8 Days Mystic Peru Italian speaking guide from Lima
Nature, history and living culture; Peru has all the ingredients of a dream destination. We invite you to experience this 8-day shared service tour of some of the most fascinating features of a country that was the birthplace of one of the most enigmatic civilizations in history. You will witness colonial cities and archaeological sites as incredible as Lima and Cusco and breath-taking landscapes while crossing the Andes. Discover and observe the inhabitants of the highest and most navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. This fascinating tour culminates with a visit to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, a World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the world.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator
- We recommend to book the flight Lima – Cusco not prior 3 pm hours on day 2
- Please note that Check In in most hotels begins at 1 pm hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby
- On Day 7: Operative note: You will be sharing the boat with other clients but the guide is on private basis on Titicaca Lake
- If your trip includes the visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling
- Upon arrival is recommended to rest for a few hours, drink coca tea and eat lightly. As a reference, Machu Picchu is located at 2400 meters (8 000 feet above sea level)
- On Day 3: Luggage note: For the overnight stay in Aguas Calientes, only hand luggage must be carried with the minimum necessary for the night (maximum 5 kg per person). The main baggage can be left on deposit in the hotel in Cusco.
- On Day 3: Operative note: The guide will leave clients at the Ollantaytambo station and the train journey is scheduled unaccompanied. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, customers will be expected by a chosen hotel representative who will accompany them on foot to the accommodation. Once at the hotel, customers will be contacted personally or by telephone by the Italian speaking guide who will provide all the indications for the Machu Picchu visit the next day.
- Important: During the rainy season (December-March) it will not be possible to carry out Maras's visit. Depending on the climatic situation, it will be replaced with a visit to the archaeological site of Moray or another excursion to be decided at the time.
- During the trip from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, there is no presence of the guide on board, on day 4
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel accompanied by a guide during the first entry. If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours to for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter in the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone. It is forbidden the follow objects: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weigh higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.
- NEW PLASTIC REGULATION: After the prohibition of the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles. Lima Tours installs a water refill point in our office in Aguas Calientes.
- What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to / from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)
- Private Transfer from train station in Ollantaytambo to hotel in Cusco
- Train to Machu Picchu round trip
- Meet & Greet at Cusco Airport on day 2
- Private Transfer from airport to hotel in Lima
- Shared bus Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and vv
- visit Ollantaytambo (day 3) guided tour Machu Picchu (day 4),guided tour in Cusco (day 5)
- Private Transfer from airport to hotel in Cusco
- Private Transfer from hotel to airport in Lima
- and guide on board
- Operated with Italian speaking local guide on shared basis on days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
- All visits mentioned in the itinerary: guided tour in Lima (day 2), visit Chinchero (day 3)
- ,full day excursion by boat on the Titicaca Lake, visit floating Uros & Taquile Islands (day 7)
- Meet & Greet on arrival at Lima International Airport on day 1
- Private Transfer from hotel in Puno to the Bus Station in Puno
- Private Transfer from hotel to pier in Puno
- 7 night's accommodation
- Shared Bus transfer from Puno to Bus Station in Cusco with english and spanish speaking assistance
- Private Transfer from Bus Station to hotel in Cusco
- Private Transfer from hotel in Puno to Juliaca Airport.
- Private Transfer from pier to hotel in Puno
- Puca Pucara (day 6), Temple of Raqchi (day 6); Andahuaylillas’ church (day 6)
- Domestic and international flights.
- Airport fees.
- Personal expenses such as drinks, telephone, laundry, etc.
- Anything not expressly indicated in "the price includes".
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