Peru: Ancient Cities & the Andes

$1.869,15 / Per Person

  • Duration

    14 Days

  • Min Age

    18 +

  • Country

    Sol, PEN

  • Location

    Peru

  • Posted 2 days ago

  • 4,6 Super

Overview

Booking Type

G Adventures

Duration

14 days

Age Requirement

18-39 yrs

Max Group Size

18

Guiding Method

Adventure Styles

Climb the legendary Inca Trail to the cloud forest citadel of Machu Picchu, dine the traditional way at a ceremonial Pachamanca feast, or take an optional flight over the Nazca Lines — the adventure is yours to choose! With the services of a CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and your accommodation and transport taken care of, this trip offers great value as it introduces the region’s main sights, providing plenty of flexibility so you can experience an adventure you'll never forget. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials — 14 days of maximum Peru at minimum cost. This is everything you imagined Peru would be — and more!

ITINERARY

Arrive at any time. Get to know your group tonight as you head out to one of the many bars and restaurants in the bohemian neighbourhood of Barranco. Enjoy a local craft beer with your fellow travellers as you get excited for the adventure to come.
There are no planned activities, so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. (Check-in time is approx 3pm.)

After the welcome meeting, head out for an optional dinner at a nearby local restaurant. If you arrive late, no worries, the CEO will leave you a message at the front desk.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Gemina (or similar).

Included Activities:
- Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)

Additional Notes: If you booked the Lima Cooking Class it does not include extra time in Lima and we highly recommend booking pre-trip accommodation. You will be picked up from your hotel at approx 10:00 (10:30 from Aug-Dec) and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. You will return back to your hotel around 13:00.

Catch a local bus and drive down the coast through the desert to Nazca.


Accommodation:
- San Marcelo City Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Local Bus 07:30 Hr(s)

Free time to explore Nazca; Opt for a flight over the famous Nazca Lines or take a tour of the Nazca Desert Cemetery and Potter's Studio. Later enjoy a traditional "Pachamanca" dinner, before catching the overnight bus to Arequipa.


Meals Included:
- Dinner

Transport:
- Overnight Bus 09:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Pachamanca

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Flight over Nazca Lines

Welcome to Arequipa! Take the day to explore what is known as the 'white city.' If you're into history and architecture, visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, where you'll get a unique glimpse into a bygone way of life. For spicy food lovers, visiting one of the 'picanterías' is a must. Satisfy your craving with a variety of local regional foods: alpaca, shrimp, pork, lots of soups, and spicy sauces.


Accommodation:
- Hotel Arequipa Inn (or similar).

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Arequipa City Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour of the spectacular Colca Valley and venture to the impressive Colca Canyon — one of the deepest canyons in the world — on an overnight excursion. With a little luck, you'll spot Andean condors soaring over the majestic Andes. Keep a lookout for other unusual animals! Give your body some much needed relaxation by taking a dip in the the hot springs.


Accommodation:
- Vita Colca Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Arequipa to Chivay 04:30 - 05:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Colca Canyon Guided Tour

Get an early start–be on the look out for condors. Travel from Chivay town to a condor viewpoint to get a glimpse of these magnificent birds in the air. On the way back, stop in local villages, and see old terraces. Catch an overnight bus to Cusco.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Chivay to Arequipa 04:30 - 05:00 Hr(s)
- Overnight Bus 10:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Colca Canyon Guided Tour

Free day in Cusco to explore. Choose to pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class. Opt to go mountain biking or just relax in a café.


Accommodation:
- Cusco Plaza Nazarenas (or similar).

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Cusco Cooking Class

Additional Notes: Please note: if you pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class you will be picked up from your hotel at approx 12:30 and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. Return back to your hotel around 16:00.

Head into the Sacred Valley today to visit the G-Adventures supported women's weaving co-op in the Ccaccaccollo community. Learn about weaving, and meet the adorable resident llamas. If you see a knitted item you like, buy it — a perfect keepsake from your journey. Get further immersed in the local life of the Ccaccaccollo community during an overnight homestay.


Accommodation:
- Homestay Ccacaccollo (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit
- Ccaccaccollo Community Homestay

Travel through the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas. You can choose to take a Sacred Valley tour and visit the impressive Pisac ruins, the colourful artisan market (market days only), and the large ruin site of Ollantaytambo that lies adjacent to the town of the same name. Catch your breath at Ollantaytambo and prepare for the hike the next morning.


Accommodation:
- Las Orquideas Ollantaytambo (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Ccaccaccollo to Ollantaytambo 00:45 - 01:00 Hr(s)

Depart Ollantaytambo by van to km 82 where your trek begins. Hike through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons. You'll see several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Ollantaytambo to Inca Trail 00:45 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike
- Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products

Additional Notes: A crew of local porters, cooks, and guides will take care of all the details for the duration of the hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear so you’ll only need to carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc.

Get an early start today to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, 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 some much needed R&R.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike

Cross two more passes and ruins along the way. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, you can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through cloud forest on the 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

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Wake up around 03:30 and walk to the checkpoint. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the site. Catch the bus to Aguas Calientes before your train back to Cusco in the afternoon. Tonight, dance the night away at a popular night club.


Accommodation:
- Cusco Plaza Nazarenas (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Train 01:30 - 01:45 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 01:30 - 01:45 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike
- Machu Picchu Guided Tour
- Big Night Out

Depart at any time.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Destinations

  • Lima / PE

  • Nazca / PE

  • Arequipa / PE

  • Canon del Colca / PE

  • Chivay / PE

  • Cusco / PE

  • Ollantaytambo / PE

  • Machu Picchu / PE

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