Flights

Internal flights included All local flights are included in the cost of your tour unless otherwise noted. It is important that we have your passport information at the time of booking in order to process these tickets. Internal flight tickets are issued locally and will be given to you prior to the flight departure. ***International flights are not included***

Meals

9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

Guide

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout, local guides

Transport

Private van, plane, train, boat

Others

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cusco Planetarium, Cusco Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women’s Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Family Journeys Moment: Piuray Lake Picnic, Piuray Lake. Arrival transfer. Sacred Valley tour including Ollantaytambo ruins. Guided tour of Machu Picchu. San Pedro Market visit. Machu Picchu Museum visit. Three-day (2 nts) excursion to an Amazon rainforest lodge. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hygieneprotocol

As of October 1, 2021 G Adventures’ Vaccinated Tours Policy applies:  All travelers must meet the G Adventures requirements for joining their tours.  The majority of tours require travelers to be fully vaccinated and the full/final COVID-19 vaccination must be at least 14 days before the first day of the tour.  There are some tours and departures that are only ‘Travel-Ready’ which means all travelers must be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours before the first day of the tour.  Please, double check with the G Adventures Support Team about the requirements of your tour and departure date. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 below** Travel with Confidence & Vaccinated Tours As we continue to see vaccine mandates shifting and countries evolving COVID-19 policies, we have continued to monitor and adjust our policies in line. Based on this, we will be making some adjustments to our Vaccinated Tours and Travel with Confidence policy in 2023. Tours departing on or after March 31, 2023 we will no longer be requiring all travellers to be vaccinated to travel with G Adventures. However, we still strongly recommend that all travellers are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to travelling. As per our existing policy, it is the travellers responsibility to ensure they are aware of and adhere to the regulations of the country they are visiting. Please remember to ensure that your travellers have adequate travel insurance to protect them should their travel plans change, this should include trip disruption and COVID-19 coverage. Our National Geographic Journeys, National Geographic Family Journeys and G Expedition will remain fully vaccinated for all departures . You can read more about these policies here: https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/  Leading up to March 31, 2023 our tours will continue to be Vaccinated Tours and you can look for the Vaccinated Tours icon to indicate which departures are vaccinated and which will not require a vaccination as we move forward with this change. You can find more information on our Travel with Confidence landing page https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/  or as well as on Sherpa.  Thank you for your continued support as we navigate these updates. ** Updated Vaccine Mandate Changes as of 16 December 2022 above**

Accommodation

Hotels (7 nts), Amazon Lodge (2 nts)

Not included:

Others

1. All parents/guardians are required to supervise their children at all times throughout the tour and may not leave their child under the supervision of the CEO, local guides, drivers, etc. Children are not to be left unattended. 2. MACHU PICCHU REGULATIONS Current and correct passport details are required at time of confirmation. For more details please see the following page . Please also note that regulations have been implemented for all visitors to Machu Picchu which require that different circuits be followed within the site as a way to relieve crowding. The new circuit-based entrance tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. We will do all that is possible to get everyone traveling in a group on the same route, but be aware that it is possible that members of the same group might be visiting Machu Picchu on a different circuit and not be together during this visit. Rest assured that regardless of the circuit you will enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the site. 3. INTERNATIONAL TICKET NUMBER All travellers are required to pay the tax on domestic flights in Peru. Foreign travellers are exempt form this, and proving you are indeed a foreign traveller can be done by providing us with your international ticket number (ITN). Travellers who do not submit international ticket numbers at least 30 days prior to Day 1 of their tour will be required to pay the domestic tax on all included flights. 4. ITINERARY PACE This is a very fast paced itinerary which covers lots of ground. While this is great as it allows us to see a huge amount in the available time, it also means some early starts. 5. FAMILY INSURANCE Options for family travel insurance are available. Please enquire with your Family Trip Specialist for more information. 6. Please note that on all Family Adventures one adult can only accompany up to two minors. If you have over two minors planning on travelling then a second adult will be required to attend. 7. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.Lima - Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) - Lima City Tour (40USD per person) Moray - Moray and Maras Salt Mines Excursion (84USD per person) Aguas Calientes - Hot Springs Visit (6USD per person) - Mandor Waterfall Hike (20PEN per person) Cusco - Cusco city tour with Sacsaywayman (81USD per person) - Chocolate Making Workshop (15USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Optional

Lima - MALI & Peruvian Paso Horse with dinner (90USD per person) - Lima City Tour (65-85USD per person) - Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) - Full Day Lima Experience (150USD per person) - Huacas and Larco Museum by Night (90USD per person) - Bike Miraflores and Barranco (30USD per person) Piuray Lagoon - Stand-up Paddleboarding Piuray Lagoon (45-48USD per person) - Kayaking Piuray Lagoon (45-48USD per person) - Piuray Lake Walk (Free) Moray - Moray and Maras Salt Mines Excursion (84USD per person) Aguas Calientes - Mandor Waterfall Hike (3USD per person) - Hot Springs Visit (3USD per person) Cusco - Sacsayhuamán Ruins Visit (81USD per person) - Chocolate Making Workshop (40PEN per person)

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

Day 1: Lima

Welcome to Lima–your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travelers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.

Transport:
- Airport Transfer

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)

Additional Notes: 1) The Lima Cooking Class comes highly recommended for families with children keenly interested in cooking, and learning more about local cuisine and ingredients. Please note, the pisco sour offered during the cooking class is for adults only.

2) Note that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

3) There are some very early morning starts on this trip to make the best use of our time and see as much as we can of Peru as we can.
Day 2 Day 2: Lima/Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lima/Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)

Board an early flight to Cusco, the gateway to Peru’s Inca heartland. Take in spectacular Andean scenery as we drive north into Urubamba Valley—also known as the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Arrive at Piuray Lake, an azure oasis framed by snowcapped peaks. Enjoy a lakeside lunch and soak up free time amid the mountain views. Continue to your hotel and settle in before dinner.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Plane: Lima to Cusco 01:00 - 01:30 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 01:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Piuray Lake Picnic

Additional Notes: This trip travels to high altitude, medically defined as anything over 8,000 ft (2,440m).
Day 3 Day 3: Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)

Begin the day with a visit to a G Adventures–supported women’s weaving cooperative, where we’ll observe traditional weaving and dying techniques and meet some of the weavers. Next, test your Spanish skills as you bargain with vendors at the famed Pisac Market—a wonderland of colorful Quechua handicrafts. Break for a farm-to-table lunch at the G Adventures–supported Parwa Community Restaurant, tasting Peruvian dishes while learning how this resident-run restaurant helps fund community projects. In the afternoon, opt to relax at our hotel or visit the Inca ruins of Moray and the salt pans of Maras.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Ccaccaccollo Community and Women’s Weaving Co-op visit
- Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
Day 4 Day 4: Sacred Valley Of The Inca/Aguas Calientes (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Sacred Valley Of The Inca/Aguas Calientes (1B)

Explore the former Inca stronghold of Ollantaytambo, stepping back in time amid ancient terraces, storehouses, and an enormous temple-fortress. Then hop aboard a train for the journey through the Urubamba Valley to the end of the line: Aguas Calientes, a frontier town nestled beneath Machu Picchu. The afternoon is free for optional excursions, including a visit to a butterfly farm or to the nearby hot springs.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Urubamba to Ollantaytambo 01:00 - 02:00 Hr(s)
- Train 01:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour

Additional Notes: The town has several amenities, but is also geographically remote meaning services are sometimes more basic than one would assume. As the only option for travellers visiting Machu Picchu, the development of infrastructure has happened quite quickly, much without proper planning, and the focus on providing quality service may not be up to the standards experienced in other parts of the country.
Day 5 Day 5: Machu Picchu (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Machu Picchu (1B)

Rise and shine! After a light breakfast, head to Machu Picchu to see the citadel in the early morning light, before the crowds arrive. Spend the morning exploring the ruins with our guides and pondering the mysteries of this “lost” city of the Inca, forgotten at the Spanish conquest and rediscovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham with support from National Geographic. This afternoon, return by train to Ollantaytambo and transfer to Cusco.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Local Bus 00:15 Hr(s)
- Train 01:30 - 01:45 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 01:30 - 01:45 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Machu Picchu Guided Tour
Day 6 Day 6: Cusco (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Cusco (1B)

Set out to explore the beautiful streets and plazas of Cusco, once lavishly adorned with Inca gold that was stolen by the Spanish during the conquest. Visit the sprawling San Pedro Market, where you’ll find everything from pickled snakes to savory tamales, and visit the Machu Picchu Museum to see an array of Inca artifacts that were discovered at Machu Picchu. Later, enjoy a star-filled evening at the Cusco Planetarium, learning about the importance of astronomy to the ancient Inca and peering at the glittering night sky through high-powered telescopes.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Cusco City Tour
- Machu Picchu Museum Visit
- Cusco Planetarium
Day 7 Day 7: Cusco/Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Cusco/Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Today, we set out to discover a wilder side of Peru! Catch a morning flight to Puerto Maldonado, then continue by motorized canoe along the Tambopata River to our jungle lodge in the Amazon rainforest. Have lunch on board the boat and keep an eye out for wildlife and birds along the way. Upon arrival, settle into your thatched lodging, situated near Tambopata National Reserve—a biodiversity hotspot. In the afternoon, join a naturalist guide to seek out the wildlife of the rainforest—from colorful butterflies to huge spiders—and learn the uses for medicinal and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques.
En route, spot bird species typical of the local river and forest edge. The Tambopata Rainforest area holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area.

Local community members make up the majority of lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Take the opportunity to learn about the area’s rich flora and fauna and locals’ extensive use of medicinal plants and other forest plant resources.

The lodge itself combines local architectural style and materials with low-impact, eco-friendly technology. Rooms are simple but comfortable, with mosquito netting for individual beds, flush toilets, and showers (with solar-heated hot water). Please bring a small battery powered lantern or flashlight.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Plane 01:00 Hr(s)
- Motorized Canoe 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Wildlife-spotting Night Walk

Additional Notes: After a brief stop in town to store large luggage, drive to the pier and travel by covered motorized boat to the jungle lodge. Be prepared to protect yourself from the sun and bugs before you get on the boat. It’s quite pleasant with the covered roof and breeze, but you can still get sunburned. It’s recommended to wear light long sleeves and trousers on the boat.
Day 8 Day 8: Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Grab your binoculars and head out with naturalist guides to explore the rainforest’s complex ecosystems. Search the forest canopy where colorful toucans, boisterous howler monkeys, and sloths may be spotted. Hike to an oxbow lake, and paddle dugout canoes to glimpse river otters, turtles, and, if we’re lucky, an anaconda or two! This evening we’ll venture out in a motorized canoe to spot the jungle’s elusive nocturnal species. If we’re lucky we’ll spot caimans, the smaller cousins of alligators, hiding along the muddy banks.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Jungle Excursions
- Caiman-Spotting Cruise

Additional Notes: Activities in the rainforest are completely weather dependent and can change based on local conditions. Your CEO and local guide will review the daily schedule with you.
Day 9 Day 9: Tambopata National Reserve/Lima (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Tambopata National Reserve/Lima (1B, 1D)

Enjoy a final breakfast at our lodge, then board a motorized canoe and return upriver to Puerto Maldonado. Fly to Lima and check in to our hotel. This evening, celebrate our adventure at the farewell dinner.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Motorized canoe: Tambopata to Puerto Maldonado 03:00 Hr(s)
- Plane: Puerto Maldonado to Lima 01:30 - 02:00 Hr(s)
Day 10 Day 10: Lima (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Lima (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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Peru Family Journey: Machu Picchu To The Amazon

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Itinerary of your trip Peru Family Journey: Machu Picchu To The Amazon

Day 1: Lima

Day 2: Lima/Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)

Day 3: Sacred Valley Of The Inca (1B, 1L)

Day 4: Sacred Valley Of The Inca/Aguas Calientes (1B)

Day 5: Machu Picchu (1B)

Day 6: Cusco (1B)

Day 7: Cusco/Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 8: Tambopata National Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 9: Tambopata National Reserve/Lima (1B, 1D)

Day 10: Lima (1B)

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