EXPLORING PERU: LAND OF THE INCA
8 Days
Land Expedition
Expeditions in:
Year Round
$5,690 to $7,800
Joining an expedition to Peru is an unparalleled experience of Inca wonders, colonial cities, and a rich cultural heritage. A
knowledgeable, enthusiastic staff caters to your daily interests and provides insight.
DAY 1: U.S./Lima, Peru
Depart the U.S. and arrive in Lima, Peru by late
evening. Overnight at the conveniently located
Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel.
DAY 2: Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley of the Inca
This morning, fly to Cusco then drive to Moray, a
visually stunning Inca site believed to have been an
agricultural laboratory where Incan priests would
test soils and crops. Dine on Peruvian cuisine for
lunch at Parador Moray, overlooking the ruins. En
route to the hotel, walk through a colorful, typical
local market before an optional visit to the pottery
studio Pablo Seminario, featuring ceramics made
with ancient Peruvian techniques and designs.
Check into Sol y Luna Hotel, a Relaix & Chateau
property. (B,L,D)
DAY 3: Sacred Valley of the Inca
After breakfast, learn about Peru’s history from
National Geographic expert Peter Frost. Visit the
massive Inca stone fortress of Ollantaytambo. Visit
Casa Orihuela for lunch—a working, family-owned
hacienda, then see the family’s private museum filled
with colonial artwork and enjoy a demonstration of
Peruvian Paso horses accompanied by Marinera
dancers and live music. Watch a traditional weaving
demonstration by National Geographic grantee Nilda
Callañaupa. After dinner at the hotel, watch a
folkloric dance performance. (B,L,D)
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DAY 4: Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu
Enjoy the views from the valley to Machu Picchu via
train with large picture windows. Spend the day
exploring Machu Picchu’s different structures with
your guide—ceremonial religious, astronomical, and
agricultural. Overnight at the historic 31-room
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge (formerly the OrientExpress Sanctuary Lodge) with views of the
Andes. (B,L,D)
DAY 5: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Hike to the Sun Gate this morning, the ancient final
checkpoint to Machu Picchu, and watch daybreak
over the sacred ruins. The morning is free to
explore Machu Picchu on your own or with your
guide. After a train and bus ride, visit
Awanacancha, where llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas
are bred. En route to Cusco, we’ll stop at Plaza San
Cristobal for photos, offering sweeping views of
the colonial part of Cusco. Check into the Belmond
Monasterio Hotel for two nights (formerly the OrientExpress Monasterio Hotel). (B,L,D)
DAY 6: Cusco
Explore the Inca Empire’s capital city of Cusco and
visit the magnificent 17th-century cathedral
and convent of Koricancha, and the vast
Sacsayhuaman fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage
site. Explore Cusco at your leisure this afternoon.
Relax, shop, or visit one of the many churches and
museums. Dinner is on your own tonight. (B,L)
DAY 7: Cusco/Lima
Return to Lima and visit the Larco Herrera Museum
and stroll the Plaza Mayor. Lunch is in traditional
Latin American style. Experience the music of the
Andes at a presentation of indigenous
instruments. Dinner is on your own. Overnight at the
Belmond (formerly Orient-Express) Miraflores Park
Hotel. (B,L)
DAY 8: Lima/U.S.
This morning fly home - or anywhere else you've
decided to go. (B)
2017 Departure Dates:
18 Jun, 24 Jun
8 Jul, 22 Jul, 30 Jul
5 Aug, 19 Aug
2 Sep, 9 Sep, 24 Sep, 30 Sep
7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct
5 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov
3 Dec, 17 Dec, 23 Dec, 31 Dec
2018 Departure Dates:
6
4
4
1
5
2
8
5
2
7
3
2
Jan, 13 Jan, 21 Jan, 27 Jan
Feb, 10 Feb, 18 Feb, 24 Feb
Mar, 10 Mar, 18 Mar, 24 Mar
Apr, 7 Apr, 15 Apr, 21 Apr, 29 Apr
May, 13 May, 19 May, 27 May
Jun, 10 Jun, 16 Jun, 24 Jun, 30 Jun
Jul, 14 Jul, 22 Jul, 28 Jul
Aug, 11 Aug, 19 Aug, 25 Aug
Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep
Oct, 27 Oct
Nov, 10 Nov, 18 Nov, 24 Nov
Dec, 9 Dec, 22 Dec, 30 Dec
Important Flight Information
Please confirm arrival and departure dates
prior to booking.
Advance Payment:
$750
Sample Airfares:
Economy: from $800
Business: from $3,000
Charter(Lima/Iquitos/Lima): from
$425
Airfares are subject to change
Cost Includes:
Accommodations as indicated; meals as
indicated; excursions; sightseeing;
services of Lindblad Expeditions’ Leader,
Naturalist staff, all service taxes.
Not Included:
Air transportation; meals not indicated;
personal items such as alcoholic
beverages, emails, laundry, etc.
Special Offers
EXTEND YOUR ADVENTURE &
SAVE
Combine your Peru trip with a Galápagos
voyage and fly free round-trip from Miami
to Peru and Galápagos aboard National
Geographic Endeavour II on all departures
between Jan. 6-Mar. 31, 2017, and on
select dates throughout 2017 aboard both
ships. Save 10% when you combine your
Peru trip with an expedition to the Upper
Amazon. New bookings only. Subject to
availability.
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