Andes to Amazon

Machu Picchu, of course! But also Cusco and the Sacred Valley, and wildlife of the Amazon rainforest

If you’re heading all the way over to Peru, you certainly want to make the most of your time there. This trip takes you from the Andes down to the Amazon. It includes must-see sights such as Machu Picchu, gives you time to explore the Sacred Valley with its Andean markets and Inca ruins, then delights you with the flora and fauna of the rainforest at Tambopata Reserve.

There is a special 2012 price for this itinerary (see below).

Trip information

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Included

All accommodation in double/twin room; all transfers in private vehicle; private guided tours of Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Lima; all entrance fees, including second visit to Machu Picchu; shared rainforest activities in small group led by an experienced naturalist guide

Not included

International and domestic flights; airport tax (about US$40 on international flights and US$5 on domestic flights); insurance; tips; drinks

Is it for you?

This is an easy trip, although you do have to be prepared for the altitude in Cusco (just over 3,000m) and for rustic accommodation in the Amazon.

Best time

May to October. The weather starts turning more overcast and showery in November, and January to March is the rainy season when it is very wet and travel can be disrupted.

Getting there

International and domestic flights start from around £1,200 per person. Flights are much more expensive during the peak season from July to September.

Weather and highlights

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- Heavy rain
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Min Temp

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Private tour of Cusco
Full-day private tour of the Sacred Valley
Rainforest walks and boat trips

Itinerary

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Duration: 12 days

Day 1: Arrive late in Lima.
Day 2: Fly to Cusco today. Relax and get used to the altitude. Perhaps a short wander in the square and a little coca tea?
Day 3: Half day private tour of Cusco and some surrounding Inca sites.
Day 4: Drive to the Sacred Valley for a full day’s private tour including Pisac market and Ollantaytambo village and Inca ruins.
Day 5: A free day in the Valley. Various options available to you.
Day 6: Catch the train to Machu Picchu. Half day private tour of the incredible ruined city.
Day 7: You’ll need another visit to Machu Picchu by yourself to let it sink in. Afternoon train back to Cusco.
Days 8-10: Fly from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado. You have three nights in the excellent rustic ecolodge of Posada Amazonas. There are daily rainforest activities such as walks, birdwatching, and boat trips.
Day 11: Fly to Lima and stay in Miraflores district.
Day 12: Enjoy a half day tour of Lima before heading home later in the day.

Pricing guidelines for Peru holidays

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £750 to £1000 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Peru combines very well with Ecuador (including the Galapagos Island), but can also be linked with Brazil.

For each accommodation on this website you will find an indication of the price. The bands are based on the price per person per night at peak season and are represented by the following values for this country:
	under £60
	£60 to £100
	£100 to £150
	£150 to £300
	Over £300

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
2 weeks highlights of Peru using good quality accommodationBetween £2200 and £3000
2 week holiday based in top end hotelsFrom around £4000+
9 day trip, such as Cusco & the Inca TrailBetween £1300 and £1600
18 days Peru & Galapagos (this can be very variable due to Galapagos yacht prices)Between £3750 and £6500

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Special 2012 price (as seen in our Small Collection of Travel Ideas mini-brochure):

Only £1870 pp (excluding all air fares)

For different dates, please call us.

Remember that this is only one suggested itinerary. Tribes can tailor make any itinerary if this is not quite what you want. Simply talk to one of our Peru consultants.

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