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Day 1 | & 2 Sun. - Mon., Nov. 2-3 Fly Overnight to Lima, (D)
Fly overnight to Lima arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy a two-night stay at the Jose Antonio Hotel.
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Day 3 | Day 3 Tues., Nov. 4 City Tour of Lima (B)
Today we will learn about the two characters of Lima: the modern one, reflected in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro; and the historic one, encapsulated in its historic center declared a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore, shop, and to rest.
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Day 4 | Wed., Nov. 5 Fly to Cuzco for a Tour of Maras, Moray & Ollantaytambo (B)
Fly to Cuzco and tour the Scared Valley, learning about the tradition and history of the Sacred Valley, the traces left by its ancient inhabitants, and the culture of its current towns. We will visit Maras, Moray & Ollantaytambo on our full day tour.
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Day 5 | Thurs., Nov. 6 Machu Picchu - “The Lost City of the Incas” (B, L, D)
Travel by Vistadome Train through the Peruvian Andes. Today we will visit the wonder that is
Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World – an unforgettable sight! From there, we will explore the ancient ruins, learning all about the history and mysteries that this
mystical and impressive place holds. The surrounding landscapes are uncomparable in beauty. |
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Day 6 | Fri., Nov. 7 Machu Picchu and Return to Cuzco (B)
Today we will have a second visit to Machu Picchu which will be unguided this time to allow you to explore the area as you choose. Travel back to Cuzco by Vistadome Train, taking in the natural beauty along the way.
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Day 7 | Sat., Nov. 8 City Tour of Cuzco (B)
This Charming half-day tour of Cuzco offers us a journey through the history of this city. With our guide we will be able to appreciate how the Andean and Spanish cultures, as well as the past and the present, coexist in harmony in the Imperial City. To appreciate the greatness of the Incas, we will visit nearby archaeological sites such as the monumental fortress of Sacsayhuaman.
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Day 8 | Sun., Nov. 9 Depart Cuzco and Travel South to Puno (B)
Beautiful landscapes await us! Our journey will be surrounded by the wonderful views of the
Southern Valley. A must-see stop is the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, located in the charming
village of Andahuaylillas, known as the Sistine Chapel of America. Stop at LaRaya Pass, located at 14,200 ft. to view the snow-capped peaks of the majestic Andes mountain range. Travel on to Puno.
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Day 9 | Mon., Nov. 10 Depart Puno for Lake Titicaca, Home of the Uros People (B)
Lake Titicaca is home to unique communities with which we will share unforgettable moments learning about their culture and traditions. The Uros are a people who have lived on the floating islands of the lake for more than 3,000 years and their ancestral practices were declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation in 2013. Its inhabitants will be our guides, explaining to us about the formation of the islands and the way of life on the islands.
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Day 10 | Tues., Nov. 11 Goodbye to Peru. Depart for Lima and Fly Home
This morning we say goodbye to Peru and depart Puno, fly to Lima and fly back to San Francisco. |
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