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Peru: Land of the Inca
Tour length: 9 - 11 days
Discover the cultural and scientific achievements of Peru’s lost Inca civilization. Begin in Lima, Peru’s capital, home to notable museums and landmarks, including the Plaza de Armas. Explore Cuzco, known as the Archaeological Capital of the Americas. Delve into the mysterious “lost city” of Machu Picchu, filled with architectural wonders and stunning natural beauty, to discover the Incas’ impressive scientific achievements, including an elaborate road system.
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The starting price for this tour is: $2,255

Day 1 Fly to Peru

Arrive in Lima

Day 2 Lima

Take a guided tour of Lima:
  • Government Palace
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Huaca Huallamarca
  • San Francisco Monastery

  • Visit the National Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

    Day 3 Lima • Cuzco

    Fly to Cuzco
    Take a guided tour of Cuzco:
  • Korikancha Temple
  • Cuzco Cathedral

  • Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress
    Take a guided tour of Inca sites:
  • Tambomachay
  • Kenko
  • Puca Pucara
  • Day 4 Pisac • Ollantaytambo • Cuzco

    Visit the Indian market in Pisac
    Visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas
    Visit Ollantaytambo

    Day 5 Machu Picchu

    Travel by train to Machu Picchu
    Visit Machu Picchu

    Day 6 Machu Picchu • Cuzco

    Take a morning walk in Machu Picchu
    Return by train to Cuzco

    Day 7 Cuzco

    Enjoy a free day in Cuzco
    Optional: River rafting on the Urubamba River (Seasonal: April - September)

    Days 8-9 Cuzco • Lima • Depart for home

    Fly to Lima
    Board overnight flight for home

    2-DAY TOUR EXTENSION:

    Day 8 Puerto Maldonado • Rainforest

    Fly to Puerto Maldonado
    Travel by boat to an area lodge

    Day 9 Amazon

    Experiential learning: Participate in cultural and nature activities*

    Days 10-11 Lima • Depart for home

    Travel to Puerto Maldonado
    Fly to Lima
    Board overnight flight for home

     

    * PLEASE NOTE: Business visits, experiential learning activities and lectures will be scheduled subject to availability and confirmed prior to departure date.