Machu Picchu And The Amazon
9-Day Trip

Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and The Amazon

Day 1 - Arrival In Lima City Upon arrival at the Lima City Airport, a bucket list destinations representative will meet you and Transfer to the hotel in Miraflores district and Overnight stay in Lima. Day 2 - Lima - Cusco Breakfast at the hotel, pick up and transfer to the airport to get your domestic flight to Cusco City. Travelling from Lima to Cusco you will have gone from sea level to the heady heights of 11,500 feet. To give you the chance to acclimatize, the first day is free for relaxation. But if you're up for a bit of exploring, the city center is pedestrian-friendly and full of fascinating sites, colours and people. We're happy to recommend the city's best options for delicious dining and exciting shopping. Overnight in Cusco City Hotel.

Day 3 - Private Half Day Cusco City Tour Breakfast at the hotel, pick up from the hotel and during your private tour of Cusco, the capital of the Incan Empire, you will visit Sacsayhuaman, an immense Incan complex with impressive stonework; Koricancha, one of the most important Incan temples (the walls were once actually coated in gold!), live folklore show to appreciate the different dances of the different regions of the city of Cusco, Dinner and transfer to the hotel, overnight in Cusco City Hotel.

Day 4 - Machu Picchu After breakfast, you will be taken to ollantayambo train station to get the train to Machu Picchu, the hidden Inca citadel. This hour-and-a-half to two-hour train journey is one of the most scenic in the world, winding through mountain, river valleys, high jungle and mystical cloud forests. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, the town at the base of Machu Picchu, you will be met at the train station and accompanied to the bus station for a 20-minute ride up to the citadel. Next, you will meet your expert, English-speaking guide for a tour of the most important sites in Machu Picchu, including the Intihuatana (Sun Stone), the Sun Temple, and the Room of 3 Windows. Plus, you’ll be able to marvel at lush mountains that mystically conceal the ruins. In the late afternoon, you will take a comfortable train back to Cusco and then be transferred to your Cusco hotel for the evening. Dinner and overnight in Cusco City.

Day 5 - Flight to Puerto Maldonado Breakfast at the hotel, pick up and transfer to the airport to get your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel. free evening at your leisure and overnight in Puerto Maldonado Hotel.

Day 6 - Introductory walk around trails Cacao and Rubber plantation Arriving in Puerto Maldonado, known as the "Capital of Biodiversity," your Amazon adventure begins with a 25-minute boat journey along the Madre de Dios River, bringing you to the Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion lodge. Settle into your stylish stilted wooden cabaña or room within our private eco-reserve and savor a buffet lunch at the palm-thatched Casa Grande dining room. Your rainforest exploration commences with a guided walk from the Eco Center along the Concepcion Trails, introducing you to the intricate Amazon basin ecosystems, nestled within the protected Tambopata National Reserve and a former cacao and rubber plantation. As night falls, embark on a Twilight River boat ride to witness the transition from diurnal to nocturnal life in the rainforest, with opportunities to spot caimans along the riverbanks and southern hemisphere stars. In the evening, indulge in à-la-carte dining featuring local Amazon ingredients before retiring to your cabaña or room to listen to the captivating sounds of the nocturnal rainforest. Overnight.

Day 7 - Sandoval lake and Canopy Walkway For those early risers, breakfast is available at 05:30 before embarking on an optional journey to Lake Sandoval, a serene ox-bow lake nestled within the Tambopata National Reserve. A tranquil wooden canoe ride leads you through a sunlit rainforest trail to this picturesque lake, where you may spot various bird species, endangered giant river otters, red howler monkeys, red-bellied macaws, anacondas, side-neck turtles, and black caimans. Return to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion in time for lunch. In the afternoon, we recommend the exhilarating Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, a 1,135-foot network of hanging suspension bridges and treetop observation platforms, offering breathtaking rainforest vistas. Extend your experience with sunset drinks or an extraordinary night in a treehouse cabin (additional cost). For the adventurous, the Hidden Forest excursion explores the forest's nocturnal wonders with flashlights or opt for relaxation at the Nua spa in the heart of the rainforest. À-la-carte dinner is served at 19:00. free evening at your leisure and overnight.

Day 8 - Organic bio-orchard and traditional fishing Following breakfast at the lodge, explore the fascinating world of tropical plants and their traditional medicinal applications by touring our organic bio-orchard. Next, venture to our 30-hectare Palmetum, dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Amazonian palms. After a delectable lunch at the Casa Grande dining room, unwind with a tranquil paddle boat excursion in a dugout canoe on Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion's oxbow lagoon. Glide across the clay-colored waters, observing hoatzins, flycatchers, gray-necked woodrails, and listening to the distant calls of red howler monkeys. You'll even encounter the remnants of a semi-submerged steamboat, with potential sightings of caimans and piranhas. Test your angling skills using a basic wooden rod, practicing catch-and-release. As evening approaches, embark on the Inland Collpa excursion, offering a chance to observe various animal species engaging in clay-lick behavior as they seek essential minerals.

Day 9 - Visit small parakeets place and departure Savor your final morning in the rainforest, waking up to the lively symphony of parakeets and the playful antics of monkeys amidst the treetops. Enjoy a delightful breakfast at Casa Grande, and please check out by 10:00. If your light departure time allows, you can also arrange for lunch (additional cost). Your journey concludes as you board the awaiting motorized wooden boat for the 35-minute return voyage along the Madre de Dios River, ultimately reaching the airport. Please keep in mind that activities and excursions may be adjusted as necessary due to prevailing weather conditions during your visit. Flight to Lima, arrival in Lima City and end of services.

Included:

Airfare - Lima - Cusco
Airfare - Cusco - Puerto Maldonado.
Airfare - Puerto Maldonado - Lima
All Tourist Transports: We will handle all your transport needs during the tour. This includes airport transfers, trips to tourist sites, and local commuting in Cusco.
Professional Tour Guides: Our knowledgeable guides will accompany you throughout your journey. They are experts in local history and culture, ensuring you gain a deep understanding of the places you will visit.
1 night in Lima, 3 nights in Cusco and 4 nights in Puerto Maldonado, Peru Hotels based on US standards
All tours stated in the itinerary with English-speaking guides
Ground transportation and entrance fees
Breakfast at all hotels
All meals in the lodge.
Round Private Ride From (Cusco - Ollantaytambo Train Station - Cusco)
Round Train Ticket From (Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo)
Round Bus Ticket From (Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes)