Peruvian Highlights
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Let the good times roll as you go deep into some of Peru’s ultimate spots on this 8 day adventure. Get your culture fix at Machu Picchu, with its unbeatable views & ancient Inca history. Head to the mighty Amazon before feeling an adrenalin rush in Cusco, with rafting & mountain biking at the ready. Try fishing for piranha, spotting Amazonian Caiman & sleeping at a luscious lodge in the rainforest. You can choose to either trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or take it easy and go by train.
Let the good times roll as you go deep into some of Peru’s ultimate spots on this 8 day adventure. Get your culture fix at Machu Picchu, with its unbeatable views & ancient Inca history. Head to the mighty Amazon before feeling an adrenalin rush in Cusco, with rafting & mountain biking at the ready. Try fishing for piranha, spotting Amazonian Caiman & sleeping at a luscious lodge in the rainforest. You can choose to either trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or take it easy and go by train.
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ITINERARY
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YOU WILL VISIT
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DAY 1:
Lima
Lima
A new day, a new country – let’s do this! Steeped in Spanish colonialism yet buzzing with modern metro vibes, Lima is sure to ignite your love for Peru. Spend your morning marvelling at lavishly decorated churches and an underground tunnel cemetery overflowing with bones or catacombs, then hit the Barranco district this afternoon to get a feel for its bohemian ambiance. A stroll over the Bridge of Sighs is also a must. And of course no trip to Lima is complete without devouring at least one portion of ceviche – it’s a pretty massive deal in the city. Round off the day watching the sun set over the Pacific, most likely with a pisco sour in hand…
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Lima city tour
Lima
DAY 2:
Lima to Jungle Lodge via Puerto Maldonado
Lima
We’ll catch a flight the city of Puerto Maldonado in Peru’s southern jungle. We’ll have lunch on the river as we travel upstream by a traditional Peruvian boat to our Contiki Special Stay Rainforest Lodge in the mighty Amazon jungle, where we’ll try to spot toucans, macaws and capybaras along the way.
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Included flight to Puerto Maldonado
Puerto Maldonado
A quick tour of the city will reveal colourful fruit stalls, open air markets, and locals going about their day. But now we're back underway and we just want to get to the jungle.
Jungle Lodge
Our lodge is a special experience in itself! Located in then luscious rainforest and made from wood and clay, its open walls leave you sleeping virtually amongst the rainforest! After you settle in, we’ll get a different take on the jungle as we take a hike to the canopy tower. After climbing the 100ft of stairs you will be provided with a birds-eye view of the rainforest! Home to monkeys, birds, bromeliads and other jungle life, this is the ultimate way to see the jungle.
After dinner you can experience something really different, heading out to look for caiman, a member of the alligator family native to the Amazon. Scan the shores with flashlights and see if you can catch the red gleam of the light as it reflects off of the caiman’s eyes.
DAY 3:
Jungle Lodge
Jungle Lodge
With another day at the jungle lodge, keep your eyes peeled for a wildlife like the giant otter, monkeys, tropical birds, bromeliads and other jungle life, this is the ultimate way to see the jungle.
Jungle Lodge
DAY 4:
Jungle Lodge to Cusco
Jungle Lodge
Wave goodbye to your jungle home as we're off back to the capital of Peru!
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Included flight to Cusco
Cusco
Spend today exploring the beautiful city of Cusco - wander the main plaza, visit the Tread Right support weaving centre or feed your sweet tooth with a visit to the chocolate museum. Then get into Cusco's amazing nightlife & join our Illary (Sunrise) Club!
DAY 5:
Cusco to Sacred Valley
Cusco
Heading out of Cusco and bound for the Sacred Valley on our private coach, this is where our journey into the ruins and mystique of this land truly begins. But first, llamas. An iconic symbol of Peru, we’ll be stopping off at a llama farm to show some love to these furry favourites up close, and we’re talking the whole humpback family – llamas, vicuna and alpacas. #llamaselfie achieved, we’ll then stop off to witness the ancient Incan art of weaving in practise by a group of talented local artisans. Throughout the journey, play close attention to your surrounds – there’s the chance to spot the Incan farming technique of terracing, as well as the ‘salineras’ (salt mines). Want to know what the Peruvians do for fun? You’ll get the chance to play the traditional game of “Sapo”, and exactly what that entails we’ll leave to the imagination…
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Visit Llama Farm
Sacred Valley
Our explorations of the Sacred Valley will begin with a guided tour of the Pisac and Ollantaytambo ruins. Our Local Guide will give you the d-l on both, visiting the circular terraced Pisac ruins first which date back to the 1400’s. Moving on to Ollantaytambo, base camp for those taking the trek tomorrow, we’ll appease dry mouths with some homemade Chica de Jora brew. This tiny town may be small in geographical terms, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in attitude, with artisan shops and cafes spilling out onto streets, and the roaring Urubamba river providing the perfect natural background noise. For those embarking on the Inca trail tomorrow this is your final chance to stock up on last minute essentials (socks, socks and more socks). For all others, spend your time soaking in the vibes, hanging with other travellers and just getting a feel for this iconic little town.
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Entry into the Sacred Valley and Pisac ruins
Try some local Chicha de Jora
DAY 6:
Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes
Sacred Valley
For those embarking on our epic 1 day trek, we’ll catch the train to KM104 and the start of a day to remember. With just 3.5 hours on foot and 6-kilometres to cover, the enchanting site that awaits us will make it all worthwhile. Descending into the site we’ll take in Wayana Picchu 'Little peak' – the iconic peak you’ll have seen in every picture ever – marvelling at the incredible handiwork of the ancient Incas. Satisfaction levels at an all-time high and with a big ol’ smile on your tired face, we’ll head back to Aguas Calientes and a squishy hotel bed you couldn’t be more deserving of.
For those not embarking on the Inca Trail, the morning is yours to enjoy the surrounding lush mountains of Aguas Calientes.
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Sacred Valley Rafting
Aguas Calientes
Can you feel the excitement mounting? Yep – those are pretty much the feels when Machu Picchu is quite literally on the horizon. This afternoon we’ll hop on the train to Aguas Calientes, a cute town in its own right complete with roaring river, quaint bridges and local haunts, but most famously known as the gateway town to Machu Picchu. We’ll meet up with those who opted for the one day trek, and basically spend the evening hyping each other up for what’s to come tomorrow.
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Take the train to the gateway of Machu Picchu
DAY 7:
Machu Picchu to Cusco
Aguas Calientes
Excitement levels at an all-time high, the day we’ve all been waiting for is finally here – it’s Machu Picchu time! Built around 1450 at the height of the Incan Empire, Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the new world. We’ll be treated to a guided tour of the site taking in such wonders as the Temple of the Three Windows and Wayana Picchu (the peak you’ll of seen in every Machu Picchu image ever), and of course you’ll have some alone time to explore the area as only you can do. This is one big old tick off the life goals list, so enjoy every single second of it.
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Visit Machu Picchu
Cusco
Back on the train we’ll de-brief on our once-in-a-lifetime experience as we head back to Cusco. Last time round was all about getting acquainted with the city, so now you’ve got you’re bearings you can really get lost amongst the market stalls and cobbled streets, maybe even going truly local by trying out a serving of cuy.
DAY 8:
Depart Cusco
Cusco
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Cusco
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ACCOMMODATION
7 nights:
We always provide comfortable accommodation in a relaxed atmosphere - think comfy hotels, jungle lodges and bright communal areas for you and your new squad to relax and socialise.
TEAM
Don't fret, you'll be accompanied by the best Drivers, Trip Managers and English-speaking Local Guides around. Whether providing local knowledge or lols, our team members are people you can trust 100%. Not to mention your new squad of Contiki travel buddies.
FOOD
13 meals:
You can expect to refuel with hearty breakfasts, luscious lunches and delicious dinners from us but we'll also give you the opportunity to sample some of the best local cuisine. We'll get 13 of your meals, you get the rest. Taste it all - from simple street eats to gourmet fare.
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
Apart from transport, accommodation and meals along the way, we provide sightseeing tours of all major areas as well as a ridiculous amount of activities. Experience a walking tour of Cusco, a canopy hike in Peru's southern jungle and see the Pisac Ruins and the Sacred Valley. And that's only the beginning.
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
By the time you've lapped up the glory of everything included in this trip and basked in a bit of your own ME Time freedom, there will be zero hours left for boredom and consulting TripAdvisor. It's an artful blend on time that we've conjured up just for you.
TRANSPORT
You'll be jet-setting across the Amazon, with 2 included flights and airport transfers. Then, for all your overland adventures you'll be riding in style on our air conditioned Contiki coaches, mini-coaches and vans.
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Tamara
We only had limited time and this trip was perfect for squeezing in a variety of Peru’s highlights. I would have loved to spend one more night in the jungle though!
Booked from Gold Coast
Traveled Jun 2018
Ashley Schnarrs
I liked the areas we went to. I also like the distribution of time for all activities and areas.
Traveled Apr 2018
Anonymous
This trip was great and everything I was looking for in a week-long adventure. I would recommend for adventurous travelers.
Traveled Mar 2018
Anonymous
Great hotels, 2 plane tickets and breakfasts and dinners were always included.
Traveled Mar 2018
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Sue Rodrigues
Everything about the trip from start to finish exceeded my expectations.
Booked from England
Traveled Nov 2017
Charlotte Mcclay
Marley Mcleod
Before this trip I didn't even know you could stay in the Amazon Rainforest, which was something I had always wanted to do. On top of that you get to hike the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, which was also unforgettable.
Traveled Oct 2017
Jessica Baker
Worth the price. Includes stay, travel within the country (minus flying back to Lima from Cusco), and most meals.
Booked from California
Traveled Oct 2017
Kristen Lane
Don't feel like I got my money's worth - I went to Peru to see Machu Picchu not cook...
Booked from Sydney
Traveled Aug 2017
Anonymous
Exceptional Guide! Jonathan is a great guy and madue the trip very memorable. He was so happy to show us his country and culture. Also the trip was we'll organised with so many highlights. Really great experience! If only it lasted longer as there is so much more to see in Peru..
Traveled Aug 2017
Laura Ellerton
There were strikes during our holiday. This wasn't publicised widely online so we knew nothing of it despite some strikes occurring before we even arrived. I understand that this sort of thing is out of Contiki's hands but a good service usually informs travellers of important information such as that before travel. It turned out that formal strikes were called whiles we were in the amazon- I was informed by a traveller on another tour. As a group we were informed once we reached Cusco. A long story short we were unable to go to Machu Picchu and Contiki were great in terms of getting us back to Cusco and sorting accommodation. We received a refund for the train and entry to Machu Picchu ONLY. To receive a higher score an international company such as Contiki should have 1, emailed us as soon as strikes started 2, kept us up to date throughout 3, offered a small percentage off next Contiki booking as Machu Picchu is the reason why most people booked (as a show of good faith).
Traveled Aug 2017
Anonymous
Incredible trip - our tour guide, Jhono made it an unforgettable experience. I wouldn't change a thing about it.
Traveled Jul 2017
Anonymous
The inca trail was the highlight of the tour. Lots of hard work, but made easier with such a supportive group and excellent guides. After a tough hike, the view of Machu Picchu at the end was breathtaking, and unforgettable.
Traveled Jun 2017
Lauren Villalva
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Contiki Peru Trip
We only had limited time and this trip was perfect for squeezing in a variety of Peru’s highlights. I would have loved to spend one more night in the jungle though!
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Andes & Amazon Highlights
I liked the areas we went to. I also like the distribution of time for all activities and areas.
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Great People, Improve Software
This trip was great and everything I was looking for in a week-long adventure. I would recommend for adventurous travelers.
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Amazon and Andes
Great hotels, 2 plane tickets and breakfasts and dinners were always included.
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Andes & Amazon Highlights
I loved the Andes it was worth the trip
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Fantastic and would use them again.
Everything about the trip from start to finish exceeded my expectations.
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YES YES YES
3 types of holiday rolled into one
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One of the Best Experiences
Before this trip I didn't even know you could stay in the Amazon Rainforest, which was something I had always wanted to do. On top of that you get to hike the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, which was also unforgettable.
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Spring into Peru
Worth the price. Includes stay, travel within the country (minus flying back to Lima from Cusco), and most meals.
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Contiki - very hit and miss
Don't feel like I got my money's worth - I went to Peru to see Machu Picchu not cook...
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Great experience - amazing guide!
Exceptional Guide! Jonathan is a great guy and madue the trip very memorable. He was so happy to show us his country and culture. Also the trip was we'll organised with so many highlights. Really great experience! If only it lasted longer as there is so much more to see in Peru..
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Strikes prevented us going to Machu Picchu
There were strikes during our holiday. This wasn't publicised widely online so we knew nothing of it despite some strikes occurring before we even arrived. I understand that this sort of thing is out of Contiki's hands but a good service usually informs travellers of important information such as that before travel. It turned out that formal strikes were called whiles we were in the amazon- I was informed by a traveller on another tour. As a group we were informed once we reached Cusco. A long story short we were unable to go to Machu Picchu and Contiki were great in terms of getting us back to Cusco and sorting accommodation. We received a refund for the train and entry to Machu Picchu ONLY. To receive a higher score an international company such as Contiki should have 1, emailed us as soon as strikes started 2, kept us up to date throughout 3, offered a small percentage off next Contiki booking as Machu Picchu is the reason why most people booked (as a show of good faith).
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Andes & Amazon Highlights
Incredible trip - our tour guide, Jhono made it an unforgettable experience. I wouldn't change a thing about it.
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On top of the world!
The inca trail was the highlight of the tour. Lots of hard work, but made easier with such a supportive group and excellent guides. After a tough hike, the view of Machu Picchu at the end was breathtaking, and unforgettable.
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Andes & Amazon Highlights
Best experience of my life!
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