Tehran is a modern metropolis set at the foot of the Alborz Mountain...
Read more >Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with British Airways and transfer to the boutique Atemporal for an overnight stay. (N)
Day 2: Fly to Cuzco • Sacred ValleyMorning tour of Lima’s colonial centre. Afternoon flight to Cuzco and continue to the Sacred Valley for a 2-night stay at the Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba, offering superb views of the valley. (B)
Day 3: Sacred ValleyVisit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure or take an optional tour to a local community, the Maras salt flats or the circular terraces at Moray. (B)
Day 4: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu (or upgrade to the Belmond Hiram Bingham train). Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Sumaq / Inkaterra Machu Picchu. (B, L, D)
Day 5: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return by rail to Cuzco and transfer to the Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, for 2 nights. Upgrade to the Belmond Hotel Monasterio from £135. (B)
Day 6: CuzcoHalf-day tour of Cuzco, including the cathedral and the impressive Inca temple of Koricancha. (B)
Day 7: Luxury train to Lake TiticacaBoard the luxurious Belmond Andean Explorer for a 2-night journey to Arequipa via Lake Titicaca. Relax over lunch as you pass high Andean peaks, mountain streams and cultivated terraces. Stop off at the pre-Incan site of Rachi and watch the sun set over La Raya mountain range. Enjoy a carefully designed three-course dinner with local ingredients and overnight in a bunk-bed cabin (upgrades available). (B, L, D)
Day 8: Lake Titicaca • Luxury train to ArequipaWatch the sun rise over Lake Titicaca before a full-day visit to the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile to discover traditional music and ancient weaving techniques. In the evening, the train continues on its journey. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Arequipa • Fly to LimaWake to spellbinding views of Lake Lagunillas. Visit ancient rock paintings, spot vicuñas and soak up spectacular views of volcanoes and altiplano scenery on the final leg to Arequipa. Brief panoramic tour of the ‘White City’ before flying to Lima for a final night at the Atemporal. (B, L)
Days 10-11: Fly to LondonFly to London with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basis:As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information Luxury tourFeaturing some of the most luxurious accommodation throughout the tour. Prices are based on the standard category, unless indicated otherwise.
Single supplementAvailable on request.
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The Novotel Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport Hotel is conveniently located close to the international airport. As one of the first western chain hotels introduced to the country, the facilities and amenities available to its guests are more comprehensive than other Tehran properties. All guest rooms feature white linens and soft pastel colours. The hotel is ideal for travellers who have an early flight the following day. Features: 296 rooms, 2 restaurants, lobby lounge, fitness centre, sauna, Wi-Fi. Room amenities: Television, safe, air-conditioning.
The Homa Hotel is located in a calm wooded area beside the expansive Azadi Park, north-west of the city. It is a 1970s-era hotel that has been refurbished to offer large, comfortable rooms and facilities of an international standard. With most of Shiraz's sights just a 1.5-km walk away, the Homa Hotel is a good base from which to explore the area. The property has attractive gardens with an outdoor restaurant in the warmer months. Credit cards are not accepted at the hotel. Features: 232 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, coffee shop, fitness room, indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi (the pool and fitness room and jacuzzi have different opening hours for men and women). Room amenities: Air conditioning, satellite television, minibar, telephone, Wi-Fi.
Situated in a historic house dating back to early 20th century and located in Yazd's historic centre, close to the main tourist attractions including Zoroastrians' Fire Temple and Amir Chakhmagh complex. The hotel's public areas are reminiscent of Persia's past with impressive original and restored features including a beautiful domed ceilings. The Dad hotel has a central courtyard around which the modern yet simple rooms are situated. Credit cards are not accepted at the hotel. Features: 61 rooms & suites, restaurant, roof restaurant, cafe, sauna, jacuzzi, spa. Room amenities: Air conditioning, satellite television, mini fridge, internet.
The Azadi Grand is one of the largest hotels in Iran and is the tallest hotel in Tehran, providing excellent views of the Alborz mountains and the city. The hotel has a modern design. Credit cards are not accepted at the hotel. Features: 482 rooms & suites, 3 restaurants, gym, spa, swimming pool (the pool, gym and spa have different opening hours for men and women) Room amenities: Air conditioning, television, bathrobe, hairdryer, high-speed internet access.
The Abbasi Hotel (formerly known as the Shah Abbas Hotel) is located in the heart of the city, approximately 5 minutes from Isfahan's historical sights. The hotel was built in the 1960s on the site of an 18th-century caravanserai. The large central courtyard is filled with flowers and fountains in the style of Safavid caravanserais while the public areas of the hotel have beautiful Persian decoration and paintings. Some of the rooms have a private balcony while others overlook the landscaped garden. Credit cards are not accepted at the hotel. Features: 225 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, coffee shop, traditional teahouse, indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness centre (the pool, sauna and fitness centre have different opening hours for men and women), handicraft gallery, shop. Room amenities: Air conditioning, television, tea & coffee facilities, fridge, minibar.
Extend your journey with a stay in beautiful Arequipa and stop at Colca, one of the deepest canyons in the world.
Disembark the train at Cañahuas and continue to the Colca Valley for an overnight stay at the Belmond Las Casitas. Afternoon at leisure. (B, L)
Early morning visit to the rim of the canyon to see majestic Andean condors in flight. Continue to Arequipa and stay for 2 nights at Katari Hotel (or upgrade to Cirqa). Tour the city’s fine colonial architecture. (B, L)
Fly to Lima for a final night and on to London with British Airways. (B, N)
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
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Low season from £3595 per person
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