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Peru and the Galapagos 2010
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17 days
From £4230
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Peru and the Galapagos
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Lima (2 nights), Sacred Valley (2 nights), Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Cusco (3 nights), Quito (3 nights), Galapagos Islands Cruising (4 nights) and Guayaquil (1 night)
Combining the Inca heartlands of Peru with the unforgettable Galapagos Islands, this exceptional odyssey allows time to explore the colonial grandeur of Lima and Cusco, as well as the ancient sites around Machu Picchu, before flying on to Quito in Ecuador. From here you journey across...
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Peru and the Andes 2010
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14 days
From £3180
Group Departures
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This is a Classic Journey
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Peru and the Andes
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Lima (3 nights), Arequipa (1 night), Colca Valley (1 night), Lake Titicaca (2 nights), Cusco (1 night), Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley (1 night), Sacsayhuaman, Machu Picchu (1 night), Cusco (2 nights) and Lima (transit)
After visiting Lima’s ancient and colonial treasures you then fly onto the elegant architecture of Arequipa, before driving on through the awe-inspiring vistas of the Colca Canyon and up to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca. After a boat ride out to the reed islands of the Aymara...
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Mountain Lodges of Peru 2010
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13 days
From £3525
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This is a Tailor Made Journey
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Mountain Lodges of Peru
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Lima (2 nights), Cusco (1 night), Mountain Lodges of Peru (5 nights), Machu Picchu (1 night), Cusco (2 nights) and Lima (transit)
Mountain Lodges of Peru offers ‘adventure at its finest’, with the chance to experience adventure without sacrificing your creature comforts. Experts in the Peruvian Andes, Mountain Lodges of Peru offer exceptional service, comfort and safety amidst some of the most spectacular landscapes....
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Peru and the Andes 2011
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14 days
From £3355
Group Departures
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This is a Classic Journey
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Peru and the Andes
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Lima (3 nights), Arequipa (1 night), Colca Valley (1 night), Lake Titicaca (2 nights), Cusco (1 night), Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley (1 night), Sacsayhuaman, Machu Picchu (1 night), Cusco (2 nights) and Lima (transit)
After visiting Lima’s ancient and colonial treasures you then fly onto the elegant architecture of Arequipa, before driving on through the awe-inspiring vistas of the Colca Canyon and up to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca. After a boat ride out to the reed islands of the Aymara...
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Peru and the Andes - Corpus Christi 2010
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14 days
Group Departures
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This is a Classic Journey
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Peru and the Andes - Corpus Christi
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Lima (3 nights), Arequipa (1 night), Colca Valley (1 night), Lake Titicaca (2 nights), Cusco (3 nights), Sacsayhuaman, Machu Picchu (1 night), Cusco (1 night) and Lima (transit)
After visiting Lima’s ancient and colonial treasures you then fly onto the elegant architecture of Arequipa, before driving on through the awe-inspiring vistas of the Colca Canyon and up to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca. After a boat ride out to the reed islands of the Aymara...
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Peru and the Andes - Inti Raymi 2010
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14 days
Group Departures
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This is a Classic Journey
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Peru and the Andes - Inti Raymi
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Lima (3 nights), Arequipa (1 night), Colca Valley (1 night), Lake Titicaca (2 nights), Cusco (2 nights), Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley (1 night), Sacsayhuaman , Machu Picchu (1 night), Cusco (1 night) and Lima (transit)
After visiting Lima’s ancient and colonial treasures you then fly onto the elegant architecture of Arequipa, before driving on through the awe-inspiring vistas of the Colca Canyon and up to the sacred shores of Lake Titicaca. After a boat ride out to the reed islands of the Aymara...
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A SHORTER WALK TO MACHU PICCHU
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Places to see and things to do
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A SHORTER WALK TO MACHU PICCHU
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For those passengers who don’t have the
time, or don’t wish to sleep in tented
accommodation, there is a day walk to
Machu Picchu that can be done in
conjunction with the daily train from Cusco.
Disembarking from the train at ‘Kilometre 104’
at approximately 9.00 a.m. you will...
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HIRAM BINGHAM TRAIN SERVICE TO MACHU PICCHU
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Places to see and things to do
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HIRAM BINGHAM TRAIN SERVICE TO MACHU PICCHU
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For those looking for a little more luxury on their journey to Machu
Picchu, the new ‘Hiram Bingham’ train service, operated by
Orient Express,provides a 3 course brunch with wine, and a guide
is on hand to point out places of interest along the way. The train
arrives at Machu...
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INCA TRAIL - THE ROUTE
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Places to see and things to do
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INCA TRAIL - THE ROUTE
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The trail runs from Chilca near Ollantaytambo
across the High Andes to the Inca sanctuary
of Machu Picchu.You begin in semi-arid
terrain along the course of the Urubamba
River. After visiting the extensive
archaeological site at Llactapata you will stay
at your first overnight...
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INCA TRAIL – THE LOGISTICS
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Places to see and things to do
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INCA TRAIL – THE LOGISTICS
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This is a walk for those who are reasonably fit,
as you will be walking at high altitude and
there are some steep ascents and descents
along the route. The walk itself takes 4 days,
and you are accompanied by a guide and
porters, staying overnight in tented camps
along the...
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LAKE TITICACA
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Places to see and things to do
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LAKE TITICACA
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The highest navigable lake in the
world and the second largest in
South America, Lake Titicaca occupies
the high altiplano that straddles Peru
and Bolivia. Lying at some 3,812 metres
and covering over 8,000 square
kilometres, the lake has been home to the
Aymara and Quechua...
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MACHU PICCHU
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Places to see and things to do
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MACHU PICCHU
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One of the most spectacular
of all ancient archaeological
sites, Machu Picchu was lost to the outside
world for centuries, until its discovery in
1911 by the American archaeologist,
Hiram Bingham. A masterpiece of Inca
ingenuity, its expansive remains occupy
a mountain plateau...
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NORTHERN PERU
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Places to see and things to do
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NORTHERN PERU
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The less developed north is home to a
wealth of ancient treasures, including
Chan Chan, the largest pre-Columbian
mud brick settlement in the Americas
and capital of the Chimu Kingdom; the
Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum which
has the most complete collection of
gold artefacts...
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THE INCA TRAIL
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Places to see and things to do
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THE INCA TRAIL
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Starting in Chilca near Ollantaytambo, and leading to Machu Picchu,
the Inca Trail is one of the world’s most spectacular treks. Over four days
it is a walk for those who are reasonably fit, following a route that takes you over high
passes with some steep ascents and descents...
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THE MADRE DE DIOS RIVER
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Places to see and things to do
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THE MADRE DE DIOS RIVER
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A short flight from Cusco will take you to the town of Puerto
Maldonado on the mighty Madre de Dios River, one of the main
tributaries of the Amazon. From here you will take a motorised
canoe for a thrilling two-hour journey along the river to your
lodge. En route you should...
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THE NASCA LINES
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Places to see and things to do
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THE NASCA LINES
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Located some 5 hours south of Lima by road, the mysterious
Nasca Lines are also worth considering as an inclusion in your
Tailor Made Peru holiday. Cut into the stony desert, these huge
depictions of animals and geometrical designs can only be
seen properly from the air, giving...
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TREASURES OF THE NORTH
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Places to see and things to do
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TREASURES OF THE NORTH
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The coastal regions of northwest Peru witnessed the growth of
the earliest civilizations in South America. Many of the ancient
sites are only just being explored, and there have been some
dramatic discoveries, most notably the temple and tombs of
Sipan,whose fabulous treasures...
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EL PARADOR DEL CONDOR LODGE COLCA
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EL PARADOR DEL CONDOR LODGE COLCA
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Situated in an isolated spot near Chivay in the Colca region,
with breathtaking views, this rustic lodge provides a haven of
peace and quiet in harmony with nature. Built with materials
natural to the valley - adobe, stone, straw and wood - the inn
welcomes you with comfort,...
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INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU HOTEL
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Places to stay
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INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU HOTEL
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An excellent hotel located in Aguas Calientes
village below the ruins of Machu Picchu. The
hotel has 85 rooms and suites housed in rustic
colonial-style cottages set in the 12 acres of
gardens. Rooms are furnished with regional
timber and styled with local handicrafts such
as...
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M/V AQUA
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Places to stay
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M/V AQUA
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The M/V Aqua, a river expedition vessel built in 2007 at Iquitos, the boat has a total of 12 suites. All suites are air-conditioned with large panoramic windows and have twin-beds that can be converted to a California king-sized bed. Each suite has a sitting area, toilet, shower,...
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MIRAFLORES PARK LIMA
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MIRAFLORES PARK LIMA
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Sophisticated five star hotel overlooking the Pacific Ocean in
the pleasant Miraflores district of the city, easily accessible from
the airport. The hotel offers a selection of 81 rooms including
Executive suites, Senior Executive suites, Master suites and a
Royal Suite, and...
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MONASTERIO HOTEL CUSCO
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Places to stay
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MONASTERIO HOTEL CUSCO
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The former colonial San Antonio Abad seminary, built more
than 400 years ago, has been sensitively converted into
today’s Hotel Monasterio, a.‘museum’ hotel where you can
experience a unique encounter with Cusco's Inca and
Spanish traditions.Centrally located in the old Inca...
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SANCTUARY LODGE MACHU PICCHU
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Places to stay
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SANCTUARY LODGE MACHU PICCHU
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The ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is one of the world’s
most important heritage sites. The Sanctuary Lodge is the only
accommodation next to the ruins themselves, with an unbeatable
location high above the Urubamba River at 8,200 feet, surrounded
by spectacular views....
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