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Peru
Once the center of the Inca Empire, Peru is the
ultimate cultural destination. Experience living history
as you discover Lima's Spanish colonial heritage,
browse Indian markets, and one of the country's
most spectacular Inca sites: the fabled Machu Picchu.
Planning tips for Peru:
Climate: Coastal Lima enjoys a mild climate year-round. The jungle areas are
always hot and humid with the rainy season between Nov.-May. In Cuzco's
high altitude (11,444 ft.), the average daily temperature is around 50°F and
nights are cold. The rainy season there is from Dec.-Apr. Arequipa enjoys an
average temperature around 70°F with rain mostly between Jan.-Mar.
Language: Spanish.
Time Zone: Same as US Eastern Standard Time.
Currency: Nuevo Sol.
Entry Requirements for US Citizens: Passport.
Immunizations: Yellow Fever immunization is strongly recommended for
travelers to the Amazon region.
travel Times
Lima to
Arequipa
Cuzco
Iquitos
Nazca
Mode
Time
Sun Trek Trail
Lake Titicaca
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Cuzco to
Arequipa
Mode
1½ hrs
1¼ hrs
1¾ hrs
Lima
4½ hrs
Time
Machu Picchu
Puerto
Maldonado
Puno
+
1 hr
4½ hrs
1 hr
LLama
10 hrs
8 hrs
2 hrs
Recommended Independent Vacations To Peru
Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley
Cuzco
Lima
Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley
Cuzco
Lima
Plaza de Armas, Cuzco
Hiram Bingham train to Machu Picchu
Peru Short & Sweet
Luxury Peru Short & Sweet
This package was built for those that want to see all that Machu
Picchu and its surroundings have to offer in just a week's time.
Luxury properties and impeccable service welcome you on your
stylish trip of a lifetime to wondrous Peru.
6 nights Includes
6 nights Includes
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Cuzco -
• International air from Miami
• All air & ground transfers +
Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
• 1 night Lima
• 2 nights Sacred Valley
• Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Departs daily from Lima
ruins tour + lunch
• 1 night Machu Picchu
• Private guided tour of Machu
Picchu + lunch
• 2 nights Cuzco
• City & ruins tour
• Daily breakfast
7 days/6 nights from $3,429pp
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Cuzco -
Departs daily from Lima
• International air from Miami
• All air & ground transfers + Hiram
Bingham train to Machu Picchu
• 1 night Lima
• 2 nights Sacred Valley
• Lunch & Paso Horse Exhibition
Wayra Ranch
• Private Pisac Market &
Ollantaytambo ruins tour + lunch
• 1 night Machu Picchu
• Private guided tour of Machu
Picchu + lunch
• 2 nights Cuzco
• Infinity City tour & dinner at the
Pre-Columbian Art Museum
• VIP package including 24 hour
personal concierge
• Daily breakfast
7 days/6 nights from $5,295pp
Includes international air from MIA (see full details on pg 115). Pricing based on the following
properties: Dazzler, Lima; Sol y Luna, Sacred Valley; Sumaq, Machu Picchu; Novotel, Cuzco. Hotel
upgrades available. Not applicable during holiday seasons and other special events.
IIncludes international air from MIA (see full details on pg 115). Pricing based on the following
properties: Marriot, Lima; Tambo del Inka, Sacred Valley; Sumaq, Machu Picchu; JW Marriot, Cuzco.
Hotel upgrades available. Not applicable during holiday seasons and other special events.
Lima
Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley
Cuzco
Lake Titicaca
Machu Picchu
Puno
Ultimate Peru
8 nights Includes
Rich in culture, history, and natural beauty,
Peru is a land of discovery, inviting you to
experience its many wonders.
• International air from Miami
• All air & ground transfers + Vistadome train
to Machu Picchu & bus ticket to Puno
• 2 nights Lima
• Lima City tour
• 1 night Sacred Valley
• Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
Ruins tour + lunch
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu
Picchu, Cuzco & Lake Titicaca -
9 days/8 nights from $4,095pp
Departs daily from Lima
• 1 night Machu Picchu + dinner
• 2 entrances to Machu Picchu
with 1 private guided tour + lunch
• 2 nights Cuzco
• Cuzco City & ruins tour
• 2 nights Puno
• Uros & Taquile Islands tour
• Daily breakfast
Includes international air from MIA (see full details on pg 115). Pricing based on the following properties: Dazzler, Lima; Sol y Luna, Sacred Valley; Sumaq, Machu Picchu; Novotel, Cuzco; Libertador, Puno.
Hotel upgrades available. Not applicable during holiday season and other special events.
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Lima Hotels
Lima Cathedral
Lima
Recommended Hotels
Renowned for its rich Spanish architecture, the
"City of Kings" was founded by Pizarro in 1535.
Cultures past and present are represented in the
outstanding art, archaeological museums, and
cuisine throughout Lima.
Includes
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El Tambo 3
• Private arrival transfer
• 2 nights accommodations
• City tour
• Medical assistance card
• VIP airport lounge access
• Daily breakfast
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Conveniently located just
2 blocks from the main
avenue Jose Larco Miraflores
and 4 blocks from Larcomar,
this modern hotel is ideal for
exploring Lima. 25 rooms.
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Hilton Miraflores 4
7
Doubletree El Pardo 4
8
Casa Andina Private Collection 4
9
Estelar 4
Inviting rooms and modern
amenities located in the
tourist and commercial
center of Miraflores make
Estelar a perfect choice for
finding all that Lima has to
offer. 151 rooms.
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Jose Antonio Miraflores 3
5
Casa Andina Select 3
Superior
6
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hotels?
Allpa 3 , Arawi Miraflores 3 , Casa Andina San Antonio 3 , Posada del Inca Miraflores 3 , San Agustin Exclusive 3 ,
Atton San Isidro 4 , Four Points Sheraton 4 , Novotel 4 , Sheraton 4 , Sonesta Olivar 4 , JW Marriott 5 ,
Swissôtel 5 , Westin Libertador 5 , Country Club Hotel 5 and Ramada Costa del Wymdham Sol Airport 4
Located in the heart of the
traditional Miraflores district
2 blocks from Central Park
and Lima's finest dining and
shopping. 155 rooms.
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3 Hotels from $195pp | Extra night from $55pp
4 Hotels from $295pp | Extra night from $105pp
5 Deluxe Hotels from $515pp | Extra night from $219pp
Traditional Peruvian
architectonic elements
combine with contemporary
décor to create a delightful
ambience in a convenient
Miraflores location.
207 rooms.
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This hotel located in
Miraflores offers comfortable
accommodations near
shopping, dining and more.
84 rooms.
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3
Price is per person, double occupancy
Restaurant
Bar
Located in Miraflores, this
stylish property blends
luxurious amenities and
cutting-edge technology
to provide you the utmost
in comfort. 148 rooms.
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Pool
Beach Access
Dazzler Miraflores 4
In the heart of Miraflores,
this modern hotel is close to
many shops and restaurants.
The rooftop features a
heated swimming pool with
a dazzling view. 140 rooms.
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This modern hotel is
conveniently located in
fashionable Miraflores with
great city views from the
rooftop pool. 151 rooms.
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Belmond Miraflores Park 5
Family Friendly AC Air-Conditioning
Deluxe
Luxury hotel overlooking
the Pacific in the exclusive
Malecon de la Reserva
residential area. Offers
many guest amenities.
82 rooms.
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Romance Property
Lima Experiences & Extras
Peru
Ceviche, a Peruvian specialty
Larco Herrera Museum
Mistura Gastronomy Festival
Luxury Lima
Delight your senses at the largest gastronomy festival in South
America. Peruvian cuisine is a culinary mix of traditional recipes
Ambergris Caye
enhanced by modern techniques. A must-do trip for any foodie
traveler!
Lima is one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan South American
capitals for the discerning traveler to experience. This package
Ambergris Caye
includes some of our favorite one-of-a-kind options for exploring
the rich culinary, indigenous and colonial traditions in the "City of
Kings". Indulge your senses with the best Lima has to offer.
2 nights Includes
2 nights Includes
Departs Sep. 5-14 from Lima
• All ground transfers
• 2 nights Lima
• 1 Mistura Festival entrance + 6 food
vouchers
• Lima Gastronomy tour
• Daily breakfast
3 days/2 nights from $645pp
• Private arrival transfer
• 2 nights Belmond Miraflores Park
• Private Infinity city tour
• Private gastronomy tour
• Private Larco Herrera Museum tour
guided by the museum curator
• 24/7 concierge service
• VIP airport lounge access
• VIP kit
• Daily breakfast
3 days/2 nights from $1,295pp
Lima Extras
Want more
extras?
Lima by night Panoramic Tour with
Magic Fountains - $55
See the city by night featuring a
choreographed dancing water and light
show reaching over 100 feet in the air.
Gastronomy Half-day Tour - $125
Shop the colorful market for
ingredients for your traditional
Peruvian lunch. You will learn
how to make ceviche and the
famous pisco sour.
Private Half-day Exclusive
Shopping Tour - $95
An insider's guide to high-end
jewelry, art, and antique shops
in the San Isidro, Miraflores, and
Barranco neighborhoods.
Lima City Archaeological Museum
& Pisco Sour Class Tour - $155
Visit the modern and colonial
neighborhoods of Lima, then enjoy a
lunch at Bolivariano restaurant famous
for its piscos, where you will try your
hand at Pisco making! Inc. lunch.
Special VIP Upgrade* - $175
Pamper yourself, you deserve it!
This exclusive service includes
24/7 concierge service, flexibility
to make changes to the program,
and surprising details along the way,
arranged to match the preferences of
the traveler.
Long Layover?
We offer the perfect way to take
advantage of your time between
flights! Try the Larco Museum Tour
with dinner at Café del Museo or
Lima City Tour with lunch at Rosa
Nautica. More tours available to/
from airport.
We also offer: • Larco Herrera Museum Half-day Tour • Private Folklore Show & Dinner Tour • Private Artistic & Bohemian
Barranco Tour • Private City & Larco Herrera Museum Tour • Private Taverns & Bars of Lima Tour • Private Nazca Lines & Reserve
Tour • Islas Palomino Tour • Private Caral Ruins Tour. *This upgrade is available throughout your stay in Peru. Tour prices are per person.
Based on two passengers. Visit our website or call us for more details.
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Nazca Lines, Chiclayo & Trujillo, Arequipa & Colca Canyon
Amazon
River
Chiclayo
Trujillo
Lima
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Cuzco
Nazca Lines
Colca Canyon
Arequipa
Mysterious Nazca Lines &
Ballestas Islands
Explore the mysteries and wonders of southern Peru by land,
air and sea. Fly over the Nazca Lines and take a boat tour of the
Ballestas Islands, home to over 150 species of marine birds.
2 nights Includes
Departs daily from Lima
• All transfers + deluxe motor
coach Lima-Paracas
• 2 nights Paracas
• Nazca Lines overflight
3 days/2 nights from $1,289pp
Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa 4
• Private Half-day Tambo
Colorado Ruins
• Ballestas Islands tour
• Pisco Route Tour with Lunch
• Daily breakfast
Paracas Libertador 5
Splendid panoramic views at this beautiful
bayfront property. 115 rooms.
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Deluxe
Located on Paracas Bay, this luxury hotel
offers dazzling architecture in step with the
natural surroundings. 120 rooms.
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Chiclayo & Trujillo
Arequipa & Colca Canyon
On the northern coast of Peru, once the center of the pre-Inca Chimu
and Moche civilizations, Chiclayo is famous for the Tomb of the Lord
of Sipán unearthed in 1987. Outside of Trujillo, the Chimu left the
fascinating "mud city" of Chan Chan.
Known for stunning architecture, delicious cuisine, and its local drink,
pisco, Arequipa is Peru's second most important city. Just 2-hours
north lies magnificent Colca Canyon, famous for pre-Inca terraces and
condors soaring over the world's deepest canyon.
Ambergris
caption Caye
2 nights Includes
Departs daily from Lima
• All air & private ground transfers
• 1 night Chiclayo
• Private Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum
& Tucume
• Private Lord of Sipán &
Site Museum
• 1 night Trujillo
Recommended Hotels
• All air & ground transfers
• 1 night Arequipa
• 1 night Colca Canyon + all meals
• City tour
• Cross of the Condor tour
• Daily breakfast
3 days/2 nights from $849pp
Pricing based on the following properties: Casa Andina Select, Chiclayo; Libertador, Trujillo.
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Departs daily from Cuzco or Lima
Airfare is additional. Call now for our current prices.
3 days/2 nights from $1,415pp
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Ambergris Caye
2 nights Includes
Extras
Pricing based on the following properties: Aranwa, Colca; Libertador, Arequipa.
Regional Highlights
Recommended Vacations
Cuzco, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu Planning Tips
Santa Teresa Trail
Planning tips for Cuzco, Sacred
Valley & Machu Picchu:
Santa Maria
Santa
Teresa
Machu
Picchu
Huayllabamba
28B
Rio Urubamba
Moray
Salkantay
Trail
Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Inca Trail
Mt. Salkantay
Yucay
3s
Poroy
Mode
Time
Maras
Pisac Ruins
Pisac
28
Misminay
Ollantaytambo
28B
Chinchero
Mollepata
Aguas
Machu
Calientes to Picchu
Cuzco
to
CUZCO
Poroy
Pisac
Poroy
Station
Urubamba
Ollantaytambo
Mode
½ hr
1½ hrs
3½ hrs
Time
Climate: The highlands of Peru have two
seasons: the rainy season runs between
January and April and the dry season runs
between May and December. The dry season
is the best time to visit. Crowds are heaviest
during July and August. Cuzco’s average high
temperature ranges between 66oF and 70oF
year-round; average lows range from 34o in
June, July, and August to between 41o and
44o the rest of the year. Short showers are
common in Cuzco, Sacred Valley, and Machu
Picchu throughout the year. We recommend
that you schedule two visits to Machu Picchu
as the citadel is often surrounded by fog and
you'll want a clear view to capture the
perfect photo.
Transportation & Geography: Cuzco is
½ hr
½ hr
Pisac Market
Vistadome Train
Peru
Hiram Bingham Train
1 hr
1½ hrs
typically reached by air from Lima but you
can also reach the city by train or bus from
Puno. We recommend flying to Cuzco and
heading straight to the Sacred Valley for a few
nights to acclimate at a lower altitude. Once
settled, off to iconic Machu Picchu, which
can only be accessed from Aguas Calientes,
the small village near the base of the ruins.
Aguas Calientes can be reached by train
from either Poroy Station (near Cuzco) or
Ollanta Station (near Sacred Valley). Your visit
can be organized as a day-trip from either
location or give yourself the luxury of time by
overnighting. Shuttle buses to the ruins from
Aguas Calientes run frequently from 5:30
am to 5:30 pm and the Machu Picchu Ruins
opens at 6:00 am. After Machu Picchu, spend
a few nights exploring the Inca capital of
Cuzco before continuing to Lake Titicaca, the
Amazonas region, or back to Lima
Luggage: Trains have a strict one carry-on
bag policy. Pack an overnight bag and
store your extra luggage in the Sacred
Valley or Cuzco.
Permits: Inca Trail permits sell out
months ahead of time. Advance purchase
is required for entrance to Machu Picchu
with an additional permit in order to hike the
formidable Wayna Picchu mountain.
Machu Picchu Ruins
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Cuzco Hotels & Extras
Cuzco
Recommended Hotels
Experience the colorful melting pot of the
gateway to Machu Picchu where, at an altitude
of almost 11,200 feet, Inca and Spanish cultures
have redefined local Andean life.
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Maytaq Wasin Boutique Hotel 3
• Arrival ground transfer
• 2 nights accommodations
• City & ruins tour
• Daily breakfast
Cuzco Novotel 4
Family run property
boasting high ceilings and
lots of natural light.
24 Rooms
Price is per person, double occupancy
3 Hotels from $239pp | Extra night from $69pp
4 Hotels from $315pp | Extra night from $95pp
5 Hotels from $389pp | Extra night from $145pp
This charming hotel with a
lovely interior courtyard is a
historic structure dating back
to the 1500s. Most rooms
are in the new section of the
hotel. 99 rooms.
Aranwa Boutique Hotel 5
This chic luxury boutique
hotel was once a colonial
mansion but now offers
elegant oxygenated rooms,
rich art, and lovely gardens.
43 rooms.
San Agustin Plaza 3
Casa Andina Private Collection 4
Belmond Monasterio 5
El Mercado Tunqui 4
JW Marriott 5
Palacio del Inka 5
Built in a former seminary
and located near the
main square, this property
provides a comfortable base
to explore Cuzco. 77 rooms.
Formerly part of the city's
farmer's market, this elegant
boutique property is located
3½ blocks from the main
square. 32 rooms.
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This lovely boutique hotel
occupies an 18th-century
colonial home built around
a courtyard 3 blocks from
the Main Plaza. 94 rooms.
A charming former
monastery, this splendid
property in Cuzco's
historic center offers
oxygen enriched rooms
and massage treatments.
126 rooms.
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Built atop ancient Incan
ruins and situated around a
16th-century convent, this
elegantly designed property
is architecturally stunning.
153 Rooms AC
Deluxe
This storied mansion, dating
back nearly five centuries,
stands in the historic center
of Cuzco. 203 rooms.
Casa Andina Koricancha 3 , Casa Andina Catedral 3 , Casa Andina San Blas 3 , Casa Andina Plaza 3 , Eco Inn 3 ,
Jose Antonio 3 , Los Portales Hotel 3 , Posada del Inca Cusco 3 , Suenos del Inka 3 , Unaytambo 3 ,
Costa del Sol Picoaga 3 , Casa Cartagena 5 , Inkaterra La Casona 5 and Belmond Palacio Nazarenas 5
Cuzco & Sacred Valley ExtrasBased on two passengers.
Private Full-day Pisac Market &
Ollantaytambo Tour - $229
In a scenic valley, soak up the native
market in colonial Pisac before
exploring the impressive fortress of
Ollantaytambo.
Private Sacred Valley Rafting &
Cultural Hike Tour - $249
Navigate class II/III rapids, admiring
spectacular mountain views and
archaeological remains.
Dinner and Folklore Show at
Tunupa Restaurant* - $69
Enjoy typical Andean delicacies
while watching native dances from
different regions of the country.
Cuzco City & Ruins Tour* - $89
Be introduced to the charming
colonial city built on the foundations
of Inca palaces. Continue to various
ruins including the Inca fortress of
Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cuzco.
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We also offer: • Cuczo by Night with Pisco Sour Lesson • Private Colonial Pottery Half-day Class • Infinity City Tour & Dinner at the
Pre-Columbian Art Museum • Private Cooking Class Half-day Tour • Private Misminay Native Community Visit • Mountain Biking
Tour • Authentic Sacred Valley Tour • Kayak & Picnic Tour. *Supplement required from Sacred Valley Hotel. Tour prices are per person.
Based on two passengers. Visit our website or call us for more details.
Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly AC Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
Peru
Sacred Valley Hotels & Extras
Amazon
River
Lima
Sacred Valley
Machu Picchu
The Sacred Valley of
the Inca
Recommended Hotels
Price is per person, double occupancy
Includes
The scenic Urubamba River Valley, also known
as the Sacred Valley, is the perfect stopover en
route to Machu Picchu. From here, visit the Pisac
Market and the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo.
• Private arrival ground transfer
• 2 nights accommodations
• Private Pisac Market &
Ollantaytambo ruins tour +
lunch
• Daily breakfast
3 Hotels from $395pp | Extra night from $69pp
4 Hotels from $545pp | Extra night from $119pp
5 Hotels from $755pp | Extra night from $255pp
We recommend a post-excursion overnight in Cuzco, due to flight connections.
Posada del Inca Yucay 3
Casa Andina Private Collection 4
Belmond Rio Sagrado 5
Aranwa 3
Sol y Luna 4
Libertador Tambo del Inca 5
A former 18th century
colonial-style monastery
surrounded by lush gardens,
this hotel features warm and
inviting rooms with regional
décor. 87 rooms.
Situated on a river in the valley,
this resort has a full-service spa,
fitness center and outdoor pool.
Rooms are large and furnished
either in colonial or modern
style and all have jetted tubs.
115 rooms.
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Cuzco
A chalet-style mountain
retreat featuring private
balconies or sitting areas,
a spa, and a domed
planetarium. Well located
for day trips. 92 rooms.
Beautiful gardens and
bungalows blend with the
surrounding landscape to
create a sanctuary for its
guests. Renew your senses
at the spa. 43 rooms.
Set along the Urubamba
River among verdant fields
and towering mountains,
this beautiful hotel
resembles an authentic
Andean village. 21 rooms.
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Deluxe
Enjoy the serenity of the
Sacred Valley in this deluxe
resort and spa with its
exquisite Andean décor.
128 rooms.
Pakaritampu Hotel 3 , San Agustin Monasterio La Recoleta 3 , San Agustin Urubamba 3 ,
Hacienda Urubamba 4
Cuzco & Sacred Valley Extras
Day Tours to Machu Picchu
Llama Trek with visit to Weaving
Community Tour - $139
A hike through the ancient trails still
used today by IIama drivers with
visits to multiple communities
known for their skilled weaving,
learning about local daily life.
Private Machu Picchu by
Vistadome Full-day Tour - $645
Discover the "Lost City of the Inca",
a sacred and inspiring citadel
perched over the Urubamba
River Valley. Includes lunch.
Private Full-day Chinchero,
Maras & Moray Tour - $295
Explore the scenic Urubamba
Valley to learn about Inca culture
both past and present.
Includes lunch.
Private Machu Picchu by Hiram
Bingham Train Full-day Tour - $1,095
Travel by luxury train for an
inspiring tour of Machu Picchu with
a private guide. Departs daily
except Sun., includes lunch.
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Machu Picchu Hotels & Experiences
Machu Picchu
Recommended Hotel
Visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World for a truly
rewarding journey. After taking the train to Aguas Calientes,
feel the anticipation rise as your bus traverses up switchbacks
for your first glimpse of the mountaintop citadel.
Includes
Departs daily from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
• Arrival transfer + roundtrip Vistadome train • Private Machu Picchu guided
• 1 night accommodation + breakfast & dinner
tour + lunch
2 days/1 night from $795pp
El Mapi Hotel 3
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights
in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. Note: Passport information required.
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel 4
Located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins
in Aguas Calientes close to the train station.
Their excellent restaurant has spectacular
mountain views. 90 rooms.
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The design of this hotel was inspired by Inca
architecture and offers comfortable rooms
and excellent service. 60 rooms.
Nightly rates also available.
Nightly rates also available.
Casa Andina Classic 3
Belmond Sanctuary Lodge 4
This new property with a strategic location
near the rail station allows easy access to
Machu Picchu. 54 rooms.
The only hotel located within the Sanctuary
of Machu Picchu, this is a prime choice
for those who want to be near the ruins.
31 rooms.
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Nightly rates also available.
Nightly rates also available.
Casa Del Sol Boutique 3
Superior
Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel 4
Close to the train station, this elegant hotel
offers sustainable comfort with warm wooden
décor and alpaca throws. 30 rooms.
Superior
Located beside the Urubamba River, this
ecological boutique hotel has Andeanstyle casitas surrounded by private gardens.
85 rooms.
AC
Nightly rates also available.
Nightly rates also available.
Want more hotels?
Andina Luxury 3 and Hatun Inti 3
The Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
2 nights Includes
The beautiful Urubamba River Valley, also known as the Sacred Valley
of the Inca, is the perfect stopover en route to Machu Picchu. Visit Pisac
Market and the fortress of Ollantaytambo before overnighting in your
hotel of choice. Continue by train to Machu Picchu where you will spend 2
days exploring the legendary "Lost City of the Inca".
• All ground transfers +
roundtrip Vistadome train
• Pisac Market, Ruins &
Ollantaytambo tour
• 1 night Sacred Valley
Departs daily from Cuzco
• Private Machu Picchu tour with
lunch
• 1 night Machu Picchu + dinner
• Daily breakfast
3 days/2 night from $1,229pp
Requires a post-excursion overnight in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. Note: Passport information required.
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Recommended Hotels
Extras
Regional Highlights
Recommended Vacations
Peru
Andean Treks
Inca Trail Express
1 night Includes
Classic Inca Trail
Departs daily Mar.-Jan. from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
4 nights Includes
Departs Wed. & Sun.*, Mar.-Jan. from Cuzco or Sacred Valley
• Roundtrip ground transfers + roundtrip Vistadome train from
Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
• Hiking tour + lunch
• Inca Trail permit
• 1 night Aguas Calientes + breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu guided tour + lunch
• 2nd Entrance to Machu PIcchu
• Roundtrip ground transfers + return Vistadome train
• 3 nights camping + all meals, tent, sleeping pad, guide & porter service
• Inca Trail permit
• 1 night Machu Picchu + breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu guided tour + lunch
• 2nd Entrance to Machu PIcchu
2 days/1 night from $1,169pp
5 days/4 nights from $1,445pp
*Private Inca Trail Trek also available with daily departures
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend 2 nights before the trek to acclimate to the altitude. Note: Passport information required. Permits are limited and
go quickly. Good physical condition highly recommended.
Sun Trail Trek toward Machu Picchu
In the same region as the Inca Trail, the Sun Trail (or Salkantay Trek)
offers hikers an adventurous experience with the blissful solitude and
amazing vistas of Machu Picchu from a unique perspective!
4 nights Includes
• Roundtrip ground transfers +
return train
• 3 nights camping + all meals,
tent, sleeping pad, guide &
porter service
Departs daily Mar.-Dec. from Cuzco
• 1 night Machu Picchu + breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu guided tour +
lunch
5 days/4 nights from $1,525pp
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend 2 nights before
the trek to acclimate to the altitude. No permit required. Good physical condition highly recommended.
Jungle Trek toward Machu Picchu
Traverse the lush nature and vegetation surrounding the Machu Picchu
area with astonishing views, Inca stairs, hot springs, waterfalls, and an
adrenaline-filled zipline experience over the forest canopy.
2 nights Includes
• Roundtrip ground transfers
+ return train
• 1 night camping + all meals,
tent, sleeping pad, guide &
porter service
• Santa Teresa Zipline tour
Departs daily from Cuzco
• 1 night Machu Picchu + breakfast
• Private Machu Picchu guided tour
+ lunch
3 days/2 nights from $1,395pp
Requires pre- and post-excursion overnights in Cuzco or Sacred Valley. We recommend 2 nights before
the trek to acclimate to the altitude. No permit required. Good physical condition highly recommended.
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com
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Peru
Puerto Maldonado
Amazonas South
2 or 3 nights Includes
Puerto Maldonado - Located at the confluence of the Madre
de Dios and Tambopata Rivers, Puerto Maldonado is the gateway
to the jungle lodges in Peru's southern Amazonas region.
Departs daily from Cuzco & Lima
• Roundtrip air, ground & boat
transfers
• Accommodations
• Daily guided tours to be
selected at lodge
• All meals
Requires a pre-excursion overnight in Cuzco.
Note: A yellow fever vaccination may be required for travel to the Amazon region.
Refugio Amazonas
Sandoval Lake Lodge
Next to Tambopata National Reserve, 3 hours
upriver from Puerto Maldonado, the lodge
is a true Amazon experience. Rooms have
electricity and hot water. 32 Room
Transfer 30 minutes by boat. Located on an
oxbow lake rich with wildlife. Rooms have
electricity and hot water. 25 rooms.
2 nights from $895pp
3 nights from $1,119pp
2 nights from $989pp
3 nights from $1,189pp
Hacienda Concepcion
Deluxe Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
2 nights from $815pp
3 nights from $975pp
2 nights from $1,085pp
3 nights from $1,285pp
Transfer 45 minutes by boat to this boutique
jungle lodge. Cabañas have electricity and
hot water. Features a tree canopy bridge.
35 rooms.
Located in an enchanting, serene, and lush
setting in nearly 1,000 acres of tropical
rainforest. Rooms have electricity and hot
water. 20 rooms.
Want more lodges?
Posada Amazonas
Amazonas South Experiences
Canopy Walkways or Tower Tour *
Oxbow Lakes Tour
Ascend above the rainforest for
spectacular views of the Amazon flora
and fauna.
Shallow and tranquil, Oxbow Lake
provides the perfect environment for
easy viewing of the many animals that
call these backwater lagoons home.
Trekking
Rainforest Adventure by Night
There is no better way to explore
the wonders of the Amazon than by
guided hikes through the ecologically
diverse rainforest.
Experience the wonders of the
Amazon at night - often the best time
to spot and hear some of the most
unique species of birds, mammals, and
insects.
*Canopy Walkways available at Hacienda Concepcion and Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica. Canopy Tower Tour available at Refugio Amazonas.
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Restaurant
Bar
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly AC Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
Peru
Iquitos
Amazonas
Region
Lima
Machu Picchu
Amazonas River Cruises
3 nights Includes
Iquitos - With no roads to connect to the outside world, the port
city of Iquitos is the gateway to jungle lodges and cruises on the
mighty Amazon River.
Iquitos
Puerto
Maldonado
Cuzco
Departs on varying days of the week from Iquitos
• Daily guided tours
• All meals
• Roundtrip ground transfers
• Accommodations
Note: A yellow fever vaccination may be required for travel to the Amazon region. Requires a pre-excursion
overnight in Lima and may require a post-excursion night.
Discovery
The brand new Discovery
offers an intimate venue to
delve into the heart of the
Amazon. 22 Suites.
AC
Aqua & Aria
3 nights from $3,295pp
These small deluxe
riverboats offer spacious
suites with a premium level
of comfort. 12 & 16 cabins.
AC
Delfin I
3 nights from $3,685pp
Departure days of the week vary.
Departs Fri. & Sat.
Explore the Amazon River
in total comfort aboard
your floating boutique
hotel. 4 cabins.
AC
3 nights from $4,145pp
Departs Mon.
Amazonas River Cruise Experiences
Local Amazon Community Visit
Amazon Wildlife
See how a local community maintains
their traditions and pursues a simpler
way of living.
Monkeys, birds, iguanas, and, of
course, the elusive Pink Dolphin are
just some of the unforgettable animals
you'll see!
Amazonas North Lodges
Iquitos - Amongst the giant trees and wild animals, experience
the essence of the Amazon with an exploration into one of the most
biologically diverse places in the world.
2 or 4 nights Includes
Departs daily from Iquitos
• Roundtrip ground & boat transfers
• Accommodations
• Guided tours
• All meals
Note: A yellow fever vaccination may be required for travel to the Amazon region.
Requires a pre-excursion overnight in Lima and may require a post-excursion night.
Ceiba Tops Lodge & Resort
Explorama & ExplorNapo Lodges
2 nights from $1,275pp
3 nights from $1,675pp
Located on the banks of the Amazon
River, this jungle resort is the perfect
choice for guests who do not want a rustic
experience. 76 rooms.
AC
avanti destinations - the leader for independent travel
Both lodges are located in primary forests
and feature thatched-roof rooms lit by
kerosene lamps. Not to be missed is their
famous Canopy Walkway. 50 & 30 rooms.
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Peru
Lake Titicaca Planning Tips
Planning tips for Lake Titicaca:
Climate: Pleasant and sunny days around
60°F from Feb.-Nov. with rainfall during
Dec.-Jan. Nights are generally at or below
freezing with the coolest period from
May-Sep. As Titicaca is the highest navigable
lake in the world, it's best to relax on your
first day and acclimate to the altitude.
Reserva National
Titicaca
Suasi Island
Juliaca
Ulla Ulla National
Fuana Reserve
3S
Puno
Uros
Islands
BOLIVIA
Taquile Island
Lake Titcaca
Geography: Puno is the gateway to
breathtaking Lake Titicaca. The bustling city
can often feel hectic with dizzying traffic,
which is why we recommend staying at
one of our tranquil lakeside hotels. Titicaca
straddles the border of Peru and Bolivia and
it is easy to cross between the two countries
and see both sides. Visa required for Bolivia.
Moon Island
PERU
Suriqui Island
Reserva Aymara
Lupaca
34 B
Transportation: Puno can be reached
in several ways. Our favorite is the luxury
train ride from Cuzco which operates Mon.,
Wed., and Sat. year-round, as well as Fri.
from May-Oct. Flights to nearby Juliaca
airport or comfortable coach buses to
Puno are also good alternatives.
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Puno to
Time
Cuzco
10 hrs
Juliaca
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¾ hr
Lima
Restaurant
Juliaca to
+
Mode
3½ hrs
Time
Reed boat
Lake Titicaca
Countryside church en route to Puno
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Admiring the view from Taquile Island
Bar
La Paz
travel Times
Mode
Crafting blankets
Huatajata
Copacabana
Pool
Beach Access
Family Friendly AC Air-Conditioning
Romance Property
Cuzco
Lima
½ hr
1¾ hrs
Peru
Lake Titicaca
Lima
Cuzco
Lake Titicaca
La Paz
Floating Island on Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca & Puno
2 nights Includes
The “Folkloric Capital of Peru,” Puno maintains a rich
cultural heritage in its handicrafts, customs, myths,
and ethnic dances. Take the wonderfully scenic train
ride from Cuzco or travel by air or bus.
• Arrival transfer + Andean Explorer
train or bus from Cuzco to Puno
• 2 nights accommodations
Departs daily from Cuzco
• Taquile & Uros Island tour
• Daily breakfast
3 days/2 nights from $715pp
Posada del Inca Puno 3
Superior
This traditional lakeside hotel offers
panoramic views of the Lake and
surrounding snow-capped mountains.
62 rooms. AC
Libertador Lago Titicaca 5
Located on Esteves Island, this hotel offers
spectacular views and modern amenities.
123 rooms.
Nightly rates also available.
Nightly rates also available.
Casa Andina Private Collection 4
Titilaka 5
Nightly rates also available.
All meals and guided tours included. Nightly rates also available.
Inviting property on the water's edge. Local
materials including stone, wood and clay are
highlights of the beautiful design.
45 rooms.
AC
A luxury experience on a private peninsula
nestled up against Lake Titicaca. Each elegant
room is facing the lake with spectacular views.
18 rooms.
AC
Lake Titikayak
Revel in the natural wonders of beautiful Lake Titicaca as you kayak
the highest navigable lake in the world.
2 nights Includes
• Roundtrip ground transfers
• 1 night in a rural lodge
or camping
• 1 night Puno
• Daily guided tours
Departs daily from Puno
• Sea kayaks, paddles, life jackets
& safety equipment
• Local guide and boat support
• All meals
3 days/2 nights from $1,359pp
avanti destinations - the leader for independent travel
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