Explore the most powerful, energetic and spiritual place on earth "Cuzco, the Urubamba Valley and Machu Picchu". Also, discover "Willoq" a lost Inca town existing today as it did in the past. Enjoy the natural flora and fauna of the Andean landscapes and traditional way of life. Observe astonishing views, local people, ancient salt mines and Andean weavers. Visit Inca cities and overnight in Machu Picchu including services of a private guide. This program is for people who have an interest in the Inca Culture, the Andean (Quechua) people and their beliefs about their origin and the universe.
Meeting and transfer service in all cities visited in Peru. Tips for handling baggage at airport. Tours as noted including entrance fees with private English speaking tour guide. All hotel accommodations for 7 nights (Deluxe and First Class) including room taxes and service charges of 25%. Meals as noted B=American breakfast and L=Lunch. Round trip airfare from Miami or Denver or L.Angeles or S.Francisco or L.Vegas or Zone 5 (BFL, BUR, FAT,LAS, LGB, MRY, OAK, ONT, PSP, RNO, SAN, SBA, SBP, SJC, SLC, SMF, SNA) to Lima via American Airlines. Also Lima-Cuzco-Lima via Lan Peru
NOT INCLUDED:
Other services not mentioned or Passport fees. Departure tax of US $28.00 upon leaving Peru, $5.00 leaving Cuzco and Lima. Meals (Except ones specified in itinerary). U.S.A. departure taxes of $79.00, tips to hotel porters, drivers and tour guides. Insurance (Tara Tours Inc. through Insured America recommend and offer optional Travel Insurance.
Call (800) 533-5343 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7001197
Tour Operator
Tara Tours
Offer
Offer valid through 7/31/2008
Duration
8 Days
Escorted
Escorted - No
Itinerary
Day
Destination
Description
Day 1
Depart USA
SUN. USA-LIMA : Depart Miami, New York or Los Angeles for Lima, Peru (Other departure cities available upon request). Reception upon arrival in Lima and transfer to new Hotel Faraona located in the pretty district of Miraflores
Day 2
Urubamba
MON. LIMA-CUZCO-URUBAMBATransfer to the Lima airport for flight to Cuzco. Airport reception and immediate transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas with private tour guide. Visit the archaeological site of Pisac Ruins (meditate at the old astronomical Pisac observatory) to view its intricate terraces and buildings. Continue along the Urubamba River to admire the scenery. Lunch in a local restaurant. (If weather and road conditions permit, a visit to the ancient salt mines of Maras will be made where people still work the same way as their ancestors.) Late afternoon arrive in Yucay for overnight at the Hotel Posada del Inca. Tonight, meeting with a native healer . (B,L).
Day 3
Ollantaytambo
TUE. URUBAMBA-WILLOQ-OLLANTAYTAMBO: Early morning visit one of the most fascinating Andean communities named Willoq. Observe how weavers produce charming textiles with ancient Inca designs. then continue to visit the typical and colorful market of Pisaq or Chincheros where hundreds of indigeneous people come from different surrounding villages to exchange/buy/sell their products, After lunch depart for the Inka fortress of Ollantaytambo, one of the most important archaeological sites, where legend and history converge telling a story of love and rebellion against an Inka ruler. Overnight at Posada del Inka. (B,L)
Day 4
Machu Picchu
WED. OLLANTAYTAMBO-MACHU PICCHU: In the morning you will be taken to the station to board the train for the 1 1/2 hour ride to Aguas Calientes. Here a bus will take you up to the hotel, located near the entrance of the ruins. After checking in, you'll take a guided archaeological and spiritual tour of the Lost City to contemplate and learn about the advanced world of the Incas and of the mysteries yet to be revealed. Night visit to Machu Picchu (available only for groups -minimun 8 passenegrs) for meditation and to align yourself or for an etheric communion with the "Pacha" (Upper world)... Overnight at the Hotel El Pueblo. (B). NOTE: Hotel M.Picchu Sanctuary available upon request.
Day 5
Cuzco
THU. MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: Arise very early to enjoy the sunrise and spend some time alone to attune with the energies of Machu Picchu. Second day exploration of Machu to understand more about the 3 Runa Inca Cosmological Worlds-Hanan Pacha, Kay Pacha and Uju Pacha while visiting the Intipunko, the Inca bridge, Temple of the Sun. Time for meditation at the Temple of Three windows for emotional healing. Afternoon return to Cuzco. Overnight hotel Don Carlos Cuzco. (B).
Day 6
Cuzco
FRI. CUZCO: Morning sightseeing tour of the City of Cuzco with stops at the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun) the main square, Cathedral and a visit to the Power Places of Sacsayhuman , Kenko, Puca-Pucara, the Inka Spa of Tambomachay. Visit inside the rocks of the Temple of the Monkeys (Kusylluchayoq) to see strange carved niches where idols or advanced machinery was placed. At days end enjoy Andean music performed with typical local instruments. (B)
Day 7
Cuzco
SAT. CUZCO: Day at leisure to explore Cuzco on your own or take advantage of the great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, rugs, handicrafts, jewelry and more. (B)
Day 8
Return USA
SUN. CUZCO-LIMA-USA: Transfer to airport for flight to Lima with connection to Miami, New York or your home city. (B)
Dates/Pricing
Disclaimer
*SEASONS: From Jun.18 to Aug.15 and Jan.1 to Mar.31 add $100 pp. From Dec.07 to 31,2005 add $250 to all rates.
DEPOSITS: US$200.00 at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 45 days before departure.
Contact Empress Travel and Cruises for information on All Inclusive Caribbean Resorts, All Inclusive Cancun Resorts, Luxury All Inclusive Caribbean Resorts, Luxury All Inclusive Cancun Resorts, Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, Luxury Caribbean Resorts, Luxury Cancun Resorts, Caribbean Beach Resorts, Cancun Beach Resorts and more.
