Arrive at Cuzco in the early morning and transfer to the Hotel Monasterio for a one night stay in a deluxe oxygen-enriched room. In the afternoon enjoy a private tour of this historic city, with its colonial buildings and local markets. Spend the evening at leisure.

Take a full day to enjoy a private tour of the Sacred Valley, starting at the city of Chincheros. Built on the remains of a typical Inca town, it is a fascinating network of streets. Marvel at the skills of the local people as they demonstrate their weaving techniques and other traditional crafts.

Afterwards, enjoy a delicious lunch at the Hotel Rio Sagrado, situated beside the Urubamba River. Continue this magical journey as you travel along the valley to Ollantaytambo, a fascinating Inca town that still retains its original architecture. Spend your evening at leisure.

Today an early morning transfer takes you to the train station of Poroy from where you will travel along the dramatic Urubamba River to Machu Picchu aboard the luxurious Hiram Bingham train.

At midday the train will arrive in Aguas Calientes from where your guide will escort you to the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu by bus. Take a private tour to experience the other-worldly magic of the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most outstanding archaeological wonders of the world.

Later in the afternoon return to Cuzco aboard the Hiram Bingham luxury train. Stay overnight at Hotel Monasterio.

In the morning take a private tour of the nearby Inca ruins.

Later transfer to the airport for your flight to Arequipa where a car (shared service) will be waiting to take you to one of the world’s deepest valleys: the Colca Canyon.

Stay overnight for three nights at Las Casitas del Colca with its delightful cottages providing a rare opportunity to relax and reflect on the beauty and tranquillity of the Colca Valley. Full board is included for the duration of your stay.

Relax and enjoy as many of the activities on offer as you wish.  Choose from bird watching and cookery courses to horseback riding and bike rides.  Head to Cruz del Condor to witness the majestic flight of the sacred Andean bird from which it takes its name.

After lunch transfer to the airport in Arequipa for your flight to Lima and connect with your international flight.

Package includes:

• Escorted airport assistance, private transfers and tours
• Travel to Machu Picchu via Hiram Bingham luxury train 
• Accommodation in casitas and deluxe rooms on a shared basis
• Buffet breakfast at Hotel Monasterio
• Full board at Las Casitas del Colca
• All standard activities at Las Casitas del Colca 

Package excludes:

International flights to Lima
Domestic flights
Domestic airport taxes
Personal items and gratuities.
International airport taxes. 
Passport and visa fees. 
Travel insurance. 
Excess baggage charges.

Rate

USD $3,860 per person sharing

Please note: Prices are based on double occupancy. Any sightseeing is an additional cost.  Prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations and airfare increases and conditions apply. Extension rates can be requested along with regional flights. Single supplement available on request.

Book and stay one night at Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge before October 31st 2010 and receive one complimentary night in luxury at either Hotel Rio Sagrado or Hotel Monasterio.

This offer applies to any of the Journeys in Peru itineraries featured in this section and any tailor-made enquiries booked via this website.

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