Luxury Peru Tour: Inca Ruins and Amazon Rainforest

Itinerary

• Day 1: Lima, Arrival

  Welcome to Lima, a cosmopolitan oasis that blends Andean traditions with coastal influences and a rich Spanish colonial history.

  Upon arrival, our staff will assist with check-in, luggage and transfer you to your hotel.

  Accommodation: Hilton Hotel (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 2: Lima - Cusco, Inca Ruins

  Today, fly to the ancient Inca city of Cusco and set out to explore its storied past.

  Gaze upon the European splendor of Cusco Cathedral, its towers piercing the mountain sky from what was once the holiest place in the Inca empire. Wander through Coricancha, the Inca's legendary Temple of the Sun, where beams of light once illuminated walls of perfect stonework. Climb to the ramparts of Sacsayhuaman, its immense walls and solemn stone sentinels now standing guard over the city below for eternity.

  Next, ancient places near Cusco work their magic. Q'enqo astounds with idols guarding age-old secrets in cathedral-like chambers of massive stone. Puca Pucara greets you with Inca palaces high above the Urubamba, their architecture revealing Inca mastery. Tambomachay mesmerizes with cascading fountains and water channels lined by monoliths, evidence of the Inca's thirst to control water and nature.

  Accommodation: Palacio del Inka (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 3: Cusco - Sacred Valley - Cusco

  As your full-day sightseeing tour begins, the day unfolds like a rose - its petals of wonder opening one by one.

  First, you breathe the thin mountain air of Moray, terraced circles planting promise in perfect rows. Next, salt plains shimmer like mirages at Maras, waters mirroring Andean skies where Incas trod centuries before. Chinchero's fortified walls enfold an ageless village. Climbing atop the fortified Inca walls, you gaze out over colorful adobe rooftops and orderly stone streets, a perfectly planned Andean village. Winding narrow cobblestone alleyways in Ollantaytambo, you picture the rhythms of daily life down these same streets centuries ago. Lose yourself in an explosion of colors and aromas at the Pisac Market, a fascinating glimpse into the rhythms of modern Andean life.

  Accommodation: Palacio del Inka (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 4: Cusco - Aguas Calientes - Cusco, Machu Picchu

  This morning, transfer to Poroy's station to take the train to Aguas Calientes. The fabled vistas of Machu Picchu beckon you forth!

  Board a 30-minute shuttle bus ride up to the lost city of the Incas. Once inside, marvel at the ingenious Inca engineering tucked into mountain clifftops with panoramic views. Absorb the mystical energy still palpable in these sacred ruins. Walk in the footsteps of ancient Inca priests and imagine life in this mountain citadel.

  After the guided tour, descend by a shuttle bus to the charming Aguas Calientes for your train back to Poroy. Upon arrival, transfer to Cusco.

  Accommodation: Palacio del Inka (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 5: Cusco - Lima, Lima City Highlights

  Transfer to the airport to take the flight to Lima. Throwing wide its gates, the historic city of Lima invites you within.

  Wander the cobbled streets and graceful plazas of Lima's historic center, seeing scenes unfold before your eyes as centuries peel away. Lima Cathedral dazzles you with baroque and neoclassical styles. Within San Francisco's cloistered courtyards, centuries of history come alive for you as ancient walls tell their tales.

  Then, have a 7-course tasting menu at Cafea Cute del Museo Larco, savoring the aromas of traditional Peruvian gastronomy. Next, enter the labyrinthine halls of the Larco Museum filled with treasures of pre-Columbian rulers, intricately carved ceramics catching your eye at every turn, lifting the veil on Peru's ancient mysteries.

  Accommodation: Hilton Hotel (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 6: Lima - Iquitos, Amazon River Cruise

  This morning, make your way to Iquitos Airport to catch a short flight to Nauta.

  In the afternoon, step into a novel that comes to life - a luxurious riverine odyssey deep within the emerald domain of the Amazon rainforest. As you gaze out through the windows, you will find yourself in the mysterious world of the jungle. Silence falls as the sun sinks below the jungle horizon in a blaze of crimsons and gold, enfolding you in the hushed mysteries of the Amazonian night.

  Accommodation: Crucero Zafiro (Luxury Cruise)

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• Day 7: Amazon River Cruise, Spot Wildlife

  Begin by venturing upon skiffs to explore the fascinating obsidian waters of the Yanallpa River, disembarking to delve deep into the lush Amazonian rainforest. Spot an array of wildlife including colorful songbirds, raptors, and an anaconda lurking below. Next, cruise the Tapiche River in the heart of the Amazon basin, spotting fearsome caiman, monkeys swinging through the canopy, and myriad bird species.

  Before midday, return for a spectacular cooking demonstration showcasing Amazon cuisine prepared with a passion for the rainforest. Afternoon fishing on the Dorado River using time-honored techniques grants insight into the timeless relationship between people and this watery world.

  At dusk, embark on a nighttime expedition, spotting caiman eyes glinting below and tarantulas ambling across your path - a magical journey into the realm of nocturnal Amazon wildlife.

  Accommodation: Crucero Zafiro (Luxury Cruise)

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• Day 8: Amazon River Cruise, Pink River Dolphins & Local Village

  As your cruise glides along the shimmering Yarapa River, pink river dolphins and caimans may surface in the water before you, while monkeys and colorful avians flit through the canopy above. The adjacent lakes thrive with a dazzling array of fishes, and you may spot the elusive giant river otter hunting and frolicking.

  Then travel down the mighty Amazon River, admiring its lush vegetation and diverse ecosystems along the way. Stop at the village of Huasi to learn about local skills, culture, and cuisine from the native residents. This close encounter with the ancient Mother fills you with a lifelong reverence for her unfathomable grace and indomitable spirit.

  Before heading back on board, take a bath at Tahuayo River. Soaking weary limbs in the hallowed waters of the Tahuayo River rejuvenates body and spirit alike.

  Accommodation: Crucero Zafiro (Luxury Cruise)

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• Day 9: Amazon River - Lima, Manatee Rescue Centre

  Leaving the verdant shores with a heavy heart filled with images of wildlife wonders and the sounds of rushing waters, you bid farewell today to the Amazon's broad embrace and embark on a new journey.

  Transfer to the Manatee Rescue Centre then take the flight to Lima, a city that blends colonial splendor with modern hustle beneath the desert sun. Spend a restful night in the hotel and anticipate the next day's adventures.

  Accommodation: Hilton Hotel (Luxury 5-Star Hotel)

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• Day 10: Lima, Departure

  With images of Amazon wonders, towering Inca walls, and golden relics mdash; you board the homebound flight. Peru's living history remains etched within your soul.

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