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8 days tour

Peruvian Highlights (Train To Machu Picchu, 8 Days)

$ 2,467 .00 USD

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Peruvian Highlights (Train To Machu Picchu, 8 Days)

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Lima: Get to know this magnificent clifftop city. Itโ€™s steeped in history and pretty architecture. But weโ€™re all about the epic food. Lima: Cameras ready. Itโ€™s not every day you get a birdโ€™s eye view of the Amazon rainforest Puerto Maldonado: Weโ€™ll make our way through the lush green Amazon rainforest at our Jungle Lodge in Puerto Maldonado. Thereโ€™s no better way to reconnect with nature! Puerto Maldonado: Cusco: Feel those butterflies of excitement as you board a plane to the Peruvian city. Itโ€™s the former capital of the Inca Empire. Cusco: Your chance to pick up some mementos at San Pedro Markets and then see Cusco Cathedral, San Blas and Coricancha. Sacred Valley: See this former heartland of the Incan Empire and hike around the Pisac ruins. Sacred Valley: The sleepy town will give you a taste of local life in the Sacred Valley. Donโ€™t forget to pick up some mementos at the market. Cusco: AKA โ€˜corn beerโ€™. This ceremonial bevvy was the drink of choice for Incan nobility. Machu Picchu: Feel the goosebumps of excitement as you glide into Aguas Calientes and get ready to start this life-changing experience. Machu Picchu: Itโ€™s the moment youโ€™ve been waiting for! Time to explore the Incan citadel with your new Contiki fam. #travelgoals Sacred Valley: Learn about the vibrant Andean art of weaving & goldsmithing in Pisac Qolque. Every penny you spend here helps them preserve their time-worn cultural identities & form of self-expression.

Flights

Internal flight included. *** All other flights are not included.

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Contiki 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. For guests travelling with Contiki from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guestsโ€™ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

Transport

Coach, Mini-Van, Plane

Meals

4 Dinner (D) 7 Breakfast (B) 2 Lunch (L)

Guide

Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides

Accommodation

7 nights in Hotels

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Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Peruvian Highlights (Train To Machu Picchu, 8 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Lima
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Lima

      Welcome to Lima! Steeped in Spanish colonialism yet buzzing with modern metro vibes, this place is sure to ignite your love for Peru. Spend your morning marveling at lavishly decorated churches and an underground tunnel cemetery overflowing with bones or catacombs, then hit the Barranco district this afternoon to get a feel for its bohemian ambiance. A stroll over the Bridge of Sighs is also a must. And of course no trip to Lima is complete without devouring at least one portion of ceviche โ€“ itโ€™s a pretty massive deal in the city. Round off the day watching the sun set over the Pacific, most likely with a pisco sour in handโ€ฆ

  • Day 2 Day 2: Lima To Jungle Lodge
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Lima To Jungle Lodge

      Weโ€™ll catch a flight to the city of Puerto Maldonado in Peruโ€™s southern jungle. Weโ€™ll have lunch on the river as we travel upstream by a traditional Peruvian boat to our Contiki Special Stay Rain forest Lodge in the mighty Amazon jungle, where weโ€™ll try to spot toucans, macaws and capybaras along the way. A quick tour of the city will reveal colorful fruit stalls, open air markets, and locals going about their day. But now weโ€™re back underway and we just want to get to the jungle. Our lodge is a special experience in itself! Located in then luscious rainforest and made from wood and clay, its open walls leave you sleeping virtually amongst the rainforest! After you settle in, weโ€™ll get a different take on the jungle as we take a hike to the canopy tower. After climbing the 100ft of stairs you will be provided with a birds-eye view of the rainforest! Home to monkeys, birds, bromeliads and other jungle life, this is the ultimate way to see the jungle. After dinner you can experience something really different, heading out to look for caiman, a member of the alligator family native to the Amazon. Scan the shores with flashlights and see if you can catch the red gleam of the light as it reflects off of the caimanโ€™s eyes.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Jungle Lodge
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Jungle Lodge

      With another day at the jungle lodge, keep your eyes peeled for a wildlife like the giant otter, monkeys, tropical birds, bromeliads and other jungle life, this is the ultimate way to see the jungle.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Jungle Lodge To Cusco
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Jungle Lodge To Cusco

      Wave goodbye to your jungle home, and say hello to Cusco. Spend today exploring the beautiful city of Cusco - wander the main plaza, visit the Tread Right support weaving centre or feed your sweet tooth with a visit to the chocolate museum.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Cusco To Sacred Valley
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Cusco To Sacred Valley

      Heading out of Cusco and bound for the Sacred Valley on our private coach, this is where our journey into the ruins and mystique of this land truly begins. Weโ€™ll stop off to witness the ancient Incan art of weaving in practice by a group of talented local artisans. Throughout the journey, pay close attention to your surrounds โ€“ thereโ€™s the chance to spot the Incan farming technique of terracing. Want to know what the Peruvians do for fun? Youโ€™ll get the chance to play the traditional game of โ€œSapoโ€, and exactly what that entails weโ€™ll leave to the imaginationโ€ฆ Our explorations of the Sacred Valley will begin with a guided tour of the Pisac and Ollantaytambo ruins. Our Local Guide will give you the d-l on both, visiting the circular terraced Pisac ruins first which date back to the 1400โ€™s. Moving on to Ollantaytambo, base camp for those taking the trek tomorrow, weโ€™ll appease dry mouths with some homemade Chicha de Jora brew. This tiny town may be small in geographical terms, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in attitude, with artisan shops and cafes spilling out onto streets, and the roaring Urubamba river providing the perfect natural background noise. For those embarking on the Inca trail tomorrow this is your final chance to stock up on last minute essentials (socks, socks and more socks). For all others, spend your time soaking in the vibes, hanging with other travellers and just getting a feel for this iconic little town.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Sacred Valley To Aguas Calientes Or Inca Trail Trek
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Sacred Valley To Aguas Calientes Or Inca Trail Trek

      For those embarking on our epic 1 day trek, weโ€™ll grab a packed lunch and catch the train to KM104 and the start of a day to remember. With just 3.5 hours on foot and 13-kilometres to cover, the enchanting site that awaits us will make it all worthwhile. Descending into the site weโ€™ll take in Huayna Picchu โ€™Little peakโ€™ โ€“ the iconic peak youโ€™ll have seen in every picture ever โ€“ marvelling at the incredible handiwork of the ancient Incas. Satisfaction levels at an all-time high and with a big olโ€™ smile on your tired face, weโ€™ll head back to Aguas Calientes and a squishy hotel bed you couldnโ€™t be more deserving of. For those not embarking on the Inca Trail, the morning is yours to enjoy the surrounding lush mountains of Aguas Calientes. Can you feel the excitement mounting? Yep โ€“ those are pretty much the feels when Machu Picchu is quite literally on the horizon. This afternoon weโ€™ll hop on the train to Aguas Calientes, a cute town in its own right complete with roaring river, quaint bridges and local haunts, but most famously known as the gateway town to Machu Picchu. Weโ€™ll meet up with those who opted for the one day trek, and basically spend the evening hyping each other up for whatโ€™s to come tomorrow.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Aguas Calientes To Cusco Via Machu Picchu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Aguas Calientes To Cusco Via Machu Picchu

      Excitement levels at an all-time high, the day weโ€™ve all been waiting for is finally here โ€“ itโ€™s Machu Picchu time! This is one big old tick off the life goals list, so enjoy every single second of it. Built around 1450 at the height of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the new world. Weโ€™ll be treated to a guided tour of the site taking in such wonders as the Temple of the Three Windows and Wayana Picchu (the peak youโ€™ll of seen in every Machu Picchu image ever), and of course youโ€™ll have some alone time to explore the area as only you can do. Back on the train weโ€™ll de-brief on our once-in-a-lifetime experience as we head back to Cusco. Last time round was all about getting acquainted with the city, so now youโ€™ve got youโ€™re bearings you can really get lost amongst the market stalls and cobbled streets, maybe even going truly local by trying out a serving of cuy.

  • Day 8 Day 8: End Cusco
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: End Cusco

      Itโ€™s time to say adios to your travel buddies as your trips ends after breakfast. Craving more? Why not jump on our Bolivian Magic trip? Please Note: If you opt in to the Rainbow Mountain Hike and Massage, we recommend booking post-accommodation or a late night return flight.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 35

This experience is exclusive for travelers from 18 years old, ID must be showed.

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