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Best tour package to Cuzco & Machu Picchu US$1294 pp/dbl including local airfare PERU Peru is one of the most fascinating countries in the world. Rich in history, cultural traditions, archaeological sites. Blessed with an incredible topography from her desert fringed coast dotted with ancient cities, to the towering Andes running north to south in the central region, to the Amazon basin's rain forests covering more than half the Peruvian land mass and cruising ground for nature lovers and adventurers. In almost any corner of the country, Peru offers her visitors wondrous experiences, great comforts and a warm welcome...! Choose one of the many tour programs we have for Peru !
Machu
Picchu on a Budget:
Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca on a Budget:
Machu Picchu, Lake
Titicaca & Colca Canyon on a Budget:
6 days -Private services in Lima and Cuzco plus Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu
Inkas &
Rainforest Cuzco & Machu Picchu Private 5 nights Exploring one of the most amazing sites in the world "Machu Picchu" with 5 star hotels and private services. Amazon River Cruise & Machu Picchu: 10 days - Visiting Cuzco-Machu Picchu-Urubamba and cruising the mighty Amazon River aboard the M/V Delfin.... Tara’s Inka Journey: 9 days -Visiting Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu & the Amazon The Golden Kingdom: 8 days -Visiting Cuzco, Urubamba, Pisac, Machu Picchu & Lima, Kuelap-Sipan: 8 days -Peru's Hidden Treasures- Visiting Lima, Chiclayo, Sipan and Kuelap. The Inka Trail: 9 days - Hiking the Inka Trail to Machu Picchu - (sold out for July) PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE The Empire Time Forgot: 15 days - Visiting Lima, Arequipa, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cuzco, Urubamba, Machu Picchu & the mighty Amazon Rain Forest and the amazing Nazca Lines. Absolutely Peru: 21 days Visiting Lima, Chiclayo-Sipan, Trujillo-Chan-Chan, Arequipa-Colca, Puno-Lake Titicaca, Cuzco-Machu Picchu, The Amazon and Nazca Lines... Galapagos & Machu Picchu: Peru & Ecuador for 14 days - Visiting Quito -Otavalo -Galapagos -Lima, Cuzco & Machu Picchu - 2 selections..with 5 star and 4 star hotels & cruises. Optional to Nazca. Tara's Amazon River Journey & Machu Picchu 10 days/9 nights exploring the Amazon rain forest (3 night cruise) and the Lost City of the Inkas Machu Picchu. New Amazon 8 days / 7 nights Exploring the Amazon rain forest US$1780 per person/double The Salcantay Inka Trek....10 days/8 nights trekking with comfort with Mountain Lodges.... Amazon Deluxe River Cruise Aqua 9 days -Visiting the mighty Amazon Region and Pacaya Samiria National Reserve (7 night cruise) Inkas & Kings 12 days visiting The Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu and the city of Kings "Lima". Peru 9 days -Visiting La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Puno, Cuzco, Machu Picchu and The Nazca Lines. -Extension to Kuelap and Cajamarca -Extension to Manu National Park -Extension to Heath Wildlife Center (Tambopata) For more programs to Peru in combination with other countries visit section Combine Countries
Visiting the Capital of the Inka Empire and the Lost City with a
Private tour guide
7 days/5 nights
Daily Guarantee Departures All private services-Locally hosted
DAY 01 U.S.A-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. (Overnight flight). DAY 02 LIMA-CUZCO Arrive very early morning in Lima. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and walked to the domestic flight section of Lima airport for flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel selected (see options below). Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. DAY 03 CUZCO In the afternoon enjoy a private half day visit of the magical city of Cuzco as you drive through the main streets with their Inca walls. Visit the Qorikancha (Sun Temple) now referred to as Santo Domingo Church. The curved stonework of the temple is probably unequalled in the world. During the Inca period, the stones were covered with gold. The Cathedral, a real piece of art with hundreds of paintings. Then, visit the archaeological sites that surround Cusco: the Saqsayhuaman Fortress, an amazing site with huge stone constructions. The site has a great cosmic energy - that is why people think it was an astronomic observatory and an Inca oracle. Also visit Q’enqo, a place that was used for worship and ceremonial center and Tambomachay -the Inka Spa. Overnite at hotel selected. (B) DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by bus & train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning transfer to the rail station to board the train to Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes. The scenery is simply spectacular, and the recently refurbished Vistadome Trains with their panoramic windows allow you to enjoy it in comfort. The 3 hour journey takes you through a changing landscape, passing by lush, green fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes. From here on, there are wonderful vistas of the mountains and, deep in its dramatic canyon, the beautiful Urubamba River running through the Sacred Valley. For optimum views of the Andes, windows have been installed into the carriage ceilings. Also, a newly enhanced food-and-drink service, plus individual slip-down tables have been added. And what a destination awaits you! Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas, is one of the wonders of the World !! On arrival in Machu Picchu your private guide will be waiting for you . You will be transfer by small buses to the entrance of the ruins to commence our touring. Machu Picchu rises to an altitude of 7,900 ft. above sea level between the Huayna Picchu (young peak) and Machu Picchu (old peak). It lies within the spectacular framework provided by the exuberant vegetation of nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins are situated on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings, canalizations), and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares, royal houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The construction was with general use of stone, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with ichu straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination for protection against earthquakes. Overnight in the village of Aguas Calientes, just at bottom of Machu Picchu. (B) DAY 05 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You can go back to the Lost City and visit this magnificent archeological site at your own pace or do some trekking...or stay in Aguas Calientes and visit the local market or the thermal baths. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel. (B)
At leisure. The city of Cuzco is like an open museum, wherever you go you will find ancient Inka streets, palaces, colonial mansions from the Spaniards conquistadores or just take advantage of great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, alpaca rugs, gold and silver jewelry....plenty of things to do and see.... (B). DAY 07 CUZCO-LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima where you will be connecting with your international flight back to USA. (B). (Extension to Lima available upon request)
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 5 nights including room taxes and service charges. (4 nights in Cuzco and one night in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu). Daily breakfast. Private transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. Private city tour of Cuzco and private tour of Machu Picchu with an English speaking tour guide. Entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets. Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima via Lan Peru or similar.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance -Cost for this program $164 to $235 per person -by Insure America. Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Cuzco $4.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00
LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON (Minimun 2 people) Includes local flight Lima-Cuzco-Lima
International air fare not included. Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
HOTELS USED: Cuzco= Libertador Palacio del Inka (Superior rooms) or Aranwa Cuzco (Deluxe room) ; Monasterio (Deluxe rooms) includes Buffet Breakfast. Aguas Calientes= Inkaterra El Pueblo (Superior Deluxe rooms) includes Breakfast and Dinner. Sumaq hotel (Superior Deluxe room) includes breakfast and lunch Machu Picchu= Sanctuary (Mountain View room) includes Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
For hotel locations in Cuzco......See City of Cuzco-Map
SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$550-750 Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
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Tara's Inka Journey is one of the most popular tour programs to Peru. Visiting Lima "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro, Cuzco "Capital of the Inka Empire" and exploring the mighty Amazon Rain Forest.
9 days/8 nights - Departs every Thursday Day 1 THU. U.S.A-LIMA Depart Miami, New York or Los Angeles for Lima, Capital of Peru After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and taken to the airport hotel Costa del Sol. Day 2 FRI.
LIMA-CUZCO Board flight to Cuzco and upon arrival, you will be taken to hotel selected. Morning best to rest and get used to the high altitude. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cuzco, the most important city in The Inka Empire with stops at the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), main square, the Cathedral and visit to the ruins nearby such as Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and the Inka Spa of Tambomachay. (B). See City of Cuzco-Map Day 3 SAT. CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 3 1/2 hour trip with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Inkas. Overnight in Machu Picchu at Hotel selected. (see selection at the end of this program) (B) Day 4 SUN. MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own, take pictures, meditate or explore the surrounding areas of Huayna
Day 5 MON. CUZCO-LIMA Arrive in Lima and transfer to hotel selected. Afternoon sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks, then visit the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches...(B) DAY 6 TUE. LIMA-IQUITOS-EXPLORAMA LODGE Transfer to the airport for flight to Iquitos -main port on the Amazon River. Reception at the airport and brief city orientation and transfer to the Explorama dock. Fifty mile journey down the Amazon River to Yanamono Stream where Explorama Lodge is located. Afternoon hike along the "Lake trail" through lowland rainforest which is seasonally flooded. During the high water season, this excursion is done by open boat! Night walk or open boat ride to enjoy the sounds of the rainforest and stars of the Southern sky. (B,D)
ABOUT EXPLORAMA: Established in 1965, 80 km. (50 mi.) down the MAIN AMAZON RIVER, the Lodge is deep in primary jungle and offers two days or longer excursions. Romantic kerosene torches and lamps illuminate palm-thatched houses with 10 to 17 sleeping rooms. Covering connecting walkways lead to the Tahuampa Bar, the Dining Room, the Sun Porch and two Hammock Houses. Private showers and toilet facilities adjoin each room. A variety of treks are offered, including the Seven Bridges Trail.
Day 7 WED. AMAZON JUNGLE Morning walk along the "Bushmaster Trail", where scientific studies by the Missouri Botanical Gardens have found one of the world's highest biodiversity of trees per square hectare. Your guide will point out many plants used in medicine today and many that we may use in the future. Afternoon open boat trip along the Amazon in search
of the two species of freshwater dolphin found in the river, as well as chance for an afternoon swim.
(B,L,D) Day 9 FRI. LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight to USA. Along with the souvenirs, you will carry memories of your journey to the Land of the Inkas.(B)
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 8 nights including room taxes and service charges. (Hotels as mentioned in itinerary). Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. Tours as mentioned including entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets and English speaking tour guides. Tips to airport and hotel porters. Meals as mentioned in itinerary; B= Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner. Local flights Lima-Cuzco-Lima-Iquitos-Lima.
NOT INCLUDED: INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE, Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance. Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. Re-entry fee to Machu Picchu of US$32.00 Peru Airport departure taxes, USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (change daily...please call); Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $28.00
LAND TOUR RATES (include local flights)
International air fare not included. Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
HOTEL LOCATIONS: LIMA: Radisson Miraflores, Miraflores Park Plaza, Marriott are located in the pretty district of Miraflores. Swissotel, Radisson Palmeras are located in the elegant district of San Isidro. CUZCO: Dorado, Libertador, Monasterio, Casa Andina Private Collection ....about 3-4 blocks from main square in downtown Cuzco.... Great locations. See Map - City of Cuzco MACHU PICCHU: Mapi Inn, Hatuchay, Inkaterra are located in Aguas Calientes (a village down Machu Picchu mountain and Archeological site). Sanctuary Machu PIcchu right by the entrance of Machu Picchu.
ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: For same package..... Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insured America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $159-194 per person (see inclusions in Insurance section). DEPOSITS: US$300.00 at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: At any time $100 per person. Prior to departure: 45 to 30 days $150 penalty fee; 29 to 15 days 50% penalty fee; 14 days or less -No Refunds.
Visiting Cuzco, Machu Picchu and the Amazon Rain Forest (Tambopata Wildlife Reserve)
9
days/7 nights DAY 01 U.S.A-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. (Overnight flight). DAY 02 LIMA-CUZCO Arrive very early morning in Lima. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and walked to the domestic flight section of Lima airport for flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel selected (see options below). Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. DAY 03 CUZCO In the afternoon enjoy a half day visit of the magical city of Cuzco as you drive through the main streets with their Inca walls. Visit the Qorikancha (Sun Temple) now referred to as Santo Domingo Church. The curved stonework of the temple is probably unequalled in the world. During the Inca period, the stones were covered with gold. The Cathedral, a real piece of art with hundreds of paintings. Then, visit the archaeological sites that surround Cusco: the Saqsayhuaman Fortress, an amazing site with huge stone constructions. The site has a great cosmic energy - that is why people think it was an astronomic observatory and an Inca oracle. Also visit Q’enqo, a place that was used for worship and ceremonial center and Tambomachay -the Inka Spa. Overnite at hotel selected. (B) DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by bus & train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning transfer to the rail station to board the train to Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes. The scenery is simply spectacular, and the recently refurbished Vistadome Trains with their panoramic windows allow you to enjoy it in comfort. The 3 hour journey takes you through a changing landscape, passing by lush, green fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes. On arrival in Machu Picchu your private guide will be waiting for you . You will be transfer by small buses to the entrance of the ruins to commence our touring. Machu Picchu rises to an altitude of 7,900 ft. above sea level between the Huayna Picchu (young peak) and Machu Picchu (old peak). It lies within the spectacular framework provided by the exuberant vegetation of nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins are situated on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings, canalizations), and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares, royal houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The construction was with general use of stone, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with ichu straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination for protection against earthquakes. Overnight in the village of Aguas Calientes, just at bottom of Machu Picchu. (B) DAY 05 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You can go back to the Lost City and visit this magnificent archeological site at your own pace or do some trekking...or stay in Aguas Calientes and visit the local market or the thermal baths. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel. (B) DAY 06 CUZCO At leisure. The city of Cuzco is like an open museum, wherever you go you will find ancient Inka streets, palaces, colonial mansions from the Spaniards conquistadores or just take advantage of great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, alpaca rugs, gold and silver jewelry....plenty of things to do and see.... (B). DAY 07 CUZCO-PUERTO MALDONADO-AMAZON RAINFOREST Transfer to the airport. Arrive and transfer from Puerto Maldonado airport to the river port on the Madre de Dios River. A 25 minutes journey down the Madre de Dios River by motor canoe brings you to the end of the trail in to Sandoval Lake Lodge. From here the trail takes you on a 2-mile walk/or rickshaw ride through secondary forest, until we reach a small canal where we board canoes and are paddled 220 yards through a flooded forest of 100-foot tall Mauritia palms. As the canal opens onto the shimmering surface of the lake, we transfer to a catamaran and are leisurely paddled across half the lake to the lodge. After lunch and a brief rest to avoid the early afternoon heat, we once again board the catamaran and set off to explore the entire west end of the lake. Here, in the flooded palm forest we drift to the sounds of hundreds of Red-Bellied Macaws as they return to the palm forest for the night. We return to the lodge around nightfall for dinner. After dinner we will return to the canoes to look for the large and extremely rare Black Caimans. If it is a clear starlit night, we will also be able to float in the middle of the lake and marvel at the brillance of the sky. (B,L,D) DAY 08 AMAZON RAINFOREST A pre-dawn wake-up call will enable us to be on the lake for sunrise and a hopeful encounter with the family of Giant Otters which frequent the lake and are most active at this time of day. Most of the fish-eating water birds around the lake actively fish in the early morning as well, and this outing should provide excellent views, and photographs, of the prehistoric- looking Hoatzins. After returning for a late breakfast we set off into the cool understory of the tall virgin forest near the lake to see some towering wild Brazil Nut trees and a demonstration of how our hosts collect, open and commercialize this important natural product. After lunch and an hour or so to relax we once again board the catamaran to explore the eastern part of the lake, where we might see one or more of the five species of monkeys which live in the forest near the lake, such as the Brown Capuchin Monkey. ((B,L,D) DAY 09 AMAZON RAIN FOREST-P.MALDONADO-LIMA-USA After a dawn breakfast we take a final, shorter paddle around the west end of the lake to try and glimpse the Giant Otters before returning to Puerto Maldonado to catch the flight to Lima. Arrive in Lima and connect with your international flight back to USA. (B) DAY 10 ARRIVE USA
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 7 nights including room taxes and service charges. (4 nights in Cuzco and one night in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu, 2 nights at Sandoval Lodge). Daily breakfast. Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. City tour is in seat in car basis and the tour to Machu Picchu is private. Entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets and English speaking tour guide. Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Puerto Maldonado-Lima via Lan Peru or similar. All meals while at Sandoval Lodge.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. ·Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance -Cost for this program $129 to $200 per person -by Insure America. Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Cuzco $4.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call your Travel Agent or Tara Tours for an update on this charges)
LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON (include local flights Lima-Cuzco-Puerto Maldonado-Lima)
International air fare not included. Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
HOTELS: 3 Stars Hotels: Cuzco=San Agustin; Aguas Calientes=Inti Inn 4 Stars Hotels: Cuzco= Dorado; Aguas Calientes=Mapi For hotel locations in Cuzco......See City of Cuzco-Map
SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$550-750 per person. ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN or LAN AIRLINES: Add $350 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $250 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $290 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $330 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $390 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
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INSURANCE:
Tara
Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insured
America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is
$125-194 per person (see inclusions in our web site www.taratours.com -Insurance
section).
Kuelap and Sipan
‘Peru's Hidden Treasures" Come and join us to discover one of the most fascinating Pre-Inka civilizations...The Chachapoyas culture and their incredible archeological site "Kuelap"...!
Situated in the cloud forests around the town of Chachapoyas in Peru's northern Amazonas Department (State), these sites are dominated by the mighty fortress of Kuelap, perched majestically atop mountain-top cliffs overlooking the verdant Andean landscape
In Chachapoyas, remnants of the past invite you for a true discovery and adventure.
9 DAY/8 NIGHT ITINERARY-
Departs every Mondays and Thursdays from May to October
DAY 01 MON or THU : U.S.A-LIMA: Depart USA for Lima, Peru. Upon arrival you will be met and escorted to hotel Costa del Sol by Lima airport.
Morning flight to Chiclayo, burgeoning commercial center and capital of the department of Lambayeque. Arrive and transfer to hotel Chiclayo. Afternoon visit the Bruning Museum to appreciate fascinating ceramics, metal objects and textiles from the Lambayeque region, then continue to visit the famous archaeological site of Sipan and Pampa Grande –according to National Geographic – Sipan is the greatest discovery of the last century. Return to your hotel for overnight. Hotel Chiclayo (B) DAY 03 WED or SAT : CHICLAYO/CHACHAPOYAS In the morning you will depart from Chiclayo by private car or bus with air conditioning. You will arrive in the late afternoon in Chachapoyas. Box lunch and dinner included. Overnight at Hostal El Chillo. (L, D). DAY 04 THU or SUN : CHACHAPOYAS After breakfast you will enjoy an excursion to visit the colorful funeral buildings of Revash perched on a ledge up high on a cliff. Afternoon visit the museum of Leimebamba –full with well preserved pre-Inka mummies recently discovered in the Laguna de Los Condores. Overnight at Hostal El Chillo (B, L, D)
DAY 05: FRI or MON : KUELAP After breakfast you will visit Kuelap, a spectacular pre-Inka walled city hidden atop a precipitous mountain. Although Kuelap was discovered 60 years before Machu Picchu, it is not as well-known to the outside world. Nevertheless recent amazing discoveries in nearby areas that relate to Kuelap and to its history have captured the attention of archaeologists, international magazines and film companies. Here your tour guide will explain about The Pre-Columbian Chachapoyas culture, conquered in the 15th century by the Inkas. The mighty fortress of Kuelap, perched majestically atop mountain-top cliffs overlooking the verdant Andean landscape …….it is impressive. Dinner and overnight at Hostal El Chillo (B, Box lunch, D). DAY 06 SAT or TUE: CHACHAPOYAS Early morning light trek to visit Gocta considered as the world's third tallest waterfall. This remote wonder and the diverse forest and wildlife will amaze you. There is a chance to admire the Andean Cock of the Rock, Peru's national bird. Late afternoon return to Chachapoyas hotel for overnight and dinner (B,L,D) NOTE: People intersted in more Archeology can change Gocta trek for half day tour to Karajia site. DAY 07 SUN or WED: CHACHAPOYAS-CHICLAYO After breakfast, morning transfer to Chiclayo arriving in Chiclayo late afternoon for overnight at hotel Chiclayo (B). DAY 08 MON or THU. CHICLAYO-LIMA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with transfer to hotel Radisson. Afternoon sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks, then visit the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches...(B). DAY 09 TUE or FRI. LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport. (B)
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 7 nights including room taxes and service charges. (Hotels as mentioned in itinerary). ·Daily breakfast. ·Transfers to/from airport, hotels and ground transportation for all tours; Tours in seat in car basis as mentioned including entrance fees and archaeological taxes, English speaking tour guide.· Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Chiclayo-Lima
NOT INCLUDED: ·Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance (Cost for this program $200 to $235 p.p. -by Insure America). Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Chiclayo $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call)
LAND TOUR RATES 2012 PER PERSON:
INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED. Sample airfare from Miami US$550-750 Deposit: US$300 per person. Final Payment: 60 days before departure.
SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$500-650 ADD-ONS VIA LAN or AMERICAN AIRLINES: If you already have you international air portion Miami-Lima-Miami, please deduct US$550.00 per person Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6
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Visiting Lima, Cuzco "Capital of the Inca Empire" and the Lost City of the Inkas "Machu Picchu" Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
8 days/7 nights DEPARTS EVERY SUNDAY Day 01 SUN. MIAMI-LIMA: Depart USA for Lima, Peru. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and taken to hotel Costa del Sol by Lima airport. DAY 02 MON. LIMA-CUZCO: Transfer to the airport for flight to Cuzco, where you will be met and taken to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cuzco -the center of the universe for the Inka civilization- visiting the Temple of Koricancha or Sun God, the Cathedral and the ruins nearby such as, Kenko, Puca-Pucara, Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman an impressive megalithic construction, strategically placed on a hill overlooking the city of Cusco, It name means "satisfied falcon" in Quechua. Formed by three successive walls of immense stones (the biggest one—28 feet high, 15 wide and 12 thick –must weigh some 360 tons.). The three walls are almost parallel. Forming a zigzag, each supporting a terrace and parapet. The mind boggles at the thought of the effort that the building of this great monument must have cost men who did not have the wheel: the out side wall alone is 650 yards long. It is said that its construction, begun by the Inca Túpac Yupanqui, took more than seventy years and required the labor of over twenty thousand men. Overnight at hotel selected. (B). See City of Cuzco-Map DAY 03 TUE. PISAC-OLLANTAYTAMBO: Full day excursion to visit the colorful indigenous market of Pisac where hundreds of natives come to town wearing their unique customs, to exchange or buy products. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue with your tour guide to see and learn about Ollantaytambo A typical town of Inca origin. Its design and the foundations of the majority of its buildings date from the Inca era, when it was a strategic military, religious and agricultural center. Above it stands a fortress as a defense against the primitive inhabitants of the hot valleys of the "Antis" or jungle Indians. The fortress consist of a series of superimposed terraces of carved stone accessed by long staircases. The upper terrace contains large, admirably worked stone. It was here that Manco Inka fought the troops of Hernando Pizarro in 1537, leading a fierce resistance against the Spanish at command of a "General" Ollantay who continued for many years from Inca hideouts in the jungles of Vilcabamba. You have to climb to visit the upper part, where six enormous stones (each weighing some 50 tons) stand upright. Return to Cuzco late afternoon. (B,L) DAY 04 WED. CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU: Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 3 1/2 hour trip -with spectacular views of the the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range, to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Incas. Overnight at Hotel selected in Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu. (B) DAY 05 THU. MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: Day at leisure to explore the "Lost City of Machu Picchu" on your own. You can walk for 2 miles towards the Intipunko (main entrance of M.Picchu in Inca times), or take a back trail to see the old Inca bridge carved on the side of the mountain, or just relax, take pictures and absorbe the powerful energy of the place. Mid-afternoon return to Cuzco by train and bus.(B) DAY 06 FRI. CUZCO: Day at leisure to explore the Inka city of Cuzco on your own (Cuzco is like big open museum) or take advantage of great bargaings for swaeters, ponchos, rugs, handicrafts, etc. (or you can take an optional half day excursion to Chincheros, Maras or Piquillacta). (B). Day 07 SAT. CUZCO-LIMA: Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with transfer to hotel selected. Afternoon sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks, then visit the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches... (B) (B). DAY 08 SUN. LIMA-USA: Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami, New York or Los Angeles. (B)
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Hotel accommodations for 7 nights including room taxes and service charges. (see selection of hotels & rates). • Daily breakfast.• Transfers to/from airport and train station. • Tours as mentioned including entrance fees. • English speaking tour guide. • Tips to airport and hotel porters. • Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima.
NOT INCLUDED: •Meals, unless specified in itinerary. • Insurance. • Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • USA departure tax • Lima and Cuzco airport tax $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $28.00. • Re-entry fee to Machu Picchu. International airfare.
LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON (includes local flights Lima-Cuzco-Lima)
INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED.
Hotel locations in Cuzco.....See City of Cuzco-Map
ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN OR LAN AIRLINES: Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insured America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $200-270 per person (see inclusions in Insurance section). DEPOSITS: US$250.00 per person at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: At any time $100 per person. Prior to departure: 45 to 30 days $150 penalty fee; 29 to 15 days 50% penalty fee; 14 days or less -No Refunds.
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO NAZCA BY PLANE Transfer to the airport for your 40 minute flight to Nazca. Then for about 45 minutes, fly over the Nazca plains in light aircraft. The fabulous pre-Inca lines, huge birds that resemble a landing field, geometrical lines, spirals, etc. Lunch at Hotel Las Dunas in Ica and visit the Archaeological Museum. Early in the afternoon return to Lima and transfer to your hotel. Price per person $499.00 (min. 2 people)
Private tour program visiting Lima, Cuzco "Capital of the Inka Empire" and the Lost City of the Inkas "Machu Picchu"
6 days/5 nights Independent daily departures, locally hosted with private tours.
Day 01 MIAMI-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and taken to the five star Hotel Miraflores Park with Ocean view rooms.
Day 02 LIMA: Early afternoon sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks, then visit the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches... (B).
DAY 03 LIMA-CUZCO: Private transfer to Lima airport for flight to Cuzco where you will be taken to the five-star Hotel Monasterio with deluxe oxygenated rooms. Morning best to rest and get used to the high altitude. Afternoon private sightseeing tour of Cuzco -the center of the universe for the Inka civilization- visiting the Temple of Koricancha or Sun God, the Cathedral and the nearby ruins such as Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and the Inka Spa of Tambomachay. (B) See City of Cuzco-Map
DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: Be
prepared to see one o the most fabulous sights in the world. "The Lost City
of the Inkas", Machu Picchu. The NEW special train service Hiram Bingham
will take you in luxury and comfort for an exciting three hour ride to this
beautiful monument. (Train depart Poroy station by 9am) Brunch will be served on
board. Arrive Machu Picchu by 12.30 noon. Temples, palaces, towers Once back on board the train for the 6:30 p.m. departure, pre-dinner cocktails and live entertainment will be enjoyed in the bar. After drinks, guests will enjoy a three-course a la carte dinner in the dining car. The train will pull into Poroy station in Cuzco at 10:00 p.m., then transfer to Hotel Monasterio. (B,L,D) Overnight in Machu Picchu available upon request.
Day 05 CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Cuzco on your own or take an optional excursion to see the Native Markets of Pisac or Chincheros. Take note Cuzco is like a walking museum, where ever you go in the colonial area -you will find inka palaces and beautiful Spanish buildings and churches. Take a walk around Cuzco....it is fantastic...(B,)
DAY 06 CUZCO-LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima, where you will be connecting with your international flight back to USA (B)
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Five Star hotel accommodation for 5 nights including room taxes and service charge. • Hotel Monasterio in Cuzco with deluxe oxygen rooms for 3 nights. • Hotel Miraflores Park in Lima with Executive Suite Ocean View rooms for 2 nights. • Daily Buffet breakfast. • Private transfers to/from airports and train stations. • Private Tours in Lima and Cuzco including entrance fees. • Full day excursion by deluxe Hiram Bingham train service with tour guide, lunch, dinner and local entertainment. • English speaking tour guides. • Tips to airport and hotel porters. • Airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima via Lan Peru.
NOT INCLUDED: •Meals, unless specified in itinerary.• Insurance (cost for this trip $305-483) • Tips to tour guides or bus drivers. •Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call) and Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. • International airfare.
International airfare not included.
COST AIRFARE FROM MIAMI TO LIMA RT: Aproximate US$450-650 plus USA taxes. Add-ons from other USA cities: $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. Please -have your travel agent call us for an update on international airfares or emails us at: tara@taratours.com
Deposit: US$350 per person at the time of booking. Final Payment: 60 days before departure.
RESERVE IN ADVANCE...!!
Experience a land of natural and topographical contrasts, mountain passes, white snow peaks, wild rivers and one of the most beautiful places on earth - "Machu Picchu"-
9 days/7 nights
Departs every Thursday from USA from Mar. 22 to Dec.20, 2012
Day 01 THU. U.S.A-LIMA: Depart USA. Overnight flight to Lima, Peru. (International air not included) Day 02 FRI. LIMA-CUZCO : Arrive in Lima and after going thru customs and immigration continue to the domestic flight counters to check-in for flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival you will be met and transfer to hotel Andenes de Saphi. Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. See City of Cuzco-Map DAY 03 SAT. CUZCO: Morning at leisure. At noon meeting with the Inca trail outfitter for last minute recommendations -do's and dont's for the next exciting days (meeting is mandatory). Get ready ! (B) DAY 04 SUN. CUZCO-INKA TRAIL: Depart Cuzco by bus to trailhead at Picacucho, on the Vilcanota (Urubamba) River. Hike along the Vilcanota River beneath the impressive snowcapped Nevado Veronica through cactus gardens and fields of corn to the enormous Inka ruins of Llactapata (8,400 ft), then continue up a side valley to camp in the hamlet of Huayllabamba Total miles walked 7.5 (5.30 hrs.) All camp and gear is carried by our porters, leaving us free to walk with only an light pack with essentials for the day's hike (B,L,D) DAY 05 MON. INKA TRAIL: We climb steeply up through fields and forest, then emerge above the tree line and reach Warmiwanusqa Pass (13,776 ft.). Enjoy magnificent views to the Huaynay Range snow peaks and Inka ruins. Descend to our camp in the valley bottom. Total miles walked 6.25 (5.30 hrs.) (B,L,D) DAY 06 TUE. INKA TRAIL: We cross a second pass (12,661 ft.) and follow a fine Inka highway down to the exquisite ridge-top ruins of Sayajmarka (11,988ft.). Further on, we pass through a tunnel amid luxuriant cloud forest vegetation. Camp at superb ruins overlooking the Vilcanota (Urubamba) river far below. 3rd. camp. Miles walked 5.6 . (B,L,D) DAY 07 WED. INKA TRAIL: The Royal Highway descends steeply through orchid-rich cloud forest. Visit the impressive Inka site of Winay-Wayna (only seeing when you do the Inka trail) The final part of the trail on the back on Machu Picchu mountain is stunningly beautiful. Reach Machu Picchu in the afternoon, and camp by the river beneath the ruins. 4th. camp. Miles walked 7 (5.30 hrs).(B,L,D) DAY 08 THU. INKA TRAIL-CUZCO: Full day excursion to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning visit to Machu Picchu(7,990 ft). Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Inkas. Mid-afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel Andenes de Saphi.(B) DAY 09 FRI.CUZCO-LIMA-USA: Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima for connection with flights to USA. (B) EXTENSION TO LIMA, THE AMAZON, NAZCA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
• 5 day/4 nights on the Inka trail with Camping equipment, cooking gear, guide porters and breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights in Cuzco including room taxes, service charges and breakfast daily. (Hotels as mentioned in itinerary). • Meals as noted B= breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner.• Transfers to/from airport and train station. •Tours as mentioned in itinerary. • English speaking tour guide. • Tips to airport and hotel porters. • Round trip local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima.
NOT INCLUDED: • International airfare • Insurance.• Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • USA departure tax • Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. • Personal equipment such as backpacks and sleeping bags. • Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary fee...approximately $95, which will be collected at the Trek orientation meeting ( This fee is subject to change at any time) • Tips to guide and trek staff.
*Rates per person -share double (includes local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima)
International airfare is not included. (available upon request)
Single Supp. is $331.00 (Single occupancy for this program is very limited). FOR TRIPLE deduct $34 per person. - RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. We highly recommend to make reservations 4-6 months in advance. Due to new regulations -space is very limited by the Peruvian Government and local authorities.
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INTERNATIONAL AIRFARES:
DEPOSITS: US$300.00 at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: Prior to departure: Due to so many regulations by the Peruvian Government... -at any time- $200 it is not refundable.... ;45 to 30 days US$350.00 penalty pp; 29 to 15 days 50% of total cost; 14 or less no refunds. INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is US$93.00 to 125.00. Have your Travel Agent call Tara Tours Inc. for further information.
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"The Empire Time Forgot"
Visiting Lima, Nazca Lines, Cuzco "Capital of the Inca Empire" and the Lost City Of the Incas "Machu Picchu" Lake Tititcaca "The Highest Navigable Lake in the World", Arequipa the "White City " and the Mighty Amazon Jungle
15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS
Daily departures - Locally hosted
Day 01 U.S.A-LIMA : Depart for Lima, Peru. Upon arrival you will be taken to hotel selected. (Dinner on board ). Day 02
LIMA-ICA Leave Lima by regular schedule bus to Ica. Arrive and transfer to Hotel Las Dunas. PM Tour of Archaeological Museum. Where you will find Mummies, Ceramics, textiles, funerary bundles and physical remains from Nazca, Paracas and Inca cultures DAY 03 ICA-NAZCA-ICA-LIMA : Transfer to the local Ica airport. Then -on smaller plane flight to Nazca and for about 45 minutes, fly over the enigmatic plains of the pre-inka civilization called Nazca. The fabulous pre-Inka lines, huge birds that resemble a landing field, geometrical lines, spirals, etc. Return to Ica for return to Lima via regular schedule bus. Arrive in Lima and transfer to your hotel. (B,L) Day 04 LIMA-AREQUIPA: Transfer to the airport for flight to Arequipa also known as "The White City" because of the many buildings constructed of white volcanic rock. Providing a beautiful backdrop - the Volcano "El Misti" stands at 19,200 feet . Upon arrival you will be taken to hotel selected . In the afternoon tour of the city -whose restored colonial architecture gilded churches vividly illustrate Peru in the days of the Viceroys, then your tour guide will take you to visit the famous Monastery of Santa Catalina which was closed to the public for more than 300 years. (B). Day 05 AREQUIPA-THE COLCA CANYON-CHIVAY: Full day excursion to see the deepest
canyon in the world "Colca" and with good luck you will see one of the
biggest birds on earth "The Condors". The canyon Is reached via new
paved roads that both leave from Arequipa city and lead to the small town of
Chivay. The shortest road is 92 miles it takes about 2 1/2 hours approx. It
travels northwest from Arequipa towards Yura and then climbs to the "puna"
or high plateau and desolate plains of Pampa Cañahuas and Tocra. This is the
area inhabited by Vicuñas, Huanacos and Chinchillas. This rewarding area is
also rich in native flora of the Andean Paramo with spectacular views of the
Andean mountains and volcanos. Overnight in Chivay at hotel selected. (B,L) Day 06 CHIVAY-PUNO: Board the tour bus that will take you from Chivay to Puno going thru Patapampa pass at 15,600 feet high. You will have great views of the Chanchani Volcano. Continue and see Vicunas on the way belonging to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca reserve. Then to Lagunillas (small lake) where you will see Andean Flamingos and others birds and finally you will get to the high pass called “Cruce Alto” at 14,500 feet high, then down to Juliaca and Puno. Overnight in Puno at hotel selected. (B) Day 07 PUNO: In the morning, depart for Lake Titicaca " the highest navigable lake in the world", at 12,000 feet high- to visit one of the oldest races of man -The Uros- You will see them standing on their floating islands made of reeds. Afternoon free(B) Day 08 PUNO-CUZCO: Early in the morning board the tour bus for picturesque ride thru the Andean mountains. Stops will be made at Pucara where you'll find an interesting small museum with some statues from the Pucaras - a Pre-Inka civilization. Continue to "La Raya Pass" at 14,500 feet high with spectacular views of the white snow peaks. Time to take some pictures. Then, buffet lunch at typical restaurant. Next stop at Raqchi, where a 6 mile Inka wall surrounds the Temple of the Inka God Wiracocha. Final stop at pretty town Andean town of Andahuaylillas, noted for its colonial chapel with beautiful Creole frescoes –also call the Sixtine Chapel of South America. Arrive in Cuzco by 4-5pm and transfer to your hotel. (B) Day 09 CUZCO: In the morning, sightseeing tour of Cuzco -the center of the universe for the Inka civilization- visiting the Temple of Koricancha or Sun God, the Cathedral the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay.(B) Day 10 PISAC-OLLANTAYTAMBO: Full day excursion to visit the colorful indigenous market of Pisac (only Tue, Thu, Sun) where hundreds of natives come to town wearing their unique customs, to exchange or buy products. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue with your tour guide to see and learn about the impressive fortress built the Inka General Ollantaytambo. Return to Cuzco and to your hotel late afternoon. (B,L) Day 11 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU: Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inca civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 1 1/2 hour trip with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Incas. Overnight in Machu Picchu at hotel selected (B,L)
At leisure to explore the Lost City on your own. Mid-afternoon return by train to Cuzco and your hotel. (B) Day 13 CUZCO-IQUITOS - EXPLORAMA LODGE Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima where you will connect with flight to Iquitos. Reception at the airport, brief city orientation and transfer to the Explorama dock. Fifty mile journey down the Amazon River to Yanamono Stream where Explorama Lodge is located. Afternoon hike along the "Lake trail" through lowland rainforest which is seasonally flooded. During the high water season, this excursion is done by canoe! Night walk or canoe ride to enjoy the sounds of the rainforest and stars of the Southern sky. (B,L,D) Note: You will have a choice of staying at Explorama Lodge or La Ceiba Lodge. ABOUT EXPLORAMA: Established in 1965, 80 km. (50 mi.) down the MAIN AMAZON RIVER, the Lodge is deep in primary jungle and offers two days or longer excursions. Romantic kerosene torches and lamps illuminate palm-thatched houses with 10 to 17 sleeping rooms. Covering connecting walkways lead to the Tahuampa Bar, the Dining Room, the Sun Porch and two Hammock Houses. Showers and toilet facilities adjoin each house. A variety of treks are offered, including the Seven Bridges Trail. Day 14 EXPLORAMA LODGE Morning walk along the "Bushmaster Trail", where scientific studies by the Missouri Botanical Gardens have found the world's highest biodiversity of trees per square hectare. Your guide will point out many plants used in medicine today and many that we may use in the future. Afternoon canoe trip along the Amazon in search of either of the two species of freshwater dolphin found in the river and a chance for an afternoon swim. (B,L,D) Day 15 - EXPLORAMA LODGE - IQUITOS - LIMA - USA Morning walk along a local Amazon River trail with stops along the way to visit the local "ribereños" or river people, visit a river school, see the local sugar cane rum factory and visit our resident American medical doctor in her clinic sponsored by the Rotary Club. Transfer back to Iquitos for your departure flight to Lima where you will be connecting with your international flight back to USA. (B) EXTENSION TO LIMA, NAZCA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
INCLUDED: · Hotel accommodations for 14 nights including room taxes and service charges.· Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. · Tours as mentioned including entrance fees and English speaking tour guide. · Tips to airport porters. · Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner. Local airfare Lima - Arequipa-Cuzco -Lima- Iquitos -Lima.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare • Meals, unless specified in itinerary.• Insurance.• Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call) • Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $28.00. • Re-entry fee to Machu Picchu $32.00
2012 LAND TOUR RATES Includes local airfare Lima-Arequipa....Cuzco-Lima-iquitos-Lima
International airfare not included. Approximate cost from Miami US$500-750 plus taxes.
3* Hotels: Faraona-LIM; Dorado-CZO; Machu Picchu Inn-MPC; Casa Andina-PUN; Casa Andina-AQP; Chivay=Casa Andina 4* Hotels: Las Palmeras-LIM; Dorado or Novotel-CZO; El Pueblo-MPC; Esteves-PUN; Libertador-AQP; Chivay=Colca Lodge 5*HOTELS: Marriot-Sheraton-LIM; ; Libertador-Monasterio-CZO; Santuary M.Picchu-MPC; Esteves-PUN; Libertador-AQP; Chivay=Casitas del Colca
SAMPLE COST FROM MIAMI: US$550-750 plus taxes. ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN or LAN AIRLINES: For same package..... Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
ZONES: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
DEPOSITS: US$350.00 at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 45 days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: Prior to departure: at any time US$100.00 per person;45 to 30 days US$150.00 pp; 29 to 15 days 50% of total cost; 14 or less no refunds. INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is US$340-$655. Have your Travel Agent call Tara Tours Inc. for further information.
Visiting Lima, Trujillo, Chan-Chan, Chiclayo-Sipan, The Nazca Lines, Cuzco "Capital of the Inca Empire" and the Lost City Of the Inkas "Machu Picchu" Lake Tititcaca "The Highest Navigable Lake in the World", Arequipa the "White City " and the Mighty Amazon Jungle
21 DAYS/20 NIGHTS Independent departures – Locally hosted
Day 01 U.S.A-LIMA : Depart for Lima, Peru. Upon arrival you will be taken to hotel selected. (Dinner on board ). DAY 02 LIMA: Morning sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks. Afternoon guided tour of the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches...Return to the hotel for overnight. (B) DAY 03 LIMA-CHICLAYO: Transfer to airport for flight to Chiclayo, which is about 550 miles north of Lima, burgeoning commercial center and capital of the department of Lambayeque. The area is known for its religious festivals and archaeological sites. This area seems it was the heart of the Moche civilization. Your tour guide will take you to visit the Bruning Museum to appreciate fascinating ceramics, metal objects and textiles from the region, then to the ruins of Tocume. (B,L) DAY 04 CHICLAYO-TRUJILLO: In the morning, visit the famous archaeological site of Sipan " The richest discovery of the Americas" and Pampa Grande. Return to Chiclayo and continue by bus to Trujillo. Overnight at hotel selected. (B,L) DAY 05 TRUJILLO: Morning tour of Trujillo, "City of Eternal Spring", still remains in all of its colonial grandeur, built to please the reigning viceroy after Francisco Pizarro founded it in 1536. Afternoon visit "Chan-Chan" -the imperial city of the mighty Chimu Kings who ruled an agricultural empire that extended all the way into present day Ecuador, long before the Inkas existed. Tour of the ruins and visit to Huaca del Sol (Sun) and the Huaca de La Luna (Moon). (B) DAY 06 TRUJILLO-LIMA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with transfer to hotel selected. (B) DAY 07 LIMA-NAZCA Transfer to the airport for your 40 minute flight to Nazca. Then for about 45 minutes, fly over the Nazca plains in light aircraft. The fabulous pre-Inca lines, huge birds that resemble a landing field, geometrical lines, spirals, etc. Lunch at Hotel Las Dunas in Ica and visit the Archaeological Museum. Early in the afternoon return to Lima and transfer to your hotel. (B,L) DAY 08 LIMA-AREQUIPA: Transfer to the airport for flight to Arequipa also known as "The White City" because of the many buildings constructed of white volcanic rock. Providing a beautiful backdrop - the Volcano "El Misti" stands at 19,200 feet . Upon arrival you will be taken to hotel selected . In the afternoon tour of the city -whose restored colonial architecture gilded churches vividly illustrate Peru in the days of the Viceroys, then your tour guide will take you to visit the famous Monastery of Santa Catalina which was closed to the public for more than 300 years. (B). DAY 09 AREQUIPA-CHIVAY: Full day excursion to see the deepest
canyon in the world "Colca" and with good luck you will see one of the
biggest birds on earth "The Condors". The canyon Is reached via new
paved roads that both leave from Arequipa city and lead to the small town of
Chivay. The shortest road is 92 miles it takes about 2 1/2 hours approx. It
travels northwest from Arequipa towards Yura and then climbs to the "puna"
or high plateau and desolate plains of Pampa Cañahuas and Tocra. This is the
area inhabited by Vicuñas, Huanacos and Chinchillas. This rewarding area is
also rich in native flora of the Andean Paramo with spectacular views of the
Andean mountains and volcanos. Overnight in Chivay at hotel selected. (B,L) DAY 10 CHIVAY-COLCA-PUNO: Board the tour bus that will take you from Chivay to Puno going thru Patapampa pass at 15,600 feet high. You will have great views of the Chanchani Volcano. Continue and see Vicunas on the way belonging to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca reserve. Then to Lagunillas (small lake) where you will see Andean Flamingos and others birds and finally you will get to the high pass called “Cruce Alto” at 14,500 feet high, then down to Juliaca and Puno. Overnight in Puno at hotel selected. (B) DAY 11 PUNO: In the morning, depart for Lake Titicaca " the highest navigable lake in the world", at 12,000 feet high- to visit one of the oldest races of man -The Uros- You will see them standing on their floating islands made of reeds. Afternoon free(B) DAY 12 PUNO-CUZCO: Early in the morning board the tour bus for picturesque ride thru the Andean mountains. Stops will be made at Pucara where you'll find an interesting small museum with some statues from the Pucaras - a Pre-Inka civilization. Continue to "La Raya Pass" at 14,500 feet high with spectacular views of the white snow peaks. Time to take some pictures. Then, buffet lunch at typical restaurant. Next stop at Raqchi, where a 6 mile Inka wall surrounds the Temple of the Inka God Wiracocha. Final stop at pretty town Andean town of Andahuaylillas, noted for its colonial chapel with beautiful Creole frescoes –also call the Sixtine Chapel of South America. Arrive in Cuzco by 4-5pm and transfer to your hotel. (B) DAY 13 CUZCO: In the morning, sightseeing tour of Cuzco -the center of the universe for the Inka civilization- visiting the Temple of Koricancha or Sun God, the Cathedral the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay.(B) DAY 14 CUZCO-PISAC-OLLANTAYTAMBO: Full day excursion to visit one of the most colorful native markets of the Americas. (Only Tue, Thu and Sun). Hundreds of indigenous people come to the town of Pisac to exchange or buy products wearing their unique customes. After lunch, continue to Ollantaytambo to visit the famous fortress and the archeological site. Return to Cuzco for overnight. (B,L) DAY 15 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU: Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inca civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 1 1/2 hour trip with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Incas. Overnight in Machu Picchu at hotel selected (B) DAY 16 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: At leisure to explore the Lost City on your own. Mid-afternoon return by train to Cuzco and your hotel. (B) DAY 17 CUZCO-LIMA : Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima and transfer to your hotel. DAY 18 IQUITOS - EXPLORAMA LODGE Reception at the airport, brief city orientation and transfer to the Explorama dock. Fifty mile journey down the Amazon River to Yanamono Stream where Explorama Lodge is located. Afternoon hike along the "Lake trail" through lowland rainforest which is seasonally flooded. During the high water season, this excursion is done by canoe! Night walk or canoe ride to enjoy the sounds of the rainforest and stars of the Southern sky. (B,L,D) ABOUT EXPLORAMA: Established in 1965, 80 km. (50 mi.) down the MAIN AMAZON RIVER, the Lodge is deep in primary jungle and offers two days or longer excursions. Romantic kerosene torches and lamps illuminate palm-thatched houses with 10 to 17 sleeping rooms. Covering connecting walkways lead to the Tahuampa Bar, the Dining Room, the Sun Porch and two Hammock Houses. Showers and toilet facilities adjoin each house. A variety of treks are offered, including the Seven Bridges Trail. DAY 19 EXPLORAMA LODGE Morning walk along the "Bushmaster Trail", where scientific studies by the Missouri Botanical Gardens have found the world's highest biodiversity of trees per square hectare. Your guide will point out many plants used in medicine today and many that we may use in the future. Afternoon canoe trip along the Amazon in search of either of the two species of freshwater dolphin found in the river and a chance for an afternoon swim. (B,L,D) DAY 20 - EXPLORAMA LODGE - IQUITOS Morning walk along a local Amazon River trail with stops along the way to visit the local "ribereños" or river people, visit a river school, see the local sugar cane rum factory and visit our resident American medical doctor in her clinic sponsored by the Rotary Club. Transfer back to Iquitos for your departure flight to Lima and to hotel selected. (B) DAY 21 LIMA-U.S.A: Transfer to the airport for flight to Miami, New York or Los Angeles. Along the many souvenirs, you will carry memories of your unforgettable journey through the Land of the Incas- Peru. (B)
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 20 nights including room taxes and service charges.· Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. · Tours as mentioned including entrance fees and English speaking tour guide. · Tips to airport porters. · Meals as noted in itinerary B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner. · Round trip airfare from Miami to Lima via American Airlines. Local airfare Lima-Chiclayo...Trujilo-Lima-Arequipa-Cuzco -Lima- Iquitos -Lima and flight to Ica-Nazca.
NOT INCLUDED: • International airfare. • Meals, unless specified in itinerary • Insurance.• Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call) • Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. • Re-entry fee to Machu Picchu $32.00
2012 LAND TOUR RATES: Includes local airfare Lima-Arequipa....Cuzco-Lima-Iquitos-Lima
INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED
3* Hotels: LIMA=Faraona; CHICLAYO= Garza; TRUJILLO= Gran Marquez; CUZCO= Dorado; M.PICCHU=Machu Picchu Inn; PUNO= Casa Andina; AREQUIPA= La Grutta or Jerusalem
4* Hotels: LIMA=Suites Las Palmeras; CHICLAYO= Gran Hotel; TRUJILLO= El Golf; CUZCO= Novotel; M.PICCHU=El Pueblo; PUNO= Esteves; AREQUIPA= Libertador
5*HOTELS: LIMA=Marriott; CHICLAYO= Gran Hotel; TRUJILLO= Libertador; CUZCO= Monasterio; M.PICCHU=El Pueblo; PUNO= Esteves; AREQUIPA= Libertador (For overnight at Machu Picchu Sanctuary -please add $350 per person...Includes Breakfast, lunch and dinner.)
SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$550-750 plus taxes ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN or LAN AIRLINES: For same package..... Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
ZONES: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
DEPOSITS: US$500.00 at the time of booking. FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: Prior to departure: at any time US$150.00 per person;45 to 30 days US$200.00 pp; 29 to 15 days 50% of total cost; 14 or less no refunds. INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insure America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is US$407-$805. Have your Travel Agent call Tara Tours Inc. for further information
Visiting Lima, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Iquitos and cruising the mighty Amazon River
10 days/ 9 nights DAY 01 TUE. USA-LIMA: Depart USA for Lima, Peru. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and taken to hotel Costa del Sol by Lima Airport. DAY 02 WED. LIMA-CUZCO: Transfer to the airport for flight to Cuzco, where you will be met and taken to your hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cuzco -the center of the universe for the Inca civilization- visiting the Temple of Koricancha or Sun God, the Cathedral and the ruins nearby such as, Kenko,Puca-Pucara,Tambomachay and Sacsayhuaman an impressive megalithic construction, strategically placed on a hill overlooking the city of Cusco. Overnight at Hotel Dorado.. (B).See City of Cuzco-Map DAY 03 THU. CUZCO-PISAC-OLLANTAYTAMBO Full day excursion to visit the colorful indigenous market of Pisac where hundreds of natives come to town wearing their unique customs, to exchange or buy products. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue with your tour guide to see and learn about Ollantaytambo A typical town of Inka origin. Return to Cuzco late afternoon. Hotel Dorado (B,L) DAY 04 FRI. CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning transfer to the train station for your 3 1/2 hour trip -with spectacular views of the the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range, to Machu Picchu, where your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Inkas. Return to Cuzco and transfer to Hotel Dorado. (B) DAY 05 SAT. CUZCO Day at leisure to explore the oldest city in the Americas, Cuzco on your own. You will find Inka Palaces with Spanish buildings on top, aqueducts and monuments. This is a great place to buy gold and silver, alpaca rugs, sweaters and more. (B)
DAY 06 SUN. LIMA-IQUITOS-DELFIN II RIVER CRUISE
Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima with further
connection to Iquitos. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by bus to
Nauta in order to board the DELFIN. After settling into your comfortable cabin,
you will be part of a select group who visit the remote Pacaya-Samiria Reserve.
After being served dinner in a gourmet setting, your guides will conduct a brief
orientation outlining the details of your journey, and later you have time to
relax and be entertained with live music. (B, D) During dry Season (Jun – Nov) Hiking at the community of Yanallpa; explore two different kinds of ecosystems, see a variety of wildlife, and visit a lovely lagoon filled with endangered and unique freshwater fish. Board the skiffs to continue upstream, have a gourmet lunch, and continue with the El Dorado River exploration, where you will experience an unforgettable encounter with gray and pink river dolphins, and enjoy a unique opportunity to swim among the dolphins. (B,L,D)
DAY 08 TUE. Pacaya River – Atun Poza Lagoon Dry Season (Jun – Nov) Hike through the pristine and unique ecosystem at lake Atun Poza, passing through a classic tropical rainforest where you will find the giant ceiba or kapok tree, giant otters, and various species of birds. After your hike, go back to the vessel for your briefing and review. Leaving behind the wildlife, enjoy our Farewell Dinner, and some live music before you retire. (B,L,D)
DAY 09 WED
Yarapa River – Puerto Miguel Village – Nauta -IQUITOS-LIMA At night transfer to the airport for flight to USA and homeward bound. (B)
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including room taxes and service charges. (3 night cruise aboard the M/V Delfin II. All shore and boat excursions. * ). • Daily breakfast.• Transfers to/from airport and train station. • Tours as mentioned including entrance fees. • English speaking tour guide. • Tips to airport and hotel porters. • Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima-Iquitos-Lima and International portion Miami-Lima-Miami via Lan or American Airlines.
NOT INCLUDED: • Meals, unless specified in itinerary. • Insurance. • Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • Airport departure taxes when leaving USA departure tax $88-120 (Inc. USA airport tax/security/fuel surcharges....Subject to change) • Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00.
See add-ons below from other USA cities *From Jan.02 to Apr.16 and Jun.15 to Aug.15 add $100 pp. From Dec.10 to 31 -please add $250 per person. AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. See City of Cuzco-Map NOTE: If you already have your own airfare -please deduct $500 for the international air portion only.
ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: For same package..... Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
ZONES: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insured America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $235 per person (see inclusions in Insurance section in our web site).
DEPOSITS: US$300.00 at the time of booking.
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure (airfare may need to be done in advance)
Touring the Lost City of the Inkas "Machu Picchu with a private guide"
7 days/5 nights Daily departures
DAY 01 U.S.A-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. (Overnight flight).
Arrive very early morning in Lima. After going through customs and immigration, you will be met and walked to the domestic flight section of Lima airport for flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel selected (see options below). Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. DAY 03 CUZCO In the afternoon enjoy a half day visit of the magical city of Cuzco as you drive through the main streets with their Inca walls. Visit the Qorikancha (Sun Temple) now referred to as Santo Domingo Church. The curved stonework of the temple is probably unequalled in the world. During the Inca period, the stones were covered with gold. The Cathedral, a real piece of art with hundreds of paintings. Then, visit the archaeological sites that surround Cusco: the Saqsayhuaman Fortress, an amazing site with huge stone constructions. The site has a great cosmic energy - that is why people think it was an astronomic observatory and an Inca oracle. Also visit Q’enqo, a place that was used for worship and ceremonial center and Tambomachay -the Inka Spa. Overnite at hotel selected. (B) DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by bus & train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning transfer to the rail station to board the train to Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes. The scenery is simply spectacular, and the recently refurbished Vistadome Trains with their panoramic windows allow you to enjoy it in comfort. The 3 hour journey takes you through a changing landscape, passing by lush, green fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes.
On arrival in Machu Picchu your private guide will
be waiting for you . You will be transfer by small buses
to the entrance of the ruins to commence our touring. Machu Picchu rises to an
altitude of 7,900 ft. above sea level between the Huayna Picchu (young peak) and
Machu Picchu (old peak). It lies within the spectacular framework provided by
the exuberant vegetation of nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins
are situated on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the
agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings,
canalizations), and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares, royal
houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious
buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The construction was with general
use of stone, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with ichu
straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination for protection against
earthquakes. Overnight in the village of Aguas Calientes, just at bottom of Machu
Picchu. (B) DAY 05 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You can go back to the Lost City and visit this magnificent archeological site at your own pace or do some trekking...or stay in Aguas Calientes and visit the local market or the thermal baths. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel. (B) DAY 06 CUZCO At leisure. The city of Cuzco is like an open museum, wherever you go you will find ancient Inka streets, palaces, colonial mansions from the Spaniards conquistadores or just take advantage of great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, alpaca rugs, gold and silver jewelry....plenty of things to do and see.... (B). DAY 07 CUZCO-LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima where you will be connecting with your international flight back to USA. (B). EXTENSION TO LIMA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 5 nights including room taxes and service charges. (4 nights in Cuzco and one night in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu). Daily breakfast. Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train station. City tour is in seat in car basis and the tour to Machu Picchu is private. Entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets and English speaking tour guide. Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima via Lan Peru or similar.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. ·Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance -Cost for this program $129 to $200 per person -by Insure America. Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Cuzco $4.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. USA departure tax/security/fuel surcharges of $88 (changes daily...please call your Travel Agent or Tara Tours for an update on this charges)
LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON (includes local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima)
International air fare not included. Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
HOTELS USED: 3 Stars: Andenes de Saphi in Cuzco; Inti Inn in Aguas Calientes. 4 Stars: Dorado or Sonesta Cuzco in Cuzco; El Mapi or Andina Luxury in Aguas Calientes 5 Stars: Libertador Palacio del Inka (Superior rooms) or Aranwa Cuzco (Deluxe room). Inkaterra or Sumaq in Aguas Calientes (Inkaterra and Sumaq hotels offer Breakfast and dinner)
ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: Add $300 from LAX, SFO, DEN, LAS; Add $200 from ATL, ORL, SJU, TPA & ZONE 1; Add $250 from DFW, HOU & ZONE 2; Add $300 from BDL, BOS, BWI, CHI, EWR, NYC, WAS, ZONE 3;. Add $350 from JAC, PDX, SEA and ZONE 4,5,6. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
Zones: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA
OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO THE AMAZON JUNGLE (TAMBOPATA or IQUITOS) 3 day/2 night program at the Explorama Lodge (Iquitos) located on the Amazon river or at the Sandoval Lodge (located in Tambopata). INCLUDING: transfers on arrival & departure by bus-boat, jungle walks, all meals while at the camps, English speaking tour guides and airfare to Iquitos(from Lima) or Tambopata (from Cuzco).
EXPLORAMA LODGE: DBL $736; TRP $673; SGL $925 SANDOVAL LODGE: DBL $493; TRP $484; SGL $592 Rates Per Person.
MACHU PICCHU AND LAKE TITICACA
Visiting Cuzco, "Machu Picchu with a private guide" & Lake Titicaca
9 days/7 nights Daily departures -Locally hosted DAY 01 U.S.A-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. (Overnight flight). DAY 02 LIMA-CUZCO
DAY 03 CUZCO In the afternoon enjoy a half day visit of the magical city of Cuzco as you drive through the main streets with their Inca walls. Visit the Qorikancha (Sun Temple) now referred to as Santo Domingo Church. The curved stonework of the temple is probably unequalled in the world. During the Inca period, the stones were covered with gold. The Cathedral, a real piece of art with hundreds of paintings. Then, visit the archaeological sites that surround Cusco: the Saqsayhuaman Fortress, an amazing site with huge stone constructions. The site has a great cosmic energy - that is why people think it was an astronomic observatory and an Inca oracle. Also visit Q’enqo, a place that was used for worship and ceremonial center and Tambomachay -the Inka Spa. Overnite at hotel selected. (B) DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by bus & train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization.
Early morning transfer to the
rail station to board the train to Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu
Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes. The scenery is simply
spectacular, and the recently refurbished Vistadome Trains with their
panoramic windows allow you to enjoy it in comfort. The 3 hour journey takes
you through a chang On arrival in Machu Picchu your private guide will be waiting for you . You will be transfer by small buses to the entrance of the ruins to commence our touring. Machu Picchu rises to an altitude of 7,900 ft. above sea level between the Huayna Picchu (young peak) and Machu Picchu (old peak). It lies within the spectacular framework provided by the exuberant vegetation of nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins are situated on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings, canalizations), and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares, royal houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The construction was with general use of stone, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with ichu straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination for protection against earthquakes. Overnight in the village of Aguas Calientes, just at bottom of Machu Picchu.(B) DAY 05 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You can go back to the Lost City and visit this magnificent archeological site at your own pace or do some trekking...or stay in Aguas Calientes and visit the local market or the thermal baths. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel (B) DAY 06 CUZCO At leisure. The city of Cuzco is like an open museum, wherever you go you will find ancient Inka streets, palaces, colonial mansions from the Spaniards conquistadores or just take advantage of great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, alpaca rugs, gold and silver jewelry....plenty of things to do and see.... (B). DAY 07 CUZCO-PUNO MOTORCOACH TOUR
Depart Cuzco about 7.30am for a picturesque bus ride thru the
Andean mountains. Stops will be made at
Andahuaylillas,
noted
DAY 08 PUNO & LAKE TITICACA In the morning, depart for Lake Titicaca " the highest navigable lake in the world", at 12,000 feet high- to visit one of the oldest races of man -The Uros- You will see them standing on their floating islands made of reeds. Return to your hotel and afternoon at leisure to explore Puno and surroundings. (B) DAY 09 PUNO-LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima and connections.. (B) EXTENSION TO LIMA, NAZCA AND THE REST OF PERU AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
3 Stars: Andenes de Saphi in Cuzco; Inti Inn in Aguas Calientes; Casa Andina Classic in Puno 4 Stars: Dorado or Sonesta Cuzco in Cuzco; El Mapi or Andina Luxury in Aguas Calientes; Casa Andina Private C. in Puno 5 Stars: Libertador or Aranwa in Cuzco; Inkaterra or Sumaq in Aguas Calientes; Libertador Esteves in Puno
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 7 nights including room taxes and service charges. (4 nights in Cuzco, 1 night in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu, 2 nights in Puno). Daily breakfast. Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train stations. City tour is in seat in car basis and the tour to Machu Picchu is private. Entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets and English speaking tour guide. Boat trip on Lake Titicaca. Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Cuzco and Puno-Lima via Lan Peru or similar.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. ·Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance - Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Cuzco $4.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. USA departure tax.
HOTELS: For hotel locations in Cuzco......See City of Cuzco-Map
COLCA CANYON, CUZCO, MACHU PICCHU,
Visiting Cuzco, "Machu Picchu with a private guide" & Lake Titicaca, Chivay, The Colca Canyon & Arequipa
11 days/9 nights Daily departures -Locally hosted DAY 01 U.S.A-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. (Overnight flight). DAY 02 LIMA-CUZCO
DAY 03 CUZCO In the afternoon enjoy a half day visit of the magical city of Cuzco as you drive through the main streets with their Inca walls. Visit the Qorikancha (Sun Temple) now referred to as Santo Domingo Church. The curved stonework of the temple is probably unequalled in the world. During the Inka period, the stones were covered with gold. The Cathedral, a real piece of art with hundreds of paintings. Then, visit the archaeological sites that surround Cusco: the Saqsayhuaman Fortress, an amazing site with huge stone constructions. The site has a great cosmic energy - that is why people think it was an astronomic observatory and an Inca oracle. Also visit Q’enqo, a place that was used for worship and ceremonial center and Tambomachay -the Inka Spa. Overnite at hotel selected. (B) DAY 04 CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU
Full day
excursion by bus & train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the
Inka civilization.
Early morning transfer to the rail station to board the train to Machu Picchu. The train journey to Machu Picchu is a highlight of any trip to the Andes. The scenery is simply spectacular, and the recently refurbished Vistadome Trains with their panoramic windows allow you to enjoy it in comfort. The 3 hour journey takes you through a change landscape, passing by lush, green fields and colorful villages in the foothills of the Andes. On arrival in Machu Picchu your private guide will be waiting for you . You will be transfer by small buses to the entrance of the ruins to commence our touring. Machu Picchu rises to an altitude of 7,900 ft. above sea level between the Huayna Picchu (young peak) and Machu Picchu (old peak). It lies within the spectacular framework provided by the exuberant vegetation of nearby jungle and the rugged landscape. The ruins are situated on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two different areas: the agricultural and the urban. The latter includes the civil sector (dwellings, canalizations), and the sacred sector (temples, mausoleums, squares, royal houses). Although constructions show different levels of architecture, religious buildings exhibit a high degree of perfection. The construction was with general use of stone, and the roofs were built of tree trunks and thatched with ichu straw. The walls were made with an inward inclination for protection against earthquakes. Overnight in the village of Aguas Calientes, just at bottom of Machu Picchu. (B,L) DAY 05 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own. You can go back to the Lost City and visit this magnificent archeological site at your own pace or do some trekking...or stay in Aguas Calientes and visit the local market or the thermal baths. Afternoon return to Cuzco by train with transfer to your hotel (B)
At leisure. The city of Cuzco is like an open museum, wherever you go you will find ancient Inka streets, palaces, colonial mansions from the Spaniards conquistadores or just take advantage of great bargains such as sweaters, ponchos, alpaca rugs, gold and silver jewelry....plenty of things to do and see.... (B). DAY 07 CUZCO-PUNO MOTORCOACH TOUR Depart Cuzco about 7.30am for a picturesque bus ride thru the Andean mountains. Stops will be made at Andahuaylillas, noted for its colonial chapel with beautiful Creole frescoes –also call the Sixtine Chapel of South America, then Raqchi, where a 6 mile Inka wall surrounds the Temple of the Inka God Wiracocha. Continue to "La Raya Pass" at 14,500 feet high with spectacular views of the white snow peaks. Time to take some pictures. Then, buffet lunch at typical restaurant.. Final stop will be made at Pucara where you'll find an interesting small museum with some statues from the Pucaras - a Pre-Inka civilization. Arrive in Puno and transfer to your hotel. (B,L) DAY 08 PUNO & LAKE TITICACA
In the morning, depart for Lake
Titicaca " the highest navigable lake in the
world", at 12,000 feet high- to visit one of the oldest races of man -The
Uros- You will see them standing on their floating islands made of reeds.
Return to your hotel and afternoon at leisure to explore Puno and
surroundings. (B) DAY 09 PUNO-CHIVAY (COLCA)
Board the tour bus that will take you from Puno to Chivay.
You will get to the high pass called “Cruce Alto” at 14,500 feet high, then
down to Lagunillas (small lake) where you will see Andean Flamingos and
others birds. Continue and see Vicunas on the way belonging to the Salinas
and Aguada Blanca reserve. Along the way you’ll have spectacular views of
the Volcano Chachani. After reaching the final pass Patapampa at 15,600 feet
continue driving down to Chivay. In the afternoon there is an optional visit
to the thermal springs & pools in La Calera with water temperatures up to
40ºC (this optional visit to the hot springs is for passengers staying at
any hotel located in Chivay only). Overnight in Chivay. (B)
LAND TOUR RATES PER PERSON (includes local airfare Lima-Cuzco & Arequipa-Lima)
International airfare not included. Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
HOTELS USED: 3 Stars: Andenes de Saphi in Cuzco; Inti Inn in Aguas Calientes; Casa Andina Classic in Puno, Colca & Arequipa 4 Stars: Dorado or Sonesta Cuzco in Cuzco; El Mapi or Andina Luxury in Aguas Calientes; Casa Andina Private in Puno; Colca Lodge in Colca and Sonesta in Arequipa. 5 Stars: Libertador or Aranwa in Cuzco; Inkaterra or Sumaq in Aguas Calienter; Libertador in Puno, Casitas del Colca in Colca and Casa Andina Private Collection in Arequipa.
INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED: Sample air cost from Miami to Lima RT US$550-750 via American or Lan Airlines (see add-ons below from more than 100 USA cities)
INCLUDED: Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including room taxes and service charges. (4 nights in Cuzco, 1 night in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu, 2 nights in Puno, 1 in Chivay (Colca) and 1 in Arequipa). Daily breakfast. Transfers to/from airport, hotels and train stations. City tour is in seat in car basis and the tour to Machu Picchu is private. Entrance fees, train tickets, Cuzco archaeological tax, bus tickets and English speaking tour guide. Boat trip on Lake Titicaca. Tips to airport porters. Local airfare Lima-Cuzco and Arequipa-Lima via Lan Peru or similar.
NOT INCLUDED: International airfare. ·Meals, unless specified in itinerary. Insurance - Tips to tour guide or bus driver. Any other service not mentioned in itinerary; Airport departure taxes -Lima and Cuzco $4.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00. USA departure tax.
HOTELS: For hotel locations in Cuzco......See City of Cuzco-Map
HOTELS USED ON A BUDGET : 3 Star Hotels: Cuzco=Andenes de Saphi; Aguas Calientes=Inti Inn; Puno= Casa Andina Plaza; Chivay (Colca) Casa Andina; Arequipa=Casa Andina Classic 4 Stars Hotels: Cuzco= Dorado; Aguas Calientes=Mapi Inn; Puno= Casa Andina Private Collection; Chivay (Colca) Colca Lodge; Arequipa =Posada Sonesta 5 Stars Hotels: Cuzco= Libertador; Aguas Calientes=Inkaterra; Puno=Libertador; Chivay (Colca) Colca Lodge; Arequipa =Libertador
AVAILABLE upon request Monasterio, Machu Picchu Sanctuary, Casitas de Colca... email us your request. We custom made itineraries for the last 31 years..... Puno=Casa Andina Private C.
Aqua River Boat for 4 days & Machu Picchu
Cruising the Amazon River aboard deluxe Aqua for 3 nights and exploring the Inka ruins of Machu Picchu
Day 01 Friday MIAMI-LIMA Depart USA for Lima, Peru. Arrive and transfer to hotel COSTA DEL SOL by the Lima airport. Day 02
Saturday : Lima-Iquitos-Amazon River This
morning your Park Ranger will tell
you all about sustainable resource management projects in Amazonia. After lunch and a siesta, your naturalist guide
will take you on a Monkey and Dolphin Expedition. You are likely to see all four
of the most common species of freshwater dolphins—including the unusual pink
ones—Later, keep your eyes directed toward the jungle
canopy, where you can spot at least 10 of the 13 species of monkeys resident in
the National Park, including tamarins and howler, woolly, and pigmy marmoset
monkeys. After dinner, an optional night excursion. (B,L,D) Day 06 Wednesday: LIMA-CUZCO Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel LIBERTADOR (deluxe rooms). Morning best to rest and get used to the high altitude. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Cuzco, the most important city in The Inka Empire with stops at the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), main square, the Cathedral and visit to the ruins nearby such as Sacsayhuaman Fortress, Kenko, Puca-Pucara and the Inka Spa of Tambomachay. (B) See City of Cuzco-Map Day 07 Thursday: CUZCO-MACHU PICCHU Full day excursion by train to the most mysterious and energetic place of the Inka civilization. Early morning your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the train station for your 3 1/2 hour trip with spectacular views of the Urubamba River and the Andean mountain range to Machu Picchu. Temples, palaces, towers and staircases are built into the side of the mountain. Here your tour guide will take you from site to site explaining the advanced world of the Inkas. Overnight in Machu Picchu at Hotel Sumaq or Inkaterra Pueblo (B,L,D) Day 08 Friday: MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO Day at leisure to explore Machu Picchu on your own, take pictures, meditate or explore the surrounding areas of Huayna Picchu or go the Sun Gate or main entrance to Machu Picchu coming from the Inka Trail , or visit the small town of Aguas Calientes and its thermal baths . Mid-afternoon return to Cuzco. Transfer to hotel LIBERTADOR (deluxe rooms). (B) Day 09 Saturday: CUZCO-LIMA Arrive in Lima and transfer to hotel RADISSON MIRAFLORES. Afternoon sightseeing tour of modern and colonial Lima the "City of Kings" founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1,535 and the most important city in the Americas during the Spanish Viceroyship. You will be passing by Miraflores and San Isidro, the old district of Rimac, Main Square , the Cathedral, San Francisco Church, Torre Tagle Palace and many other landmarks, then visit the Larco Herrera museum which holds the most important archeological collection of ancient Peru with more than 45,000 pieces carefully classified including gold, silver, textiles and the famous erotic collection from the Moches...Return to the hotel for overnight (B) Day 10 Sunday LIMA-USA Transfer to the airport for flight back to USA.(B)
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Hotel accommodations for 9 nights including room taxes and service charges. (3 night cruise aboard the deluxe Aqua with all meals, shore and boat excursions, Suite accommodations). • Daily breakfast.• Transfers to/from airport and train station (private transfers in Lima & Cuzco). • Tours as mentioned including entrance fees. • English speaking tour guide (private tours in Cuzco and Machu Picchu) • Tips to airport and hotel porters. • Local airfare Lima-Cuzco-Lima-Iquitos-Lima.
NOT INCLUDED: International portion Miami-Lima-Miami via Lan or American Airlines • Meals, unless specified in itinerary. • Insurance. • Tips to tour guide or bus driver. • Any other service not mentioned in itinerary. • Airport departure taxes when leaving USA departure tax $88-120 (Inc. USA airport tax/security/fuel surcharges....Subject to change) • Lima and Cuzco $5.00 each and upon leaving Peru $30.00.
Aproximate cost airfare from Miami US$550-750 plus taxes. If you need international airfare, please call your travel agent or Tara Tours at 1-800-327-0080 or e-mail us at: tara@taratours.com
INSURANCE: Tara Tours Inc. strongly recommends that you purchased travel insurance. Insured America has designed a policy for Tara Tours clients. Cost for this program is $235 per person (see inclusions here I nsurance).
DEPOSITS: US$500.00 at the time of booking.
FINAL PAYMENT: 60 days before departure.
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DAY 06 CUZCO
Picchu or go the Sun Gate or main entrance to Machu Picchu coming from the Inka Trail , or visit the small town of Aguas Calientes and
its thermal baths . Mid-afternoon return to Cuzco. Transfer to hotel selected. (B)
DAY 02 TUE or FRI : LIMA-CHICLAYO-SIPAN
and
staircases are built into the side of the mountain of Machu Picchu. Here, your
tour guide will explain the advanced world of the Incas.
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
: 
Day
12 MACHU PICCHU-CUZCO: 
DAY 02 LIMA-CUZCO
Arrive
very early morning in Lima. After going through customs and immigration, you
will be met and walked to the domestic flight section of Lima airport for
flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel selected.
Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. 
ing
landscape, passing by lush, green fields and colorful villages in the
foothills of the Andes. 
for
its colonial chapel with beautiful Creole frescoes –also call the
Arrive
very early morning in Lima. After going through customs and immigration, you
will be met and walked to the domestic flight section of Lima airport for
flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco you will be taken to hotel selected.
Balance of day to rest and get used to the high altitude. 
at 12,074 ft almost twice as deep as
Colorado’s Grand Canyon. Return to Chivay for lunch and continue on for a 3
hour commute to Arequipa the “The White City”. Most of the colonial area was
built with the white volcanic lava rock called sillar from El Misti.
Overnight at hotel selected. (B)
