Peru Splendors
Peru Splendors
Peru Splendors
8 Days Starting and ending in Lima, Peru
Visiting: Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, South America
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Tour code:
SO-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Discover the rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes of Peru on the "Peru Splendors" tour. Begin your journey in Lima, exploring its colonial architecture and vibrant local markets. Fly to Cusco and delve into the Sacred Valley, visiting ancient Inca sites like the Kenko Amphitheater and Puca Pucara, and experiencing a traditional Mother Earth Ceremony. Enjoy a scenic train ride through the Urubamba Valley to the iconic Machu Picchu, where you'll have a guided tour of the "Lost City of the Incas." In Cusco, immerse yourself in the city's history with visits to the Plaza de Armas, Koricancha, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning scenery, with comfortable accommodations and expert guides to enhance your experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Lima,Peru
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Select Miraflores
Meals Included: Breakfast
Welcome to the modern city of Lima!Upon arrival, you will be met by your Globus representative.
Day 2: Lima
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Select Miraflores
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This afternoon, your Local Guide focuses on the city’s colonial heritage during a walking tour. Start at the Plaza de Armas to see the Government Palace and the cathedral. From here, stroll to the venerable San Francisco Monastery with its splendid 17th-century cloister murals. For a special treat, [LF] stop at a local food market to get a real taste of life for the local people. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at one of Lima’s Peruvian restaurants with your fellow travel companions.
Day 3: Lima,Cusco,Sacred Valley
Location: Sacred Valley
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Cusco, the impressive Andean city that was once the capital of the Inca Empire. Head into the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visit the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater with its stone altars and labyrinth of passages and see the ancient site of Puca Pucara. Also, in the Sacred Valley, experience an [LF] El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Visit Awanakancha to meet local families who preserve the ancient technique of Pre-Columbian weaving using South American camelid fleece. This is your chance to get up close to the various camelids, including alpaca, llama, guanaco, and vicuña, indigenous to the region. Continue to Pisac, an old mountain village, where you will have free time to shop for local wares, such as alpaca sweaters and blankets, jewelry, or hand-painted ornamental dishes and vases at its famous market. Stay in the Sacred Valley tonight, with dinner at the hotel.
Day 4: Sacred Valley,Machu Picchu
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation Name: El Mapi by Inkaterra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, visit the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo, followed by [LF] a visit to a local home, meet some of the area’s families, and experience their way of life in the Sacred Valley. Then, board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, ascend the mountainside to legendary Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas.” Your Local Guide will introduce this intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and mile-long aqueduct, and will bring you closer to the mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures. Tonight, learn how to make the perfect Pisco Sour at a Peruvian cooking demonstration before your included dinner.
Day 5: Machu Picchu,Cusco
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
A morning at leisure in Machu Picchu allows you to wake up early to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu with your second included entrance to the ruins. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and continue to Cusco.
Day 6: Cusco
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
On your guided sightseeing tour of Cusco today, learn more about the Inca and Spanish influence. Begin at the heart of Cusco in the Plaza de Armas (main square), with a visit to the imposing Cathedral, where construction began in 1550 and was finally completed 100 years later. Join a traditional [LF] Pasacalle through the streets of Cusco before continuing to Koricancha and the Santo Domingo Monastery and see how the two sites have become one. The Temple of the Sun at Koricancha was once the most important Inca site, dedicated to the worship of the Sun. The walls, altars, and decorations were all said to be covered in gold—until the Spaniards looted the temple and then built the contrasting Baroque Santo Domingo Monastery on top of the temple’s foundations. Also visit the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, perched on a hillside overlooking Cusco. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones—with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons—was built. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a festive farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Cusco,Lima
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Select Miraflores
Meals Included: Breakfast
A short flight returns you to Lima, where the remainder of your day is free to explore.
Day 8: Lima
Location: Lima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at Casa Andina Select Miraflores in Lima, Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay in the Sacred Valley, El Mapi by Inkaterra at Machu Picchu, and Sonesta Hotel Cusco in Cusco.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 4 dinners are included.
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Transportation
Travel includes flights to Cusco, scenic train journeys through the Urubamba Valley, and local transportation to various historical sites and accommodations.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours of Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco with local guides.
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Cultural Experiences
Experience an El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman in the Sacred Valley.
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Train Journey
Board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to all included sites such as Machu Picchu, Kenko Amphitheater, Puca Pucara, and Sacsayhuaman.
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Small Group Discovery
A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from Peru are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Notes
Maximum enjoyment of this vacation requires walking on cobblestone streets, uneven pathways, and climbing stairs. Elevations exceeding 10,000 feet can make even modest exertion a challenge. Maximum elevation on this tour is 12,200 ft.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
City of Cusco|Historic Center of Lima|Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
Accommodation
In Lima, stay at Casa Andina Select Miraflores. In the Sacred Valley, enjoy the comfort of Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay. At Machu Picchu, relax at El Mapi by Inkaterra. In Cusco, unwind at Sonesta Hotel Cusco.
Mode of Transport
Travel includes flights to Cusco, scenic train journeys through the Urubamba Valley, and local transportation to various historical sites and accommodations.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes flights to Cusco, scenic train journeys through the Urubamba Valley, and local transportation to various historical sites and accommodations.
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What types of accommodations are provided during the tour?
In Lima, you will stay at Casa Andina Select Miraflores. In the Sacred Valley, you will enjoy the comfort of Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay. At Machu Picchu, you will relax at El Mapi by Inkaterra. In Cusco, you will unwind at Sonesta Hotel Cusco.
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What special experiences are included in the Sacred Valley?
In the Sacred Valley, you will visit the semi-circular Kenko Amphitheater and the ancient site of Puca Pucara. You will also experience an El Pago a la Tierra, or Mother Earth Ceremony, performed by a local shaman. Additionally, you will visit Awanakancha to meet local families who preserve the ancient technique of Pre-Columbian weaving using South American camelid fleece.
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What activities are planned for Machu Picchu?
At Machu Picchu, you will board the Vistadome train for a scenic journey through the lush Urubamba Valley. Upon arrival, you will ascend the mountainside to the legendary Machu Picchu, where your Local Guide will introduce you to the intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and mile-long aqueduct. You will also have a second entrance to the ruins to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu.
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What is the maximum elevation reached during the tour?
The maximum elevation on this tour is 13,000 feet.
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Are there any luggage restrictions for the overnight stay in Machu Picchu?
Yes, for your overnight stay in Machu Picchu, you will only be allowed to bring an overnight bag weighing no more than 11 pounds due to luggage restrictions on the train. Your main luggage will be stored at the Cusco hotel where you will return for an overnight the following night.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 4 dinners.
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What is a Small-Group Discovery tour?
A Small-Group Discovery tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. It includes all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with an expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides. The small group size ensures extra space between travelers while still getting up close and personal to the experiences.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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