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Discover the archaeological wonders of southern Peru and attend a festival in Cuzco
Those travelling on the group flights and those who have booked a transfer through Exodus will be met at the airport and transferred to our hotel in the Miraflores district of Lima. There will be a notice board in the hotel reception with details of where and when the group welcome briefing will be held.Hotel El Tambo 1 (or similar)
We set off very early this morning (around 5.30am) and drive south from Lima until we reach the port of Paracas (4-5 hours' drive). The Ballestas Islands lie a short distance off the coast here and are home to one of the highest concentrations of seabirds in the world - we visit them by boat.On the outward journey we pass the curious pre-Inca Candelabra geoglyph, a huge (over 150m high) three-pronged trident shape etched into the sandy hillside, the origin and purpose of which remains unknown (although there are many theories). Upon reaching the islands we explore the caves and rock archways by boat and observe the Sea lion and Fur seal colonies as well as Humboldt penguins and an array of birds such as cormorants, pelicans, tendrils, and Peruvian Blue-footed booby birds.The boats are open-top motorised boats and are shared with other non-Exodus clients (occasionally the sea is too rough and the boats can't operate). Take heed of seabirds above - it is advisable to wear a hat! The boat trip lasts around two hours.Once back on dry land we drive for an hour or so to Ica, in the heart of Peru's wine-growing region. Hotel Vila Jazmin (or similar)
We drive towards Nazca, stopping to visit the viewing platforms overlooking the Nazca Lines. These are one of the world's great archaeological mysteries, consisting of enormous drawings and patterns etched in the desert sand.In the afternoon, for those who wish there is usually time to take a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines (additional cost), weather permitting. Due to the small planes used, this is not suitable for those with a fear of flying or who suffer from travel sickness. Alternatively, your leader can help arrange optional visits to the nearby burial grounds, Antonini Museum, or the Planetarium.Casa Andina Hotel / Alegria (or similar)
We turn inland from the coastal desert today, climbing high into the Andes on today's long (12-13 hrs) but spectacular drive. Vicuñas (a smaller wild relative of the llama) can be seen along this road, as this area is Peru's largest vicuña reserve. This region has only recently become easily accessible to tourists due to an upgrade of the Abancay/Chalhuanca road. The altitude here can make physical exertion difficult (the highest point we reach today is Negro Mayu, a high pass at approx. 4600m). It is recommended to rest in the evening. We overnight a couple of hours before Abancay on the road to Cuzco.Hotel de Turistas de Abancay (or similar)
We set off towards Cuzco this morning, stopping to visit the unique Inca Saywite stone and Tarawasi ruins. The glaciated summits of the Vilcabamba Mountain range and the descent into the Apurimac River valley demonstrate the dramatic contrasts of the Andes Mountains, and we should expect stunning scenery throughout today's 7-8 hour drive. It is recommended to take it easy upon arrival into Cuzco and to drink plenty of water to allow your body time to acclimatise to the altitude (3400m).Casa Andina Koricancha (or similar)
To help acclimatise, we have a relaxed walking tour this morning to discover its historic buildings and winding streets of Cuzco, one of South America's most beautiful cities. The rest of the day has been left free for exploring on your own. The Plaza de Armas is a fantastic spot for people watching, and the Koricancha Sun Temple located in the Santo Domingo Church and monastery is worth a visit. The Mercado San Pedro is the place to try some local produce and there are many handicraft markets to shop for souvenirs such as alpaca jumpers and scarves.Outside the town are more Inca ruins, notably the fortress of Sacsayhuaman where the Inca armies made their last stand against the Conquistadores. A combined entrance fee (Tourist Ticket) for these sites and many others is recommended - please see the Optional Excursions section below for prices. Sightseeing excursions to places outside Cuzco, including the Sacred Valley of the Incas, are also available. Please ask your tour leader.Hotel Casa Andina Koricancha (or similar)
The 'Festival of the Sun' is held in Cuzco on 24th June each year. During this time Cuzco is filled with colourful processions and other festivities include traditional dances and even animal sacrifice. In the morning we will walk to Qoricancha Temple (The Sun Temple) to see the beginning of the most important Andean religious festival in the country. Afterwards, we continue on to the Plaza de Armas (main square) to witness the first offerings to the sun while people from the four traditional Inca regions (Suyos) perform ceremonial dances. Around mid-morning we make the short journey by bus to Sacsayhuaman archaeological site, located on a hillside above Cuzco. The atmosphere is particularly evocative here, amidst the Inca ruins, as we see the most traditional Andean worship rituals in honour of Mother Earth. The ceremony finishes in the mid-afternoon, after which we will return to our hotel.There can be quite a bit of waiting around for the festivities to kick off today and you may want to buy a packed lunch to take with you - your leader can help arrange this if you request it the night before. Hotel Casa Andina Koricancha (or similar)
For most people, the highlight of the trip is the visit by train to the greatest ruin in the world, the lost city of Machu Picchu. This is one of the architectural and engineering marvels of the ancient world, in a mountain setting of staggering immensity. The Spaniards never found it; the Incas left no records of it, so Machu Picchu remains a great enigma, a city lost for centuries in the jungle until it was rediscovered in 1911 by the American historian Hiram Bingham.We transfer (approximately 2hrs) to Ollantaytambo train station and catch a train to Aguas Calientes (the town below Machu Picchu). The railway line follows a beautiful route through the Urubamba River Valley. In the afternoon we take a short bus ride up the winding road to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the ruins. New regulations for visiting Machu Picchu are now fully enforced; you will be limited to a maximum of four hours within the site and must be accompanied by a guide. There will also be three set routes to follow around Machu Picchu; Exodus selects the most comprehensive route. Please note that exploring the ruins involves a reasonable amount of walking, including up and down steep and uneven stone steps. Visiting in the afternoon tends to be quieter than the mornings and the mist which shrouds the ruins at dawn has usually dispersed. Inti Punku El Tambo (or similar)
A free morning to enjoy the buzz of this little town in the jungle below the ruins. There are some hot springs nearby, however, they tend to suffer from overcrowding and therefore poor water quality, so are not recommended.Should you wish to visit Machu Picchu again this morning, your leader will help you to purchase a second entrance ticket (subject to availability) which will allow you a further four hours to explore the 'Lost City' - for the second visit it is not mandatory to have a guide. At the time of writing a morning ticket costs PEN152 (approx. US$37).In the afternoon we board the train back to Ollantaytambo and then continue by minibus to Cuzco, arriving in the late evening.Hotel Casa Andina Koricancha (or similar)
A final chance to enjoy the sights and shopping of this beautiful city. If you fancy something more active then there is an array of optional activities available from Cuzco that your leader can organise. These include paddle-boarding on a lake, mountain biking, or a combination of via ferrata and zip-lining in the Sacred Valley.Hotel Casa Andina Koricancha (or similar)
Today we travel for 8-10 hours along the Vilcanota River and onto the altiplano, the high plains separating the Andes from the jungle. Although it is quite a long drive, it is interesting and often spectacular. There are scheduled stops at interesting sites to help break up the day and we will get to appreciate the immensity of the Andean landscapes. This afternoon we arrive at the shores of Lake Titicaca (3800m) and board a boat for our trip to Amantani Island. Hiking around the island offers great views across the lake, whilst the night spent with a local family offers fantastic cultural insight into lives very different to our own. (A packed lunch is included today).Amantani Island homestay (Basic)
We explore the island in the morning before boarding our boat for the three-hour journey to Puno on the lakeshore. On the way, we visit the Titinos Indians, who live on islands of floating reeds and, save for a few modest concessions to the modern world, still live as their ancestors would have done centuries ago. Most tours visit the Uros islands closer to the shore but we visit the more isolated Titinos Islands for a more authentic experience.Casona Plaza Hotel (or similar)
Today we head off across the altiplano again. This time we cross to the south-west, heading back towards the coast to the high Colca Canyon (5-6 hours' drive). En route we have opportunities to see vicuñas and possibly flamingos before descending into what is considered to be the second deepest canyon in the Americas (the deepest, the Cotahuasi Canyon, is also in Peru). There is time in the evening for an optional visit to the hot springs near the main town of Chivay (3635m) - a warming pleasure after the chill of Lake Titicaca.Hotel Pozo del Cielo (or similar)
An early start to view condors soaring on the morning drafts rising out of the canyon. Extensive terraces, stunning colonial churches, and burial tombs are viewed before we ascend out of the canyon and cross Patapampa Pass (4910m) on our way to Arequipa, known as the 'White City' due to the pale volcanic stone used to construct many of its colonial buildings. The picturesque city enjoys a year-round pleasant climate and is surrounded by 6000m volcanoes, including the near-perfect cone of El Misti.Selina Hotel (or similar)
In the morning we visit the huge and serene convent of Santa Catalina. Built in 1580 and only opened to the outside world in the 1970s, it offers a rare insight into the lives led by the nuns and has changed little through the centuries. There are still around 20 nuns living in the northern corner of the complex. In the afternoon or evening we fly to Lima where will transfer to our hotel in Miraflores.Hotel El Tambo 1 (or similar)
The group flights usually depart in the afternoon, allowing time for optional sightseeing in Lima in the morning. You may wish to visit the Gold Museum or the historic downtown area. The group flight is an overnight flight to London. For land only clients, the tour ends after breakfast.
14 nights hotels, all en suite, 1 night homestay with basic shared
facilitiesTravel by train, boat, private minibus/coach and one internal
flightTime spent at altitudeSeveral long drives and early starts
All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner are included in the price of the
tour.The tap water in Peru is not safe to drink. Drinking water will be
provided in large containers free of charge; please bring a refillable bottle
with you.Hotel breakfasts are normally simple buffet-style affairs, usually
including bread/toast and jam, cereal, sometimes eggs or a cooked dish,
sometimes fruit, tea/coffee and fruit juice. Regrettably, we can not
guarantee that wheat/gluten-free products will be available for breakfast in
all locations - if you have an intolerance you may wish to bring your own
breakfast food from home.Where lunch and dinner are not included we'll visit
a variety of local cafes and restaurants.Peruvian cuisine has developed a
reputation for its flavours and originality and it’s well worth trying out
a few of the local delicacies. Amongst these are ceviche (a spicy dish of
seafood or fish marinated in lime juice), lomo saltado (a Peruvian take on a
beef stir-fry) and various hearty soups such as the delicious quinoa soup.
Other dishes include roasted cuy (guinea pig), Alpaca steak, and to drink,
the national beverage: Pisco Sour.
14 nights hotels, all en suite, 1 night homestay with basic shared
facilitiesTravel by train, boat, private minibus/coach and one internal
flightTime spent at altitudeSeveral long drives and early starts
These departures have been scheduled to coincide with Inti Raymi in Cuzco.
Translated as 'Festival of the Sun' it is the most important of all Andean
festivals. During this time Cuzco is filled with colourful processions and
other festivities include traditional dances and even animal sacrifice. Cuzco
itself will be very busy during the festival season.This is a busy itinerary
encompassing the main highlights of southern Peru. You should be aware that
the size of Peru means that this holiday involves some long drives and early
morning starts. The longest drive is between Nazca and Abancay and takes in
the region of 9-10 hours. The private buses used are comfortable and the
scenery is outstanding. There will be several stops along the way to help
break up the long journeys. The road between Nazca and Cuzco becomes
increasingly winding as we climb higher into the mountains, and this,
combined with the increase in altitude, may affect you if you are prone to
travel sickness.Although graded Leisurely/Moderate (level 2), the altitude
can make physical activity feel more tiring than at sea level. As this trip
spends considerable time at altitude we ask you to refer to the Altitude
Warning within the Trip Notes for more information and advice on how to limit
the effects of altitude sickness. The tour allows for gradual
acclimatisation, visiting Abancay (2,400m) before moving on to Cuzco
(3,400m), then Lake Titicaca (3,800m) and Colca Canyon (3,635m). Although we
do not linger there, the maximum altitude visited on this trip is 4,910m
(Patapampa Pass) which we drive over near Chivay, Colca Canyon - please
ensure your travel insurance covers you up to this altitude. It can be cold
at these altitudes, particularly from May until August (although these months
benefit from lower rainfall), and you will need to bring appropriate
clothing.Cuzco, Arequipa, and many of the Inca sites (including Machu Picchu)
are built on hillsides and sightseeing often involves walking up and down
steep streets or on uneven steps or terraces. As such, you should have a good
level of mobility and a reasonable level of fitness.Strikes are not uncommon
in Peru and whilst these are generally peaceful protests, they can result in
roadblocks and disruption to travel. In this event, your leader will amend
your itinerary if necessary to minimise the impact.List of Regulations for
visiting Machu Picchu:The main points impacting your visit are the
following:The tickets are valid only for one entry which means that you
cannot leave the site and re-enter.Once you have done the chosen circuit with
your guide, you cannot walk back to view anything already visited and once
you finish the circuit, you will have to leave the site. You can no longer
explore the site further after the guided tour.The two visit times for
visiting the site, either 6am-12pm or 12-16.30pm.The local authorities have
restricted the temples which can visited at Machu Picchu depending on the
time of the visit to the site.These regulations will affect how long you are
able to spend at Machu Picchu and which temples you can visit. In the past,
after the guided tour passengers could stay longer to explore the site, this
is not possible anymore. The alternative that we are implementing on our
visits to allow you further time, is to explore the upper part of Machu
Picchu (Sun Gate and Inca Bridge) before starting the guided tour. The
guided tour will be about 2 hrs in duration, and unfortunately at the end of
it, you will need to exit the site. You will be able to visit the Sun Temple,
but not the Sun Dial Temple or the Condor’s Temple on this
itinerary. Schedule of visit to Machu Picchu on this itinerary:12pm access
to Machu Picchu and explore upper part with the tour leader2pm start the
guided tour4.30pm passengers leave Machu Picchu Please see our COVID Travel
Guide for Peru for more information on current guidelines for travel in Peru.
Hotels & HomestayThis trip spends 15 nights in hotels, all of which have en-suite
facilities.The hotels normally used are indicated within the itinerary,
however, accommodation may differ from those stated depending on your
departure date. Throughout this tour we stay in carefully selected 3-star
hotels with en suite bathroom facilities throughout, with the exception of
one night on Amantani Island. Most hotels have a safety deposit box in the
room but if not, there will be one at reception.In Lima we stay at Hotel El
Tambo 1, located in the upmarket Miraflores District - Larco Mar shopping
mall is within walking distance as is the trendy Barranco District, where
you'll find a wide variety of restaurants and nightlife. We usually stay in
Villa Jazmin in Ica, which offers large rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
Near to Abancay we stay at Tampumayu, which is a hacienda style property - a
little rustic but full of character and there's a pretty little church within
its grounds. In Cuzco, we stay at one of the well-known Casa Andina
properties, Casa Andina Koricancha, which is ideally located within walking
distance of the main square and the Koricancha 'Sun Temple'. For our Machu
Picchu visit we spend a night at Inti Punku El Tambo in Aguas Calientes; a
simple yet contemporary hotel. The most basic accommodation is in Chivay and
Arequipa but it serves its purpose for a night. Casona Plaza Hotel in Puno
has a local 4-star local rating, is centrally located, and has a lovely
restaurant area. Please note that central heating is very rare in Peru, even
in good standard hotels. Most hotels provide plug-in heaters and spare
blankets. Additionally, whilst all of the hotels have a hot water supply, it
can be temperamental when there is high demand.A railway line runs straight
through the centre of Aguas Calientes and whilst we try to allocate rooms
away from it whenever possible, the trains might be heard from some rooms.On
Amantani Island on Lake Titicaca, the group will split up overnight to stay
with local families. There will generally be a few of us in each house and we
may have to share rooms en masse - single supplements do not apply for this
night. The rooms are basic but clean and your beds will have sheets and
plenty of blankets. There are outside toilets and washbasins. The lack of
electricity or road noise (there are no roads!) and the starlit sky on clear
nights makes for a truly peaceful and serene experience.Single rooms can be
booked for single supplement, subject to availability, at the time of
booking. This supplement covers single rooms throughout the trip, with the
exception of the homestay on Amantani Island. We recommend the early booking
of single supplements and of pre/post tour accommodation.
All breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner are included in the price of the
tour.The tap water in Peru is not safe to drink. Drinking water will be
provided in large containers free of charge; please bring a refillable bottle
with you.Hotel breakfasts are normally simple buffet-style affairs, usually
including bread/toast and jam, cereal, sometimes eggs or a cooked dish,
sometimes fruit, tea/coffee and fruit juice. Regrettably, we can not
guarantee that wheat/gluten-free products will be available for breakfast in
all locations - if you have an intolerance you may wish to bring your own
breakfast food from home.Where lunch and dinner are not included we'll visit
a variety of local cafes and restaurants.Peruvian cuisine has developed a
reputation for its flavours and originality and it’s well worth trying out
a few of the local delicacies. Amongst these are ceviche (a spicy dish of
seafood or fish marinated in lime juice), lomo saltado (a Peruvian take on a
beef stir-fry) and various hearty soups such as the delicious quinoa soup.
Other dishes include roasted cuy (guinea pig), Alpaca steak, and to drink,
the national beverage: Pisco Sour.
A variety of transport is used during this tour and vehicle types may vary
depending on group size: travel is by train, boat, private minibus/coach and
one internal flight.Airport transfers are by private car or mini-bus. The
main road journeys are by private mini-bus or coach with
heating/air-conditioning and may or may not have a toilet onboard.We travel
by train (with Peru Rail/Inca Rail) from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
(the town below Machu Picchu) and back in Expedition/Executive Class. Seating
is four seats to a table and the carriages have panoramic windows and there
is air conditioning/heating.The boat on Lake Titicaca is private to our
group, and there will be a local guide from one of Lake Titicaca’s island
communities. The boat is enclosed as it can get cold at this altitude but
there large windows on all sides and an outside deck to the rear. Life
jackets are provided.
Travelling flight inclusive from London: 17 DaysThe group flight from London
is a daytime flight departing on Day 1 of the itinerary.Flights from
LondonWe normally use the scheduled services of British Airways or KLM Royal
Dutch Airlines (depending on availability). As flight timings and schedules
change regularly we recommend you call one of our specialist sales staff or
your agent to confirm up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change
at a later date and cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks
before departure.Internal flights during the trip are with a local
airline.Travelling land only: 16 days starting and ending in LimaYour trip
normally starts at our accommodation in Lima in the afternoon of Day 1 of
the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the
Final Joining Instructions sent approximately two weeks before departure.
Should you decide to make your way independently there is also an airport
shuttle bus, which runs a direct service from Lima Airport to the Miraflores
District of Lima every 30-60 minutes for US$8 one way or US$15 round trip.
Tickets can be bought online or at the counter in Lima Airport. Visit the
website and select your hotel to find the nearest stop and see a map of where
it is in relation to your hotel: https://www.airportexpresslima.com
Peru's diverse geography results in a very varied climate between different
regions.Lima and Paracas fall within the coastal desert region of Peru, with
a mild climate and very little rain all year. From April to November the sky
is almost always grey and cloudy and the air humid. Average day time
temperatures in Lima remain between about 18 and 24 degrees Celsius during
this period, with July and August typically being the coolest. Nights are
also mild - typically 15-18 degrees Celsius. From December to March the skies
in Lima are clear and temperatures at their warmest but elsewhere in the
country this is the rainy season.Cuzco and the Andes have a temperate
climate. December to March is the rainy season in Cuzco/the Andes and April
to November is the dry season; characterised by clear skies and strong
sunshine in the mornings, sometimes clouding over as the day progresses.
Daytime temperatures are usually pleasant (approx. 20 degrees C on average)
but night times only 5-10 degrees C, except for May, June, July and August
when days are cooler and nights are often close to, or a few degrees below,
freezing. In the Andes, however, anything is possible at any time of year,
including cloud, rain or even snow, and rapid and unexpected changes! Lake
Titicaca and Colca Canyon are high, and at 3,800m and 3,600m above sea level
respectively, the sun is strong but the air can be cold, and nights can be
close to freezing. You will need to bring some warm layers and a waterproof
or wind-stopper. Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu are in the cloud forest
and as such attract large amounts of precipitation all year as clouds move up
from the Amazon Basin. Rain here can be heavy but is seldom prolonged. Cold
fronts sometimes occur from July-August.Peru is affected by the El
Niño weather phenomenon whereby warming of Pacific Ocean surface water off
South America drives a shift in the atmospheric circulation resulting in
abnormally high levels of rainfall over parts of South America. These events
occur at irregular intervals of two to seven years, and last nine months to
two years. A strong El Niño event occurred in 2014-16. In El Niño years,
temperatures in Lima can be much warmer than described above but it still
rarely rains in Lima.
A daypack or other smaller holdall - you will be asked to pack a smaller
overnight bag for the trips to Machu Picchu and Amantani Island whilst your
main luggage will be kept in a secure location.Water bottleDaypack (for Machu
Picchu and Lake Titicaca homestay)Good sturdy shoes or walking bootsWarm
fleece jacket Layers of warm clothing Hats (for sun protection and also for
warmth) Waterproofs SunglassesHigh SPF sunscreenInsect repellent
Swimwear (for hot springs)Hand sanitiserA small sewing kit with safety
pinsTorch (head torches are ideal) Cold water detergent or laundry soap
(biodegradable) Personal music player / books etc. for the long
drivesSandalsYou may wish to take some souvenirs from home for your hosts on
Amantani Island as these are always appreciated. You leader can help organise
this is you wish - practical and utilitarian items such as donations of
clothes, ropes, shovels, cutlery are most useful.Donations for porters The
porters we work with on the Inca Trail and other Andean treks are mostly from
rural farming communities. If you have any old walking gear or warm clothing
that you no longer need, or any unwanted warm children’s clothing, these
would be much appreciated by the porters and their families. Please leave any
donations with your leader in Cuzco.
It is a good idea to take enough money with you to last the first few days
because you set of early on day 2, however the bus can stop at an ATM en
route if needs be.Food, drinks and similar incidentals can vary in price
enormously in Peru and are relatively expensive compared to other developing
nations. Allow about US$15‐20 per meal not included to eat at good
restaurants. Cheaper food is abundant at small local cafes, although sanitary
conditions at these places cannot be guaranteed. Bottled water and soft
drinks are readily available for around US$1‐2 each.Please note that there
is a possibility the Peruvian Ministry of Tourism may increase entrance fees
to archaeological sites at any time. If this happens, we will inform you of
the increase and the additional amount will be payable locally.Peruvian
airport taxes are included in the price of your flight ticket, and there will
be no need to pay these locally.Peruvian Passport or Identity Card
HoldersPlease note that the cost of Exodus holidays in Peru is based on the
assumption that you do not hold a Peruvian passport or resident's card. If
you are officially resident in Peru or are a Peruvian passport holder, you
will be liable to an additional 18% tax on the majority of services, and this
extra sum will be payable locally to our local partner. Other nationalities
are exempt from this tax. Please notify us at the time of booking if you are
legally resident in Peru or hold a Peruvian passport so that we can advise
you of the total cost of these taxes.Optional Excursions Your tour leader
will be able to tell you about the full range of optional excursions
available throughout your holiday however the most popular ones are as
follows:Prices of excursions vary depending on the number of people taking
part. The prices given within these Trip Notes are based on 4 participants
and are intended as a guideline only. Actual prices will be more for smaller
group sizes and less for larger group sizes. All tours use private transport
and there will be an English-speaking guide. Please note that cash is the
preferred method of payment for any of the optional activities. For some
activities a minimum number of participants may be required. Some activities
may not always be possible due to weather, seasonality, national holidays, or
unforeseen circumstances.Lima: City tour (half day – 3 hours): From US$40
per person (based on 4 participants)Visit ‘Pucllana Pyramid’, the
colonial centre including Lima's Plaza Mayor (Main Square), the Government
Palace, the City Hall, and other important monuments. Later, visit the
Convent of San Francisco with its catacombs (entrance included) and continue
to the modern Miraflores District.Nazca: Nazca Lines Scenic Flight (approx.
35 min. flight*): From US$100 (plus PEN25 airport tax). *Please be aware that
there can be up to 4hrs waiting to board your scenic flight. Please also
note that anyone over 90kg might be charged for a second seat due to weight
restrictions and regulations. Please note that PEN is the preferred currency
for this payment.A Partial Tourist Ticket (BTG) is required for entrance to
the sites in and around Cuzco and the Sacred Valley – this is not included
in the excursion prices below but can be purchased locally From PEN70
(approx. US$17).Cuzco: City tour and 4 ruins (half day – 5 hours): From
US$45 per person (based on 4 participants), excludes BTG.This includes visits
to the nearby ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puca Pucará as
well as a tour of the city itself, including the Plaza de Armas, where the
Cathedral is located, Koricancha ‘Sun Temple’ (entrance included) and San
Pedro Market.Cuzco: Sacred Valley tour (full day – 8 hours): From US$55 per
person (based on 4 participants), excludes BTG.Drive to the Sacred Valley,
stopping at El Mirador viewpoint en route. Visit Pisac Market and fortress
and Ollantaytambo; return to Cuzco.Cuzco: South Valley tour (full day – 7
hours): From US$63 per person (based on 4 participants), excludes BTG.Visit
the little-known valley to the south of Cuzco, including the terraces at
Tipon, the pre- Inca ruins of Pikillaqta and the ‘Sistine Chapel of the
Americas’ in Andahuaylillas (entrance included); return to Cuzco.
Exodus encourages customers to tip local support staff if they would like to.
In Peru, it has become customary for local staff to receive tips and these
tips can be an important source of extra income for hard working crew.
Whether to tip and how much to tip should be a personal decision. As
customers often ask us for a suggestion of how much is appropriate for
different individuals, we have prepared some guidelines together with our
local partner - your leader will provide a handout which we hope will be
useful to your group. Please note that PEN is the preferred currency for
tips.Tipping Kitty: On this trip we recommend running a tipping kitty. A
tipping kitty means we tip as a group, and individuals don’t need to worry
about giving out small tips to various people who have helped during the trip
(i.e. drivers, local guides, boatmen, hotel staff). The contribution per
person per day we suggest is US$6 (PEN 25). Tour Leader: Leaders are fairly
paid for their role but are of course always grateful for recognition of
their skills and hard work. Tips for your leader should be based on their
performance and engagement with the group, and if you are happy with the
leader’s work, we recommend somewhere around US$6 (PEN 25) per person per
day, but customers are encouraged to contribute what they feel happy giving -
either less or more than the amount suggested above.
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