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Explore the "City of the Kings" and see the Cathedral, Government Palace, Archbishop’s Palace, City Hall and visit San Francisco Monastery, famous for its catacombs Journey to the marvelous citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World Discover Sacsayhuaman, Coricancha and the famous San Pedro market before enjoying a magical evening featuring an entertaining folklore show Visit the famous Pisac Market where local indigenous communities sell their wares and produce. Learn how to prepare the local empanada. Take a train expedition to Machu Picchu. Visit the workshop of local pottery artist Pablo Seminario Visit the famous Pisac Market where local indigenous communities sell their wares and produce. Visit the workshop at Mrs. Ernestina’s Empanada Shop, a family business since 4 generations and learn how to make empanadas before getting a taste. Machu Picchu: Visit Coricancha, or the ’Temple of the Sun’, the most important temple in the Incan Empire. Lake Titicaca: Visit to Unos Islands & island of Taquile Visit Coricancha, or the ’Temple of the Sun’, the most important temple in the Incan Empire Visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, a UNESCO World Heritage Site All internal air included in trip cost Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted Many meals included Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences City orientation tours Extensive variety of Choice Experiences On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

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All guests travelling with Costsaver through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Accommodation

Hilton Garden Inn Lima Ava Valle Sagrado Spot San Agustin Plaza Taypikala Lago

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8 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L) 2 Dinner (D)

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Lima (2 Nights)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Lima (2 Nights)

Welcome to the Peruvian capital and ‘City of the Kings’, Lima. Rising above a long coastline of crumbling cliffs this city has a real sense of faded yet romantic grandeur, with historical sights a plenty and a culinary scene that is revered the world over. Settle in to your hotel and meet up with your Travel Director this afternoon, then the rest of the day is free to explore. Head to Parque del Amor to admire the Gaudí style architecture with beautiful views over Lima Bay, or take a wander around popular and bustling Miraflores.
Day 2 Day 2: Lima Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lima Sightseeing And Free Time

Visit the famous Plaza Mayor and Cathedral as well as the Government Palace, Archbishop’s Palace and City Hall. Delve into the dark history of the San Francisco Monastery, a museum featuring mysterious catacombs. Your afternoon and evening are free to join one of our exciting choice experiences. Take a walking tour with a local expert of the lively Miraflores district highlighting the Boardwalk of Miraflores, a cliff rising above the ocean at around 130 feet and the Larcomar shopping area. Or, indulge your taste buds on a food tour through Barranco or a street food tour – from coffee to churros - through Lima’s city center. In the evening, opt to visit the colorful, musical Magic Water Fountains of Lima.
Day 3 Day 3: Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley (2 Nights)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley (2 Nights)

Flying into Cusco, welcome to the Incan capital of the world! Boasting the richest heritage of any South American city, Cusco is a wealth of archaeological greatness and the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent. It’s also the gateway to Machu Picchu, so throbs day and night with visitors exploring its ancient streets. Take in the ornate temples and Incan ruins as you arrive here. On the way to Sacred Valley, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during your visit to Chinchero Sunday market, still a very original market where you can find fruit and vegetable vendors as well as the occasional souvenir stall. Your guide will introduce you to some local produce such as potatoes, and if you wish, you can also taste some of the fruit. MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as you learn about Chicha, a local drink made of corn and admire llamas and alpacas before making your way to the hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Machu Picchu Excursion
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Machu Picchu Excursion

Today’s the day! Up bright and early this morning, you’ll travel to the ancient little town of Ollantaytambo to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the Incan village at the base of Machu Picchu. Slowly chugging your way through the rugged lands of the Sacred Valley, feel the excitement levels build as you pass by village settlements and towering mountains, the landscape changing as you descend. Making the last leg of the journey via shuttle, you’ll finally arrive at the most famous archaeological site of South America and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu. Catching a first glimpse of this awe inspiring ancient city above the clouds is a moment you’ll never forget, so be sure to take a few minutes just to soak it all in. Take your time exploring the vast complex of fascinating ruins and let the mind boggle at how it was all built, before descending the mountain and making your way back to the Sacred Valley. Visit the local home of Mrs. Rosa. Her house goes at least 7 generations back and is a fine example of Incan architecture. Learn more about how guinea pigs are raised, as well as ancient traditions kept alive until this day.
Day 5 Day 5: Sacred Valley – Cusco (2 Nights)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Sacred Valley – Cusco (2 Nights)

Begin your day in Pisaq, famous for its local market and empanadas. Taste the local food at a women-owned and operated empanada workshop. Learn from Mrs. Ernestina how to make empanadas out of seven different kinds of flour before enjoying the empanadas for lunch. Continuing on to Cusco you’ll also stop by the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, a UNESCO World Heritage site that dates back to the 13th century, before arriving at the Incan capital of Cusco. Embark on a sightseeing tour of ancient Cusco visiting Coricancha, the Temple of the Sun and most important temple in the Incan Empire, before admiring the bounty of colonial art on display in the Cathedral.
Day 6 Day 6: Cusco Sightseeing And Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Cusco Sightseeing And Free Time

Kick off the final day of your tour joining for an optional experience. Head to Moray and Maras to see Incan farming and salt mining techniques at play or visit 17th century Piquillacta to view the pre-Incan citadel built by the Wari people. Another option is to indulge your sweet tooth with a visit to the Choco Museum to learn more about the Peruvian chocolate making process. In town, tour Cusco after dark learning the secrets of this ancient city or experience Cusco off the beaten track visiting tiny stores and cemeteries with plenty of personal stories along the way. If you’re looking for an all-day adventure, join a trip to Rainbow Mountain where you’ll take a rigorous hike through breathtaking scenery of mountains and lakes.
Day 7 Day 7: Cusco – Juliaca – Puno And Lake Titicaca (2 Nights)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Cusco – Juliaca – Puno And Lake Titicaca (2 Nights)

Having made the excellent choice to extend your stay in Peru, you’ll board a flight this morning bound for busy Juliaca. Driving through the rolling hills of the Lago Umayo peninsula you’ll pay a visit to the Sillustani Burial Towers before arriving into Puno, which is nestled on the ’Ocean of the Andes’. Explore the regal plaza and charming, crumbling buildings and take a first good look at Lake Titicaca, the largest lake in South America and the highest navigable body of water in the world.
Day 8 Day 8: Lake Titicaca Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Lake Titicaca Sightseeing

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER when you venture out onto the vast, rolling waters of Lake Titicaca this morning, believed by the Andeans to be the ’birthplace of the sun’. Make your way to the Uros Islands, a unique set of floating islands that are home to the Uros people, who live just as their ancestors have done for hundreds of years and rely on the buoyant Totora reeds to provide them with housing, boats, and even food. Visit the Island of Taquile, where the red colored sands contrast spectacularly with the glistening blue of the lake, to learn more about the stone work and weaving cultures of the island. Enjoy a fresh fish lunch at a local restaurant, before heading back to Puno for the evening.
Day 9 Day 9: Puno And Lake Titicaca – Juliaca – Depart Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Puno And Lake Titicaca – Juliaca – Depart Lima

Taking one final look a that gorgeous expanse of blue, you’ll leave Puno this morning as you travel back to Juliaca to catch your included flight to Lima. Whether heading home immediately or spending a few extra days in Peru’s bustling capital city, we’ll look forward to meeting you again some time soon! Departure times for the included flight from Juliaca to Lima vary. Please book international flight from Lima on departure day at earliest from 6pm onwards.

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Peru Explorer (Puno And Titicaca, 9 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Peru Explorer (Puno And Titicaca, 9 Days)

Day 1: Arrive Lima (2 Nights)

Day 2: Lima Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 3: Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley (2 Nights)

Day 4: Machu Picchu Excursion

Day 5: Sacred Valley – Cusco (2 Nights)

Day 6: Cusco Sightseeing And Free Time

Day 7: Cusco – Juliaca – Puno And Lake Titicaca (2 Nights)

Day 8: Lake Titicaca Sightseeing

Day 9: Puno And Lake Titicaca – Juliaca – Depart Lima

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