PERU TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Plenty of time to explore Machu Picchu at your own pace
- Peru's colorful and festive markets, traditional Peruvian culture, and historic Inca ruins
- Inca and Spanish city of Cusco, with beautiful cathedrals, fine dining, and a lively atmosphere
- Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
PERU TOUR DETAILS
- 8-day trip begins and ends in Cusco, Peru
- 7 nights in first-class hotels
- All meals included
TOUR RATING
The incredible beauty of Peru is evident on this adventure tour that explores the farmlands of the Sacred Valley and reaches the majestic heights of the Andes, the Inca Trail and the lost citadel of Machu Picchu. We begin in Cusco, where the wonders of the Inca and Spanish empires blend with a harmony belying the area’s tumultuous past. In the Sacred Valley, formed by Andean foothills and the Urubamba River, our local guides accompany us to festive markets. Here we are free to purchase fine weavings and traditional carvings, or to simply soak in the vibrant colors and sounds of everyday life in Peru. We are welcomed into local homes, where we learn more about the traditions of life in the valley. Walking and hiking here expose us to fascinating ruins that prepare us for the climax of our journey, a day of hiking the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, where we have plenty of time to explore this mysterious and important center of Inca life.
Peru & Machu Picchu Tour Overview
Day 1: Our walking tour begins in Cusco, Peru, the center of the ancient Inca world. Explore the many Spanish and Inca treasures in and around the city. In the afternoon, acclimatize to the altitude with easy walking past the ruins of Tambomachay, Q’enqo, and Sacsayhuaman. Enjoy a relaxing evening of fine dining in Cusco, before retiring to our hotel—perfectly located in the city center.
Days 2-4: Descend into the Sacred Valley. Hike amid Inca and pre-Inca ruins. Bargain with local artisans for traditional Peruvian weavings and handmade pottery. Walk through golden fields of wheat at the base of the snow-covered Andes and past ancient salt mines that are still in use today.
Days 5-6: Hike Peru's Inca Trail, the famed and ancient footpath through stunning mountain scenery past the picture-perfect ruins of Wiñay Wayna, through Intipunku (the Gate of the Sun), and into Machu Picchu*. Immerse yourself in the wonder of Machu Picchu, with a full day of exploration, including the serene hour of sunrise for those who wish to wake early. Explore the lively town of Aguas Calientes or visit the impressive orchid garden at our riverside hotel.
Day 7: Return to Cusco by scenic train for a celebratory dinner at an excellent local restaurant and a final evening at our fine hotel.
Day 8: Depart from Cusco, Peru.
*Please note that Inca Trail hiking permits are limited and issued "first come, first served," so you are encouraged to reserve early.
Step Away from the Ordinary ~ Peru & Machu Picchu
Think back to the first time you saw a picture of Peru and Machu Picchu. Wherever it may have been, we’re guessing it held you in the same trance we experienced seeing it for the first time years ago. Our Peruvian adventure vacation culminates by hiking on the Inca trail into the heart of Machu Picchu. And we return early the next morning, before the crowds arrive, to explore at our own pace. There is simply no better way to experience Machu Picchu than to be there for the quiet of sunrise, and Boundless Journeys will take you there.
More Information
2008 Dates
- April 27-May 4
- July 6-13
- August 3-10
- October 5-12
- December 21-28
2008 Land Cost
- $3595 per person
- Single Supplement $795
- (prices good through December 31, 2008)
Have Questions? Call us at 800-941-8010, or E-mail a Boundless Journeys Peru Specialist today!