Inca Panorama
The one that sees you walk in the footsteps of the Incas to Machu Picchu
Visiting Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Raqchi
Is this trip for me?
Travel Style
In-Depth Explorer
Transport Style
Mini-Coach
Highlights
- Lima city tour - see the historical centre, Barranco & Miraflores
- Included flight to Arequipa
- City tour of Arequipa
- Only $200 deposit to book
- Part pay financing available with UpLift
- No change fees
- No booking fees
What's included?
10 nights accommodation
10 nights in Hotel
14 Meals
3 Dinner, 10 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Team
Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides
Transport
All transport included during the trip
Experiences
22 included, 1 optional that you can add
- Walk in the footsteps of the Incas and experience abundant ancient beauty on the Inca Trail Trek*
- Journey into the Sacred Valley and explore the plunging Incan ruins of Pisac
- Witness the sprawling ancient Incan Citadel of Machu Picchu (and tick another one off your bucket list)
- Visit an inspiring local artisan project supported by Contiki Treadright
- Get the adrenaline pumping with a white water rafting adventure through Sacred Valley*
- Gain included entry to the historical and humbling Sacred Valley
*This experience is a Free Time Add-on and not included in trip costs
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Inca Panorama
22 Inclusions
Experiences that are included with your trip
- Lima city tour - see the historical centre, Barranco & Miraflores
- Included flight to Arequipa
- City tour of Arequipa
- Visit the Salinas & Aguada Blanca National Reserve
- See wild Vicuña
- See El Misti, Chachani & Pichu Pichu volcanoes
- Visit Cruz del Condor
- Visit Maca
- Ride on a triciclo
- Island boat trip on Lake Titicaca
- Visit Taquile & Uros island communities
- Visit Pukara, La Raya & Sicuani
- Entry to the Temple of Wiracocha
- Visit Raqchi Inca ruins and experience a water ritual
- City Walking Tour
- Visit San Blas, Koricancha & San Pedro Market
- Entry into the Sacred Valley & a guided tour of the ancient ruins of Pisac & Ollantaytambo
- Visit a llama farm
- Try some local Chicha de Jora
- Visit Pisac town and Pisac Market
- Take the train to the gateway of Machu Picchu
- Tour the Temple of Three Windows, the ceremonial baths & altar with our guide
1 Free Time Add-Ons
Optional experiences that you can choose from and pay for on your trip
- Sacred Valley Rafting
Itinerary
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are flights included in my trip?
International flights to/from the destination your trip starts and ends in are not included in the cost of the trip, and must be purchased separately. You can book these independently if you want to shop around for the best quote, or through your travel agent.
Any flights you take during your Contiki are included in the cost of your trip. On certain Latin America trips we use planes to get you from A to B as quickly as possible, and all of this is included.
What documents do I need to travel?
Depending on your nationality, you may require visas to enter certain countries on your
trip. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas that are required prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Visa and other entry & exit conditions (such as currency, arrival/ departure taxes, customs and quarantine regulations) do change regularly.
Your passport must have at least six months’ validity remaining when you arrive. Local immigration authorities may deny entry and deport people who do not meet this requirement, even if they only intend to stay for a short period. Important to consider:
• Visas can take up to six weeks and a fee is normally charged.
• Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your trip and will result in
you incurring considerable expense and inconvenience.
• It is better for you to apply for all visas before you leave home.
• It is very important that the entry and exit dates are correct on the visa.
What are the luggage restrictions?
On our Latin America trips, you can bring one bag or suitcase of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”), with a max. weight of 20kg (44lbs). As with our other regions, luggage is restricted to only one reasonably sized backpack/suitcase plus one carry-on bag, and luggage policies are strictly enforced on our trips. Due to the large number of flights on Contiki Latin America trips, your luggage needs to meet the size and weight restrictions imposed by airlines. These limits are imposed by the airlines, not by Contiki. Check out www.lan.com for more.
On some of our trips, it is necessary to use an overnight bag on the occasional nights when it’s not possible to unload your bags from the coach (like our Peru Jungle Lodge & at Machu Picchu). It’s a good idea to bring an overnight bag, or hand luggage that’s big enough to double up as an overnighter when needed.
What do the Contiki team do?
People are at the heart of everything we do, and our team is what makes our trips the best. Our worldwide On-Road Team, locally based staff & network of Local Guides are all extensively trained & widely travelled, & are the best in the business. But we know it’s not just about training, it’s about passion & our team have it in their blood.
Our team in Latin America are all genuine Latin locals, and they can’t wait to show you their backyard. Your Trip Manager is like your walking, talking guidebook – just for you. They plan your itinerary every day, organise your food and accomodation and book your Free Time Add ons, and because they know everything about where you’re going, you will too. Local Guides provide specialist knowledge when you need it and will always help you avoid the tourist traps.
What's not included that I should budget for?
There are loads of great things to spend your money on while you’re in Latin America – from a day trip to a beautiful coastal town, to a special dinner or an outfit that you just can’t resist... So how much money should you bring?
Remember your trip already includes plenty of things such as breakfast every day, many meals, lots of sightseeing, guided tours & activities & much more
Before you travel, it’s a good idea to read up on and get an idea of the Free Time Add-Ons you think you’ll want to do on trip, as these will form part of your overall budget. We’d advise doing some research on your chosen destinations beforehand, looking at things like:
- Cost of a local lunch
- Cost of a local dinner
- Cost of a local taxi
- Cost of entry to a sightseeing spot
Will I be able to access WiFi on my trip?
Contiki’s Latin America accommodation is almost all hotels on a twin-share basis. You will stay in centrally located 3-star hotels & resorts that have been chosen for their particular character, charm, location & style. They’re all very comfortable & have some great amenities, like WiFi and en-suite bathrooms.
What are Contiki’s sustainability credentials?
We believe that travelling sustainably and consciously, matters. Contiki Cares is our commitment to protecting the communities we visit, the wildlife we interact with, and the planet we all share. Our founding partner, the TreadRight Foundation was established 10 years ago as a not-for-profit organisation focused on promoting sustainable tourism within The Travel Corporation's family of brands. From our Me To We volunteering trip in Ecuador to the shark saver initiative in the Galapagos, our projects in Latin America are all about giving something back. Find out more at https://www.contiki.com/uk/en/about/contiki-cares.