Small Group Discoveries

  • Join Ana Maria, our engaging Trip Leader in the Andean highlands, and discover the vibrant modern spirit and ancient ways of her beloved homeland.
  • Meet the highland residents of Cuyuni, spending time in their homes and fields... Gain deep insight into a lifestyle that’s changed little since Inca times.
  • Journey to the rarely-visited town of Urcos and mingle with Andean villagers and rainforest peoples who come together to trade at the weekly market.
  • Travel deep into the Sacred Valley to learn about Andean species, see skilled weavers at work, and meet pottery artisans Pablo and Marilu Seminario.

  • Day 1 – Welcome to Lima

    Check in to the Estelar Hotel, ideally set in the seaside district of Miraflores.

  • Day 2 – Discover Lima c

    Your city tour includes the lovely Santo Domingo Church & Convent and the Larco Herrera Museum, famed for its fine pre-Columbian artifacts. Meals B

  • Day 3 – Into the Sacred Valley of the Inca

    Fly to Cuzco c where you’ll be greeted by Ana Maria. Journey with her into the Sacred Valley to visit the Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary, dedicated to the rescue of endangered Andean animals. At Awanacancha, see llamas and alpacas in their natural habitat, and learn about ancient weaving techniques. Explore the colorful town of Pisac and have lunch before checking in to the Casa Andina Private Collection Hotel. With little ambient light, the Sacred Valley is a great place to star gaze. Tonight, head over to your resort’s planetarium and observatory to marvel at the constellations of the Southern Sky!  Meals B,L

    [Please note: Due to limited visibility, the planetarium is closed from January through March. During this time, guests will enjoy an extra sightseeing stop in Lima on Day 2 to visit Casa Aliaga. This handsome residence is the oldest house in the Americas and has been home to the same family for nearly 500 years!]

  • Day 4 – Explore the Sacred Valley with Ana Maria

    Tour the mountaintop fortress of Ollantaytambo with Ana Maria and stop by a local chicheria to learn about chicha, an Andean beverage distilled from corn. Then visit the studio of Pablo and Marilu Seminario – renowned pottery artisans who draw on ancient techniques and designs. Tonight, witness a Pago a la Tierra, a Tribute to the Earth, performed by an Andean shaman. Meals B,L

  • Day 5 – Through the Sacred Valley by rail to Machu Picchu c

    A two-day visit to the Lost City of the Inca begins with a rail journey through the spectacular Sacred Valley. Arrive Machu Picchu and explore the mountain citadel as Ana Maria illuminates the history of the ancient Inca. Overnight at the 5-star Sumaq Hotel, nestled at the base of Machu Picchu. Meals B,L,D

  • Day 6 – Morning at Machu Picchu and back to Cuzco by train

    We include your transportation and entry ticket so you can ascend again to explore at your own pace as the sun casts its first light upon Machu Picchu. With morning dew, the paths can be slippery, requiring caution. Enroute to Cuzco, stop in Chincheros, a high-mountain town known for its skilled weavers. Spend three nights in the heart of Cuzco at the Novotel Hotel, set in a 16th-century landmark. Meals B,D

  • Day 7 – Morning sightseeing

    Join Ana Maria this morning to discover Cuzco’s iconic landmarks, including Sacsayhuaman and the Temple of the Sun. Then mingle with city residents and visit Almudena Cemetery to experience traditional facets of daily life here in the Andes. Meals B

  • Day 8 – Off the beaten path to Urcos and Cuyuni

    Travel to Urcos, rarely visited by tourists, to explore the lively market where Andean villagers and rainforest peoples come together to trade. Then walk with residents in their remote mountain village of Cuyuni. They’ll take you into their homes and fields, teaching you about their traditions and a way of life which has changed little over the centuries. Return to Cuzco and dine tonight at Incanto. Meals B,L,D

  • Day 9 – From Cuzco back to the capital

    Fly to Lima where you’ll have a day-use room at the Estelar Hotel. Our services end upon your late afternoon check out. Meals B

Extend Your Journey

  • Explore Lake Titicaca after your Tour

    3-Days Post-Tour Extension from $499

    Experience one of the world’s highest lakes! We include transportation from Cuzco to Puno, 2 nights first class hotel in a lakeview room, 4 meals, full day sightseeing including the floating Uros Island, and your return flight to Lima.

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  • Estelar Hotel

    Contemporary style blends with traditional warmth at this outstanding hotel in the the city’s vibrant Miraflores district.

  • Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley

    The Casa Andina Private Collection sits strategically in the heart of the Sacred Valley. The hotel is surrounded by gardens and lush greenery and features 85 guest rooms, an Andean spa, exquisite cuisine, and an on-site planetarium and observatory.

  • Sumaq Machu Picchu

    Located at the foot of the Machu Picchu ruins near the arrival train station, this 5-star hotel features spa, restaurant and bar, reading room and business center. Each room includes direct dial phone, in-room safe, internet access and cable television.

  • Novotel Hotel Cuzco

    This outstanding hotel is set in a handsome 16th-century building in the historic center of town, close to Plaza de Armas.

Our Small Group Sampler Value

  • Extensive, expertly-guided Small Group sightseeing every day including all entrance fees
  • 15 meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
  • 8 nights accommodation in our handpicked first class hotels
  • All on-tour transportation including both internal flights
  • Our vehicles in Cuzco are equipped with oxygen tanks to ensure your comfort at high altitude
  • Luggage handling, hotel taxes and service charges, and all airline fees and fuel charges for your 2 included flights
  • GeneralAssist, our toll-free 24/7 emergency on-tour assistance

Trip Pricing

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Land Only - Per Person Double

Dates   First Class Hotels
Departure Return   Regular Deal
5/26/2013
Guaranteed
 6/3/2013 $2999 $2699
Limited Availability
6/23/2013
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 7/1/2013 $2999 $2699
 
7/21/2013 7/29/2013 $2999 $2699
Sold Out
8/18/2013
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 8/26/2013 $2999 $2699
 
9/15/2013
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 9/23/2013 $2999 $2699
 
9/29/2013
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 10/7/2013 $2999 $2699
 
10/13/2013
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 10/21/2013 $2999 $2699
 
11/10/2013 11/18/2013 $2999 $2699
 

Air Inclusive from Miami - Per Person Double

Dates   First Class Hotels
Departure Return   Regular Deal
6/23/2013 7/1/2013 $3699 $3399
 
7/21/2013 7/29/2013 $3699 $3399
Sold Out
8/18/2013
Guaranteed
 8/26/2013 $3699 $3399
 
9/15/2013 9/23/2013 $3699 $3399
 
9/29/2013
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 10/7/2013 $3699 $3399
 
10/13/2013 10/21/2013 $3699 $3399
 
11/10/2013 11/18/2013 $3699 $3399
 

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Fare valid only on LAN Airlines for Miami-Lima-Miami on tour dates where we hold reserved space and includes all taxes and fees.  Airline baggage policies are subject to change, see  www.lan.com  for up-to-date information.

Extend Your Journey

  • Explore Lake Titicaca after your Tour

    3-Days Post-Tour Extension from $499

    Experience one of the world’s highest lakes! We include transportation from Cuzco to Puno, 2 nights first class hotel in a lakeview room, 4 meals, full day sightseeing including the floating Uros Island, and your return flight to Lima.

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International Airfare

  • International airfare is provided on LAN Airlines
    Fare valid only on LAN Airlines for Miami-Lima-Miami on tour dates where we hold reserved space and includes all taxes and fees.  Airline baggage policies are subject to change, see  www.lan.com  for up-to-date information.

Extend Your Journey

  • Explore Lake Titicaca after your Tour

    3-Days Post-Tour Extension from $499

    Experience one of the world’s highest lakes! We include transportation from Cuzco to Puno, 2 nights first class hotel in a lakeview room, 4 meals, full day sightseeing including the floating Uros Island, and your return flight to Lima.

    View Day by Day »

FreeStyle Travel Add-Ons

  • Arequipa and the Colca Valley

    3 Day FreeStyle Tour

    Our 3-day FreeStyle Tour includes a choice of fine hotels, daily breakfast, in-depth sightseeing and airport transfers.

  • Quito

    3 Day FreeStyle Travel

    Our 3-day FreeStyle Travel package includes 2 nights in your choice of deluxe hotel, daily breakfast, chauffeured airport transfers and city sightseeing with your own private guide

  • Peruvian Amazon Eco Lodges

    3 or 4 Day FreeStyle Travel

    Our 3 and 4-day FreeStyle Adventures include your choice of Amazon lodge, roundtrip transfers from Puerto Maldonado, all meals and naturalist-guided rainforest excursions throughout your stay.

Trip Reviews

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(7 Traveler Reviews)

  • Lynn from CO gives this tour 

    Excellent guides and drivers! Read More »

  • Patricia from KS gives this tour 

    The whole trip, accomodations, guides and itinerary were absolutely wonderful. Anna Marie of Coltur is an especially informed and interesting facilitator. Others were great, also. Read More »

  • Stephen from VA gives this tour 

    All in all it was a GREAT trip and our guide Ana marie was wonderful. Additional comments regarding our trip to Lake Titicaca on the Lake Titicaca section. Read More »

  • Ana from TX gives this tour 

    We already booked our China trip with another tour company before we discovered your company. We will definitely use you again the next trip we book. Read More »

  • Lori from NA gives this tour 

    This was an awesome trip! your guides were extremely accommodating [especially Rodrigo in Lima. I had family in Miraflores and he made sure i got to have dinner with them the first night[i dont speak spanish or know the area]also when our plans changed the last night and we didnt have a hotel he had us booked in 15 minutes at a beautiful and reasonable hotel. We left our passports on the bus to Paracus when they fell out of my boyfriends pocket and the guides made sure we did not miss our tour... Read More »

  • Sanford from NY gives this tour 

    Tour guide had great familiarity of the area Read More »

  • Lori from CA gives this tour 

    We were on the Peru explorer trip and found that the itinerary and the guides were amazing. Sammy in Lima and especially AnaMaria in Cusco who shared her passion for her country! We had enough time on our own to explore, but came home with a much greater understanding of the Incas and the people of Peru. Read More »

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Hike the Inca Trail and enter Machu Picchu through the Gate of the Sun!

This unforgettable experience which you can add on Day 5 includes a picnic lunch and a private guided half-day hike on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. A permit is required. Add $480 per person, based on 2 guests.

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