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A Taste of Peru November 8 – 16, 2008 The University of Scranton Alumni Society Presents A Taste of Peru November 8 – 16, 2008 Urubamba to the "Lost City of the Incas," Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 PERU... Home to one of the earliest and most advanced civilizations in the feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi­tropical Western Hemisphere... Under the rule of powerful kings, an incredible jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale people known as the Incas amassed an empire that built systems of winding University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca "Virgins of the mountain roads, remarkable cities, and an unforgettable legacy. One is still Sun" took refuge from the Spanish Conquistadors here. Guided tour of mystified today by their amazing accomplishments, as can be seen at the the ruins upon arrival. Lunch is at the Orient Express’ Sanctuary Lodge hidden and fascinating Machu Picchu... located just a few steps from the Inca citadel. Return to the hotel in Aguas Calientes. (Meals: B­L) Join us in this exciting and fun travel experience, and take a trip back in time and Day 4 ­Machu Picchu to Cusco explore the roots of an ancient civilization that left behind some of the most interesting and Second day in Machu Picchu. Take the bus from Aguas Calientes to awe­inspiring constructions in the world... Machu Picchu for some time and discoveries of magnificent ruins on your own or to hike Don’t miss this once in a lifetime the steep stone­paved trail of Huayna opportunity. Picchu, the pyramid­shape mountain above Machu Picchu for a breathtaking view of the Your deposit is due by January 31, 2008 site, or stroll to the Inca Bridge a secret entrance used by the Inca's army or walk $2,699 per person double toward the Inca Trail to find the historic $2,599 per person triple Intipunku or Sun Gate. Bus fee, entrance $3,275 per person single fees are included as well as services of a guide. Late afternoon return to Airport Taxes $88 per person addt’l Cusco. (Meals: B) Package includes roundtrip air, hotel, and features as stated in Day 5 ­ Cusco the itinerary. Transfers to NY Airport for Scranton Area passengers will be available at an additional cost. Today enjoy a light tour of Cusco and Nearby Ruins. Visitors are caught up in the excitement of touring the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, a ITINERARY delightful combination of Inca and colonial architecture. Visits landmarks such us Cusco's Cathedral, Santo Domingo Church, Plaza de Armas and Day 1 ­ New York to Lima Koricancha “The Temple of the Sun”. Visits also include the nearby ruins of Kenko, Puca­Pucara, Tambomachay as well as the Sacsayhuaman Arrival in Lima, the "City of Kings" Fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture. Return to famous for its Spanish Colonial hotel. Tonight enjoy a dinner and Show at Cava Rafael or a similar architecture, extraordinary museums restaurant. (Meals:B­D) and cuisine. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to Day 6 ­ Cusco the hotel and in registering. (Meals: ­) Free day in Cusco to enjoy this beautiful city Day 2 ­ Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley and for shopping opportunities. (Meals: B) Transfer to the airport for a short but spectacular flight over the Day 7 ­ Cusco / Lima snowcapped Andes to the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, Cusco, at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist Morning flight to Lima, and transfer to the you in transferring Sacred Valley for mid morning arrival. Drive through hotel. This afternoon you will enjoy a tour of the fertile countryside of the Urubamba Valley to the colonial village of Modern and Colonial Lima including the Pisac where an Indian Market takes place Tuesdays, Thursdays and world famous Larco Museum – this tour visits Sundays. During your visit to the bustling marketplace you will have the both the colonial and modern sections of opportunity to bargain with the natives for many different types of Lima. Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Peruvian handicrafts and jewelry. Continue to the Ollantaytambo Mayor, the Government Palace, San Archaeological Complex, the Incas built it as a fort that included a Francisco Church and the exquisite Torre temple, agricultural terraces, and an urban area. There are two distinct Tagle Palace, modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In sectors: The religious and worship zone, modern Lima, drive along the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and the residential area. Ollantaytambo and San Isidro. Continue to the Larco Museum, founded in 1926, it was an important administrative center displays remarkable chronological galleries providing an excellent with probable military functions if one overview on 3000 years of development of Peruvian pre­Columbian considers the walls and towers. The town history. Located in a unique vice­royal mansion of the 18th century built of Ollantaytambo is called a "Living Inca over a 7th century pre­Columbian pyramid is surrounded by beautiful Town" since the inhabitants maintain very gardens. The Larco Museum also features the finest gold and silver old practices and customs. Lunch is at a beautiful country estate on the collection from Ancient Peru and the famous erotic archaeological shores of the Urubamba River. (Meals: B­L) collection, one of the most visited Peruvian tourist attractions. Free time in the afternoon for shopping and/or Day 3 ­Macchu Picchu other personal interests. (Meals: B) After breakfast, transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station for your Day 8 ­ Lima /HOME morning train ride on VistaDome (first class) through the sacred valley of Transfer to the airport, connect to Lima for your flight home. (Meals: B) HOTELS PLANNED TO BE USED Lima ­ Sonesta Posada Del Inca Olivar Sacred Valley ­ Posada Del Inca Yucay Cusco ­ Novotel Machu Picchu ­ Hatuchay Tower Above hotels or similar ones will be used. Disclaimer Dates, schedules, costs and program details are accurate based on information received by The University of Scranton Alumni Society, but are subject to change over time. The University of Scranton, through its Alumni Society, provides the service of facilitating unique travel opportunities for its alumni and friends. Though the Alumni Society works with its travel suppliers to offer interesting and educational trips, please remember that the University does not conduct tours, nor does it act as an agent for guests interested in tours nor for travel companies or service providers, such as airlines, resorts, hotels, carriers or other persons or firms providing any service or facility in connection with this travel program. The Alumni Society instead functions as a facilitator with tour suppliers, with whom our travelers make arrangements for completing travel. We are pleased to act as a liaison with tour suppliers should you have any questions before, during or after a tour. The Alumni Society encourages you to familiarize yourself with each tour supplier's cancellation and refund policy, and also to investigate other services such as trip cancellation insurance. The University is not responsible for changes to trips or travel arrangements, not for losses or additional expenses resulting from travel and disclaims all responsibility and liability for the same. TERMS and CONDITIONS Deposit: $300 per person non­refundable deposit is required to proceed. An additional deposit of $300 per person is required April 30, 2008. Final Payment is due August 30, 2008. Documentation: A valid passport with 7 months of validity from point of entry is required of U.S. citizens for travel. If the traveler is a non­US citizen, it is the traveler's responsibility to obtain necessary documentation and/or applicable visas prior to departure. Travel and Trip Interruption Insurance: Available only at the time of initial deposit, and recommended: $150 per person. Cancellation: All deposits are non refundable. Final balance payments have the following cancellation penalties: within 60 to 31 days of departure date 50%. Within 30 to 15 days of departure date 75%. No refunds can be given for cancellation within 14 days of departure date. Unused tour features are neither refundable nor exchangeable once the tour is in progress. To protect your travel investment, we recommend Travel & Trip Interruption Insurance. Tour prices do not include items not specified above: such as passport or visa costs if applicable, meals that are not included in tour, tips, laundry, mineral water, excess baggage, and items of purely personal nature. Peru has a government determined departure tax (of about $25, and subject to change without notice), and it is the clients' responsibility to pay that locally at the time of departure from Peru. Your $300 per person deposit is due immediately to guarantee. First come/first served basis/based on availability. Please make checks payable to AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL. Send deposit with coupon to: Robert R. Zelno, Director of Alumni Relations, University of Scranton, Scranton, PA 18510 For Information Call: 1­800­SCRANTON or e­mail: [email protected] Reservation Coupon (Peru) Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (As it appears on Passport) Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: _________________________________________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _________________ Phone: (Day) ____________________ ( Evening)
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