Inca Explorer
15 days, Lima to Lima
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Spot wildlife, explore Incan culture and marvel at the mystery of the Nazca Lines - this tour of Peru’s highlights is perfect for those wishing to explore its cultural and historical treasures. Meet the vibrant local people of Lake Titicaca and delight in views of the Sacred Valley in comfort as you travel by rail to Machu Picchu. Taking the train will allow you lots of time to explore ruins, museums and markets. With years of experience, we directly employ the best local guides so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region and its people.
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
15 days
Lima to Lima
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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Itinerary
Day 1Lima
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Lima/Paracas
Travel to Paracas National Park. Relax in this sleepy seaside town and sample Peru's national drink, the Pisco Sour.
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BreakfastDay 3Paracas/Nazca
Visit the Ballestas Islands by boat to view sea lion colonies, penguins, and other bird life. Continue south in the afternoon to Nazca with a stop at the Huacachina sand dunes and oasis.
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BreakfastDay 4Nazca
Tour a pre-Inca cemetery in the Nazca desert to view 1,500-year-old mummies, bones, and pottery on the desert floor. Also visit a local pottery studio for a demonstration. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Pachamanca-style dinner. Option to take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Nazca/Arequipa
Full day of driving down the coast to the colonial city of Arequipa.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 6Arequipa
Enjoy a city tour, including a visit to the historic convent of Santa Catalina. Enjoy free time to explore the city and surroundings.
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BreakfastDay 7Arequipa/Cusco
Fly to Cusco and explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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BreakfastDay 8Cusco/Urubamba
Full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley with guided hikes at ruins and a visit to a G Adventures-supported women's weaving project in a local community. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco, an indigenous village.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your G for Good Moment Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit| Your G for Good Moment Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred ValleyMeals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 9Urubamba/Aguas Calientes
Travel by train and enjoy stunning scenery following the Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Option to visit the local hot springs and market.
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BreakfastDay 10Aguas Calientes/Cusco
Guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu Picchu and optional visit to the Inca Bridge before returning to Cusco by train.
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BreakfastDay 11Cusco
Enjoy the day at leisure with option to visit the many museums and ruins in and around Cusco. More active options include cycling, rafting, or rock climbing.
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BreakfastDay 12Cusco/Puno
Take in scenic views while travelling through the high Altiplano region to Puno.
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BreakfastDay 13Puno
Enjoy a guided boat tour of Lake Titicaca visiting the floating Islands of Uros and Taquile. Option to visit the Sillustani burial site.
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BreakfastDay 14Puno/Lima
Fly to Lima for the final night. Option to visit museums or enjoy free time to explore.
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BreakfastDay 15Lima
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo
- Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Hands-On Moment: Pachamanca, Nazca
- Your Discover Moment: Cusco
- Arrival transfer
- Ballestas Islands boat trip
- Visit to the Chauchilla cemetery and potter's workshop in Nazca
- Arequipa city tour including the Santa Catalina Convent
- Guided boat tour of Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca
- Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo ruins guided tour with visit to a G Adventures-supported women's weaving project and lunch at the G Adventures-supported Sacred Valley Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco, an indigenous village
- Scenic train and guided tour of Machu Picchu
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotels (14 nts).
Meals
14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Allow USD485-630 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, plane, train, boat.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
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