ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE OF: THE KINGDOM OF THE CHACHAPOYAS CHACHAPOYAS (06 days / 05 nights)

Price from US$549.00 per person Brief Itinerary

Day 01: … / Jaen / Chachapoyas

✓ Arrival to Jaen and transfer in to Chachapoyas;

Day 02: Chachapoyas -

✓ Full-day tour to Kuelap Fortress by cable car;

Day 03: Chachapoyas - Gotca

✓ Full-day tour to Gotca Waterfall;

Day 04: Chachapoyas - Karajia & Quiocta

✓ Full-day tour to Karajia Sarcophagi and Quiocta Caverns;

Day 05: Chachapoyas - & Leymebamaba

✓ Full-day tour to Revash Mausoleum and Leymebamba Museum; Day 06: Chachapoyas / Jaen /….

✓ Transfer out for departure flight; Day #1 Chachapoyas| With wild, unspoiled landscapes and important historical sites, this is true ‘Indiana Jones’ territory

Arrive in Jaen, known as the Land of the Brave Bracamoros, reception and transfer to selected hotel in Chachapoyas. Overshadowed by the Incas in popular knowledge, the ruled over a large area of what is now the Amazonas region of northern . The name Chachapoya was likely given to the group by their Inca conquerors, derived from a Quechua phrase meaning “cloud forest”. On the way you will see the large plains of rice in the province of Uctubamba, you will also pass through the hottest city of the Amazon region Bagua Grande. Afternoon arrival to Chachapoyas after an approximately 4 hours drive. (None) Day #2 Kuelap| Many consider it to be the second most impressive ruin complex in Peru, known as The of the North

In the morning you will explore the ancient fortress of the Chachapoyas known as Kuelap. a magnificent Pre-Inca fortress which many consider it to be the second most impressive ruin complex in Peru after Machu Picchu, with a parallel drawn between the stunning settings of the two archaeological sites. Moreover, it is the largest ancient stone structure in . Embraced by the dense forest of the Andean mountains, Kuelap fortress pays testament to a pre-Inca civilization lost to history. Climb aboard a cable car and enjoy spectacular views of the Utcubamba Valley as you ascend to Kuelap fortress’ vertiginous perch. From Kuelap tourist center, choose to take a 20-minute uphill hike or horseback ride (optional) to the archaeological site. Enter through a gap in the 65-foot (20-meter) walls and appreciate more than 400 dwelling and ceremonial buildings alongside history-rich commentary from your guide. After thorough exploration, return to Tingo Nuevo town for lunch and then relax during the transfer back to your hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch) Day #3 Gotca| Amongst the world’s loftiest waterfalls is in constant contention; have been ranked everywhere from 3rd to 15th

Today you will enjoy a day trip to the Gocta Waterfalls, plunging from a height of 2,529 feet (771 meters), are some of the highest in the world. You’ll travel for approximately 1.5 hours to Cocachimba, where your 3-hour hiking tour through dramatic Amazon landscapes begins. Experience the spectacular jungle scenery which is abundant: see monkeys swinging between trees and, with luck, spot the native Peruvian bird known as the cock of the rock. On arrival at the Gocta Waterfalls fill the power of this natural wonder, while you have chance to plunge into the pools created by some of the world’s highest falls — note these pools are pretty cold. Following free time to relax at the waterfalls, you’ll return to Cocachimba and revitalize with lunch before returning to your hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch) Day #4 Karajia Sarcophagi & Quiocta Caverns| Guard the secrets and the legacy of the ancient Chachapoyas people

Today you will enjoy an excursion to The Karajia Sarcophagi and Caverna de Quiocta, two of country’s most spectacular and overlooked attractions. Combine ancient history with adventure on this 10-hour excursion, which offers insight into pre-Inca culture. Marvel at the 600-year-old Karajia Sarcophagi, funeral tombs perched on the side of a limestone cliff. During the walk, your guide provides historical context for the funeral tombs, created to house the corpses of wise men in pre-Inca culture. Capture photographs of the impressive anthropomorphic statues, some of which measure 8 feet (2.5 meters), before revitalizing with lunch in the city of Luya. Proceed to your next stop, the magnificent Caverna de Quiocta, studded with stalactites, stalagmites, and rock formations of outstanding natural beauty. Explore the caverns by flashlight, admiring bizarre limestone formations, before returning to daylight and concluding your tour with your drive back to your hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch) Day #5 Revash Mausoleums & Leymebamba | Cream- colored mausoleums to house important members of the society

Calling all history enthusiasts, today you will head to Revash, known as the ‘Village of the Dead’ because of its 14th-century mausoleums. Discover these mausoleums, which are high valuable constructions of funeral homes. Travel to the funerary complex on horseback and from a distance of approximately 328 feet (100 meters), you’ll observe the 14th-century mausoleums and listen to commentary regarding their construction from your guide. Observe the funeral homes, characterized by their colored roofs and cross-shaped windows. Note the surrounding cave paintings and the gabled roofs of the structures, and marvel at their seemingly precarious position on the side of a limestone cliff. Then, immerse into the Chachapoyas history at the Leymebamba Museum, which replicates local architectural traditions and plays host to a 240-strong collection of mummies excavated from the nearby Lagoon of the Condors. In the garden, more than 100 species of orchid bloom prettily. After lunch at the museum, your tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch). Day #6 Chachapoyas | Depart

Flight back to Lima and connection back home. End of services. (Breakfast) Tour Package Inclusions:

✓ 05 nights accommodation in Chachapoyas;

✓ Shared guided tours and excursions as detailed in the itinerary;

✓ Entrance fees and tickets;

✓ Round trip cable car tickets to Kuelap;

✓ Meal as specified in the itinerary;

✓ Local in, out and intermediate transfers; Tour Package Exclusions:

✓ International and/or domestic flights tickets;

✓ Travel insurance.