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- Airfare
- 1 Night Hotel Accommodation in Lima
- 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Cusco
- In/Out Transfers in both cities
- Half Day City Tour in Lima
- Half Day Tour in Cusco
- Full Day Tour of Machu Picchu
- Taxes & Fees
* Packages can be totally customized.
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Sample Itinerary:
Day 1 - Arrive in Lima, Peru in the morning. In the afternoon, guided sightseeing tour to the most attractive and important sites in Lima, the "City of Kings". The tour includes Lima's Historical Centre, passing by Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral and its Religious Art Museum, the Church of Santo Domingo, with the tombs of Santa Rosa and San Martin de Porras, and Lima's Colonial Balconies.
We will also visit the Convent and Church of San Francisco, the greatest monumental complex of Colonial Art in America and Cultural Heritage of Humanity. We then drive through the residential Districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, passing by the Huaca Pucllana, a Ceremonial and Administrative Centre of the Lima Culture built in the II Century A.C. that the Incas considered as "Ñaupallaqta" or Sacred Town. We will also visit El Olivar Park with olive trees brought from Spain in the XVth Century, the Central Park of Miraflores and Larcomar, a symbol of modern Lima and a tourist and entertainment centre as well as a privileged site to enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean. Lodging. Night at Leisure.
Day 2 - Transportation to Lima Airport where you will take an early afternoon flight to Cusco. A guide will be waiting for you at the Cusco airport and take you to your hotel. Free day/night to relax and acclimate to the altitude.
Day 3 - Cusco City Tour in the afternoon. We will go into the Cathedral where you will enjoy beautiful woodwork and colonial paintings containing extensive Inca iconography. After that, we will visit the Korikancha, “the Temple of the Sun” where the Convent of Santo Domingo was built; legend says this temple was completely laminated in gold, which impressed the conquerors at their arrival. Then we will go to the Artisans’ Quarters of San Blas and visit the church to see the pulpit with its impressive carved woodwork. It is time to do some shopping at the most famous artisans’ market in the city.
Day 4 - Pick up time from Cusco for train to Machu Picchu will be 8.00 am arriving Aguas Calientes 9.25 am, below Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, transfer by train to the Citadel of Machu Picchu; the trip takes 25 min. and you will arrive in the entrance of Machu Picchu. We begin the guided visit of the Citadel of Machu Picchu, which will take us around 2h 30m. During this time, you will visit Inca ruins, buildings, the Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Clock of the Sun, the Kings Quarter, the Temple, the terraces, the irrigation canals and the surrounding area. The guided visit ends early in the afternoon and some people might decide do go down to Aguas Calientes by bus immediately to have lunch at a local restaurant . You will have free time at leisure to walk Aguas Calientes and sourroundingsAt approximately 5.30 pm train is coming from the Station in Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and arrive in Cusco at around 8:00pm.
Day 5 - Transfer to Cusco Airport and return home or continue to your next TGW Destination.
*Keep in mind this is just a sample itinerary. We can modify anything and even add more tours and activities in Peru.
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The Facts
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Peru is a unique destination. Its living culture, impressive history and diversity of natural resources make a visit there a truly unforgettable experience.
Lima: The capital of Peru, the present is blended with history and tradition to show us its many attractions and cultural heritage. Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistadors as the City of Kings, it became the most important city in South America during the colonial era. The capital of Peru today houses a plethora of both architectural and archaeological monuments. Lima is also known as the gastronomic capital of South America for a culinary legacy that inherited superb pre-Hispanic and colonial cooking traditions and was nurtured by the best Western and Oriental cooking.
Cusco: The city is considered the most impressive pre-conquest city in the Americas and will dazzle you with its mix of Spanish colonial and Inca architecture. Once the center of the Inca Empire that spanned present day Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Argentina, Bolivia and southern Colombia, this city still is an outdoor museum reflecting hundreds of years of history.
Machu Picchu: It is the site of an ancient Inca city, high in the Andes of Peru. Located at 2,430 metres (8,000 ft), this UNESCO World Heritage site is often referred to as "The Lost City of the Incas", is one of the most familiar symbols of the Incan Empire, and is one of the most famous and spectacular sets of ruins in the world — a visit to Peru would not be complete without it.
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- Flight Time to Lima: 6 Hours from Miami, 8 Hours from New York, 8.6 Hoursfrom LAX, 16 Hours from London
- Flight time from Lima to Cuzco: 1.1 Hours
- Main Airports: Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM); Alejandro Velasco Astente Intl Airport (CUZ)
- When to go: The ideal months for visiting Machu Picchu are from June to October as the weather is mild during this time of the year
- Currency: Nuevo Sol 2.6 - 3 Nuevo Sols to the dollar
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All of the accommodations offered on our site have been personally inspected by TGW to uphold the utmost quality standards of our travelers. We base our selection on Service, Cleanliness, and Location. TGW offers 5 star, 4 star, & 3 star accommodations.
5-Star Option:
| Meliá Lima Hotel | Star Level:5 | Location: San Isidro | Popularity: 1 |
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 The Meliá Lima hotel is located in the residential and financial district of San Isidro. It is the nearest five star hotel to the Jorge Chávez International Airport and very near the historical heart of the city.
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| Libertador Palacio del Inka | Star Level:5 | Location: Plazoleta Santo Domingo | Popularity: 1 |
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 Hotel Libertador Cusco is located within the historical center of the city, occupying the fabulous "Casa de los Cuatro Bustos", where Francisco Pizarro, first spanish governor of Peru, used to live. The Libertador Cusco Hotel has 254 rooms and has been ranked by the Peruvian Ministry of Industry and Tourism as the best 5-star hotel in the city.
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4-Star Option:
| Miraflores Colon Hotel | Star Level:4 | Location: Miraflores | Popularity: 1 |
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 The Miraflores Colon Hotel is located in the heart of the exclusive Miraflores district, only a block away from Larcomar and a few blocks from the best restaurants and shops, and approximately 30 minutes away form Jorge Chavez International Airport.
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| Del Prado Hotel | Star Level:4 | Location: Downtown Cusco | Popularity: 1 |
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 Hotel Del Prado is located in the historical centre of Cusco. The rooms have stonewall features and include cable TV and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant serves a traditional Peruvian lunch.
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| San Agustin El Dorado | Star Level:4 | Location: Downtown Cusco | Popularity: 1 |
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 The San Agustin El Dorado is a 4 star hotel in Cuzco, Peru. It is located two blocks away from the Plaza de Armas, which is the city's main square.
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| Taypikala Hotel | Star Level:3 | Location: Downtown Cusco | Popularity: 1 |
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Taypikala Hotel sits back from the commotion of the center due to its location behind the famous convent of the Qorikancha, but in only 3 blocks you reach the Plaza de Armas and in a few meters walking distance the buses for the tours in and around the city are ready to pick you up. |
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3-Star Option:
| San Agustin Colonial | Star Level:3 | Location: Miraflores | Popularity: 1 |
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 The Colonial Hotel - ancient colonial mansion- today renewed into a comfortable and modern hotel that preserves the charm and grace of Lima ancient mansions. Visit Peru and let yourself be captivated by the striking melting pot of Lima, City of the kings.
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| Cristina Hotel | Star Level:3 | Location: Downtown Cusco | Popularity: 1 |
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 Located in historical downtown of Cuzco city. Near many tourist attractions like the Temple of the Koricancha and the main square that are located a block from the hotel. The inn is situated close to various restaurants, pubs, discotheques, and numerous souvenir and handicrafts stores.
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Our Peru Package is more so an add-on package that you can add to one of our other destinations. Lima & Cusco are full of incredible activities. Below are some activities that you can add on to your package. Our packages are fully customizable so if you want to stay extra days or replace one of the tours below for one included in your package, we can do it. Please keep in mind that the Lima & Cusco City Tours are already included in your package as well as a tour to Machu Picchu using the Vistadrome Train.
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Lima Culinary Tour
Type: Sightseeing
Price: Starting at $150.00
Duration: 4 - 6 Hours
First we´ll go to a market where you’ll witness a demonstration displaying the different fish, vegetables and fruits of Peru. Then, you’ll learn how to cook a Peruvian ceviche at one of the best local seafood restaurants. Next, you’ll take a guided tour of a Pisco tavern and cellar where you’ll learn how to prepare Pisco Sour as well as other famous Peruvian cocktails. This is your chance to taste our famous national liquor, Pisco, a brandy distilled from grapes. The Pisco is available in a variety of cocktails and presentations!
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Sacred Valley & Pissac Market
Type: Sightseeing
Price: Starting at $50.00
Duration: 8 Hours
Travel back in time to the Sacred Valley of the Incas with a day that begins in Pisac. This native town was once where “exchange transactions” took place. In this type of transaction, customers would exchange one good for another instead of using currency. Visit the market of Pisac where you can purchase beautifully crafted products.On Sunday, the main attraction is a mass celebrated in Quechua and conducted in Spanish. It is attended by the mayors and their attendants who play traditional musical instruments called "pututos." Afterwards we’ll enjoy lunch.Then we’ll visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo. Its main attraction is the Temple of the Sun. Built using massive stones, each one approximately 12 feet tall, this temple was used as a fortress during the time of the Incan civil war.
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Hiking the Inca Trail
Type: Adventure
Price: Upon Request
Duration: 4 days/3 nights (Starts at km 82) or 2 days/1 night (Starts at km 104)
Visitors come from all parts of the world to Peru, not only to see Machu Picchu but to walk the Inca Trail , the most famous hike in South America. They come to see the ruins and the scenery which makes this trail so famous. The total distance of the Inca trail is approximately 43 kilometres.
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Rafting Urubamba River
Type: Adventure
Price: $60.00
Duration: Full Day
Transfer from of Cusco to the Sacred Valley (Pachar). When you arrive you will recive your informative (rafting instructions). Around 10a.m. you will start your trip in the calm part of the Vilcanota river. During your start you will pass by various calm places where you will practice before entering the fasters waters. You will be able to feel the water current . This portion of the river takes about two to three hours to ride .
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Mountain Biking in the Sacred Valley
Type: Adventure
Price: $135.00
Duration: Full Day
At 7 am we pick you up from your hotel and 30 minutes travel by our own private jeep to Abra Ccoroa on 3600m, here is the begin point for our downhill - cross country mountain biking into the Sacred valley of the Incas. Safety orientation regarding all the gear of our bikes, the protective gears, and description of the route. From here we will descent on nice asphalt road (beginners) or riding in the single trucks for experience bikers. In Pisaq (2970m) it is possible to do a short hike to visit the archaeological remains of the Incas time, visit the Andean market and continue biking along the greenness sacred valley on the right bank of the river connecting to Qoya, Lamay, Calca, Urubamba (2880m) and Ollantaytambo (2850m) riding on asphalt road without traffic and getting wonderful views of terracing, colony churches and also, people working the mother earth. After 4 to 5 hours pedalling 33mi (52km) we will be in Ollantaytambo, have lunch and travel back to Cusco arriving at 3 to 4pm and end of service. |
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We offer these additional services for your vacation to Peru
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Visa Procesing
Price: Starting @ US$ 50.00
All US Citizens need visas to travel to Brazil. We currently do not provide Visa Processing Services for Brazil, but we partner up with the most trust-worthy company in the Visa Processing Industry. Please CLICK HERE and follow the visa processing steps.If for some reason you need direct assistance, call 1-800-222-2589 and make sure to give them the discount code "AFFTGW" to get a small discount on your processing. |
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Travel Insurance
Price: Varies on different factors ie age, trip cost, etc ( CLICK HERE to price it out)
Travel Insurance is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for anyone that travels with TGW. You never know what can happen before or during your trip. We partner up with the best Travel Insurance company in the industry to make sure our clients are taken care of. Examples of coverages include Trip Cancellation (Covers full cost of trip if you have to cancel because of a death in the family, medical reasons, etc). CLICK HERE to check out all of the policies. |
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These are some packages that you can add on to the current package. They are pretty close geographically so they are great additions if you want to stay longer and check out other parts of the world. We've also included other special events related to this package or in close proximity just in case you want to check them out.
 Cartagena, Colombia was named one of the top destinations to visit this year by Frommers. The city's walled city and fortress were designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984. If you are looking for a destination off the beaten path that provides you with culture, shopping, cuisine, beaches, islands & beautiful, friendly people, Cartagena is your place.We recommend traveling for the National Beauty Pageant or Semana Santa, but if you can't, we do provide Cartagena year round.
 Cartagena is the home of Colombia's National Beauty Pageant, one of the country's hottest events of the year. The most beautiful women from all over the country compete to be crowned Miss Colombia. The event is usually held the 2nd week in November. That week is absolutely nuts as the city erupts in Exclusive Parties, Parades, Beach Events, and the Best Nightlife in the country. The dates are November 8 - 13, 2012.
 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is one of if not the most amazing city in the world. It has everything you want and need for a vacation of a lifetime. La cidade de Maravilha (the Marvellous city) is famous for being the party capital of the world and draws more tourism than just about anywhere. From mind-blowing scenery and incredible beaches to wild nightlife and beautiful people, this city will never disappoint.
 With a population of 13 million people, Buenos Aires is Latin America's third largest city and is one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities. Buenos Aires blends arts, fashion, sports, and nightlife to achieve the perfect combination of sophistication and fun. The city has also been described as the "Paris" of South America for its European style and architecture.
 Nestled between the Argentine and Brazilian borders, Iguazu Falls are among the worlds biggest waterfalls. Twice as wide and much higher than Niagra falls and only second in size to Africa's Victoria Falls, Iguazu is a breathtaking place to visit. Whether you want to relax between a party tour of Rio or Buenos Aires or do some Eco-tourism, Iguazu is a great add-on for any package to Brazil or Argentina and a once in a lifetime destination.
 Amazon Packages can be purchased on their own or as "add ons" to your South America vacation with us. The Amazon Adventure packages include one night in the city of Manaus plus your choice of either a jungle lodge stay or a cruise down the Amazon.
 Amazon Packages can be purchased on their own or as "add ons" to your South America vacation with us. You can select from a city stay in Manaus (the base city for all Amazon packages) with daily excursions to the Amazon or you can opt for a Jungle Lodge or Clipper Cruise for a more "hand's on" experience.
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