Living Peru

What's Included

GUIDE:

• Operated with bilingual English and Spanish-speaking local guide

ACCOMMODATION:

• 10 nights' accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3 Arequipa:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Arequipa or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hampton by Hilton Arequipa or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5*

Day 4 Colca:

Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Pueblito Encantado del Colca or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 5*

Day 5-6 Puno:

Standard Hotel Category = Hacienda Puno or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Puno or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

Day 7 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 8 Sacred Valley:

Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Day 9-10 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

MEALS:

• 10 breakfasts
• 5 lunches on days 4-8

TRANSPORT:

• Private transfers from and to airports
• Transfers from/to train stations in a shared vehicle
• Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category, and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

• Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the above itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Santa Catalina Monastery and Society of Jesus Church in Arequipa; Condor Cross in Valley & Colca Canyon; Uros and Taquile Islands in Puno; Pucara, Racchi and Andahuaylillas on the route from Puno to Cusco; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay in Cusco; Machu Picchu on day 9 and Cusco Tourist Tax (BTC ticket)

What's Not Included

• Personal Expenses

  Expenses of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, and meals not stated in the programme.

• International Flights

  International flights to Peru.

• Domestic Flights

  Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning).

• Airport Taxes

  International and domestic airport departure taxes.

• Tips

  Tips for driver and guide.

• Optional Visits

  Optional visits mentioned as not included.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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Please Note

• Day 1: Optional Magic Water Circuit with Dinner does not operate on Sundays and Mondays
• Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator.
• Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive no later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late.
• Please note that Check In in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby.
• If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling.
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU

• The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel (2 hours and a half accompanied by a guide). If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.
• To help preserve the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary and maintain its World Heritage status, the Ministry of Culture has designated various visitor circuits. The specific circuit and schedule will be assigned based on availability at the time your reservation is confirmed.
• The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weight higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.

NEW PLASTIC REGULATION:

• After prohibiting the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.

INSTRUCTIONS

• Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information.
• In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3 Arequipa:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Arequipa or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hampton by Hilton Arequipa or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5*

Day 4 Colca:

• Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa, Pueblito Encantado del Colca or similar 5*

Day 5-6 Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category = Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Puno or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

Day 7-9 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private transfers from and to airports, shared vehicle transfers to train stations, and roundtrip train services to Machu Picchu, including Expedition, Voyager, Vistadome, and 360° services.

Accommodation

Enjoy 9 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star standard hotels like Tierra Viva to 5-star deluxe hotels such as Pullman Lima Miraflores, ensuring comfort and luxury throughout your stay.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Day 3 Arequipa:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Arequipa or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hampton by Hilton Arequipa or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5*

Day 4 Colca:

• Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Pueblito Encantado del Colca or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 5*

Day 5-6 Puno:

• Standard Hotel Category = Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Puno or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*

Day 7 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

Day 8 Sacred Valley:

• Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*

Day 9-10 Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre-night in Lima:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*

Post-night in Cusco:

• Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
• Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
• Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*