Inca Capital to the Amazon - 8 days
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On this 8 day adventure we first visit the mandatory Cusco/Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu and then we explore the wonders of the Amazon jungle at the Tambopata Research Center, where we can visit 2 clay licks and maybe even see a jaguar because the lodge is so remote! But the lodge is far from rustic with top notch accommodations and one of the best guiding teams in the region. This program combines the well known Machu Pichu citadel and its surrounding Sacred Valley and Cusco with one of the best lodges in the Peruvian Amazon, on the shores of the Tambopata River. A convenient direct flight between these two destinations is included. |
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DAY 1 – CUSCO / SACRED VALLEY:
Upon your arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, our transportation service and a representative take you to the selected hotel in Urubamba (Sacred Valley). (you should arrive to Cusco by late morning. Check in time is 12pm, tour must start before 2pm) Later you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the archaeological sites of Maras and Moray. In Moray, you explore its enigmatic concentric circular terraces, designed with different microclimates. Maras stands out for its impressive complex of actively exploited salt mines, these pre-Columbian salt ponds continue to function today, creating a dazzling scene. Then you will be returned to your hotel. * Note: by transferring to the Sacred Valley on arrival, you will be at an altitude of about 1600 feet lower than at Cusco, to make it easier to acclimate to the height and not get sick. 
Maras
DAY 2 | SACRED VALLEY – MACHU PICCHU –CUSCO
You will be picked up and transferred to the Ollanta Station to board the vistadome train to Aguas Calientes, the nearest town to Machu Picchu. Take the train to Aguas Calientes, travel observing the Andean landscapes during a journey of one hour and a half. Our guide will be waiting for you and will accompany you until the departure point of the bus. Afterwards, take a bus for the 25-minute journey up to Machu Picchu, known as the "Lost city of the Incas". After completing the tour, you will take the bus to Aguas Calientes. At 3pm enjoy a delicious set lunch menu at Café Inkaterra while taking in the breathtaking view of the Vilcanota River. The restaurant is known for its unique blend of Andean cuisine and contemporary trends, resulting in a fusion-style meal with a distinctive flavor. After lunch, you can explore the charming village and, when you're ready, board the train back. The trip by train will take an hour and a half and it will take you back to Ollantaytambo, where our transportation will accompany you back to your hotel in Cusco. DAY 3 | CITY TOUR AND NEARBY ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE you will be picked up to explore the enchanting and historic city of Cusco, once the capital of the Inca empire. Begin with a visit to the Santo Domingo Convent, built on the foundations of the Coricancha temple. Next, discover the impressive Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption, the main church in town that houses a rich collection of colonial artworks, featuring impressive golden altarpieces, paintings from the renowned Cusco School, and religious sculptures. Explore the ancient hills of Cusco, including the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, the Qenqo archaeological complex, and the Puca Pucara military complex. Conclude with a visit to Tambomachay, known as the Inca spa and, finally, return to your hotel. 
Comfort Room at TRC
DAY 4 – transfer out to airport to fly to Puerto Maldonado (flight included in price)
You will be met at the airport by guides from the lodge. Leaving Puerto Maldonado at 1:30 pm travelers will arrive to the Tambopata Research Center at 5:00 pm (estimated time). The lodge now offers a la carte itineraries. The activities are offered 4 times a day - early morning, morning , afternoon and evening. Check with your guide for exact start times and to plan your itinerary, selecting 1 activity per time period. All excursions have a maximum of 6 people except for the Colorado Macaw Clay Lick and Sunset cruise, which allow 10 people, and the evening lecture. All meals are included. Days 5 -7 - enjoy your selected activities See Activities Day 8 - Transfer Out to airport Depart from Tambopata Research Center at 7:30am, arriving back to Puerto Maldonado at 11am (estimated time). For departures from Tambopata Research Center a flight is needed after 12:30 noon. Also see our other 2 |
Regular 2026 prices per person in US$ are: with First Class hotels = $5262 for 1 person in single, $3453 for 2 people in double rooms with Superior Class hotels = $5109 for 1 person in single, $3367 for 2 people in double rooms Special Promotional Prices per person(based on availability of comfort rooms at TRC) valid for reservations made by July 14 are: with First Class hotels = $4542 for 1 person in single, $3043 for 2 people in double rooms with Superior Class hotels = $4412 for 1 person in single, $2970 for 2 people in double rooms Check with us for rates with more people. Enter PROMPERU in the comments section of the contact form to get the discounted price Prices in Superior Class are based on availability at these hotels:
Urubamba - Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado Urubamba - standard rooms Cusco - Jose Antonio Cusco - standard rooms Tambopata Research Center - comfort rooms Prices in First Class are based on availability at these hotels: Urubamba - Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel & Villas - superior rooms Cusco - Sonesta Hotel Cusco - standard rooms Tambopata Research Center - comfort rooms Prices might change slightly based on availability at hotels mentioned Price includes:
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Reservations and Cancellations Policies:
We need Re-Confirmation + full payment 30 days prior to departure date Modification or cancellation without penalty can be made up to 30 days prior to departure date From 29 days prior to departure date No refunds will be issued. *Rooming list must contain the following information: • First & Last name • Passport number • Country of origin • Birth date • Language preference for guiding • Arrival and departure information to and from Puerto Maldonado, including flight code number to print the boarding pass when leaving from Puerto Maldonado. • Please report any dietary restrictions or physical condition that we should be aware of. |
