Day 1, November 1, 2010 - Los Angeles - Lima -
Early morning flight from Los Ageles to Lima via Salvador on Taca Airlines. Arrival in Lima, the "City of Kings" famous for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums and cuisine.Lima is internationally recognized as the "Gastronomic Capital of the Americas", and its cuisine is considered among the most diverse and exquisite in the world on par with French cuisine. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel for check in.
Day 2, November 2, 2010 Tour of Modern and Colonial Lima - This half-day tour visits both the colonial and modern sections of Lima. Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, San Francisco Church and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In modern Lima, drive along the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro. (B)
Day 3, November 3, 2010 Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley
Early morning transfer to the airport for a short but spectacular flight over the snowcapped Andes to the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, Cusco, at an elevation of 11,440 feet. Immediate transfer to the Sacred Valley at 8,200 feet of altitude. Visit Awana Kancha and Pablo Seminario Studio on your way to the Sacred Valley. Upon arrival a host will meet and assist you with check-in. (B, L,D)
Visit to Awana Kancha This Living Museum of the Andes showcase the South American Camelidos such as llamas, vicuñas, guanacos and alpacas in their native environment. You will also enjoy a spinning and weaving demonstration of ancient techniques on how to make clothing from the wool fibers of these animals. You can also see native flowers and some agricultural terraces from the Inca times.
Ceramic Workshop with Pablo Seminario Pablo Seminario Ceramic Studio has been dedicated to the discovery of techniques and designs from ancient Peruvian cultures. Pablo presents a new art expression, providing continuity to these cultural inheritances. He concentrates on making large-format works of art, "great plates", as he calls them, at his personal workshop. The images that emerge here are the result of the patient work of following the tradition of pre-Colombian pottery, an ambitious task which got underway 20 years ago and which he continues to develop.
Day 4, November 4, 2010 - Pisac Market and Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex
Full Day Excursion to the Pisac Indian Market and the Ollantaytambo Fortress - Morning departure for a drive through the fertile countryside of the Urubamba Valley to the colonial village of Pisac where an Indian Market takes place daily. Other days you will tour the religious nucleus and archaeological site of Pisac. During your visit to the bustling marketplace you will have the opportunity to bargain with the natives for many different types of Peruvian handicrafts and jewelry.
Continue to the Ollantaytambo archeological complex, the Incas built it as a fort that included a temple, agricultural terraces, and an urban area. There are two distinct sectors: The religious and worship zone, and the residential area. Ollantaytambo was an important administrative center with probable military functions if one considers the walls and towers. There are also traces of ancient roads and aqueducts. The town of Ollantaytambo is called a "Living Inca Town" since the inhabitants maintain very old practices and customs. Lunch is at a beautiful country estate on the shores of the Urubamba River. (B,D)
Day 5, November 5, 2010 - Machu Picchu
Morning train ride through the sacred valley of Urubamba to the "Lost City of the Incas," Machu Picchu. Perched 8,200 feet above the valley, it was hidden by mountains and semi-tropical jungles for 400 years until discovered by Hiram Bingham of Yale University in 1911. Archaeologists believe that the Inca "Virgins of the Sun" took refuge from the Spanish Conquistadors here. Guided tour of the ruins upon arrival. Lunch is at the Orient Express’ Sanctuary Lodge located just a few steps from the Inca citadel. Return Train brings us to Cusco. (B,L,D)
Day 6, November 6, 2010 - Cusco City Tour and Nearby Ruins
Tour of Cusco and Nearby Ruins – Visitors are caught up in the excitement of touring the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, a delightful combination of Inca and colonial architecture. The tour visits important landmarks such us Cusco's Cathedral, Plaza de Armas and Koricancha “The Temple of the Sun”. This tour of the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western hemisphere also includes the nearby ruins of Kenko, Puca-Pucara, Tambomachay as well as the Sacsayhuaman fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture.(B, Dinner show at Tunupa Restaurant in Cusco)
Day 7, November 7, 2010 Cusco- Lima – Los Angeles
Breakfast at your hotel.Transfer to the airport for your departure to Lima airport connecting with your international flight home. (B)
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Nov.1 - 7, 2010
7-Day Peru FAM
Unbelievable
Rate
from $1,099 Including Air from Los Angeles
Package Features
This fabulous trip was designed with the west coast based travel agent in mind. Airfare from Los Angeles is included in this amazing offer! Join us on a fantastic journey to Peru's most important sites. Our small group will explore Machu Picchu, Cusco and Lima in 7 wonderful days!
 Round Trip Air Los Angeles LAX / to Lima on TACA
Round Trip Air Lima/Cuzco on TACA
2 nights accommodation Lima
2 nights accommodation Sacred Valley
2 nights accommodation Cusco,
Excursion to Machu Picchu including Lunch
City tour of Lima,
Meals as indicated in the itinerary, B for breakfast, L for lunch. D for dinner
Transfers and excursions
Government taxes
SPECIAL FAM RATES
Agent Rate: $1,099
Companion Rates:
From Los Angeles: $1,949
From Miami: $1,599
From New York JFK: $1,799
Single Supplement : $400
| Hotel in Lima |
Casa Andina Private Miraflores (ABB) |
| Hotel used in Cusco |
Terra Andina Hotel (ABB) |
| Hotel used in Sacred Valley |
Terra Andina Sacred Valley Hotel (ABB) |
Above hotels or similar ones are used in this program. Sunny Land reserves the right to alter the hotel and the room category if conditions make it necessary. Companions can depart from JFK or Miami.
Outbound Flight Schedule:
TA 529 NOV 1 LAX/SAL 0752 1347
TA 041 NOV 1 SAL/LIM 1508 2023
Return Flight Schedule:
TA 050 NOV 7 LIM/SAL 1455 1820
LR 670 NOV 7 SAL/LAX 1930 2245
Intra Peru Flight
TA 007 NOV 3 LIM/CUZ 0540 0705
TA 010 NOV 7 CUZ/LIM 1210 1330
Important Notes,
Requirements, Terms
All rates are per person in double occupancy, with air on Taca from Los Angeles. Lima/Cusco/Lima
Intra-Peru flights are included in the rate. A processing/shipping
charge of $35 per person applies. Non-Refundable full payment is
required for resevartion. Rates are subject to $170 airport tax and Sep.11 security fees, subject to change.
A valid US Passport with 7 months validity from the date of entry is
required to travel to Peru. Peru has departure taxes of about $25
per person which is paid while exiting Peru which must be paid locally.
Conditions: Payment due at time of booking. Fam Payments are non-refundable in case of cancellation. Travel Agents: Proof of Qualification: Travel Agent employees and affiliated Independent Contractors are welcome and require a valid IATAN ID Card or copy of valid IATA List signed by the Agency owner/manager. For all other terms and conditions which
are applicable, click here
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