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Peru Tours and Cruises
Peru is an amazing country with a vast variety of attractions, such as archaeological treasures, the Andes mountain range and the natural wonders of the Amazon rainforest. It’s rich and diverse heritage includes the lost city of Machu Picchu, a new Wonder of the World, the fascinating ancient Inca capital of Cuzco with its cobblestone streets and friendly people, Lima, Peru’s capital with its expansive museums and some of the most outstanding gastronomy in the country. Peru boasts spectacular scenery, including Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, Sacred Valley with its picturesque communities, impressive terraces and important archaeological sighs, colonial-era jewel Arequipa within reach of smouldering volcanoes and deep canyons and mysterious Nazcsa Lines. Bales offer a wide range of both tailor-made and small group Peru tours which can also be combined with other countries in Latin America to give you an ultimate experience of this incredible continent.
"My Favourite destination and never fails to surprise me with amazing people and great scenery, plus a fascinating History. I would recommend the Peru and Andes tour as the best way to see everything."
Hannah Coughlan
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Things to do and see
A SHORTER WALK TO MACHU PICCHU
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 walk for about half an hour to reach the beautiful Inca site of Winay Wayna. There is then a steep ascent to Inti Punku, the Inca ‘Gate of the Sun’,where you will hopefully catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu, and from here it is all downhill to the ruins,where you should arrive at approximately 3.00 p.m. A lunch box will be provided and you will be accompanied by a private guide.....
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AREQUIPA
Set before a range of volcanic peaks, Arequipa is Peru's beautiful 'White City', an elegant colonial showpiece featuring the extraordinary Santa Catalina Convent.....
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CASA ANDINA PRIVATE COLLECTION HOTELS
Casa Andina Private Collection hotels are spectacular properties in spectacular Peruvian locations, created with an eye to conveying what’s quintessential about the region. In all Private Collection hotels, guests are treated to the finest of local, creative gastronomy at gourmet restaurants, stunning views, and privileged surroundings, including architecture that combines the best of traditional and modern Peru. You’ll find Casa Andina Private Collection hotels in: an iconic modern building in Lima; a 18th-century colonial manor house in Cusco; the midst of the Incas’ fertile, scenic Sacred Valley; an emblematic, 18th-century mansion and former mint in Arequipa; perched on the banks of Lake Titicaca; and secluded on the only private island on the world’s highest navigable lake.....
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COLCA CANYON
Close to the city of Arequipa lie the precipitous walls and Inca terraces of the Colca Canyon, twice as deep as the US Grand Canyon and an area of quite outstanding natural and cultural interest.....
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HIRAM BINGHAM TRAIN SERVICE TO MACHU PICCHU
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 Picchu shortly around midday and after a guided tour of the ruins you will be served afternoon tea at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge. Return to Cusco on the evening train next day, enjoying pre-dinner cocktails and a 4 course a la carte dinner with wine. Operates daily except Sunday.....
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INCA TRAIL - THE ROUTE
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 camp near the village of Huayllabamba. Day 2 begins with a steep ascent through tropical cloud forest to the Llullchayoc Valley, continuing to the Warmihuanusca Pass (4,050m), before dropping steeply down again into the Pacaymayo Valley,where the second camp is set up. An easier start to day 3 sees you walking to the isolated Runcuracay circular ruins. Then a complete change of scenery as you enter the Amazon Basin. A short descent leads you to the Sayacmarca ruins (3,600m). From here the stone trail enters the rainforest heading for the Phuyupatamarca ruins, the route’s highest Inca construction. It’s downhill from here, via the famous Inca steps that bring you to the ruins at Winay Wayna,....
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INCA TRAIL – THE LOGISTICS
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 way.We will arrange for you to join the guaranteed group departure that departs from Ollantaytambo on Monday and which is operated by our local agents. From Ollantaytambo a short drive takes you to Chilca,where the walk begins. Most of the equipment is provided by our agents, but you would be advised to bring your own, good quality 3/4 season sleeping bag. A full list of useful items and a detailed clothing list will be sent to you in advance.....
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INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU HOTEL
The Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel is a paradise where one connects completely with the sacred energy of the mountain. In Inkaterra’s vacation paradise and luxury boutique hotel, a pueblo of luxurious whitewashed bungalow nestles into terraced hills. Spa services use sublime natural essences, and a first-class restaurant boasts stunning views of the rushing Vilcanota River.....
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INKATERRA RESERVA AMAZONICA
Climb the banks of the meandering Madre de Dios river, and enter another world. Wake to a symphony of tropical birdsong; end your days by lantern light, falling asleep to the gentle night noise of the Amazon rainforest. Exotic, yet accessible, Reserva Amazonica Lodge is situated in a private reserve, surrounded by a vast jungle canopy.....
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LA CASONA CUSCO
Inkaterra presents Cusco’s first luxury boutique hotel, reflecting a privileged mélange of culture and tradition.A colonial manor house —perhaps the first Spanish construction in Cusco built over Inca complex -and later occupied by the conquistadores of Peru, and their descendants. Eleven suites surround a sumptuous courtyard, where the patina of time is tastefully preserved. Contemporary amenities create the ambience of comfort and exclusivity enjoyed by residents in centuries past.....
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LAKE TITICACA
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 for centuries, its expansive waters holding deep religious significance. The Inca’s believed that this was where their founding gods, the Children of the Sun, emerged on earth.....
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LAS CASITAS DEL COLCA
Las Casitas del Colca is Peru's hidden gem, a collection of luxurious cottage villas with a fabulous spa, set in the peace and serenity of the remote Colca Canyon. Nestled high in the Andes, this Orient-Express secluded retreat offers a rare opportunity to experience the traditional beauty of Peru.....
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Aranwa Hotel and Spa
The Aranwa Hotel & Spa (formerly the Acqua Hotel & Spa) is located near Huayllabamba in the Sacred Valley of the Incas outside Cusco. The hotel has 115 rooms and suites spread out in extensive grounds (golf carts are available for moving within the grounds). All of the rooms are equipped with satellite television, mini-bar and WI-FI access, and 24 hour room service is available. Besides the Aranwa Spa, which offers an extensive range of treatments, the hotel has a salon, boutique gallery and its own chapel on an island in the lake within the grounds. There are 2 restaurants, as well as a lounge bar and wine cellar. ....
Casa Andina Colca
The Casa Andina Colca is situated 5 minutes' walk from the main square in the town of Chivay - the starting point for visits to the Colca Canyon. The 51 rooms are set out in single cottages in the grounds with heater, telephone and safety deposit box. The hotel has a restaurant and bar and an additional feature of the hotel is its planetarium and observatory.....
Casa Andina Hotel
The Casa Andina Hotel in Cusco is centrally located, just a block away from the main square. Please note that, although the hotel serves breakfast, it does not serve any other meals. However because of the hotels central location, we do not consider this to be a disadvantage as there are several very good restaurants within a short walk of the of the hotel.(no web address available) The rooms here are small.In the Amazon you will stay at the Posada Amazonas Lodge and the Tambopata Research Centre. Both offer basic accommodation, but enable guests to have the opportunity to experience the Amazon in these remote areas. ....
Casa Andina Private Collection Arequipa
The Casa Andina Private Collection Arequipa is the former Mint House of the city. It is located a short walk from the main square, and close to the Santa Catalina Convent. It has 41 rooms and suites. The hotel has two colonial courtyards, a gourmet restaurant and a small museum illustrating how coins were minted in the past.....
Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco
The Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco has been built in a colonial house dating from the 16th century and is located a few blocks from the main square. It has 100 rooms and suites, all with private facilities, cable television and digital safety deposit box. Additional facilities include a restaurant and bar, laundry service and a foreign currency exchange facility (US dollars and Nuevos Soles only).....
Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores
The Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores opened in early 2008. The hotel, situated two blocks from Miraflores Central Park, has 148 comfortably furnished air-conditioned rooms. All rooms have flat-screen TV and safety deposit box. Other facilities at the hotel include 2 restaurants, a bar, a spa, gym and heated swimming pool.....
Casa Andina Private Collection Puno
Overlooking Lake Titicaca, the Casa Andina Private Collection, Puno which opened in 2006, has 32 rooms all with private facilities. The hotel has a bar and gourmet restaurant. ....
Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley
The Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred Valley has 85 rooms all with views of the mountains (weather permitting). All rooms are decorated with Andean features of the Urubamba Valley. The hotel has the only gourmet restaurant in the valley, specialising in Andean Nouveau cuisine. A number of activities, for instance, horse riding, mountain biking, rafting etc can be arranged through the hotel.....
Ceiba Tops Lodge
Explore the exotic jungle of the Amazon then step into air-conditioned comfort in your private room. The Ceiba Tops Lodge, near Iquitos, is built around elaborate gardens incorporating a swimming pool, water slide, hammock house and the Esmerelda lounge. Ceiba Tops, has 72 air conditioned rooms and cottages with private bathrooms with hot water.....
Colpa Lodge
Colpa Lodge, surrounded by forest, is located in an open promontory at the confluence of three rivers. The lodge has 6 private double, twin or triple rooms (one room type). Rooms can hold up to 3 people maximum. The outdoor Jacuzzi in this lodge has prominent views of lush green mountains and a small far-away local town. The lodge is fully equipped and serviced, and there is an ample suply of hot water for showers, but no bathtubs. Room heating ensures the temperature remains a confortable 68°F (23°C).....
Country Club Lima Hotel
The Country Club Lima was built in 1927 and completely refurbished in 1998, and is now considered a national monument. The 83 guest rooms and suites and public areas feature original artwork from the famed Museo de Osma. The rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished with marble bathrooms with separate shower and jacuzzi bath.....
Staff Favourites
Cusco
Cusco is without doubt one of the most appealing cities in Latin America and the fertile landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas lie sprinkled with small villages and ancient ruins, all nestling within the confines of towering, snow covered mountain peaks. As beautiful as it is mystical, it is also a fantastic place for the active adventurer, with trekking tours, mountain biking and river rafting trips all possible activities to enjoy.
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