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NOTE: The tour begins in Cusco Peru on June 20th, 2012, domestic airfares
are not included in the package price, nevertheless we can easily arrange them
upon request, as well as Lima overnight and airport transportation
This
package can be easily customized to suit your
needs
DAY 1: JUNE/20 CUSCO PICK UP (WEDNESDAY)
Upon arrival to Cusco Airport. Reception and transportation to
the Hotel where you will receive an aromatic coca tea to
stimulating for the height, will have the day to rest and also
we suggest you have a light lunch either at your hotel or in one
of the surrounded. At night pick up and according time to go a
Dinner Show in a tourist Restaurant then overnight (D).
DAY 2: JUNE/ 21 SACRED VALLEY TOUR (THURSDAY)
Breakfast. You will be picked up at 8:15 am. Full day excursion
to the Urubamba Valley visiting: The colorful Indian market in
Pisac where a mixture of color, tradition will be able
appreciated. Pisac is located to the entrance of the Sacred
Valley followed by Ollantaytambo. Most people visit Pisac to see
the market on Sunday, but there are smaller markets on both
Tuesday and Thursday. However Pisac is a pretty village and has
plenty of small handicraft shops and is worth a visit on any day
of the week as is a good place to buy the local ceramics
including a huge and varied collection of hand-painted multi-coloured
beads. Lunch in a typical restaurant in Urubamba then we
continue with Ollantaytambo which is an attractive little town
located at the western end of the Sacred Valley, considered the
older town continuously occupied of the American continent is
located at the foot of some spectacular Inca ruins which
protected the strategic entrance to the lower Urubamba Valley.
The narrow streets of Ollantaytambo, along with their channels
that have not varied from the Inca time, evoke their ancestral
inheritance, and then finish visiting Chinchero.
Chinchero is a small Andean Indian village located high up on
the windswept plains of Anta at 3762m about 30km from Cusco and
is believed to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. Its
major claim to tourism is its colorful Sunday market which is
much less tourist-orientated than the market at Pisac. At the
end, return to Cusco arriving at 6:30pm approximately at the
main plaza.
The night is free for you to eat in a restaurant of your choice;
although we always have plenty of suggestions for you should you
require them. (B, L)
Note: Take this tour on market days: Tuesday, Thursday
and Sunday // Bilingual Guided tour on different days
DAY 3: JUN/22 MACHU PICCHU TOUR (FRIDAY)
Early breakfast and pickup to go the train station to depart to
Machu Picchu, the trip takes about 4 hours. During the trip we
will have an amazing view of the landscapes of the Sacred Valley
of Urubamba and the Amazon rainforest providing you a small hint
of how much Peru has to offer. Upon arrival to the little town
of Aguas Calientes you will have to approach the bus station
towards Machupicchu the “Lost City of the Incas” (Only 20
minutes ride) to receive a professional guided tour by this Huge
Historical Sanctuary visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular
Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of
the Three Windows and various burial grounds follow by some free
time to explore the zone on your own and experience the energy
and force contained therein, an according time, we will go down
to the Aguas Calientes town to relax at the hot springs or just
overnight at the select lodging in Aguas Calientes town. (B,L).
TRAIN SERVICES:
The Hiram Bingham is the most luxurious way to journey between
Cusco and Machu Picchu. For many visitors a trip to Machu Picchu
is a once in a lifetime experience, and the Hiram Bingham
assures a magical journey, never to be forgotten.
The carriages are painted a distinctive blue and gold and the
interiors are luxurious, warm and inviting with elegant
decoration in the style of the 1920's Pullman trains.
Each of the carriages has been furnished in polished wood and
brass with large chairs and plenty of space to stretch out. As
you board, the tables are exquisitely laid, ready for your meal,
with gleaming crystal and polished cutlery.
On board you will be served by a team of dedicated waiters who
will attend to your every need and make sure your journey is as
comfortable and luxurious as you imagined.
The Vistadome connect your senses through a sophisticated and
sensory travel experience; is the ideal train for those who want
to be in contact with the environment and appreciate the
wonderful journey to Machu Picchu.
Surrounded entirely by glass and wagons with large panoramic
windows offering incomparable scenic views and innumerous
opportunities to capture amazing pictures, Vistadome travelers
feel connected and part of the impressive landscape of Peru.
The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather
seats that adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation
during the entire trip and has a different service, which allows
the visitor to be immersed and feel the Andean culture through
its landscapes, music, dance and even food carefully prepared
with local ingredients
The Expedition is a travel experience with all the quality and
benefits at a lower cost. Is a service designed for the
traveler’s comfort, with four passenger seats located in front
of each other, so you can share your experience, and for the
faithful backpack that is always with you we offer racks placed
above the seats. Also, this train has panoramic windows, air
conditioning and heating, and Andean music that creates a
cheerful atmosphere.
DAY 4: JUN/23 MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (SATURDAY)
Breakfast and rest of day at leisure by your own (Entrance and
bus fee to Machu Picchu included on this day) in the afternoon
return to Cusco. Reception at the train station and transfer to
the Hotel where it passed the night (B).
Upon request: You can make a second visit to Machu Picchu and
have the chance to know hidden places, such as the Intipunku
(Gate of the Sun) or for more adventures can take a hike to the
top of Huayna Picchu (Young Mountain) to visit the Temple of the
Moon and enjoy a spectacular view of the city. Or if you have
good physical conditions can take a hike full of adrenaline to
the Putukusi mountain opposite position than Machu Picchu which
allows us to have other unforgettable views from this new
wonder.
DAY 5: JUNE/24 INTI RAYMI (SUNDAY)
Now that you've visited the great Inca’s architectural
achievements it will be apparent to you that the Sun was the
main deity worshiped in the Inca culture. Cusco celebrates the
Inti Raymi with occasion of the winter solstice -the solar new
year - for a town which main cult object was the god Inti (the
sun). In time of the Incas was a religious ceremony, now it is a
theater representation. However this expression generates a
feeling of identity in the town that evokes values and memories
that are still excellent in our days, it also brings to the
memory a time that lives in the heart of the town of Cusco (Qosqo).
The Inca gives a traditional oration, calling for blessings from
the sun, fabled to be the origin of the Inca rulers. From here,
the Inca, carried on a golden throne, leads the procession
through the ancient city of Cusco up to Sacsayhuaman in the
hills above city. Transfer to the ruins where you have
reservations to watch the reenactment of the ancient ceremony of
sacrificing a llama to the Pachamama, Mother Earth (don't worry,
the llama sacrifices is simulated!), to ensure the fertility of
the earth and warmth from the sun.
This special day also includes The New Fire Celebration. No
fires were allowed in the city this day until the fire created
by hollow mirror was used to concentrate the sunlight onto
animal fur and kindling. Only then were all other fires started
from this source.
You will also see the Inca representative carried on a litter
and toasted with chicha (a fermented drink). With an the
appropriate finale the Inca gives a speech expressed in the
original, Quechua language. Afternoon transfer to the Hotel and
overnight. (B, Box Lunch).
DAY 6: JUNE/25 CUSCO CITY TOUR (MONDAY)
Breakfast and morning free; in the afternoon we will depart on a
guided city tour, where tourist have the opportunity to visit 6
places (entrance to the archaeological centers and museums
including) we will visit the Main square, Cathedral, the
Koricancha (temple of the sun) and in addition we will make a
route bordering archaeological centers like Sacsayhuaman
Fortress, Q'enko, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, tour finishes
6:30pm approximately at the main square in order you can take
dinner in one of the exquisite restaurants in the area, then
overnight. (B)
NOTES:
*City tour: from 1.45pm to 6:30pm approx. (Pickup from the hotel
starts at 1:15pm)
*Optional Buffet Dinner with Folkloric Show: Adding $30 per
person
DAY 7: JUNE/26 TRANSFER OUT (TUESDAY)
Breakfast and according time, transportation will be provided to
go the airport (B).
INCLUDES: All hotel and lodge accommodations based on double or
single occupancy. All scheduled transportation. All transfers. All scheduled
excursions with English-speaking guide services. All entrance fees. Meals as
specified in the itinerary. B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner.
IMPORTANT: For a better service, the company informs you that it has
autonomy to change the Hotels mentioned in the itinerary with another one of
similar category if therefore sees it by advisable taking into account
justifiable availability of spaces or other reasons, if this it is the case
you will be notified ahead of time.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE FEE
International and domestic airfares, airport departure taxes or visa fees,
excess baggage charges, additional nights during the trip due to flight
cancellations, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages or bottled water,
snacks, insurance of any kind, laundry, phone calls, radio calls or
messages, reconfirmation of international flights and items of personal
nature.
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