Inca Capital and Posada Amazonas Lodge
8 Days

From $ 1,339.00
This Tour is Fully Customizable

This adventure to Machu Picchu and the Amazon takes you through ancient Incan ruins high in the Andes to the lush green rainforests of the Amazon. After soaking up the unique atmosphere of Cusco you'll continue on to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley before heading into the jungle to experience the diverse animal and plant life of the lush Amazon Rainforest. All transportation and accommodation is to the highest standard, from first-class train services to luxurious hotels and jungle lodges. Our South America luxury tours are fully customizable in order to meet the needs of all of our travelers. Explore the incredible world of the Inca Empire and adventure into the Tambopata Reserve deep in the Amazon jungle with this flexible itinerary from Class Adventure Travel – experts in Affordable Luxury Adventures.

  • Day 1

    Arrival to Cusco

    Lima to Cusco

  • Cusco Fountain
  • Following your domestic flight to Cusco we will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel where you will be briefed on all of your travel plans for your stay in the area. You will have the remainder of the day at your leisure to rest and acclimatize to the altitude. During the course of the afternoon you will have the opportunity to meet a curandero, or faith healer, and receive a coca leaf reading (translator available). This fascinating experience may clarify a little of your past and perhaps reveal some of what the future may hold. For the evening hours there are many fine restaurants in the area, and your Peru Travel Expert will be only too happy to recommend some to you.(Meals - B) *** Please Note: Ask your Travel Specialist about the possibility of including an adventure trek on the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. CAT offers options in the classic hike (4 days) or the shorter express hike (2 days)
  • Day 2

    Captivating Cusco

    Cusco

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  • The morning can be spent over a leisurely breakfast in your hotel before either exploring the area, or relaxing at your hotel. Your guided tour of Cusco and its archaeological sites will begin in the afternoon, starting with a visit to the impressive Colonial Cathedral, followed by Korikancha, the Temple of the Sun. From here you will travel to the outskirts of Cusco for a tour of the archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman, later visiting the ruins of Puca Pucara, Qenqo, and Tambomachay. The evening hours will be spent at the Garcilaso Theatre, where you will enjoy a theatrical production performed by a cast of some 40 local artists (Tue-Sat). The performance offers a wonderful and culturally intriguing insight into the myths, beliefs and customs of the traditional inhabitants of the Andes. (Meals - B)
  • Day 3

    Through the Sacred Valley of the Inca

    Cusco / Sacred Valley

  • Scenic Sacred Valley
  • Today your guide will collect you for your visit to the Urubamba Valley. You will make your first stop at the village of Pisac and its local market (T/Th/Su). Later on, in the early afternoon, you will enjoy lunch at Posada Yucay (Standard), or the Huayocari Hacienda (Premium - hosted by the owner of a private residence with an impressive collection of Inca and colonial art and artifacts). The afternoon will be spent exploring the impressive ruins at Ollantaytambo, and the evening back at your comfortable hotel in Cusco. (Meals - B, L) **Please Note: Travelers in Premium have the opportunity to stay overnight after their private tour, then take the train from the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu in the morning - this is highly recommended.
  • Day 4

    Encounter the Majesty of Machu Picchu

    Machu Picchu

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  • You will depart during the morning for your train ride through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival at the station in Aguas Calientes, your professional guide will retrieve your luggage and escort you to your transportation to the magnificent ruins of Machu Picchu that lie just a short drive from the small town. Following a guided tour of the ruins, you will have the rest of the afternoon free to explore until the sun begins to set over the beautiful Andes. Transportation is provided to the base of the mountain, where you can return to your hotel and spend the evening at your leisure. (Meals - B) **Please Note: The Premium Machu Picchu Tour is private (4 hrs); Standard is in small groups (2 hrs).
  • Day 5

    First-Class Train back to Cusco

    Machu Picchu to Cusco

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  • Today you can spend at your leisure, you may well wish to return to the ruins for some further exploration, or for those looking for adventure CAT recommends the hike to Wayna Picchu. This trail requires approximately four hours to complete, and allows for spectacular views of Machu Picchu and the surrounding areas. Your train will depart in the afternoon and arrive in Cusco just after sundown. CAT highly recommends a ride in the first class VistaDome train (Premium), which allows for a spectacular view of the scenery as you wind your way back to Cusco. For those in the mood for a little luxury, the Hiram Bingham train will definitely be of interest - just ask your Travel Specialist for further details. Upon arrival in Cusco you will be met and shown back to your hotel. This evening you may wish to dine inside the Pre Columbian Art Museum, considered to be one of the top private collections in all of Peru. We're sure it will leave you with plenty to talk about over a gourmet candlelit dinner - reservations upon request. (Meals - B)
  • Day 6

    Into the Jungle

    Puerto Maldonado

  • River Shot
  • After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado, where you will be met and taken to the river port of Tambopata. A forty minute ride in a motor canoe will take you to the entrance of the private primary rainforest reserve where you will be greeted by the lodge manager. In the afternoon you will visit the observation tower which offers spectacular views over the Tambopata River and the opportunity to spot some of the many species of exotic birds as they fly home to roost. The evening will be spent viewing a lecture on the Infierno tourism project ran by the lodge staff then, after a delicious dinner, you can enjoy a night hike in search of nocturnal wildlife. (Meals - B, L, D)
  • Day 7

    Life at the Clay Licks

    Puerto Maldonado

  • Sacrlet Macaw
  • After an early breakfast you will board a motorized canoe and head towards the Tres Chimbadas Oxbow Lake. Here you will have the opportunity to see the resident family of nine giant river otters along with other wildlife such as caiman, hoatzin, and horned screamers. Following this, you will embark on a short hike to the Parrot clay lick where, from behind a strategically located blind, you will see the dozens of parrots and parakeets that descend each morning to ingest the mineral rich clay. Lunch will be served at the lodge, followed by a visit to the Centro Nape where you will learn about the abundance of medicinal plants available in the jungle. After dinner at the lodge you will have the option of taking another night hike or relaxing for the evening. (Meals - B, L, D)
  • Day 8

    Departure or Extension

    Lima

  • Marinera
  • This morning you will be transferred to Puerto Maldonado for you domestic flight to Lima. Your flight will arrive back in Lima in the afternoon where a member of our staff will be waiting to assist you with your onward travel arrangements. The team at CAT Peru would like to thank you for your interest in having us arrange your luxury adventure in Peru. (Meals - B)
This Tour is fully customizable
We can customize and tailor-make your trip to suit your specific needs and desires – whatever these may be. Our primary concerns are your safety and comfort. All of our tours have been carefully constructed in a way that will ensure your wellbeing in Peru and also provide you with the best class and comfort available in the country. All of our packages are built to be as fully inclusive as possible while still giving you the flexibility to spend your vacation time as you wish. Contact us

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