Footsteps of the Incas
Footsteps of the Incas
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Footsteps of the Incas
15 Days
Visiting: ሀመር።, Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTFIP
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 1
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
In Peru, archaeological treasures are weaved seamlessly among sweeping, unspoiled valleys and the mountain scenery of the Andes. Add into the mix a host of vibrant and friendly locals, and you’ll soon realise there’s much more to discover here than just llamas and knitted chullo. On our Peru tours, we'll explore the coastal capital of Lima and look for condors soaring over vast Colca Canyon, before gliding through the tranquil waters of Lake Titicaca and travelling to mountaintop Machu Picchu, discovering Peruvian history and legend along the way.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: ሀመር።
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Lima.
Days 2-3
Location: Lima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Jose Antonio Hotel (4-star) or Four Points by Sheraton Miraflores (4-star), Lima
Upon arrival on day 2 you're free to explore. On day 3 we take a morning tour of the old ‘City of Kings’ (Lima’s original name). The city’s walls are laced with incredible history of political, cultural and economic importance, having played the role of capital of the Spanish dominions in South America from 1535 until the 18th century.We’ll explore the Old Town’s remarkable colonial architecture, Government Palace and the city’s historic squares. And we’ll stop at the cathedral and Larco Herrera Museum, where gold and silver from ancient Peru are displayed. The afternoon is free.
Day 4
Location: Arequipa, Lima
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Select Arequipa (3-star) or Sonesta Hotel Arequipa (4-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We transfer to the airport for our flight to Arequipa.
Day 5
Location: Arequipa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Select Arequipa (3-star) or Sonesta Hotel Arequipa (4-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
You can enjoy scenic views at every turn in Arequipa thanks to the three snow-capped towering volcanoes - Chachani, Misti and Pichu Pichu - that guard the UNESCO-listed city. This morning we embark on a tour - the city’s architecture is utterly remarkable and many buildings are made from locally sourced white volcanic sillar rock.Explore the fine old quarter of San Lazaro and the spectacular Monastery of Santa Catalina, Peru’s most important religious building and home to a delightful gallery of paintings and sculptures. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or take an optional excursion of your choice.
Day 6
Location: Colca Canyon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Casa Andina Colca (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we travel into the Colca Canyon, marvelling at the colourful Andean Valley as we journey to Chivay. This charming small town in the southern Colca Canyon region has a cultural main square with views of terraced hillsides and snow-capped peaks.
Day 7
Location: Puno, Colca Canyon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Posada Puno (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
At Colca Canyon’s Cruz del Condor, Andean Condors can be seen soaring gracefully on thermals rising from the stunning canyon. The scale of the canyon is truly breathtaking, with the summit of the nearby Ampato volcano over 5km higher than the canyon’s lowest point.Later, we travel to Puno.
Day 8
Location: Lake Titicaca
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Posada Puno (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A full-day excursion to Lake Titicaca reveals an area of unbelievable beauty and legend. Believed by the Incas to be the birthplace of the sun, Titicaca is South America’s largest lake. We’ll see the Uros villages, whose inhabitants live on floating totora-reed islands, and Taquile Island, inhabited by Quechua-speaking natives. Here, we see a demonstration of traditional hand-weaving techniques - a snapshot of the remarkable lifestyle and culture of these Peruvian natives.
Day 9
Location: Puno, Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Xima Cusco Hotel (4-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we travel from Puno to Cuzco in style, aboard the Pullman-style carriages of the Titicaca Train. This journey is about more than just getting from A to B. The scenery is absolutely spectacular (windswept fields, traditional villages and soaring mountains), but the onboard experience is just as special. Think gourmet Peruvian cuisine and live performances from local musicians. Sit back and take it all in as you weave through the Peruvian Andes. This is a journey of experience.
Day 10
Location: Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Xima Cusco Hotel (4-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cuzco was the once fabled capital of the Inca Empire, situated in the Peruvian Andes. Enjoy a captivating tour of the ‘Archaeological Capital of South America’, visiting the beautiful Plaza de Armas, Cuzco Cathedral with star-shaped ceilings and a lavish collection of famous paintings including Marcos Zapata’s impeccable ‘The Last Supper’. We also see the semi-circular Temple of the Sun and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, the massive Inca fortress overlooking the city.
Day 11
Location: Sacred Valley, Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Posadas Yucay Hotel, Sacred Valley (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We travel to the Sacred Valley, stopping in the charming village of Pisac where Quechua people from the beautiful surrounding highlands come to sell their stock and purchase supplies in the lively market; with jewellery, ponchos, Andean instruments and ceramics it’s a shopper’s delight! Head to Ollantaytambo, where the aged remains include a series of steps and niches carved out of the cliff. Since the 13th century, this beautiful area has been a delightful place to leisurely wander through narrow, cobblestone streets making you feel as if you’ve stepped back in time.
Day 12
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Posadas Yucay Hotel, Sacred Valley (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today is a real highlight as we travel by train to the magnificent lost Inca city of Machu Picchu. Tours here reveal the sheer scale of this historic, archaeological masterpiece, once buried in the jungle.The complex is considered to have been constructed at the height of the Inca Empire between the 15th and 16th centuries, and abandoned at the end of the latter. The group of approximately 200 structures were rediscovered in 1911, and declared one of the New7Wonders of the World in 2007. The ruins of temples, palaces, towers and fountains set against a dramatic backdrop of dark green forested mountains remain a symbol of the Inca Empire’s time in power.
Day 13
Location: Sacred Valley, Lima, Cusco
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Jose Antonio Hotel (4-star) or Four Points by Sheraton Miraflores (4-star), Lima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we fly to Lima for an overnight stay.
Day 14
Location: Lima
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight to the UK.
Day 15
Location: ሀመር።
Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
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12 nights in hotels and 2 in flight
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International and internal flights as detailed. Prices are based on return flights with LATAM from London Heathrow or Gatwick (via Madrid or Sao Paulo).
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19 meals: 12 breakfasts 5 lunches 2 dinnersundefined excursions and visits
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Titan tour manager
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Tours of Lima, Arequipa and Cuzco
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Entrance to Larco Museum and Santa Catalina Monastery
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Visits to Colca Canyon and Cruz del Condor; Sacred Valley; village of Pisac and fortress of Ollantaytambo
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Puno-Cuzco train journey
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Excursions to Lake Titicaca and Machu PicchuPlus
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Audio headsets in Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cuzcofalse
What's Not Included
Tipping and Gratuities
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
3-4 Star
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
All ages 16 & over can join this tour
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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