Incas, Trails & Condors (XLC)

From: $935 was $1100 + Kitty

Overview

17 days between Cusco and Lima or vice versa...

If you want to ‘do Peru’, then this trip is a must. Taking in all the highlights (Paracas National Park, the Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, Arequipa and Machu Picchu) of this comparatively small but oh-so-welcoming South American country, this trip hugs the Peruvian coast, from the present-day capital, Lima to the ancient Inca capital of Cusco. Our travellers tell us that their favourite part of this trip is the week-long Community Inca Trail to Machu Picchu through the Urubamba Valley. As well as staying with our Quechuan Indian hosts to learn about their culture, you’ll be trekking an ancient trade route which is unique to Dragoman and well away from the tourist hordes trekking the ‘classic Inca Trail’, although that is still an option if you prefer. Another cultural highlight is staying in a typical Peruvian homestay in the quaint village of Raqchi where you’ll sample local dishes and be treated to a ceremonial singing and dancing display.

 
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  • From only $320 deposit
  • Trip Style: Overlanding
  • Comfort Zone Moderate
  • Physical Challenge Strenuous in parts

FactfileTour Code: XLC

  • Vehicle:

    Overland expedition vehicle and local minibus
  • Accommodation:

    Mainly hostel/hotel and wildcamps (35% camping, 65% hotels)
  • Route: Cusco to Lima or vice versa...
  • Crew:

    2 crew, local guides as necessary
  • Extras: Pre and post trip accommodation and transfers

Next Departures

pdf download 26 May - 11 Jun 2013
Lima > Cusco 		On Request $1100 Enquire
pdf download 06 Jun - 22 Jun 2013
Cusco > Lima 		On Request $1100 Enquire
 
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Whats Included?

Optional Activities

Peru

  • 7 nights in and around Cusco and the Urubamba Valley

  • Tour of the Sacred Valley, Sacsayhuaman and Ollantaytambo

  • EITHER

    Hike unspoilt Inca Trails and visit Quechua communities in remote stunning Andes scenery away from tourist treks on our exclusive Inca Trails Community Trek

    OR

    Trek the Classic Inca Trail up the Royal Inca Road

    IF YOU WISH TO BOOK THE CLASSIC INCA TRAIL THIS MUST BE ADVISED AT TIME OF BOOKING OTHERWISE YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE PUT ON OUR COMMUNITY TREK.

  • Guided tour of Machu Picchu

  • Train back from Machu Picchu to Cusco

  • Quechua Indian homestay and community crafts project

  • Guided visit to the Raqchi ruins

  • Overnight stay in Chivay and guided trip to the Colca Canyon and Condors

  • 2 night stay in the beautiful white city of Arequipa

  • Visit to the Nazca Lines and Chauchilla Cemetery

  • Visit to Paracas National Park, coastal wildlife reserve.

  • Boat trip to see the seals & seabirds on the Ballestas Isles

  • Overnight stay in colonial Lima

  • White-water rafting and mountain biking in the Cusco region

  • Visit the thermal springs in Chivay

  • Guided tour of Arequipa's Santa Catalina convent

  • Fly over the Nazca lines

  • Dune buggying or boarding in the spectacular sand dunes of Peru Desert

  • Visit the Gold Museum & Catacombs of Lima

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