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CONTENTS OF THIS DOSSIER TRIP SUMMARY
2 ..... Contents, about us & trip summary DAY 1: Meet & greet at airport, private transfer to hotel 3 ..... Guide price and inclusions DAY 2: A tour of Lima & the Larco Herrera Museum 4 ..... Day by day detailed itinerary DAY 3: Flight to Arequipa, afternoon at leisure 22 ... Detailed accommodation information DAY 4: Discover Arequipa & the Santa Catalina Monastery 29 ... Recommended reading list DAY 5: Drive on high mountain passes to the Colca Canyon 30 ... Booking conditions DAY 6: A day at leisure in an idyllic setting DAY 7: Condor spotting & spectacular journey to Puno ABOUT OUR COMPANY DAY 8: Lake Titicaca floating islands & Taquile DAY 9: Epic overland bus journey to Cusco As one of the UK’s leading, independent and family owned Latin DAY 10: Cusco & nearby archeological sites America tour specialists our focus is on well thought through DAY 11: Exploring the ancient sites of the Sacred Valley private and tailor made adventures. Our emphasis is very much on creating the right trip for you and we work closely with you in order DAY 12: The salt ponds of Maras & terraces of Moray to achieve this. We use our experience and knowledge to ensure DAY 13: The Vistadome train to Machu Picchu & tour your trip to Latin America is a trip of a lifetime! DAY 14: Second entrance to Machu Picchu & return train DAY 15: Private transfer to the airport for departure
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GUIDE PRICE TAILOR MADE £2297 per person* THIS PRICE IS BASED ON MID SEASON RATES AND TWO PEOPLE SHARING ONE ROOM. *Prices vary by date, flight prices, the number of people in your party and what tours, services and level of accommodation you choose to include. Please contact us for a firm quote.
Please remember that INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR as this is a private tour we can tailor this trip to ✓ All accommodation meet your requirements ✓ All internal flights ✓ All tours as specified in the itinerary ✓ All transfers & transportation PROTECTION ✓ All meals as specified in the itinerary ✓ All national park entrance fees ✓ All other entrance fees ✓ 24 hour emergency assistance ✓ 100% financial protection with our ATOL license (10287) and ABTA membership (Y1699) ✓ Our exclusive 100+ page trip guidebook, personalised to your trip ✓ Full support from your dedicated Latin America specialist
✘ NOT INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR All our tours come with ✘ International flights - we CAN include these for you, please just ask us for a quote. the guarantee and ✘ Travel insurance to cover any medical treatment - we recommend Citybond Suretravel. ✘ Discretionary gratuities to drivers and guides. peace of mind of full protection of any monies paid to us
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DAY 1 OVERNIGHT
JOSE ANTONIO DELUXE ✭ ✭ ✭ ARRIVAL TO LIMA ROOM TYPE: STANDARD MEET & GREET AT THE AIRPORT & PRIVATE TRANSFER TO HOTEL A large high rise hotel with an attractive rooftop pool, superb facilities, smart modern interiors and On arrival to Lima you will be met at the airport by your English speaking guide and a great location in the centre of Lima. driver who will welcome you to Peru, help you with your luggage and take you by private transfer straight to your hotel. The drive takes about 45 minutes depending on traffic.
The rest of the afternoon and evening is at leisure.
Lima at sunset Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Calle Bellavista 133, Miraflores, Lima 18 MEALS INCLUDED: None today
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DAY 2 OVERNIGHT LIMA & THE LARCO HERRERA MUSEUM JOSE ANTONIO DELUXE ✭ ✭ ✭ ROOM TYPE: STANDARD A HALF DAY SHARED TOUR OF THE ‘CITY OF KINGS’ A large high rise hotel with an attractive rooftop pool, superb facilities, smart modern interiors and This morning you will be picked up at your hotel to begin your half day guided tour a great location in the centre of Lima. of Lima. Start travelling towards the historic centre passing through the bustling district of Miraflores and the upmarket residential district of San Isidro. You will pass by a “huaca” which is a sacred pre-Inca site. The first stop on the tour will be at Lima’s historic main plaza. Here you will find the impressive government palace, city hall and cathedral which are all fine examples of Lima’s colonial architecture. After this you continue to the 17th century San Francisco Convent and visit the ancient underground catacombs. After this continue to the Larco Herrera Museum in the Pueblo Libre district. This attractive 18th century mansion now houses an impressive permanent collection of ancient artefacts including, pottery, ceramic art and jewellery which provide an important insight into pre-Columbian history. At the end of the tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Calle Bellavista 133, Miraflores, Lima 18
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
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DAY 3 OVERNIGHT
HOTEL LA HOSTERIA ✭ ✭ ✭ JOURNEY TO AREQUIPA ROOM TYPE: SUPERIOR FLIGHT FROM LIMA TO AREQUIPA ‘THE WHITE CITY’ A charming, family run place located in the heart of Arequipa with bags of character, a pretty inner After breakfast this morning you will be met at your hotel and taken by private courtyard, and impressive roman baths. transfer to the airport (about 1 hour) for your direct flight to Arequipa.
Exact flight schedules to confirmed, flight duration approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
On arrival to Arequipa you will be met at the airport by your private guide and driver and taken by private transfer to your hotel (about 30 minutes). The rest of the afternoon and evening is at leisure.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Simon Bolivar 405, Arequipa, Peru SUGGESTION : If you are looking for somewhere for lunch we recommend the Zig Zag restaurant - a fantastic affordable Peruvian restaurant with excellent reviews housed in an attractive two-story colonial house. It is also only a short walk from your hotel.
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HOTEL LA HOSTERIA ✭ ✭ ✭ AREQUIPA SHARED TOUR ROOM TYPE: SUPERIOR A SHARED TOUR OF AREQUIPA & THE SANTA CATALINA MONASTERY A charming, family run place located in the heart of Arequipa with bags of character, a pretty inner This morning you will be met at your hotel by your guide for your tour of Arequipa, courtyard, and impressive roman baths. the Ciudad blanca (white city). Start by walking to the main square in the historic heart of the city. You will visit the magnificent Iglesia de la Compañia de Jesús. This church has a beautiful Baroque facade and is meticulously decorated inside with coloured murals. Continue to the districts of Carmen Alto and Yanahuara, including a visit to the famous viewpoint where you get a spectacular view of Arequipa including the the Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanoes beyond. After this head back to the historic centre to the extraordinary Santa Catalina Monastery which was originally founded in 1579 by a small group of clergy. Your guide will take you on a tour of the extensive buildings which also contain one of the largest holdings of colonial art in the Americas.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Simon Bolivar 405, Arequipa, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
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DAY 5 OVERNIGHT
COLCA LODGE ✭ ✭ ✭ ✭ JOURNEY TO THE COLCA CANYON ROOM TYPE: STANDARD SHARED TRIP FROM AREQUIPA TO THE COLCA CANYON A fantastic lodge in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The natural hot springs along the river and You are met at your hotel early this morning to begin your journey inland towards surrounding scenery make for a magical setting. the Colca Canyon. This spectacular drive across high mountain passes provides dramatic scenery of snow covered volcanoes, quaint villages and vast plateaus.You will stop along the way at the Aguada Blanca National Reserve where you can see herds of Guanaco, Alpaca and Vicuña. Continue to the Mirador de los Andes lookout point in Patapampa. From this point at 4900 metres in altitude there are fantastic views of the many volcanos surrounding Arequipa such as Hualca Hualca, Sabancaya and Ampato. After this you descend in altitude to the town of Chivay (3600 metres) where you can see the impressive pre-Inca agricultural terraces and platforms built by the ancient Collagua and Cabana people. After lunch in a local restaurant you will be dropped at your hotel. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings or take a trip to the hot springs. Dinner at your hotel. The total driving time today is about 4 hours.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Fundo Puye, Yanque, Caylloma Valle del Colca
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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DAY 6 OVERNIGHT COLCA CANYON COLCA LODGE ✭ ✭ ✭ ✭ ROOM TYPE: STANDARD A DAY AT LEISURE TO RELAX OR EXPLORE INDEPENDENTLY A fantastic lodge in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The natural hot springs along the river and Today is a free day to relax in your hotel or take an optional additional excursion. surrounding scenery make for a magical setting. Why not make the most of the excellent spa facilities at the lodge and indulge in a hot rock massage! You could also visit the beautiful natural hot springs in this pristine and serene environment. Hiking, horse riding and mountain biking are all also available.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Fundo Puye, Yanque, Caylloma Valle del Colca MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
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DAY 7 OVERNIGHT CONDOR CROSS & JOURNEY TO PUNO POSADA DEL INCA PUNO ✭ ✭ ✭ ROOM TYPE: STANDARD WITH VIEW CONDOR SPOTTING & SPECTACULAR BUS RIDE TO LAKE TITICACA A comfortable no frills hotel with a lovely tranquil location by the side of the lake offering pleasant Early this morning you will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the Mirador de la views and easy access to the floating islands. Cruz del Condor (Condor Cross Lookout). This is considered to be one of the best spots in the world to see the huge Andean Condor which is an otherwise rare bird on the verge of extinction. From this lookout there is a fantastic view across one of the world’s deepest canyons. You will also visit the historic church in Yanque and several other viewpoints including the Lito models and hanging tombs. After this you will be taken to the bus station to catch the dedicated tourist bus to Puno for Lake Titicaca. The journey to Puno will take about 6 hours including 3 stops of about 10 minutes each. The first stop is at Patapampa for a scenic lookout. The second stop will by at Chucura Volcano and the third stop will be in Lagunillas. On arrival to the private bus station in Puno you will be met and taken by private transfer to your lake side hotel.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Sesquicentenario 610, Sector Huaje, Puno, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
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DAY 8 OVERNIGHT
POSADA DEL INCA PUNO ✭ ✭ ✭ FULL DAY TOUR OF LAKE TITICACA ROOM TYPE: STANDARD WITH VIEW A DAY BOAT TOUR OF THE FLOATING UROS & TAQUILE ISLANDS A comfortable no frills hotel with a lovely tranquil location by the side of the lake offering pleasant You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the dock to board a boat for a full views and easy access to the floating islands. day’s tour of the beautiful Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. The boat is shared with other passengers but you will have your own private guide for the day. The first stop will be at the fascinating floating Uros islands. These 40 small islands are made entirely of the tortora reeds that are found in the lake and inhabited by the cheerful Uros people. They will show you their traditional way of life. Re-board the boat and travel across the tranquil waters of the lake to the picturesque Taquile Island. Learn about the ancient Quechua traditions and their beautiful hand woven fabrics and textiles which have been reognised by UNESCO as a world intangible cultural heritage. Enjoy panoramic views from the top of the island and Inca terraces filled with local flowers and crops. A traditional lunch is prepared for you by one of the locals before you board the boat to take you back to Puno and your hotel. The tour will last for about 8 hours.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Sesquicentenario 610, Sector Huaje, Puno, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
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DAY 9 OVERNIGHT
EL RETABLO ✭ ✭ ✭ EPIC BUS JOURNEY TO CUSCO ROOM TYPE: SUPERIOR SPECTACULAR ANDEAN LANDSCAPES ON THIS ICONIC ROUTE A colourful little bed and breakfast with beautifully painted interiors on bright white walls, located just After breakfast you will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the private bus a couple of blocks from Cusco’s main square. terminal to board the dedicated tourist bus for your journey across the high Andean plateau to the ancient city of Cusco. Departure is at 07:30am. There are a couple of stops along the way and lunch is included. The bus holds 44 people and there is a bilingual guide on board who will offer some commentary and escort you on the scheduled stops. The first stop is at the La Raya Pass which is the highest point along the journey at 4300 metres above sea level. From here there are fantastic views of the surrounding Andean landscapes and the Chimboya Glacier. The next stop is at Raqchi where you can explore the impressive mud and stone constructions of the Temple of Wiracocha. The final stop before reaching Cusco is at the Andahuaylillas church, a beautiful and ornate 17th century church decorated in elaborate gold leaf ornaments, countless murals and paintings. Arrival to Cusco is approximately 05:00pm. Private transfer from the bus station to your hotel.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Ese 343, Cusco 08000, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
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DAY 10 OVERNIGHT
EL RETABLO ✭ ✭ ✭ CUSCO & NEARBY RUINS ROOM TYPE: SUPERIOR A SHARED TOUR OF CUSCO AND THE NEARBY ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES A colourful little bed and breakfast with beautifully painted interiors on bright white walls, located just This morning you will be picked up at your hotel after breakfast to begin the half a couple of blocks from Cusco’s main square. day tour of Cusco, the imperial Inca city. You start the tour at one of the most impressive buildings in the historic centre of Cusco, the Qoricancha (golden temple). At the time of the Inca empire this temple was dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and the interior walls were once completely covered in gold. From here you stroll through Cusco’s main plaza and visit the impressive cathedral which contains an exquisite collection of 17th and 18th century paintings by the Cusco school of painters. After this we drive slightly outside of the city to the nearby ruins of Tambo Machay, an old Inca system of aqueducts and canals. You also visit Quenko, a religious site where sacrifices and mummification took place, and Puka Pukara the red fortress. End the tour by visiting the spectacular Sacsayhuaman, an ancient citadel built using enormous stones. From here there is a great view over Cusco. After the tour you will be returned to your hotel.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Ese 343, Cusco 08000, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
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DAY 11 OVERNIGHT
PAKARITAMPU ✭ ✭ ✭ COLOURS OF THE SACRED VALLEY ROOM TYPE: STANDARD A FULL DAY’S SHARED TOUR OF CHINCHERO & OLLANTAYTAMBO A fantastic option in Ollantaytambo with rustic but cosy rooms, a great location and beautifully kept This morning you will be picked up to start your full day shared tour of the Sacred gardens with excellent mountain views! Valley of the Incas. Start by visiting the picturesque Andean village of Chinchero. Chinchero is famous for the colourful textiles produced by the local people using the traditional weaving technique. You will visit a local artisan to learn about the traditional crafts. After this you will visit the nearby Inca ruins that date from the 15th Century as well as one of the most beautiful traditional churches in the area. Continue along the road to Ollantaytambo, stopping at a viewpoint for a magnificent view of the valley. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. After lunch you continue to Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca town. You will visit the archeological complex located above the town on a mountain which was an old Inca fort. After this you can explore the narrow streets and original Inca walls of the town below and visit a local market. You will be dropped at your hotel after the tour.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Av Ferrocarril, Ollantaytambo, Peru
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Lunch
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Landscapes of the Sacred Valley
Exploring the Sacred Valley of the Incas
Ollantaytambo fortress
Maras Moray
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PAKARITAMPU ✭ ✭ ✭ MARAS & MORAY ROOM TYPE: STANDARD A HALF DAY’S SHARED TOUR OF MARAS & MORAY A fantastic option in Ollantaytambo with rustic but cosy rooms, a great location and beautifully kept After breakfast you will be met at your hotel by your guide to begin your shared tour gardens with excellent mountain views! of two of the Sacred Valley’s most iconic sites. You begin by visiting the archeological site of Moray. This is a system of impressive circular terraces that descend down 150 metres. The special shape of the terraces create a temperature difference between the top and the bottom of as much as 15 degrees centigrade. Therefore it is thought they were used by the Incas as a testing ground for different crops. After this you continue to the Salinas de Maras (the salt ponds of Maras). This is a salt mine that has been in use since the time of Incas and is still in operation today. These ancient salt ponds are terraced down the side of the mountain and create a striking image. Your guide will explain the history of these fascinating ponds and how they are still used today. On the way back to your hotel after the tour you will stop at a viewpoint above the valley for a great view.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Av Ferrocarril, Ollantaytambo, Peru
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DAY 13 OVERNIGHT VISTADOME TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU EL MAPI HOTEL ✭ ✭ ✭ ROOM TYPE: SUPERIOR DELUXE A CLASSIC TRAIN JOURNEY TO MACHU PICCHU Conveniently located a short walk from where you take the bus to Machu Picchu, El Mapi is a reliable After breakfast in your hotel you will be picked up and taken to the Ollantaytambo choice in Aguas Calientes. We love the bar! train station to begin your journey to Machu Picchu on board the Vistadome train. The Vistadome train features large windows on the side and on the ceiling of the train allowing for a panoramic view of the breathtaking scenery. The journey through the Urubamba valley takes 1 hour 40 minutes before arriving at Aguas Calientes, the town just below the ruins. A light snack is served on board.
SHARED TOUR OF MACHU PICCHU
On arrival you will be met by your local tour guide who will accompany you onto the bus which takes you up the mountain to the Machu Picchu archeological site (30 minute bus journey). Hidden in the Eastern Andes mountains, the Holy City of Machu Picchu is an extraordinary example of ancient Inca architecture and engineering. Built in a seemingly impossible location on the side of a jagged mountain Machu Picchu is Peru’s most iconic sight. Your local guide will show you around the citadel and explain to you it’s intriguing and mysterious history. A buffet lunch is included. After the tour there is some time for you to explore the site on your own before you are taken by bus back down the mountain and shown to your hotel. Dinner is included at your hotel.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
NEED TO KNOW: Due to limited storage space on the train each person is only allowed to Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked take one small backpack. This means for tonight when you stay in Aguas Calientes you will ADDRESS: Avenida Pachacutec 109, Aguas Calientes, Peru only have access to this bag. The remainder of your luggage will be transferred from your hotel in the Sacred Valley to your hotel in the Cusco and it will be there waiting for you when you arrive the following day.
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Passing through the Sacred Valley
On board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu!
On board
Inside the Vistadome train At the station
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DAY 14 OVERNIGHT
QUINTA SAN BLAS ✭ ✭ ✭ MACHU PICCHU & TRAIN TO CUSCO ROOM TYPE: DELUXE SECOND ENTRANCE TO MACHU PICCHU A simple but quirky little boutique hotel located in the arty neighbourhood of San Blas. A great base Today we have included a second entrance ticket to Machu Picchu so you have the from which to explore Cusco! opportunity to explore the site once more. Those with moderate fitness and who are not afraid of heights can choose to climb Huayna Picchu for excellent panoramic views of the entire site. If you would like to climb Huayna Picchu please let us know in advance because we will need to get you a permit. Permits are limited and in some cases they may be sold out for that day. For Huayna Picchu we would also need to book one of two daily slots, either 07:00am or 10:00am.
RETURN TRAIN JOURNEY TO CUSCO
In the afternoon take the train for the 3 hour 50 minute journey back to Cusco Poroy station from where you will be greeted and taken by private transfer to your hotel.
The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked ADDRESS: Calle Carmen Alto 218, Cusco 08000, Peru MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & snack on train
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Panorama of Machu Picchu
“Few romances can ever surpass that of the granite citadel on top of the beetling precipices of Machu Picchu, the crown of Inca Land” Hiram Bingham Machu Picchu
Watch out for the llamas! Machu Picchu from above
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DAY 15 OVERNIGHT DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
Check-out and private transfer from your hotel to the airport (about 30 minutes) for your return international flight.
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OVERNIGHT FLIGHT MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
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LA HOSTERIA ✭✭✭ AREQUIPA - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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La Hosteria is a small guesthouse located in the heart of the historic centre of !!Mbvoesz!tfswjdf! Arequipa. It is just opposite the Santa Catalina Monastery and only a couple of !!Mjwjoh!sppn! minutes walk from the main square. One of the best features of this hotel is the beautiful roman bath with exposed brick walls and a vaulted ceiling. The hotel is a !!Psuipqfejd!nbuusfttft!!!! renovated colonial house and retains it’s traditional architecture and charm. Another great feature is the colourful open air courtyard and there are also several terraces !!Dbcmf!UW!!!!!!!! where guests can relax. From one of the terraces there is a good view of the El Misti !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! volcano. Some of the rooms can be quite small, so we always recommend the superior category. They come well equipped with private ensuite bathrooms, a hairdryer, minibar, safe and cable TV. Some of the rooms have small balconies too. Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked Other facilities include a coffee shop and a bar. A fantastic hotel for the price! ADDRESS: Simon Bolivar 405, Arequipa, Peru
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COLCA LODGE ✭✭✭✭ COLCA CANYON - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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The Colca Lodge is located in a secluded valley sheltered by pre-Inca terraced !!Jo.sppn!ifbujoh!tztufn! hillsides along the banks of the Colca River. The lodge was constructed with all local !!Mpvohf!boe!gjsfqmbdf! materials in a traditional and environmentally conscious way using stone, mud bricks and thatch. The large rooms are heated by solar power and an innovative geological !!Uisff!sftubvsbout! heating system with locally woven llama and alpaca blankets providing an extra layer of warmth. All rooms feature breathtaking views across the valley from private !!Usflljoh!'!dzdmjoh! terraces and are furnished in a rustic but comfortable style. The main building features a cosy fireplace and there are three restaurants on site serving thoughtfully !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! designed Andean dishes. There is also a spa and four pools of natural hot springs !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked down at the edge of the Colca River. Guests can unwind in the thermal mineral water ADDRESS: Fundo Puye, Yanque, Caylloma Valle del Colca whilst enjoying a glass of wine and watching the stars appear in the Southern Andean sky.
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POSADA DEL INCA PUNO ✭✭✭ LAKE TITICACA - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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Posada del Inca Puno is one of a small chain of Peruvian hotels with several !!Ibjs!eszfs!! properties around the country. This hotel offers particularly good value for money !!Hjgu!tipq! with a great lakeside location. Rooms are a bit bland design wise but come well equipped with all the modern amenities including individually controlled heating, !!Dvssfodz!fydibohf! wifi, a safe, cable TV, ensuite bathrooms and sound proofed windows. Most rooms come with views of the lake. The main restaurant and bar called Inkafe is where a !!Mbvoesz!tfswjdf!! buffet breakfast and dinner is served. Huge floor to ceiling windows provide a great !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! view of the lake which is particularly impressive at sunrise or sunset. Other services include a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, a laundry service and room service !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! from 05:00am until 10:00pm at night. The hotel also has it’s own private dock Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked allowing easy access to the lake and the floating islands. ADDRESS: Sesquicentenario 610, Sector Huaje, Puno, Peru
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EL RETABLO ✭✭✭ CUSCO - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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El Retablo is a unique bed and breakfast in Cusco, a completely renovated historic !!Tnbsu!UW! building that has been given a new lease of life as a colourful boutique hotel. The !!Ebjmz!ipvtflffqjoh! hotel celebrates the ‘El Retablo’ which is a form of Andean folk art that consists of different figurines in brightly painted portable boxes. All of the interiors are !!35!ipvs!sfdfqujpo! beautifully painted with intricate patterns on white walls. The main hub of the hotel is the garden patio which makes a great place to gather and relax. There is also an !!Qsjwbuf!cbuisppnt!xjui!tipxfs! additional interior lounge where a hearty breakfast is served daily. Each of the cosy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! rooms feature luxury bed linen and handwoven tapestries along with the essential comforts of heating and private bathrooms. The superior deluxe rooms are slightly !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! larger and also benefit from great views over the rooftops of Cusco. The hotel is just Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked a couple of blocks from the main square, an easy walk down a cobbled street. ADDRESS: Ese 343, Cusco 08000, Peru
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PAKARITAMPU ✭✭✭ SACRED VALLEY - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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The word Pakaritampu is derived from the indigenous Quechua language with !!Dbcmf!UW! ‘pakari’ meaning dawn and ‘tampu’ meaning home. Decorated in soothing terra-cotta !!Sftubvsbou!'!Cbs! colours and warmed inside by real fires, this homely hotel certainly lives up to it’s name. It is located in the small town of Ollantaytambo just a few minutes walk from !!CCR!bsfb!!! the train station where you catch the train to Machu Picchu and the town centre where you will find a number of shops and restaurants. This convenient location is !!Hjgu!tipq!! combined with a lovely setting in beautifully kept grounds and gardens. From the gardens there are views to the mountains and parts of the Ollantaytambo ruins. It is a !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! peaceful and quiet spot where llamas can often be seen wandering through the !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! gardens. The rooms are slightly basic, but come with everything you need to feel Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked comfortable such as private bathrooms, hot water and plenty of bedding to keep you ADDRESS: Av Ferrocarril, Ollantaytambo, Peru warm! There are several comfortable indoor lounges and a nice bar and restaurant.
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EL MAPI HOTEL ✭✭✭ AGUAS CALIENTES - PERU FANTASTIC FOR ...
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◥Uif!usfoez!dpdlubjm!cbs!jt!b!qpqvmbs!qmbdf!up!tqfoe!uif!fwfojoh!bgufs!b!ebz◢t! !!Xfmdpnf!dpdlubjm! tjhiu!tffjoh!bu!Nbdiv!Qjddiv◤! !!Dbgf!boe!sftubvsbou!! !!Obuvsbm!ifscbm!cbuisppn!upjmfusjft! The El Mapi hotel is situated in the heart of the busy village of Aguas Calientes just a few minutes walk from the handicrafts market and where the buses depart for Machu !!Dpuupo!cbui!spcft! Picchu. This stylish hotel has a sleek, minimal design and the floor to ceiling windows at the front of the building are attractively decorated with dried eucalyptus !!Cmbdlpvu!dvsubjot!! branches. The smart rooms come with a small seating area, cotton bath robes, !!Gmbu!tdsffo!UW(t!jo!sppn natural herbal toiletries and large windows allowing for ample natural light. The cafe serves enormous buffet breakfasts and the restaurant prepares locally sourced organic food as well as snacks, tapas and canapés. The atmosphere is friendly and laid back and in the evenings most of the guests congregate in the lively cocktail bar Photos for guidance only & not necessarily the room booked to sip Pisco Sours and share their day’s experiences. ADDRESS: Avenida Pachacutec 109, Aguas Calientes, Peru
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THE CONQUEST OF THE INCAS - John Hemming DISCOVERING THE INCA ICE MAIDEN - Johan Reinhard One of the most classic books on Peruvian history, this is Hemming’s account of how Pizarro, the Spanish A short account of Johan Reinhard’s 1995 discovery of conquistador conquered Peru in the 1530’s. At 640 a 500 year old frozen mummy of a young Inca girl pages it is a long but eminently readable book. An whilst he was climbing the Ampato volcano. This essential read for history buffs! important discovery can be seen today in Arequipa. The book includes excellent colour photographs. LOST CITY OF THE INCAS - Hiram Bingham THE BLUE HOUR - Alonso Cueto Originally published in the 1950’s this is the travelogue by the Yale historian who discovered the “lost city” Cueto is one of Peru’s most acclaimed contemporary otherwise known as Machu Picchu in 1911. A writers. This book from 2013 won a handful of fascinating account of the discovery of one of the prestigious literary awards and was translated into world’s great archeological sites. English. Set around the time of the war against the Shining Path Guerrillas in Peru, it is a thought DEATH IN THE ANDES - Mario Vargas Llosa provoking but sometimes difficult read.
Mario Vargas Llosa is often described as one of Peru’s PERU: THE TRAVELER’S WILDLIFE GUIDE - David and Latin America’s greatest novelists. This book is Pearson part detective novel, part political allegory. By exploring history, culture and local customs, Llosa offers us an A useful handbook and survey of Peru’s flora and fauna insight into Peruvian society. A classic page turner! including many illustrations for identification purposes. The biologist author also includes notes on RED APRIL - Santiago Roncagliolo, Edith Grossman conservation, habitats, national parks and reserves. (translator) THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES - Ernesto Che Guevara Another chilling political thriller set in the town of Ayacucho in the lead up to Easter. Roncagliolo uses One of the most famous pieces of Latin American the fictional story to excavate the darker side of his literature, this is the journal kept by Che Guevara as he country’s culture and politics. Complicated in parts but set out from his home in Buenos Aires to travel the still a rewarding read. continent. Much of the story is set in Peru. A touching and romantic tale of youth, travel and discovery. If there is one book you read, make it this one!
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YOUR CONTRACT IS WITH HEADSEAST LTD (UK company number 6717612) a We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y1699. We are obliged to maintain a Member of ABTA (membership number Y1699) and holder of ATOL license 10287, high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an trading as “The Latin America Travel Company. arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract. The scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It is a simple and inexpensive When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you for costs. The accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist upper limit on claims is £5,000 per person and £25,000 per booking form. The scheme as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of doesn’t apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per Northern Ireland if you wish to do so. person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. For injury and illness claims, 2) YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. 4) YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE
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