Packages in Peru & Arequipa & Cusco and Puno 11 Days

This new adventure has been designed for those travelers who do not have much time for travelling in Peru. During this journey, you will visit 3 regions of Peru: Arequipa guarded by not one but three dramatic – volcanoes, the city enjoys a resplendent, if seismically precarious setting. Puno: has a regal plaza, concrete block buildings and crumbling bricks that blend into the hills, it has its share of both grit and cheer and serves as the jumping-off point for Lake Titicaca. Then you will follow the famous Inca Trail which will lead you to visit the inspiring Inca city of Machu Picchu the long-anticipated highpoint of your trip. In a spectacular location, it’s the best-known archaeological site on the continent and one of the Seven Wonders of the World: MACHU PICCHU. Returning to Cusco.

• CUSCO ALTITUDE: 3350m/11022 ft
• CLIMATE: Hot and sunny by day and cold by night
• DRY SEASON: April to October
• RAINY SEASON: November to March

DAY 1: AREQUIPA – CHIVAY

We pick you up early morning from your Hotel and travel from Arequipa (2327mts/7747ft)  north-west direction, behind snow-covered Chachani. We will see wild vicuñas, alpacas & llamas in the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, some birds like flamingos, ibis, Andean geese, ducks, Andean eagles “Kara Kara” while enjoying a view point of the Volcanoes and snow covered mountains in Patapampa (4,800mts/15,977ft). Then arrive in Chivay (3600mts/11,977ft) capital of the valley. there is an optional visit to the hot springs & pools in La Calera (40ºC) in the afternoon.

• Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

DAY 2: CHIVAY – CRUZ DEL CONDOR – AREQUIPA

After an early breakfast at 6 am, we leave for a full day excursion to the left shore of the canyon. We can see beautiful typical towns, colonial churches and people with typical needlework dresses. We can also admire hundreds of incredible pre-Inca terraces which are still in use today producing andean crops like corn, quinua, kiwicha and more. After a 2hours driving we arrive at the most visited point: “the Cross of the Condor”. There we can enjoy the depth of the canyon and flight of the Condors. After we have lunch, we return to Arequipa arriving around 5 pm.

• Hotels
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY 3: AREQUIPA – JULIACA – PUNO

we take our bus early in the morning (Cruz del Sur) to Puno (3850mts/12,827ft), arriving around 1 pm. On the way you will enjoy all the amazing views of snow-capped Mountains, stunning lakes, Llamas, Alpacas and much more. After your lunch, you will have plenty of free time to enjoy Puno.

• Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4: PUNO – UROS ISLANDS – AMANTANI ISLAND

After having breakfast in your hotel, the tour leader will pick you up to take you to the port. There you will embark the boat and drive for 30 minutes. There are nice views of the lake until arriving at the floating islands. You will be welcomed by the locals who will show you the island and the products they weave. Then a 3 hour boat ride to get to the Amantani island. By 2.30pm we arrive at our destination where our guide will introduce us to the local families who are going to share their houses with us. After lunch we will hike for one hour up the mountain called Pachataita (Mother Father) which is located at 4150m above sea level. There, you will see an amazing view of the sunset over the lake and a chance to relax and enjoy the fresh air. It is the best place to get pictures from all surrounding views of this blue sacred lake of the Incas. After the explanations from your guide, you will go back to your family homes to get your dinner and enjoy typical dances and local music.

• Accomodation: Local Family
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 5: AMANTANI ISLAND – TAQUILE ISLAND – PUNO

At 7am after your family breakfast, you will meet with the group and embark on a 2hour boat ride to Taquile Island. After an explanation from the guide about the way of life and culture of the inhabitants, you could make a few short treks around the island and finish the morning by a lunch taken in the cooperative restaurant. After, you might choose to visit the cooperative shop that sells woollen goods of very fine quality. Taquile Island is famous for its craft production, particularly for its beautiful textiles made by the men of the island. At 4 or 5pm you will return to Puno with a transfer to your hotel.

• Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

PS: We suggest that you bring some toys for the children on the islands or notebooks, pencils, pens, books, which can be easily purchased at the harbour before departing. They would really appreciate such a loving gesture from you.

DAY 6: PUNO –  LA RAYA – RAQCHI – ANDAHUAYLILLAS – CUSCO

We pick you up at your hotel at 6.30am to take you to the bus station (Inca Express or First Class ). Both companies provide royal class service with an english speaking tour guide and a waiter who is ready to assist you with hot and cold drinks on board. During the journey we will stop to visit Pucara and its museum where it is possible to see some pre-inca remains. The next visit is at La Raya, the border between Cusco and Puno, where the most traditional animals of Peru can be seen, such as llamas and alpacas. Then we stop at the Racchi Inca ruins which used to be an important religious center and a resting place for the travelers. After we will make a stop to admire the church of San Pedro which is considered the Sixtine Chapel of South America because of its amazing frescos. Finally by 5.30 pm we arrive in Cusco where our representative will pick you up to take you to your hotel.

• Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY 7: INCA TRAIL: CUSCO – PISKACUCHO  – WAYLLABAMBA

We pick you up at 5am from your hotel and travel 2 hours by bus, passing the picturesque villages of Chinchero, Urubamab and Ollantaytambo,towards the 82 kilometer (start of the trail), with the opportunity to take breakfast on the way. Once there, we cross the bridge to initiate our trek along the left bank of the Urubamba river. The trail follows to the North-east of the Urubamba valley and after three hours we arrive at the first stunning Inca site of Llatallacta (2,650m/8,747ft). Afterwards we hike for 30 minutes to Tarayocfor lunch. Then we follow the Kusichaca valley for two hours to reach our first camp at Wayllabamba (3,000m/9,900ft) where we will have a high tea, dinner and spend the night. During the tour we will be able to enjoy the spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains such a Veronica (5,860m/19,337ft), lush green valleys and myriad of flora and fauna.

• Meals: Lunch – Afternoon Tea Time – Dinner.
• Accommodation: Camping facilities.
• Maximum Altitude: 3,000m/9,900ft.
• Minimum Altitude: 2,650m/8,747ft.
• Distance: 12kms
• Difficulty: Easy/Moderate.

DAY 8: WAYLLABAMBA – WARMIWAÑUSCA – PAQAYMAYU

Today is the toughest day on the trek . After a healthy breakfast, we start walking up a moderate hill for five hours through the cloud forest to reach the highest point of our trek, the Warmiwañusca pass (Dead Woman pass) located at 4,215m/13,907ft. From here we may enjoy the spectacular views of different micro climates, magnificent mountains, beautiful green valleys and myriad of flora and fauna. After time to enjoy this beautiful sight, we descend for two hours to our second camp at Paqaymayu (3,600m/11,877ft), where we have our lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and spend the night

• Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Afternoon Tea Time – Dinner
• Accommodación: Camping facilities.
• Maximum Altitude: 4,215m/13,907ft.
• Minimum Altitude: 3,600m/11,877ft.
• Distance: 11kms
• Difficulty: Moderate/challenge.

DAY 9: PAQAYMAYU – CHAQ’ICOCHA – PHUYUPATAMAKA – WIÑAYWAYNA

This day is the longest day of our trek but interesting and the most beautiful. After we have a delicious breakfast we walk uphill for one hour to explore the archaeological site of Runcurakay (3,800m/12,540ft). Then we ascend to the Runcurakay pass (3,977m/13,127ft); from here we can enjoy the breath-taking views of the surrounding mountains and stunning lakes, and the beginning of he amazon jungle. then we descend for one hour to the next archaeological site of Sayacmarca (3,600m/11,877ft) and walk 30 more minutes to Chaquicocha for lunch. Afterwards we continue through an easy trail to the pass of Phuyupatamarka (3,650m/12,047ft), there we can admire the Mountain of Machu Pichu , the Urubamba canyon and surrounding mountain glaciers. Then we descend through the cloud forest for three hours, all downstairs, until the third campsite at Wiñaywayna (2,650m/8,747ft) where we spend the night

• Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Afternoon Tea Time – Dinner.
• Accommodation: Camping facilities.
• Máximum Altitude: 3,977m/13,127ft.
• Minimum Altitude: 2,650m/8,747ft.
• Distance: 15kms
• Difficulty: Moderate.

DAY 10: WIÑAYWAYNA – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO.

This day is the most exciting part of our trek. We wake up very early and have breakfast. Afterward we walk for more than one hour towards the Sun Gate (2,720m/8,977ft) from where we may enjoy the first panoramic view of Machu Picchu in all its brilliance and majestic monumentality. Then we descend for an hour towards the wonder of the world: the citadel of Machu Picchu (2400m/7,920ft). There we are provided for 2hours guided tour, visiting all the important places such as: the temples, sundials, sun temple, cemeteries, enclosure, urban and agricultural sector and much more. Then you will have plenty of time for further exploring, taking photos and eventually climbing the Huayna Picchu or Machu Pichu Mountain. Afterwards we head back to Aguas Calientes, have lunch and we later take our return Vistadome train 3:20pm from Aguas Calientes to Poroy station (Cusco) with private transport to Cusco, arriving at your hotel in the evening.

• Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast
• Distance: 6kms
• Difficulty: Easy

Day 11: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO

After having breakfast at the hotel, enjoy your remaining time in Cusco city then in the late morning or afternoon we will drop off at the airport to take your plane back to Lima.

• Meal: Breakfast

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Pick up at your hotel for the Tours and the beginning of the Inca Trail
• Private transportations
• 2person tents
• Thick Foam Mattress
• English speaking professional guide experienced in mountains and archeology
• Entrance fees of the touristic sites
• Admission to the pools in Chivay
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food with prior request)
• First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
• Porter to carry tents, food, cooking equipment
• Extra porter for your things, you will need only a day backpack to carry the things that you will be using along the day!
• Hot water for washing purposes
• Boiled water to fill in your bottles
• Vistadome Train from Aguas Calientes to Poroy Station (Cusco) and private transport to Cusco
• Admission Ticket to the Inca trail and Machu Picchu Archaeological Complex
• Guided tours of Machu Picchu and others archeological sites
• Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
• Dining and cooking tents with tables and chairs
• Chef, cooking equipment and kitchen tent
• Pillow
• Rain Ponchos
• Taxes (18%)
•  Afternoon tea time
• Day pack rain covers

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

• International airfares
• Domestic flights Lima-Cusco-Lima
• Sleeping bag (minus 8 ºC) – US$20 (can be rented from MTE)
• Air Mattress – US$20
• Walking Poles – US$20
• Wayna Picchu Mountain – US$75
• Machu Picchu Mountain – US$70
• Energy snacks – chocolate bars, dried fruits (recommended)
• Meals as not indicated on the itinerary
• OPTIONAL UPGRADES for hotels to 4**** or more!
• Personal tent: US$50
• Single supplement US$50 per night (for solo travelers)
• Optional: Thermal baths in Aguas Calientes –10 soles per person.
• Tips for the crew, guide, cook and porters.

WHAT YOU HAVE TO TAKE WITH YOU FOR THE CLASSIC INCA TRAIL MACHU PICCHU?

• Original Passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
• Valid, GREEN ISIC card (if you booked as a student
• Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
• Water storage:  2-3 litre Camelbaks are encouraged.
• Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
• Sleeping bag (can be rented from MTE)
• Headlamp: essential
• Toiletpaper

WHAT TO PUT IN THE DUFFLE BAG FOR THE CLASSIC INCA TRAIL MACHU PICCHU 4 DAYS?

• As a Professional Direct Local Tour operator we provide you with a duffle bag at your briefing and  INCLUDE an extra porter who will carry up to 7 kgs or 14 pounds including your 2.5kg sleeping bag, mattress and extra clothing.
• 2 t-shirts
• 2 hiking pants at least
• 4 sets of undergarments
• 3 sets of hiking socks
• Couple Fleece/ Thermals
• Warm clothes, down jacket — 2nd campsite temp around 3º Celcious.
• Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
• Comfortable shoes for camp
• Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might prefer something larger.
• Small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash.
• Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek
• Large plastic bags will be provided at the office — Please ask for them.
• Sleeping bag: It has to be at least -15ºC – This can be rented from us for US$20.

TOILETRIES

• Face moisturizer
• Hand Sanitizer
• Wet wipes
• Toothbrush and paste
• Personal medications
• First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.

WHAT TO PUT IN THE DAY BACKPACK FOR THE CLASSIC INCA TRAIL MACHU PICCHU?

• We highly recommend a small backpack 30 to 40Litres for hiking in the day. A big backpack will not be allowed into Machu Picchu. The remainder of your belongings will be in your duffel bag at camp.
• Water: Please supply your own water until the first lunch spot, then we will provide you with cold boiled water  at every meal time. Please bring your canteens.
• Sun Hat
• Sunscreen
• Headlamp: essential
• Wool Hat
• Rain gear
• Fleece
• Snacks like chocolate bars, cereal bars or any dry fruits
• Coca leaves.
• Rain plastic poncho
• Gloves
• Camera
• Hand sanitiser
• Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
• Extra Money for Souvenirs, Drinks & Tips
• his unique trekking package can leave on any date, as long as we have a minimum of 2 participants.

EXTRAS

 Wayna Picchu Mountain – US$75

• Machu Picchu Mountain – US$70
• Energy snacks – chocolate bars, dried fruits (recommended)
• Meals as not indicated on the itinerary
• OPTIONAL UPGRADES for hotels to 4**** or more!
• Personal tent: US$50
• Single supplement US$50 per night (for solo travelers)

PRICE

• Best price without hotels: US$2000 per person with Vistadome Train.
• Best price with Hotels: US$2,500 per person with Vistadome Train.

***This price includes the extra porter who will carry your belongings up to 7 kgs,  we will provide you a duffle bag, to put your things.

DISCOUNTS

• Students with ISIC CARD: USD $25.  Please send us a copy of your ISIC card at the time of booking.
• Under 18 years old: USD $30.  Please send us a copy of the passport at the time of booking.
• Under 11 years old: USD $40.   Please send us a copy of the passport at the time of booking