PERU EXPLORER
22 days from GBP2,883 to GBP3,133 including flights
Tripcode: APX
A high quality and comfortable exploration of the coastline, mountains and jungles of the world of the Incas and Conquistadores
This trip is the perfect introduction to the incredible diversity of Peru, while travelling in style and using our best hotels. Here, the incomparable scenery of the Andes contrasts with some of the world's richest rainforest, as well as its driest desert. Peru's landscape is adorned with ancient cities, buildings and fortresses of colossal size and in settings of amazing beauty. For walking enthusiasts there is the option to trek the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and, for wildlife lovers the Ballestas Islands and the Amazon Rainforest.
What makes this trip responsible?
Responsible Travel
The Rainbow Centre, Kiya Survivors
Kiya Survivors is a registered Peruvian charity providing safe and loving educational and rehabilitation centres for children with special needs. It is the first school dedicated to special-needs children in the Sacred Valley and now 40 children attend regularly. Since the centre opened, Kiya has provided support to over 200 children as well as providing help on many social issues to other members of the local communities in which it works. Kiya Survivors at the Rainbow Centre is available to visit on almost all of our trips that pass through Cuzco.
| Day 1 | Fly to Lima. |
| Day 2 | Drive south along Pan-American Highway to Paracas; visit Pachacamac ruins, Pucusana fishing village and enjoy sunset. |
| Day 3 | Sail out to seabird colonies of Paracas Peninsula and Ballestas Islands; continue south to Nazca, flight over Nazca Lines. |
| Day 4 | Drive along coast before turning inland to Arequipa. |
| Day 5 | Sightseeing in Arequipa, including visit to the White City and Santa Catalina Convent. |
| Day 6 | Drive to Colca Canyon, one of the world's deepest canyons. |
| Day 7 | Exploring Colca Canyon, including condor viewing site, burial chulpas and other attractions. |
| Day 8 | Drive via Sillustani to Puno, a chilly, high-altitude city on shore of Lake Titicaca. |
| Day 9 | Sail to reed islands of the Uros Indians; afternoon exploring. |
| Day 10 | To Cuzco across the altipano. An often spectacular drive with scheduled stops en route. |
| Day 11 | Drive to the Sacred Valley, visit Pisac market and fortresses at Pisac and Ollantaytambo. |
| Day 12 | Optional rafting trip on the Urubamba, overnight Cuzco. For those choosing the 3 day Inca Trail option, days 12-14 are spent trekking. |
| Day 13 - 14 |
Free time in Cuzco, historic capital of both Incas and Conquistadores. |
| Day 15 | Visit by train to the Lost City of Machu Picchu. |
| Day 16 | Explore Machu Picchu; afternoon return to Cuzco. |
| Day 17 | Visit Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman above Cuzco and highlights of city. |
| Day 18 | Free time in Cuzco. |
| Day 19 | Short flight to Puerto Maldonado; river expedition deep into jungle to Tambopata Reserve; guided jungle walks from the lodge. |
| Day 20 | Jungle exploration. |
| Day 21 | Fly to Lima; guided tour of city. Depart. |
| Day 22 | Arrive London. |
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Plaza Armas, Cusco
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