The Jungle & The Andes

Luxury


10 Days / 09 Nights

Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Iquitos

Experience a fascinating historic reminders of vanished civilizations with compelling blend of wild, unspoiled nature during this sample luxury tour of Peru.

  • Overview

    Places Visited:

    Lima - Cusco - Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Iquitos

    Highlights:

    • The magical city of Cusco, colonial churches, markets and ruins.
    • Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins and town
    • Feel the energy of the Incas in the wonderful Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.
    • Discover the most biodiverse rainforest and river system on earth

    Summary:

    Day 01: Arrive in Lima

    Day 02: Flight Lima / Cusco - City tour

    Day 03: Sacred Valley

    Day 04: Train to Machu Picchu

    Day 05: Back to Cusco 

    Day 06: Flight Cusco / Puerto Maldonado 

    ​Day 07: Sandoval Lake

    ​Day 08: Sandoval Lake

    Day 09: Sandoval Lake – Flight Puerto Maldonado / Lima

    Day 10: Return home

  • Itinerary

    Day 01: Arrive in Lima

    You will be welcomed by our local staff at the Lima airport and transferred to the hotel.


    Day 02: Flight Lima / Cusco - City tour

    Breakfast

    At the indicated time, pick up from the hotel and transfer to the airport to take the flight to the city of Cusco. Arrival to the city of Cusco (3.399 m.a.s.l). Transfer to the hotel.

    By the afternoon pick up from the hotel to explore the magical city of Cusco and the Inca constructions that surround the city. Beginning in the Cathedral full of history and works of art, then we will see the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha. We will also visit the imposing fortress of Sacsayhuaman Qenqo, Puka - Pukara, and finally Tambomachay


    Day 03: Sacred Valley

    Breakfast / Lunch

    In the morning pick up from the hotel to tour the Sacred Valley. First, we will visit Pisac, famous for its handicrafts, where we will also visit the archaeological center. At noon we will enjoy a delicious lunch in Urubamba, then visit the Ollantaytambo ruins. Night in the Sacred Valley according to the chosen hotel.


    Day 04: Train to Machu Picchu

    Breakfast / Lunch

    In the morning we will travel by train to visit the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. At the top of the mountains, we will learn about the history and architecture and above all, we will feel the impressive energy that gives us this special place. We will spend the night in Machu Picchu town.


    Day 05: Back to Cusco 

    Breakfast

    If you have time and energy, we can organize in advance the visit to the Huayna Picchu mountain, a place full of magic and especially from where you can see the Inca city of Machu Picchu in all its splendor


    Remember that the entrances for Huayna Picchu are limited and if you want to reserve your entrances it must be in advance time.

    At the indicated time we will take the train to return to Cusco. Arrival at Cusco and transfer to the hotel.


    Day 06: Flight Cusco / Iquitos / Amazon River

    Breakfast / Dinner

    After arriving on a noon flight, receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by our crew and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before boarding Aqua Nera.


    Settle into your generously sized suite as you begin one of life’s greatest adventures. Following an introduction from our naturalist guides and a routine safety drill, gather at the restaurant for the first of many Amazonian cuisine experiences created by Aqua Nera's renowned consulting chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino


    ​Day 07: Yanacu Yacapana / Yarapa River / Ucayali River

    Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

    Aboard our comfortable skiffs, we set sail from the Amazon River to the Yanayacu Yacapana River. Ready your binoculars to spot tropical

    songbirds, black collared hawks and sloths. Line-fish for Amazon’s notoriously ferocious piranhas while our naturalist guides share their

    knowledge of the Amazonia. 


    ​Day 08: Clavero Lake / Marañon River

    Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

    We get an early start to the day to explore Clavero Lake aboard our comfortable skiffs. Here, villagers rely on traditional dugout canoes to get around. You’ll have the opportunity to swim in the lake’s calm waters or visit native residents of Amazonia who will welcome you to their community with open arms.

    In the afternoon, we will explore the majestic Marañon River in search of different kinds of wildlife. In the evening, meet some of the crew members who have been working behind the scenes to ensure your exceptional

    experience aboard Aqua Nera.


    Day 09: Nauta Town / Manatee / Rescue Center / Transfer to the airport / Flight Iquitos-Lima

    Breakfast

    In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market. Marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon and sample exotic snacks if

    you wish. For those interested, there’ll also be the opportunity to visit an experienced beekeeper in the community of San Francisco.

    Return to the Aqua Nera for breakfast before disembarkation. En route to the airport, visit the Manatee Rescue Center, where orphaned

    Amazonian manatees rehabilitate before they are released back into the wild


    Day 10: Return home​​

    Breakfast

    At the indicated time pick up from the hotel and transfer to Jorge Chavez International Airport to take the flight return home.

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