PERU
Once the epicenter of the Inca Empire, modern Peru is the
ultimate cultural destination. Experience living history
along a timeline stretching back 5,000 years and today
evidenced by dusty ruins, biological footprints, and
etched petroglyphs. Peru’s manmade marvels and natural
wonders take you from the great museums of Lima to the
vibrant rivers of the Amazon, and from busy indigenous
markets to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
colombia
ecuador
Amazonas
Region North
Iquitos
Chiclayo
brazil
Trujillo
Planning tips for PERU
Manu
National
Forest
Climate: Coastal Lima enjoys a mild climate year-round. The jungle
areas are always hot and humid, and rainy season falls Nov.-May.
At Cuzco’s high altitude (11,444 ft.), the average daily temperature is
around 50°F and nights are cold; rainy season lasts from Dec.-Apr.
Arequipa enjoys an average temperature around 70°F with rain mostly
between Jan. and Mar.
Lima
Ballestas Islands
Language: Spanish
Puerto Maldonado
Cuzco
Machu
Paracas
Picchu Colca Canyon
Nazca
Arequipa
Pacific Ocean
Time Zone: Same as US Eastern Standard Time
Amazonas
Region South
Puno
la paz
Lake Titicaca
Currency: Nuevo Sol
bolivia
Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Passport
IMMUNIZATIONS: Yellow Fever immunization is strongly recommended for travelers to the Amazon region
travel Times
Lima to
Arequipa
Cuzco
Iquitos
Nazca
Mode
Time
Cuzco to
Sacred
Valley
Mode
1½ hrs
1¼ hrs
1¾ hrs
4½ hrs
Cuzco
Time
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Puerto
Maldonado
Puno
+
1½ hrs
4½ hrs
1 hr
10 hrs
Ballestas Islands
“Peru will blow you away! The impressive ruins, colonial cities, unique museums,
colorful markets, and natural beauty are equaled only by the caring devotion of the
Peruvian people and their delicious cuisine.“ - Gaby A. Product Manager
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Handpicked Properties
Extras
Arequipa
Regional Highlights
Recommended Vacations
8 hrs
2 hrs
PERU
Recommended Independent Vacations to Peru
Lima
Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley
Cuzco
Peruvian Market
Machu Picchu
Lima
Sacred Valley
Cuzco
Sacred Valley
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Cuzco
Peru Short & Sweet
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Cuzco
Traverse centuries of human history on this adventure that takes you
from recent times in cosmopolitan Lima, to peoples past in the region
surrounding Machu Picchu.
6 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Lima
• All Air & Ground Transfers plus
Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
• 1 Night Lima
• 2 Nights Sacred Valley
• Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Ruins Tour plus Lunch
flavors of peru
• 1 Night Machu Picchu
• Private Guided Tour of Machu
Picchu plus Lunch
• 2 Nights Cuzco
• Cuzco City & Ruins Tour
• Daily Breakfast
Savor contemporary culture in the City of Kings, traditions ensconced in
a scenic valley, and ancient ruins sheltered in the stronghold of the Inca.
7 nights Includes
Departs Daily Except Wed. & Thu. from Lima
• All Air & Ground Transfers plus
Vistadome Train to Machu Picchu
• 2 Nights Lima
• Private Gastronomy Tour with
Visit and Tasting at a Local Market
• Private Taverns and Bars Tour
• 2 Nights Sacred Valley
• Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Ruins Tour plus Local Lunch
• Misminay Agricultural
Community Visit
• Andean Style Lunch & Paso
Horse Exhibition at Wayra Ranch
• 1 Night Machu Picchu
• Private Guided Tour of Machu
Picchu plus Peruvian
Buffet Lunch
• 2 Nights Cuzco
• Private Cooking Class
• Cuzco by Night Tour with Pisco
Sour Lesson
• Daily Breakfast
8 Days/7 Nights from $3,235
7 Days/6 Nights from $2,475
Pricing based on the following properties: Dazzler, Lima; Sol y Luna, Sacred Valley;
Sumaq, Machu Picchu; Novotel, Cuzco. Hotel upgrades available. Not applicable during
holiday seasons and other special events.
Pricing based on the following properties: Dazzler, Lima; Sol y Luna, Sacred Valley;
Sumaq, Machu Picchu; Novotel, Cuzco. Hotel upgrades available. Not applicable during
holiday seasons and other special events.
Lima
Machu Picchu
Cuzco
Sacred Valley
Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca
Puno
Ultimate Peru
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu
Picchu, Cuzco & Lake Titicaca
Rich in culture, history, and natural beauty,
Peru is a land of discovery, inviting you to
experience its many wonders.
9 Days/8 Nights from $3,225
8 nights Includes
• All Air & Ground Transfers plus Vistadome
Train to Machu Picchu & Bus Ticket to Puno
• 2 Nights Lima
• Lima City Tour
• 1 Night Sacred Valley
• Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Ruins Tour plus Lunch
• 1 Night Machu Picchu plus Dinner
Departs Daily from Lima
• 2 Entrances to Machu Picchu
with 1 Private Guided Tour plus Lunch
• 2 Nights Cuzco
• Cuzco City & Ruins Tour
• 2 Nights Puno
• Uros & Taquile Islands Tour
• Daily Breakfast
Pricing based on the following properties: Dazzler, Lima; Sol y Luna, Sacred Valley; Sumaq, Machu Picchu; Novotel, Cuzco; Libertador, Puno. Hotel upgrades available. Not applicable
during holiday season and other special events.
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Lima Hotels & Extras
Lima
Today renowned for its rich Spanish architecture,
the “City of Kings” was founded by Pizarro in 1535.
Cultures past and present are represented by Lima’s
outstanding art, archaeological museums, and cuisine.
Handpicked Hotels
Price is Per Person, Double Occupancy
Includes
• Private Arrival Transfer
• 2 Nights Accommodations
• City Tour
• Medical Assistance Card
• VIP Airport Lounge Access
• Daily Breakfast
3 Hotels from $195 | Extra Night from $59
4 Hotels from $295 | Extra Night from $115
5 Hotels from $495 | Extra Night from $185
Nightly Rates Available
1 El Tambo 3
Conveniently located just two
blocks from the main avenue
of Jose Larco Miraflores, and
four blocks from Larcomar,
this modern hotel is ideal for
exploring Lima. 25 rooms.
3 Casa Andina Select
3 Superior
Located in the heart of the
traditional Miraflores district,
two blocks from Central Park,
this hotel is close to Lima’s finest
dining and shopping. 155 rooms.
4 Hilton Miraflores 4
Traditional Peruvian
architectural elements combine
with contemporary décor to
create delightful ambience in a
convenient Miraflores location.
207 rooms.
2 Arawi Hotel 3
A downtown hotel offering
unexpectedly boutique
touches, including handwoven
bed-runners, modern décor,
and vivid pops of color.
30 rooms.
Want more hotels?
5 Doubletree El Pardo 4
This modern hotel is
conveniently located in
fashionable Miraflores, with great
city views from the rooftop pool.
151 rooms.
6 Casa Andina Private
Collection 4
Located in Miraflores, this
stylish property blends luxurious
amenities and cutting-edge
technology to provide the utmost
in comfort. 148 rooms.
Allpa 3 , Casa Andina San Antonio 3 , Posada del Inca Miraflores 3 , San Agustin Exclusive 3 , Atton San Isidro 4 ,
culinary Lima
Savor Lima with all of your senses! Peruvian Cuisine is rapidly
gaining renown the world over, and has become the center of the
South American culinary world. Discover the techniques used to
create these robust fusion flavors that everyone is raving about.
Ambergris Caye
3 nights Includes
Departs Daily
• Private Arrival Transfer
• 3 Nights Hotel B
• Private Infinity City Tour
• Private Gastronomy Tour
• Private Taverns & Bars of Lima Tour
• VIP Airport Lounge Access
• Handcrafted Gift,
Travelling Lantern & More
• Daily Breakfast
4 Days/3 Nights from $1,595
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Restaurant
Ceviche
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
PERU
Lima Hotels & Extras
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Lima Airport
9
San Isidro
Miraflores
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Barranco
7 Estelar 4
Inviting rooms and modern
amenities join a convenient
location in Miraflores’ tourist and
commercial center to make Estelar
a perfect choice for discovering all
that Lima has to offer. 151 rooms.
9 Country Club 5
A luxe addition to Lima, this
beautiful hotel is a cut above
with golf privileges, an outdoor
pool, an on-loan museum art
collection, and lavish bathrooms
with soaking tubs. 83 rooms.
11 JW Marriott 5
One of the top hotels in South
America, this opulent choice
in Miraflores has ocean views,
an outdoor swimming pool,
spa, fitness center, and two
restaurants. 300 rooms.
8 Dazzler Miraflores 4
In the heart of Miraflores,
this
modern hotel is close to many
shops and restaurants. The
rooftop features a heated
swimming pool with dazzling
views. 140 rooms.
10 Hotel B 5
Located in the artsy Barranco
district, this historic hotel offers
spacious suites and studios
with 24-hour room service,
romantic balconies, and sea
views. 17 rooms.
Park 5 Deluxe
This luxury hotel overlooks
the Pacific and resides in the
exclusive Malecon de la Reserva
residential neighborhood. Offers
many guest amenities. 82 rooms.
12 Belmond Miraflores
Four Points Sheraton 4 , Novotel 4 , Sheraton 4 , Sonesta Olivar 4 , Swissôtel 5 , Westin Libertador 5 , and Wyndham Costa del Sol Airport 4
Lima Extras
Gastronomy
Half Day Tour - $155
Private Lima by Night Panoramic Tour
with Folklore Show plus Dinner - $185
Shop the colorful market for ingredients
to prepare a traditional Peruvian lunch.
You’ll learn how to make ceviche and the
famous pisco sour. Includes lunch.
Beginning at 6:30 pm, experience Lima’s
spectacular sights by night. Afterwards,
enjoy an exquisite meal and regional
dance performance.
Long Layover?
Special VIP Upgrade* - $195
Finally, something that makes you dream
of long layovers! Try the Larco Museum
Tour with dinner at Café del Museo, or the
Lima City Tour with lunch at Rosa Nautica.
More tours available to/from airport.
This exclusive VIP treatment includes
24/7 concierge service, flexibility to make
changes to the program, and surprising
details along the way, arranged to match
your personal preferences.
Want more extras?
We also offer: Lima City Archaeological Museum & Pisco Sour Class • Private Exclusive Shopping • Larco Herrera Museum • Private Folklore Show & Dinner
• Private Artistic & Bohemian Barranco • Private Taverns & Bars of Lima • Private Nazca Lines & Reserve • Islas Palomino • Private Caral Ruins.
*This upgrade is available throughout your stay in Peru. Visit our website or call us for more details.
All prices are per person based on two passengers, unless noted
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Nazca Lines, Ballestas Islands, Arequipa & Colca Canyon
Sacred Valley
of the Incas
LIMA
Machu Picchu
Cuzco
Ballestas
Islands
Nazca Lines
Colca Canyon
Arequipa
Mysterious Nazca Lines &
2 nights Includes
Ballestas Islands
3 Days/2 Nights from $1,345
Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa 4
Enjoy splendid panoramic views from this beautiful
bayfront property featuring an outdoor pool,
garden, terrace, and excellent cuisine. 115 rooms.
Known for its stunning architecture, delicious cuisine, and local
drink, pisco, Arequipa is Peru’s second-most populated city.
Just two hours north lies the magnificent Colca Canyon,
famous for its pre-Inca terraces and majestic condors,
which soar over the world’s deepest canyon.
Hotel Libertador Paracas 5 Deluxe
Located on Paracas Bay, this luxury hotel offers
dazzling architecture that reflects its natural
surroundings as well as modern amenities like
two pools, a luxury spa, excellent restaurants,
and a sophisticated lounge. 120 rooms.
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2 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Cuzco or Lima
• All Air & Ground Transfers
• 1 Night Arequipa
• Arequipa City Tour
3 Days/2 Nights from $895
• 1 Night Colca Canyon
plus All Meals
Airfare is• Cross of the Condor Tour
additional. Call
now for our• Daily Breakfast
current prices.
Casa Andina Private collection
Sonesta Casitas del Colca
Set in an 18th-century colonial mansion and
raised on the old Mint, this luxe hotel offers a
restaurant and sun terrace with El Misti Volcano
and Arequipa Cathedral views. 40 rooms.
This full-service hotel is comprised of individual
luxury bungalows, each with a private heated
pool, outdoor shower, glass-roofed Roman-style
bathtub, and private terrace. 20 bungalows.
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• Private Tambo Colorado
Ruins Tour
• Ballestas Islands Tour
• Pisco Route Tour with Lunch
• Daily Breakfast
• All Transfers plus Deluxe
Motor Coach Lima-Paracas
• 2 Nights Paracas
• Nazca Lines Overflight
Explore the mysteries and wonders of southern Peru by land, air,
and sea. Fly over the Nazca Lines and then take a boat tour of the
Ballestas Islands, home to over 150 species of marine birds.
Arequipa & Colca Canyon
Departs Daily from Lima
Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
4 Superior - Colca
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
PERU
Cuzco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Planning Tips
Planning tips for Cuzco,
THE Sacred Valley &
Machu Picchu:
Climate: The Peruvian Highlands have two
seasons – rainy season (Jan. through Apr.) and
dry season (May through Dec.).
High Season: The dry season is the best time
to visit but crowds peak during Jul. and Aug.
Temperature: In Cuzco, the average high
temperature is 66ºF to 70ºF, while average lows
range from 34ºF to 44ºF.
Rain: Throughout the year, brief rain showers
are common in Cuzco, the Sacred Valley, and
Machu Picchu. We recommend scheduling two
visits to Machu Picchu, as the citadel is often
surrounded by fog and you’ll want a clear view
to capture the perfect photo.
Hiram Bingham Train
Vistadome Train
TRANSPORTATION & geography
Home Base: Machu Picchu can only be
accessed via Aguas Calientes, a small village
near the base of the ruins. The pueblo can be
reached by train from either Poroy Station (near
Cuzco) or Ollantaytambo Station
(Sacred Valley).
Getting to Machu Picchu: Shuttle buses
from Aguas Calientes to the ruins run from
5:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Altitude Acclimation: We recommend flying
to Cuzco and transferring to stay a few nights
in the Sacred Valley to acclimate to the area at
an altitude lower than that of Cuzco.
Onward Travels: After Machu Picchu, spend a
few nights exploring the Inca capital of Cuzco
before continuing to Lake Titicaca, the
Amazonas region, or return to Lima.
permits: Advance purchase is required for
entrance to Machu Picchu. A permit is also
required to hike Huayna Picchu Mountain and
Machu Picchu Mountain. Passports are
required for entry into Machu Picchu Ruins.
Book Ahead: Inca Trail permits can sell out
months ahead of time, so we recommend
booking six weeks to six months in advance,
depending on your date of travel.
Hiking Seasons: Crowds are fewest from Dec.
through Mar. (trek closed in Feb.), while Jun.,
Jul., and Aug. are the most popular hiking months.
Independent Trekking: Independent hiking is
prohibited. By law, you must book your trek
with a professional guide or agency.
Machu Picchu Ruins
Aguas
Calientes to
Machu
Picchu
Ollantaytambo
Poroy
Mode
Time
Cuzco
to
Poroy
Pisac Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Mode
½ hr
1½ hrs
3½ hrs
½ hr
Time
½ hr
1 hr
1½ hrs
Santa Maria
Huayllabamba
28B
Machu
Picchu Aguas
Calientes
Moray
Salkantay
Trail
Ollantaytambo
Station
Mt. Salkantay
Inca
Trail
Maras
Urubamba
Sacred Valley
Yucay
3s
28B
Chinchero
Pisac Ruins
Pisac
28
Mollepata
Misminay
CUZCO
Price is per person, double occupancy
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
Poroy
Station
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Cuzco Hotels & Extras
Handpicked Hotels
Cuzco
Experience the colorful melting pot that is
Cuzco, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Here, at
an altitude of almost 11,200 feet, the Inca and
Spanish cultures have combined, refined, and
redefined local Andean life.
Price is Per Person, Double Occupancy
Includes
• Arrival Airport Transfer
• 2 Nights Accommodations
• Cuzco City & Ruins Tour
• Daily Breakfast
3 Hotels from $245 | Extra Night from $69
4 Hotels from $315 | Extra Night from $95
5 Hotels from $395 | Extra Night from $145
Nightly Rates Available
Costa Del Sol Picoaga 3
On the site of a 17th-century
colonial mansion, this historic
hotel is divided into contemporary
and colonial wings, with stone
arches, murals, a fountain and
tranquil patios. 90 rooms.
CUZCO NOVOTEL 4
This charming hotel, which
features a lovely interior
courtyard, is an historic structure
dating back to the 1500s.
Most rooms are in the new
section of the hotel. 99 rooms.
Abitarre 3
This centrally located hotel
was once home to the Inca
emperor Pachacútec, and today
incorporates modern amenities
into its 17th-century walls and
Colonial details. 44 rooms.
Casa Andina Private
Collection 4
This lovely boutique hotel
occupies an 18th-century
Colonial home built around a
courtyard three blocks from
the Main Plaza. 93 rooms.
El Mercado Tunqui 4
Formerly part of the city’s
farmer’s market, this elegant
boutique property is located
3.5 blocks from the Main
Square. 32 rooms.
Aranwa Boutique Hotel 4
This chic luxury boutique hotel
was once a Colonial mansion
but now offers elegant (and
oxygenated) rooms, rich art, and
lovely gardens. 43 rooms.
Want more
hotels?
JW Marriott 5
Built atop ancient Incan
ruins and situated around a
16th-century convent, this
elegantly designed property is
architecturally stunning.
153 rooms.
Belmond Monasterio 5
A charming former monastery,
this splendid property in Cuzco’s
historic center offers oxygenenriched rooms
and massage
treatments.
126 rooms.
Palacio del Inka 5
This storied mansion, dating
back nearly five centuries,
stands in the historic center
of Cuzco. 203 rooms.
Casa Andina Koricancha 3 , Casa Andina Catedral 3 , Casa Andina San Blas 3 , Casa Andina Plaza 3 , Eco Inn 3 ,
Jose Antonio 3 , Los Portales Hotel 3 , Posada del Inca Cusco 3 , Suenos del Inka 3 , Unaytambo 3 ,
Maytaq Wasin 3 , Casa Cartagena 5 , Inkaterra La Casona 5 and Belmond Palacio Nazarenas 5
Cuzco & Sacred Valley Extras
Dinner and Folklore Show at
Tunupa Restaurant* - $75
Private Pisac Market &
Ollantaytambo Full Day Tour - $225
Enjoy typical Andean delicacies while
watching native dances from different
regions of the country.
In a scenic valley, soak up the native
market of colonial Pisac before
exploring the impressive fortress of
Ollantaytambo.
Cuzco City & Ruins* Half Day Tour - $89
Private Sacred Valley Rafting &
Cultural Hike Tour (7 Hours) - $249
Welcome to a charming colonial city, built on
the foundations of crumbling Inca palaces.
Continue to Cuzco’s various ruins, including
the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman,
which overlooks Cuzco.
Navigate class II/III rapids while
admiring spectacular mountain views
and archaeological wonders.
Want more extras?
We also offer: Cuczo by Night with Pisco Sour Lesson • Private Colonial Pottery • Infinity City Tour & Dinner at the Pre-Columbian Art Museum • Private Cooking Class
• Private Misminay Native Community Visit • Mountain Biking • Authentic Sacred Valley • Kayak & Picnic. *Supplement required from Sacred Valley Hotels.
Visit our website or call us for more details.
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Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
PERU
Sacred Valley Hotels & Extras
Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu
Handpicked Hotels
The Sacred Valley
of the Inca
Cuzco
Price is Per Person, Double Occupancy
Includes
The scenic Urubamba River Valley, also known
as the Sacred Valley, is the perfect stopover en
route to Machu Picchu. From here, visit the Pisac
Market and the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo.
• Private Arrival Transfer from Cuzco
• 2 Nights Accommodations
• Private Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Ruins Tour plus Lunch
• Daily Breakfast
3 Hotels from $395 | Extra Night from $69
4 Hotels from $555 | Extra Night from $125
5 Hotels from $765 | Extra Night from $255
Nightly Rates Available
We Recommend a Post-Excursion Overnight in Cuzco, Due to Flight Connections.
Posada del Inca Yucay 3
A former 18th-century, Colonialstyle monastery surrounded by
lush gardens, this hotel features
warm and inviting rooms with
regional décor. 87 rooms.
Casa Andina Private
Collection 4
A chalet-style mountain retreat
featuring private balconies
or sitting areas, a spa, and
a domed planetarium. Well
located for day trips. 92 rooms.
Belmond Rio Sagrado 5
Set along the Urubamba
River among verdant fields
and towering mountains, this
beautiful hotel resembles an
authentic Andean village.
21 rooms.
Aranwa 4
Situated on a river in the valley,
this resort has a full-service spa,
fitness center and outdoor pool.
Rooms are large and furnished
either in Colonial or modern style;
all have jetted tubs. 115 rooms.
Sol y Luna 4 Superior
Beautiful gardens and
bungalows blend with the
surrounding landscape to
create a sanctuary for guests.
Renew your senses at the spa.
43 rooms.
Tambo del InKa 5 Deluxe
Enjoy the serenity of the Sacred
Valley in this deluxe resort and
spa featuring exquisite Andean
décor. 128 rooms.
Want more hotels?
San Agustin Monasterio La Recoleta 3
Cuzco & Sacred Valley Extras
& Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba 4
Superior
Day Tours to Machu Picchu
Culinary Session with Local Family
Half Day Tour - $235
Machu Picchu by Vistadome
Full Day Tour - $645
Enjoy a visit to San Pedro Market to
find diverse locally sourced potatoes,
corn, peppers, fruits and spices.
Transfer to the home of a local family
and learn how to cook three typical
dishes. Includes lunch.
Discover the “Lost City of the Inca,”
a
sacred and inspiring citadel perched
over the Urubamba River Valley.
Includes lunch.
Private Chinchero, Maras & Moray
Full Day Tour - $295
Machu Picchu by Hiram
Bingham Train
Full Day Tour - $1,155
Explore the scenic Urubamba Valley to
learn about Inca culture, both past and
present. Includes lunch.
All prices are per person based on two passengers, unless noted
Travel by luxury train for an inspiring
private tour of Machu Picchu. Departs
daily except Sun., includes lunch.
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Aguas Calientes Hotels
Handpicked Hotels
Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes
Visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
for a truly rewarding journey. After taking the
train to Aguas Calientes, feel your anticipation
rise as the bus traverses switchbacks, climbing
ever higher until you spot your first glimpse of
the mountaintop Inca citadel.
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Departs Daily from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
Includes
• Arrival Transfer plus Roundtrip Vistadome Train
• 1 Night Accommodation plus Breakfast & Dinner
• Private Machu Picchu Guided Tour
plus Lunch
3 Hotels from $975 | Extra Night from $185
4 Hotels from $1,075 | Extra Night from $265
Nightly Rates Available
Requires Pre- and Post-Excursion Overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley.
Note: Passport Information Required.
Casa Del Sol Boutique 3
Close to the train station, this comfortable hotel
offers sustainable comfort with warm wooden
décor and even warmer alpaca throws. 30 rooms.
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel 4
The design of this hotel was inspired by Inca
architecture, and offers comfortable rooms with
excellent service. 60 rooms.
Casa Andina Classic 3
This property with a strategic location near the
rail station allows easy access to Machu Picchu.
54 rooms.
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge 4
The only hotel located within walking distance of
the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, this is a prime
choice for those who won’t settle for anything less
than playing neighbor to the ruins. 31 rooms.
El Mapi Hotel 3 Superior
Located at the foot of Machu Picchu, in Aguas
Calientes close to the train station, this hotel’s
excellent restaurant has spectacular mountain
views. 90 rooms.
Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel 4 Superior
Located beside the Urubamba River, this
ecological boutique hotel has Andean-style
casitas surrounded by private gardens. 85 rooms.
Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
Andean Treks
Classic Inca Trail
Arduous but breathtaking, challenging but
life-changing – there’s a reason the Inca
Trail ranks as the most famous hike in South
America. Three nights of high-altitude
trekking are completely and unarguably worth
it the moment you catch your first glimpse of
Machu Picchu, its emerald peaks and terraced
ruins materializing from the rising mist.
4 nights Includes
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Departs Wed. & Sun.*, Mar.-Jan. from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
• Roundtrip Ground Transfers plus Return Vistadome Train
• 3 Nights Camping plus All Meals, Tent, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Pad, Guide & Porter Service
• Inca Trail Permit
• 1 Night Aguas Calientes plus Breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu Guided Tour plus Lunch
5 Days/4 Nights from $1,495
*Private Inca Trail Trek also Available with Daily Departures
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend 2 nights before the trek to acclimate to the altitude. Note: Passport information required.
Permits are limited and go quickly. Good physical condition highly recommended.
INCA TRAIL EXPRESS
This express journey packs the majesty, vistas and mysticism of Machu
Picchu into just one overnight. You’ll board a train to bypass days of
hiking, then hop onto the Inca Trail at kilometer 104 just in time to see
the most impressive sites and views on the entire Inca Trail.
1 night Includes
Departs Daily Mar.-Jan. from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
salkantay Trek toward
Machu Picchu
Trek the road less traveled on Peru’s Sun Trail (or Salkantay Trek),
located in the same region as the Inca Trail’s busy, well beaten paths.
This alternate route to Machu Picchu offers adventurous hikers
blissful solitude, amazing vistas, and unique perspectives.
4 nights Includes
Departs Daily Mar.-Dec. from Cuzco
• Roundtrip Ground Transfers plus Roundtrip Vistadome Train
• Hiking Tour plus Lunch
• Inca Express Trail Permit
• 1 Night Aguas Calientes plus Breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu Guided Tour plus Lunch
• Roundtrip Ground Transfers plus Return Vistadome Train
• 3 Nights Camping plus All Meals, Tent, Sleeping Bag, Sleeping Pad,
Guide & Porter Service
• 1 Night Aguas Calientes plus Breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu Guided Tour plus Lunch
2 Days/1 Night from $1,195
5 Days/4 Nights from $1,575
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend
2 nights before the trek to acclimate to the altitude. Good physical condition
highly recommended.
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend
2 nights before the trek to acclimate to the altitude. No permit required. Good physical
condition highly recommended.
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Amazonas South Lodges
Amazonas South LODGES
Puerto Maldonado
Located at the confluence of the Madre de Dios and
Tambopata Rivers, Puerto Maldonado is the gateway to the
jungle lodges of Peru’s southern Amazonas region.
2 or 3 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Cuzco OR Lima
• Roundtrip Air, Ground & Boat Transfers
• Accommodations
• Daily Guided Tours to be Selected
at Lodge
• All Meals
Requires a Pre-Excursion Overnight in Cuzco OR Lima
Refugio Amazonas
Next to Tambopata National Reserve, three hours
upriver from Puerto Maldonado, this lodge is a true
Amazon experience. Rooms have electricity and
hot water. 32 rooms.
Sandoval Lake Lodge
Transfer 30 minutes by boat to this lodge
located on an oxbow lake rich with wildlife.
Rooms have electricity and hot water. 25 rooms.
Hacienda Concepcion
Located in the serene and lush setting afforded
by nearly 1,000 acres of tropical rainforest, this
hacienda offers seclusion and style, with rooms
that have electricity and hot water. 20 rooms.
Deluxe Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Transfer 45 minutes by boat to this boutique
jungle lodge, where cabañas have electricity and
hot water. Features a tree canopy bridge.
35 rooms.
2 Nights from $895
3 Nights from $1,125
2 Nights from $995
3 Nights from $1,195
2 Nights from $815
3 Nights from $975
2 Nights from $1,115
3 Nights from $1,315
Included Amazonas South Lodge Experiences
Canopy Walkways or Tower Tour*
Oxbow Lake Tour
Trekking Rainforest Adventure by Night Shallow and tranquil, Oxbow Lake
provides the perfect environment for
easy viewing of the many animals that
call these backwater lagoons home.
Ascend above the rainforest for
spectacular views of the Amazon’s flora
and fauna.
Experience the wonders of the Amazon
at night – often the best time to see
and hear some of the rainforest’s most
unique species of birds, mammals,
and insects.
There’s no better way to explore the
wonders of the Amazon than on guided
hikes through the ecologically
diverse rainforest.
*Canopy Walkways available at Hacienda Concepcion and Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica. Canopy Tower Tour available at Refugio Amazonas.
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Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
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Amazonas North River Cruises & Lodges
Amazon River
Iquitos
Amazonas
Region
LIMA
Machu Picchu
Amazonas River Cruises
Iquitos - With no roads to connect to the outside
world, the port city of Iquitos is the gateway to jungle
lodges and cruises on the mighty Amazon River.
3 nights Includes
• Roundtrip Ground Transfers
• Accommodations
Puerto
Maldonado
Cuzco
Departs on Varying Days from Iquitos
• Daily Guided Tours
• All Meals
Requires a Pre-Excursion Overnight in Lima and May Require a Post-Excursion Night
Discovery
The new Discovery offers an
intimate venue to delve into the
heart of the Amazon.
22 suites.
Aqua & Aria
These small and deluxe
riverboats offer spacious
suites with a premium level of
comfort. 12 & 16 cabins.
Delfin I & II
Explore the Amazon River in
total comfort aboard these
floating boutique hotels.
4 cabins & 14 cabins.
Departure days vary.
Departs Fri. & Sat.
Departs Sun., Mon. & Wed.
3 Nights from $3,295 3 Nights from $4,195
3 Nights from $3,785
Amazonas North Lodges
Iquitos - Amidst towering trees and wild animals, you’ll experience
the essence of the Amazon via explorations into one of the most
biologically diverse places on Earth.
2 or 3 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Iquitos
• Roundtrip Ground & Boat Transfers
• Accommodations
• Daily Guided Tours
• All Meals
Requires a Pre-Excursion Overnight in Lima and May Require a Post-Excursion Night
Ceiba Tops Lodge & Resort
Located on the banks of the Amazon River, this
jungle resort is the perfect choice for guests who
prefer modern amenities to the rustic experience.
76 rooms.
2 Nights from $1,295
Explorama & ExplorNapo Lodges
Both lodges are located in primary forests and
feature thatched-roof rooms lit by kerosene
lamps. Not to be missed is their famous
Canopy Walkway. 50 & 30 rooms.
3 Nights from $1,675
Note: A yellow fever vaccination may be required for travel to the Amazon region.
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Lake Titicaca Planning Tips
Planning tips for
Lake Titicaca:
Juliaca
Climate: The Lake Titicaca region
has two seasons – rainy season
(Dec.-Jan.,) and dry season (Feb.-Nov.).
Ulla Ulla National
Fuana Reserve
Reserva National
Titicaca
Suasi Island
3S
BOLIVIA
Temperature: Most days are pleasant and
sunny, with temperatures around 50°F-60°F
year-round. Nights are generally at or below
freezing, with the coolest period from May-Sep.
Uros
Islands
Puno
Taquile Island
Titilaka
Lake Titcaca
Moon Island
Altitude: As Titicaca is the highest navigable
lake in the world, it’s best to relax on your first
day and acclimate to the altitude.
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Copacabana
Huatajata
Suriqui Island
Geography: The city of Puno is the
gateway to breathtaking Lake Titicaca.
Where to Stay: Bustling Puno can often feel
hectic with dizzying traffic, so we recommend
staying at one of our tranquil lakeside hotels.
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Reserva Aymara
Lupaca
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La Paz
Border Crossing: Titicaca straddles the
border of Peru and Bolivia, making it easy to
cross into Bolivia (visa required and can be
paid locally).
travel Times
Puno
to
Transportation: Puno can be reached
Mode
in several ways.
Time
By Train: Our favorite way into Puno is
Cuzco
10 hrs
8 hrs
Juliaca
¾ hr
Lima
Juliaca to
+
Mode
2¾ hrs
Time
Cuzco
Lima
½ hr
1¾ hrs
the luxury train ride from Cuzco; it operates
Mon., Wed., and Sat. year-round, as well as
Fri. from May-Oct.
By Air: Flights are available to the nearby
Juliaca airport.
By Bus: Comfortable coach buses to Puno
are also a good alternative.
Lake Titicaca
Hayu Marca
Belmond has just announced the launch of the first luxury sleeper train in South America, the
Belmond Andean Explorer. The new train, which will start service in May, 2017 will cross the
Andes in one of the highest rail routes on the planet, and provide views on the Cuzco - Lake
Titicaca, and Lake Titicaca - Arequipa route, making it a truly once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
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Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly
Parking
Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
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Lake Titicaca
Floating Island on Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca & Puno
The “Folkloric Capital of Peru,” Puno maintains a rich
cultural heritage in its handicrafts, customs, myths,
and ethnic dances. Take the wonderfully scenic train
ride from Cuzco or travel by air or bus.
2 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Cuzco
• Arrival Transfer plus Andean Explorer Train or Bus from Cuzco to Puno
• 2 Nights Accommodations
• Taquile & Uros Island Tour
• Daily Breakfast
3 Days/2 Nights from $755
Nightly Rates Available
Hacienda puno 3
Just one block from Puno’s main square and
overlooking Lake Titicaca, this charming hotel
offers reading rooms, a cocktail bar, and a cozy
restaurant. 58 rooms.
Casa Andina Private Collection 4
An inviting property on the water’s edge, this
hotel’s beautiful design features highlights of local
materials, including stone, wood and clay.
45 rooms.
Posada del Inca Puno 3 Superior
This traditional lakeside hotel offers panoramic
views of the lake and its surrounding
snow-capped mountains. 62 rooms.
Libertador Lago Titicaca 4
Located on Esteves Island, this hotel offers
spectacular views and modern amenities.
123 rooms.
Titilaka 4 Superior
A luxury experience on a private peninsula
nestled against Lake Titicaca. Each elegant
room
faces the lake and offers spectacular views.
18 rooms.
lake titicaca luxury
By day, you’ll visit markets and temples, local festivals
and mountain treks; by night, you’ll luxuriate in an
intimate hideaway.
2 nights Includes
Departs Daily from Cuzco
• Arrival Transfer plus Andean Explorer
Train or Bus
• 2 Nights Accommodations
• Daily Guided Excursions
• All Meals
3 Days/2 Nights from $1,295
Nightly Rates Available
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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