Peru : The Sea to Mountain Adventure
8 days / 7 nights
April 25 - May 3, 2019
HIGHLIGHTS
Lima – Cusco – Machu Picchu - Maras Salt Mines – Ollantaytambo Train - Cruise to Palomino Islands - Swimming with the Seals - Tour of Barranco & Miraflores
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There's so much to experience in Peru, where do we even begin? For
Epic's Peru Sea to Mountain Adventure, we start in Lima. We spend the first day relaxing and getting used to the South American vibe. We then fly to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incas. You will take in the marvels of this cobble-stoned, cosy town and learn about it's magnificent history, before heading to the Sacred Valley. You will visit the Inca site of Moray, and the mountain salt mines of Maras, by your choice of bus or mountain bike. On the fifth day, you can relax in the town of Ollantaytambo, amidst the shadows of mountains and ruins, and take in an optional trek or Peruvian cooking class. |
The next morning we board an early train to Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, and take in a private guided tour of Machu Picchu. The more adventurous travellers can join us for a hike to the old Inca bridge. After spending the day at Machu Picchu, we have lunch and head back to Cusco.
We fly out of Cusco the next day back to Lima, and spend the day exploring Lima at our leisure. The following morning, on our last day, we go to what feels like another world - a cruise to Palomino Islands with its diverse wildlife, and a chance to swim with a colony of sea lions in the Pacific! It's an experience you will never forget! |
DAY 1: Change of country
Arrive into Lima at anytime. Our guides will greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel for some much-needed rest.
DAY 2: Lima at Leisure
Enjoy exploring Lima at your leisure today. You will be staying in Miraflores, one of the trendiest districts of Lima and close to all the hotspots. Choose either a Lima city tour, or a visit to the Lima Mosque this afternoon. Spend the evening relaxing, walking by the beach or checking out the artsy district of Barranco and get a lot of rest in anticipation of the next leg of your journey.
DAY 3: Cusco
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Get picked up from your hotel and hop on a flight to Cusco. Select a window seat on the left side of the plane for the best views, as the approach to Cusco is magnificent! Our friendly staff will greet you at Cusco Airport with some fresh cocoa tea and take you to your hotel. There's plenty to see and do in Cusco, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in.
After you settle into your hotel, we go on a city tour of Cusco, including a visit to the Sun Temple and a lookout point just outside the city from where you can get a magnificent view of all of Cusco. Take it easy today and let your body get used to the altitude. |
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Day 4: The Sacred Valley
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Pack a little day bag for your adventure today. You will be picked up in the morning for a full day tour of the Sacred Valley - you can opt for either the bus tour or the bike tour. We will take you to the little village of Chinchero, the center of weaving in Peru. Local women put on a weaving demonstration and show how they produce different colors for the wool they spin and weave. It is possible to see how the wool is washed, dyed and spun. You can watch them spin and create alpaca jumpers right in front of you. The ladies dress in traditional costume, and are happy to display how the weaving works. They are super friendly and will afterwards sit and drink mate de coca with you.
After this colorful start to the day, it is time to choose - bus or mountain bike - and head off down the Sacred Valley to the spectacular salt mines of Maras and the intriguing Incan site of Moray. We will end the day in the town of Ollantaytambo at the Hotel El Albergue, a boutique hotel with its own organic farm and coffee processing plant. Explore the town with its cobblestone streets and the nearby ruins, or simply relax and enjoy the farm and its animals. Choose to dine at the El Albergue's in house restaurant with meals prepared with fresh ingredients from the farm, or have a meal at any of the cosy restaurants in town. |
Day 5: Ollantaytambo
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Today you choose your own adventure: enjoy the morning at our organic countryside farm in Ollantaytambo in the heart of the Sacred Valley. Explore the on-site coffee roasting plant, or explore the nearby Incan ruins. Or participate in a Peruvian cooking class. Or choose the one day hike to Machu Picchu.
Enjoy the day at your leisure and get ready for the early morning train ride to Machu Picchu. |
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Day 6: Machu Picchu
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Have a hearty breakfast and then take an early train to the town of Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu. From there we take a 20 minute bus ride up a winding mountain road to the gate of Machu Picchu, and a few steps later you will finally come face to face with this famous wonder of the world!
Your private guide will give you a detailed interpretive tour of this ancient site. You'll also have the option of taking the short but spectacular hike to the old Inca bridge, before heading back to town for lunch and then a train ride back towards Cusco. Spend the evening dining and relaxing in Cusco. |
Day 7: Lively Lima
Day 8: Palomino Islands |
Fly out to Lima and get transferred to your hotel in Miraflores, the heart of Lima. Enjoy the evening strolling through the city at your leisure, with a walk to the nearby Barranco district and maybe catch the sunset along the coast.
You can simply explore and absorb the vibe of the city to your heart's content. Or check out the ancient ruins right in the heart of the city. Enjoy a delectable lunch, along with some of the best ceviche in South America. You can also choose to enjoy a local cooking experience with a Peruvian family. In the afternoon you can opt for a Lima Bike Tour or shop for last minute mementos. |
Today we get transported from the thriving metropolis of Lima... to the wildlife sanctuary of the Palomino Islands. We get picked up from our hotel and taken by private transport to the Port of Callao, where we board a private yacht and sail off into the Pacific, sunbathing on the deck while enjoying panoramic views of Lima, and witnessing the diversity of birds flying by. Soon we reach the Palomino Islands, home to a colony of 7,000 sea lions, barking eagerly as our boat comes into view. Here it is that you will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to don a wetsuit and jump into to ocean and swim right up to the rocks, where the sea lions will greet you and perform tricks, as curious about their visitor as you are of them. Guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience!
Later in the day, get transported to Lima International Airport for your flight home. Most flights to North America depart late night and land in the morning.
Later in the day, get transported to Lima International Airport for your flight home. Most flights to North America depart late night and land in the morning.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Airport Transfers Local flights Palomino Islands cruise Barranco and Miraflores Tour Tour to Maras and Moray Visit to Chinchero Machu Picchu guided tour Machu Picchu Permit Train tickets Luggage Transfers Private guides 3-star hotel accomodation (double occupancy) Halal Peruvian food Local transport Amazing customer service, and One helluva trip *Meals included: Breakfast daily / Lunch on 3 days |
PRICE
$CAD 2,299 for 7 days or $2,499 for 8 days LIMITED SPOTS. BOOKINGS WILL BE CLOSED ONCE GROUP CAPACITY IS REACHED TO BOOK OR FOR INQUIRIES CALL NOW 1-888-433-4666 |