Independent Peru with Lake Titicaca

Independent Peru with Lake Titicaca

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Independent Peru with Lake Titicaca

11 Days Starting and ending in Lima, Peru

Visiting: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Puno

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

ISL1-2024

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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Tour Overview

If your independent spirit is filling your dreams with new heights in adventure, just point your compass south to soar higher in the Andes and the heart of Peru. This Globus Independent tour in South America takes you to the legendary sites in Lima, Cusco, magnificent Machu Picchu – the “Lost City of the Incas,” and Lake Titicaca. Explore ancient ruins that defy explanation and encounter the captivating cultures that live on in the Sacred Valley. Fly to Juliaca and travel to the shores of Lake Titicaca and sail on the highest navigable lake in the world to explore Taquile Island, a remnant of the Inca Empire. Marvel at the Uros Islands, where locals continue age-old traditions on these floating islands made entirely of reeds. and the locals continue their traditional way of life. Visit the ruins of Sillustani—the fascinating pre-Inca burial ground of ancient high priests. Timeless temples, textiles, and tantalizing dishes are all on the menu on this free-spirited sojourn in Peru, including the I-time you crave to explore on your own.

Highlights

  • Explore Lima's rich colonial history, including the cathedral and Santo Domingo Convent.

  • Visit the market town of Pisac in the Sacred Valley for handmade rugs, alpaca sweaters, and jewelry.

  • Discover the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo with its fine examples of Inca masonry.

  • Take a train trip to Machu Picchu, the "Lost City of the Incas," and explore its temple remains and aqueduct.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Cusco, visiting the Plaza de Armas, its Cathedral, and the Santo Domingo Monastery.

  • Sail on Lake Titicaca and visit Taquile Island and the reed-made Uros Islands.

  • Visit the pre-Incan burial ground of Sillustani and see the chullpas tombs.

Places You'll See

Hotel Pullman Miraflores

Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel And Villas

Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel

Casa Andina Premium Cusco

Ghl Lago Titicaca

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Lima,Peru

Location: Lima

Accommodation Name: Hotel Pullman Miraflores

Welcome to Lima, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.ARRIVE LIMA, PERU Welcome to Lima, where your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.

Day 2: Lima

Location: Lima

Accommodation Name: Hotel Pullman Miraflores

Meals Included: Breakfast

LIMA • Your included city tour focuses on Lima’s rich colonial history as well as the modern city. Lima was the bastion of Spanish South America from its founding in 1535 until the independence of the South American republics in the early 19th century. See the cathedral, where the remains of Francisco Pizarro are sealed in a wooden coffin, and the Santo Domingo Convent to see the relics of three famous Peruvian saints—Santa Rosa de Lima, San Martin de Porres, and San Juan Macias. (B)Today’s I-Time Tips This evening, you may choose to head over to a nearby park to witness the largest electronic water fountain complex in the world, certified by the Guinness Book of Records. You will enjoy a wonderful show of water, lights, music, and images.

Day 3: Lima,Cusco,Sacred Valley

Location: Cusco

Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas

Meals Included: Breakfast

LIMA–CUSCO–SACRED VALLEY • Fly to Cusco, high in the Andes, where you will be met by your Local Guide. • Upon arrival, begin your scenic drive into the lush Urubamba Valley, also known as the Sacred Valley of the Incas and your home for the next two nights. (B)

Day 4: Sacred Valley

Location: Sacred Valley

Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SACRED VALLEY • Today, your private sightseeing tour of the Sacred Valley begins in the market town of Pisac. Handmade rugs, alpaca sweaters, and jewelry can be bought here at bargain prices. • After time in the market, your next visit is the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo. Here, some of the finest examples of Inca masonry can be seen. • Enjoy an included lunch before returning to your hotel this afternoon. (B,L)

Day 5: Sacred Valley,Machu Picchu

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation Name: Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SACRED VALLEY–MACHU PICCHU • Board a train trip bound for Machu Picchu and cut a path through the Sacred Valley to this “Lost City of the Incas,” discovered by American explorer Hiram Bingham in 1911. • On a guided tour, explore this intact fortress with its temple remains, holy houses, and mile-long aqueduct. For hikers, a brisk one-hour walk leads to the Sun Gate, the ancient entrance used by the Incas. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Machu Picchu,Cusco

Location: Machu Picchu

Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Premium Cusco

Meals Included: Breakfast

MACHU PICCHU–CUSCO • A morning at leisure allows you to wake up early to see the sunrise over Machu Picchu with your included second entrance to the ruins. • Return to Cusco by train trip. (B)

Day 7: Cusco

Location: Cusco

Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Premium Cusco

Meals Included: Breakfast

CUSCO • Your guided tour of Cusco visits the Plaza de Armas and its Cathedral and the Santo Domingo Monastery, previously the Koricancha Temple, one of the most important temples devoted to worship of the sun. It is said it was covered in gold leaf and filled with golden representations of nature. • This afternoon is free to explore on your own.Today’s I-Time Tips Perhaps visit the Inca Museum or wander through the artisan district of San Blas.(B)

Day 8: Cusco,Juliaca,Lake Titicaca (Puno)

Location: Puno

Accommodation Name: GHL Lago Titicaca

Meals Included: Breakfast

CUSCO–JULIACA–LAKE TITICACA (PUNO) Fly to Juliaca, where you will be transferred to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. (B)

Day 9: Puno. Excursion To Lake Titicaca

Location: Puno

Accommodation Name: GHL Lago Titicaca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

PUNO. EXCURSION TO LAKE TITICACA • Today, enjoy a full day sailing on Lake Titicaca and take a motorboat to some of the lake’s more unique islands. Start with Taquile Island, once part of the Inca Empire and one of the last areas of Peru to be conquered by Spain in the 16th century. The Spanish banned traditional dress on the island, which is why the Spanish peasant dress can still be found today. • Next, travel to the fascinating Uros Islands, home to the Uros Indians who were forced to live on the lake as the Incas pushed farther into their territory. These islands are completely made from reeds, which are continually added to as they disintegrate to the bottom of the lake. (B,L)

Day 10: Puno,Sillustani,Juliaca,Lima

Location: Puno

Accommodation Name: Hotel Pullman Miraflores

Meals Included: Breakfast

PUNO–SILLUSTANI–JULIACA–LIMA • Depart for Juliaca this morning, visiting the ruins of Sillustani en route. At this pre-Incan burial ground, see where the ancient Aymaras buried their high priests in chullpas (above-ground cylinder-shaped tombs) dating back to the 1400s. • Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Lima, where the remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 11: Lima

Location: Lima

Meals Included: Breakfast

LIMA Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in Lima at Hotel Pullman Miraflores, in Sacred Valley at Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas, in Machu Picchu at Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel, in Cusco at Casa Andina Premium Cusco, and in Puno at GHL Lago Titicaca.

  • Meals

    Buffet breakfast daily; 3 lunches; 1 three-course dinner.

  • City Tour of Lima

    Included city tour focusing on Lima’s rich colonial history and modern city, including visits to the cathedral and Santo Domingo Convent.

  • Sacred Valley Tour

    Private sightseeing tour of the Sacred Valley, including visits to Pisac market and the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo.

  • Machu Picchu Tour

    Guided tour of Machu Picchu, including a train trip through the Sacred Valley and a second entrance to the ruins for sunrise viewing.

  • Cusco Tour

    Guided tour of Cusco, including visits to the Plaza de Armas, its Cathedral, and the Santo Domingo Monastery.

  • Lake Titicaca Excursion

    Full day sailing on Lake Titicaca with visits to Taquile Island and the Uros Islands.

  • Sillustani Visit

    Visit to the ruins of Sillustani en route to Juliaca.

  • Transportation

    Transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary, including private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights.

  • Local Guide Service

    Local guide service provided in Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca.

What's Not Included

  • Internal Airfare

    Internal air is not included but can be added.

  • Physical Requirements

    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.

    People should be in relatively good shape to visit Lake Titicaca (Puno) due to sustained altitudes above 12,000 feet.

    Maximum elevation on this tour is 13,000 ft.

UNESCO Sites

City of Cusco|Historic Center of Lima|Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu

Meals

Buffet breakfast daily; 3 lunches; 1 three-course dinner

Notes

Transportation is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary and include private airport transfers to/from intra-vacation flights. Local guide service is provied in Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca.

Internal air is not included but can be added.

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. People should be in relatively good shape to visit Lake Titicaca (Puno) due to sustained altitudes above 12,000 feet. Maximum elevation on this tour is 13,000 ft.

Accommodation

Lima: Hotel Pullman Miraflores, Sacred Valley: Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas, Machu Picchu: Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel, Cusco: Casa Andina Premium Cusco, Puno: GHL Lago Titicaca.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?

    You will stay at the Hotel Pullman Miraflores in Lima, Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel and Villas in the Sacred Valley, Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel in Machu Picchu, Casa Andina Premium Cusco in Cusco, and GHL Lago Titicaca in Puno.

  • What activities are included in the Lima city tour?

    The Lima city tour focuses on the city's rich colonial history and modern aspects. You will visit the cathedral where Francisco Pizarro's remains are sealed, and the Santo Domingo Convent to see the relics of three famous Peruvian saints: Santa Rosa de Lima, San Martin de Porres, and San Juan Macias.

  • What can I expect during the visit to the Sacred Valley?

    In the Sacred Valley, you will visit the market town of Pisac, where you can buy handmade rugs, alpaca sweaters, and jewelry. You will also visit the Inca Fortress of Ollantaytambo, known for its fine examples of Inca masonry. An included lunch is provided before returning to your hotel.

  • What will I experience at Machu Picchu?

    At Machu Picchu, you will take a train trip through the Sacred Valley to the 'Lost City of the Incas.' A guided tour will allow you to explore the intact fortress, including temple remains, holy houses, and a mile-long aqueduct. For hikers, there is an option for a brisk one-hour walk to the Sun Gate, the ancient entrance used by the Incas.

  • What is included in the Lake Titicaca excursion?

    The Lake Titicaca excursion includes a full day of sailing on the lake, visiting Taquile Island and the Uros Islands. Taquile Island was part of the Inca Empire and retains Spanish peasant dress. The Uros Islands are made entirely from reeds and are home to the Uros Indians.

  • What are the highlights of the visit to Sillustani?

    At Sillustani, you will visit a pre-Incan burial ground where the ancient Aymaras buried their high priests in chullpas, which are above-ground cylinder-shaped tombs dating back to the 1400s.

  • What kind of physical activity is required for this tour?

    The tour requires walking on cobblestone streets, uneven pathways, and climbing stairs. Elevations exceeding 10,000 feet can make even modest exertion a challenge. Visitors should be in relatively good shape, especially for visiting Lake Titicaca (Puno) due to sustained altitudes above 12,000 feet. The maximum elevation on this tour is 13,000 feet.

  • Are there any special tips for the I-Time in Lima and Cusco?

    In Lima, you may choose to visit a nearby park to witness the largest electronic water fountain complex in the world, which offers a show of water, lights, music, and images. In Cusco, you might visit the Inca Museum or wander through the artisan district of San Blas.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • 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.

  • 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.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

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David R  

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10-Jan-2023

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30-Dec-2022

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