Railbookers South America by Rail Brochure for AU Travellers

2024 2025

SOUTH AMERICA

BY RAIL

WHY RAILBOOKERS?

Railbookers offers expertly planned tailor made holidays with an extensive range of trips to North America, Europe and beyond.

We take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer all our customers unparalleled service, incredible travel experiences and the very best value. The team at Railbookers is made up of proud ‘train geeks’ with comprehensive knowledge and passion for all things rail.

Lima

RAIL EXPERT KNOWLEDGE We know rail; from the best routes to the best times ensuring you have the best holiday.

MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY ny destination, any date A for any length of time… simply put, if the train goes there, so do we.

BOOK AND TRAVEL FROM TODAY TO 2 YEARS AHEAD You can depart today or book your bucket-list trip 2 years ahead; either way, we have you covered.

NO RAIL TRIP IS TOO COMPLICATED FOR US What is confusing is our easy and anything can be customized.

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LARGEST RAIL HOLIDAY SELECTION From luxurious, multicountry journeys to extending your cruise, or creating a tailor made rail itinerary, we have it all.

CONTENTS Why Railbookers Everything you need to know about our holidays

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Peru

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The Wonders of Peru and The Andean Explorer, and the Galapagos Islands onboard Yacht Isabela II

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The Wonders of Peru and The Andean Explorer

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Grand Tour of Peru including the Amazon onboard the Aqua Nera

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Classic Peru and the Nazca Lines

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Essential Peru, The Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu

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Essential Peru and The Amazon onboard the Delfin III

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OUR RAIL PARTNERS

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Peruvian food

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS HOW DO I MAKE A RESERVATION? Call Railbookers 1300 938 534 to speak with one of our knowledgeable Rail Experts to book your perfect rail holiday, call your local travel agent or visit our website to submit an online request at www.railbookers.com.au

WHAT INFORMATION DO YOU REQUIRE AT THE TIME OF BOOKING? All passenger first and last names, and all dates of birth, are required at the time of booking. Certain train providers will require passport information.

CAN I CUSTOMISE MY TRIP? Absolutely. We can add hotel nights to give you extra time to explore your destination, or add in additional destinations to help you discover new ones! We can also add transfers for ultimate ease and convenience and have an extensive range of sightseeing options so you can make the most of your trip. Just speak with our Rail Experts and we’ll start creating the perfect rail holiday for you.

CAN YOU RECOMMEND THE MOST SCENIC ROUTE TO GET TO MY DESTINATION? We’re always advocates of taking the scenic route!

With so much to see from the train windows on all our rail holidays, you’re in for a treat. If there’s a different route you could take for some extra special scenery, we’ll be excited to let you know!

CAN I UPGRADE TO FIRST-CLASS RAIL ON SOME OR EVEN ALL OF MY TRAIN JOURNEYS? You certainly can. We know that many of our customers like to upgrade some or all of their train journeys to first-class. Upgrading will give you a larger seat, more legroom and even a meal and drinks on certain routes. To find out more, please speak with one of our Rail Experts who will tell you the advantages of first class on your specific route.

CAN I TAKE A RAIL HOLIDAY THAT YOU OFFER IN REVERSE? Yes! We can offer a reverse option on many of our itineraries. If you are already planned to be in one destination and would like to visit cities on one of our packages in a different order or start/finish in a different location, please call us and speak with a Rail Expert.

WHERE ARE YOUR HOTELS LOCATED? Our hotels are centrally located within each city we offer. Most are within a short distance of local sights and/or your railway stations.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? In general, each passenger can take two items of luggage plus one personal item. There are no weight restrictions - just remember you’ll need to carry everything!

AM I ABLE TO TRAVEL ON MY CHOICE OF DATES? There are no set departure dates with our holidays, with the exception of private train journeys such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Most trains will run every day, which means our holidays do too!

CAN I CHOOSE MY TRAIN TIMES? Our packages don’t have set departure times, and if there is a train running when there are multiple trains a day, your Rail Expert will be able to talk you through the different departures. If there’s a particularly convenient time or a departure that will ensure you catch the best scenery, we’ll be sure to recommend it.

HOW LONG BEFORE THE TRAIN DEPARTS SHOULD I BE AT THE STATION? With the exception of Eurostar, which has a 45-minute check-in time, there is no official check-in required for train journeys in Europe or North America. Of course, we always recommend arriving at the station in plenty of time.

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS? After we receive full payment, travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to your departure.

CAN I ADD ON ADDITIONAL SIGHTSEEING OR ADDITIONAL HOTEL NIGHTS? Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/ or hotel nights to most existing rail holiday packages we offer. When you speak with a Rail Expert, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your holiday package as you wish. Additional charges may apply.

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PERU & ECUADOR Discover Peru and Ecuador’s boundless natural and cultural treasures. Explore Machu Picchu, the iconic Inca ruins shrouded in mist. Cruise along the Amazon, home to exotic wildlife.

Float among Lake Titicaca’s revered islands.

In Ecuador, giant tortoises inhabit the isolated Galapagos.

Experience living traditions and ruins of civilizations past.

Diverse landscapes astound, from Andes to coasts. Warm locals enhance every discovery in these countries steeped in history.

Memories will linger of sights awakening your spirit on these epic South American journeys.

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Machu Picchu

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THE WONDERS OF PERU AND THE ANDEAN EXPLORER, AND THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS ONBOARD YACHT ISABELA II Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Andean Explorer ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Quito ➡ The Galapagos Islands ➡ Quito

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS 4

QUITO 2 ECUADOR

Spend 4 nights onboard the Yacht Isabella II cruising around the Galapagos Islands before flying back to Quito

Andean Explorer restaurant

PERU

Your journey begins with your first 2 nights in Lima

South Pacific Ocean

Your journey ends with your final in Quito

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Yacht Isabella II Internal flights

Private transfers

Private transfers to Colca Canyon and to Arequipa

COLCA CANYON AREQUIPA

SARACOCHA Lake Titicaca

2 1 1 PUNO 1 SUMBAY

CAVES

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Sunset in Lima

Andean Explorer

20 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • 2 nights onboard the Andean Explorer A Belmond Train, in a Suite Cabin including en Suite facilities, air-conditioning, all onboard meals, beverages and entertainment, all excursions, guides and bus transfers • 13 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • 4 nights Galapagos Islands Cruise onboard Yacht Isabela II including Classic cabin accommodation, all meals and drinks, all off-board experiences and activities • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans, and Moray Terraces including lunch • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tour of Cusco, surrounding archaeological sites, and Colca Canyon • Private scenic transfer from Colca to Arequipa, including lunch • Half-day private tour of Arequipa and Santa Catalina Monastery, and Quito • Airfare from Arequipa to Lima, and Lima to Quito • Roundtrip airfare from Quito to The Galapagos Islands • All airport/hotel/station private transfers

Yacht Isabela II

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today, explore the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and the Government Palace. Discover the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, with its remarkable interior and rich history dating back to 1535. Then, the Larco Herrera Museum to delve into Peru’s ancient past.

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where they will also assist with all check-in procedures and departure formalities.

You will be met on arrival in Cusco, then driven on to The Sacred Valley. Along the way, you can visit the impressive Sulca Museum and lunch at the lovely Hacienda Huayoccari.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia. Witness the breathtaking array of colors in the salt deposits and visit the enigmatic Moray terraces. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the

Community of Misminay before being transferred back to your hotel.

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

observatory is the best place to enjoy the Andean scenery. Following lunch, enjoy a tour of the site of Raqchi, an archaeological site which boasts several architectural gems. After dinner onboard, enjoy a nightcap in the lounge car as the train continues its way to Lake Titicaca.

DAY 9 - THE ANDEAN EXPLORER AND LAKE TITICACA

Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss. It’s a day to enjoy unguided, so be it a stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

In the morning, enjoy the sunrise across the lake with breakfast. Disembark the train for an excursion to the magnificent Uros islands, man-made islands constructed from reeds which are constantly being replenished. Then, it’s on to Taquile Island, where you will enjoy lunch in a private location by the lake. From here, it’s back on the train to enjoy some time to relax in your suite, the bar, or the spa before making your way to Arequipa.

DAY 7 - CUSCO

DAY 10 - THE COLCA CANYON

Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Highlights of the tour include the Santa Domingo church, the Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and finally a tour of the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

Enjoy an early breakfast before heading off for a fascinating excursion to explore the scenery of Lake Lagunillas, then visit the Sumbay caves, home to fascinating paintings estimated to be over 8,000 years old. Bid farewell to the train at Sumbay Station, from where you continue your journey to the Colca Canyon by road. Stop for lunch and perhaps a stroll around Chivay before arriving at your hotel. Tour Continues on the next page 

DAY 6 - MACHU PICCHU

DAY 8 - THE ANDEAN EXPLORER You will be escorted to the station with plenty of time for your 11am departure onboard the Andean Explorer. Your private suite, the dining cars, and the bar are all beautifully decorated, and the outdoor

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THE WONDERS OF PERU AND THE ANDEAN EXPLORER, AND THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS ONBOARD YACHT ISABELA II (CONTINUED) Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Andean Explorer ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Quito ➡ The Galapagos Islands ➡ Quito

Colca Canyon

Blue footed boobies

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Quito, Ecuador

Galapagos islands

Arequipa

Market in Lima

Galapagos giant tortoise

DAY 11 - THE COLCA CANYON

DAY 15 - THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

DAY 18 - THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

In the early morning, you will be driven to the ‘Cruz del Condor’ observation point, which offers a magnificent view of the expansive Colca Canyon.

From here take a stroll around the towns of Maca at the base of the volcano Sabancaya, and then. Once back at the lodge, relax and enjoy at your leisure.

It’s a two-hour flight to the famous archipelago from Quito, and on arrival, a transfer will bring you to Santa Cruz Island and lunch in the humid Highlands, then on to Puerto Ayora on the coast.

Here you will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Giant Tortoise Breeding Centre.

Next, you will board your yacht, and home for the next four nights.

The first stop today is Punta Vicente Roca, which can only be explored by dingy. The wildlife here truly is abundant, with colonies of Galapagos fur seals, nesting Nazca boobies, and not to mention flightless cormorants, penguins, and marine iguanas. Back onboard you pass through the nutrient-rich waters of the Bolivar Channel en route to the island of Fernandina.

DAY 12 - THE COLCA CANYON TO AREQUIPA Today you will be transferred to Chvay for lunch, then to Arequipa passing lookouts, villages, and crossing Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve as you travel to Arequipa.

DAY 13 - LIMA Enjoy a private half-day tour of Arequipa today. Visit the historic La Compañia Church, an important Jesuit temple. Then, explore the Santa Catalina Convent, a 19th-century ‘small town’ opened to the public in 1970 after 400 years as a cloister. In the afternoon you will be escorted to the airport for an evening flight to Lima.

DAY 14 - QUITO This morning it’s a flight to the Ecuadorian capital Quito. Here you will be collected at the airport and whisked to your central hotel for a two-night stay.

DAY 16 - THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

DAY 19 - RETURN TO THE MAINLAND

Bartholome Island is no less fascinating than it was in 1835 when Darwin first arrived. Here you can take the opportunity to swim and snorkel around the iconic Pinnacle Rock where you will be treated to an impressive world of creatures found nowhere else on earth. After lunch, land at Sullivan Bay on the east coast of Santiago Island, a white coral sand beach that is ideal for swimming.

Bid farewell to the yacht and crew at Baltra Island, where you transfer and fly back to the mainland, and your final night in the convenient Wyndham Quito airport hotel.

DAY 20 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN QUITO

DAY 17 - THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS This morning, disembark on Santa Cruz and follow your guide past lagoons frequented by shorebirds, ducks, and American flamingos, as you make your way inland you will have the chance to see the islands’ famous land iguanas. In the afternoon, you will land on the black, sandy beach of James Bay on Santiago Island, where a trail will lead you to close-up encounters with land iguanas, and many land and marine birds amid the craggy rocks and lava flows.

The Sacred Valley

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THE WONDERS OF PERU AND THE ANDEAN EXPLORER

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Andean Explorer ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima

Your journey begins with 2 nights in Lima

PERU

LIMA 2 MACHU PICCHU 1

SACRED VALLEY

2 2 CUSCO

Colca Canyon

Spend 2 nights travelling through the Peruvian Highlands onboard the Belmond Andean Explorer

South Pacific Ocean

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1 Nights stay 1 Nights onboard the

Belmond Andean Explorer Internal flights

Private transfers between Cusco and Sacred Valley

Lake

SARACOCHA Titicaca COLCA 2 1 1 PUNO CANYON SUMBAY CAVES AREQUIPA

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Spend 2 nights in Arequipa before flying back to Lima

Private transfers to Colca Canyon and to Arequipa

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Arequipa main square and cathedral church

Andean Explorer

14 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • 2 nights onboard the Andean Explorer A Belmond Train, in a Suite Cabin including en Suite facilities, air-conditioning, all onboard meals, beverages and entertainment, all excursions, guides and bus transfers • 11 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Lima • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans, and Moray Terraces including lunch • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tour of Cusco, surrounding archaeological sites, Colca Canyon, Arequipa and Santa Catalina Monastery • Private scenic transfer from Colca to Arequipa, including lunch • Airfare from Lima to Cusco, and Arequipa to Lima • All airport/hotel/station private transfers

Totora boat on the Titicaca lake near Puno, Peru

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today, explore the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and the Government Palace. Discover the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, with its remarkable interior and rich history dating back to 1535.

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where you will fly to Cusco, then driven to The Sacred Valley. Along the way, you can visit the impressive Sulca Museum and lunch at the lovely Hacienda Huayoccari.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the Community of Misminay before being transferred back to your hotel.

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus

ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

DAY 6 - MACHU PICCHU Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss.

Maybe stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

DAY 7 - CUSCO Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Tour the Santa Domingo church, Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

DAY 8 - THE ANDEAN EXPLORER You will be escorted to the station for a 11am departure onboard the Andean Explorer. Following lunch, enjoy a tour of the site of Raqchi, then enjoy dinner onboard as the train continues its way to Lake Titicaca.

DAY 9 - THE ANDEAN EXPLORER AND LAKE TITICACA In the morning, enjoy the sunrise across the lake with breakfast. Disembark the train for an excursion to the Uros islands, man-made islands constructed from reeds. Then, it’s on to Taquile Island, where you will enjoy lunch in a private

location by the lake. From here, it’s back on the train to enjoy some time to relax onboard while you make your way to Arequipa.

DAY 10 - THE COLCA CANYON Head off for a fascinating excursion to explore the scenery of Lake Lagunillas, then visit the Sumbay caves, home to fascinating paintings estimated to be over 8,000 years old. Bid farewell to the train at Sumbay Station, from where you continue your journey to the Colca Canyon by road.

DAY 11 - THE COLCA CANYON In the early morning, you will be driven to the ‘Cruz del Condor’ observation point, which offers a magnificent view of the expansive Colca Canyon.

From here take a stroll around the towns of Maca.

DAY 12 - THE COLCA CANYON TO AREQUIPA Today you will be transferred to Chvay for lunch, then to Arequipa passing lookouts, villages, and crossing Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve on your way to Arequipa.

DAY 13 - AREQUIPA Enjoy a private half-day tour of Arequipa. Visit the historic La Compañia Church and the Santa Catalina Convent.The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

DAY 14 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LIMA

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GRAND TOUR OF PERU INCLUDING THE AMAZON ONBOARD THE AQUA NERA

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Puno (Lake Titicaca) ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Amazon ➡ Lima ➡ Paracas ➡ Lima

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Aqua Nera

Internal flights

Spend 3 nights onboard the Aqua Nera cruising along the Amazon

Your journey begins with your first 2 nights in Lima

Private transfers between Lima and Paracas

LIMA 4 PARACAS

Spend 2 nights in Paracas before travelling back to Lima for your final night

South Pacific Ocean

Aqua Nera suite

PERU

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SACRED MACHU VALLEY PICCHU 1 2 2 CUSCO

NAZCA LINES Take a flight over the Nazca Lines

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Private transfers between Cusco and Sacred Valley

Lake Titicaca

2 PUNO

COLCA CANYON

Private transfers between Puno, Colca Canyon and Arequipa

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Sacred Valley

Colca Canyon

21 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • Cusco to Puno onboard the Titicaca Train • 17 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • 3 nights accommodation in a suite onboard the Aqua Nera luxury cruise ship including all meals and drinks, 2 hours daily internet access, complimentary laundry service, all necessary equipment, including boots, and binoculars, and all excursions and experiences • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans, Moray Terraces including lunch, Lake Titicaca and islands • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tour of Cusco, surrounding archaeological sites, Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Santa Catalina Monastery, and Iquitos • Morning flight over the Nazca Lines from Paracas • Winery visit and pisco tasting • Huacachina Oasis visit, and a dune buggy tour • Morning shared cruise and tour of the Ballestas Islands • Airfare from Lima to Cusco, Arequipa to Lima, and Lima to Iquitos roundtrip • All airport/hotel/station private transfers

Titicaca train

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU

Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure.

Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today, explore the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and the Government Palace. Discover the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, with its remarkable interior and rich history dating back to 1535. Then, the Larco Herrera Museum to delve into Peru’s ancient past.

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where they will also assist with all check-in procedures and departure formalities.

You will be met on arrival in Cusco, then driven on to The Sacred Valley. Along the way, you can visit the impressive Sulca Museum and lunch at the lovely Hacienda Huayoccari.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia.

Witness the breathtaking array of colors in the salt deposits and visit the enigmatic Moray terraces. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the Community of Misminay before being transferred back to your hotel.

DAY 6 - MACHU PICCHU Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss. It’s a day to enjoy unguided, so be it a stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

DAY 7 - CUSCO Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Highlights of the tour include the Santa Domingo church, the Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and finally a tour of the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

DAY 8 - CUSCO TO PUNO ON THE TITICACA TRAIN A driver will collect you early this morning and escort you to Wanchaq Train Station, where will be welcomed by local musicians who provide a beautiful background as you board the train.

Entertainers and musicians are onboard throughout

the journey, and the luxurious Pullman-style dining cars are the perfect setting to enjoy the delicious local gourmet three-course lunch with wine, and afternoon tea. On arrival, a representative will meet you in Puno, and escort you to your hotel.

DAY 9 - LAKE TITICACA In the morning, embark on an unforgettable motorboat journey to the extraordinary ‘Floating Islands’ of the Uros on Lake Titicaca, then continue to Taquile Island, home to Quenchua-speaking natives. Enjoy a local lunch served by one of the locals, then take a scenic walk through the gentle hills and archaeological sites around the lake.

DAY 10 - LAKE TITICACA TO THE COLCA CANYON Today you will journey from Lake Titicaca to the Colca Canyon, one of the world’s deepest and most spectacular canyons. Traverse Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve where you will see herds of Vicuñas and Alpacas, then you will arrive in the town of Chivay for lunch.

DAY 11 - THE COLCA CANYON In the early morning, you will be driven to the ‘Cruz del Condor’ observation point, which offers a magnificent view of the expansive Colca Canyon.

From here take a stroll around the towns of Maca at the base of the volcano Sabancaya, and then. Once back at the lodge, relax and enjoy at your leisure.

TOUR CONTINUES ON THE NEXT PAGE 

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GRAND TOUR OF PERU INCLUDING THE AMAZON ONBOARD THE AQUA NERA (CONTINUED)

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Puno (Lake Titicaca) ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Amazon ➡ Lima ➡ Paracas ➡ Lima

Paracas

Amazon rainforest, Peru

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Aqua Nera outdoor dining

Aqua Nera

Ballestas Islands

Lima

DAY 12 - THE COLCA CANYON TO AREQUIPA

DAY 16 - AMAZON CRUISE

Today you will be transferred to Chvay for lunch, then to Arequipa passing lookouts, villages, and crossing Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve as you travel to Arequipa.

DAY 13 - AREQUIPA Enjoy a private half-day tour of Arequipa today. Visit the historic La Compañia Church, an important Jesuit temple. Then, explore the Santa Catalina Convent, a 19th-century ‘small town’ opened to the public in 1970 after 400 years as a cloister.

The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure. In the afternoon you will be escorted to the airport for an evening flight to Lima.

DAY 14 - AMAZON CRUISE Fly to the northern city of Iquitos via Lima today, and once you have arrived you will be escorted on a short tour of the city and lunch, then board the wonderful Aqua Nera ship to begin your luxurious Amazon adventure.

DAY 15 - AMAZON CRUISE Aboard the comfortable skiffs, set sail from the Amazon River to the Yarapa River, where you will spot tropical songbirds, black-collared hawks, and sloths. In the afternoon, sail on to Lake Clavero where villagers rely on traditional dugout canoes to get around. In the evening enjoy dinner and entertainment onboard Aqua Nera

Today venture into the blackwater tributaries of the Yanallpa River by skiff. Here you will disembark to traverse deep into the wildlife-rich Amazonian rainforest led by your knowledgeable naturalist.

Following your exploration, reboard the skiffs for a serene cruise along the El Dorado River, engaging in a dusk excursion to seek out exotic nocturnal creatures.

DAY 17 - LIMA Begin your day with a guided visit to a local market, where you can marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon and sample exotic snacks if you wish. After, return to the shop for breakfast and disembarkation. On your way to Iquitos airport for your flight back to Lima you will visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (ACOBIA).

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to meet baby manatees and learn about their endangered status.

Relax on your flight back to the capital Lima.

DAY 18 - LIMA TO PARACAS Once again you will be collected in the morning by your private driver and guide, and this time drive south to the city of Ica. The region here is rich in fertile ground, famed for its wine and pisco production, and it borders the Paracas National Reserve.

DAY 19 - THE NAZCA LINES AND HUACACHINA OASIS In the morning, you will be driven to the Paracas airport for a 90-minute flight over the Nazca Lines.

Weather permitting, you will witness twelve of the world-famous geoglyphs etched into the desert sand including the hummingbird, condor, and monkey. Then you will visit a local winery where you will learn (and taste!) all there is to know about the famous Pisco brandy. In the afternoon it’s on to the beautiful Huacachina Oasis! You will take a comfortable and specialized buggy ride into the desert from where you have the chance to take some spectacular views of the Oasis.

DAY 20 - THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS, AND LIMA It’s an early start today as you board a motorboat bound for the Ballestas Islands. This two-hour tour is a must-see for wildlife lovers, and this rocky archipelago is often called a mini-Galapagos thanks to its abundant wildlife. Following your cruise, you will be met again by your private driver and guide for the four-hour drive along the Desert and PanAmerican Highway back to Lima for a final night in Peru.

DAY 21 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LIMA

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CLASSIC PERU AND THE NAZCA LINES

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Puno (Lake Titicaca) ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Paracas ➡ Lima

Your journey begins with your first 2 nights in Lima

LIMA 4

PERU

Private transfers between Lima and Paracas

MACHU PICCHU 1 PARACAS 2

Spend 2 nights in Paracas before travelling back to Lima for your final night KEY

1 Nights stay Internal flights

SACRED VALLEY

2 2 CUSCO

Private transfers between Cusco and Sacred Valley Titicaca lake

Take a flight over the Nazca Lines

NAZCA LINES

South Pacific Ocean

COLCA CANYON 2

AREQUIPA 2

Lake Titicaca

2 PUNO

Private transfers between Puno, Colca Canyon and Arequipa

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Ancient Inca circular terraces at Moray, Sacred Valley

Machu Picchu

18 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • Cusco to Puno onboard the Titicaca Train • 17 nights hotel accommodation with breakfas • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans and Moray Terraces including lunch • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tour of Cusco, surrounding archaeological sites, and Colca Canyon • Full-day private tour of Lake Titicaca, Arequipa and Santa Catalina Monastery • Flight over the Nazca Lines from Paracas • Winery visit and pisco tasting • Huacachina Oasis visit and a dune buggy tour • Morning shared cruise and tour of the Ballestas Islands • Airfare from Lima and Cusco and Arequipa to Lima • All airport/hotel/station private transfers

Miraflores town, cliff and the Costa Verde high way, Lima

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today, explore the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and the Government Palace. Discover the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, with its remarkable interior and rich history dating back to 1535. Then, the Larco Herrera Museum to delve into Peru’s ancient past.

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where they will also assist with all check-in procedures and departure formalities.

You will be met on arrival in Cusco, then driven on to The Sacred Valley. Along the way, you can visit the impressive Sulca Museum and lunch at the lovely Hacienda Huayoccari.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia. Witness the breathtaking array of colors in the salt deposits and visit the enigmatic

Moray terraces. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the Community of Misminay before being transferred back to your hotel.

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

DAY 6 - MACHU PICCHU Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss. It’s a day to enjoy unguided, so be it a stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

DAY 7 - CUSCO Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Highlights of the tour include the Santa Domingo church, the Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and finally a tour of the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

DAY 8 - CUSCO TO PUNO ON THE TITICACA TRAIN A driver will collect you early this morning and escort you to Wanchaq Train Station, where will be welcomed by local musicians who provide a beautiful background as you board the train.

Entertainers and musicians are onboard throughout the journey, and the luxurious Pullman-style dining cars are the perfect setting to enjoy the delicious local gourmet three-course lunch with wine, and afternoon tea. On arrival, a representative will meet you in Puno, and escort you to your hotel.

DAY 9 - LAKE TITICACA In the morning, embark on an unforgettable motorboat journey to the extraordinary ‘Floating Islands’ of the Uros on Lake Titicaca, then continue to Taquile Island, home to Quenchua-speaking natives. Enjoy a local lunch served by one of the locals, then take a scenic walk through the gentle hills and archaeological sites around the lake.

DAY 10 - LAKE TITICACA TO THE COLCA CANYON Today you will journey from Lake Titicaca to the Colca Canyon, one of the world’s deepest and most spectacular canyons. Traverse Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve where you will see herds of Vicuñas and Alpacas, then you will arrive in the town of Chivay for lunch.

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CLASSIC PERU AND THE NAZCA LINES (CONTINUED)

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Puno (Lake Titicaca ➡ Colca Canyon ➡ Arequipa ➡ Lima ➡ Paracas ➡ Lima

Titicaca train

DAY 11 - THE COLCA CANYON

DAY 14 - LIMA

In the early morning, you will be driven to the ‘Cruz del Condor’ observation point, which offers a magnificent view of the expansive Colca Canyon.

From here take a stroll around the towns of Maca at the base of the volcano Sabancaya, and then. Once back at the lodge, relax and enjoy at your leisure.

A driver will collect you from your hotel at the appropriate time to take you to the airport for your included flight to Lima. Here check in at your hotel for an overnight stay, and perhaps enjoy one of the city’s many Michelin-starred restaurants for dinner.

DAY 12 - THE COLCA CANYON TO AREQUIPA Today you will be transferred to Chvay for lunch, then to Arequipa passing lookouts, villages, and crossing Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve as you travel to Arequipa.

DAY 13 - AREQUIPA Enjoy a private half-day tour of Arequipa today. Visit the historic La Compañia Church, an important Jesuit temple. Then, explore the Santa Catalina Convent, a 19th-century ‘small town’ opened to the public in 1970 after 400 years as a cloister. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

DAY 15 - LIMA TO PARACAS Once again you will be collected in the morning by your private driver and guide, and this time drive south to the city of Ica. The region here is rich in fertile ground, famed for its wine and pisco production, and it borders the Paracas National Reserve.

DAY 17 - THE BALLESTAS ISLANDS, AND LIMA It’s an early start today as you board a motorboat bound for the Ballestas Islands. This two-hour tour is a must-see for wildlife lovers, and this rocky archipelago is often called a mini-Galapagos thanks to its abundant wildlife. Following your cruise, you will be met again by your private driver and guide for the four-hour drive along the Desert and PanAmerican Highway back to Lima for a final night in Peru.

DAY 18 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LIMA

DAY 16 - THE NAZCA LINES AND HUACACHINA OASIS In the morning, you will be driven to the Paracas airport for a 90-minute flight over the Nazca Lines.

Weather permitting, you will witness twelve of the world-famous geoglyphs etched into the desert sand including the hummingbird, condor, and monkey. Then you will visit a local winery where you will learn (and taste!) all there is to know about the famous Pisco brandy. In the afternoon it’s on to the beautiful Huacachina Oasis! You will take a comfortable and specialized buggy ride into the desert from where you have the chance to take some spectacular views of the Oasis.

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nazca Lines, Peru

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ESSENTIAL PERU, THE SACRED VALLEY, AND MACHU PICCHU

The main square of Lima, Peru

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco

8 DAYS

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • 7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans, and Moray Terraces including lunch • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tour of Cusco, and the surrounding archaeological sites.

• Roundtrip airfare between Lima and Cusco • All airport/hotel/station private transfers

KEY

1 Nights stay Internal flights

PERU Your journey begins with 2 nights in Lima

LIMA 2 MACHU PICCHU 1

SACRED VALLEY

2 2 CUSCO

Private transfers between Cusco and Sacred Valley

Spend 2 nights in Cusco before flying back to Lima

South Pacific Ocean DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY

Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure.

Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where they will also assist with all check-in procedures and departure formalities.

You will be met on arrival in Cusco, then driven on to The Sacred Valley. Along the way, you can visit the impressive Sulca Museum and lunch at the lovely Hacienda Huayoccari.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today, explore the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and the Government Palace. Discover the Casa de Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, with its remarkable interior and rich history dating back to 1535. Then, the Larco Herrera Museum to delve into Peru’s ancient past.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia. Witness the breathtaking array of colors in the salt deposits and visit the enigmatic Moray terraces. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the Community of Misminay before being transferred back to your hotel.

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

DAY 6 - MACHU PICCHU Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss. It’s a day to enjoy unguided, so be it a stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

DAY 7 - CUSCO Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Highlights of the tour include the Santa Domingo church, the Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and finally a tour of the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

DAY 8 - YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LIMA A driver will collect you from your hotel at the appropriate time to take you to the airport for your included flight to Lima.

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ESSENTIAL PERU AND THE AMAZON ONBOARD THE DELFIN III

Lima ➡ Sacred Valley ➡ Machu Picchu ➡ Cusco ➡ Amazon ➡ Lima

Your journey ends with your flight from Iquitos back to Lima for your final night

IQUITOS 3

Spend 3 nights onboard the Delfin III cruising along the Amazon

Sloth hanging from a tree in a Amazon rainforest

Your journey begins with your first 2 nights in Lima

South Pacific Ocean

LIMA 3

PERU

SACRED MACHU VALLEY PICCHU 1 2 2

KEY

1 Nights stay 1 Nights onboard Delfin III

Private transfers between Cusco and Sacred Valley

CUSCO

Internal flights

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Aguas Calientes

12 DAYS

The Delfin III

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS TRIP HOLIDAY INCLUDES: • Roundtrip rail to Machu Picchu • 7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • 3 nights’ accommodation in a private cabin onboard the Delfin III ship including all meals and drinks, necessary equipment, excursions, and experiences • Full-day private tour of Lima, Maras Saltpans, and Moray Terraces including lunch • Tours of Machu Picchu, including entrance fees • Half-day private tours of Cusco, surrounding archaeological sites, and Iquitos • Roundtrip airfare between Lima and Cusco, and Lima and Iquitos • Select transfers throughout the trip

Machu Picchu

DAY 1 - YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS IN LIMA

DAY 5 - MACHU PICCHU

Welcome to Peru! You will be met on your arrival at the airport, then transported to your city center hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your leisure.

Today embark on the train journey of a lifetime!

Take in the changing landscape from the Andean highlands to the jungle, before arriving at the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, take a short bus ride to the famous ancient citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas.

DAY 2 - LIMA Today is a day exploring the riches of the city, with your private guide. Visit Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, and the Casa de Aliaga. Then, the Larco Herrera Museum to delve into Peru’s ancient past, featuring a vast collection of pre-Columbian art. Enjoy a delightful meal at Café del Museo Restaurant within the museum complex.

DAY 6 - CUSCO Rise and shine early today as the sunrise over Machu Picchu is a sight you don’t want to miss. It’s a day to enjoy unguided, so be it a stroll around the ancient ruins or a visit to the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, it’s up to you. In the afternoon return to Cusco by scenic train, then you will be escorted to your hotel.

DAY 3 - THE SACRED VALLEY

DAY 7 - CUSCO

Your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to take you to the airport, where they will also assist with all check-in procedures and departure formalities.

You will be met on arrival in Cusco, then driven on to The Sacred Valley.

Explore the beautiful city of Cusco today. Highlights of the tour include the Santa Domingo church, the Cristobal viewpoint, the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Inca baths of Tambomachay, and finally a tour of the magnificent Main Plaza and Cathedral.

DAY 4 - THE SACRED VALLEY After breakfast enjoy a guided journey through the Inca’s Sacred Valley, exploring the ancient Maras Saltpans where salt has been harvested for millennia. Witness the breathtaking array of colors in the salt deposits and visit the enigmatic Moray terraces.

DAY 8 - CUSCO TO IQUITOS, AND THE DELFIN III Fly to the northern city of Iquitos via Lima today, then transfer to the riverside town of Nauta. A VIP welcome awaits you here as you board Delfin on the shores of the Marañon River. Soon you will arrive at Pahuachiro - a great spot to see some of the amazing creatures in the region and enjoy a beautiful sunset. Then, it’s a fun night safari on

Nauta Caño Creek, a known spot for silverback tamarillo monkeys, dolphins, and sloths.

DAY 9 - OVERNIGHT ONBOARD THE DELFIN III CRUISE SHIP Rise early to explore the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, a vibrant tropical haven teeming with wildlife. Next, embark on a guided walk at the Amazon Natural Park to discover the medicinal plants of the Peruvian Amazon. Your final visit today is to the secluded village of Yachay, where Shaman Carola resides.

DAY 10 - AMAZON CRUISE This morning cruise through the well-preserved Yanayquillo creeks, guided by an expert who will highlight the region’s biodiversity. Experience dolphin feeding and try piranha fishing in this vibrant spot. Later, navigate to Piraña Caño on the Marañon River, choosing between a kayak or skiff.

DAY 11 - LIMA Say goodbye to the Delfin III and all the crew as you travel by private car back to Iquitos. On your way to Iquitos airport for your flight back to Lima you will visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (ACOBIA). Here, you’ll have the opportunity to meet baby manatees and learn about their endangered status. Relax on your flight back to the capital Lima, for your final night in Peru.

DAY 12- YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN LIMA

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