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Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cusco Planetarium, Cusco Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Traditional Andean Experience, Urubamba Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Lake Titicaca Community Home Lunch, Lake Titicaca Your G for Good Moment: Parque de la Papa (Potato Park), Pisac Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay Your G for Good Moment: Handmade Biodegradable Soap Products Your Discover Moment: Cusco. Arrival transfer. Three-day (2 nts) excursion to the intimate G Adventures rainforest lodge. Sacred Valley tour including Pisac and Ollantaytambo ruins. Choice of four-day Inca Trail hike with local guide, cook and porters, or Cusco/Aguas Calientes stay with scenic train. Guided tour of Machu Picchu. Guided tour of Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Meals

13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist Inca Trail CEO on hike.

Accommodation

Hotels (8 nts), G Lodge Amazon (2 nts), Inca Trail camping or Cusco-stay hotel (3 nts).

Transport

Private van, plane, train, boat, canoe, hiking, walking.

Hygieneprotocol

As of October 1, 2021 G Adventures’ Vaccinated Tours Policy applies:  All travelers must meet the G Adventures requirements for joining their tours. The majority of tours require travelers to be fully vaccinated and the full/final COVID-19 vaccination must be at least 14 days before the first day of the tour. There are some tours and departures that are only ‘Travel-Ready’ which means all travelers must be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours before the first day of the tour. Please, double check with the G Adventures Support Team about the requirements of your tour and departure date.

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

Lima - Lima City Tour (40USD per person) - Lima Cooking Class (4hrs) - Bike Miraflores and Barranco (35USD per person) Cusco - Cusco Cooking Class - Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip - Inka Museum (10PEN per person) - Cusco Cathedral Visit (40PEN per person) Puno - Sillustani Burial Towers Entrance (59PEN per person)

Optional

Lima - Lima Biking Culinary Tour - Bike & Bite (252PEN per person) - Barranco Bohemian Neighbourhood Tour (218PEN per person) - Lima City Tour (130-186PEN per person) - Magic Circuit of Water and Dinner Show (300PEN per person) - Lima Cooking Class (79USD per person) - Lima Paragliding (280PEN per person) - Museum of the Inquisition (50PEN per person) Pachacamac - Pachacamac and Paso Horse Show (330PEN per person) Machu Picchu - Inca Bridge Visit Urubamba - Whitewater Rafting Urubamba (165PEN per person) Cusco - Mountain Biking - Horseback Riding (150PEN per person) - Cusco Cathedral Visit - Cusco Archaeological Tour - Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip (50USD per person) - Cusco Cooking Class (46USD per person) - Inka Museum (10PEN per person) Puno - Sillustani Burial Towers Entrance (45PEN per person)

Flights

International flights are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Lima

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar).

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Lima

Included Activities:
- Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting

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

Additional Notes: Please note: 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 am (10:30 from Aug-Dec) and taken to a local market and restaurant to prepare and enjoy a traditional Peruvian meal. Return back to your hotel around 13:00.

Also, hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common in Peru (even in upgraded hotels and private homes). We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.

There are some very early morning starts on this trip to make the best use of our time and see as much as we can of Peru as we can.
Day 2 Day 2: Lima/Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lima/Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)

Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized canoe to our comfortable lodge, situated near the Tambopata National Reserve in the Amazon rainforest. Spot local bird species along the lush shores of the Tambopata River en route to the lodge, and set off on an evening walk with a naturalist guide before dinner, keeping an eye out for some of the rainforest’s nocturnal creatures.
After a brief stop in town to store large luggage, drive to the pier and travel by covered motorized boat to the jungle lodge.

En route, spot bird species typical of the local river and forest edge. The Tambopata Rainforest area holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area.

Local community members make up the majority of lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Take the opportunity to learn about the area’s rich flora and fauna and locals’ extensive use of medicinal plants and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques for building, fishing, and hunting.

Enjoy a welcome drink and orientation. Before dinner, head out for a night walk around the lodge grounds.

Accommodation:
- Tambopata G Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Plane: Lima to Puerto Maldonado 02:30 Hr(s)
- Motorized canoe: Puerto Maldonado to Tambopata 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Wildlife-spotting Night Walk

Additional Notes: The lodge itself combines native architectural style and materials with low-impact, eco-friendly technology. Rooms are simple but comfortable, with mosquito netting for individual beds, flush toilets, showers (with solar-heated hot water), and candles for lighting (no electricity).
Day 3 Day 3: Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)

Spend the day exploring the thriving ecosystems of the rainforest with our lodge’s naturalist guides. Scan the treetops for toucans, howler monkeys, and sloths, and glide along oxbow lakes on canoes for a chance to glimpse river otters, turtles, and, if we’re lucky, anacondas. After dinner, embark on a river tour by motorized canoe on the lookout for caimans, the smaller cousins of alligators, which are often found hiding near the muddy banks.
Head out early to catch the jungle at its wildest (and coolest). Walk slowly through the forest searching for wildlife before heading out on an oxbow lake by canoe.

Search for anaconda, the elusive giant river otter, or black caiman. Even if you don’t spot these shy creatures, there are plenty of birds, interesting plants, and other animals about.

Accommodation:
- Tambopata G Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Jungle Excursions
- Caiman-Spotting Cruise
Day 4 Day 4: Tambopata/Cusco (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tambopata/Cusco (1B)

Travel out of the jungle by boat and catch a flight from Puerto Maldonado to Cusco, soaring above the Andes into Peru’s Inca heartland. This evening, visit the Cusco Planetarium for a presentation on the skies of the Southern Hemisphere, and learn about the vital role that astronomy played in the lives of the ancient Inca. Weather permitting, peer through the planetarium’s telescopes for a dazzling look at the stars.
Afternoon arrival into the Inca capital. Time for strolling around the plazas and markets. Admire the cobblestones streets, and visit some museums and Cathedral.

Accommodation:
- Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Motorized canoe: Tambopata to Puerto Maldonado 03:00 Hr(s)
- Plane: Puerto Maldonado to Cusco 01:00 - 01:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Cusco Planetarium

Additional Notes: This adventure travels to high altitude, medically defined as anything over 8,000 ft (2,440m).
Day 5 Day 5: Cusco/Urubamba (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Cusco/Urubamba (1B, 1L)

Drive to the scenic Sacred Valley for a full day of exploration with a local guide. Tour the G Adventures–supported Parque de la Papa, or Potato Park, a rural Andean community working to preserve hundreds of varieties of native potato. During this exclusive experience, you’ll walk through the park to learn about potato cultivation, traditional weaving, and the importance of both these practices to Andean culture. We’ll also visit the fascinating Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo and Pisac, and enjoy a meal at the G Adventures–supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosqo.

Accommodation:
- Villa Urubamba (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

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

Included Activities:
- Traditional Andean Experience
- Parque de la Papa (Potato Park)
- Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley
- Pisac Ruins Guided Tour
- Ollantaytambo Ruins Guided Tour
Day 6 Day 6: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Set out on the iconic Inca Trail, departing Urubamba by van to the starting point of the trek. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Andean countryside, hiking along meandering streams and crossing remote mountain villages and ancient ruins as we get warmed up for the more challenging days ahead.
Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing 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.
Day 7 Day 7: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Today, we ascend the long, steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass—the highest point on the Inca Trail, at 4,198 meters (13,769 feet). Enjoy stunning views of the Sacred Valley as you make your way up the rugged terrain, and aim to reach our camp by early afternoon. Rest and relax at camp the remainder of the day.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike
Day 8 Day 8: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Today we’ll cross two spectacular passes. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, one can catch a glimpse of the snowcapped peaks of the Cordillera Vilcabamba. Continue through cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass, and arrive at the misty Inca ruins of Phuyupatamarca at 3,650 meters (11,972 feet), known as "the city above the clouds.” We will either camp here or settle at a further spot, near the beautiful terraces of the Wiñay Wayna ruins, at 2,650 meters (8,694 feet).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Inca Trail Hike
Day 9 Day 9: Machu Picchu/Cusco (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Machu Picchu/Cusco (1B)

The final day of our hike begins before dawn. Reach the Sun Gate—the last checkpoint on the Inca Trail—in time to witness daybreak over Machu Picchu. This 15th-century Inca citadel was rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911 and excavated with support from National Geographic. Hike down for a guided tour of this breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site before catching a bus to the frontier town of Aguas Calientes, where we’ll have free time for lunch. Continue by train to Cusco.

Accommodation:
- Taypikala Hotel Cusco (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
Day 10 Day 10: Cusco (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Cusco (1B)

Free day in Cusco — explore this city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, at your leisure. Choose to pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class. Opt to visit museums and ruins or try rock climbing.
Cusco is considered the mecca of Peru and rightly so. This beautiful colonial town offers nearby ruins, cobblestoned streets, museums, churches, and a lively atmosphere. The more adventurous optional activities available in Cusco include horseback riding around archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuaman, Tambo Machay, and Puca Pucara; and mountain biking down to the Sacred Valley, perhaps visiting an Inca ruin along the way.

Accommodation:
- Taypikala Hotel Cusco (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Cusco Cooking Class
- Rainbow Mountain Hike - Full-day Trip

Additional Notes: Please note: if you pre-booked 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. You will return back to your hotel around 16:00.
Day 11 Day 11: Cusco/Puno (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Cusco/Puno (1B)

Head south on a scenic drive to Puno, perched on the western shore of Lake Titicaca. The journey will take us through the Altiplano, a vast, windswept landscape of plateaus and plains that counts among the planet’s most extensive highlands. Arrive in Puno, the region’s commercial hub, and settle into your hotel.
Enjoy spectacular views of the countryside on this full day of travel from Cusco to Puno, through the high Altiplano.

Accommodation:
- Casona Plaza Hotel Puno (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Cusco to Puno 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)
Day 12 Day 12: Puno (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Puno (1B, 1L)

Set out to discover Lake Titicaca—one of the highest navigable lakes in the world and the second largest lake in South America. On a guided boat tour, visit the floating Uros Islands—built entirely of reeds—and step ashore Taquile Island, home to a thriving indigenous textile industry. For lunch, we’ll head to the small rural community of Luquina Chico. Enjoy a traditional meal in the home of a local family while taking in sweeping views of Lake Titicaca and its picturesque isles. Later, opt for a tour of Sillustani, a fascinating pre-Inca burial site.
In the morning, board a comfortable 35-foot, fully equipped speed boat to explore the lake. Stop at various islands to enjoy the lake’s scenic splendor and to meet the friendly people of these communities.

Accommodation:
- Casona Plaza Hotel Puno (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Day Trip to Lake Titicaca
- Lake Titicaca Community Home Lunch
Day 13 Day 13: Puno/Lima (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Puno/Lima (1B)

Transfer to the Juliaca airport to catch a flight back to Lima. Spend your last evening in Peru at leisure, opt to explore the streets of Lima’s World Heritage-listed historic center and enjoy mouthwatering Peruvian tapas and pisco sour—the country’s national drink.

Accommodation:
- Hotel Antigua Miraflores (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Puno to Juliaca 01:00 Hr(s)
- Plane: Juliaca to Lima 01:30 - 02:00 Hr(s)
Day 14 Day 14: Lima (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Lima (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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Itinerary of your trip Iconic Peru National Geographic Journeys

Day 1: Lima

Day 2: Lima/Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 3: Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 4: Tambopata/Cusco (1B)

Day 5: Cusco/Urubamba (1B, 1L)

Day 6: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 8: Inca Trail (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 9: Machu Picchu/Cusco (1B)

Day 10: Cusco (1B)

Day 11: Cusco/Puno (1B)

Day 12: Puno (1B, 1L)

Day 13: Puno/Lima (1B)

Day 14: Lima (1B)

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