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Lima, Machu Picchu and Cusco I (6d/5n)
Lima
offers the tourist great attractions and the comfort a traveler
seeks. The rich history of the city, its beautiful beaches, great
museums, and delicious cuisine are just some of the delights you
can find in the "City of the Kings".
Cusco is a magical city filled with history and beauty. From the
stunning churches in the Plaza de Armas to the Incan ruins and
the gorgeous landscape of the Sacred Valley, this is treasured
spot that should not be missed.
PROGRAM LIMA/CUSCO/LIMA
6 days / 5 nights
Day
1: ... / LIMA
Upon arrival in Lima, meet and transfer to selected hotel.
Day
2: LIMA / CUSCO
Breakfast at the hotel
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Colonial and Modern Lima passing
by outstanding monuments such as the Government Palace,
the City Hall and the Cathedral (closed on Sundays) at the Plaza
Mayor. Visit the 17th century San Francisco Convent.
Before returning to the hotel, short tour of the modern districts
of San Isidro and Miraflores where there is a magnificient view
of the Pacific Ocean
Day
3: CUSCO / URUBAMBA / CUSCO
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the airport for flight to Cusco. Upon arrival,
meet and transfer to selected hotel. Morning at leisure
to acclimatize.
Afternoon tour of the city including the best of Cusco:
the Koricancha Temple (Temple of the Sun) and the Cathedral
with its magnificient chapels and baroque altars and paintings
from the Cusquenian School. The tour also includes the
surrounding ruins: the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the Inca
bath of Tambomachay, the labyrinth of Puca Pucara and the amphitheatre
of Kenko.
Day
4: CUSCO / MACHU PICCHU / CUSCO
Breakfast at the hotel
Early transfer to the train station for a three and a half hour
ride across the Andes to Aguas Calientes (2400 m / 7500
ft) at the foot of the mountains. Then short transportation
to the entrance of the ruins where the guided tour of the Lost
City will start. After a buffet lunch at a local restaurant,
return to Cusco.
Day
5: CUSCO / SACRED VALLEY / CUSCO
Breakfast at the hotel
Full day excursion to the Sacred Valley or Urubamba. Visit
the village of Pisac and attend the local agricultural open-market
where artisans from all over the area congregate to sell their
crafts. Buffet lunch in a countryside restaurant. Continue
to the north to visit Ollantaytambo, a fortress built during
the Inca Empire, excellent sample of military architecture NOTE: Pisac Market/Ollantaytambo fortress in SIC operates
only TUE-THU-SUN
Day
6: CUSCO / LIMA / ...
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the airport for flight back to Lima. Assistance
at the airport for connecting flights
OUR 2008 NET PRICE PER PERSON RATES (US$), TWIN BASIS:
MIN
2 PAXS
MIN
4 PAXS
De
luxe hotels
1612
1422
First
Class hotels
1222
1022
Superior
hotels
1012
822
De luxe
hotels: Miraflores Park in Lima, Monasterio in Cusco First Class hotels: Swissotel in Lima, Libertador in Cusco Superior hotels: Sol de Oro in Lima, Novotel in Cusco
INCLUDED:
Accommodation
and meals as detailed
Transfer
and sightseeing with local English speaking guide
Entrance
fees
Vistadome
service Cusco / Machu Picchu / Cusco
NOT INCLUDED:
Air transportation
LIM/CUS/LIM, USD 260 prevailing rate, subject to change without
previous advice
Airport
departure taxes USD 6.50 in Lima for domestic flights, USD 4.91
in Juliaca, USD 30.25 international departure tax
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HIGHLANDS AND PERU
