LIMA CUSCO- INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU
CUSCO CLASSIC 12DAYS /11 NIGHTS

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1 DAY – LIMA - CUSCO

Transfer Aeropuerto – Hotel in Lima near to the aiport

2 DAY FLIGHT LIMA TO PUERTO MALDONADO

Transfer to the airport where we'll take the flight to Puerto Maldonado, ( airfare included ) upon arrival from Lima, greeting at the airport and transportation to the WASAI Maldonado Lodge, where you will receive a welcoming tropical fruit beverage. You will embark for a 3 to 4 1/2 hour motorboat trip up the Tambopata river to WASAI Tambopata Lodge & Research Center (box lunch on route). During the trip we will be able to observe the local farms, while groups of birds pass over the boat.
Opportunity to see families of Ronsocos, the largest rodents in the world. Reception, accommodation at the lodge, and lunch. After a short rest we will have a brief introductory walk in the forest nearby to learn basic principles of ecology and hear some wildlife natural history. Return to the lodge for dinner.After dinner we will make our first visit to the forest to ob serve the nocturnal life of insects, frogs of various colors, and an occasional encounter with nocturnal mammals. We will enjoy the diverse sounds of the jungle which will accompany our first night. Sleep in the lodge.(L, D)

3 DAY : MACAW CLAY LICK

"Collpa" We will wake up early (4 am) to drink a coffee or hot drink and leave for the "Collpa". We will travel up the Tambopata river (or "Bahuaja" in the local dialect) for an hour and a half, to arrive to observe from a safe distance one of the greatest spectacles of wildlife: hundreds of parrots and macaws of various species, enjoying their diet of mineral salts on the clay wall. It is an experience that never will be forgotten.We will make a stop on the river bank to have a fruit snack and we will return to the lodge to have breakfast and rest. After lunch we will enter the verdant jungle on a special trail to observe wild life. We will then enter the territory of peccaries, deer, and others, with the possibility to hear or see the tracks of them, or discovering a troop of monkeys travelling through the forest in search of food. Time permitting, we will be able to return to enjoy a relaxing swim in the cascade of the cat. After dinner we can make another trip through the jungle, search for caimans or relax in our lodge surrounded by exotic nocturnal sounds. (B, L, D)

4 DAY LAKE SANDOVAL

After breakfast we will make a trip in boat to the WASAI Maldonado Lodge, in Puerto Maldonado where we will relax in our bungalows and enjoy a tasty lunch. After lunch we will leave and travel for twenty minutes on the Madre de Dios River, to the access trail to Lake Sandoval, a beautiful typical rainforest lake. 5 km hike to the banks of the lake. There we will board a canoe to paddle around the lake enjoying the beauty of the landscape and observing the wildlife, such as kingfishers, herons, hoatzins (unique pre historic looking birds) , monkeys, etc. If we are lucky we could see the family of giant otters which live at the lake. We will have the opportunity to fish piranhas and swim in the lake. Prepare yourself for a spectacular sunset. It is time to begin our return hike to the Madre de Dios River to return to Puerto Maldonado. There we will stay in the modern and comfortable bungalows of WASAI Maldonado Lodge. After dinner we will be able to rest or go around the city on foot or on bicycle.We can enjoy the pool and its cascade surounded by verdant vegetation. Rest of the night free to enjoy the night life of this welcoming city. (B, L, D)

5 DAY PUERTO MALDONADO CUSCO-CITY

Tour After an early breakfast we will return to Puerto Maldonado for our flight to Cusco ( airfare included ), upon arrival reception and transfer to HotEl , followed by a few cups of mate de coca, whilst you iron out any questions you may have with us. At 13:45 you leave on the Cusco City Tour. This tour includes the major sites of historical interest in Cusco, such as the famous Inca fort at Sacsayhuaman, and the temple of the Sun. Also included in this is a tourist card, giving you access to all the sites in the Cusco area as a whole (i.e., including outside of the City itself) This tour finishes at 18:00.(B)

6 DAY : INKA TRAIL 4 DAYS /3 NIGHTS CUSCO - CHILCA - WAYLLABAMBA

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco very early in the morning, to take bus to the city of Chilca to begin your trek along the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. After approximately three hours walking you will stop for lunch. Then you will continue walking towards your first camp at Wayllabamba, on the way you will have a guided tour of the archaeological complex of Llactapata. Dinner and overnight in tents at the campsite.

7 DAY : WAYLLABAMBA - WARMIWAÑUSCA - PACAYMAYO

After breakfast, the toughest part of the trail begin, walking towards the highest point in the Inca Trail where you will have an unbelievable panoramic view of the whole area and will observe different types of microclimates. After a 3 hours walk you will reach the first pass, named Warmiwañiusca or Dead Woman's Pass, at approximately 4,200 m.a.s.l. Here, you will have a tremendous feeling of achievement mixed with relief on reaching the top. After lunch you will continue your walking down to Pacaymayo where you will camp and have dinner.

8 DAY : PACAYMAYO - PUYA PATAMARKA - WIÑAY HUAYNA

After breakfast start the descent towards the second most important pass of the trail at 3,850 m.a.s.l. having a guided visit at the archaeological complex of Runkurakay and the Inca citadel of Sayacmarca. Continue your trekking towards Puya Patamarka (Cloud-level town), another important archaeological monument, where lunch will be served. After a short break you will continue walking to Wiñay Huayna (Forever Young) for a guided visit of this impressive archaeological complex with a spectacular setting. Dinner and overnight at the camp

9 DAY : WIÑAY HUAYNA - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

After breakfast, have a very early start to arrive in time for sunrise at Machu Picchu.
After a one hour walk through the forest towards the Inti Punku or the Gate of the Sun, also known as the Entrance Gate to Machu Picchu, where you will have the most impressive panoramic view of the citadel. Upon arrival at Machu Picchu, three-hours guided tour around the citadel, visiting the main sites and monuments. After the tour you will have free time to wander around, then you will meet with the rest of the group to drive by bus down to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, transfer by train to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco transfer to your selected hotel. End of services

10 DAY PUNO

Transfer to the train or bus station. Ten hour train or bus ride to Puno , across the scenic high Andes landscapes only dotted by small villages and herds of the llamas and vicuñas. Upon arrival transfer to hostal Pukara or Don Miguel (B)

11 DAY UROS AND TAQUILE ISLANDS

You will be picked up from your hotel 7,30 AM, after 2 hours motorboat you will arrive at the Uros island, in the Titicaca lake . Fishermen and hunters inhabit the floating islands of the Uros. The residents of the Uros use the cattail, a type of rush, which grows in the lake, to create the conditions that ensure the islands stay afloat. The dense roots that the plants develop support the island.The roofs are waterproof and the houses are extremely humid because of the surrounding water. At present they speak Quechua and Aymara. Then we will visit the Taquile island , including lunch in the co-operative restaurant, there is also a co-operative shop on the plaza that sells exceptional woollen goods which are not cheap but of very fine quality. Taquile Island is famous for its craft production, particularly for its beautiful textiles. The island is narrow only about 1 KM wide , but 6 to 7 KM long, on Taquile there are numerous pre-Inca and Inca ruins and Inca terracing.
We will return in Puno in the afternoon, overnight.(B, L)

12 DAY – LIMA

In the morning transfer to the airport to take the flight to Lima immediately star the tour in lima , The city tour begin with the visit to the Plaza the Armas, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Running along two sides are arcades with shops: Portal de Escribanos and Portal de Botoneros.
In the centre of the Plaza is a bronze fountain dating from 1560. Located in the Plaza is the Cathedral, note the splendidly carved stalls, the silver covered altars surrounded by fine woodwork, mosaic covered walls bearing the coats of arms of Lima and Pizarro. Next to the Cathedral is the Archbishop's Palace. Then you'll visit the the XVII century Monastery of San Francisco, this is famous for the Sivillian tilework and panelled ceiling in the cloisters, the catacombs under the church and part of the monastery are well worth seeing, You'll visit the old colonial streets in the centre of the city, and the modern Lima with the district of San Isidro and
Miraflores. We will also visit the Peruvian Gold Museum, this excellent collection includes pre-Columbian gold, silver and bronze, ceramics, weavings, mummies, etc. Upstairs is a remarkable arms collections with an impressive exhibition from Spanish colonial times. At the end transfer back the airport .

NCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM

IN LIMA: Transfer in out, 1 Night Hotel city tour in Lima
IN PUNO: 2 night Hotel, all transfer,meals specific in the program
TOUR IN MALDONADO: Included flight Lima to Puerto Maldonado, cusco
Accommodation in the lodge, tour guide, all transportation and all meals
IN CUSCO: City Tour, entrance fee in cusco 2 night hotel in cusco

INCA TRAIL

* Transfer Cusco Hotel / Km. 82
* Entrance ticket to Inka Trail
* Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
* Bus ticket Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
* Train ticket Aguas Calientes – Cusco
* Transfer train station / Hotel
* Porters (carry tents and cooking equipment) and cooks
* Guided visit to Machu Picchu and the ruins along the trail.
* Bilingual professional guide during all Inca Trail circuit.
* All meals along the excursion.
* Camping equipment including tents, kitchen tent, mattresses, etc.
* Equipment of the kitchen all quirurgits
* Vegetarian food available on request with no extra charge.
* Transfer station – Hotel in cusco

WTHA IS NOT INCLUDED

- Lunch and Dinner on the last day
- Visit to the Hot Springs in Aguas Calientes
- Tips.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain jacket or Poncho ( Plastic rain Ponchos can be purchased in Cusco or on the way to the trail starting point)
- Strong footwear, ideally trekking or sport shoes
- Warm clothes, including sweater and jacket
- Sleeping bag
- Mattress (by us but to be carried by you)
- Flashlight and batteries
- Camera, film and batteries
- Hat or cap to protect your face from the sun/cold
- Sun block
- Insect repellent
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, etc
- Water bottle and sterilizing tablets (ie. Micropur)