A Machu Picchu New Year - Full itinerary and inclusions
Departs 27th December, ends 2nd January
Day 1 - 27 December
Arrival Day
Today, you will arrive into Lima. If possible, and your flights connect, then you will fly directly to Cusco.
Included in the package is transfers and accommodation either in Lima or in Cusco.
Lima
Standard: The Place, Miraflores
Standard Plus: Antigua Miraflores Hotel
Hotel Cusco
Standard: Andenes al Cielo
Standard Plus: Novotel or Casa San Blas.
Day 2 - 28 December
Cusco/Sacsayhuaman
Today you have the opportunity to visit Cusco and surrounds
http://www.apus-peru.com/tours/four_ruins_tour.htm
Hotel Cusco
Standard: Andenes al Cielo
Standard Plus: Novotel or Casa San Blas.
Day 3 - 29 December
Sacred Valley of the Incas
Today we leave Cusco city and travel to the Sacred Valley of the Incas to experience the pretty villages, buzzing markets, unique cultural traditions and colours. There are many wonderful tours to experience. We recommend
http://www.apus-peru.com/tours/sacred_valley.htm
or for something a little off the beaten track, with a bit of hiking:
http://www.apus-peru.com/treks/descending_sacred_valley.htm
(there are a number of unique Sacred Valley options for this day, please ask your Travel Consultant for more information).
Hotel Ollantaytambo
Standard: El Albergue
Standard Plus: El Albergue, Superior room
Day 4 - 30 December
Short Inca Trail or Alternative trekking experience
If you are short of time, and can’t do the 4 day Classic Inca Trail, then we highly recommend doing the Short Inca Trail. As this is typically a wet and rainy time of the year, camping can be a bit uncomfortable – therefore this trek is ideal as you hike for a day and then stay in Aguas Calientes during the evening.
http://www.apus-peru.com/treks/short_inca_trail_2.html
As at 17th November 2011, there are 232 permits left for 30th December. However each year is different, so if you are sure you want to do this tour, you should book as early as possible.
If you miss out on Inca Trail permits, then we recommend that you do this tour, taking the train to Machu Picchu on the afternoon of the 30th December.
See
http://www.apus-peru.com/treks/inca_traditions.html
Hotel Aguas Calientes
Standard: Hostal La Payacha
Standard Plus: As per upgrade package.
Day 5 - 31st December
Machu Picchu/ Cusco / New Year’s Eve Celebrations (Peru style)
Today we will be amongst the first people at Machu Picchu, at sunrise. We will then take a 3 hour guided tour and visit all the key points. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy the site, taking the 14.55 Expedition train back to Cusco. (you will arrive around 7pm in Cusco)
** Note, if you preferred to pass the New Year close to Machu Picchu then we can organise for you to spend an extra night in Aguas Calientes, and then visit Machu Picchu again, early in the New year.
Like all parts of the world, the New Years Eve party in the Plaza de Armas in Cusco is a big one… get a spot on a balcony to watch the fireworks, or perhaps join the melee in the plaza. Its quite an impressive cultural spectacle – you will not forget your New Year in Peru quickly!
http://www.apus-peru.com/trip-planning/new_years_eve.htm
Hotel Cusco
Standard: Andenes al Cielo
Standard Plus: Novotel or Casa San Blas.
Day 6 - 1st January
Cusco/ Ollantaytambo (El Sinkuy)/ Cusco
Depending on the degree of celebration you had the night before, we will have a late start. (Your Option).
If you feel inspired to see a unique, once a year New Year’s Peruvian festival, we will leave around 10am to take a trip to Ollantaytambo to see El Sinkuy
http://www.apus-peru.com/trip-planning/ollantaytambo_january_events.html
Hotel Cusco
Standard: Andenes al Cielo
Standard Plus: Novotel or Casa San Blas.
Day 7 - 2nd January
Cusco/Lima/ Home
You will be transferred to the Cusco airport for your return flight to Lima
(Lima flight at your own cost)
Types of tour description
STANDARD
- Full private service (ie all driven transport and transfers are private.
- Qualified Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- 3 star hotels – we choose our hotels for their overall quality but also try to pick places with an attractive local atmosphere, and plenty of charm.
- If trekking, you receive the standard trekking service.
- Meals as described. These will be general “Menu” style meals – soup, and a main course with a cup of tea. Any extra beverages are not included.
- Apus Peru’s Standard Service on all tours is a high quality service that provides a good level of comfort.
STANDARD PLUS
- As listed above
- Includes Vistadome Train, instead of Expedition Service
- Includes meals at nicer restaurants, eg. Indio feliz in Aguas Calientes and also Tinkuy Buffet Restaurant at Machu Picchu
- Accommodation is the other substantial difference, with nicer 3 star hotels that have plenty of charm, and are generally considered top of their class.
Deluxe
- As listed in Standard Plus
- We offer you the opportunity to take the beautiful Hiram Bingham Train service (at extra cost)
- The most beautiful, luxurious and also famous hotels in the region. Indulge!
What is included?
- All transport in private vehicle
- Accommodation in the hotels as described
- Activities as described
- English/Spanish/Quechua speaking guide
- Meals as described
- Entry fees.
What is not included?
- Breakfast on the first morning.
- Tips for the guide, and driver.
AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS (these discounts are not cumulative
- Students: US$ 30.00 (students require a valid International Student Identity Card. Please beware that Youth Travel Cards are not valid)
- Teenagers: US$ 20.00 (up to 15 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)
- Children: US$ 45.00 (up to 10 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)
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* For organisational reasons, we require one week to organise your booking, prior to departure.
