In 8 days you will experience two can’t miss wonders of the world, one man made, one natural. We kick this small group adventure off with a cultural tour through the beautiful cities of Lima and Cusco, and then climb through the mountains on an exciting train ride to the spectacular and awe-inspiring ruins of Machu Picchu, one of the world's great adventure travel destinations. We finish off this wonderful adventure with a quick flight over the Andes to cruise the rivers and jungles of the mighty Amazon Rainforest. It’s two exciting adventures, but a lifetime of memories.

Day 1:
LIMA

Arriving in Lima, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After you settle in, you will get together with our local guide to discuss the itinerary and to have any last minute questions answered. Should arrive in the morning or early afternoon, you can enjoy a guided tour of Lima, including the most important architectural icons of the city, such as the Main Square, Government Palace, City Hall, Cathedral and the Archbishop’s Palace. Additionally we will visit the San Francisco Convent, an architectonic jewel dating back to the 16th century. On our way to the modern area of the city, we will cross the exclusive district of San Isidro, the new financial heart of the city, to take a look at pre-Inca Huaca Huallamarca. Finally, we conclude our circuit in Miraflores, where we will visit the “Parque del Amor” (Love Park) an excellent spot to enjoy a great view of the Pacific Ocean. Overnight in Lima.


Day 2:
CUSCO

In the morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cusco. The rest of the morning is free to rest and get acclimatized to the altitude. In the afternoon we will take a tour of Cusco, visiting the Imperial City, the Santo Domingo Convent, the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture which dominates the city. Overnight in Cusco. (Includes breakfast).


Day 3:
SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS

After breakfast, we will drive towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas, stopping along the way for fantastic views of the Urubamba valley, where the crops lay across the mountains like a colorful carpet. We will also visit the vibrant market of Pisac, where you will have free time to interact with the local craftsmen and, if you wish, purchase their hand-made souvenirs. Finally, we will visit Ollantaytambo, an attractive town of Inca origin with remarkable channels and stone streets. We will overnight in the Sacred Valley. (Includes breakfast and lunch).


Day 4:
MACHU PICCHU: THE LOST CITY OF THE INCAS

Today you will visit one of the most impressive and awe-inspiring archeological finds in the world: Machu Picchu. In the morning we will board a train for an exciting trip up through the beautiful Sacred Valley of Urubamba. From Aguas Calientes, we will board a bus which will take us on a short drive up to Machu Picchu. Arriving at Machu Picchu will be an unforgettable experience. To get started, we will take a guided tour led by a professional tour guide who will explain the history of this mysterious and charming place. After the guided tour, you will have plenty of free time to explore the grounds on your own. A buffet lunch will be served at the nearby Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. In the afternoon, we will board the train that will take us back to Cusco. In the evening you can relax and/or enjoy Cusco’s nightlife. Overnight in Cusco. (Includes breakfast and lunch).


Day 5:
PUERTO MALDONADO AND TAMBOPATA

Bright and early, you will transfer to the airport for the short, but exciting flight over the Peruvian Andes to the Amazon Rainforest village of Puerto Maldonado. Upon arriving, you will be transferred to the river port for an equally exciting motor canoe ride to a fantastic eco-lodge located in the Tambopata National Reserve. The afternoon will be spent with your guide, as he/she takes you on a nature walk and a canoe excursion through the rainforest. Here your guide will introduce you to the diverse and plentiful ecology of this vast and important jungle and you'll have ample opportunity to view the numerous indigenous birds and animals that call this great rainforest home. Overnight in the jungle lodge. (Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner).


Day 6:
TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVE

Waking to the musical and unforgettable sounds of the jungle, the day will be spent exploring the wonders of the Tambopata National Reserve with your guide. Being one of the most wild, untamed, and uninhabited hotspots of our planet, the viewing possibilities are as varied as they are virtually endless. Overnight in the jungle lodge. (Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner).


Day 7:
TAMBOPATA, PUERTO MALDONADO AND LIMA

With the morning free, you can relax and take in the jungle from the lodge or opt for another jungle and/or river excursion with the guide. At the scheduled time, you will again be transferred to Puerto Maldonado via motor canoe and transferred to the airport for your flight to Lima. The afternoon in Lima is yours to relax, explore Lima, or to do some last-minute shopping in the Indian markets and exclusive boutiques where you can find clothes made of the local vicuna and alpaca wools. Overnight in Lima (Includes breakfast).


Day 8:
TRIP ENDS

Your adventure ends after breakfast. Transfer to the airport or, even better, continue with another one of our great adventures such as an adventure to the Galapagos Islands. (Breakfast is included)