Peru express

Land in Lima the capital and largest city of Peru. Lima has a rich history that dates back to pre-Columbian times, see the historic centre, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get stunned near Arequipa at Colca Canyon, the 3rd  Deepest Canyon of the World. See the historic centre of Arequipa, which is another UNESCO World Heritage Site, characterized by well-preserved colonial buildings, including the impressive Santa Catalina Monastery. See Lake Titicaca, located on the border between Peru and Bolivia, is the highest navigable lake in the world, highly renowned for its stunning blue waters surrounded by the Andes Mountains, walk on the artificial Reed Floating islands. Experience Machu Picchu, the breath-taking setting, surrounded by lush green mountains that overlooks the Urubamba River from steep and beautiful heights, wonder of wonders.

1. Lima
2. Flight Lima Cusco
3. Cusco – Sacred Valley-
4. Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes
5. Machu Picchu – Cusco
6. Flight Cusco Puno– Uros Floating Islands
7. Flight Puno Arequipa –
8. Colca Canyon
9. Arequipa-Lima

Lima,

Arequipa

Santa Catalina Monastery

Machu Picchu

Lake Titicaca

Reed Islands

Duration

09 days/08nights

START:

Lima – Peru

END:

Lima – Peru

Countries covered

PERU: 100%

SCENERY:  70 % of Tour

CULTURAL: 80% of  Tour

PHYSICAL DEMAND: 4/10  10% of Tour

GROUP SIZE: 01 to 23                             

PRICE PER PERSON  IN USD – SHARED TOURS AS OF 2 PERSONS

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD – PRIVATE TOURS

Previous day. –

Optional to meet the other participants in the group. However if your time doesn’t allow  you, you can also show up right on Day 1, day of start of your tour.

It is a day for you to get to Lima in a relaxed way and be close to us.  On this day, you will check in at the hostel/hotel provided by SAEX to spend the night. On this day, you will finalise payment and will get to know your Tour Leader that will explain the group about the tour and will give all the last recommendations needed.

Day 1.-

Route: Lima Centre (Peru).

Highlights: Centre of Lima.

We will start after breakfast and have a long and beautiful tour of the Ciudad de los Virreyes, we will have a delicious Ceviche and finish around 4 in the afternoon.

Accommodation in Lima.

Included: Private transport, meals: Lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: breakfast, dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 2.-

Route: Lima-Cusco (Peru)

Highlights: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Centre of Cusco.

We will fly to Cusco in the morning. Cusco, the Capital of the Inca Empire shows great Inca architecture mix with churches, monasteries and convents from the colonial times. After checking in at the hotel, a fascinating City tour will take you to all the best places for you to enjoy this amazing City.

Accommodation in Cusco.

Included: Private transport, flight tickets, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 3.-

Route: Cusco – Sacred Valley (Peru)

Highlights: El paso, Pisac market.

In the morning, we will get in a car heading to the Great Sacred Valley. We will visit the Pisac Indigenous Market and the great sites of Sacred Valley. Accommodation in Ollantaytambo. 

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 4.-

Route: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes (Peru)

Highlights: ruins of Ollantaytambo.

After visiting the old site of Ollantaytambo, we will take the train to Aguas Calientes, Village at the foot of Machu Picchu.

Accommodation in Aguas Calientes

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 5.-

Route: Machu Picchu – Cusco (Peru)

Highlights: Machu Picchu.

It is the time for an early wake up to see the Mystical hidden City of the Incas: MACHU PICCHU, stunning combination of Inca site, great views and steaming jungle. After the visit, we will head back to Cusco. Great City where everything seems to have its own personality.

Accommodation in Cusco. 

Included: Public tourist transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 06.–

Route:– CUSCO – JULIACA – LAKE TITICACA (Peru)

Highlights: Lake Titicaca, Reed Floating Islands. 

In the morning, we will get on a plane to Juliaca, City 1 hour from Lake Titicaca. Upon arrival we will get transferred to  Lake Titicaca and have a great visit on the Uros Reed Floating Islands. Then we will go to our Hotel in Puno

Accommodation in Puno.

Included: Private transport, flight tickets, meals: breakfast, lunch,  guide,  entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 07.–

Route:JULIACA – AREQUIPA (Peru)

Highlights: Arequipa City Tour.

We will fly early in the morning to Arequipa “La ciudad Blanca”, after checking in at the hotel, we will have a nice City tour that will include the Monastery of Santa Catalina.

Accommodation in Arequipa

Included: Private transport, flight tickets, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 08.–

Route: AREQUIPA – COLCA CANYON (Peru)

Highlights: Colca Canyon. 

We will leave in a car for the Deepest Canyon in the world where frequently Condors are seen. We will be back late in Arequipa

Accommodation in Arequipa

Included: Private transport, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

Day 09.–

Route: AREQUIPA – LIMA

Highlights: Lima.

In the morning of this day we will fly to Lima. We will have a nice lunch in Lima and you will have a free afternoon to explore Lima on your own.

Accommodation in Lima.

Included: transfers in and out, flight tickets, meals: breakfast, lunch, guide, hotel w/private bathroom, entrance fees.

Not included: dinner, water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks, tips.

This is a list that we have prepared based on experience, there are some things that may not be useful for you according to your dressing style or traveling style, read the list carefully and decide what you will bring.

Some items of the list may not be necessary for your trip or on the other hand, you may need something else. Ask our travel consultant to send you a detailed “packing list” specially for your trip.

1. Day pack 35 lt.

Essential for keeping little things during the day. Your snacks, bottle of water, etc.

2. Wide brim hat or cap.

You will have many hours under the sun. Hat or cap are good to avoid sunstroke

3. Comfortable travelling clothes.

Light and easy to wash. 2 sets at least will cover your needs.

4. 1 set of casual clothes for that night out.

There will be some chances to go out at night.

5. Shorts

Very useful to be comfortable at the hotel.

6. Sun glasses

You will have many hours in the sun.

7. Warm sweater

Always have a warm sweater in hand, early in the morning and late in the afternoon can be chilly

8. Fleece

Nights in the altitude are cold even in summer.

9. Waterproof/windproof Jacket with hood

Summers can be rainy and in winter if it is windy, it gets cold.

10. Hiking boots

You will need them for those programmes on which hiking is involved.

11. Tennis shoes

You will need them to walk comfortable, for example during City Tours.

12. Sandals – flip flops

Essential for when you get a shower or stay comfortable in the hotel.

13. Head torch/head lamp & spare batteries

This is very useful if your tour involves staying in the countryside.

14. Swimming stuff

Bring swimming suit if your programme includes immersing in hot springs or something like that.

15. 5 pairs of Socks

While you use one or two, you can have the other pairs washed.

16. Underwear

4 pieces will do for your trip.

17. Camera with 1 spare battery

If you use camera with battery please bring a spare battery, as some batteries are hard to find.

18. Mobile with power bank.

If you use your mobile for photos during your trips, make sure you bring a portable charger or power bank.

19. Toiletries kit.

Make sure you bring your especial toiletries. Toiletries in South America can be totally different.

20. Wet tissues.

Access to running water can be difficult, wet tissues are very useful for when you are in a car or away from the hotel.

21. Small mirror.

Some toilets just do not have mirrors.

22. Small towels.

Have a small towel in hand as toilets may not have hand dryers.

23. Note book.

If you like to take notes, bring it from home.

24. Water bottle.

You will need to drink at least 2 lt per day.

25. Alarm clock.

If you use your mobile for alarm, please adjust it to the local time.

26. Money belt.

Very important to have your money and documents safe while on the streets or travelling.

27. Writing stuff.

You will always need a pen at some point.

28. Passport Colour photocopies.

Leave your passport at the hotel unless your guide asks you to bring it.

29. Mosquito repellent for Machu Picchu.

If your trip includes Machu Picchu or the Amazon please bring mosquito repellent, At least DEET 35%.

30. Toilet paper.

During car trips or in the countryside have always one roll with you.

31. Virucidal alcohol hand gel.

For hygienic disinfection of hands

What’s included?

• Doctor consultation on previous day.
• Accommodation: 09 nights
• Food: 08 breakfasts, 09 lunches.
• All buses & boats.
• Internal flights
• Oxygen & 1^st aid kit.
• Bus Terminal Taxes.
• All Transfers.
• All entrance fees.
• Tour Leader.
• Local Guides when needed.

What’s excluded?

• International flights.
• Travel Insurance.
• Medical attention and medical treatments during the expedition.
• Optional activities on: free time and free days during the expedition.
• Border taxes.
• Visas and vaccinations.
• Contingency expenses.
• Souvenirs.
• Tips to tour leaders, waiters at restaurants.
• 9 dinners
• Water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, snacks.