The Colca Canyon is an area of outstanding scenic beauty with huge patchworks of pre-Inc...
Read more >Choose a month to travel and discover the best places to visit at that time of year...
Compass is an online travel magazine, designed to inspire and inform...
Discover some of the unique benefits of choosing to travel with Cox & Kings...
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu is perhaps the most breathtaking archaeological site in the world. Yet Peru also offers a wealth of other magnificent ancient, colonial and scenic sights. Staying in good hotels with great character and with some free time to relax, this tour reveals Peru’s many wonders, including Cuzco and Arequipa, the Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca and, of course, Machu Picchu.
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival (see p169) and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMI2021
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £3395 per person
High season from £3495 per person
Child
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Belmond Miraflores Park*. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at the Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba*. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel*. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Belmond Hotel Monasterio* for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Luxury tour departures feature upgraded accommodation and a special six-course tasting ‘Flavours of the Andes’ dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TML2021
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival (see p169) and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMP2021
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival (see p169) and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMI2022
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £3595 per person
High season from £3695 per person
Child
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Belmond Miraflores Park*. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at the Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba*. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel*. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Belmond Hotel Monasterio* for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information * Tour standards:Luxury tour departures feature upgraded accommodation and a special six-course tasting ‘Flavours of the Andes’ dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TML2022
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information * Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMP2022
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival (see p169) and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMI2023
Guideline Prices
Adult
Low season from £3775 per person
High season from £3885 per person
Child
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Belmond Miraflores Park*. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at the Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba*. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel*. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Belmond Hotel Monasterio* for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Luxury tour departures feature upgraded accommodation and a special six-course tasting ‘Flavours of the Andes’ dinner at Sumaq Machu Picchu.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TML2023
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lima with BA and stay for 2 nights at the Casa Andina Premium Miraflores. Take a morning city tour, including Casa Aliaga, the oldest colonial mansion in Lima, and the architectural masterpiece of San Francisco monastery. (N) (B)
Day 3: Fly to ArequipaFly over the Andes to Arequipa, a city of white buildings and colonnaded plazas, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of ice-capped volcanoes. Stay at the Costa del Sol Wyndham for 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: ArequipaFull-day city tour, including the beautiful Santa Catalina convent, which dates from the 16th century, and the Juanita Mummy Museum. (B, L)
Day 5: Colca CanyonDrive into the Andes towards Colca Canyon (approx 4 hours, partly on unpaved roads, with stops en route). The scenery is breathtaking, with the terraces of the Colca Valley and herds of llamas scattered around. Overnight at Belmond Las Casitas. (B, L)
Days 6-7: Lake TiticacaEarly morning excursion to Condor’s Cross, to see magnificent condors flying over the canyon. Visit the town of Maca, famed for its pre-Columbian textiles, and continue by road to Puno and Lake Titicaca (approx 6 hours). Stay 2 nights at the GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca on the shore of the lake and take a full-day tour of the floating Uros reed islands and Taquile Island. (B, L)
Day 8: Luxury train to CuzcoTake the stylish Belmond Andean Explorer train to Cuzco. Relax over lunch or with a pisco sour in the observation car as you pass through gentle rolling Andean plains where vicuñas and alpacas may be seen. Dinner and overnight on board (bunk bed cabin). Upgrade to a twinbedded cabin from £115 per person. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Chinchero • Sacred ValleyDisembark the train and travel by road to the indigenous village of Chinchero to see its Inca terraces and a traditional weaving demonstration. Continue to the Sacred Valley and stay 2 nights at Casa Andina Premium Sacred Valley. (B, L)
Day 10: Sacred ValleyHalf-day visit to the Inca fortress at Ollantaytambo, an astounding feat of construction and ingenuity. Afternoon at leisure. (B)
Day 11: Machu PicchuDrive to Ollanta and take the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu. Tour the spectacular ruins and stay overnight at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Hotel. (B, L, D*)
Day 12: CuzcoMorning at leisure or further explore Machu Picchu (purchase ticket at time of booking). Return to Cuzco by rail and transfer to the Casa Andina Premium Cuzco for 3 nights. (B)
Days 13-14: CuzcoHalf-day tour of the Inca capital including the San Blas district, the cathedral and the extraordinary Temple of the Sun at Koricancha. Day 14 is at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Awanacancha llama farm or the ruins of Sacsayhuaman. (B)
Days 15-16: Fly to London via LimaFly to London via Lima with British Airways, arriving the next day. (B) (N)
Meal basisAs per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Important information † Inti Raymi festivalThe 16 June 2021 departure coincides with the Inti Raymi festival (see p169) and has a modified itinerary. It includes a stay at the Sonesta Hotel in Cuzco and a full day of ceremonial celebrations in honour of the Sun god.
* Tour standards:Superior tour departures are based in 4- and 5-star accommodation.
ItineraryThe order of the itinerary allows gradual adjustment to the altitude, while taking in the major sights of Peru. There are some early morning starts and long drives. Departures between November and April will fly to Peru via Madrid.
Optional upgradesOn day 11, upgrade to Belmond Sanctuary Lodge from £295, subject to availability. On day 12, the supplement to stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio is from £165 per person.
Private & tailor-made travel:This itinerary can be taken privately on a date that suits you, for which guideline prices are shown. Alternatively, it can be tailored to your exact requirements. Please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online
Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel is a modern, comfortable hotel in Aguas Calientes. It is conveniently located opposite the bus stop from which the buses to the ruins depart. The rooms are tastefully furnished and decorated in a contemporary style, while maintaining a Peruvian theme. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and bar, as well as a boutique selling traditional local artefacts.
The Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba combines contemporary and colonial design with luxurious decor and locally sourced materials. Rooms and public areas all enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley, while the extensive grounds include a vegetable garden, providing ingredients for the gourmet cuisine served in the elegant dining room. Features: 36 rooms & suites, dining room with terrace, bar, spa. Room amenities: Television, iPad, safe, minibar, Wi-Fi.
The GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca (formerly Libertador Lake Titicaca) is situated on the peninsula of Isla Esteves, a short drive from the town of Puno. The spectacular panoramic views over Lake Titicaca means it is well positioned to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. This modern hotel offers spacious lake-view rooms and public areas, and is an excellent base for lake excursions. Features: 123 rooms & suites, restaurant, bar, sauna, jacuzzi, gym. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes, Wi-Fi.
The Costa del Sol Wyndham Arequipa hotel (formerly Libertador) overlooks Selva Alegre, the city's largest park, and has an imposing view of the Misti volcano. Its location is very quiet, yet the historic centre is a short drive or a 20-minute walk away. Built in 1940 in a colonial style, the hotel has a modern infrastructure and excellent facilities including a spa, gym and swimming pool. The restaurant serves typical Arequipena and international food, and guests can relax at the bar on the terrace by the pool and gardens.
Perched on the mountainside next to the Inca citadel, the Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel by the entrance to the ancient ruins. Guestrooms are decorated with local furniture and some have terraces leading onto orchid gardens with views of the surrounding mountains and tropical forest. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and magical evenings in this atmospheric location.
First-class service, luxurious and spacious guestrooms and a stunning location sets the Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel, Lima apart from other properties in Lima. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is just a short walk from the lively clifftop restaurants, bars and shops of Miraflores. The gourmet Tragaluz restaurant features Asian, Mediterranean and Peruvian flavours.
Belmond Las Casitas has a spectacular setting in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The individual bungalows are decorated in the local style and offer luxurious accommodation in beautiful natural surroundings, each with a private terrace and heated plunge pool, fireplace and bathtub under a glass ceiling. Sample delicious Peruvian specialties prepared with ingredients fresh from the organic vegetable garden, visit the trout ponds and stroll around the grounds where llamas roam free. Try an outdoor activity or relax with an Andean treatment at the spa. Features: 20 bungalows, dining room, spa, swimming pool. Room Amenities: Underfloor heating, minibar, hairdryer, iPod dock, Wi-Fi.
The Belmond Monasterio, once a 16th-century Jesuit monastery, is now one of the world's most atmospheric hotels. Located in the heart of Cuzco, this property is set around a picturesque central courtyard. Each individually designed guestroom is decorated using the finest Spanish and Inca designs and materials. The gourmet Peruvian restaurant and bar feature colonial-period Cuzco art and antiques. Features: 125 rooms & suites, 2 restaurants, bar, spa service, Wi-Fi. Room Amenities: Television, iPod dock, safe.
TMP2023
Flexible Prices & Itineraries
For a quote based on alternative accommodation standards or flight options, or to tailor this
itinerary, please call 020 7873 5000
or
send an email enquiry
Guaranteed Departures This departure is guaranteed to run.
Terms & Conditions: Guaranteed departures will run except in the circumstances where travel to the destination is advised against by the FCDO or entry restrictions relating to Covid preclude travel.
Additional InformationPlease call 020 7873 5000 for more information or to make a booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on one person in a twin-room. The prices which were valid at the time of publication, may be subject to change, particularly as a result of variable flight costs. You will be informed of any such changes prior to booking.
*Itinerary: Note that for the 06 Feb 2014* departure date only the itinerary is different to the regular 2014 tour, with a visit to the countryside in Mai Chai and an extra night in Hanoi, and one less night in Hoi An.
Discounts cannot be combined with any other current or subsequent Cox & Kings offer. Discounts apply to new bookings only and cannot be applied retrospectively. Offers are subject to availability.
S: Prices marked with an (S) symbol are designated as ‘Super Offers’. These select tour departures have been highlighted to help you recognise the best value offers currently available on our website.
|
|
The Colca Canyon is an area of outstanding scenic beauty with huge patchworks of pre-Inc...
Read more >
Perhaps the most strikingly beautiful city in Peru, Arequipa has leafy squares, fine...
Read more >
Puno lies on the western shore of Lake Titicaca and is used as a base to visit the the...
Read more >
Lima lies on the Pacific coast and offers some of Peru's finest museums and monuments, a...
Read more >
The Sacred Valley of the Incas is the perfect place to explore, relax and unwind either...
Read more >
One of the new Seven Wonders of the World, the spectacular Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is situated at an altitude of 2,380 metres on...
Read more >
Located at an altitude of 3,310 metres, Cuzco is one of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in South America.
Read more >
Located at an altitude of 3,310 metres, Cuzco is one of the most beautiful and enchanting cities in South America.
Read more >
One of the new Seven Wonders of the World, the spectacular Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is situated at an altitude of 2,380 metres on...
Read more >
© Cox & Kings 2021