Director's Pick: Archeological Adventure

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Peru is a treasure-trove of archeological riches. Many of Peru’s ancient discoveries - such as the Royal Tombs of Sipán, the tattooed Lady of Cao mummy, and World Wonder Machu Picchu - have several times graced the cover of the prestigious National Geographic magazine. This Director’s Pick Peru package takes you to all these sites and more.

The earliest evidence of human settlement in Peru and in South America dates back to 12,000 BC. Many archeologists compare Peru’s ancient sites and treasures to those of Mexico, the Mediterranean, and Egypt. The pre-Columbian cultures had no written records but they did leave behind a plethora of artifacts, gigantic adobe cities and pyramids, stone citadels, extensive systems of transportation, and mysterious systems of communication that researchers are still deciphering.

This Archeological adventure vacation will take you to Peru’s most historically important sites. Begin in Lima and a stop at the famous Larco Museum and then continue to the northern coast of Peru, host to significant pre-Columbian findings. You will visit the well-preserved, treasure-filled tomb of the Lord of Sipán, as well as the Chimu city of Chan Chan (said to be the largest adobe city in the world). Your tour will end in the magical Sacred Valley of the Incas and the iconic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

Day 1 : Arrival to Lima
Day 2 : Lima Tour - City & Museum
Day 3 : Arrival to Trujillo & Sun and Moon Temple Tour
Day 4 : Chan Chan Tour & Visit to Huanchaco and El Brujo
Day 5 : Arrival to Chiclayo & Sipan Tour
Day 6 : Valley of the Pyramids Tour
Day 7 : Arrival to Cusco & Cusco Tour
Day 8 : Sacred Valley Tour
Day 9 : Machu Picchu Tour
Day 10 : Free Day in Machu Picchu
Day 11 : Departure from Cusco

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Day 1 : Arrival to Lima

• You will be picked up at the airport by a Peru For Less representative and taken to your confirmed Lima hotel.
• You’ll have the remainder of the day to rest and start exploring Lima on your own. Read our Lima travel guide for ideas on what to see and do in this vibrant city. 

Day 2 : Lima Tour - City & Museum

• Today you’ll enjoy a fascinating private Lima city and museum tour. After breakfast at your hotel, your English-speaking guide will take you to Lima’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you will admire the Plaza Mayor (the central square) and the buildings that surround it, including the Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palace of Lima. You’ll then travel a few blocks to the San Francisco Monastery, famous for its catacombs where over 250,000 bones rest.
• Later you will visit one of Peru’s finest museums, the Larco Museum. Located in the cultural and historical district of Pueblo Libre, the museum boasts the world’s largest collection of gold and silver items from ancient Peru. It also holds a famous collection of erotic artifacts from the Moche civilization, including masterpieces of Pre-Columbian art that have been showcased around the world.
• After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel in Lima and have the remainder of the day to spend at your leisure.

Day 3 : Arrival to Trujillo & Sun and Moon Temple Tour

• After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your transfer to the airport for your flight to Trujillo. Upon arrival, a Peru For Less representative will meet you and take you to your confirmed Trujillo hotel.
• You will start your adventure with a private guided Trujillo city tour to see all the main colonial, governmental, and religious sites in this beautiful city.
• After lunch, you will tour the colorful Moche Temples of the Sun & Moon, located right outside of the city.
• Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel in Trujillo and exploring the city at your leisure. 

Day 4 : Chan Chan Tour & Visit to Huanchaco and El Brujo

• In the morning you will be taken to the bus station for the journey to another remarkable archeological site: the ancient adobe city of Chan Chan. This is the largest adobe city in the world, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was constructed by the Chimu culture around 1,300 AD. You will enjoy a private guided tour of the complex and learn about the fascinating Chimu culture and history.
• You’ll continue on to the nearby beach town of Huanchaco, a fishing village, where you will see the traditional totora boats used by fishermen.
• The last stop of the tour is the archeological complex known as El Brujo, an ancient center of commerce for more than 10 pre-Inca cultures. The complex comprises decorated walls and the mummy of a tattooed woman dating from 450 AD.
• After a long and exciting day, you’ll be taken back to your Trujillo hotel. 

Day 5 : Arrival to Chiclayo & Sipan Tour

• After breakfast, meet your private transfer for your trip to Chiclayo. Once you get there, one of our representatives will take you to your Chiclayo hotel to settle in.
• After a short rest, you’ll start your private guided tour of the Museum of the Royal Tombs of Sipán, which exhibits some of the treasures found in the tomb of the Lord of Sipán in 1987. Sipán was a large ceremonial and burial complex built by the Moche culture in approximately 250 AD. The complex is especially valuable thanks to its excellent state of preservation and protection from grave robbers and looters.
• The impressive three-story museum is one of the newest in the world. Its pyramidal shape is similar to the tomb where the Lord of Sipán was discovered with his ancient treasures. The Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum is the largest museum dedicated to just one archeological discovery and it also includes the most ample intact collection of gold relics in the Americas.
• In the evening you’ll return to your Chiclayo hotel and have the evening to relax and explore the city at your leisure.

Day 6 : Valley of the Pyramids Tour

• After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll begin a full-day guided tour of the Valley of the Pyramids. You’ll visit the archaeological complex of Tucume, built by the Sican in 1,000 AD. The vast brick pyramids were an important regional center for successive civilizations, and today are considered to be deeply spiritual, even fearsome places among local people.
• In the evening, stroll around the city and enjoy your last day along the Peruvian coast before heading inland to Cusco.

Day 7 : Arrival to Cusco & Cusco Tour

• You’ll wake up early for your flight to Cusco. You will be met at the Cusco airport by a Peru For Less representative who will take you to your Cusco hotel. As you begin to approach the historic center of Cusco, you will see examples of Spanish colonial architecture built upon the remains of ancient Inca walls. After arriving at your hotel, we advise you rest for a while to help yourself adjust to the altitude.
• Your exploration of this remarkable city starts in the early afternoon with an expert guided Cusco tour.  You will visit Cusco’s most important historical and archeological sites, including the Cusco Cathedral on the Plaza de Armas (the main square), and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Q'enko, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
• You will return to your Cusco hotel in the late afternoon. Spend the evening at your leisure.

Day 8 : Sacred Valley Tour

• Today you’ll enjoy a private tour of the Sacred Valley, where the locals maintain ancient customs such as raising cuy (guinea pigs), making chicha (a fermented corn drink), weaving beautiful textiles, and using traditional agricultural techniques to farm.
• You'll visit the lively and colorful market of Pisac, as well as the remarkable archeological site that sits hundreds of feet above the town. Agricultural terraces adorn the mountainsides and a ceremonial center sits at the top. A path leads to the peak and very well-preserved temples.
• The day will conclude at the impressive ruins of Ollantaytambo, one of the few places where the Incas were able to defeat the Spanish in battle. These magnificent ruins provide a great vantage point to look out over the valley. The streets around Ollantaytambo’s main plaza, laid out by Inca stonemasons over five centuries ago, are a superb example of Inca urban planning.
• Tonight you will stay at a peaceful hotel in the tranquil Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Day 9 : Machu Picchu Tour

• In the morning you will take a first-class train from the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu. Then you’ll take the 20-minute bus drive up to the ruins, which are secluded on top of a mountain.
• A guide will take you through the complex, where you will visit the agricultural and residential sections of the ruins, the Temple of the Sun, several impressively engineered water fountains, the Intihuatana, the Temple of the Condor, and many other areas.
• You’ll return to Aguas Calientes to spend the night in the beautiful Machu Picchu region.

Day 10 : Free Day in Machu Picchu

• Today you'll have the chance to return to the Machu Picchu ruins on your own and explore them further at your leisure. You can climb up to the Sun Gate, the entrance to Machu Picchu from the Inca Trail; cross the Inca bridge; or just enjoy the atmosphere of this grand site. You can also choose to hike the majestic Huayna Picchu mountain that forms the iconic backdrop to Machu Picchu. (Ask your travel advisor about purchasing tickets for Huayna Picchu).
• In the late afternoon, you'll head out to the train station for your return to Cusco. Make sure to be at the train station 30 minutes prior departure. You will be met at the Cusco train station and taken to your confirmed hotel. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Day 11 : Departure from Cusco

• After breakfast at your hotel, one of our representatives will meet you at your hotel and take you to the airport for your journey home.
• Alternatively, choose one of our other exciting Cusco tours or Sacred Valley activities, or browse our full range of Peru travel destinations to see how you can extend your Peru vacation.

Occupancy	3 Star	4 Star	5 Star
Double/Triple	$2,439 €1,854 £1,529	$2,809 €2,135 £1,761	$3,509 €2,667 £2,200
Single	$4,149 €3,153 £2,601	$4,909 €3,731 £3,078	$6,149 €4,673 £3,855
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Occupancy	3 Star	4 Star	5 Star
Double/Triple	$2,439 €1,854 £1,529	$2,809 €2,135 £1,761	$3,509 €2,667 £2,200
Single	$4,149 €3,153 £2,601	$4,909 €3,731 £3,078	$6,149 €4,673 £3,855
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Top Pick Lima Hotels

JW Marriott Lima Hotel 5*

Avenida Malecon de la Reserva 615, Miraflores, Lima

The glass-sculpted tower of the JW Marriott Hotel Lima is a distinctive addition to the city’s coastal skyline. Perched on a cliff above the Pacific, the hotel’s rooms offer sweeping ocean views that are particularly breathtaking at sunset when the sky lights up with red and orange hues. Located just opposite Parque Salazar and overlooking the gardens that border the cliff-side beaches, the luxurious amenities and services of this Lima hotel provide a fantastic Peru vacation experience. The gardens, shopping, casinos, restaurants, and museums that surround this 5-star Lima hotel signal a new era of luxury in which you can explore Lima's opulent past and take part in its exciting present.

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Casa Andina Select Miraflores 4*

Calle Schell 452, Miraflores, Lima

One of the new additions to the renowned Casa Andina chain of hotels, the beautiful Casa Andina Select Miraflores is ideally located right in the middle of Lima’s modern district. Parque Kennedy is just a few blocks away, with easy access to many excellent restaurants, shops, and bars, and the hotel is also close to the Larcomar shopping mall. The hotel offers the perfect combination of great service, excellent amenities, and good location, all at an affordable price. Additional facilities include a fully equipped health center, bar, and business center.

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Allpa Hotel 3*

Calle Atahualpa 199, Miraflores, Lima

Allpa Hotel, opened in July 2010, is located in the heart of the popular Miraflores neighborhood and close to many of the main attractions in Lima. Comfortable, chic, and convenient, this smart hotel is an excellent option for savvy travelers who want a great value hotel with all the modern amenities. Crisp white walls, clean finishes, and a contemporary touch characterize this modern and minimalist hotel. All rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated to create a comfortable resting area for guests. Try the excellent Italian restaurant located in the hotel's lobby.

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Top Pick Trujillo Hotels

Hotel Libertador Trujillo 5*

Jiron Independencia 485, Plaza de Armas

Hotel Libertador Trujillo, located in the main square of the city, offers you all the advantages of staying at the best hotel in town. The hotel is located within a beautiful salmon-colored colonial mansion with a courtyard and a nice pool surrounded by palm trees and lots of vegetation. The 78 comfortable and elegant rooms are all equipped with air conditioning, phone with national and international direct dialing, cable television, mini-bar, safe-deposit box, hair dryer, and 24-hour laundry and room service. The Libertador Trujillo also offers a sauna where guests can relax after a long day of sightseeing. This is truly a perfect place for a stylish Peru vacation in Trujillo.

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El Gran Marques Hotel & Spa 4*

Calle Diaz De Cienfuegos 145

Offering services and comforts that meet international standards, El Gran Marques is an ideal base from which to explore the city of Trujillo and its surrounding attractions. Located in a lovely residential area of Trujillo, El Gran Marques Hotel is within easy reach of the city's main square and only 15 kilometers from the airport. El Gran Marques features 50 guest rooms, all comfortably furnished and well equipped with modern amenities that include a restaurant, room service, internet access, a spa, a gym, a swimming pool, and laundry service.

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Top Pick Chiclayo Hotels

Casa Andina Select Chiclayo 4*

Avenida Federico Villarreal 115, Chiclayo

The Casa Andina Select Chiclayo is strategically located in the heart of Chiclayo, known as the "City of Friendship." The hotel is only 10 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the center of town. With a lovely restaurant, bar, cappuccino bar, room service, gym, spa, business center, and wireless Internet access, the Casa Andina Gran Hotel meet all guests’ needs. Best of all, when not out seeing the sights, you can lounge by the pool, surrounded by palm trees, and enjoy the tropical sun.

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Costa del Sol 3*

Avenida Balta 399, Chiclayo

This excellent 3-star hotel is committed to making your stay in Chiclayo as enjoyable as possible. Providing high quality service alongside great amenities, luxurious Costa del Sol offers a full range of facilities to enhance guests' experience in Chiclayo. Among the features of Costa del Sol are a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, casino, gym, sauna and business center. Enjoy an exquisite meal at the hotel's inviting restaurant, and sip a cocktail at the cozy bar to unwind after a long day exploring the streets of Chiclayo.  The hotel offers 82 spacious rooms, all equipped with the latest modern amenities.

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Top Pick Cusco Hotel

Aranwa Boutique Hotel 5*

San Juan de Dios 255, near Plaza Regocijo, Cusco

Inaugurated in 2010, this boutique hotel is part of the Aranwa Hotels Resorts & Spas hotel chain, which is known for providing careful attention to clients' well-being. The 5-star Aranwa Boutique Hotel in Cusco, probably the best value luxury accommodation in town, is housed in a converted 16th-century mansion. Interiors are decorated with colonial-era furniture, impressive paintings from the Cusco School (Escuela Cuzqueña), and gold-leaf plated carvings and sculptures. A convenient location between Plaza San Francisco and Plaza Regocijo places Aranwa in the midst of a new upscale neighborhood away from the bustle but within walking distance of Cusco's main square, top restaurants, and must-see museums. Each room boasts an oxygen system and a variety of soothing spa treatments, making this an ideal resting place for those who wish to acclimatize to Cusco’s high altitude in a most comfortable setting.

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Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco 4*

Plazoleta de Limacpampa Chico 473, Cusco

Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco is the most recent addition to the renowned Casa Andina Hotels. Built in a large 18th century colonial house, the hotel is ideally located in the center of Cusco, just a few blocks from the main square in the direction of Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun). Relax in the beautiful courtyard with its gurgling stone fountain, one of Cusco's most emblematic sights, and get lost in the intriguing maze of corridors that lead you to the various patios. Casa Andina's first upscale hotel in Cusco features 94 heated rooms with private bathrooms, cable television, telephones, hairdryers, and in-room safes. The hotel is equipped with a gourmet restaurant, a bar, 3 courtyards, and offers room service as well as many other excellent amenities. Discover the magic of this beautiful city while staying at Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco, where you will enjoy a warm atmosphere and outstanding service and hospitality.

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Boutique Hotel Casa San Blas 3*

Tocuyeros 566, San Blas, Cusco

Located in the artisans’ quarter of historic San Blas, this boutique hotel in Cusco is tucked into a private street. A short walk gets you to nearby restaurants, bars, artisan workshops and galleries, and the central Plaza de Armas, which is only two and a half blocks down the street. Amidst the bustle of Cusco, Boutique Hotel Casa San Blas offers an oasis of peace and tranquility that guests can look forward to after a long day exploring Inca ruins. With gorgeous wooden furnishings, a pretty terrace with umbrellas, potted plants, and colorful artwork, you will feel at home in this charming hotel. Guest rooms boast handmade colonial furniture and Andean weavings as well as lush bedding for a good night's rest. Enjoy a delicious dinner or cocktail in the downstairs restaurant before indulging in a luxurious massage in your room. The staff at this excellent-value Cusco hotel will work overtime to make your stay a pleasant one.

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Top Pick Machu Picchu Hotel

Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel 5*

Kilometer 110 Via Ferrea, Aguas Calientes

The Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel is a naturalist's haven. Idyllically nestled in the verdant Andean cloud forest, this lovely hotel is the perfect place to become immersed in the astonishing flora and fauna of the region. The eco-friendly hotel resembles an Andean village and is comprised of charming white-washed cottages decorated with modern indigenous art as well as authentic pre-Columbian artifacts. With a commitment to indulging the whims of its guests, this luxury hotel delivers impeccable service amidst a natural paradise to create a one-of-a-kind Machu Picchu vacation experience. Try some regional dishes and fusion cuisine at the excellent restaurant overlooking the Urubamba River.

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El Mapi Hotel 4*

Av. Pachacutec 109, Aguas Calientes

The recently renovated El Mapi Hotel is perfect for travelers who want to catch the sunrise over the ruins. This top Machu Picchu hotel is ideally located on a central street in the middle of Aguas Calientes village, a 5 minute walk from train station, and 2 blocks from where the buses depart for the short ride to the Machu Picchu ruins. Modern and stylish, this hotel aims to be the best in its category and offers great value services and décor. It also boasts beautifully landscaped gardens and a hot tub where guests can relax at night with a cocktail after a delicious dinner.

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Andina Luxury Hotel 3*

Avenida Imperio de los Incas S/N, Aguas Calientes

Travelers looking for comfort and convenience on a trip to Machu Picchu will be pleased with this excellent hotel. Andina Luxury Hotel is situated just 200 meters from the train station and boasts 31 fully-equipped and tastefully decorated rooms. Each accommodation features wooden furnishings, a large bed covered with comfortable bed linens, and some rooms provide breathtaking views of the river. Andean art adds the finishing touch to the room. All accommodations come with Internet, an LCD cable television, and air-conditioning. The hotel also serves guests with a restaurant, bar, sauna, and gym.

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Top Pick Sacred Valley Hotel

Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel 5*

Huayllabamba-Urubamba

Built on the grounds of a seventeenth century colonial hacienda, along the tranquil banks of the Vilcanota River, the Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel is the picture-perfect place for a countryside retreat. The hotel showcases a fusion of minimalist interior designs and colonial style buildings, all surrounded by sweeping views of the breathtakingly beautiful Sacred Valley.

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Casa Andina Private Collection Valle Sagrado 4*

5to Paradero, Yanahuara

A prominent member of the Casa Andina chain, the Private Collection is a luxurious Sacred Valley hotel, comfortably nestled in the heart of the valley only 10 minutes from the ruins of Ollantaytambo. Combining relaxation in its luxurious spa with sports activities such as bike riding or hiking, this excellent hotel encompasses a range facilities and amenities to suit all taste. The hotel also features a delicious restaurant, playgrounds, a jewelry store and an on-site observatory allowing guests to admire the beautiful star-filled Andean sky.

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El Albergue Bed & Breakfast 3*

Av. Ferrocarril, Ollantaytambo

Adjacent to the Ollantaytambo train station, this quaint bed & breakfast is nicely located at the midpoint between Cusco and Machu Picchu, making it the perfect place to rest before visiting the mountaintop ruins, the historic city of Cusco, or the surrounding Sacred Valley attractions. This hotel originally started operating in 1925 and was the first hotel to open in the area. A 10-minute walk takes guests to the main plaza of Ollantaytambo, an original Inca city definitely worth exploring.

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• 2 nights in Lima, 2 nights in Chiclayo, 2 nights in Trujillo, 2 nights in Cusco, 1 night in the Sacred Valley, and 1 night in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) in hotels based on US standards
• Guided visits with English-speaking tour guides
• All transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts
• First class train tickets to and from Machu Picchu area (Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes, and Aguas Calientes to Cusco)

 

Additional Services in Cusco | Additional Services in Lima | Additional services in Trujillo | Additional services in Chiclayo

Additional Services in Cusco

• Full Day Tipon, Piquillajta & Andahuaylillas Tour
• Sacred Valley Full Day Horseback Riding to Maras Moray Salt Mines
• Camping at Ollantaytambo (Sacred Valley)
• Sacred Valley Full Day River Rafting
• Horseback Riding to Cachicata Inca Stone Quarries
• Bike riding
• Maras Moray Salt Mines Full Day Tour
• Horseback Riding near Cusco
• Cusco - Dinner with Folk Show
• Sacred Valley Ceramic Class

Full Day Tipon, Piquillajta & Andahuaylillas Tour

Heading east from Cusco with your guide, you will discover Tipon, a remarkable and extensive Inca site famous for beautiful gardens irrigated with fresh, cool water that runs through an intricate system of fountains. You will then continue on to Piquillajta, “the City of Fleas,” an impressive and ancient Wari ruin established in the first century. You’ll explore this administrative capital of the southern portion of the Wari Empire which dates back to pre-Inca times. As your day continues, you will travel to the small village of Andahuaylillas, home to a dazzling 17th-century church, known as the “Andean Sistine Chapel.” Built upon the site of an old Inca temple, the church’s altar is gilded in 24-carat gold leaf and adorned with both Christian and Quechua symbols.

Please note that lunch is not included in this tour and ordering a box lunch from your hotel is advised.

Type	Price per person
Group	$119
Private	$229

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Sacred Valley Full Day Horseback Riding to Maras Moray Salt Mines

Enjoy a horseback riding adventure across the Sacred Valley to the Maras Salt Mines and the Moray agricultural terraces. The tour begins near the town of Maras and continues to the salt evaporation ponds, where naturally salty stream water flows out, is funneled into polygonal-shaped pools, allowed to dry, and then collected by salt famers. The last stop is at the circular Moray agricultural terraces, believed to be an horticultural experimentation center. This is our most recommended additional service. Prices are per person for this private service (includes transfer to the Sacred Valley).

Type	Price per person
Group	$479
Private	$759

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Camping at Ollantaytambo (Sacred Valley)

Located between Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu, the campsite is situated at 2800 meters a.s.l. and is close to the Vilcanota River. From here you can see the archeological site of Ollantaytambo, just a 30 minute walk from your campsite. The following day, you can walk to the train station, only 15 minutes away, and take the train to Machu Picchu.

The campsite is accessible by road, by rafting on the river Vilcanota or by trekking.

Included:

• Stationary tents
• Dining area
• Bathrooms
• Hot showers
• Potable water
• Campfire
• Pachamanca lunch
• Hammocks
• Soccer field, badminton court, volleyball court, petanque (a game similar to bowls)

Type	Price per person
Group	$79
Private	$109

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Sacred Valley Full Day River Rafting

Raft on the River Urubamba with category 2 and 3 currents, suitable for everyone. No experience necessary. Trip lasts approximately 2 hours and provides an opportunity to see the beautiful Sacred Valley from a different perspective.

Included: First-aid kit, bilingual guide service, canoeing kit, life-jackets, oars, waterproof pants, and transportation from and to campsite.
Not included: Bottled water, food, tips.

Price per Person	$209
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Horseback Riding to Cachicata Inca Stone Quarries

Take a horseback ride to the Quarries of Cachicata. You’ll start from the Inca Bridge near the village of Ollantaytambo and cross the Urubamba River. An old Inca trail leads to Cachicata, a quarry believed to be the source of the stones used to construct the town and fortress of Ollantaytambo. This trip lasts about 4 hours.

Included: First aid kit, walkie-talkie, guide service and horses, completely equipped.
Not included: Bottled water, food, tips.

Type	Price per person
Group	$139
Private	$239

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Bike riding

Take a bike ride through the Sacred Valley where you will visit the Quarries of Cachicata and the villages on the banks of the river, such as Sillque, Chillca and others. We will return to our campsite during a pleasant 2 hour journey on the other side of the river, passing through the villages of Phiri Podra and enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Includes: bicycles, helmets, gloves, first-aid kit and guide service

Not included: bottled water, food, tips.

Price per Person	--
Pricing upon request. Please contact a Travel Advisor.

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Maras Moray Salt Mines Full Day Tour

The Inca archaeological site of Moray is the oldest known horticultural experimental center in the world. Each terraced level has a different micro-climate in which different crops can be grown. The circular terraces descend to 492 feet (150 meters) and the temperature difference between the upper and lower terraces is up to 59F (15C).

Maras, 4 km from Moray, is the site of pre-Inca salineras (salt ponds). Each terraced pond is polygonal in shape; salty water emerges from an underground spring, flows into the ponds, and evaporates with the sun. The Maras salineras are still active today and maintained cooperatively by the community.

Type	Price per person
Group	$119
Private	$239

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Horseback Riding near Cusco

This horseback riding tour will take you to the beautiful country side around the city of Cusco (minimum 2 people). Stops include the Inca archaeological sites of Sacsayhuaman, Q’enko, the Temple of the Moon, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay.

Type	Price per person
Group	$139
Private	$239

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Cusco - Dinner with Folk Show

Watch professional Peruvian dancers and musicians perform to traditional Andean music during a delicious dinner.

Price per Person	$49
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Sacred Valley Ceramic Class

Muña Restaurant in the lovely Sacred Valley provides the venue for this ceramic class. Participants will learn the basics of Peruvian pottery-making and craft a personal piece to take home. A prestigious Peruvian ceramic artist will walk you through the entire process from preparing raw clay to learning traditional painting designs and methods. You will then use the techniques you just learned to create a one of a kind work of art. This two hour class is a great introduction to Peruvian pottery-making techniques and an ideal way to learn about the current and traditional art scenes in Peru.

Note that each piece will need to be fired in the kiln and will be ready for delivery in Cusco after two days.

Included: Ceramic teacher and instruction, all materials, transportation.
Not included: Bottled water, food, tips.

Price per Person	$79
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Additional Services in Lima

• Lima Colonial Homes & History
• Dinner & Folk Show
• Half-Day Museum Tour
• Lima Gastronomic Tour
• Lima Walking Tour Around Plaza de Armas
• Lima Walking Tour Around Plaza San Martin
• Lima Walking Tour Around Barranco
• Pachacamac Ruins Tour

Lima Colonial Homes & History

This exclusive tour around the historical center will transport you back in time to Lima’s glorious colonial era, when the city was the administrative seat of Spain’s vast South American empire. You’ll visit two impressive colonial homes, learn about the underground network of tunnels connecting elite properties, see fascinating artworks, and experience the delight of a traditional Pisco Sour.

Type	Price per person
Group	$69
Private	$139

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Dinner & Folk Show

Enjoy a full traditional Peruvian dinner, along with entertainment and music by some of the country´s best dancers. The romantic rhythms of cajones, guitars, and costumed dancers are not to be missed.

Price per Person	$69
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Half-Day Museum Tour

Lima has the most comprehensive collection of museums in the country. On this tour you will visit the Larco Herrera Archaeology Museum and the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History.

Located in the cultural and historical district of Pueblo Libre, the Larco Museum boasts the world’s largest collection of gold and silver from ancient Peru and its famous erotic artifacts collection. These masterpieces of Pre-Columbian art have been showcased around the world.

The largest museum in Peru, the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History, has on display carved stone pieces dating all the way back to the Formative Period of about 1000 B.C. Additionally, the museum includes the most extensive textile collection, from the pre-ceramic period through the Inca Empire, and a grand assortment of ancient Peruvian metals.

Price per Person	$99
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Lima Gastronomic Tour

With its internationally acclaimed cuisine, Peru is fast becoming a favorite foodie destination. Taste the best Peru has to offer during this 5-hour Lima gastronomic tour and learn how to make some of the country’s classic dishes.

You’ll start with a visit to a traditional Peruvian market where you’ll sample local produce and see how the locals shop. Continue on to one of Lima’s exclusive restaurants where an expert chef will teach you how to prepare the perfect Pisco sour (the national drink of Peru) and ceviche (raw fish marinated in lime juice). Your tour will conclude with a classic lunch featuring typical Peruvian dishes. 

Price per Person	$149
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Lima Walking Tour Around Plaza de Armas

The Historic Center of Lima has been the seat of the Colonial and Republican-era governments since the Spanish foundation of the city in 1535, and for centuries before that, the area was an urban center for various indigenous groups. Until the 1940s it was also the residential area for the country’s most influential families. This lovely section of town is full of historic buildings boasting the architectural charm and grandeur of past eras.

This 3-hour historic walking tour begins at the main square (Plaza de Armas) and heads down Conde de Superunda street, before turning left onto Rufino Torrico and winding through Danmero de Pizarro, and the streets Callao, Cailloma, and Ica. You will then take a little detour to busy Avenida Tacna, and then head back into the maze on Huancavelica, Camaná, Ucayali, and Azángaro streets before returning to the main square.

The route passes all the important and lesser known official buildings, churches, and houses, with attention paid to the different architectural styles and typical balconies. More than 30 buildings are appreciated in detail, including the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo, the Church of the Nazarenes, the Church of San Pedro, Casa Osambela, and Casa Riva Agüero.

Type	Price per person
Group	$59
Private	$109

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Lima Walking Tour Around Plaza San Martin

During the presidencies of Augusto Leguía (1919-1930) and José Manuel Odría (1948-1956), the Historic Center of Lima felt the breath of modernization. Leguía celebrated the first 100 years of independence with the construction of Plaza San Martin, and a true financial center for Lima was erected. Under Odría, the avenues Abancay and Tacna were widened, and ministries moved to contemporary tower blocks.

This 3-hour walking tour begins and ends at Plaza San Martin. You will first explore all the buildings around this lovely square, which formed the center of Peruvian nightlife until the 1970s. Visitors will then walk along the Parque Universitario to busy Avenida Abancay and explore the financial district around the streets Azangaro, Lampa and Ucayali, before turning back through Jiron de la Union to Plaza San Martin.

Around 30 buildings are appreciated in detail, including the head offices of banks and insurance companies and two hotels, Bolivar and Maury. Both of these hotels claim to have invented Peru’s national drink, the delicious Pisco Sour. Lima Walks has been granted exclusive access to the roof of one of the buildings on Plaza San Martin, as well as a visit inside another historic building.

 

Type	Price per person
Group	$59
Private	$109

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Lima Walking Tour Around Barranco

This romantic, coastal neighborhood full of pastel colored buildings and crumbling balustrades has a long history as the center of bohemian life in Lima. Barranco is still the favorite location of artists and designers who have their galleries and workshops tucked into side streets. Developed as a seaside resort in the 19th century, this neighborhood has retained its laid-back, creative atmosphere.

This two hour walking tour begins at the old municipality and explores the areas around Avenida Grau, before meandering through Avenida Saenz Pena to the oceanside cliffs with breathtaking views. Visitors then continue on to the old center of the village near Church La Ermita and then on to Museo de Osma. This tour passes by typical ranchos in all possible colors, and the houses of past and present sculptors, writers, and poets, including the house of Mario Vargas Llosa.

Type	Price per person
Group	$69
Private	$119

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Pachacamac Ruins Tour

This half day tour will take you to the impressive archeological site of Pachacamac, located about 30 kilometers south of Lima. After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your guide for the drive to Pachacamac where you will enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating ruins.

Often referred to as the Machu Picchu of the pre-Colombian coastal civilizations, this incredible site was a hub of culture, pilgrimage and trade for many ancient civilizations of Peru, including the Incas, who all appreciated its central location. Founded in the first century AD, the site boasts remnants from various cultures such as the Huari, the Ichma, and the Inca.

You will be able to see the administrative structures used by these ancient cultures, as well as several pyramids which have been uncovered. The largest one is known as the Temple of Sun and made of adobe bricks. The site also features a cemetery and beautiful multicolored fresco. After the tour, you will have some time to explore the site on your own before your transfer back to your hotel in Lima.

Price per Person	$59
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Additional services in Trujillo

• Chicama Valley Tour

Chicama Valley Tour

The tour leaves Trujillo on the Pan-American Highway and travels north towards the Chicama Valley, where you will see extensive sugar cane plantations. This is where the majority of Peru’s sugar production takes place, with the two principal factories being Cartavio and Casa Grande. Before arriving to Chocope, you will turn west towards “El Brujo” (the Witch) where there is an archaeological complex formed by 3 pyramids: Cao, Partida, and Prieta. In the Prieta pyramid, the researcher Junnius Bird found evidence of human occupation dating to over 5,000 years ago. In the Cao pyramid, polychromatic paintings have been found on several levels representing prisoners, dancers, fishing scenes, war scenes and depictions of Moche mythology. In 2006, archaeologists found a tattooed mummy dubbed the Lady of Cao and carbon-dated to 450 A.D. The Lady of Cao, thought to have been an important warrior or even an important Moche leader, challenges assumptions that the Moche society was exclusively male-dominant.

Price per Person	$99
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

Additional services in Chiclayo

• Tour of the Bruning Museum and Lambayeque
• Batan Grande and the Pomac Forest

Tour of the Bruning Museum and Lambayeque

Only 12km from Chiclayo is Lambayeque, a lovely colonial town where you will visit the world renowned National Archaeological and Anthropological Museum “Heinrich Brüning”. The museum’s four stories house a collection of gold, silver and copper objects from the several cultures that flourished in the region over the past 4,000 years. After the museum you will visit local colonial houses, the longest balcony in Peru at the Logia House, the San Pedro Cathedral, and the main plaza.

Price per Person	$49
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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Batan Grande and the Pomac Forest

50km to the east of Chiclayo is Batan Grande, nicknamed the “Pantry of Gold.” It served as the religious center and funeral grounds for the Sican culture. In 1937, sensational discoveries were made, such as the decorated Golden Tumis (ceremonial knives) and many other pieces. Many of these ancient Peruvian pieces have attracted international attention. Situated in the Milk River Valley, Batan Grande is located within what is now the Pomac Forest Historical Sanctuary and includes around 30 dispersed pyramids. There is also a small onsite museum. Within the forest is a huge mesquite tree, locally known as the Millennium Tree. Across the Milk River, the Japanese archaeologist Izumi Shimada uncovered two tombs in the Parrot Pyramid filled with numerous gold pieces.

Price per Person	$59
Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information.

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