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PERU TRAVEL PLANNER
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PERU ADVENTURE 11
DAYS (11 days and 10 nights)
Daily Departures
Per Person Prices :
This
package can be easily customized to suit your
needs
DAY 1 LIMA
Reception in the Lima airport and transfer to the Hotel located in
Miraflores, Lima. (No meals)
DAY 2 PUERTO MALDONADO
Pick up from your hotel in Lima and transfer to the airport for your flight
to Pto Maldonado (airfare not included) Reception at the airport and
transportation to the WASAI Maldonado Lodge, where you will receive a
welcoming tropical fruit beverage. You will embark for a 3 to 4 1/2 hour
motorboat trip up the Tambopata river to WASAI Tambopata Lodge & Research
Center (box lunch on route). During the trip we will be able to observe the
local farms, while groups of birds pass over the boat. Opportunity to see
families of Capybaras, the largest rodents in the world. Reception,
accommodation at the lodge, and lunch. After a short rest we will have a
brief introductory walk in the forest nearby to learn basic principles of
ecology and hear some wildlife natural history . Return to the lodge for
dinner.
After dinner we will make our first visit to the forest to observe the
nocturnal life of insects, frogs of various colors, and an occasional
encounter with nocturnal mammals. We will enjoy the diverse sounds of the
jungle which will accompany our first night in amazonia. Sleep at Wasai
Tambopata Lodge.(B,L,D)
DAY 3 MACAW CLAY COLLPA
Wake up early (5 am) and travel up the Tambopata River for an our and half
to the Bahuaja- Sonene National Park. You will see a magical sunrise and it
is a great opportunity to see animals such as capybaras, tapir , Jaguar, and
deer in the surrounding virgin forest. We will observe ( from a save
distance) one of the greatest spectacle of the rainforest: Hundreds of
parrots, parakeets and macaws of varius species, enjoying their diet of
mineral salts on a river bank. We will have a hot drink and a snack whilst
watching birds and go for a short walk to look for animals such as monkeys.
We will return to to the lodge to have a late breakfast, and rest. After
lunch we will enter the verdant jungle on a special trail to observe wild
life. We will then enter the territory of peccaries, deer, and others, with
the possibility to hear or see the tracks of them, or discovering a troop of
monkeys traveling through the forest in search of food. Time permitting, we
will be able to enjoy a relaxing swim in the cascade of the cat. After
dinner we can make another trip through the jungle, search for caimans or
relax in our lodge surrounded by exotic nocturnal sounds.(B,L,D)
DAY 4 LAKE SANDOVAL
After breakfast we will make a trip in boat to the WASAI Maldonado Lodge, in
Puerto Maldonado where we will relax in our bungalows and enjoy a tasty
lunch. After lunch we will leave and travel for twenty minutes on the Madre
de Dios River, to the access trail to Lake Sandoval, a beautiful typical
rainforest oxbow lake. 5 km hike to the banks of the lake. There we will
board a canoe to paddle around the lake enjoying the beauty of the landscape
and observing the wildlife, such as kingfishers, herons, hoatzins (unique
pre historic looking birds) , monkeys, etc. If we are lucky we could see the
family of giant otters which live at the lake. We will have the opportunity
to observe piranhas eating some pieces of meat and swim in the lake!.
Prepare yourself for a spectacular sunset. It is time to begin our return
hike to the Madre de Dios River to return to Puerto Maldonado. There we will
stay in the modern and comfortable bungalows of WASAI Maldonado Lodge. After
dinner we will be able to rest or go around the city on foot or on bicycle.
We can enjoy the pool and its cascade surrounded by verdant vegetation. Rest
of the night free to enjoy the night life of this welcoming city. (B, L, D)
DAY 5 PUERTO MALDONADO - CUSCO
Breakfast and transportation to the airport where we'll take the flight to
Cusco (airfare not included).
Upon arrival at Cusco airport you will be met and driven to Hotel, where you
are advised to rest for a while to acclimatize to the altitude. In the
afternoon Cusco City Tour From 1.45pm to 6.30pm.
This tour includes the Qoricancha (temple of the sun) and the Cathedral.
The tour drives along the Circunvalacion Road up to famous fortress of
Sacsayhuaman , then to Q'enqo , Puca Pucara and Tambomachay Including
Spanish and English speaking guide. Also included in this is a tourist card,
giving you access to all the sites in the Cuzco area as a whole (i.e.,
including
outside of the City itself). Hotel Overnight. (B)
DAY 6 INCA TRAIL HIKE TO MACHU PICCHU (4 days 3 nights)
We start our trek escorted by native "quechua" porters going through
semi-arid terrain along the Urubamba river with magnificent views of snow
capped mount Veronica, later going through Llactapata, an ancient Inca
citadel that protected the entry to two valleys.
Kilometers walking: 12 Km. (Km.82 to Huayllabamba)
Altitude: Cusco (3400 m) - Chillca (2720 m) - Huayllabamba (2950 m)
(B+L+D)
DAY 7 INCA TRAIL
Today the first part of the trek takes us to the Inca Hamlet of Huayabamba.
Later, we will go through Warmiwañuska pass (4200 mt), known as "dead
woman's pass".
Kilometers walking: 12 Km. (Huayllabamba to Pacaymayo)
Altitude: Huayllabamba (2950 m.) - Pakaymayu (3600 m.)
(B+L+D)
DAY 8 INCA TRAIL
Today, we will walk on a remarkably preserved Inca Trail passing ancient
archaeological sites covered by dense jungle overgrowth, later visiting the
Phuyupatamarca (city above clouds) with spectacular view of snow covered
Andean ranges, camping at Wyñaywayna, probably the most spectacular
archaeological complex during the trek.
Kilometers walking: 16 Km. (Pacaymayo to Wiñayhuayna)
Altitude: Pakaymayo (3600 m.) - Wiñaywayna (2700 m.)
(B+L+D)
DAY 9 MACHU PICCHU
Passing through the Intipuncu (Gate of the Sun), we arrive to Machu Picchu,
the Lost City of the Incas. We will begin a complete guided tour. Rest of
the day at leisure and Hotel overnight.
Kilometers walking: 5 Km. (Wiñayhuaina to Machupicchu)
Altitude: Wiñayhuayna (2700 m.) - Machupichu (2400 m.)- Cusco (3400 m.)
(B)
DAY 10 MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
Morning at leisure in Machu Picchu to explore by your own (please take note
thet the entrance and bus fee to Machu Picchu for this day are not included
on the rate) then late in the afternoon train back to Cusco, to the hotel
and overnight. (B)
IMPORTANT NOTE OF INCA TRAIL
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KIDS under 12 years old or students up to 25 years old Discount $25.-usd per
person.
We requires a reservations of minimun 2 months working days in advance to
confirm the trip.
Note: To apply to this discount It is necessary to send us your scan copy
ISIC (International Student Identity Card).Without this copy we will not be
able to make the discount. The group is form by 16 persons
*Remember to take your original passport and isic card on the inca trail
because without them you are not going to be able to do the hiking and take
only the necessary items for the 2/1 days trek,the rest of your luggages you
can leave it at your hotel in Cusco (most of hotels and hostals has an
storage where to keep until your return)
HEIGHTS:
Cusco City: 3,360 m.a.s.l.
Machu Picchu: 2,400 m.a.s.l.
Urubamba Valley: 2,850 m.a.s.l.
Inca Trail highest point: 4,200 m.a.s.l.
YOU SHOULD BRING
-Personal sleeping bag
-Warm Jacket or Sweater
-RainGear (from nov to april)
-T-shirt , short, long pants.
-Back pack, trekking shoes, sandals
-Sun Hat , wool hat , sun glasses
-Water bottle,flash light, hat
-Personal clothing for trek
-Insect repellent – Suncream
-Personal medication
-Water Purification Tablets.
-Towels
-Toilet paper,
-Extra US$50 changed in soles for any emergency and for tipping the porters,
use the hot shower on day 3 - 2 soles and for luch on day 4
THE SERVICE INCLUDES:
-Transportation to head of trail.
-Entrance ticket to Inca Trail.
-Tents, and camping equipment.
-Meals as specified in the above itinerary.
-Porters and cook.
-Professional bilingual guide.
-Train ticket back to Cusco (Backpacker).
-Mattress.
NOT INCLUDES:
-Lunch at 4th day.
For the Inca trail hike tour please note that the following extra services
are not included and available upon request
*sleeping bag rental US $ 35.00 per person for the 4 days available upon
request
*extra porter for your personal items: Available for US$125 for 16 pounds
for the 4days 3nights
WE RECOMMEND YOU TO:
- Use boots during treks and sneakers during long walks.
- Drinking lots of liquids on long excursions, specially during the Inka
Trail
- Always taking an umbrella or rainwear.
MEALS:
Breakfast varies from day to day and can include:
- tea, coffee or hot chocolate
- pancakes or bread (with butter/jam)
- eggs (fried, omelet) or Fruit
Lunches (the last day lunch is not included) Lunch includes:
- Soup
- Seconds (spaghetti or rice with veggies and meat)
- Tea or coffee 3 Dinners (the last day dinner is not included) Dinner
consists of:
- Soup
- Seconds (fish or chicken accompanied by potatoes en vegetables) -Tea or
coffee
PARK REGULATIONS:
The Inca Trail is part of the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, a protected area of
32,592 hectares, managed by the National Institute of Natural Resources,
INRENA. Every visitor must obey park regulations prohibiting littering,
cutting or damaging trees, removing or damaging stones of ruins and the
Trail, removing plants, killing animals, lighting open fires or camping in
the archeological sites (Only authorized campsites can be used).
DAY 11 TRANSFER OUT
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima (airfare not included) in
time to get your international flight and end of the services. ( B )
END OF OUR SERVICES
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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.
Note : We can replace above Hotels with other one with the same characteristics
in the case that it becomes necessary for operative and other reasonable causes.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE FEE
Entrance to the protected area of Tambopata (INRENA TAX) is USD 24 per person.
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 flights and items of personal nature.
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Testimonials
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Parikh
Date:
Thu,16 Jul 2009
Hello all the folks at Peru Gateway Travel,
We had a fantastic time in Peru. We thank you all for making
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The only concern is that the accommodation in Cusco was below
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Once again, thanks a lot for making our trip to your country a
memorable one. All the guides, especially Guillarmo in Lima
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Date:
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Date:
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Date:
Mon, 6 Jul 2009
We have
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I want to thank you for all the arrangements you made. The
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Date:
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We arrived home at 4 o'clock in the
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culture. We will always remember the Inti Raymi festival in Cusco. I
am so glad we were able to see that. Of course Machu Picchu was also
a great highlight. And, Michael and I also very much liked Arequipa.
We didn't know much about that city, but we had a very great time
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