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| This amazing tour of the best railways in South America brings diversity in both landscapes and rolling stock. Designed specially for those who enjoy train travel and the adventure of what’s around the next bend. Taking in three countries, starting with the famous little Chiva Express in Ecuador, you meander through the mountains dominated by high volcanoes. Peru offers a further three great journeys by train as you take one of the highest journeys to the top of the world to Huancayo, to the Inca Capital of Machu Picchu and cross the Alto Plano to Lake Titicaca. Bolivia offers another stunning journey as you head into the strange world of the salt flats. Here you will discover a train cemetery, filled with old American and British locomotives. Returning to Lima you will have completed an incredible journey, experience a holiday of a lifetime and made great friends. |
| Great South American Train Tour 18 October to 06 November 2008 |
Day 1 Saturday 18th October 2008. Arrive Quito
On arrival, you are be greeted by your local guide, transferred to your very comfortable hotel ideally situated in
the city. You will receive your travel vouchers and a short briefing with any questions answered before you enjoy
a free day to explore, relax and acclimatise to the altitude.
Day 2 Sunday 19th October 2008. City tour
South America's oldest capitol city, Quito sits at 9,184-feet elevation. It has been amazingly preserved and is
protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. Enjoy a three hour guided walking tour of Quito's colonial centre
including Independence Plaza, La Compania Church and San Francisco Cathedral. The remainder of the day is
yours to enjoy this lively city, rest or prepare for your Chiva Express train journey
Day 3 Monday 20th October 2008. Chiva Express Quito to Riobamba
The adventure starts in Quito with a bus ride to the station of Tambillo, where the "Chiva Express", a colourful one-
coach railcar, like a bus on tracks, is ready to depart. A highlight of the trip is to 'ride the roof' with a panoramic
view of the stunning Andean region of Ecuador. You will leisurely enjoy the ever-changing scenery as the "Chiva
Express" advances along the ancient tracks. Stop for a snack at a dairy hacienda with cows, horses and llamas.
Then the Chiva advances up and down the slopes of Cotopaxi volcano and the fertile Valley of Latacunga for a
visit to a rose plantation and a taste of the products of the land (potatoes and broccoli picked that same morning).
Continue by bus to Riobamba, and at the foot of imposing Chimborazo volcano, visit a Tagua workshop and warm
up with a canelazo by the fireplace.
Day 4 Tuesday 21st October 2008. Chiva Express
After an early breakfast, transfer to the train station to board the "Chiva Express" for a scenic ride to Alausí. Twist
and turn over the Andes, along bridging ravines and river gorges. Arrive to Alausí and prepare to go down the
Devil’s Nose switchbacks, one of the most impressive feats of rail engineering in the world, and back to Alausí.
Continue by motorcar to the station of Huigra and again board the "Chiva Express" to descend from the Andes to
the coastal plains. On the ride to Bucay, you will experience the transition from Andean ecosystems to the lush
tropical coastal vegetation: bananas, oranges, pineapples, ginger and wooden farm houses on stilts. Arrive to the
town of Bucay and then continue by road to Ecuador's largest city, Guayaquil. Here you will overnight in your
hotel.
Day 5 Wednesday 22nd October 2008. Arrive Lima
Today you have the day free to explore and prepare for your next country, Peru. You will collected and transfer
to the airport to take your flight to Lima. Upon your mid evening arrival in Lima, you will be met at the airport by
your Peruvian Secrets Tour Controller, who will transfer you to your Lima hotel, the Hotel Faraona which is ideally
located in the pleasant district of Mira Flores. Here you will be handed your flight and hotel vouchers before you
rest ready for your coming adventure. Your guide will be happy to stay with you to escort you to a restaurant or any
of the places of interest you can find in this area.
Day 6 Thursday 23rd October 2008. Station visits
After breakfast you will join our morning tour to the old train stations of Desamparados and Monserrate where you
can learn of the demise of rail services in the city but how today several attempts are being made to put back a
rail structure including an overhead system to run over existing roads. After lunch you will continue onto a city
tour to see the splendour of the palace and main Plaza in central Lima. In the evening we will enjoy a group
dinner at a traditional restaurant in the fashionable district of Barranco.
Day 7 Friday 24th October 2008. Lima to Huancayo
Today is an early start as your amazing train journey to the Mantaro Valley in Huancayo departs Lima from the
Desamparados station at 07.00am. You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the station to board
the two first class passenger carriages specially attached to the normal freight train. As you relax you will take in
breathtaking scenery passing through 69 tunnels, crossing 58 bridges, 6 switch backs and passing through the
Galera Tunnel, the second highest railway point of the world at 4,782 m.a.s.l. This 12 hour journey will make
stops at two main points of interest, the first one in San Bartolome and the second one the Galera station. Arriving
in Huancayo you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel where you will enjoy a group dinner. This
journey is like no other as it turns into a party spirit leaving everlasting memories of a wonderful country.
Day 7 Saturday 25th October 2008. Return to Lima by coach
Today you will be collected from your hotel to make the road journey back to Lima by coach which is a shorter
journey time, on arrival in Lima you will be met by your tour controller and transferred to your hotel leaving your
evening free to relax and enjoy this pleasant area.
Day 8 Sunday 26th October 2008. Flight to Cuzco
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a short one hour flight to the Inca capital of Cuzco. On arrival you will be
met by your local expert guide and transferred to the ideally situated Royal Inca hotel. After you have had
chance to settle in your guide will escort you to lunch at a popular out of town restaurant where you will enjoy
traditional music with your meal. The rest of your day is free to relax and explore.
Day 9 Monday 27th October 2008. Train to Aguas Calientes
Transfer to the small station from where you will take your beautiful journey aboard the Vista Dome train.
Travelling through the changing microclimates as the ride takes you into the higher reaches of the Amazon you
arrive to the small yet lively town of Aguas Calientes. Here you will be transferred to the ideally located Inti Inn
hotel. You can relax in one of the restaurants or bars and watch life go past or take a walk along the fast moving
river. You may care to take a hot thermal bath as the Incas did in the hot springs this village is named after. In the
evening you can relax in this busy village which offers varied nightlife.
Day 10 Tuesday 28th October 2008. Full day Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Take the first transport up to Machu Picchu where you will have the opportunity of seeing the spectacular sight of
the ruined city appearing like magic through the early morning cloud. This way you will be up at the ruins well in
advance of the crowds arriving on the first train from Cuzco, with just a few other early risers and the weary trekkers
entering the site off the famous Inca Trail for company. In order for you to maximise your enjoyment from your
visit your guide will reveal some of the mysteries that surround this fascinating place before you are free to explore
the site unaccompanied for a little while. After your visit we return for mid afternoon to the small village of Aguas
Calientes where we will take the afternoon return train to Cuzco (approx 16:35). Upon arrival we transfer to your
Cuzco hotel once again and have the evening free, perhaps to enjoy a nice meal and one of the many places of
entertainment.
Day 11 Wednesday 29th October 2008. Andean Explorer train to Cuzco
This morning, transfer to the station to take the remarkable train journey to Puno across the high Altiplano. The
comfortable ‘Orient Express’-style carriage of the Andean Explorer offers restaurant service (lunch included) and a
carriage attendant providing beverages and light snacks during your journey. To the rear of the train is a glass
observation carriage that offers spectacular views out over the remote Andean wilderness. Arriving into Puno you
will be met by your local guide and transferred to the Casa Andina Private Collection hotel on the banks of the
Great Lake Titicaca. The remainder of your evening is then free to relax in the hotel or explore the vibrant
atmosphere of Puno town.
Day 12 Thursday 30th October 2008. Lake Titicaca
After breakfast you will be met once again by your guide who will accompany you throughout your day’s tour of
Great Lake Titicaca. First you will transfer to the harbour in Puno where you will board our group vessel and head
out on to the lake. The first port of call will be the incredible floating islands of the Uros Indians; here you will see
the way these people live on these most unusual islands. From here you continue onto the Island of Taquile
where your guide will escort you around explaining all about the way of life for these people. Their lifestyle has
remained the same for hundreds of years with very little influence from modern times, thus preserving many
traditions, laws and customs. Skilled crafts are still very important to the inhabitants of Taquile, and the island is
famous for its handmade textiles which are regarded amongst the highest-quality handicrafts available. For this
reason you will find that they are higher in price in comparison with other mass produced handicrafts readily
found in other parts of Peru. After exploring you will then have the opportunity to have lunch before rejoining your
boat for the return journey back to Puno. Your evening is at leisure.
Day 13 Friday 31st October 2008. Bus to Copacabana, hydrofoil cruise, transfer to La Paz
Today you will be collected for your bus transfer Puno/Copacabana, visiting on the way the churches of Juli and
Pomata. On arrival at Copacabana you join your Hydrofoil cruise to Sun Island, with a short stop to see the
Pilcocaina Sun Temple and visit the Sacred Fountain and Inca Steps. You will be taking lunch at "Uma Kollo"
restaurant. Setting off again you continue your Hydrofoil cruise to Huatajata, visiting en route the "Iñak Uyu Sun
Virgin Temple at Moon Island. On arrival you have the chance to visit the "Andean Roots Eco Village" before
continuing by road to your La Paz hotel, the Hotel Gloria.
Day 14 Saturday 1st November 2008. La Paz City Tour & Valley of the Moon
After breakfast, start your interesting City tour in La Paz, visiting the Indian Market, Saint Francis Church that was
built in 1549, the historical Plaza “Murillo”, the Government Palace and the Cathedral. From here we will visit the
Colonial street of Jaén and the museums to be found here. After lunch, you will continue to The Valley of the
Moon, with its incredible and very strange rock formations formed by erosion. After your visit we return to the hotel
and you have the rest of the day free to relax.
Day 15 Sunday 2nd November 2008. La Paz – Oruro – Uyuni
This morning you will be collected for your road journey leaving La Paz to Oruro, This scenic route takes four
hours in our comfortable private coach. On arrival you will take lunch in a local restaurant offering a traditional
menu. In the afternoon it is time to stretch your legs on an informative city tour taking in places like the Museum
of minerals, House of Patiño (Tin Baron) and the Socabon Church. You will have time to take refreshment before
we transfer to the station for our evening train to Uyuni. Arriving in the early hours of the morning (2.00am) you will
be transferred to your hotel where you can get some sleep ready for your next big adventure.
Day 16 Monday 3rd November 2008. Uyuni
Today you can relax and recover from your early arrival; you can take a late breakfast and explore the city before
you meet for lunch. In the afternoon you will be take to the interesting train cemetery of Uyuni, here you will
discover many lost locomotives from both the UK and USA. You will have the afternoon to look around, take
pictures and discover that lost spare part. Returning to your hotel we will enjoy a group dinner in the evening and
have time to relax in the hotel bar.
Day 17 Tuesday 4th November 2008. Return to La Paz
Today you have a wonderful relaxing day as you enjoy your day time return road journey in our comfortable
private coach, you will pass through the ever changing landscapes before arriving into Oruro early afternoon.
Here you can take refreshments before we join our coach for the return road journey to La Paz. On arrival you will
settle back into your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 18 Wednesday 5th November 2008. La Paz to Lima
At the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Lima, on arrival you will be met
by your tour controller and transferred to your comfortable hotel. You have now experienced an amazing journey
that started in Ecuador before taking five of South America’s best train journeys. Tonight we celebrate with a
dinner and show in the fashionable district of Barranco.
Day 19 Thursday 6th November 2008. Return flight home
Today you are free to explore, relax and prepare for your international flight home in the late afternoon.
On arrival, you are be greeted by your local guide, transferred to your very comfortable hotel ideally situated in
the city. You will receive your travel vouchers and a short briefing with any questions answered before you enjoy
a free day to explore, relax and acclimatise to the altitude.
Day 2 Sunday 19th October 2008. City tour
South America's oldest capitol city, Quito sits at 9,184-feet elevation. It has been amazingly preserved and is
protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. Enjoy a three hour guided walking tour of Quito's colonial centre
including Independence Plaza, La Compania Church and San Francisco Cathedral. The remainder of the day is
yours to enjoy this lively city, rest or prepare for your Chiva Express train journey
Day 3 Monday 20th October 2008. Chiva Express Quito to Riobamba
The adventure starts in Quito with a bus ride to the station of Tambillo, where the "Chiva Express", a colourful one-
coach railcar, like a bus on tracks, is ready to depart. A highlight of the trip is to 'ride the roof' with a panoramic
view of the stunning Andean region of Ecuador. You will leisurely enjoy the ever-changing scenery as the "Chiva
Express" advances along the ancient tracks. Stop for a snack at a dairy hacienda with cows, horses and llamas.
Then the Chiva advances up and down the slopes of Cotopaxi volcano and the fertile Valley of Latacunga for a
visit to a rose plantation and a taste of the products of the land (potatoes and broccoli picked that same morning).
Continue by bus to Riobamba, and at the foot of imposing Chimborazo volcano, visit a Tagua workshop and warm
up with a canelazo by the fireplace.
Day 4 Tuesday 21st October 2008. Chiva Express
After an early breakfast, transfer to the train station to board the "Chiva Express" for a scenic ride to Alausí. Twist
and turn over the Andes, along bridging ravines and river gorges. Arrive to Alausí and prepare to go down the
Devil’s Nose switchbacks, one of the most impressive feats of rail engineering in the world, and back to Alausí.
Continue by motorcar to the station of Huigra and again board the "Chiva Express" to descend from the Andes to
the coastal plains. On the ride to Bucay, you will experience the transition from Andean ecosystems to the lush
tropical coastal vegetation: bananas, oranges, pineapples, ginger and wooden farm houses on stilts. Arrive to the
town of Bucay and then continue by road to Ecuador's largest city, Guayaquil. Here you will overnight in your
hotel.
Day 5 Wednesday 22nd October 2008. Arrive Lima
Today you have the day free to explore and prepare for your next country, Peru. You will collected and transfer
to the airport to take your flight to Lima. Upon your mid evening arrival in Lima, you will be met at the airport by
your Peruvian Secrets Tour Controller, who will transfer you to your Lima hotel, the Hotel Faraona which is ideally
located in the pleasant district of Mira Flores. Here you will be handed your flight and hotel vouchers before you
rest ready for your coming adventure. Your guide will be happy to stay with you to escort you to a restaurant or any
of the places of interest you can find in this area.
Day 6 Thursday 23rd October 2008. Station visits
After breakfast you will join our morning tour to the old train stations of Desamparados and Monserrate where you
can learn of the demise of rail services in the city but how today several attempts are being made to put back a
rail structure including an overhead system to run over existing roads. After lunch you will continue onto a city
tour to see the splendour of the palace and main Plaza in central Lima. In the evening we will enjoy a group
dinner at a traditional restaurant in the fashionable district of Barranco.
Day 7 Friday 24th October 2008. Lima to Huancayo
Today is an early start as your amazing train journey to the Mantaro Valley in Huancayo departs Lima from the
Desamparados station at 07.00am. You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the station to board
the two first class passenger carriages specially attached to the normal freight train. As you relax you will take in
breathtaking scenery passing through 69 tunnels, crossing 58 bridges, 6 switch backs and passing through the
Galera Tunnel, the second highest railway point of the world at 4,782 m.a.s.l. This 12 hour journey will make
stops at two main points of interest, the first one in San Bartolome and the second one the Galera station. Arriving
in Huancayo you will be met by our guide and transferred to your hotel where you will enjoy a group dinner. This
journey is like no other as it turns into a party spirit leaving everlasting memories of a wonderful country.
Day 7 Saturday 25th October 2008. Return to Lima by coach
Today you will be collected from your hotel to make the road journey back to Lima by coach which is a shorter
journey time, on arrival in Lima you will be met by your tour controller and transferred to your hotel leaving your
evening free to relax and enjoy this pleasant area.
Day 8 Sunday 26th October 2008. Flight to Cuzco
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a short one hour flight to the Inca capital of Cuzco. On arrival you will be
met by your local expert guide and transferred to the ideally situated Royal Inca hotel. After you have had
chance to settle in your guide will escort you to lunch at a popular out of town restaurant where you will enjoy
traditional music with your meal. The rest of your day is free to relax and explore.
Day 9 Monday 27th October 2008. Train to Aguas Calientes
Transfer to the small station from where you will take your beautiful journey aboard the Vista Dome train.
Travelling through the changing microclimates as the ride takes you into the higher reaches of the Amazon you
arrive to the small yet lively town of Aguas Calientes. Here you will be transferred to the ideally located Inti Inn
hotel. You can relax in one of the restaurants or bars and watch life go past or take a walk along the fast moving
river. You may care to take a hot thermal bath as the Incas did in the hot springs this village is named after. In the
evening you can relax in this busy village which offers varied nightlife.
Day 10 Tuesday 28th October 2008. Full day Machu Picchu – Cuzco
Take the first transport up to Machu Picchu where you will have the opportunity of seeing the spectacular sight of
the ruined city appearing like magic through the early morning cloud. This way you will be up at the ruins well in
advance of the crowds arriving on the first train from Cuzco, with just a few other early risers and the weary trekkers
entering the site off the famous Inca Trail for company. In order for you to maximise your enjoyment from your
visit your guide will reveal some of the mysteries that surround this fascinating place before you are free to explore
the site unaccompanied for a little while. After your visit we return for mid afternoon to the small village of Aguas
Calientes where we will take the afternoon return train to Cuzco (approx 16:35). Upon arrival we transfer to your
Cuzco hotel once again and have the evening free, perhaps to enjoy a nice meal and one of the many places of
entertainment.
Day 11 Wednesday 29th October 2008. Andean Explorer train to Cuzco
This morning, transfer to the station to take the remarkable train journey to Puno across the high Altiplano. The
comfortable ‘Orient Express’-style carriage of the Andean Explorer offers restaurant service (lunch included) and a
carriage attendant providing beverages and light snacks during your journey. To the rear of the train is a glass
observation carriage that offers spectacular views out over the remote Andean wilderness. Arriving into Puno you
will be met by your local guide and transferred to the Casa Andina Private Collection hotel on the banks of the
Great Lake Titicaca. The remainder of your evening is then free to relax in the hotel or explore the vibrant
atmosphere of Puno town.
Day 12 Thursday 30th October 2008. Lake Titicaca
After breakfast you will be met once again by your guide who will accompany you throughout your day’s tour of
Great Lake Titicaca. First you will transfer to the harbour in Puno where you will board our group vessel and head
out on to the lake. The first port of call will be the incredible floating islands of the Uros Indians; here you will see
the way these people live on these most unusual islands. From here you continue onto the Island of Taquile
where your guide will escort you around explaining all about the way of life for these people. Their lifestyle has
remained the same for hundreds of years with very little influence from modern times, thus preserving many
traditions, laws and customs. Skilled crafts are still very important to the inhabitants of Taquile, and the island is
famous for its handmade textiles which are regarded amongst the highest-quality handicrafts available. For this
reason you will find that they are higher in price in comparison with other mass produced handicrafts readily
found in other parts of Peru. After exploring you will then have the opportunity to have lunch before rejoining your
boat for the return journey back to Puno. Your evening is at leisure.
Day 13 Friday 31st October 2008. Bus to Copacabana, hydrofoil cruise, transfer to La Paz
Today you will be collected for your bus transfer Puno/Copacabana, visiting on the way the churches of Juli and
Pomata. On arrival at Copacabana you join your Hydrofoil cruise to Sun Island, with a short stop to see the
Pilcocaina Sun Temple and visit the Sacred Fountain and Inca Steps. You will be taking lunch at "Uma Kollo"
restaurant. Setting off again you continue your Hydrofoil cruise to Huatajata, visiting en route the "Iñak Uyu Sun
Virgin Temple at Moon Island. On arrival you have the chance to visit the "Andean Roots Eco Village" before
continuing by road to your La Paz hotel, the Hotel Gloria.
Day 14 Saturday 1st November 2008. La Paz City Tour & Valley of the Moon
After breakfast, start your interesting City tour in La Paz, visiting the Indian Market, Saint Francis Church that was
built in 1549, the historical Plaza “Murillo”, the Government Palace and the Cathedral. From here we will visit the
Colonial street of Jaén and the museums to be found here. After lunch, you will continue to The Valley of the
Moon, with its incredible and very strange rock formations formed by erosion. After your visit we return to the hotel
and you have the rest of the day free to relax.
Day 15 Sunday 2nd November 2008. La Paz – Oruro – Uyuni
This morning you will be collected for your road journey leaving La Paz to Oruro, This scenic route takes four
hours in our comfortable private coach. On arrival you will take lunch in a local restaurant offering a traditional
menu. In the afternoon it is time to stretch your legs on an informative city tour taking in places like the Museum
of minerals, House of Patiño (Tin Baron) and the Socabon Church. You will have time to take refreshment before
we transfer to the station for our evening train to Uyuni. Arriving in the early hours of the morning (2.00am) you will
be transferred to your hotel where you can get some sleep ready for your next big adventure.
Day 16 Monday 3rd November 2008. Uyuni
Today you can relax and recover from your early arrival; you can take a late breakfast and explore the city before
you meet for lunch. In the afternoon you will be take to the interesting train cemetery of Uyuni, here you will
discover many lost locomotives from both the UK and USA. You will have the afternoon to look around, take
pictures and discover that lost spare part. Returning to your hotel we will enjoy a group dinner in the evening and
have time to relax in the hotel bar.
Day 17 Tuesday 4th November 2008. Return to La Paz
Today you have a wonderful relaxing day as you enjoy your day time return road journey in our comfortable
private coach, you will pass through the ever changing landscapes before arriving into Oruro early afternoon.
Here you can take refreshments before we join our coach for the return road journey to La Paz. On arrival you will
settle back into your hotel and have the rest of the day free.
Day 18 Wednesday 5th November 2008. La Paz to Lima
At the appropriate time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Lima, on arrival you will be met
by your tour controller and transferred to your comfortable hotel. You have now experienced an amazing journey
that started in Ecuador before taking five of South America’s best train journeys. Tonight we celebrate with a
dinner and show in the fashionable district of Barranco.
Day 19 Thursday 6th November 2008. Return flight home
Today you are free to explore, relax and prepare for your international flight home in the late afternoon.
Price and extra information
The price of this tour as stated in the itinerary is £1,575.00 per person based on two sharing and
for ground arrangements only.
For a single person price please add £250.00
Hotel Details
Details of our preferred three-star accommodation.
LIMA
Hotel Faraona www.faraonagrandhotel.com
AREQUIPA
La Casa de mi Abuela www.lacasademiabuela.com
COLCA CANYON
La Casa de Mamayacchi www.lacasademamayacchi.com
PUNO
Casa Andina www.casa-andina.com
LA PAZ
Gloria Hotel www.hotelgloria.com.bo
CUZCO
Royal Inka I www.royalinkahotel.com
AGUAS CALIENTES
Inti Inn www.grupointi.com
Included in your tour
• All transport as stated in the itinerary - this includes internal flights, trains, buses and all transfers
• All accommodation as stated on a specially selected three star basis
• Breakfast daily in Peru
• Three course lunch onboard the ‘Andean Explorer’ www.perurail.com
• The services of your Peruvian Secrets Tour Controller
• Personal guides (unless stated local payment to guide).
• Tours and excursions included as stated (unless optional with a local payment)
• Museum entrance fees as described
• ‘Safe Seat’ Travel Fidelity Policy issued in association with the Travel Trust Association (this is for your
financial protection only and is not a certificate of personal travel insurance).
Not included
• International flights to Lima and back to the UK
• Peruvian internal flight taxes (currently approx $6.05 per person per flight)
• International departure tax (currently $30.25 per person)
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Lunches and evening meals (unless otherwise stated)
• Personal expenses, beverages, tips and laundry
And finally, Peruvian Secrets strive to adhere to your itinerary as closely as possible however; there may
occasionally be unforeseen circumstances out of our control (e.g. local strikes, adverse weather conditions) in
which case changes may be necessary. Under these circumstances we reserve the right to make any changes that
we deem necessary, in order to ensure that your tour runs as smoothly as possible.
The price of this tour as stated in the itinerary is £1,575.00 per person based on two sharing and
for ground arrangements only.
For a single person price please add £250.00
Hotel Details
Details of our preferred three-star accommodation.
LIMA
Hotel Faraona www.faraonagrandhotel.com
AREQUIPA
La Casa de mi Abuela www.lacasademiabuela.com
COLCA CANYON
La Casa de Mamayacchi www.lacasademamayacchi.com
PUNO
Casa Andina www.casa-andina.com
LA PAZ
Gloria Hotel www.hotelgloria.com.bo
CUZCO
Royal Inka I www.royalinkahotel.com
AGUAS CALIENTES
Inti Inn www.grupointi.com
Included in your tour
• All transport as stated in the itinerary - this includes internal flights, trains, buses and all transfers
• All accommodation as stated on a specially selected three star basis
• Breakfast daily in Peru
• Three course lunch onboard the ‘Andean Explorer’ www.perurail.com
• The services of your Peruvian Secrets Tour Controller
• Personal guides (unless stated local payment to guide).
• Tours and excursions included as stated (unless optional with a local payment)
• Museum entrance fees as described
• ‘Safe Seat’ Travel Fidelity Policy issued in association with the Travel Trust Association (this is for your
financial protection only and is not a certificate of personal travel insurance).
Not included
• International flights to Lima and back to the UK
• Peruvian internal flight taxes (currently approx $6.05 per person per flight)
• International departure tax (currently $30.25 per person)
• Personal Travel Insurance
• Lunches and evening meals (unless otherwise stated)
• Personal expenses, beverages, tips and laundry
And finally, Peruvian Secrets strive to adhere to your itinerary as closely as possible however; there may
occasionally be unforeseen circumstances out of our control (e.g. local strikes, adverse weather conditions) in
which case changes may be necessary. Under these circumstances we reserve the right to make any changes that
we deem necessary, in order to ensure that your tour runs as smoothly as possible.
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