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Hiking Machu Picchu

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Machu Picchu & Amazon - Example 10 Day Tour
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Explore Peru's vast jungle with a 3-night stay in the Peruvian Amazon. Next, explore Cusco, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and the great ruins of Machu Picchu on a fully guided Peru tour. Wander through village markets where ancient traditions live on in the hearts of the Andean people. Visit Sacsayhuamán, Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Experience a witches' market in Cusco, bargain over tapestries in Pisac, and walk off the beaten path in the rural Andes. An easy-paced journey perfect for anyone with a sense of curiosity and adventure.
Macaw in the jungleCanoeing in Madre de DiosLearn about local craftsSquirrel monkey in the AmazonA peaceful reading locationThe Maras Salt MinesMacaw LickPeru tours, Machu Picchu ToursVisiting the localsThe zigzag walls of Sacsayhuaman (Sexy Woman), the fortress protecting Cusco.Looking down the stairsA farmer walks his sheep through the terraceParrotPerched macawsHiking Machu Picchu
Highlights
  • Canoe Lake Sandoval in search of Giant Otters and other wildlife
  • Hike through weaving trails searching for animals that only appear at night
  • Take your time exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu with your local guide
  • Visit the Center for Traditional Textiles in Cusco to learn about weaving
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Arrive Lima

Arrive in Lima today on your preferred flight. After collecting your luggage and passing through customs, walk across the street to the comfortable and conveniently located Wyndham Costa del Sol Hotel. Settle into your room and rest up after your travels. You have an exciting trip ahead, filled with ancient ruins, local markets and the beautiful Andes Mountains!

Day 2: Fly to Puerto Maldonado - Transfer to Amazon Lodge

After breakfast, head to Lima Airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Tambopata River's boat dock. Board a motorized canoe and travel towards the confluence of the Madre de Dios River, the source of an Amazon tributary. Arrive in Puerto Maldonado and board a motorized canoe for a scenic ride along the river to your jungle lodge. After settling in and enjoying lunch, set out on guided trails through protected rainforest to spot unique plant and animal life. As night falls, venture out by boat to observe the nocturnal world—watch for caimans along the shore and gaze up at a brilliant jungle sky. Return for a dinner inspired by native Amazonian flavors.

Day 3: Explore the Amazon

Begin the day early with breakfast before setting out on an excursion into the heart of the Tambopata National Reserve. Visit Sandoval Lake, a calm body of water within the reserve, and explore its canals by canoe. Watch for wildlife such as giant river otters, black caimans, and various bird species. Return to the lodge for lunch and a brief rest.

In the afternoon, head into the treetops on a canopy walkway, observing the rainforest from elevated platforms and hanging bridges. Look for monkeys, toucans, and other canopy dwellers as you move through the forest at height. Later, relax with sunset views from a tower or choose from optional activities such as a guided night walk or a visit to the lodge’s jungle spa. After dinner, join a nocturnal outing to search for caimans and other creatures active after dark.

Day 4: Amazon Lodge

After breakfast, explore the lodge’s gardens to learn about the medicinal uses of tropical plants, then visit a palm forest conservation site. In the afternoon, paddle a wooden canoe through a quiet lagoon shaped by an old river channel. Listen for howler monkeys and watch for birdlife. Pass the remains of a steamboat and hear the tale that inspired a cult-classic film. Before dinner, hike to a remote clay lick to learn how animals rely on this mineral source. In the evening, take a final chance to spot black caimans or join a last night walk through the rainforest.

Day 5: Fly Cusco | Afternoon Walking Tour

Wake to the morning sounds of the jungle and enjoy your final breakfast. Then, travel back to the Madre de Dios River and continue towards Puerto Maldonado before heading to the airport.

Andean history comes alive in Cusco. Quechua-speaking descendants of the Incas fill the streets and markets, colonial churches sit atop bases of smooth stonework laid centuries before the Conquistadors, and campesinos (Peru's rural farmers) in colorful dress move busily back and forth across the plazas.

You will be picked up at the Cusco airport and taken to your hotel to drop off your luggage and rest. In the afternoon, you'll begin to explore Cusco on a guided walking tour of the city. The sites visited today are flexible, as your guide sets the pace and agenda according to your interests and your ongoing adjustment to the altitude.

Day 6: Sacred Valley

This morning, journey into one of the most beautiful areas of Peru. The Sacred Valley often becomes one of the highlights of your trip and you will soon see why! The day is flexible based on your interests, market days, and the weather. You'll test your bargaining skills with the locals while visiting one of the great textile markets in the area. You may also hike to the inspiring ruins of Pisac or take a short walk through the countryside to the seldom-visited town of Maras, where pre-Columbian salt mines still operate today. Visit the Inca agricultural terraces of Moray, thought to have been a nursery to experiment with and modify different varieties of crops. Eventually, you make your way to the living Inca city of Ollantaytambo and overnight.

Day 7: Ollantaytambo Ruins | Train to Machu Picchu

In the morning, visit the under-rated ruins of Ollantaytambo before the larger groups of tourists arrive. During the Inca Empire, Ollantaytambo served as a royal estate and later a refuge after the Spanish conquered Cusco. The ruins feature expansive terraces, giant building blocks and well-preserved architecture.  Even the town itself is still laid out as it was during the Inca empire, allowing its visitors to glimpse the history which still exists within its boundaries.

Board the Vistadome train late this morning and follow the Urubamba River as it tumbles its way towards the Amazon and the sacred city of Machu Picchu, Peru. After checking into your hotel and enjoying lunch in Aguas Calientes, take the short bus ride up to the gates of Machu Picchu and begin exploring this amazing site - the former retreat of Inca kings. After walking amongst the massive complex of ruins and learning about its fascinating history, you'll return to the village of Aguas Calientes (located at the base of Machu Picchu). Enjoy one of many excellent local restaurants after exploring one of the most magical archaeological sites in the world.

Day 8: Free Day at Machu Picchu | Return to Cusco

Today you will return to the ruins of Machu Picchu for further exploration. Return early with the hope of catching the sun coming up over the mountains at Machu Picchu. Depending on your preference in permits, arrive in time to hike to the top of Huayna Picchu for incredible views of the entire area or choose to simply walk amongst the vast expanse of ruins and listen to the spirits of the city's past inhabitants with your guide. (The basic re-entry permit is included in the cost of this tour. Hiking permits require additional costs and should be reserved at the time of booking your tour due to limited availability.)

After your final exploration of Machu Picchu, return to Aguas Calientes to catch an afternoon train toward Cusco.  Settle into your hotel or head out on a famous Cusco culinary adventure.

Day 9: Explore Cusco

Today is free to explore with your guide. You can visit the churches and surrounding ruins, such as the enormous Sacsayhuamán ruins that overlook Cusco (these ruins showcase building blocks the size of pickup trucks). You can also wander through the bustling Plaza de Armas in the heart of Cusco, shop for love potions in the local markets, or people watch from the cafes and restaurants that line these lovely streets. For those bursting with energy, horseback riding, mountain biking, or even whitewater rafting (Class III-IV) can be arranged in advance.

The evening is yours to take in some of Cusco's varied and exciting nightlife where live folk music and excellent food abounds! Enjoy the last night of your Peru vacation.

Day 10: Fly Home

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Accommodations

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Costa del Sol, Lima Airport
Costa del Sol, Lima Airport
Costa del Sol, Lima Airport

Puerto Maldonado - Hotels

Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo) - Hotels

Cusco - Hotels

Sacred Valley - Hotels

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  • Rubber boots are provided by your Amazon lodge. There are size limits for the following lodges in the Amazon.
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    Reserva Amazonica: Sizes 32-46
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