Peru Treasures Package - Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Puno and Lake Titicaca (5N)

Travel to Peru and Experience its Treasures with this 6D/5N Travel Vacation Package and Tour that includes Cuzco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Puno and Lake Titicaca

Two highlights in one single tour: Tour the great ruins of Machu Picchu, and wander through village markets where ancient traditions live on. You will visit the most important Incan ruins such as Sacsayhuamán, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, and will spend one day exploring the Lost City of Machu Picchu. After Cuzco you will travel to Puno and experience Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Take breathtaking pictures of some of the most awesome mountain views while visiting the floating Uros Islands and the ancient (and still very much alive today!) culture on the Island of Taquile.

The 'Home of Gods,' as the Incas referred to it, became the capital of one of the largest pre-Colombian empires: Tiwantinsuyo. Its name in Quechua, Qosqo, means 'navel of the world' because Cuzco served as a hub for a vast network of roads interconnecting virtually all of South America. Incan society was a surprising example of social and political organization for its vast knowledge of architectural engineering, medicine and agriculture. On March 23rd , 1534, Francisco Pizarro founded a Spanish city on top of what was already this established Incan metropolis.

The region of Puno played a very important role in pre-Incan and Incan times. According to the legend, Manco Capac, the first Inca, and his wife Mama Ocllo emerged from Lake Titicaca instructed by their father, the Sun, to establish the Tahuantinsuyo Empire. Puno's main attraction is Lake Titicaca: Situated at 3,809 meters above sea level (12,379 ft), Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world, with a length of 120 miles (194 kilometers) and an average width of 40 miles (65 kilometers). Its depth exceeds 81 feet (25 meters) in places, and its colors range from deep blue to pale green. An extraordinary variety of wildlife makes its home by the lake, including flamingos, ducks, trout, and local fish such as the suche and carachi. The totora reed, which grows all over the lake serves both as food (for people and animals), and building materials (for homes and rafts).

Peru Highlights (5N) includes:

Accommodation:

5 nights hotel accommodation, with daily breakfast.

Tours:

Sacred Valley Tour.
Half day city tour in Cuzco.
City and nearby ruins tour in Machu Picchu.
Full day tour on Lake Titicaca.

Observations:

Transportation:

Private transfers from/to airport and tours with your local English speaking expert guide. Tourism train to Aguas Calientes. First class bus from Cuzco to Puno. Alternatively you can take the first class train. Flights to Cuzco are not included.

Adventure:

Traveling to Puno is a high altitude experience. As you travel first to Cuzco, you should be well acclimatized by the time you get to Puno. However altitude sickness may occur.

Group Size:

Any group size.

Staff:

Local professional bilingual guides will help you during the tours and transfers.

SPECIFICS

All prices quoted in US dollars.
Price quoted is per person.
Package price includes all tours and transfers, accommodations and breakfasts listed.
Flights are not included. If you would like quotes for flights let us know.
Price is subject to availability.
Prices will vary during Peru holiday seasons.
The train ticket to/from Cuzco-Aguas Calientes is included.
The Bus transfer from Cuzco to Puno is included.
All entrance fees are included.
Personal expenses and tips are not included.
Local flights tickets are not included.
Local and international airport taxes are not included.
Prices are valid untill Dec 31th 2007.