Physical Rating - Moderate +Be prepared for some serious physical activity. This may be treks of up to 6 hours per day in steep terrain, or extended bike rides of more than one day. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.
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AccommodationHotels (12 nts), jungle lodge (2 nts), homestay (2 nts), camping (3 nts), overnight coach (1 nt)
Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multi share basis. Please note there may be times when you share a room with passengers travelling on different Intrepid trips than your own.
Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we are arriving prior to normal check in time. However this is not always possible which means we will not be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.
If you have purchased pre or post trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.
Due to energy supply and timing provisions being limited in some places, please be prepared for some cold showers.
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MealsWhile travelling with us you will experience the vast array of wonderful food available in the world. Generally, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat, not all meals are included in the trip price. This also gives you more budgeting flexibility. As a rule our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your group leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Please check the 'meal inclusions' section below for details of meals included.
Allow USD $280 for meals not included.
Meal Inclusions
19 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
Please note breakfasts are often simple (bread, butter, jam, coffee/tea and juice would be most common).
Meals on the Inca Trail are prepared by the trek cook.
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Single SupplementA single supplement fee is not available on this trip.
Single travellers may be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
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IncludedThis is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.
Orientation walk - Lima
Visit Huacachina oasis - enroute to Nazca
Nazca Lines - Nazca
Chauchilla cemetery and potter's studio - Nazca
Treks - Colca Canyon
La Calera hot springs - Colca Canyon
Andean Condor viewpoint - Colca Canyon
Homestay - Colca community
Boat trip, Uros and Taquile Island - Lake Titicaca
Homestay - Lake Titicaca
Orientation walk and coca tea tasting - Cuzco
4 day Inca Trail trek - Inca Trail
Machu Picchu - Inca Trail
Flight from Cuzco to Puerto Maldonado
2 night excursion - Amazon Jungle
Flight from Puerto Maldonado to Lima
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Not IncludedInternational Flights
Optional Activities
We list the following optional activities for your information. This is not an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only.
They are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by your tour operator/agent nor included in price of this trip. If you do any of them, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation is your own decision and does not form part of your contract with tour operator/agent.
City tour, Havana - US$15
Walking tour of Old Havana, Havana - US$8
Museum Entrances, Havana - US$1-4
Tropicana show, Havana - US$75-110
Other cabaret shows, Havana - US$5-35
Taxis about town (per ride per taxi), Havana - US$1-4
Morro-Cabana Fortress, Havana - US$6
Cigar Factory Tour, Havana - US$12
Baseball game attendance, Havana - US$3
Theatre, music, or ballet performance, Havana - US$5-25
Nightclub entry, Havana - US$0-25
Bicycle rental (per hour), Vinales - US$2
Horseback riding (per hour), Vinales - US$5
Trek to caves and through tobacco fields, Vinales - US$8
Rock climbing, If while on the Inca Trail you are happy with the services provided by your local guide and porters a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you along the trail. An appropriate amount for the 4 day trek would be between PEN65-100 (US$20-40) per person, which will be distributed by you (or one or your fellow travellers) amongst all porters, assistants and cook.
City tour, Lima - US$25
San Francisco Church and catacombs, Lima - US$2
Pachacamac tour (30 km from downtown), Lima - US$30 plus PEN7 entrance fee
Museo de la Nacion, Lima - PEN7
Museum of the Inquisition, Lima - Free
Gold Museum, Lima - PEN35
Archaeological Museum, Lima - PEN11 (guide fee PEN15)
Ballestas Island tour, Pisco - PEN35 (plus PEN1 pier tax)
Sand board rental, Huacachina - PEN5
Flight over the Nazca Lines, Nazca - from US$60 - $100 (plus PEN21 airport tax)
Convento Santa Catalina, Arequipa - PEN30
Juanita Museum, Arequipa - PEN15
Sillustani archaeological site, Puno - US$10
Boleto Turistico (tourist ticket), Cuzco - PEN130
City tour, Cuzco - US$10
Horse riding around ruins, Cuzco - From US$35
White water rafting, Cuzco - US$25
Mountain biking, Cuzco - US$35
Museo Inka, Cuzco - PEN10
Coricancha, Cuzco - PEN7
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TransportPlane, overnight coach, train, minivan, boat, canoe, local bus, walking
Our overnight buses have reclinable seats (usually more comfortable than plane economy seats!). You may be offered a simple dinner on board or stop at a service station to buy snacks and drinks. Before boarding an overnight bus, it's always a good idea to have music, a book, water and some snacks ready.
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What to TakeWe recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential.
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Health & SafetyFor vaccinations please visit the
MDtravelhealth website.
Sun:
It is very important that you wear sun block, even on a cloudy day when it feels cool as we are near the equator and the sun is very strong. A sunburn can turn a pleasant trip into a painful trip.
Hydration
Even when days are cool please be sure to drink a minimum of two litres of water and refrain from drinking to many diuretics, as while when travelling outdoors the breeze can dehydrate you quickly as well as the heat.
Diarrhoea:
It is normal for people travelling overseas to get an upset stomach due to a change of climate and food. Please make sure that you wash your hands and stay away from street food.You will be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip.
Participation Form
You may be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip
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Important InfoInca Trail permits are sold on request basis only. Once deposit is paid and passport details provided, we will endeavour to secure a permit for you.
In order to obtain an Inca Trail permits, it is vital that you provide the correct and most up to date passport information at the time of booking (date of birth, passport number, expiry date and name spelling exactly as it appears in the passport that you will travel with). Any inconsistency between the information provided and the passport you travel with may result in you not being granted access to the Inca Trail.
Amongst other restrictions, Inca Trail permits are dated. Should you request a change to your original trip or travel day, a new permit will need to be purchased (subject to availability) at an extra cost.
In the event that Inca Trail permits can't be secured, you will be offered the following options:
-Change to another trip or departure
-Hike Lares Trek (Machu Picchu included) or
-Stay in Cuzco for 2 nights, travel to Aguas Calientes by train for a 3rd night and visit Machu Picchu before returning to Cuzco.
The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February you will be automatically booked to hike the Lares Trek.
Should you choose not to hike at all, please let us know in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Please note if you choose this option you will be unaccompanied by your group leader. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply
Disclaimer | The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and tour operator/agent. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. This tour is run by Intrepid Travel.
Visas Please note that visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader.
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