Shades of Peru

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

• Operated with English and Spanish speaking local guide on a shared basis on day 2-6

ACCOMMODATION:

• 6 night's 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- 6 Cusco:

Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva 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 or similar 3*

Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*

Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*

MEALS:

• 6 breakfasts
• 2 Lunches on day 4, 6

TRANSPORT:

• Private transfers from and to the airport
• Transfers Cusco - Ollanta train station- Cusco
• 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 Rail) for Deluxe category.
• Bus Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu- Aguas Calientes on shared basis.

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

• All visits mentioned in the itinerary: city tour in Lima (day 2), city tour & archaeological sites in Cusco (day 3), guided tour in Machu Picchu (day 4), Vinicunca Trail (day 6)
• Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)

OTHER:

• Meet and Greet on day 1 and day 3

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses, drinks and meals not explicitly mentioned in the programme.
• Tips for driver and guide.
• International flights to Peru.
• Domestic flights: Lima - Cusco (Day 3) (it is advised to book the first flights in the morning).
• Domestic and foreign airport taxes.
• Walking sticks.

Requirements

Weather in the region is extremely variable and we suggest you to pack for a variety of conditions. In addition, our trek passes through various bio-zones ranging from high altitude alpine conditions to high jungle. During a sunny day you can expect temperatures of about 18–27°C (65–80°F), however, on the pass the weather is very unpredictable and temperatures can drop to 0°C (30°F) during the day (but you won’t spend a lot of time up there). At nights, temperatures vary from 05 - 10º C to 0°C or below. We provide you a Sleeping bag that can support -28 °C (-18 F), and a bottle of hot water for your convenience.

Expect a mixture of terrain from the highlands to the cloud forest. Most of the road is rocky, passing through steep parts and downs, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.

Please Note

• Day 1: Optional extra 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 1:00 p.m. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
• If your trip includes the 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
• Day 4: During the months of December and March (rainy season), we will include the visit to Chinchero, town of Maras and chicherías (local corn beer factory), instead of Las Salineras. Also, during these months, you have the option to replace this tour with a visit to the South Valley
• 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- 6 Cusco:

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

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- 6 Cusco:

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

Mode of Transport

Private transfers from and to the airport, transfers to and from Cusco - Ollanta train station, roundtrip train to Machu Picchu, and bus transfers on a shared basis.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of accommodation with options ranging from 3-star hotels like Tierra Viva to 5-star hotels like Pullman Lima Miraflores in Lima and Aranwa Cusco Boutique in Cusco.