Manu Cultural Zone 4D/3N
Manu Cultural Zone 4D/3N Summary Day 1 Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 2 Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 3 Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Day 4 Guadalupe – Cusco ITINERARY INCLUSIONS RECOMMENDATIONS Day 1: Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 1: Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Early departure from Cusco, traveling through valleys and colorful Andean villages. Stop at Ninamarca (pre-Inca tombs) and Paucartambo (colonial bridge). Enter Manu National Park via Acjanaco Pass (3,550m). Dramatic scenery shift to cloud forest, home to Cock-of-the-Rock, toucans, quetzals. Overnight stay at Guadalupe Nature Reserve (560m). Day 2: Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 2: Guadalupe Nature Reserve Visit parrot clay lick, observing macaws, parrots, and pottos. Explore medicinal plants like coca, cacao, bamboo water, and achiote. Swim in the crystal-clear Guadalupe River. Afternoon activities: Explore caves & canyons (bats, scorpions, spiders). Walk through bamboo forest, spotting monkeys. Night caiman search along the streams. Day 3: Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Day 3: Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Sunrise birdwatching at the lodge’s garden. Drive to Atalaya Port, board a motorboat on Madre de Dios River. Visit Machuhuassy Oxbow Lake: hoatzins, hawks, herons, monkeys, capybaras. Enjoy lunch on a wooden canoe floating on the river. Afternoon hike in the primary forest (monkeys, peccaries, ceiba trees). Return to lodge. Day 4: Guadalupe – Cusco Day 4: Guadalupe – Cusco Visit the parrot clay lick. Explore a wildlife rescue center, run by a local family. Scenic return to Cusco, re-entering cloud forest landscapes. Arrival in Cusco around 5:00 pm. INCLUDES Naturalist guide with a telescope. Tourist transportation (van & boat). Entrance fees. Full meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). 3 nights in a Lodge with amenities: private bathroom, hot showers, electricity, and a rocking chair overlooking the garden. Bottled water and snacks. Rubber boots and duffel bags. NOT INCLUDED Binoculars. Additional drinks. First day’s breakfast and last day’s dinner. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Personal Protection: Sunscreen, insect repellent, personal hygiene products. Useful Accessories: Sunglasses, camera with extra batteries, flashlight with spare batteries, battery-powered alarm clock. Luggage: Comfortable backpack. Recommended Clothing: Multiple pairs of socks and extra underwear. Swimsuit. Nylon and sports shorts. Lightweight long pants for mosquito protection. Lightweight long-sleeve shirt. Rain jacket. Sun hat. Day 1: Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 1: Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Early departure from Cusco, traveling through valleys and colorful Andean villages. Stop at Ninamarca (pre-Inca tombs) and Paucartambo (colonial bridge). Enter Manu National Park via Acjanaco Pass (3,550m). Dramatic scenery shift to cloud forest, home to Cock-of-the-Rock, toucans, quetzals. Overnight stay at Guadalupe Nature Reserve (560m). Day 2: Guadalupe Nature Reserve Day 2: Guadalupe Nature Reserve Visit parrot clay lick, observing macaws, parrots, and pottos. Explore medicinal plants like coca, cacao, bamboo water, and achiote. Swim in the crystal-clear Guadalupe River. Afternoon activities: Explore caves & canyons (bats, scorpions, spiders). Walk through bamboo forest, spotting monkeys. Night caiman search along the streams. Day 3: Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Day 3: Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Sunrise birdwatching at the lodge’s garden. Drive to Atalaya Port, board a motorboat on Madre de Dios River. Visit Machuhuassy Oxbow Lake: hoatzins, hawks, herons, monkeys, capybaras. Enjoy lunch on a wooden canoe floating on the river. Afternoon hike in the primary forest (monkeys, peccaries, ceiba trees). Return to lodge. Day 4: Guadalupe – Cusco Day 4: Guadalupe – Cusco Visit the parrot clay lick. Explore a wildlife rescue center, run by a local family. Scenic return to Cusco, re-entering cloud forest landscapes. Arrival in Cusco around 5:00 pm. Day 1: Cusco – Guadalupe Nature Reserve Early departure from Cusco, traveling through valleys and colorful Andean villages. Stop at Ninamarca (pre-Inca tombs) and Paucartambo (colonial bridge). Enter Manu National Park via Acjanaco Pass (3,550m). Dramatic scenery shift to cloud forest, home to Cock-of-the-Rock, toucans, quetzals. Overnight stay at Guadalupe Nature Reserve (560m). Day 2: Guadalupe Nature Reserve Visit parrot clay lick, observing macaws, parrots, and pottos. Explore medicinal plants like coca, cacao, bamboo water, and achiote. Swim in the crystal-clear Guadalupe River. Afternoon activities: Explore caves & canyons (bats, scorpions, spiders). Walk through bamboo forest, spotting monkeys. Night caiman search along the streams. Day 3: Boat Expedition – Madre de Dios River Sunrise birdwatching at the lodge’s garden. Drive to Atalaya Port, board a motorboat on Madre de Dios River. Visit Machuhuassy Oxbow Lake: hoatzins, hawks, herons, monkeys, capybaras. Enjoy lunch on a wooden canoe floating on the river. Afternoon hike in the primary forest (monkeys, peccaries, ceiba trees). Return to lodge. Day 4: Guadalupe – Cusco Visit the parrot clay lick. Explore a wildlife rescue center, run by a local family. Scenic return to Cusco, re-entering cloud forest landscapes. Arrival in Cusco around 5:00 pm. INCLUDES Naturalist guide with a telescope. Tourist transportation (van & boat). Entrance fees. Full meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). 3 nights in a Lodge with amenities: private bathroom, hot showers, electricity, and a rocking chair overlooking the garden. Bottled water and snacks. Rubber boots and duffel bags. NOT INCLUDED Binoculars. Additional drinks. First day’s breakfast and last day’s dinner. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Personal Protection: Sunscreen, insect repellent, personal hygiene products. Useful Accessories: Sunglasses, camera with extra batteries, flashlight with spare batteries, battery-powered alarm clock. Luggage: Comfortable backpack. Recommended Clothing: Multiple pairs of socks and extra underwear. Swimsuit. Nylon and sports shorts. Lightweight long pants for mosquito protection. Lightweight long-sleeve shirt. Rain jacket. Sun hat. Book Now
The best of Peru – 13 Days
The best of Peru – 13 Days Summary Day 1 LIMA CITY TOUR Day 2 PARACAS – ISLAS BALLESTAS – HUACACHINA Day 3 NAZCA LINES TO LIMA Day 4 PUNO – UROS ISLANDS Day 5 UROS ISLANDS – TAQUILE – PUNO Day 6 PUNO – CUSCO RECOJO TRASLADO Day 7 CUSCO CITY TOUR Day 8 SACRED VALLEY Day 9 MACHU PICCHU Day 10 FREE DAY Day 11 RAINBOW MOUNTAIN Day 12 HUMANTAY LAKE Day 13 TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE ITINERARY INCLUSIONS RECOMMENDATIONS DAY 1: LIMA CITY TOUR Day 1: Lima City Tour Start: Hotel pickup and beginning of the tour. Modern Lima: Visit to Miraflores, Love Park with an ocean view, panoramic tour of Huaca Pucllana, and the olive tree forest in San Isidro, Lima’s financial center. Colonial Lima: Tour of the Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), San Martín Square, colonial balconies, Archbishop’s Palace, Desamparados Station, Cathedral Basilica, and Municipal Palace. San Francisco Convent: Visit to the ancient library, choir, main cloister, and catacombs. End of the Tour: Return to the hotel. DAY 2: PARACAS – ISLAS BALLESTAS – HUACACHINA Day 2: Paracas – Ballestas Islands – Huacachina Departure from Lima: Pickup from hotels and hostels. Trip to Paracas: Luxury bus with reclining seats, USB ports, TV, and onboard restrooms. Ballestas Islands: 2-hour boat tour, spotting sea lions, penguins, and birds. Free Time in Paracas: Option for a buffet with an ocean view or a walk through the town. Trip to Huacachina: Stories about the history and myths of the oasis. Exploring Huacachina: Walk around the oasis, relax on the dunes, or enjoy the pool. Dune Buggy & Sandboarding: 2-hour dune tour and sandboarding experience. Overnight in Huacachina or transfer to Nazca (depending on package selection). DAY 3: NAZCA LINES TO LIMA Day 3: Nazca lines to Lima Early Morning Transfer to Nazca: Private transportation from Huacachina to Nazca. Nazca Lines Flight: 30-40 minute flight over the enigmatic geoglyphs. Visit to Nazca Town: Optional visit to the María Reiche Museum or Chauchilla Cemetery. Lunch in Nazca (Not included). Bus Transfer to Puno: Overnight bus ride with reclining seats for a comfortable journey. Day 4: PUNO – UROS ISLANDS Day 4: Puno – Uros Islands Early Arrival in Puno: Pickup from the bus terminal and transfer to the port. Boat Trip to Uros Islands: Visit the floating islands made of totora reeds. Interaction with Uros Community: Learn about their way of life, traditions, and reed boat construction. Exploring the Islands: Free time to walk around and take photos. Return to Puno: Arrival at the port and transfer to hotels. Day 5: UROS ISLANDS – TAQUILE – PUNO Day 5: Uros Islands – Taquile – Puno Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Taquile Island: Boat ride across Lake Titicaca with stunning views. Arrival in Taquile: Walk through the island while learning about its unique textile art (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage). Traditional Lunch: Fresh trout or vegetarian option prepared by local families (included). Exploring Taquile: Free time to enjoy the landscapes and interact with locals. Return to Puno: Boat trip back, arriving in the late afternoon. Day 6: Puno – Cusco. Pick up and Transfer Day 6: Puno – Cusco. Pick up and Transfer Morning Pickup: Transfer from hotel in Puno to the bus station. Tourist Bus to Cusco (optional upgrade to private transfer). Arrival in Cusco: Evening drop-off at hotel. DAY 7: CUSCO CITY TOUR Day 7: Cusco City Tour Tour Duration: 5 hours, with morning (8:30 AM – 2:00 PM) and afternoon (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM) shifts. Places Visited: We will visit the traditional streets of Cusco and the Main Square. Qoricancha: Temple of the Sun with advanced Inca architecture. Sacsayhuamán: Complex of large stone blocks used for festivities. Qenqo: Site for astronomical and religious purposes. End: Return to Cusco’s Main Square or the hotel. DAY 8: SACRED VALLEY Day 8: Sacred Valley Start: 7:00 AM in Cusco. Itinerary: Chinchero: Visit to an Inca archaeological site and traditional textile demonstration. Moray: Circular Inca terraces, history, and photo opportunities. Maras: Inca salt mines. Urubamba: Lunch (Not included). Ollantaytambo: Tour of the archaeological site (option to stay here). End: Return to Cusco at approximately 6:00 PM. DAY 9: MACHU PICCHU Day 9: Machu Picchu Early Pickup: We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. Trip to Ollantaytambo: 1.5-hour journey in private transportation to the train station. Train Ride: 1 hour and 50-minute journey from Ollantaytambo through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes. Arrival in Aguas Calientes: Meet with the representative or tour guide and transfer by bus to Machu Picchu (25 minutes). Tour in Machu Picchu: 2 to 3-hour guided tour of the historic sanctuary, exploring its Incan architecture and engineering. Return to Aguas Calientes: Bus ride back, with free time for lunch (Lunch not included). Return by Train: Train ride back to Ollantaytambo, where a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. DAY 10: FREE DAY Day 10: Free Day Relaxing day in Cusco. DAY 11: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN Day 11: Rainbow Mountain 05:00 AM: Pickup at your hotel. Transfer to the starting point: 3-hour drive to the hiking starting point. Buffet breakfast: Provided at the starting point. Hike to Rainbow Mountain: 1.5-hour hike, with 30 minutes to explore and take photos. Visit to Red Valley: 40-minute tour. Return walk: 1-hour hike back to the starting point. Buffet lunch: After the hike. Return to Cusco: Arrival at your hotel around 5:00 PM. DAY 12: HUMANTAY LAKE Day 12: Humantay Lake Early pickup at the hotel at 5:00 AM and a 3-hour transfer to Soraypampa, where the 2-hour hike to the turquoise lagoon begins. Free time at the lagoon for photos and a guided tour. 1-hour descent back to Soraypampa, then a bus to Mollepata to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. 1.5-hour return from Mollepata to Cusco after lunch. Arrival around 5:00 PM. DAY 13: TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE Day 13: Transfer Out bye bye Transfer
Peru Highlights – 8D/7N
Peru Highlights – 8D/7N Summary Day 1 LIMA CITY TOUR Day 2 FOOD TOUR IN LIMA Day 3 CUSCO – OLLANTAYTAMBO Day 4 SACRED VALLEY – MARAS MORAY – OLLANTAYTAMBO – CHINCHERO Day 5 MACHU PICCHU Day 6 FREE DAY Day 7 RAINBOW MOUNTAIN Day 8 TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE ITINERARY INCLUSIONS RECOMMENDATIONS DAY 1: LIMA CITY TOUR Day 1: Lima City Tour Start: Hotel pickup and beginning of the tour. Modern Lima: Visit to Miraflores, Love Park with an ocean view, panoramic tour of Huaca Pucllana, and the olive tree forest in San Isidro, Lima’s financial center. Colonial Lima: Tour of the Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), San Martín Square, colonial balconies, Archbishop’s Palace, Desamparados Station, Cathedral Basilica, and Municipal Palace. San Francisco Convent: Visit to the ancient library, choir, main cloister, and catacombs. End of the Tour: Return to the hotel. DAY 2: FOOD TOUR IN LIMA Day 2: Food tour in Lima Hotel pickup Breakfast at a traditional café (pan con chicharrón, tamales, coffee, or emoliente) Visit to a local market (tasting of exotic fruits and explanation of Peruvian ingredients) Cooking class (preparing ceviche and pisco sour with a chef) Lunch at a typical restaurant (criollo dishes like lomo saltado or ají de gallina) Tasting of Peruvian chocolate and coffee (sampling native cacao and regional coffees) Cultural tour (Historic Center or Barranco with an optional Peruvian dessert tasting) End of the tour and return to hotel Day 3: CUSCO – OLLANTAYTAMBO Day 3: Cusco – Ollantaytambo Morning transfer from Cusco to Ollantaytambo Scenic drive through the Sacred Valley Arrival and check-in at hotel in Ollantaytambo Free evening to explore or rest Day 4: SACRED VALLEY – MARAS MORAY – OLLANTAYTAMBO – CHINCHERO Day 4: Sacred Valley – Maras Moray – Ollantaytambo – Chinchero Start: 7:00 AM. Itinerary: Chinchero: Visit to an Inca archaeological site and traditional textile demonstration. Moray: Circular Inca terraces, history, and photo opportunities. Maras: Inca salt mines. Urubamba: Lunch (Not included). Ollantaytambo: Tour of the archaeological site (option to stay here). End: Return to the hotel. Day 5: MACHU PICCHU Day 5: Machu Picchu Early Pickup: We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. Trip to Ollantaytambo: 1.5-hour journey in private transportation to the train station. Train Ride: 1 hour and 50-minute journey from Ollantaytambo through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes. Arrival in Aguas Calientes: Meet with the representative or tour guide and transfer by bus to Machu Picchu (25 minutes). Tour in Machu Picchu: 2 to 3-hour guided tour of the historic sanctuary, exploring its Incan architecture and engineering. Return to Aguas Calientes: Bus ride back, with free time for lunch (Lunch not included). Return by Train: Train ride back to Ollantaytambo, where a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley. DAY 6: FREE DAY Day 6: Free day Relaxing day in Cusco. DAY 7: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN Day 7: Rainbow Mountain 05:00 AM: Pickup at your hotel. Transfer to the starting point: 3-hour drive to the hiking starting point. Buffet breakfast: Provided at the starting point. Hike to Rainbow Mountain: 1.5-hour hike, with 30 minutes to explore and take photos. Visit to Red Valley: 40-minute tour. Return walk: 1-hour hike back to the starting point. Buffet lunch: After the hike. Return to Cusco: Arrival at your hotel around 5:00 PM. DAY 8: TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE Day 5: Transfer Out bye bye Hotel transfer to the airport. End of services. INCLUDES Bilingual professional guide (English – Spanish). (Ask for other languages with additional fees for private service). Accommodation Transportation: Pick-up and private bus transfers between Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes. Train: Round-trip tickets on the «Expedition» service. Meals Equipment: First aid kit and oxygen tank. Entrance tickets: Access to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu. Extras: Free luggage storage for additional belongings, satellite phone for emergencies. NOT INCLUDED Meals and drinks. Huayna Picchu entrance (US$70, subject to availability). Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes (US$5). Tips. Trekking poles (US$15). WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Travel insurance very important to travel with Discover Inca Planet. Passport (optional): Bring a photocopy, but for the Rainbow Mountain stamp, bring the original. 1.5 liters of water: Stay hydrated during the hike. Personal snacks: Extra energy bars if you need frequent snacks. Pillow for van ride: Leave it in the van during the hike. Trekking shoes: Essential for the dusty and slippery path. Waterproof pants (optional): Only for the rainy season (Dec-Mar). Extra clothes (optional): For rainy season to stay dry. Sunscreen lip protector: Protect lips from dryness. Warm jacket: To stay warm, as it’s usually cold. Rain jacket: For unexpected rain, even during dry seasons. Long sleeve t-shirt: Protect from sunburn; apply sunscreen if wearing short sleeves. Wool hat: It’s cold at Rainbow Mountain, even in summer. Trekking pants: Suggested for hiking, but any suitable pants work. Rain poncho: Essential in the rainy season or cloudy days. Sunhat: Protect from strong sun at high altitudes. Sunscreen: Both sun and cold can burn, so apply regularly. Water bottles or Camelbak: Reusable bottles are recommended. Sunglasses: Strong sun and snow reflection can harm eyes. Extra money: For snacks, soda, alpaca meat, or tips for photos. Thick socks: To keep feet warm. Neck gaiter: Keeps neck and face warm, especially in winter. Gloves: Essential for warmth, especially at the summit. Basic medications: Ibuprofen for headaches, Diamox for altitude sickness. Portable charger: To keep devices powered in the cold. Phone or camera: Capture memories of the adventure. DAY 1: LIMA CITY TOUR Day 1: Lima City Tour Start: Hotel pickup and beginning of the tour. Modern Lima: Visit to Miraflores, Love Park with an ocean view, panoramic tour of Huaca Pucllana, and the olive tree forest in San Isidro, Lima’s financial center. Colonial Lima: Tour of the Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), San Martín Square, colonial balconies, Archbishop’s Palace, Desamparados Station, Cathedral Basilica, and Municipal Palace. San Francisco Convent: Visit