Inca Heartland

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  • Destination:
    Peru
  • Duration:
    21 Days
  • Available From:
    Call (0504) 22200 for dates

Experience the archaeological highlights and the cultural treasures of the Andean highlands, then uncover the secrets of the mysterious Nazca Lines and Peru's desert coast on this incredible three-week adventure. Embrace Incan culture's past and present in Cusco and get a taste of Bolivian culture in La Paz. Travel by boat on Lake Titicaca and trek to the stunning ruins of Machu Picchu. As the Inca Trail’s largest operator, we run our own treks, which ensures quality food, service, and equipment. Join us for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know.

Is this tour for me?
 

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding

Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
  • Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
  • Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Foodie Moment: Huacachina Winery Visit, Huacachina
  • Your Discover Moment: Cusco
  • Your Local Living Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake Titicaca
  • Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio guided tour
  • Arequipa stay
  • Colca Canyon guided tour
  • Sacred Valley guided tour
  • Pottery making demonstration
  • Inca Trail guided hike with cooks and porters (4 days)
  • Machu Picchu guided tour
  • Floating islands of Uros visit
  • Lake Titicaca guided tour
  • La Paz stay
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Accommodations Hotels (15 nts), overnight bus (1 nt), camping (3 nts), homestay (1 nt).
  • Meals 18 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Allow USD505-660 for meals not included.
  • Transportation Public bus, plane, train, boat, hiking.
  • Staff & experts CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist Inca Trail CEO on hike.

Itinerary

Day 1 Lima: Arrive at any time.

Exclusive Inclusions:

  • Your Welcome Moment Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2 Lima/Paracas

Enjoy a free morning in Lima before travelling by bus to Paracas.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3 Paracas/Nazca

Opt to visit the Ballestas Islands, an excellent chance to view a lively sea lion colony, pelicans, penguins, and other varieties of bird life, before travelling to Nazca. En route, stop at a winery and at the oasis of Huacachina.

Exclusive Inclusions:

  • Your Foodie Moment Huacachina Winery Visit

Day 4 Nazca/Arequipa

Take a guided tour of the Nazca desert cemetery and potter's studio. Opt for a flight over the Nazca Lines before the overnight bus to Arequipa.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5 Arequipa

Enjoy a free day in Arequipa, the "white city". Opt for a city tour or visit to the Santa Catalina Monastery.

Day 6 Arequipa/Colca Canyon

Travel to Chivay, a village near Colca Canyon, for an optional dip in the thermal baths. Continue on to nearby Colca Canyon for the day.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7 Colca Canyon/Arequipa

Enjoy time at the canyon in the early morning before heading back to Arequipa for the night.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8 Arequipa/Cusco

Fly to Cusco. Choose to pre-book an optional Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour or to explore the city's markets, museums, and plazas.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9 Cusco/Ollantaytambo

Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).

Exclusive Inclusions:

  • Your G for Good Moment Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit| Your G for Good Moment Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
  • Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 10 Inca Trail

Depart Ollantaytambo by van to km 82 where the Inca Trail begins. Ease into the adventure with a straightforward day of hiking the meandering streams, stunning Andean scenery, and ancient Incan ruins.

Exclusive Inclusions:

  • Your G for Good Moment Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products
  • Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 11 Inca Trail

Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax.

  • Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 12 Inca Trail

Cross two more passes and ruins on today's trek. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through the cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds." Camp here or go another 1.5 hrs to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694 ft).

  • Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 13 Machu Picchu/Cusco

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down for a guided tour of the site and enjoy free time to explore until noon as permitted by the tourist ticket. Opt to visit the Inca Bridge, if time allows. Catch the bus to Aguas Calientes to meet any non-hiking members of your group. Eat and relax before your train back to Cusco in the afternoon.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Days 14–16 Cusco

Enjoy free time to explore Cusco or relax. Active options include whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Nature lovers can book an optional adventure to go to the Amazon Jungle for a 3-day/2-night excursion.

Exclusive Inclusions: Your Discover Moment

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 17 Cusco/Puno

Travel day by bus from Cusco to Puno. Spend some time on arrival wandering the small city.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 18 Puno/Lake Titicaca

Enjoy a guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village.

Exclusive Inclusions:

  • Your Local Living Moment Lake Titicaca Homestay
  • Meals included: Breakfast | Dinner

Day 19 Lake Titicaca/Puno

Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno. Opt to visit the Sillustani burial site.

  • Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 20 Puno/La Paz

Travel by bus and cross the border into Bolivia, arriving in La Paz.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

Day 21 La Paz Depart at any time.

  • Meals included: Breakfast

 

Prices are subject to change and availability at time of booking. Please call us on  0504 22200.

Please call us on 0504 22200 for more details

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