Living Peru (9 Destinations)

Guide

Operated with Bilingual English and Spanish -speaking local guide

Meals

9 breakfasts 4 lunches on day 4, 6, 7, 9 1 box lunch on day 5

Others

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4* Day 3 Arequipa: Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Private Collection Arequipa or similar 4* Day 4 Colca: Superior Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 4* Day 5-6 Puno: Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posada del Inca or similar 4* Day 7-9 Cusco: Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4* OPTIONAL EXTRA: Standard Hotel Category = El Tambo II or similar 3* Deluxe Hotel Category = Hyatt Centric San Isidro or similar 5* Standard Hotel Category = San Agustín Internacional or similar 3* Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5* Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the above itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Santa Catalina Monastery and Society of Jesus Church in Arequipa; Condor Cross in Valley & Colca Canyon; Uros and Taquile Islands in Puno; Pucara, Racchi and Andahuaylillas on the route from Puno to Cusco; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay in Cusco; Machu Picchu on day 9 and Cusco Tourist Tax (BTC ticket)

Transport

Transfers from and to airports Transfers from/to train stations in a shared vehicle Train to Machu Picchu round trip

Accommodation

9 nights' accommodation Day 1-2 Lima: Day 1-2 Lima: Standard Hotel Category = Ibis Reducto or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Hyatt Centric San Isidro or similar 5* Day 3 Arequipa: Standard Hotel Category = Maison D'Elise or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Casa Andina Private Collection Arequipa or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5* Day 4 Colca: Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Belmond Las Casitas or similar 5* Day 5-6 Puno: Standard Hotel Category = Xima Puno or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posada del Inca or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5* Day 7-9 Cusco: Standard Hotel Category = San Agustin Internacional or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5* OPTIONAL EXTRA: Pre-night in Lima: Standard Hotel Category = El Tambo II or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Hyatt Centric San Isidro or similar 5* Post-night in Cusco: Standard Hotel Category = San Agustín Internacional or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Expenses of a personal nature. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals. Meals not stated in the programme International flights to Peru Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning) International and domestic airport departure taxes Tips for driver and guide Optional visits mentioned as not included KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Day 1: Optional Magic Water Circuit with Dinner and Folkloric Show does not operate on Mondays. Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator Please note that check-in in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before time, allowed to wait in the hotel lobby If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3,400 metres (11,200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before traveling Upon arrival, it is recommended to rest for few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference, Machu Picchu is located at 2,400 meters (8,000 feet above sea level) We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons. INSTRUCTIONS Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco is not included and must arrive no later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late. Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag, or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width). Quantity Weight Size (length + width + height) = 1 one handbag or backpack 5kg/11lb 62 inches/157cm. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of four hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours on an alternate route (Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have three hours to for this purpose, additional to the four hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he/she must previously acquire an additional ticket to enter during the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone. It is forbidden the following objects: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects, and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm. NEW PLASTIC REGULATION: After the prohibition of the access of single-use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.

Flights

International flights are not included Domestic flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included