Luxury Collection Amazon Jungle & Machu Picchu Vacation 8 Days / 7 Nights $2,995pp
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Table of Contents Itinerary in Brief .............................................................................................................................................................. 3 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4 No Catches ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Personalize Your Vacation – Free of Charge! ................................................................................................................... 5 Your Itinerary Day - By - Day ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Financial Details ............................................................................................................................................................ 58 Book Online Address: ................................................................................................................................................. 58 What is Included ........................................................................................................................................................ 59 What is not Included .................................................................................................................................................. 59 About Us – The Luxury Peru Travel Company ................................................................................................................ 60
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Itinerary in Brief Activity
Hotel
Day 1
Arrive Lima
Ramada Airport Hotel Lima
Day 2
Fly Cusco & Private Tour of Cusco
5* Marriott Hotel Cusco
Inca Wall Rooms
B
Day 3
Private Tour Sacred Valley of the Inca
5* Marriott Hotel Cusco
Inca Wall Rooms
B,L
Day 4
Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
5* Sumaq Hotel Machu Picchu
Superior Deluxe Rooms
B,L,D
Day 5
Revisit Machu Picchu & Vistadome Train to Cusco
5* Marriott Hotel Cusco
Inca Wall Rooms
B,L
Day 6
Fly Puerto Maldonado & Begin Amazon Tours
Hacienda Concepción Luxury Jungle Lodge
Independent Cabañas
B,L,D
Day 7
Amazon Rainforest Tours
Hacienda Concepción Luxury Jungle Lodge
Independent Cabañas
B,L,D
Day 8
Private transfer to Airport Fly Lima & Home
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Overview The Bespoke Luxury Collection Amazon Jungle & Machu Picchu Vacation visits all the Inca & Colonial Highlights of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & the Amazon Rainforest in just 8 days. You will enjoy all Private Guided Tours and stay in select Luxury 5* Hotels and a Luxury Amazon Jungle Lodge and take the First Class Vistadome Train to and from Machu Picchu.
No Catches These are Private Vacations with Guaranteed Departures Every Day Everything you would expect is Included • • • • • • • • •
All Private Tours with Qualified English-Speaking Guides (except in the jungle – small groups) All Private Transfers (except in the jungle – small groups) All Hotels All Entrance Tickets All Breakfasts / Other Meals as Specified: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (B, L, D) All Internal Flights No Hidden Fees for Paying with Visa, MasterCard or American Express Book & Pay Securely Online or by Telephone Low $500pp Deposits. Balance Due 90 Days before Travel
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Personalize Your Vacation – Free of Charge! Bespoke Personalized Vacations - In the 21st Century Luxury Vacations are all about having your Vacation personalized, so you can have what you want, when you want it, and at no additional charge! We Agree 100%. For this reason we offer a free of charge service where we will personalize an Itinerary just for you within 24 Hours of your request. Good Communication is Important - All our Travel consultants are based in Peru, are Expats, and speak English as their First Language. Call us now we would love to help. Contact us now, and you can get started on Personalizing Your Perfect Luxury Machu Picchu Vacation Today.
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Your Itinerary Day - By - Day
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1st Day – Arrive Lima Service
Notes / Instructions
Arrive Lima
Flights arrive in the evening.
Walk across to the airport hotel
We will not be there to meet you. Please just walk across to the Airport Hotel and check-in. The hotel is connected to the Airport building by a footbridge on the 2nd floor of the Airport.
4* Ramada Airport Hotel
Superior Rooms
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4* Costa Del Sol Ramada Airport Hotel
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Hotel Ramada Costa del Sol Lima Airport provides comfortably furnished rooms and suites that include 26 inch LCD TV with cable, free Wi-Fi, and marble bathrooms. Suites feature a 32 inch LCD TV, separate living room and Jacuzzi. Guests can keep fit at the gym or relax at the spa. Hotel Ramada Costa also provides a business center. There is a restaurant and bar where breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as a variety of drinks are served. Hotel Ramada Costa del Sol Lima provides ideal accommodation for guests in transit to different domestic destinations.
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2nd Day – Fly Cusco & Afternoon Private Tour of Cusco (B) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Transfer out Lima & Fly Cusco
This Morning your flights to Cusco depart at 10:00 and arrive to Cusco at 11:20.
Private Transfer in Cusco
We will be waiting for you outside of Cusco Airport Arrival Hall with a sign with our and your names on it. An approx. 15 minute Private Transfer to your Hotel in Cusco.
Private Afternoon Cusco City Tour
Pick up in your Hotel Foyer at approx. 13:45. Returns at approx. 18:00.
Luxury 5* JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Inca Wall Rooms
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J.W. Marriott Hotel Cusco
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Luxury 5* Marriott Hotel Cusco Located in the city’s historical center, the JW Marriott Hotel Cusco combines the needs of today’s luxury traveler with the design elements of an architecturally stunning archaeological site. This 5-star Cusco hotel offers easy access to Peru’s iconic attractions and towns including Machu Picchu, the Urubamba Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo and Pisac. Historyseekers will find Peruvian cultural artifacts in the hotel’s two exhibition halls. Accommodations at this luxury hotel in Cusco are equipped with the latest technology including Wi-Fi, LCD cable TVs, and oxygen systems for a fee. Designed around a colonial convent, this hotel in Peru features resort-like amenities including a Cusco restaurant with excellent Peruvian cuisine, a bar and a fullservice spa offering a relaxation pool, sauna, steam room, and treatments inspired by ancient techniques.
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Inca Wall Rooms Cusco Marriott has 153 guestrooms & 7 suites in the heart of historic Cusco. All rooms have an oxygen enrichment system to help acclimatize you to the altitude, for extra fee. Guestrooms come with customized & authentic design decoration in king or double configurations. Luxury amenities at our Cusco Hotel ensure a comfortable stay and include in-room safe & mini-bar. All are equipped with Wi-Fi high-speed Internet access.
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The Pool & Spa The spa is an exclusive environment with more than 300 square meters of space, and is the ideal place for revitalization using millenarian elements combined with different techniques. The Spa includes: • • • •
Relaxation pool Treatment rooms Dry sauna Steaming chamber
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Private Afternoon Cusco City Tour The Private Half Day Cusco City Tour Visits all of the Principal Inca & Colonial Attractions in Cusco
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Private Afternoon Cusco City Tour Tambomachay – This was an Inca sanctuary dedicated to the cult of water, a place reserved for Inca Royalty. Puca Pucara – This is an Inca archaeological site located again on the peak of a hill and is thought to be a military position and an administrative centre. Qenko – A sanctuary dedicated to the adoration of animals, and consists of ruins formed by a rocky site with stairs in a zigzag, and a main building similar to a circular amphitheatre where 19 window sills are located as a way of seats. Sacsayhuamán – Its construction took over seven decades and required the work of 20,000 men approximately, both for the foundations and hewn stone works, the transportation of materials, carving and stones setting. Cusco Cathedral – One of the finest Colonial Cathedrals in the Americas. Coricancha – Originally named Inti Qancha (' Temple of the Sun') was the most important temple in the Inca Empire, dedicated primarily to Inti, the Sun God.
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3rd Day – Private Sacred Valley Tour (B,L) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Full Day Tour Sacred Valley of the Inca
Pick Up in your Hotel Foyer at 08:30. Lunch is included. Returns at approx. 18:30.
Lunch at Posada Tunupa
Buffet Lunch is included at Posada Tunupa.
Luxury 5* JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Inca Wall Rooms
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Full Day Private Sacred Valley of the Inca Tour Pisac Market | Pisac Ruins | Lunch Posada Tunupa | Ollantaytambo
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Pisac Market A famed hill town, Pisac is a great place to purchase top quality Andean knitwear at lower prices than visitors will find in major cities during their travels in Peru. Woven blankets, tapestries, and alpaca garments such as sweaters and mittens, colorful fabric and accessories are found in abundance at the Pisac market in addition to pottery, jewelry, and other handicrafts. Though Pisac’s biggest crafts market takes place on Sunday, you will find fewer tourists and smaller crowds in general if you visit the weekday craft markets. The village’s largest produce market is also held on Sunday, bringing a multitude of vendors from the countryside to supply the local population with produce, fresh from the fields.
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Pisac Inca Ruins It’s not hard to succumb to the charms of sunny Pisac, a bustling colonial village at the base of a spectacular Inca fortress perched on a mountain spur. Its pull is universal and recent years have seen an influx of expats and new age followers in search of an Andean Shangrila. Located just 33km northeast of Cuzco by a paved road, it’s the most convenient starting point to the Sacred Valley. The ruins are separated along the ridge into four groups: Pisac, Intihuatana, Q'allaqasa, and Kinchiracay. The Intihuatana group includes the Temple of the Sun, baths, altars, water fountains, a ceremonial platform, and an Intihuatana, a volcanic outcrop carved into a "hitching post for the Sun" (or Inti). With military, religious, and agricultural structures, the site served at least a triple purpose. Researchers believe that Pisac defended the southern entrance to the Sacred Valley, while Choquequirao defended the western entrance, and the fortress at Ollantaytambo the northern. Inca Pisac controlled a route which connected the Inca Empire with the border of the rain forest.
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Ollantaytambo After lunch, we proceed onto Ollantaytambo an attractive little town located at the western end of the Sacred Valley. The town has been built on top of original Inca foundations and is the best surviving example of Inca town planning. The town is located at the foot of some spectacular Inca ruins which protected the strategic entrance to the lower Urubamba Valley. The temple area is at the top of steep terracing which helped to provide excellent defenses. Stone used for these buildings was brought from a quarry high up on the opposite side of the Urubamba River - an incredible feat involving the efforts of thousands of workers. The complex was still under construction at the time of the conquest and was never completed.
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4th Day – Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu (B,L,D) Service Private Transfer out Cusco and First Class Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
Notes / Instructions Private Transfer to Cusco or Poroy Train Station to catch the morning First Class Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu, arriving around Midday.
Private Machu Picchu Tour
2-3 Hours with plenty of time to ask questions.
Lunch
Buffet Lunch is included at the 5* Sanctuary Lodge Hotel. (12:00 – 15:00)
5* Sumaq Hotel Machu Picchu
Superior Deluxe Rooms. Gourmet Dinner is included in the Hotel.
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The Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
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The Vistadome Service This DELUXE train ride into the spectacular land of the Inca is highlighted by amazing views of valleys, Inca farming terraces, snow capped mountains, and sub-tropical jungle. After arriving in Aguas Calientes, a shuttle bus will transport you to this magic, sacred, and mysterious town known as MachuPicchu. The Vistadome service has large panoramic windows and additional windows in the roof allowing you to enjoy the mountain scenery.
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A snack and hot drink are included with the Vistadome service. There is also a table in front of you and posh leather seats which are very comfortable with plenty of leg room. The Vistadome also has air conditioning and heating, leather seats that adjust the body to provide comfort and relaxation during the entire trip, and a traditional show as well as a fashion show to keep you entertained – as if the amazing scenery isn’t enough. This service allows the visitor to be immersed and feel the Andean culture through its landscapes, music, dance and food carefully prepared with local ingredients. On-board experience with the best comfort and quality service.
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Machu Picchu Highlights
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Guided Tour of Machu Picchu (2 – 3 Hours) The ‘Holy Grail’ for lovers of Inca monuments, the enigmatic lost city of Machu Picchu is the most famous archaeological site in all of South America and possibly the world. The spectacular collection of temples, terraced hills and plazas was the mountain-top citadel of the Inca under Pachacutec and Tupac Yupanqui, until the coming of the Europeans with Pizarro. It may have the most familiar name, but Machu Picchu has refused to reveal many of its mysteries, including the secrets of its construction, function, and demise. The overgrown ruins were discovered by US historian Hiram Bingham in 1911, and the quality of the stonework hints that it was an extremely important ceremonial site. The remains are thought to date from around 1450, built at the height of the Inca Empire, and as they escaped being plundered by the Spanish they include semi-intact icons and shrines that were defaced or removed at other sites. Entering the site, a set of steps leads to the ruined Temple of the Sun and a series of altars and niches. Highlights include the remains of ceremonial baths, the Sacred Plaza with its tremendous view across the Urubamba River valley, a rare shrine to the sun, and a labyrinth of passageways and cells.
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Luxury 5* Sumaq Hotel Machu Picchu
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Luxury 5* Sumaq Hotel Machu Picchu Includes Gourmet Buffet Dinner, Cooking Class & Cocktail Making Class. At the foot of the imposing mountains surrounding Machu Picchu, by the banks of the Vilcanota River, stands Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel. The only five-star hotel in Aguas Calientes is architecturally inspired by the enigmatic lost city of the Incas.
Highlights: Privileged location: Sumaq is surrounded by the majesty and enchantment of the biodiversity of the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park and its main tourist attractions: valleys, mountains, rivers and waterfalls.
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Superior Deluxe Room • 100% Alpaca Fiber Blankets • 100% Cotton Sheets • Cable television • Sound proof Windows • International Dialing / National Direct • Heating • Electronic Safety Deposit Box • Voltage 110v / 220v • Minibar • Bathtubs • Hair dryer • Black-out curtains • Fire alarm • Turndown service
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Optional Free of Charge Sumaq Hotel Cooking Class & Cocktail Making In the Cooking Classes & Peruvian Bar, the participants will learn how to prepare the traditional Ceviche, Sumaq style, a dish based on fresh trout and exotic chili peppers from the Peruvian cost. Also the barman from the hotel makes a memorable presentation with the preparation of Pisco Sour or any other cocktail based on seasonal fruits and Andean herbs with our unique touch. In this culinary activity, participants will interact with the ingredients and recipes from our culinary creations, and they will be able to try everything whilst they contemplate our majestic mountains, and they can take the recipe book home to enjoy it one more time! Cooking Classes & Peruvian Bar last 40 minutes approximately and are available for groups between 2 and 15 people, in two schedules: 11: 00 am and 2:00 pm. Just ask to join a group at the Hotel reception.
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5th Day - Revisit Machu Picchu & Vistadome Train to Cusco (B,L) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Machu Picchu Tours
There are 4 additional Machu Picchu Tours you may choose from. There are no additional charges, you are only limited by your time and energy.
Lunch
Buffet Lunch is included at the 5* Sanctuary Lodge Hotel. (12:00 – 15:00)
Vistadome Train to Cusco
Catch the late afternoon Vistadome train returning to Cusco between 7pm & 8pm typically.
Private Transfer in Cusco
Approx. 20 minutes to your Hotel.
Luxury 5* JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
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Private Machu Picchu Tours Today you will enjoy further Private Guided Tours of Machu Picchu. You may start at Dawn or as you wish. All tours are included and you are only limited by your time and energy. The Sun Gate (2 Hours) Inti Punku the Sun Gate marks the entrance to Machu Picchu. It is a one hour uphill hike to the southeast of the Sanctuary, climbing more than 300 meters. The hike is on the original Inca trail and is paved with Inca stones. There is a spectacular view from the gate (pictured).
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Apu Machu Picchu (4 to 5 Hours Roundtrip) The hike to the summit of Apu Machu Picchu is 2 ½ hours and can be quite steep in places. This trail, accessed from Machu Picchu, joins parts of the Inca trail leading to the Sun Gate before climbing to the mountain's highest point. From there, enjoy the view of soaring eagles as well as Machu Picchu and other significant ruins in the area, such as Putukusi, Huayna Picchu, Salkantay mountain and the Vilcanota River view. This is a breathtaking hike, lot of orchids along the way, birds in the bushy areas, and with every stop the view is gets better and better. The climb is 600 meters uphill, so a reasonable level of fitness is required. *** Access to Apu Machu Picchu is controlled by special tickets which need to be purchased in advance by us. Access is 07:00 – 11:00. Please ask to have these tickets included in your tour if desired***
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Inka Bridge (Bridge 1 Hour Round Trip) This hike is to the south west of Machu Picchu, a nice original trail that overlooks the Aobamba valley and the Hydro-electric plant. This Inca Bridge is a part of a mountain trail that heads west from Machu Picchu. The trail is a stone path, part of which is cut into a cliff face. A twenty-foot gap was left in this section of the carved cliff face, over a 1,900 feet drop that could be bridged with two tree trunks. When the tree trunks were removed then the trail became impassable to outsiders. The path is narrow and paved with original Inca stones. The steep trail continues on and climbs the side of the mountain, leading adventurous travelers to a remote corner of this archaeological site. In addition to a magnificent bird's-eye view of Machu Picchu, the summit also offers a perfect vantage point to the canyon of the Vilcanota River, the mountain of Putukusi and the distant snow-capped Andean peaks.
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Huayna Picchu (3 - 4 Hours) Huayna Picchu is the mountain you see behind Machu Picchu. Towering above the north end of Machu Picchu this steep mountain is often seen in the backdrop to the classic photos of the ruins. The mountain is steep, but stone steps are laid along most of the way and where the mountain is steeper you will find steel cables used as handrails. For fit people it is not a difficult climb. Very Limited Access! Only 400 people are allowed to hike Huayna Picchu each day. You have to sign in at the entrance gate. The first 200 tickets are available for the 8:00am hike. The second 200 are available at 10:00am. ***You should buy these special tickets in advance with us to be sure you will have space for this hike***
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The Huayna Picchu Hike You’ll find breath-taking views while hiking up and there are some ruins near the top which many like to visit. The most important thing about Huayna Picchu is the bird’s eye view of the whole of Machu Picchu from the top. More on the level of difficulty: You will be glad to see that the path is almost two meters wide, but at the beginning only, later it becomes narrower, and one side there is a steep fall. There are some accidents and even deaths every year so be aware this can be a quite dangerous hike. After a while you will find the path becomes really narrow - only a couple of feet wide and here the slope is really steep. Throughout the rocks are uneven and sometimes slippery but you will find hand rails along those areas.
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6th Day – Fly Amazon Jungle & Hacienda Concepcion Luxury Jungle Lodge (B,L,D) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Transfer to Cusco Airport
We will pick you up in your Hotel Foyer at 08:30 for the approx. 15-minute Private Transfer to Cusco Airport.
Fly Puerto Maldonado
Flights depart at 10:35 and arrive to Puerto Maldonado at 12:45.
Transfer to Jungle Lodge
Transfer by River Boat to the Luxury Jungle Lodge.
Hacienda Concepcion Jungle Lodge
Independent Cabanas
Jungle Tour Starts
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Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion Hacienda Concepción, by Inkaterra’s newest lodge, is built in a former cacao and rubber plantation, on the grounds of what was back in the 50’s “Fundo Concepción”, an Amazonian medical catholic mission center. The National Geographic Society supported the restoration of the station. The projection onwards was to bring all interested travelers an opportunity to learn about nature and biodiversity first hand through unforgettable experiences in comfortable rainforest immersion. Hacienda Concepción, comprises 819 hectares of mostly primary rainforest, with a natural cocha or oxbow lake. It is home to diverse ecosystems, tropical plants and wildlife. The lodge acts as a buffer zone between the Tambopata National Reserve and the shores of the vast Madre de Dios River, making the location of Hacienda Concepción a privileged one. This family-friendly lodge will introduce you to the biodiversity of the rainforest through the wide range of land and river fixed excursions in its surroundings. As you may have the opportunity to observe giant river otters blue and yellow macaws dusky titi monkeys, agoutis, two-toed sloths, peccaries , hoatzins, fly catchers, black caiman, ladder-tailed nightjar among others.
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Independent Cabañas We include Independent Cabanas – these are nicer and quieter than the rooms in the main building ‘Casa Grande’. Equipped with 2 twin beds / 1 king bed, mosquito nets and curtains, 100% cotton sheets, 2 hypo allergenic pillows per guest, hypoallergenic comforters, cotton bath robes, hot water, natural essence toiletries, reading light, limited electricity, ceiling ventilator, and a sitting area that includes a hammock. Every cabaña has a view to the forest and some of them face the oxbow lake.
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Dining & Bar Hacienda Concepción has 2 main social areas in the Casa Grande Dining Cozy interiors of thatched roof, wood and expansive forest views make every meal magical. Inspired by the tropical flavors of the Amazon region, meals and beverages are prepared with fresh local ingredients. We serve an international buffet breakfast; lunch and dinner. All meals include a variety of salads and fruits, as well as a selection of homemade breads. We offer vegetarian options and a children’s menu, upon request. BREAKFAST: 5:30 A.M. – 9:00 A.M. LUNCH: 12:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. HAPPY HOUR: 5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. DINNER: 7:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. BAR 12:30 P.M. – 12:00 A.M. Complimentary Pisco sour during happy hour between 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
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Tambopata National Reserve Two-thirds of the world’s plant and animal species make their home in these immense rainforest regions, and many are believed to be yet scientifically unnamed. Tropical rainforests are called "jewels of the Earth" and the "Earth's lungs" since they are essential to sequester carbon dioxide and to release oxygen. Rainforests are also known as the "world's largest pharmacy", because of the many natural medicines discovered there. Hacienda Concepción has a medicinal botanical garden with some 200 indigenous vascular plant species. Weather Tropical (hot and humid) Day time average temperature: 89°F (32°C). At night it tends to get chilly. Varies from 77°F (25°C) to 107°F (42°C) December – March: hottest season, with frequent afternoon rains. June – September: occasional friaje (Patagonia Cold Fronts) can bring the temperature down to 50°F (10°C).
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Fauna & Flora Wildlife in the Tambopata Reserve is remarkable. Giant colorful parrots, toucans, and macaws share the forest with tamarins, peccaries, black caimans, and anacondas. This region is home to hundreds of butterfly species and a large variety of monkeys, southern river otters, four feline species, and much more. Numerous world records for biodiversity have been broken here, and many species are still undiscovered. Tambopata Reserve holds the world record for ant species - 365 species; and 1200 species of butterflies. Note: the Amazon rainforest has abundant wildlife, although many animals like to hide in the dense vegetation. Be aware that you may not actually see them.
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Access Daily flights connect Puerto Maldonado to Lima (2.15 hrs.) via Cusco (35 min.). The lodge is 5.5 mi. (8 km.) from Puerto Maldonado, about 25 min by outboard motorized canoe downstream on the Madre de Dios River.
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Amazon Jungle Tours Lunchtime - Butterfly House Located near the Puerto Maldonado Airport, the Butterfly House is a welcome and information center for travelers. Here you will understand the fascinating transformation of these colorful insects, bred in our laboratory. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: I Attractions: Butterflies / Photography Afternoon - Concepciรณn Trails Take a walk inside Hacienda Concepciรณn nature trails. Learn about primary and secondary rainforest, its components, uses and transformations by the human being, and its relevance for the world. See the cacao plantation, dried fruit trees, banana trees, rubber trees, etc. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: I Attractions: Footprints / Birds / Ants / Medicinal plants / Native skills
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Evening - Twilight River At dusk, take a ride by outboard motorized canoe on the Madre de Dios River. Learn about the river ecosystems, Amazonian creeks, nocturnal animals’ behavior, and the southern constellations. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: I Attractions: Astronomy / Photography
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Amazon Jungle Tours Morning – Lake Sandoval Walk into the Tambopata National Reserve through terra firma forest, towards Lake Sandoval. Then navigate by dugout canoe around this beautiful oxbow lake. Learn about the reserve’s conservation efforts, the lake’s formation, the water palms (Mauritia flexuosa) and the animals that inhabit this lake such as the endangered giant river otters (Pteronura brasiliensis), blue and yellow macaws (Ara ararauna), red howler monkeys (Alouatta seniculus), black caimans (Melanosuchus niger), and one of the world’s biggest fresh water scaled fish, the paiches (Arapaima gigas). Duration: 1/2 day Difficulty Level: II Attractions: Birds / Ants / Canoe / Photography RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN
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7th Day – Hacienda Concepcion Jungle Tours (B,L,D) Service
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Jungle Tour Starts
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Afternoon - Inkaterra Canopy Walkway & Anaconda Walk Take a 20-minute ride by outboard motorized canoe to the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway Interpretation Center. Learn about its construction and the conservation projects of ITAInkaterra Asociaciรณn (NGO). Ascend one of the 98-foot towers (30 m.) and cross the 7 hanging bridges that connect the treetops at 91 ft. high (28 m.). Descend and take a walk along the 656-foot wooden bridge (200 m.) over the aguajales swamps (Mauritia flexuosa), home of the legendary anaconda. Learn about the fauna and flora of these flooded ecosystems, part of the largest natural monoculture in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest. Duration: 1/2 day Difficulty Level: II Attractions: Birds / Frogs / Ants / Astronomy / Photography
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Amazon Jungle Tours Morning – Cachuela Parrot Clay Lick Short trip by boat upstream the Madre de Dios River. Arrival to the clay lick Cachuela. Learn about the importance and benefits of the activity at a clay lick, while birdwatching colorful parrots and parakeets among other psittacids. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: I Attractions: Birds / Photography Morning - Inland Collpa Walk 15 to 20 min. toward one of the four clay licks that are in Hacienda Concepción. Learn about this mammal inland collpa activity and the difference between collpas according to their location. Look for footprints and traces of animal activity on the clay lick salted walls, such as agoutis, monkeys, and peccaries among others. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: II Attractions: Footprints
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Afternoon - Cocha Take a dugout canoe ride on the Hacienda Concepción oxbow lake. Try native fishing applying the “catch and release” techniques, as you enjoy the scenery observing hoatzins (Opisthocomus hoazin), a diversity of fly catchers, and gray-necked woodrails (Aramides cajanea). Disembark at the remains of the Fitzcarraldo steam boat. Learn about its history, and how it inspired Inkaterra to ask Werner Herzog to film the award-winning “Fitzcarraldo”, best director at Cannes, 1982. Duration: 1/2 day Difficulty Level: II Attractions: Birds / Fishing / Ants / Canoe / Photography
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Evening - Hidden Rainforest Explore the Amazon rainforest that gives way to nocturnal animals who display intriguing behavior patterns, and enhanced senses as adaptation mechanisms. Listen to nocturnal living nature sounds, and penetrate this hidden world. Duration: 1/4 day Difficulty Level: I Attractions: Footprints / Birds / Frogs / Astronomy
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8th Day – Fly Lima & Home (B) Service
Notes / Instructions
Motorized Canoe Transfer to the Airport
At the appropriate time, a Motorized Canoe Transfer to the airport.
Fly Lima
We will choose your flight time to meet as closely as possible with your international flight Home.
Fly Home
Have a nice flight. â˜ş
At this time our services end with your arrival to Lima Airport.
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Financial Details Luxury Collection - Amazon Jungle & Machu Picchu Vacation 8 Days / 7 Nights Twin / Matrimonial Rooms
$2,995pp Book Online Now Big Discounts Available Please Ask
Groups of 4+ Traveling Together
Deposit would be $500.00pp Balance due 90 Days before travel. We Accept Visa, MasterCard & American Express
Book Online Address: https://luxuryperutravel.rezdy.com/6895/luxury-collection-amazon-jungle-machu-picchu-vacation-8-days
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What is Included All Private Tours with Qualified English-speaking guides (Amazon Jungle Small Group Tours) All Private Transfers (Amazon Jungle Small Group Transfers) All Entrance Fees 4 Nights in Recommended Luxury 5* Hotels Inc. Breakfasts 1 Night in the 4* Costa Del Sol Wyndam Airport Hotel Inc. Breakfasts 2 Nights in the Luxury Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion Jungle Lodge 7 x Breakfast, 4 x Lunch, 3 x Dinner (B, L, D) First Class Vistadome Train – Cusco / Machu Picchu / Cusco All Flights within Peru – Lima / Cusco, Puerto Maldonado & Puerto Maldonado / Lima
What is not Included International airfare to Peru and Taxes Other Meals unless specifically stated in the Itinerary Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, beverages, etc.
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About Us – The Luxury Peru Travel Company For over 16 Years, The Luxury Peru Travel Company is a First Class & Luxury Peru Vacation Operator based in Cusco, Peru. Luxury Peru Travel has won 14 Major Travel Awards including “Best Tour Operator” by DIRCETUR the Peruvian National Tourist Authority for Cusco & Machu Picchu. Our mission is to provide unique, personalized Peru Vacation experiences for our clients, listening carefully to your needs, wants & desires and customizing a Machu Picchu Vacation itinerary that meets these perfectly, and at the right price. Detailed Expert Local Knowledge Booking a major trip is exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. We understand. That's why we have live Peru Travel Experts here to take care of your every need, making your trip stress-free & amazing. Contact Us Call Toll Free: 1800 298 3158 e-Mail: enquiries@luxuryperu.travel
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