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Table of Contents Itinerary in Brief .............................................................................................................................................................. 3 Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5 No Catches ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Personalize Your Vacation – Free of Charge! ................................................................................................................... 6 Your Itinerary Day - By - Day ........................................................................................................................................... 8 Financial Details ............................................................................................................................................................ 56 Book Online Address: ................................................................................................................................................. 56 What is not Included .................................................................................................................................................. 57 Private Inca Trail Information....................................................................................................................................... 58 What is Included on the Inca Trail: .......................................................................................................................... 58 What is not included on the Inca Trail: .................................................................................................................... 59 What you should bring: ........................................................................................................................................... 59 Information & FAQ - Peru........................................................................................................................................... 60 About Us – The Luxury Peru Travel Company ................................................................................................................ 62
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Itinerary in Brief Activity
Hotel
Room Type
Meals*
Day 1
Arrive Lima & Private Transfer to Hotel
5* Miraflores Park Lima
Junior Suites with Ocean Views
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Day 2
Lima Gastronomic Tour
5* Miraflores Park Lima
Junior Suites with Ocean Views
B,L
Day 3
Fly Cusco & Private Cusco City Tour
5* Palacio Nazarenas Cusco
Junior Suites
B
Day 4
Private Tour Sacred Valley of the Inca
5* Palacio Nazarenas Cusco
Junior Suites
B,L
Day 5
Private Inca Trail
Camping
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B,L,D
*Included Meals Key: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, Br = Brunch Cont. .
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Itinerary in Brief Cont. Activity
Hotel
Room Type
Meals*
Day 6
Private Inca Trail
Camping
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B,L,D
Day 7
Private Inca Trail
Camping
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B,L,D
Day 8
Private Inca Trail
5* Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu
Mountain View Terrace Rooms
B,L,D
Day 9
Machu Picchu
5* Palacio Nazarenas Cusco
Junior Suites
B,L,D
Day 10
Private transfer to Airport Fly Lima & Home
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*Included Meals Key: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, Br = Brunch
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Overview The Signature Collection Private Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Vacation visits Lima, Cusco and the Sacred Valley of the Inca and of course the 4 Days / 3 Nights Private Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Inca Trail is Private as it will be just you and your Guides, Cook and Porters you will not be thrown into a group of up to 16 strangers to share your Inca Trail experience.
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 All Private Transfers All Luxury 5* Hotels (except Inca Trail which is 3 Nights camping) 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 60 Days before Travel Large Discounts for Groups of 4+ (Invite your Friends & Family!)
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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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Day 1 – Arrive Lima & Private Transfer to Hotel Service
Notes / Instructions
Arrive Lima
Most flights arrive in Lima in the evening.
We meet you at the airport
We will meet you outside of Lima airport arrivals hall. There will be a man with a sign with your names on.
Private Transfer in Lima
Private Vehicle with English Speaking assistance to your Hotel in Lima. Approximately one hour.
Luxury 5* Miraflores Park Hotel Lima
Junior Suites with Ocean Views
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Belmond 5* Miraflores Park Hotel Lima
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5* Miraflores Park Hotel Lima Ideally located for business travelers and leisure visitors alike, the Miraflores Park Hotel is within walking distance from Lima's financial district and the Larcomar Entertainment Center, boasting some of the city's best shopping. The sleek, modern guestrooms feature all the comforts of home, but it is the rooftop that reveals the hotel's true glamour, with a pool, spa and views of the Pacific Ocean. The poolside restaurant, the Observatory, serves an innovative menu prepared by Chef Federico Ziegler, while the lively lobby bar, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, inspired by the Robert Louis Stevenson novel, feels traditionally British with a dark wood staircase, large paintings and leather-back sofas. Mesa18 is the newest restaurant.
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Mesa 18
Framed by a beautiful garden, and with impeccable style and design, Mesa 18 is the place to see and enjoy Creative Japanese cuisine, high-quality Peruvian products, creative techniques and artful presentation. The Observatory Restaurant Located on the 11th floor, affording it spectacular views of both Lima and the Pacific Ocean. The delicious breakfast buffet offers a range of fresh breads and pastries, charcuterie, fresh fruit and eggs cooked to order. Monday – Saturday: 6:30 – 10:00am Sundays: 6:30 – 10:30am
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Dr Jeckyll and Mr Hyde Stop by this intimate, English-styled bar to find out the secrets of Dr. Jekyll hidden in the Ardiente Pasión drink, blended with unique combinations. Featuring a wide selection of cocktails, liquors and light meals made with Peruvian ingredients, the bar also serves local favorites like the traditional Pisco Sour and the Chilcano.
Spa Features: • • • • •
Treatments: Aromatherapy Body Treatments Facials Hot Stone Treatments
• Classes: • Tai Chi • Yoga
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Additional Features: Elliptical Machines Treadmills Upright & Recumbent Bikes
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Junior Suites with Ocean View Our Junior Suites are an indulgent sanctuary after a busy day in the Peruvian capital. Each suite is exquisitely decorated and features fine cotton linens. They offer a separate sitting space and a work area with a desk. • • • • •
City View Junior Suite City View Club Junior Suite Garden Junior Suite Ocean View Junior Suite Ocean View Club Junior Suite
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Day 2 – Private Lima Gastronomic Tour (B,L) Service
Notes / Instructions
The Lima Gourmet Company Private Lima Gastronomic Tour
Pick up in your Hotel Foyer at 09:45, drop off at around 15:00. Lunch is included.
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The Lima Gourmet Company Gastronomic Tour Tourism in Lima Peru, once omitted from travelers’ lists while visiting the country, has been steadily attracting the attention of globetrotters and adventure-seekers. While there are an abundance of tours in Lima that follow the typical tourist circuits led by traditional guided monologues, we believe that a hands-on experience, savoring the food, chatting with real limeños and visiting the top restaurants, districts and historical points the locals prefer is a much more dynamic and exciting way to see the city. We’ve designed this Lima Peru tour to be an ideal introduction to the city and Peruvian culture so that you can get a good feel of the city in just five hours. Now you have no excuse not to fall in love with the city before heading to Machu Picchu, the Amazon or even if you’re just here for work.
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This Lima Peru tour starts at a local roastery, where they hand-pick the coffee beans daily, for an organic Peruvian coffee. You will also tour the colonial streets of the bohemian district, Barranco, home to artists, musicians and the city’s top art galleries. From here you’ll visit a traditional market in the San Isidro district to try exotic fruits and local products and learn the ancient myths and legends associated with them. The third stop is one of the city’s top seafood restaurants (cebichería), Embarcadero 41 Fusión, on Avenida La Mar in the Miraflores district – a stop other tours in Lima won’t take you. You’ll discover the secrets to the perfect Cebiche and Pisco Sour as you prepare the dish and cocktail yourself with the head chef and bartender. The last stop is for lunch at la Huaca Pucllana, a restaurant within a pre-Incan archeological complex – undoubtedly a highlight of tourism in Lima Peru. This prestigious restaurant is so impressive that the King of Spain, Mick Jagger, Bill and Hillary Clinton, just to name a few, have made sure not to miss it during their trips to Lima. You’ll enjoy a variety of gourmet Peruvian dishes as well as four different desserts and another pisco-based cocktail.
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Day 3 – Fly Cusco & Private Cusco City Tour (B) Service
Notes / Instructions
Fly Cusco
We pick you up from your Hotel Foyer at 07:00 for an approx. 60 minute Private Transfer back to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Flights 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 Cusco City Tour
This Afternoon a Private Cusco City Tour visiting the Inca & Colonial Highlights. Returns around 6pm
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Luxury 5 * Palacio Nazarenas Set in a tranquil plaza behind Cusco's main square, this former palace and convent emerged from years of restoration to become one of the city's most exclusive hotels. Step past walls of Inca stones and into a cloistered courtyard with an ancient fountain at its heart. Then be surprised as contemporary Cusco comes to the fore: a fabulous spa, the city's first outdoor pool and stylish restaurants serving cutting-edge local cuisine. This intimate urban retreat has just 55 suites, each enriched with oxygen and with its own private bar where guests can create drinks accented with fresh ingredients grown at and around the hotel.
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Senzo Restaurant A destination Bistro, Senzo Restaurant offers exceptional cuisine in a vibrant yet refined atmosphere. By adding a modern twist to fresh regional ingredients Chef Virgilio Martinez presents diners with exquisite tastes and unique textures. The à la carte and individual table buffet breakfasts feature a nutritious, balanced and creative selection. The dining menu showcases contemporary Andean cuisine and can be tailored to suit the diners’ personal preferences. Specialty dishes feature indigenous herbs and are decorated with edible flowers, many grown throughout the hotel.
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Dining at the Monasterio While staying at Palacio Nazarenas, enjoy the renowned restaurants at Hotel Monasterio, our sister hotel. Sample the Mediterranean cuisine and distinctive charm of Illariy Restaurant. At El Tupay, Frenchinspired dishes and Bohemian Nights with local singers are not to be missed. The relaxed atmosphere of the Lobby Bar is ideal for pre- or post-dinner drinks. Hotel Monasterio is located right next to Palacio Nazarenas and you may add any dining expense to your suite’s account. Senzo Bar Cocktails and other refreshments can be enjoyed at the only open-air heated pool in Cuzco. The pool menu features nutritious options consisting of light, colorful dishes and a selection of South American wines. A traditional fruit and vegetable cart also sits by the pool bringing the color and fun of a Peruvian market to Palacio Nazarenas. Choose your perfect combination for a freshly prepared juice or an exotic fruit salad.
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Junior Suites Junior Suites are located in both the ancient part of the hotel and the new section close to the pool. A choice of bedding includes one king or two twin poster beds. Suite amenities include complimentary full buffet breakfast or are room only - depending on the rate plan selected. Also included are complimentary wireless Internet access, butler service, widescreen LED satellite TV with premium channels, CD and DVD players, iPhone and iPad for guest use, iPod dock, personal safe large enough for a notebook PC and a well-stocked mini bar. The sumptuous marble bathroom is equipped with a separate bath and shower, dual wash basins and luxurious bath amenities.
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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 windowsills are located as a way of seats. Sacsayhuaman – 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. Qoricancha – 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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Day 4 – Private Sacred Valley Tour (B,L) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Full Day Tour of the Sacred Valley of the Inca
Pick Up in your Hotel Foyer at 08:30. Returns at approx. 18:30.
Lunch at Posada Tunupa
Buffet Lunch is included at Posada Tunupa.
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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 Shangri-La. 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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5th Day – Private Inca Trail Service Private Transfer out Cusco and Vistadome Train to KM 82 Start Private Inca Trail
Notes / Instructions Pick Up in your Hotel Foyer at 6:30am for the 90-minute private transfer to Ollantaytambo train station. Catch the 08:25am Train to KM 82 (Times May Vary) 6-7 Hours Hiking with plenty of time to ask questions.
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Cusco - KM 82 - Wayllabamba – Easy 11km (B,L,D) The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is one of the most famous trekking routes in the World, built by the Incas 500 years ago. The Classic Inca Trail tour starts in the Sacred Valley and finishes in a cloud forest region going through a range of vegetation types in route. The Classic Inca Trail trek is a once in a lifetime experience. We will collect you from your Cusco hotel early in the morning around 6:30 a.m. for the private transport to the Inca Trail entrance. We stop in Ollantaytambo for last minute Purchases, plus an Opportunity for breakfast if you wish (Breakfast is also provided in your Hotel prior to departure). We continue to Pisqacucho (Also known as Kilometer 82) where the trail begins, arriving at approximately 10:30. It is NECESSARY to show entrance tickets and original passports at the at the entrance checkpoint. We then cross the Urubamba River and begin our trek through dry forest area. We’ll walk approximately 6 km to Llactapata, the first Archaeological Site on our journey, where we rest and have lunch. After lunch, we continue a gradual, 4 kilometers, uphill walk through farmland to our campsite – Wayllabamba. Total walking distance for the day is 11km or 7.2 miles with a minimum altitude of 2,700mts (8,990 feet) and reaching a maximum of 3,100mts (10,000 feet). 34
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6th Day - Wayllabamba – Pacaymayo (B, L, D) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Inca Trail Wayllabamba - Pacaymayo (Challenging)
All Meals and Services Included
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Wayllabamba - Pacaymayo (Challenging) After breakfast, we begin the part of the trek which is considered `the most challenging day´ of the trail. We wake up early to get a good start. The landscape will change from small villages and farmland to the sub-tropical forest where we’ll stop for lunch around Llulluchapampa. From here we start a steep ascent towards the highest point – Dead Woman's Pass (4,220mts/13,779ft). There is an amazing sense of Achievement upon reaching the top. We will continue downwards 600m / 1,980 feet over 3 km (1.8 miles) through humid forest until we reach our campsite – Pacaymayo in the early evening Total walking distance today is 11kms (7.2 miles) altitude ranging from 10,000 to 13,780 ft.
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7th Day - Pacaymayo - Wiñay Wayna - Long but moderate (B,L,D) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Inca Trail Pacaymayo - Wiñay Wayna
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Camping
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Pacaymayo - Wiñay Wayna After another early breakfast, we will walk to the beautiful Inka site of Runkurakay which the beginning of the original royal Inca trail to Machu Picchu. From here we will start a steep ascent towards the second highest pass 3,950m/13,035 feet and continue to Sayakmarka, one of the most beautiful Inka remains on this trail. After lunch we continue through some very beautiful scenery and cloud forest where we can observe a large variety of orchids and hummingbirds. We will walk for another hour to Phuyupatamarca (City in the Clouds) and reach the third highest point on the trail (3,680m). There are also wonderful views of the Salkantay Mountain. From here we have 3 hours of downhill into the forest and our last campsite. A short distance from this campsite the Inca site Wiñayhuayna (Forever Young) is located. Even if you are tired from walking, don’t miss out on visiting, what is considered, the most impressive Inca site on the trail. Total walking distance today is 16km (11.5 miles) with altitudes ranging from 2,670mts (8,760feet) to 3,950mts (12,965 feet).
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8th Day - WiñayWayna – Machu Picchu (B,L,D) Service
Notes / Instructions
Final Trek to Machu Picchu
All Meals and Services Included
Private Machu Picchu Tour
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WiùayWayna – Machu Picchu We will rise very early today to arrive at the Sun Gate 2,730mts (8,792ft). Before sunrise, we begin a short hike to the Sun Gate where we have our first view of the mysterious and enigmatic Machu Picchu as the sun rises. Sometime after enjoying the view, we will walk down the last part of the trail to the spot where you can take the classic photo of this ancient city. Finally, we visit Machu Picchu itself!! A walking tour (2-3 hours) is given by our guide and then you are free to explore the Lost City on your own.
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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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Superior Mountain View Room with Terrace Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge is the only hotel located adjacent to this ancient Inca citadel. It offers its guests exceptionally easy access from early morning to late afternoon, when most of the day visitors and buses have left. Sit out on a terrace and savor Peruvian cuisine based on produce grown on the Lodge’s own plot: This delightful Orient-Express hideaway is the perfect place to relax and unwind in the shadow of the Lost City. We include for you a Superior Mountain View Room with Private Terrace for your night of Luxury at Machu Picchu.
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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 mountaintop 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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9th Day - Revisit Machu Picchu & Hiram Bingham Train to Cusco (B,L) Service
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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)
Hiram Bingham Train to Cusco
Catch the late afternoon Hiram Bingham Train returning to Cusco Train Station at 21.15.
Private Transfer in Cusco
Approx. 30 minutes to your Hotel.
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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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Luxury Hiram Bingham Train
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The Hiram Bingham is an exclusive Luxury Orient Express service operated by Peru Rail; all service inclusive where you will enjoy a full day of unforgettable experiences. The service includes: • Champagne Reception • Brunch and dinner on board. • Exclusive Bus return to the citadel of Machu Picchu. • Entrance to Machu Picchu. • Guided tour in the citadel. • Gourmet Dinner & Small Show included on the return journey Observation Car: At the back of the Hiram Bingham is the Observation car, offering a space in which to truly appreciate the stunning Peruvian landscape. Observations cars are a great addition to any train and this one is furnished with dark wood, polished brass and large cushioned seats, thus making it the perfect place to sit, relax and watch the unfolding Peruvian landscape. Carriages: The carriages are luxurious with elegant decoration in the style of the 1920′s Pullman trains. Each of the four carriages has been furnished in polished wood and brass, with large chairs and plenty of space.
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10th Day – Fly Lima & Home (B) Service
Notes / Instructions
Private Transfer to Cusco Airport
We pick you up at the appropriate time for an Approx. 15 minute private 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.
At this time our services end with your arrival to Lima Airport.
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Financial Details Signature Collection Private Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Vacation 10 Days / 9 Nights Twin / Matrimonial Rooms
$5,850pp Book Online Now Big Discounts Available Please Ask
Groups of 4+ Traveling Together
Deposit would be $1000.00pp Balance due 60 Days before travel. We Accept Visa, MasterCard & American Express
Book Online Address: https://luxuryperutravel.rezdy.com/53610/signature-collection-private-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu-vacation-10-days
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What is Included All Private Tours with Qualified English-speaking guides All Private Transfers All Entrance Fees 6 Nights in Recommended 5* Hotels 3 Nights Camping on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu 9 x Breakfasts, 6 x Lunches, 5 x Dinner (B,L,D) Vistadome Train – Cusco / KM 82 Hiram Bigham Train - Machu Picchu / Cusco All Peru Internal flights: Lima / Cusco, Cusco / 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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Private Inca Trail Information What is Included on the Inca Trail: • Pre trek briefing • Collection from your hotel in the morning of departure. • Transport from Cusco to km 82 • Inca Trail Permit • Professional guide English/Spanish speaking (assistant guide for groups over 8 people). • Cook and Cooking equipment • Toilet tent • Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food). Our professional cooks prepare meals that incorporate elements of the western diet and also traditional Peruvian delicacies. • Porters (for equipment and personal items) they carry camping equipment, food and kitchen equipment. If you wish, you can hire a personal porter as well. • Dining tent with camp tables and chairs & Kitchen tent for the cook to prepare meals. • First aid kit • Oxygen bottle
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What is not included on the Inca Trail: • Tips for the guide, cook and porters What you should bring: • Sleeping Bag (one will be provided if you wish) • A light day pack / Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho • Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended. • Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and beanie. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping. • Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions) • Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold • Sun block and after-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body • Insect repellent minimum recommended 20% DEET • Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. • Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning. • We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams. • Personal medical kit with any special medications that you might require • Small towel or sarong and swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in the hot springs) • Cash in dollars and Soles - sufficient for snacks, tips, and souvenirs. • Original passport • Walking sticks or poles (available for hire)
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Information & FAQ - Peru Hotel vouchers for your trip We do not issue individual hotel vouchers; your full day by day itinerary represents exactly what is included in terms of hotel accommodation and meal basis. Passports Please double check your passport is valid for six months beyond the date of return from your trip. Immigration Card Upon arrival in Lima you will receive an immigration slip that should be kept for your departure. This slip of paper will be required at all hotel check-in so please keep it with you at all times. Visas UK / USA / Canadian & Australian citizens do not currently require a visa to visit Peru. A valid passport for at least 6 months after date of departure from Peru is required by all visitors. Tipping Tipping for good service is an accepted fact. Amounts are obviously discretionary, but as a rough guide our ground agents recommend US$6-10 per day for guides and US$4-5 for drivers Electricity 220 volts/110 volts. The plugs are either two pronged round (not the European pins) or flat pins.
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Time GMT minus 5 hours or 6 hours Money & Expense The Peruvian currency is the new sol, it is currently worth approximately $0.30 Change is always in short supply. Automatic cash dispensers are available in the major cities and towns. Most machines take all debit cards, as well as Cirrus and Plus cards. Visa and Amex are widely accepted (MasterCard to a lesser degree). If you want to bring traveler’s cheques, they should be in US dollars, and not sterling. Peru is a good value destination. Allow about $15-20 a day for meal and drink expenses, a local beer will normally cost around 1.00, a 2 course lunch $5 and a 2 course dinner $20. (Prices based on good local restaurants). Health No vaccinations are compulsory but tetanus, polio, typhoid, hepatitis A and yellow fever are advisable. Please check with a GP or Travel Clinic for other up to- date immunization advice, including malarial areas. Do not drink the tap water. Up to date health information available at: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinationPeru.aspx Altitude sickness ('soroche') is a possibility in the highland areas, precautions include resting when you first arrive, avoiding caffeine and alcohol and drinking coca tea. Nearly everyone will have a headache and feel out of breath and possibly nauseous for at least the first day at altitude, if symptoms worsen hotels and guides will have oxygen handy, the only cure for acute sickness is to descend to a lower altitude. The power of the sun at high altitudes is magnified, take sunglasses and sun cream.
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About Us – The Luxury Peru Travel Company For over 20 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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