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Mysteries of the Inca Empire with Peru's Amazon
15 day tour from Lima roundtrip
Tour Operator
Cosmos
Departures
Mar 7, 2027
–
Nov 26, 2028
Prices From
$4,310
On this Peru tour, delve into the past, learn about the local culture, and experience beautiful scenery as you spend time in Peru's Amazon, Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Lake Titicaca. Along the way, visit ancient ruins, experience the amazing Amazon, and enjoy guided sightseeing in Peru's fascinating cities. History comes alive on this tour through Peru. Imagine what life was like in the 15th century as you tour the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, where you'll see this famous Inca complex set in a majestic setting. More history awaits at Ollantaytambo, the archaeological site of the Incas’ resistance during the Spanish conquest, and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, a fortress with some of the best examples of Inca masonry. Guided sightseeing in Cusco features the Santo Domingo Monastery, where the Inca foundations remain under the Spanish baroque structures, and the Cathedral, housing a magnificent collection of artworks. On this Peru tour, you'll also learn about the local culture. On your motorboat tour of Lake Titicaca, you'll visit Taquile Island, where you'll see how the local people integrate their Inca and Spanish past, and the Uros Floating Islands, where you'll learn how the Uros people construct their islands, homes, and boats from totora reed, a centuries-old practice. In the Incan town of Ollantaytambo, visit with a local in their home for insight into their way of life. Spend time at the famous market in Pisaq and learn about the importance of camelids to Inca culture. But that's not all…you'll also spend time in the Amazon, where you'll enjoy canoe rides and walks in search of the thriving flora and fauna, including turtles, monkeys, and birdlife. Accompanied by knowledgeable naturalists, you'll appreciate the Amazon both during the day and at night. These are just some of the many highlights of this Peru tour. Designed for savvy, value-minded travel lovers, it's a vacation of a lifetime!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU
Welcome to Lima, where you will be met by a Cosmos representative. Please note: You will meet your Tour Director on day 5 in Lima.
Day 2
LIMA–PUERTO MALDONADO–TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
Fly to Puerto Maldonado, entry to Peru’s Amazon Jungle. Take a motorboat journey up the Tambopata River to view turtles, caimans, monkeys, and birdlife. Arrive at your Amazon Jungle lodge within Tambopata National Reserve. This afternoon, head out with your naturalist in search of saddleback tamarins, brown capuchins, agoutis, blue-morpho butterflies, trogons, toucans, and many other species commonly spotted here. As night falls, head out on foot to search for nocturnal wildlife. (B,L,D) Please note: The itinerary in the Amazon is subject to favorable weather conditions and water levels. When conditions are unfavorable, alternative accommodations and excursions will be provided.
Day 3
TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
Enjoy a Naturalist-guided canoe ride and walk to see the flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon. After lunch, head back out with your naturalist to learn about the endemic plants in this region and spot some more wildlife. This evening, venture back out by canoe with your naturalist to appreciate the sounds of the jungle at night. (B,L,D)
Day 4
TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE
For more insight into the Amazon, let your naturalist know what included adventure you would like to take advantage of today—it’s your choice! (B,L,D)
Day 5
TAMBOPATA ECO LODGE–PUERTO MALDONADO–LIMA
Return to Puerto Maldonado and fly to Lima. Heralded as the “City of Kings” by Spanish conquistadors, Lima retains vestiges of its opulent past with its colonial buildings and world-class museums. (B)
Day 6
LIMA
Sightseeing today focuses on Lima’s colonial heritage. Founded in 1535, Lima was once the capital of Spain’s South American Empire. Visit the baroque 16th-century San Francisco Monastery, with Spanish and Moorish architecture throughout. Continue to Plaza Mayor, where you will see the Government Palace that houses the presidential palace and was once the home of Francisco Pizarro, founder of Lima and conqueror of Peru. Nearby, see the cathedral where Pizarro’s remains are buried. The remainder of your day is free to explore. Tonight is free for independent exploration. (B)
Day 7
LIMA–CUSCO–SACRED VALLEY
Fly to Cusco high in the Andes, and upon arrival, descend into the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Continue to Pisaq, a charming village with a famous market, where you have plenty of time to browse the many colorful stalls selling handicrafts ranging from alpaca sweaters and blankets to painted vases and sterling silver. After enjoying an empanada, continue to your hotel in the peaceful Sacred Valley. (B)
Day 8
SACRED VALLEY
Start the day with a visit to the village of Ollantaytambo and the Inca ruins of the same name. Explore the archaeological site that was the scene of the Inca resistance during the Spanish conquest—the only place ever to resist Spanish attacks. See how the temple area at the top of the terraces provided the perfect defensive stronghold, then visit a local home in this Incan town to experience life in a traditional village, which has been remarkably well preserved. Next, visit the Seminario ceramics workshop to learn about both ancient and modern Peruvian art. End your day at a local chichería for a taste of a chicha, a typical Inca drink in Peru. (B)
Day 9
SACRED VALLEY–MACHU PICCHU
Board the Vistadome train that cuts a path through the picturesque Urubamba Valley bound for Aguas Calientes, the quaint town closest to the “Lost City of the Incas.” Ascend the mountainside through a tropical forest to the sacred refuge of Machu Picchu. Listen as your guide recounts the many accomplishments of the Incas as you tour the terraced ruins dating back to the 15th century. Abandoned when the Inca Empire fell to the Spanish, these remarkable ruins remained undiscovered for nearly 400 years. Many mysteries surrounding Machu Picchu remain to this day. (B,D)
Day 10
MACHU PICCHU–CUSCO
Enjoy some free time this morning to explore the mountain town of Aguas Calientes; perhaps visit the local market, quaint boutiques, or take a walk along nearby trails. Later this afternoon, board the Vistadome train to Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire. (B)
Day 11
CUSCO
Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Cusco that focuses on the city that was once the political, military, and cultural epicenter of the Incas until the Spanish toppled it. In fact, Inca foundations can still be found in Cusco, with the Spanish baroque structures built on top. Visit the Santo Domingo Monastery, where these two forms of architecture are melded together with the temple of both cultures atop one another. Also, see the Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas, housing a magnificent collection of artwork, including a depiction of The Last Supper that portrays the apostles dining on cuy (guinea pig). Continue to the hillside overlooking Cusco for a visit to the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Some of the best examples of Inca masonry can be found at this fortress, where stones weighing up to 350 tons are pieced together to form a complex that could house up to 10,000 men. Learn about the importance of camelids (llama, vicuña, alpaca, and guanaco) for Inca cultures. See them up close and learn how their coats are transformed into colorful weaving fibers that are then used in ancient weaving techniques still in use today. Then roll up your sleeves to participate in a tree-planting project supporting the local community. (B)
Day 12
CUSCO–PUNO
Today, drive south along the Route of the Sun, one of Peru’s most beautiful scenic drives. Stops along the way include visits to the stunning Sistine Chapel of America, the Temple of Wiracocha and more. Arrive in Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca where the legend says the first Inca, Manco Capac, arose from the waters of the lake by the power of the sun god to create the Inca Empire. (B,L)
Day 13
PUNO. EXCURSION TO LAKE TITICACA
Experience fascinating Lake Titicaca today as you embark on a motorboat tour of the highest navigable lake in the world and its man-made islands. On Taquile Island, see how the local people integrate their Inca and Spanish past. This is evident by the Spanish peasant dresses made of Andean textiles—the islanders make some of the finest in all of Peru. Continue to the Uros floating islands, a group of approximately 40 artificially made islands. Learn how the Uros people construct their islands, homes, boats, and many other resources completely of totora reed, a centuries-old practice. Enjoy dinner hosted by your Tour Director this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 14
PUNO–JULIACA–LIMA
Return to Juliaca, where you will be welcomed into a local home for an inside look at life here. Later, a short flight returns you to Lima, where you will be met by a Cosmos representative and transfer to your hotel. (B)
Day 15
LIMA
Your vacation ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
What's Included
Meals
14 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Hotels
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol Lima Airport
First-Class
Tambopata Eco Lodge
National Park
Jose Antonio Lima Hotel
First-Class
Sonesta Posadas del Inca - Sacred Valley - Yucay
First-Class
El Mapi by Inkaterra
First-Class
Jose Antonio Cusco
Moderate First-Class
Jose Antonio Puno
Superior Tourist-Class
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Mar 21, 2027
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May 30, 2027
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Aug 22, 2027
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Sep 05, 2027
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Oct 17, 2027
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Nov 14, 2027
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