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www.centralholidays.comDAY 1
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SUN
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LIMA
Welcome to Peru! Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel
in Lima and enjoy the remainder of your day to explore the city at your own
pace. Museums, archaeological sites, lush greenery and beautiful
beaches, a bustling boardwalk and lively nightlife -- come discover the
modern metropolis of Lima! A true current day Latin American culinary
hub, take time to tantalize your taste-buds at one of the many
“cevicherías” or popular street food steak skewer stands.
DAY 2
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MON
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LIMA
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CUSCO
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SACRED VALLEY
Embark on a city tour
starting in the city’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with
fascinating historic buildings in Spanish architectural style. See Lima’s
Cathedral; the Casa Aliaga colonial mansion; Larco Museum that features
a pre-Hispanic collection of objects and is situated on a pyramid from the
VII century; and "Love Park" in the scenic coastal district of Miraflores.
Later, fly to Cusco and transfer to your hotel in Sacred Valley. (B)
DAY 3
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TUE
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SACRED VALLEY
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PISAC
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OLLANTAYTAMBO
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SACRED
VALLEY
Start your day at Pisac market, featuring alpaca textiles, musical
instruments, paintings, carvings, necklaces, and replicas of old Inca
pieces. Next, explore the Pisac archaeological site showcasing the largest
complex of terraces, an agricultural masterpiece of the Inca Empire. After
an included lunch, visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most remarkable
complexes of the Inca Empire and a typical example of Inca urban
planning. Overnight in Sacred Valley. (B,L)
DAY 4
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WED
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SACRED VALLEY
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MACHU PICCHU
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CUSCO
A once-in-
a-lifetime experience awaits you today in Machu Picchu, Peru’s most
important archaeological site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the
World. Take the train to Aguas Calientes. Then it’s on to the Inca ruins of
Machu Picchu, a masterpiece of engineering and architecture situated on
a mountain ridge nearly 8,000 feet above sea level that served as a
sanctuary and retreat for the Inca Pachacutec. Return to Aguas Calientes
for lunch and then back to Cusco. (B,L)
DAY 5
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THU
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CUSCO
Start today’s Cusco city tour visiting the Coricancha,
or “The Temple of the Sun,” that was once covered in gold. Visit the
Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas. Continue on to the fortress of
Sacsayhuaman, where during the winter solstice, the Inca feast of
IntiRaymi is recreated each year. Next, visit the archeological complex of
Quenqo. Then see the PukaPucara, or "Red Fortress," an architectural
complex of alleged military use. The rest of the day is yours to explore at
leisure. (B)
DAY 6
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FRI
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CUSCO
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PUNO
After breakfast, board your deluxe motor
coach which will take you from Cusco to Puno, making stops in some
fascinating places. Visit the districts of Andahuaylillas with its beautiful
baroque Church. Then on to Raqchi for a visit to the Temple of Wiracocha.
Enjoy a delicious Andean buffet for lunch at a local restaurant. Your next
stop is La Raya, the highest point en route and the last stop before
reaching Puno. (B,L)
DAY 7
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SAT
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PUNO (LAKE TITICACA)
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MOON & SUN ISLAND
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HUATAJATA
After breakfast we depart for Copacabana located on the
shores of Lake Titicaca. Visit the shrine and the Dark Indian Virgin.
Continue by Hydrofoil cruise on Lake Titicaca to Moon Island and visit the
Sun Virgins Temple. Continue to Sun Island. Climb the Inca “Grand Stairs”
and taste the water of the Sacred Fountain, believed to give eternal youth
and happiness. Savor lunch at Uma Kollu archaeological Restaurant.
Continue toMoon Island and the Sun Virgins Temple “Iñak Uyu.” Overnight
in Huatajata. (B,L)
DAY 8
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SUN
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HUATAJATA
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LA PAZ
Proceed to the Bolivian capital
La Paz, where we will have a half day city tour. You may then explore this
marvelous city on your own or participate in an optional excursion. By day
you can opt for a half day tour to the Archaeological site of Tiwanaku.
Discover Tiwanaku (1.580 BC-1.000 AD), the magnificent ruins of Bolivia
and one of the oldest civilizations in the Americas. In the afternoon a half
day city tour of La Paz andMoon Valley is offered showcasing pre-Hispanic
times with all their traditions and magic rites. Overnight at your selected
hotel in La Paz. (B)
DAY 9
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MON
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LA PAZ TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Enjoy
breakfast at your hotel and transfer to the La Paz airport for your flight
home. (B)
(B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch
NOTE: A 2-night extension is available and very highly recommended to Bolivia’s amazing
Salt Lake (the largest Salt Flat on Earth) in Uyuni! See page 31 and call for details.
HOTEL/STARTING FROM PRICES
VALID THRU DEC. 2019
Departure dates:
Jan 13 & 27; Feb 10; Mar 10, 24 & 31; Apr 14 & 28;
May 5; Jun 2; Jul 7 & 21; Aug 11; Sep 8; Oct 6; Nov 3; Dec 1
Travel in Comfort
Double
Single
$1,899 $2,369
City
Nights
Hotels or similar
Lima
1
Jose Antonio
Sacred Valley
2
Aranwa
Cusco
2
Novotel
Puno
1
Jose Antonio
Huatajata
1
Inca Utama
La Paz
1
Europa
Travel in Style
Double
Single
with Deluxe hotels
$2,759 $4,159
City
Nights
Hotels or similar
Lima
1
Marriott
Sacred Valley
2
Tambo Del Inca
Cusco
2
Libertador Cusco
Puno
1
Libertador Puno
Huatajata
1
Inca Utama
La Paz
1
Casa Grande
All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and triple occupancy
available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout
periods. Visa is required for US citizens traveling to Bolivia.
Please call for special international airfares and domestic flights in Economy or
Business Class.
Services and meals not listed in the itinerary, beverages during the meals, hotel extras,
personal expenses and tips for guides, drivers and waitresses, as well as local flights
within South America are not included.
INCLUDED FEATURES
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Hotel accommodations for 8 nights
•
Daily buffet breakfast & 4 lunches
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All transfers and tours are private except on Lake Titicaca
•
City tour of Lima
•
Full day tour of Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo
•
Round trip train to Machu Picchu
•
Full day Machu Picchu with lunch
•
Half day tour of Cusco and nearby archaeological site
•
Tour of Lake Titicaca
•
City tour of La Paz and Moon Valley
•
Document holder and luggage tags
•
Hotel taxes and service charges
Lake Titicaca