Quito<- ->Cusco (LQC)

From: $1887 was $2220 + Kitty

Overview

36 days between Cusco and Quito or vice versa...

The Andes are the backbone of South America, dividing the narrow coastal zone from the massive Amazon Jungle. They are home to ancient Indian cultures, a lifestyle that dates back thousands of years, stunning landscapes and some of the most exciting countries to travel through. Travelling by truck through these mountains, across the amazing Altiplano down into the Atacama Desert and back into the Andes, is an awesome experience. Add in the Inca Trail and you have an amazing trip.

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

FactfileTour Code: LQC

  • Vehicle: Overland expedition vehicle trekking, and local minibus
  • Accommodation: Hostel/hotel, campsites and wildcamps (35% camping 65% hotels and others)
  • Route: Cusco to Quito or vice versa...
  • Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary
  • Extras: Pre and post trip accommodation and transfers

Next Departures

pdf download 07 Jul - 11 Aug 2013
Quito > Cusco 		Limited $2220 BOOK
pdf download 26 Aug - 30 Sep 2013
Quito > Cusco 		Available $2220 BOOK
 
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Whats Included?

Optional Activities

Ecuador

  • Overnight in colonial Cuenca

  • Overland around the stunning Quilotoa Loop

  • Trek from Quilotoa to Chugchilan

  • 2 or 3 nights camping at the stunning Rio Verde

  • 3 nights, 4 days exploring the deep jungle along the river Panachoca. Jungle walk, bird watching, piranha fishing and all that the deep jungle has got to offer, very far away from any other tourists. A truly unique experience.

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

  • Guided tour of Moche Pyramids and the Chimu city of Chan Chan

  • Explore the northern Peru Desert

  • Visit to the Lord of Sipan Museum

  • Guided tour of Moche Pyramids and the Chimu city of Chan Chan

  • 3 night stay on the pacific coast at Punta Sal

  • 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

  • Visit the Gold Museum & Catacombs of Lima

  • Try horse riding, fishing, salsa and surfing at Punta Sal

  • Time exploring the historic city of Cuenca

  • Hire kayaks on Lake Quilotoa

  • Go Mountain Biking around Chugchilan

  • Explore the beautiful hills surrounding Banos with an abundance of activities on offer

  • Half day rafting at Banos, including lunch

  • Half day canyoning at Banos

  • Rafting and horseback trekking around Rio Verde

  • Overnight stay in historic Quito

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