The Cusco & Amazon Tour – 10 Days

  • Cusco, Peru
  • Sacred Valley
  • 10 days
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The Cusco & Amazon Tour – 10 Days Tour

This journey combines the history and scenery of the Andes with the wildlife-rich Amazon Rainforest. The Cusco & Amazon 10 Day tour is an expertly curated adventure, designed to unravel the tapestry of rich history and the vibrant life of the rainforest.

The tour unveils the mystery of the Sacred Valley. Walk the famous paths of the Inca Trail, a pilgrimage through time leading to the incredible ruins of Machu Picchu. This citadel, lost to the world until its rediscovery, stands as a testament to the ingenuity of its creators.

You will then visit the recently famous Rainbow Mountain with its colorful minerals that create a visual spectacle that shouldn’t be missed.

After the Andes, head to the steamy jungle lowlands for a contrast of temperature, scenery and landscape. Here, the air is alive with the calls of exotic birds and the rustle of unseen creatures. This is a place of cherished encounters with nature.

The tour’s accommodations are carefully chosen for comfort, ensuring that each day’s adventure is complemented by restful nights. The lodges are not just places to stay; they are havens that offer a deep connection with the surroundings, allowing for a seamless transition from exploration to relaxation.

Tour Info

  • Focus Area: Tambopata National Reserve, Machu Picchu
  • Duration: 10 days
  • Start Point: Cusco Airport (CUZ)
  • End Point: Lima Airport (LIM)

The Cusco & Amazon Tour – 10 Days Itinerary

Upon arrival at the Cusco airport, a dedicated transfer awaits to escort you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure, with a gentle recommendation to meander through Cusco's enchanting cobblestone streets and visit the vibrant San Pedro market. Acclimatization to the city's altitude is advised through restful exploration. The evening brings a briefing at the tour office, introducing guides and fellow hikers, and ensuring all are prepared for the Inca Trail adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Tierra Viva Centro or similar
Meals: Not included
Entrance Tickets: None required
A journey through the Sacred Valley begins with an 8 a.m. departure from Cusco, winding through the mountains to El Mirador for breathtaking views. The valley, a fertile cradle of the Andes, reveals the Inca's masterful terracing and irrigation. The ruins of Pisac offer a window into Inca culture, followed by a visit to its bustling market. Lunch at a local Andean restaurant precedes the exploration of Ollantaytambo's ruins, a testament to Incan architectural prowess. The day concludes with an overnight stay in Ollantaytambo, poised for the Inca Trail's commencement.

Accommodation: Pakaritampu Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
Entrance Tickets: All Included
An early start from Ollantaytambo leads to the train station for a scenic journey to Km 104, the trailhead of the Short Inca Trail. The trek unveils stunning landscapes, Inca sites, and the iconic Wiñay Wayna. After a hot lunch, the path continues to the Sun Gate, offering the first mesmerizing glimpse of Machu Picchu.

After enjoying the iconic views, we’ll begin our descent to Machu Picchu itself. One of the many advantages of this trek is that by the time you reach Machu Picchu the day travelers will have left. This leaves you the whole area to explore with no interruptions. The day's trek concludes with a descent to Aguas Calientes and a delicious dinner at Indio Feliz.

Accommodation: La Cabaña Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast at hotel, lunch & dinner
Entrance Tickets: All Included
An early bus ride ushers visitors to witness the sunrise over Machu Picchu. A guided tour unravels the mysteries of the citadel, followed by personal exploration time. Those with Huayna Picchu tickets may ascend the mountain. The afternoon is free in Aguas Calientes, with a return train to Ollantaytambo and transfer back to Cusco.

Accommodation: Tierra Viva Centro or similar
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
Entrance Tickets: All Included (except Huayna Picchu Mountain entry ticket)
The pre-dawn departure from Cusco leads to the trailhead for Rainbow Mountain. A breakfast energizes hikers for the ascent, revealing the mountain's vibrant hues and the Red Valley's splendor. The descent is followed by a hearty lunch before returning to Cusco.

Accommodation: Tierra Viva Centro or similar
Meals: Breakfast & lunch
Entrance Tickets: All Included
You will take a morning flight transporting guests from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado, the gateway to the Amazon. A canoe journey up the Tambopata River brings visitors to the lodge, where the afternoon and evening are spent exploring the rainforest and spotting nocturnal wildlife.

Accommodation: Tambopata Ecolodge
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch & dinner
Entrance Tickets: All Included
Flight: Not included.
An early start includes a canoe trip and hike to the Condenado lake system, teeming with birdlife and home to Giant Otters. The afternoon is at leisure, with options for further exploration or relaxation by the Gallucunca stream. Nightfall brings caiman spotting along the Tambopata River.

Accommodation: Tambopata Ecolodge
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch & dinner
Entrance Tickets: All Included
A morning boat ride and hike lead to a hidden lake, offering chances to see Black Caiman and Giant Otters. The afternoon is free for guests to enjoy the lodge's serene environment.

Accommodation: Tambopata Ecolodge
Meals: Breakfast, boxed lunch & dinner
Entrance Tickets: All Included
Depending on flight schedules, the morning may allow for additional wildlife watching. The journey then continues back to Lima, with a transfer to the hotel upon arrival.
The final day is a farewell to the wonders of southern Peru, with a transfer from the hotel to Lima's airport for departure flights.

Accommodation: None required
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
Entrance Tickets: All Included

This itinerary promises a blend of cultural immersion and natural exploration, with comfortable accommodations and expert guidance throughout. All entrance tickets are included, ensuring a seamless and enriching Peruvian adventure.

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Rates & Inclusions

10 days / 9 nights

Per Person : $2,560

Notes
  • Hotels: Upgraded hotels (4-star & 5-star rating) are available upon request. (Standard tour includes 3-star hotels)
  • Hotels: Extra nights can be easily added upon request.
Included
  • Professional guides: All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in this region and have a true passion to teach others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional and will ensure you are safe a
  • Hotels: This tour package includes all hotels (3-star rating) listed in Cusco & the Sacred Valley. The ecolodge in Puerto Maldonado (3-star rating) is also included.
  • Hotels: All rooms are based on double occupancy. Single room surcharges apply.
  • Hotels: All tour packages can be booked without hotel accommodation upon request.
  • Transport: All ground transportation is included in this tour package. The return train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo is also included.
  • Meals: All meals listed are included in this tour package.
  • Entrance tickets: All entrance tickets listed are included in this tour package.
  • Inca trail hike: Briefing: This is where they will receive their duffel bag that will stay with the porters while they hike.
  • Inca trail hike: Meals: All meals except for the lunch after Machu Picchu are included. All meals are cooked by team chefs.
  • Inca trail hike: Portable toilet tent: Environmentally friendly, portable toilet tents for only our groups to use.
  • Inca trail hike: Satellite Phones: Every guide will have a fully charged phone that can be used anywhere on the mountain to connect us anywhere in the world.
Not Included
  • Flights: International and domestic flights are not included.
  • Gratuities: Tipping is always appreciated and should be based completely on your satisfaction. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels.
  • Travel insurance: This is not required, but highly recommended. For those of you who live at sea level, landing in Cusco will take an adjustment period. Most people need one or two days to adjust. In case you have a hard time adjusting to the altitude
  • Inca trail hike: Huayna Picchu Mountain: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep, if you are scared of heights. This is done after your tour of Machu Picchu. Th