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Lima, Machu Picchu and
Cusco (4d/3n)

Programm duration:
4 days / 3 nights

Categories: Deluxe, first class & Superior

Introduction

The city of Lima offers an ideal balance of unique attractions and the comfort a traveler seeks. The rich history of the city, its beautiful beaches, great museums, and delicious cuisine are just some of the delights you can find in the "City of the Kings."

Cusco is a magical city full of history and beauty. From the stunning churches in the Plaza de Armas to the Incan ruins and the gorgeous landscape of the Sacred Valley, this treasured spot should not be missed. The main tourist attraction in Puno is Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. The amazing landscapes and impressive snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Real are unforgettable.

Itinerary

• Day 1: LIMA
  Upon arrival in Lima, meet and transfer to selected hotel.
• Day 2: LIMA - CUSCO
  Breakfast at the hotel
  Transfer to the airport for flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to selected hotel. Morning at leisure to acclimatize.
  Afternoon tour of the city including the best of Cusco: the Koricancha Temple (Temple of the Sun) and the Cathedral with its magnificient chapels and baroque altars and paintings from the Cusquenian School. The tour also includes the surrounding ruins: the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the Inca bath of Tambomachay, the labyrinth of Puca Pucara and the amphitheatre of Kenko.
• Day 3: CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO
  Breakfast at the hotel
  Early transfer to the train station where you will take a Vistadome train ride across the Andes to the Aguas Calientes (2400 m / 7500 ft) at the foot of the mountains. Then a short transportation to the entrance of the ruins where you will have a guided tour of the Lost City.
  Buffet lunch at Machu Picchu Sanctuary lodge.
  Afternoon return in Vistadome train and transfer to your hotel
• Day 4: CUSCO - LIMA - AIRPORT
  Breakfast at the hotel
  Transfer to the airport for flight back to Lima. Assistance at the airport for connecting flights

Prices 2009 per person in US Dollars:

De luxe hotels: Miraflores Park in Lima, Monasterio in Cusco
First Class hotels: C.A. Private Collection Miraflores in Lima, Libertador in Cusco
Superior hotels: Sol de Oro Apart hotel in Lima, C.A. Private Collection Cusco in Cusco

INCLUDED:

• Accommodation and meals as detailed
• Transfers and sightseeing with local English speaking guides
• Entrance fees

NOT INCLUDED:

• Air transportation. For a round trip domestic tickets (for example LIM/CUS/LIM) the cost is USD$320. For a one way domestic ticket (for example JUL/LIM) the cost is USD$160.00. Rates subject to change without previous advise.
• Airport departure taxes: USD 6.50 in Lima, for domestic flights USD$5.50 approximately and USD$30.25 for international departure tax in Lima
• Meals and services not specified in program
• Personal expenses
• Tips