almagro and ‘Libertador’
Simón Bolívar among its illustrious guests.
After being harmoniously restored by Inkaterra throughout five
years, emphasizing its original architecture, Inkaterra La
Casona reflects the encounter of cultures and traditions across
centuries. Surrounding the main patio, its eleven suites are
provided with chimneys, heated floors and extra-large
bathtubs. Its halls are decorated with colonial furniture, Pre-
Columbian textiles and original murals.
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Belmond Andean Explorer
Day 7
Morning transfer to the train station to board de deluxe
Belmond Andean Explorer train.
Depart from Cusco on the Belmond Andean Explorer train, first
luxury train in Southamerica, ) and Arequipa, and exploring
natural wonders and ancient kingdoms on one and two-night
trips.
Lunch will be served on board.
After lunch the first stop will be at Raqchi, you will have the
opportunityu to visit this Inca archaeological site, consists of
remains of the Temple of Viracocha, which was once one of the
holiest shrines in the Inca empire. Twenty-two columns made
of stone blocks helped support the largest-known Inca roof;
most were destroyed by the Spanish, but their foundations are
clearly seen.
Next stop La Raya Pass at 4,313 m (14,1 50 ft)
Continue to Puno, train travels along one of the highest train
routes in the world, crossing through breathtaking cities on its
way from Cusco to Lake Titicaca (Puno)
Pre-dinner cocktails and dinner on board
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 8
After breakfast disembarkation.
Depart by speed boat to the Uros Islands, where their people
use the totora reed, which is plentiful along the edges of the
lake, to make their homes, their furniture, their boats, and the
islands they live on.
Continue to Taquile Island in the middle of the Lake, their fine
textiles are renowned the world over and are even protected
as a UNESCO world heritage subject. The local villagers have
created a steady industry of knit handicrafts, which are knit by
the men of the community.
Lunch will be at local restaurant.
Return to Puno. Embarkation and depart to Arequipa.
Pre-dinner cocktails and dinner on board
Day includes: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Belmond Andean Explorer
Travel along one of the highest train routes in the world with
Belmond Andean Explorer. Step aboard the luxury Peru train
and explore the breathtaking country in superb style,
experiencing vibrant cities and spellbinding natural wonders.
Belmond Andean Explorer, South America’s first luxury sleeper
service, offers a choice of one or two-night journeys. From
Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, traverse the
highest plains of the Andes before arriving at the reflective
beauty of Lake Titicaca. Take the opportunity to explore the
vast Colca Canyon then continue towards the city centre of
Arequipa, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Belmond Andean
Explorer transports up to 48 passengers through Peru, offering
indulgent accommodation and refined Andean cuisine. The
train's observation, lounge and spa cars are ideal places to
unwind, designed to offer modern comfort with traditional
flourishes.
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Belmond Las Casitas
Day 9
After breakfast you will have the opportunity to enjoy a
wonderful lake scenery in Lagunillas (Saracocha), a beautiful
blue lake where you can lookout of Andean birds.
Continue your journey to Arequipa through Salinas and Aguada
Blanca Reserve, a natural protected área with impressive
landscape of volcanoes, rivers, salt flats, and odd rock
formations. You will be able to enjoy beautiful landscapes and
to observe Andean camelids as vicuñas, alpacas and another
species.
Before mid-day we will make a stop in Sumbay Caves, where we
will walk through nice rock formations and narrow rocky canyon
to the caves, where you will finally find the rupestrian rock
arts, representing animals as Vicuñas, Llamas, Pumas, Ñandu -
Also are figures of humans hunting and rare figures carved on
the walls.
Before lunch we will arrive at km 99 train station, where we
will disembark. Private transfer to Belmond Las Casitas.
Day includes: Breakfast/Box lunch/Dinner
Day 10
Departure at 06:15 am to visit Cruz del Cóndor, where the
depths of the canyon can be seen, which is considered to be
deeper than the Colorado Canyon. In addition, you can
appreciate the majestic flight of the condors in their natural
habitat. (It is possible to go trekking for an hour from Cruz del
Cura to Cruz del Condor). The trip goes on until the town of
Cabanaconde, a town that produces corn and that is also the
second most important town in the Valley.
As you return, visit the towns of Macca and Yanque and its
churches of colonial times. You will also visit the viewpoints of
Wayra Punku, Antahuilque.
Arrival in Chivay town for lunch.
In the afternoon it is possible to go trekking for a short time,
like going to Uyu Uyu , Puente Sifón (Viewpoint of Chininia
where you can see the Colcas).
Visit Ichupampa, this route is taken only by small shuttles due
to the hard road
Day includes: Breakfast/Dinner
Day excludes: Lunch
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Belmond Las Casitas
Surrounded by the peace and serenity of Peru’s Colca Canyon—
one of the deepest canyons in the world—this collection of
luxurious casitas with a sumptuous spa offers the ultimate
Andean retreat.
Blending effortlessly with the natural environment, the
secluded 20-room hideaway offers a rare opportunity to
experience the traditional beauty of Peru. Absorb spectacular
plunging views of the canyon from the hotel. Trek through vast,
verdant fields or saunter round the hotel’s farm. Spend time in
harmony with the wonders of nature and the local communities
of this lush, timeless valley.
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Departure
Day 11
Today we will visit the towns on the right border of the Valley,
such as Coporaque.
Optional trekking to San Antonio ruins.
Transfer to Arequipa Airport for your flight to Lima.
On arrival at Lima Airport assistance to connect with your
international flight (or exending your trip)
Day includes: Breakfast
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Flights
DAY DETAILS
Day 3 Jorge Chavez International Airport to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
Day 11 Rodriguez Ballon International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport
OPTION 1: Accommodation
DAY DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
1 – 3 Lima Belmond Miraflores Park Ocean View Junior
Suites
Breakfast
3 – 5 Cusco Inkaterra La Casona BALCON SUITE
Breakfast
5 – 6 Machu Picchu Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Deluxe Rooms
Breakfast
6 – 7 Cusco Inkaterra La Casona BALCON SUITE
Breakfast
7 – 9 Cusco-Arequipa Belmond Andean Explorer Suite Cabin
Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
9 - 11 Colca Canyon Belmond Las Casitas Casita Valley View
Breakfast
Pricing: Option 1
PRICE PER PERSON IN USD
(GROSS)
DOUBLE / TWIN
ACCOMMODATION
SINGLE
ACCOMMODATION
AIRFARE LIMA/CUSCO & AREQUIPA/LIMA
2 GUESTS US$11,026.00 US$16,566.00 US$950.00
3 GUESTS US$10,479.00 US$16,019.00 US$950.00
4/6 GUESTS US$10,188.00 US$15,728.00 US$950.00
7/9 GUESTS US$9,871.00 US$15,411.00 US$950.00
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OPTION 2: Accommodation
DATE DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
1 – 3 Lima Hotel B ALCOBA ROOM
Breakfast
3 – 5 Cusco Palacio del Inka, Luxury Collection DELUXE ROOM
Breakfast
5 – 6 Machu Picchu Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo JUNIOR SUITE
Breakfast
6 – 7 Cusco Palacio del Inka, Luxury Collection DELUXE ROOM
Breakfast
7 – 9 Cusco-Arequipa Belmond Andean Explorer Twin Cabin
Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
9 - 11 Colca Canyon Belmond Las Casitas Casita Garden View
Breakfast
Pricing: Option 2
PRICE PER PERSON IN USD
(GROSS)
DOUBLE / TWIN
ACCOMMODATION
SINGLE
ACCOMMODATION
AIRFARE LIMA/CUSCO & AREQUIPA/LIMA
2 GUESTS US$9,243.50 US$14,003.00 US$850.00
3 GUESTS US$8,696.00 US$13,456.00 US$850.00
4/6 GUESTS US$8,405.00 US$13,165.00 US$850.00
7/9 GUESTS US$8,088.00 US$12,848.00 US$850.00
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What’s included:
All nights of accommodation mentioned in the program
Private transportation in the best available vehicles in each city
Private English speaking local guides (Except on the Belmond Andean Explorer train )
Belmond Andean Explorer excursions in shared basis
Meals as indicated in the program
Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Taxes included, where applicable
What’s not included:
International Airfare / Airport taxes
Domestic Air Tickets and local airport tax (quoted separately)
Early check in or late check-out charges
Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, etc.
Any video/still camera fee during the trip
Tipping, Drinks, Excess of baggage, Insurance