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		<title>SOUTH PERU’S WONDERS (LIMA – CUSCO –  INCA TRAIL – MACHUPICCHU) 18 DAYS / 17 NIGHTS</title>
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 Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez and transfer to hotel. Foods done not include.
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<p> <P>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez and transfer to hotel. Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Paracas - Peru" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3144/3011296835_a699051d9e_m.jpg" title="Paracas - Peru" width="240" height="159" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Paracas - Peru</p></div>Departure early morning at 9:00am in private bus with our guides to Paracas and Nazca. It is a nature preserve protected, so much the flora and the marine life crossed by the cold current of Humboldt.<br />
It situated in full coastal desert, this zone benefited with the most important marine wealth of the world in the favorable conditions for the presence of the marine outcroppings that were renewed of large masses of plankton, unnamable vital food species of fish. Paracas is the land of numerous birds and large colonies of seals.<br />
We will arrive to hotel. final of the morning, rest at edge of the pool. Lunch free. to beginning in the afternoon we will leave for a walk on foot in the reserve to edge of the ocean pacific. return to hotel. Foods done not include.</P><br />
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<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Huacachina" src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/27/345993887_fc6fcb5eb5_m.jpg" title="Huacachina" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Huacachina</p></div>We will arrive to Paracas port, and we will take the rowboat to visit the Ballestas islands, inhabited by thousands of birds and seals. We will pass to front of the candelabra whose history constitutes until nowadays a mystery. </p>
<p>After two hours of excursion, we return to Paracas and exit in private transportation to Nazca. In the route we will visit a wine cellar of Ica and we will taste of the Pisco and of the local wine. We will leave again some kilometers but far away to do a visit to Huacachina lagoon. Continuing with our journey toward Nazca. Installation in the hotel. food do not includes.</P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p>Early in the morning transfer of the hotel to airport to do an over flight in light aircraft. That has a duration of 30 minutes. Later we will take again our route toward Arequipa. Lunch free in Inca port to edge of the ocean pacific, is a long route that crosses the coastal desert to Arequipa. Spend the night in the Hotel Foods done not include Note: 565 Km – 6/7h duration of the trip.</p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Arequipa" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3115/3130470887_932ed1d8e0_m.jpg" title="Arequipa" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Arequipa</p></div>In the afternoon, at 3:00 pm you will be picked up from your Arequipa hotel. You will visit the Main Square, the Cathedral, Churches, the Polychromatic Dome.The districts of Yanahuara, Santa Catherine Convent, Saint Francisco Church, the district of San Lazaro, Carmen Alto Viewpoint and the residential zone of Glad Forest. Transfer to the hotel.</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>The Colca Canyon is an impressive geological formation. This canyon is one of the deepest of the world with 3680 m of depth. Departure in a buss, to take up again the magnificent route toward the Colca Canyon. In the route we will observe the vicuñas. Landscape of the patapampa pass (4800m) installation in the hotel we will bathe in the hot spring of the Yanque town. Foods done not include</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p>Departure early in the morning for the observation of the condors in the cross of the condor. It visits of some towns of the Colca Canyon and return to arequipa. Spend the night in Hotel Foods done not include. </p>
<h3>Day 8</h3>
<p>Transfer to buss station for a direct journey toward the city of Puno, situated around of Titicaca lake. Reception in Puno and transfer to hotel 6 hours trip Foods done not include</p>
<h3>Day 9</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Uros Island" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3640/3391998431_77a325f195_m.jpg" title="Uros Island" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Uros Island</p></div>Transfer in the morning to port of Puno to embark us toward the Uros islands, after 40minutes of rowboat. We will visit with our guide the floating islands Uros, these islands are not natural. They have been built for the tribes called Uros, the main activity of this tribe is the fishing. After three hours trip in rowboat we will arrive to other island that is less visited that the neighboring island of Taquile. We will share with the settlers of the island its routine customs. And the lunch that will be offered by a family. The visit will be carried out with guide of the place the Inca traces dedicated to the “Pacha papa” and “Pacha mama” dinner in the night in the house of the inhabitant.<br />
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<h3>Day 10</h3>
<p>We will embark upon a rowboat at 08:30 AM in order then to travel approximately an hour, we will arrive at the island of Taquile that represents a great cultural interest. Where the inhabitants live maintaining the traditions of their ancestors that were the Inca. Lunch in a typical restaurant of the island. return to Puno beginning of the half a day. Transfer to Hotel, Foods do not includes<br />
Nota 1: the navigation on the lake cannot get dark.</p>
<h3>Day 11</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Cusco" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3099/3082106113_2b2706f761_m.jpg" title="Cusco" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Cusco</p></div>Transfer buss station of Puno departures at 8:30am in direction to navel of the world: Cusco. We will have the opportunity to observe the on departing landscapes to long of ours traveled through or travel. Lunch in Sicuani (does not include) visit of the of Viracocha temple in Raqchi, Visit of the populated of Andahauylillas with its celebrated &#8220;Sistine chapel&#8221; that was built in 17th century to finish with the visits we will do a stop in the archaeological place of Tipon, immediately we will continue for arrive at the 16.30pm to the archaeological capital of America final of the day. Spend the night in hotel. Foods done not include<br />
Option: To take the train Puno-Cusco of the Andes orient express circulates the days Monday, Wednesday and Saturdays.</p>
<h3>Day 12</h3>
<p>In the morning we can visit with our guide our traditional market of Cusco and some museums.<br />
Afternoon city tour in Cusco. 13:30hrs  Visit Temple of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. Hotel (Foods done not includes)</p>
<h3>Day 13</h3>
<p>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 08:30hrs. Visit Pisaq archaeological place and Indian market, Lunch in Urubamba or Calca is includes, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. Return to hotel at 18:30hrs.<br />
(Dinner done not includes).</p>
<h3>Day 14</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2181/2224664405_7a88d49a26_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>All day excursion by train to Machu Picchu. At 5:30 am you will leave the hotel to the station to take the 6:00 am train. Travel is in &#8220;Vistadome&#8221; Class (formerly &#8220;Autowagon&#8221;). At 9:40 a.m., you will arrive at the Aguas Calientes Station, from where you take a 25 minute bus ride to the ruins of Machu Picchu. Once there, you will have a guided tour, with an English<br />
speaking professional guide. The ruins are on the eastern slope of Machu Picchu in two separate areas: the agricultural and the urban. (Lunch &#038; dinner not included). Overnight at the Hotel in Aguas Calientes.</p>
<h3>Day 15</h3>
<p>Morning at leisure to explore the ruins on your own ( only entrance fee and<br />
transportation is included). Relax at the local hot springs, and enjoy the<br />
enormous beauty of Machu Picchu that certainly deserves an extra day. In the<br />
afternoon you will take the train to Cusco 15hrs. Upon arrival in Cusco, transfer<br />
to hotel. (Breakfast included). Lunch &#038; dinner done not includes.</p>
<h3>Day 16</h3>
<p>Day free to do purchases and to visit the museums, churches and many other places. or also to do other activities. Dinner in a restaurant with folkloric show.</p>
<h3>Day 17</h3>
<p>Transfer to airport of Cusco, flight to Lima. Reception in the airport and transfer to hotel. beginning of the half a day visit with a guide of the Peruvian capital. We<br />
will discover the colonial neighborhoods of the center the city, we will pass for the plaza San Martin, Main Square, the cathedral and we will visit the catacombs of San Francisco. Return to hotel. Foods done not include.</p>
<h3>Day 18</h3>
<p>Transfer to airport and connection international flight. Foods done not include</p>
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<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
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<li>17 nights in HOTEL</li>
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		<title>FASSINATION OF ANDEAN COUTRIES (LIMA – CUSCO –  MACHUPICCHU – PUNO – SUN ISLANDS – LA PAZ) &#8211; 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS</title>
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<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="San Francisco" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1282/1174667483_074ea88457_m.jpg" title="San Francisco" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">San Francisco</p></div> <P>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez and transfer to hotel. Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P>Lima was founded in 1535 by the conquering Francisco Pizarro and in 1542, this city comes to do the capital of the Spanish empire in South America. The economic, strategic, and political influence of this capital one al important place Spanish architectural works, between the XVII centuries and XVIII.<br />
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The visit begins at 09:00am with a guide of the colonial city. We will discover the colonial neighborhoods of the center of the city, passing for the plaza San Martin, main square, the cathedral and we will visit the catacombs of San Francisco.</p>
<p>beginning in the afternoon we will leave toward the archaeological museum who presents a collection of pre-Colombian weavings, of goldsmithing, mummies. We will finish the day with a visit to neighborhood of Barranco (that represents the artists). transfer to hotel al final of the day. Food done not include.</P><br />
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Qoricancha" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3176/2925732630_635e89f8d8_m.jpg" title="Qoricancha" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Qoricancha</p></div><br />
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour in Cusco. Visit Temple of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. Hotel</P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 08:30hrs. Visit Pisaq archaeological place and Indian market, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. Hotel</p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 05:30hrs. Tour to Machupicchu full day by train return to Cusco 20:00hrs.</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>Transfer to the train or bus station. Ten hour train or bus ride to Puno *, across the scenic high Andes landscapes only dotted by small villages and herds of the llamas and vicuñas. Upon arrival, transfer to Hotel. (B)<br />
(*if traveling by train ask for availability and price)</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Taquile Island" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1179/1259293634_04e4246177_m.jpg" title="Taquile Island" width="240" height="159" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Taquile Island</p></div>will be picked up from your hotel at 6:40 a.m., after a 2 hour motorboat ride, you will arrive at the Uros island in the Titicaca lake. Fishermen and hunters inhabit the floating islands of the Uros. The residents of the Uros use the cattail, a type of rush, which grows in the lake, to create the conditions that ensure the islands stay afloat. The dense roots that the plants develop support the island. The roofs are waterproof and the houses are extremely humid because of the surrounding water. At present, they speak Quechua and Aymara. Then we will visit the Taquile island, where we will have lunch in the cooperative restaurant. There is also a cooperative shop on the plaza that sells exceptional wool goods which are of very fine quality and somewhat expensive. Taquile Island is famous for its craft production, particularly for its beautiful textiles. The island is narrow at about 1 Km. wide and 6 to 7 Km. long. The visit could be exhausting because of the 533 steps on the stone stairway to climb to get to the village and because of the altitude (13,000 ft above sea level). On Taquile there are numerous pre-Inca and Inca ruins as well as Inca terracing. We will return in Puno in the afternoon, overnight at the hotel. (B,)</p>
<h3>Day 8</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Copacabana" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1379/1320205385_be3ffa5953_m.jpg" title="Copacabana" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Copacabana</p></div>You will picked up from your hotel at 6:30 am. Early land transfer to Copacabana Sanctuary, board the Catamaran Cruise Ship, lunch while sailing to Sun Island, the legendary birthplace of the Inca Empire. Visit the Inca Garden, steps and fountain then the Inti Watana Cultural Complex including the Ekeko Underground Museum, the traditional medicine and the Titicaca Reed Shipbuilders display centers, the Pachamama agricultural Inca terraces, a handicraft center, the Intica lounge and at the Manco Capac look out the largest variety of Andean cameloids. Also, the Inti Wata Complex at Sun Island includes a unique sailing experience aboard a huge Titicaca Traditional vessel for a panoramic visit to the Pilkokaina Inca Palace.<br />
Catamaran Cruise to Sun Island&#8217;s isolated Challapampa Village ½ a day of participative tourism, visitors have the opportunity to interact with one of the most unspoiled indigenous Titicaca villages through an innovative program organized with the local community sharing rituals, ceremonies, folkloric demonstrations, visiting their own museums, houses, chapel, school, sailing in their vessels to an Inca holy temple, walking through Inca trails and receiving authentic welcome gifts. Romantic candle light dinner and overnight on board the Catamaran in lake view cabins with private facilities. (B)</p>
<h3>Day 9</h3>
<p>Catamaran Cruise Ship sail across the lake enjoying the overwhelming panorama. Land transfer to La Paz city before noon. Upon arrival transfer to Gloria Hotel or similar. (B)</p>
<h3>Day 10</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Plaza Murillo - Bolivia" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2427/3550564606_a5c3ee24ca_m.jpg" title="Plaza Murillo - Bolivia" width="240" height="159" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Plaza Murillo - Bolivia</p></div>We pick up passengers from the hotel to visit a typical Indian Market, the famous Witch Doctor’s Market and the San Francisco Colonial Church, built in 1.744. The tour continues by the Plaza Murillo where the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the National Congress buildings are located. Then, we will visit the famous colonial street “Calle Jaén” along with the museums located within the old colonial La Paz, followed by the visit to an archaeological temple from the Tiwanaku Culture. Lunch in a typical restaurant. To change scenery, the tour continues to the residential areas of Obrajes, Calacoto and La Florida. The tour ends with a visit to the unique Moon Valley, where you will have the opportunity to walk around, and a visit to a ceramic workshop with a demonstration of the art of pottery.<br />
Overnight. (B)</p>
<h3>Day 11</h3>
<p>After breakfast, transfer to the airport where you will take your international flight ( B ) </p>
<p>END OF OUR SERVICES</p>
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<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>11 nights in HOTEL</li>
<li>Professional, English-speaking guide </li>
<li>Natural mineral water from Cusco</li>
<li>All domestic air fare tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
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<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
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<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
<li>Sunscreen and hat Personal medical kit</li>
<li>Flashlight Bathing suit and </li>
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		<title>PERU FANTASTIC (LIMA – CUSCO – MACHUPICCHU – ICA &#8211; NAZCA  LINES- PARACAS  ) &#8211; 7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS</title>
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<p> <P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Cusco" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1228/1322481271_b9a9ffc871_m.jpg" title="Cusco" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Cusco</p></div>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez and transfer to hotel. Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.<br />
Afternoon city tour in Cusco. Visit Temple of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. Hotel.</P></p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 05:30hrs. Tour to Machupicchu full day by train return to Cusco 20:00hrs.</P><br />
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<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Pisac" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1114/825130382_6c4acb8c27_m.jpg" title="Pisac" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Pisac</p></div>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 08:30hrs. Visit Pisaq archaeological place and Indian market, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. Hotel</p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p>After breakfast transfer to airport and flight to Lima. Reception in Lima and transfer to hotel.</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>Departure early morning at 07:00am in private bus with our guides to Paracas and Nasca. It is a nature preserve protected, so much the flora and the marine life crossed by the cold current of Humboldt. It situated in full coastal desert, this zone benefited with the most important marine wealth of the world in the favorable conditions for the presence of the marine outcroppings that were renewed of large masses of plankton, unnamable vital food species of fish. Paracas is the land of numerous birds and large colonies of seals.<br />
We will arrive to hotel. final of the morning, rest at edge of the pool. Lunch free. to beginning in the afternoon we will leave for a walk on foot in the reserve al edge of the ocean pacific. return to hotel. Foods done not include.</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Paracas" src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/53/159203012_dd8be2a84e_m.jpg" title="Paracas" width="240" height="171" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Paracas</p></div>We will arrive to Paracas port, and we will take the rowboat to visit the Ballestas islands, inhabited by thousands of birds and seals. We will pass to front of the candelabra whose history constitutes until nowadays a mystery. After two hours of excursion, we return to Paracas and exit in private transportation to Nazca. In the route we will visit a wine cellar of Ica and we will taste of the Pisco and of the local wine. We will leave again some kilometers but far away to do a visit to Huacachina lagoon. Continuing with our journey toward Nazca. Installation in the hotel. food do not includes</p>
<h3>Day 8</h3>
<p>Early in the morning transfer of the hotel to airport to do an over flight in light aircraft. That has a duration of 30 minutes. Later we will take again our route retour to Lima. Lunch free in Inca port to edge of the ocean pacific. In Lima transfer to hotel. At night flight to home</p>
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<li>All transfer in/out</li>
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<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>2 nights in lodge</li>
<li>Meals (Vegetarian option available)</li>
<li>Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff</li>
<li>Natural mineral water from Cusco</li>
<li>All domestic air fare tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
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<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
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<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
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<h3>WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING AND CARRY</h3>
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<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
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		<title>CHOQUEQUIRAW TO MACHUPICCHU &#8211; 08 DAYS / 07 NIGHTS</title>
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The archaeological site of CHOQUEQUIRAO is a part of Andean towns in Vilcabamba valley in the time of the Incas, it was united and in communication with MACHU PICCHU by a complex network of trails. After visiting this place we continue exploring other valleys, this route is one of the last unexplored routes although nowadays [...]]]></description>
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<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Choquequirao" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1320/3352799351_a3df5c88f8_m.jpg" alt="Choquequirao" width="240" height="141" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Choquequirao</p></div>
<p>The archaeological site of CHOQUEQUIRAO is a part of Andean towns in Vilcabamba valley in the time of the Incas, it was united and in communication with MACHU PICCHU by a complex network of trails. After visiting this place we continue exploring other valleys, this route is one of the last unexplored routes although nowadays there are more people exploring it more often to the landscapes, hot spring and the closest contact with the Andean settlers who dress in really typical and unique customs in the world.</p></div>
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<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Choquequirao" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3416/3418961435_b89842789d_m.jpg" title="Choquequirao" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Choquequirao</p></div>Leave from Cusco at o’clock in the morning by bus arriving at Cachora town approximately at 8:00 am in the morning where we will have walk and here after we arrange the equipment on mules and horses. From this place we can observe the Majestic Padreyoq snow-covered peak 5482 masl the hike on this first day is 21.50 Km. 3 hours flat from Cachora to Mirador Capuliyoq and 4 hours down hill until camp site 1580 masl.</p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p>Early in the morning 6:00 am after breakfast, we continue our hike going up to Choquequirao. We will arrive to archaeological place Choquequirao after 6 hours, good time to enjoy that majestic place, we will observe three levels of the excavated ruins, we will appreciate houses, terraces and other parts of this Inca town (depending of the weather we´ll observe the flight of the Condors)</p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Choquequirao" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3353/3418960823_0145687e0e_m.jpg" title="Choquequirao" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Choquequirao</p></div>We will depart at around 7:00 am. In the direction of Maizal along a climbing trail to the pass of the Choquequirao 3,300 masl and from which we will have impressive views of the Apurimac Canyon, we will inmediately descend towards the Pinchiunuyoq small archaeological complex and Rio Blanco for the lunch, and in the afternoon we will climb 3 hour until Maizal.</p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p>We will leave the campsite at around 7:00 am to start the four hour steep climb towards the Yanama Pass (4,500 masl) and from which we will have impressive views of the Salkantay snow peak, we will take a rest after descend towards the Yanama community (3,400 masl). We will camp at this place.</p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Choquequirao" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3325/3486240736_e9c474f2de_m.jpg" title="Choquequirao" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Choquequirao</p></div>We will depart at around 8:00am. In the direcction of Hornopampa, along we will leave behind to begin the difficult part of the trek which consist of an abroupt and steep ascent that stretches for 4 Km. Until the pass, along this climb the landscape changes with many levels variations and along which we will see little groups of houses, flora, small wild birds. Camp</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>We will wake up at around 6:00 am and after breakfast we will continued lower get down enjoyng the landscape of this valley , where we will camp in Qollpapampa ( 2,900 masl)</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3110/2861299898_d66bb947ba_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>This day we will descend for a cloud forest and sub tropical enjoying the landcape, whose climate is template-hot and we will appreciate the Santa Teresa river, after the lunch the walk is continued until arrive to the place called Lumacbamba, where we will camp.</p>
<h3>Day 8</h3>
<p>In this day we arrive to Central Hidroelectric of Machupicchu and 3 hours more we will arrive to Machupicchu. Visit Machupicchu. In the afternoon we will take the train in Aguas Calientes to the city of Cusco.<br />
* Departures and arrival times are approximate.</p>
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<li>All transfer in/out</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver</li>
<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>High quality tents and equipment (includes dining tent, kitchen tent)</li>
<li>Meals (Vegetarian option available)</li>
<li>Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff</li>
<li>Pack animals (mules and llamas) to carry baggage and equipment</li>
<li>Oxygen bottle</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHATS NOT INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>Breakfast on the first day.</li>
<li>Dinner on the last day.</li>
<li>Tips.</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING AND CARRY</h3>
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<li>Sleeping bag</li>
<li>Warm clothing/thermals</li>
<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
<li>Sunscreen and hat Personal medical kit</li>
<li>Flashlight Bathing suit and towel</li>
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		<title>SALKANTAY TREK TO MACHUPICCHU &#8211; 05 DAYS / 04 NIGHTS</title>
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<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Salkantay" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3226/2423325165_5f482d39e7_m.jpg" title="Salkantay" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Salkantay</p></div>The amazing Trek runs beneath the sacred SALKANTAY MOUNTAIN (6,271m) one of the highest and most stunning in the Peruvian Andes, passing through Quechua communities and lesser-known Inca ruins, to finally join the 5 day of MACHU PICCHU.</p>
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<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p> <P>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.</P><br />
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<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.</P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p><P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Huayrac" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2184/1993593614_d99218ece1_m.jpg" title="Huayrac" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Huayrac</p></div>This day will be unforgettable because throughout the way we will see a great variety of flora and fauna, starting off of HUAYRAC will happen through the ARRANNIYUC community and continued descending towards the forest eyebrow, where we will appreciate the thermal water formation in a small valley, soon to follow the course of the river Santa Teresa, observing in this section diverse varieties of orquídeas and cataracts of great magnitude, finally we arrived at our camping in denominated site LLUSKAMAYU (5pm. approx.) Supper and spends the night.</P></p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p>Very early we will take a car to Santa Teresa one hour then we will be walk to Train station Central Hydroelectric there we wait the train, transportation by train to Aguas Calientes. Sleep there in hotel.</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3298/3548310519_14f238ebc5_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>Early walk or bus to the Citadel of Machupicchu, guided tour for 3 hours and plenty of free time to explore more, optional time to Climb the mountain Huayna Picchu, Temple of the Moon, or the Gate of the Sun, Buffet lunch in Aguas Calientes and at approx 16:00 hrs we are taking our return train to Cusco arriving around 9:00 pm to Cusco City. B LINCLUDES; Private and local transport, Camping equipment, all meals during the tour, porters and donkeys, English speaking guide, cooks, all entrance fees, and train return back to Cusco, 3 nights in tents and 1 night in a Hostel.</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p>After breakfast transfer to airport and flight to Lima. Reception in Lima and transfer to hotel.</p>
<h3>Departures:</h3>
<p>Fixed departures every days.<br />
Group size: Maximum 16 minimum 2.</p>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
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<li>All transfer in/out</li>
<li>2 nights accommodation in Cusco 3* hotels</li>
<li>1 night in Aguas Calientes</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver </li>
<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>High quality tents and equipment (includes dining tent, kitchen tent)</li>
<li>Meals (Vegetarian option available)</li>
<li>Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff</li>
<li>Pack animals (mules and llamas) to carry baggage and equipment</li>
<li>Bus tickets to and from Machu Picchu</li>
<li>Bus ticket from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes.</li>
<li>Train ticket back to Cusco</li>
<li>All domestic air flights tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
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<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHATS NOT INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>Breakfast on the first day.</li>
<li>Dinner on the last day.</li>
<li>Entry to hot pools in Santa Teresa (10 soles)</li>
<li>Tips.</li>
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<li>Sleeping bag </li>
<li>Warm clothing/thermals</li>
<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
<li>Sunscreen and hat Personal medical kit</li>
<li>Flashlight Bathing suit and towel</li>
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		<title>LARES VALLEY TO MACHUPICCHU   &#8211; 05 DAYS / 04 NIGHTS</title>
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<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Lares valley" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3131/2567933827_657dab18e1_m.jpg" title="Lares valley" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Lares valley</p></div>This trip combines the best of the Lares Valley with visits to the fascinating Inca archaeological remains of Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. Our first stop is the colonial town of Lares, where we bathe in the hot medicinal springs before beginning a four-day trek through the spectacular Urubamba Range. Each day is reasonably paced with ample time to enjoy the incredible scenery, lunch alongside cascading waterfalls, and appreciate the life of the Andean farmer. On the fourth day we reach the legendary Inca stronghold of Ollantaytambo, considered a living museum for its Inca stone dwellings and the people who continue to inhabit them. Next, we take the short train ride to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary, one of the world&#8217;s most beautiful and important archaeological remains.</p>
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<p> <div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Lares" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3164/2837161775_b117ab5f67_m.jpg" title="Lares" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Lares</p></div><br />
<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p> <P>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P>Depart Cusco early morning in a private bus through the Sacred Valley to the picturesque town of Lares (3100m.). Here, we will spend time. Accompanied by mules to carry our packs, we begin our hike up the verdant river valley and continue for about 2 hours until lunch place,  after lunch we will continue to reaching the charming community of Cuncani (3600m.) to camp.</P></p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Quishuarani" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2489/3676949570_52e91391c4_m.jpg" title="Quishuarani" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Quishuarani</p></div>In the morning, we are greeted by a stunning view of the snow-capped peak, Colque Cruz (5700m.) Continuing our trek, beautiful landscapes dotted by colorful ponchos worn by villagers herding their sheep and llamas unfold before us. Slowly hiking upward, we pass a succession of turquoise lakes and then continue to the first high pass at Uchuycasa (4190m.) From the pass, we enjoy astounding views of the valley below as our trail winds down to the village of Quishuarani (3700m.), where we spend the night. B,L,D.</P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p><P>Today, we begin with a short walk to an impressive lake into which empties the beautiful, cascading waterfall of Pausi. Our trail leads up to the right, passing many small waterfalls and following an original Inca stone path. As we reach the Pachacuti pass (4600m.), we have spectacular views of the snow-covered peaks of Pitusiray (5750m.) and Chicon (5500m.). Down below, we can also see the striking Suirococha lake located next to the village of Cancha Cancha (3800), our last campsite. B,L,D</P></p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Cancha Cancha" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1415/604849839_c2f35e3bc8_m.jpg" title="Cancha Cancha" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Cancha Cancha</p></div>This is our least difficult hiking day as we continue downward from the village of Cancha Cancha, passing thatched-roof stone houses and pastoral farmland. As we head into the warm valley, we follow mountain streams through a wide corridor filled with bird life and rocky formations. The trail comes out at Sayhuapata (2800m.), 45 minutes more down we will arrive to HUARAN where enjoy and savory meals and from where our private vehicle will take us to the legendary Inca town of Ollantaytambo. In the afternoon, indicate hour we will take train to Aguas Calientes. Then we can relax, sleep comfortably in a hostal. B,L,</p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2181/2224664405_7a88d49a26_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>We take the early morning the tourist bus up to the famous archeological complex of Machu Picchu, arriving around 07:30a.m. An official, English-speaking guide will lead a tour of approximately 2 hours, followed by time to explore the remains on our own. Departing the ruins in the afternoon, we take the bus down to Aguas Calientes to catch the train back to Cusco. B</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p>After breakfast transfer to airport and flight to Lima. Reception in Lima and transfer to hotel.</p>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>All transfer in/out</li>
<li>2 nights accommodation in Cusco 3* hotels</li>
<li>1 night in Aguas Calientes</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver </li>
<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>High quality tents and equipment (includes dining tent, kitchen tent)</li>
<li>Meals (Vegetarian option available)</li>
<li>Professional, English-speaking guide and camp staff</li>
<li>Pack animals (mules and llamas) to carry baggage and equipment</li>
<li>Bus tickets to and from Machu Picchu</li>
<li>Bus ticket from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes.</li>
<li>Train ticket back to Cusco</li>
<li>All domestic air flights tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHATS NOT INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>Breakfast on the first day.</li>
<li>Dinner on the last day.</li>
<li>Visit to the hot spring.</li>
<li>Tips.</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING AND CARRY</h3>
<ul>
<li>Backpack or duffle bag</li>
<li>Sleeping bag </li>
<li>Warm clothing/thermals</li>
<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
<li>Sunscreen and hat Personal medical kit</li>
<li>Flashlight Bathing suit and towel</li>
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		<title>INCA TRAIL  &#8211; 04 DAYS / 03 NIGHT</title>
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Many countries have mountain ranges with beautiful scenery and Peru itself is richly blessed in this respect. However the scenery is only one of the elements responsible for the magic of the Inca Trail, not far from the Incas&#8217; capital Cusco. Can there be any walk anywhere in the world with such a combination of [...]]]></description>
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<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Inca Trail" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3582/3444717038_56ca42f72c_m.jpg" alt="Inca Trail" width="240" height="142" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Inca Trail</p></div>
<p>Many countries have mountain ranges with beautiful scenery and Peru itself is richly blessed in this respect. However the scenery is only one of the elements responsible for the magic of the Inca Trail, not far from the Incas&#8217; capital Cusco. Can there be any walk anywhere in the world with such a combination of natural beauty, history and sheer mystery and with such an awe-inspiring destination? The various ruins along the way serve to heighten the hiker&#8217;s sense of anticipation on approaching what is one of the outstanding sites in a new list of archaeological wonders of the world &#8211; Machu Picchu.</p></div>
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<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p>Reception and transfer to hotel in Cusco</p>
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Inca Trail" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3441/3367171059_5ae914a2c8_m.jpg" alt="Inca Trail" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Inca Trail</p></div>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p>Between 7:00 and 7:30 am, we will pick you up at your hotel in our own private bus. We will then drive to Piskacuchu (2700 masl), a community located on the 82nd kilometer of Cusco–Machupicchu railroad. Starting at this point, we will cross the bridge and walk along the left shore of the Urubamba River as it flows north-west along the Sacred Valley.<br />
Following the trail along a flat terrain, we will arrive in Miskay (2800 masl), to then ascend and finally see, from the tallest part of an overlook, the Inca city of Patallacta (2750 masl). We will continue trekking along the valley created by the Kusichaca river, gradually climbing for about five hours until we reach our first campsite in the Wayllabamba village (3000 masl). All along the way we will see spectacular views of the Vilcanota ridge on the opposite side of the Urubamba River, where the impressive Veronica peak reigns at 5832 masl, above sea level. Not to mention the diversity of wild flora and fauna that can be found all along the valley.</p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Inca trail" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2605/3678042657_c771f1b007_m.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Inca trail</p></div>
<p>We will wake up at around 6:00 am and after breakfast we will leave wayllabamba behind to begin the most difficult part of the trek which consist of an abrupt and steep ascent that stretches for 9 Km. Along this climb, the landscape changes from sierra to puna. On the way to the first pass, the Warmiwañusqa (Dead woman’s pass) 2,400 masl. from this point we will see the Veronica mountain. We advise that on this day specially, your day pack is well stocked with candies, chocolates and coca leaves that will keep your sugar level high, and help with altitude sickness. Immediately after the pass, we will descend into the Pacaymayu valley (3,600 masl), where we will camp after approximately 6h of hiking.</p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p>http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2605/3678042657_c771f1b007_m.jpgThis day is longest but also the most interesting, due the number of archaeological sites that we will visit and learn about from our guide. From Pacaymayu we will climb to the second pass, the Runcurakay pass (3970 masl)half way up we will visit the archaeological complex with de the same name. And after the pass we will descend towards Yanaqocha (black lagoon) and enter the cloud forest to finally arrive at Sayaqmarka ( 3624 masl ) this is beautiful complex made up of a semicircular construction. Continuing up an easy climb, we will arrive at the third pass, the abra de Puyupatamarka (3,700 masl).<br />
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Inca Trail" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2236/2538420656_6a7f4d8185_m.jpg" alt="Inca Trail" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Inca Trail</p></div><br />
Along this climb we can appreciate the magnitude of the Incas ancient craft, by walking along paths semi-detached from the mountain, and seeing rocks that fill up ravines in perfect order, saving the trail from the multileveled Andean geography. To later arrive at the archeological complex of the Phuyupatamarka ( town over the clouds ). From above, one can observe a sophisticated sacred complex made up of water fountains with solid foundations. And also impressive views of the Urubamba river valley and the along descending stone steps to Wiñayhuayna Camp site.</p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2181/2224664405_7a88d49a26_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>On this last day we will get up at 4:00 am to leave Wiñayhuayna an hour later and climb to Intipunku, or the sun gate. This will take an hour of hiking along a trail of flat stones on the edges of cliffs in highland jungle. From this fabulous spot we will see the sunrise over the sacred citadel of Machupicchu, and 40 minutes later we will enter the citadel from the highest point through the “ house of the guardians ” we will then descend to the control point where we will register ourselves and leave our backpacks. We will immediately begin a complete guided tour of the Inca Citadel that will take approximately 2 hours. You will then have free time to walk around, climb to Haynapicchu Mountain, where one can experience spectacular views of all of Machupicchu, the valleys and mountains that surround it, or you can visit the temple of the moon and the fabulous Inca bridge. In the afternoon we will meet in the town of Aguas Calientes where, if you like , you can visit and relax in the thermal baths. From here we will take the train to the city of Cusco, where we will arrive after nightfall.</p>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3481/3288951388_37c286070b_m.jpg" alt="Machupicchu" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>After breakfast transfer to airport and flight to Lima. Reception in Lima and transfer to hotel.<br />
At night flight to home.</p>
<p>* Departures and arrival times are approximate.<br />
* Campsites are subject to change according to the destination of the governmental institution regulating the use of the Inca Trail, as well as to our guide’s criteria and the evolution of the group.</p>
<h3>Departures:</h3>
<p>Fixed departures every days exception: one-month closing period of the classical Inca Trail route in February, during which an alternative trail is used from days 5 to 7.<br />
Group size: Maximum 16 minimum 5.</p>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>Pick-up from you hotel in the morning and transfer in private bus to Km.82, the starting				  			point of the trek.</li>
<li>Inca trail and Machupicchu entrance fees.</li>
<li>Igloo tents. 2 people in each 3 people capacity tents to allow for higher comfort and a<br />
safe keeping of backpacks.</li>
<li>One mattress per person.</li>
<li>Dinning tents with tables and chairs.</li>
<li>English speaking professional guide (2 guides for groups over 10 peoples).</li>
<li>Cook and cooking equipment.</li>
<li>Porters (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)</li>
<li>Accommodation for our guides, cook, and porters.</li>
<li>Meals (03B, 03L, 03D tea time and snack service every day).</li>
<li>First-aid kid including emergency oxygen bottle.</li>
<li>Bus ticket from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes.</li>
<li>Train ticket (backpaker service) from Aguas Calientes-Cusco.</li>
<li>2 night’s accommodation in a hotel in Cusco</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHATS NOT INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>Breakfast the first day and lunch on last day.</li>
<li>Sleeping bag.</li>
<li>Visit to the hot spring.</li>
<li>Tips.</li>
</ul>
<h3>WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING AND CARRY</h3>
<ul>
<li>Backpack or duffle bag</li>
<li>Sleeping bag</li>
<li>Warm clothing/thermals</li>
<li>Insect repellent</li>
<li>Trekking shoes/wool</li>
<li>Socks</li>
<li>Water bottle</li>
<li>Rain gear Day pack</li>
<li>Sunscreen and hat Personal medical kit</li>
<li>Flashlight Bathing suit and towel</li>
<li>Departures and arrival times are approximate.</li>
<li>Campsites are subject to change according to the destination of the governmental institution 		regulating the use of the Inca Trail, as well as to our guide’s criteria and the evolution<br />
of the group.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>CUSCO IMPERIAL AND MACHUPICCHU SPECIAL &#8211; 07 DAYS / 06 NIGHT</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:27:33 +0000</pubDate>
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 eception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days.
Foods done not include.
Day 2
 After breakfast we will organize our luggage’s after we will travel to Cusco. Transfer of the hotel to airport. Welcome in Cusco and transfer to [...]]]></description>
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<p> <P> <div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3367/3191654005_3c96b35ab1_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="161" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days.<br />
Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p> <P>After breakfast we will organize our luggage’s after we will travel to Cusco. Transfer of the hotel to airport. Welcome in Cusco and transfer to hotel. Welcome drink for everybody coca tea or some other tea. late short explanation about our itinerary in next days.<br />
Afternoon city tour in Cusco. 13:30hrs  Visit Temple of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. After tour transfer to Hotel.<br />
Foods done not include.</P><span id="more-42"></span></p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Pisac" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2302/2048154696_9f46588aa8_m.jpg" title="Pisac" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Pisac</p></div>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 08:30hrs. Visit Pisaq archaeological place and Indian market, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. Hotel<br />
Foods: Lunch </P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p><P>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 05:30hrs. Tour to Machupicchu full day by train. sleep in Aguas Calientes.<br />
Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p>You can visit other time to Machupicchu return to Cusco 20:00hrs Foods done not include.</p>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Cusco" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3099/3082106113_2b2706f761_m.jpg" title="Cusco" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Cusco</p></div><br />
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>Day free to do purchases and to visit the museums, churches and many other places. or also to do other activities.<br />
Foods done not include.</p>
<h3>Day 7</h3>
<p>Transfer to airport of Cusco, flight to Lima. At night flight to home.</p>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>All transfer in/out </li>
<li>6 nights accommodation in 3* hotels</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver  </li>
<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary </li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary </li>
<li>All domestic air flights tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
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		<title>CUSCO IMPERIAL SPECIAL &#8211; 06 DAYS / 05 NIGHT</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[h3>Day 1
 Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days.Foods done not include.
Day 2
After breakfast we will organize our luggage’s after we will travel to Cusco. Transfer of the hotel to airport. Welcome in Cusco and transfer to hotel. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3110/2861299898_d66bb947ba_m.jpg" title="Machupicchu" width="240" height="180" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Machupicchu</p></div><br />
<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p> <P>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days.Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<p>After breakfast we will organize our luggage’s after we will travel to Cusco. Transfer of the hotel to airport. Welcome in Cusco and transfer to hotel. Welcome drink for everybody coca tea or some other tea. late short explanation about our itinerary in next days.</p>
<p><span id="more-40"></span></p>
<p><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Qoricancha" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3176/2925732630_635e89f8d8_m.jpg" title="Qoricancha" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Qoricancha</p></div>Afternoon city tour in Cusco. 13:30hrs  Visit Temple of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. After tour transfer to Hotel.<br />
Foods done not include.</P></p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p><P>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 08:30hrs. Visit Pisaq archaeological place and Indian market, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. Hotel<br />
Foods: Lunch </P> </p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p><P><div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img alt="Train to Machupicchu" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3570/3656595131_e3fbb65254_m.jpg" title="Train to Machupicchu" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Train to Machupicchu</p></div>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 05:30hrs. Tour to Machupicchu full day by train return to Cusco 20:00hrs<br />
Foods done not include. </P></p>
<h3>Day 5</h3>
<p>Day free to do purchases and to visit the museums, churches and many other places. or also to do other activities.<br />
Foods done not include. </p>
<h3>Day 6</h3>
<p>Transfer to airport of Cusco, flight to Lima. At night flight to home.</p>
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	<a href="/booking/index.php?tour=CPC0012" target="_blank">BOOK TOUR NOW</a>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>All transfer in/out </li>
<li>5 nights accommodation in 3* hotels</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver  </li>
<li>All activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary </li>
<li>All national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary </li>
<li>First aid-kid including oxygen </li>
<li>Internal air fare ticket</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
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		<title>CUSCO IMPERIAL BASIC &#8211; 04 DAYS / 02 NIGHT</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:23:54 +0000</pubDate>
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Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Welcome drink for everybody, late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days. B/L/D.
Day 2
Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon city tour in Cusco. Visit Templo of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, [...]]]></description>
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<h3>Day 1</h3>
<p>Reception in the airport Jorge Chávez in Lima Peru and transfer to select hotel. Welcome drink for everybody, late short explanation about our itinerary in next fourth days. B/L/D.<span id="more-36"></span></p>
<h3>Day 2</h3>
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><img title="Sacsayhuaman" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3522/3455971523_04a9751d8d_m.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="160" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Sacsayhuaman</p></div>
<p>Transfer to airport of Lima to fly toward Cusco. Reception and transfer to hotel.<br />
Afternoon city tour in Cusco. Visit Templo of the Son Qoricancha, Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay. Hotel Foods done not include.</p>
<h3>Day 3</h3>
<p>After breakfast pick you up in the hotel 05:30hrs. Tour to Machupicchu full day by train return to Cusco 20:00hrs Foods done not include.</p>
<h3>Day 4</h3>
<p>After breakfast transfer to airport and flight to Lima. Reception in Lima and transfer to hotel.<br />
At night flight to home.</p>
<div id="reservas"><a href="/booking/index.php?tour=CPC0010" target="_blank">BOOK TOUR NOW</a></div>
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<h3>WHATS INCLUDED</h3>
<ul>
<li>All transfer in/out</li>
<li>3 nights accommodation in 3* hotels</li>
<li>Fully escorted tour – Contacto Aventura SAC  tour leader and driver</li>
<li>All  activities, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All  national parks and reserve entrance fees as per itinerary</li>
<li>All domestic air flights tickets</li>
<li>All taxes</li>
</ul>
<h3>TRANSPORT</h3>
<ul>
<li>Contacto Aventura Overland bus On Foot</li>
</ul>
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