SAS Travel Peru - Inca Trail to Machupicchu Licensed Specialist Operator

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Leaving Frequency

Daily Departures:
Price based in Double Accommodation.
Single Supplemment for Solo travelers.

Price Information

US$ 1,690.00

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Adventure Peru Express 17 Day (No trek)

Extra time to explore the Magic of Machu Picchu and Cuzco, Enigmatic Nazca Lines, Sea Lions and flamingos in Ballestas Islands, Uros Taquile and Amantani Islands in the Titicaca Lake in Puno and El Condor Pasa in Colca Canyon Arequipa.

Program Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lima

You will be met at Jorge Chavez Lima airport by one of our Representatives and driven to your hotel in the bustling, cosmopolitan Miraflores area of the city. Casa Andina / Leon de Oro Hotel in Miraflores or Melodia Hotel in San Miguel District.

Day 2: Lima - Paracas

Bus journey Lima - Paracas Reserve (04 Hours) Am. Transfer from your Hotel to the tourist bus terminal and departure to Paracas Reserve ,transfer to your Hotel. Visit to the National Reserve of Paracas

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Day 3: Ballestas Islands - (The small Galapagos)

Ballestas Islands by Boat Am.Boat trip to Ballestas Islands (The small Galápagos), where you will be able to appreciate Sea Lions, Penguins and thousands of sea birds flying around the islands the Candelabro and Factories. Pm. Bus Journey from Paracas to Nazca by tourist bus. Pm. Arrival in Nasca & transfer to your Hotel Maison Suisse.

Day 4: Nasca Lines - Flight over the mysterious Nasca Lines

Flight over Nasca Lines Am. Flight over the mysterious Nasca Lines for Panoramic views of a monkey, a fish, a spider, a hummingbird and many drawings and geometric figures on the desert visible only from the air. Pm. Overnight tourist bus Nasca - Arequipa (09 hours).

Day 5: Arequipa The white city with El Misti Volcano.

Arrival in Arequipa and free Day to acclimatize Am. Arrival in Arequipa & transfer to your Hotel Corregidor or Posada Castillo Hotel.- You can have local visit to the Santa Catalina Convent and different nice Plazas and monuments. Arequipa is the second lasrgest city in Peru with strong Spanish architecture influence maintained in a good conditions, The Plaza the Armas is espectacular.

Day 6: Colca Canyon guided tour with an expert guide. Cruz del Condor to see Condors.

Early in the morning at 07.00 am a english speaking Guide will pick you up from your Hotel to start our adventure to Colca Canyon tour , on the way we will pass through Pampa Cañahua Reserve where Vicuñas, Alpacas & Llamas can be seen. Afternoon free to relax in the thermal Waters. Pm.Overnight in Chivay in Colca Inn Lodge. (Optional to Upgrade other superior quality Hotels)

Day 7: Colca Canyon and Condors at Mirador Cruz del Condor.

Colca Canyon & Condors at Mirador Cruz del Condor. Am. After Breakfast, we go to the Cross of The Condor to see this most majestic Bird. Pm. Back to Arequipa on the way view of Sabancaya& El Misti and Ampato Volcanoes. Pm. Overnight in Arequipa. Hotel Corregidor or Hotel Posada Castillo.

Day 8: Arequipa - Puno -Lake Titikaca , Floating Island tour.

Bus journey Arequipa Puno (06 hours) Am. Transfer from your Hotel to the Tourist bus station & departure to Puno. Pm. Arrival in Puno & transfer to your Hotel in Puno.(3860 mts)

Hotel Qalasaya

Day 9: Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca -Uros,Taquile and Amantani Island & Overnight stay. Am. After Breakfast, we board our motor boat on the highest navigable Lake in the world, our first stop will be on the floating Totora reed Islands of Uros, we continue to Amantani Island where we will spend the night with a local family. (3860 mts)

family home

Day 10: Taquile Island

Taquile Island - Puno Am. We continue to Taquile Islands where we will learn more about Pre-Inca culture. Afternoon back to Puno. Pm. Overnight in Puno. Hotel Buho or Plaza Mayor Puno. (3860 mts)

Hotel Qalasaya

3860 mts

Day 11: Puno - Cusco

Bus journey Puno Cusco Am. Transfer from your Hotel to the Inca Express Tourist bus Station for departure to Cusco. Today you will appreciate spectacular views of the Mountains & countryside , through the high Altiplano region. Optional to take a Train Journey to Cusco. Pm. Arrival in Cusco & transfer to your Hotel Marqueses Cusco Breakfast included. * Cusco (3400 mts)

Lunch

Hotel Marqueses

3400 mts

Day 12: City Tour in Cusco

Cusco Tour Inca Imperial City 14:00 Guided City tour of Cusco & Visit to the four nearby Inca Ruins: Sacsayhuaman, with its massive walls they carry out here the famous Inti-Raymi in June Winter Solstice every year, Qenko, site of carved living rock, Puca Pucara, an Inca lodging Site & Tambo Machay, known as the Baths of the Inca. Our expert guides will help you to discover the secrets of the Incas. Overnight in Cusco. Marqueses Hotel Breakfast included.

Breakfast

Hotel Marqueses

Day 13: Sacred Valley

Sacred Valley of the Incas Am. Today, we will pass through the Sacred Valley, visiting the famous typical Market of Pisac, Solf hike into the Archaeological town of Pisac & Ollantaytambo Fortress, an incredible Royal Inca site. Returning late in the afternoon to Cusco . Marqueses Hotel Breakfast included.

Hotel Marqueses

Day 14: Cusco - Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu)

Classic Special Tour to Machu Picchu- Train Special Excursion. Am. Transfer from your Hotel to train station & departure to Aguas Calientes (4 Hrs).This train ride is suppose to be one of the nicest journeys in South America due to the very impressive views of the andean landscapes, snow capped mountains, andes pintoresques villages ,the sacred urubamba river,and some inca remains along both sides of the Valley and finally the high jungle of Aguas Calientes, where the representative from Hostal Viajeros will meet you and settle you into your accommodation. Free time to wander around the markets and settle in. Buffet Lunch in Hostal Viajeros from 1.30pm. Recommended activities in Aguas Calientes to climb Putucusi Mountain or the solf hike to Mandor waterfalls to see the site of the first Base Camp of Hiram Bingham the discoverer of Machupicchu in 1911, see the renewed MP site Museum or just see the old Train Station Puente Ruinas. Late afternoon Free to relax in Hot springs. Pm. Overnight in Aguas Calientes. Hostel Viajeros.

Viajeros

Day 15: Machu Picchu - Cusco

The Magic of Machupicchu 05.00 early breakfast , 30 minutes bus to Machu Picchu. where you will have a guided tour of this amazing,magic & mysterious Inca Site so that you can get some insight into the various features of the city Inca temples, Nobles residences, Ceremonial buildings and rocks, water channels and fountains, farming platforms-gardens and plazas will be visited. Full Guided Tour and extra time to explore this unique site. Optional activities; climb to Huaynapicchu, temple of the moon, Inti Punku, the Sun gate or Inca bridge . late afternoon an hour walk to Aguas Calientes , Train back to Cusco. Arrival in Cusco & transfer to your Hotel Marqueses Cusco Breakfast included.

Hotel Marqueses

Day 16: Cusco - Lima

Flight Cusco - Lima Am. Transfer from your Hotel to Cusco airport & departure to Lima. Am. Arrival at Lima airport & transfer to your Hotel. Pm. Overnight in Lima.

Day 17: International Departure

International Departure Transfer at any time from your Hotel to the airport for your international flight

What is Included:

  • Transfers in Lima/Paracas/Nazca/Arequipa/Puno/Cuzco
  • Bus tickets from Lima/Paracas/Nazca/Arequipa/Puno/Cuzco
  • Tour to the Reserve of Paracas
  • Tour to Ballestas Islands with Motor boat, entrance fee & guide
  • Flight over the Nazca Lines 6 person plane
  • Nazca Airport taxes and fees
  • Colca Canyon Tour Bus, entrance fee, only breakfast, Hotel & guide
  • 2 Day Lake tour, Motor boat, entrance fee, home of locals & Guide
  • VIP Bus Puno to Cusco with Lunch
  • City tour of Cuzco Bus and expert guide
  • Sacred Valley Tour Bus, buffet lunch and guide
  • Machupicchu tour by Tourist Train, bus, entrance fee & guide
  • 1 Flight ticket from Cuzco to Lima with airport taxes
  • 16 nights in 3 star Hotels with breakfast
  • (Except in the Lake Tour) in Double/Triple Basic Accommodation
  • Our personal assistance during your entire trip.

What is not Included:

  • Hot springs in Colca and Machupicchu 10 soles
  • Cusco Visitors Ticket (165 soles approx US$60)
  • Meals when is not indicated.

Additional options

  • Price per person based on double occupancy.
  • Single room supplement US$380

Booking Information

  • Firstly.- Before you book your tour we urge you to read all the information, descriptions, general details, booking conditions and tour notes for your trip.
  • Step 1.- CLICK ON: AVAILABILITY AND BOOKING**
  • Step 2.- REGISTER your PACKAGE NAME and personal details of each of you in separate forms. You will receive a Reservation Code (eg: 240611001) It is possible to pay for 2 or more person with 1 reservation code.
  • Step 3.- PAY A BOOKING DEPOSIT US$ 500.00 per person through WESTERN UNION Money Transfer in order to: Irwin Poma Flores DNI 46612452 (SAS Travel, Cusco PERU) Upon transferring the money email us the Money Transfer Number (MTCN) copy of your reservation and amount paid to: soledad@sastravelperu.com and david@sastravelperu.com to confirm your deposit. We will confirm your reservation on the same day.
  • PAY YOUR BOOKING DEPOSIT ONLINE.-with Master Card or Visa: US$ 525.00 per person. (US$ 500.00 include 5% card charge.)
  • FINAL PAYMENT: The remaining balance needs to be paid at your arrival to Cusco in Peruvian soles or US$ Dollars cash (Exchange rate 2.90 Soles for US$1). Payments with credit / debit cards are accepted with a commission of 8%, Travelers' cheques with 3% only at our Office in Cusco. Full payment of Package in advance will be with 8% extra.
  • PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDE: Flight ticket and airport tax, Tourist Buses and De Luxe Expedition train tickets, accommodation in 3 start hotels, excursions with English speaking guides, 24 hours emergency assistance to ensure you have a peace of mind and safe vacation and all in and out transfers to airports, train station or bus terminals. This means when you get off a bus, plane, or train, you will be met by one of our SAS Travel english speaking representatives, who will drive you to your hotel or to your next tour. ( Breakfast in all your Hotels, Meals are included when are indicated)
  • PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: International air fares to Peru, meals other than those specified in your itinerary, personal expenses, personal insurance, and tips. Entrance fees to the archaeological sites in the tours (165 Soles or US$ 65) to pay directly to controlers.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE: We recommend you to obtain a personal Travel Insurance, including Medical Problems, Baggage loss or damage. If you need help to find a travel Insurance Company please let us know. Eg, Nomad Travel Insurances.
  • PRIVACY POLICY: All the information you provide us, full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, telephone number, and address or your credit card info will be used strictly to process your trip arrangements. This information will not be shared with anyone.

Terms & Conditions

  • Please read the information below to learn more about your booking with SAS Travel.
  • You can book any of our Packages just as they are described on our web site or we can customize an itinerary to meet your exact needs and requirements.
  • As soon as we receive your booking on-line OR the reservation booking form we will start processing your tour reservations and will send you a promt confirmation by e-mail .
  • Please note that each Package has a certain deposit amount depending of the character of your tour.
  • One of our Agents will contact you in a few days to e-mail the official confirmation for your tour including your Reservation Code and Hotel Names.
  • The balance needs to be paid at your arrival to Cusco in US$ Dollars cash or in Peruvian soles to the exchange rate of the date. Payments with credit / debit cards are accepted with a commission of 5%, Travelers' cheques with 3%.
  • On your arrival in Cusco city, or in Lima if is that the case all Travel Vouchers & Tickets will be given to you.
  • We expect to receive your flight detail re-confirmation 48 hours before your arrival just to ensure there are no last minute changes
  • in the mean time please feel free to contact us if you require any assistance.
  • TOUR PRICE: Our Trip Prices includes: domestic airfares, bus or train tickets, accommodation in 3 start hotels, excursions with English speaking guides, 24 hours emergency assistance to ensure you have a peace of mind and safe vacation and all in and out transfers to airports, train station or bus terminals. This means when you get off a bus, plane, or train, you will be met by one of our SAS Travel english speaking representatives, who will drive you to your hotel or to your next tour.
  • PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: International air fares to Peru, airport taxes, meals other than those specified in your itinerary, personal expenses, personal insurance, and tips. Entrance fees to the archaeological sites I the tours.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE: We recommend you to obtain a personal Travel Insurance, including Medical Problems, Baggage loss or damage. If you need help to find a travel Insurance Company please let us know. Eg, Nomad Travel Insurances
  • DOMESTIC FLIGHT TICKETS: Flight tickets purchased in Peru to LAN are non refundable neither changeable, so please take notice of this when you organize your voyage.
  • CANCELLATION POLICY:
  • 1. If you cancel your booking more than 90 days before departure, the cancellation fee is 50% of deposit.
  • 2. If you cancel your booking 89 to 30 days before departure, the cancellation fee is 100% of deposit.
  • 3. If you cancel your trip while traveling in Peru, the cancellation fee is 100% of Trip price.
  • PRIVACY POLICY: All the information you provide us, full name, passport number, nationality, date of birth, telephone number, and address or your credit card info will be used strictly to process your trip arrangements. This information will not be shared with anyone.

SAS Travel is supporting many of the community projects run by Hotel Marqueses: Eg. "Walk a Mile in my shoes", "Wawa-Wasi", "Shoes shiners boys" http://www.hotelmarqueses.com/english/thankyou.html If you are coming to Cusco please make a space for a couple of second hand clothes, shoes especially for kids, school equipment, toys and drop them off in our office. We will help distribute the items to people who really need them in small village schools and communities in the mountains of Lares.