The Inca Discovery 8 Days - USA/Canada Departure


Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes

ValueHotSemi-Guided

price starts at:
U$15,299.00+ U$16,999.00

  • Tour Code: USID08
  • Days: 8 Day(s)
  • Departing From: Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale/Miami Tampa New Orleans Fort Lauderdale Orlando San Jose Sacramento Milwaukee Oklahoma City Memphis Charlotte Austin Atlanta Portland Oregon San Antonio San Diego Miami Philadelphia Phoenix Dallas Denver Detroit Washington, D.C. Houston Seattle Chicago Boston Land Only Montreal Toronto San Francisco Las Vegas Los Angeles Vancouver New York (all airports)
  • Highlights:

    ☆ Visit the awe-inspiring archaeological complex of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its temples, squares, terraces, and natural surroundings.

    ☆ Experience the tour with knowledgeable guides who will enhance your journey with insightful commentary and interesting facts about the destinations.

    ☆ Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Inca civilization, interacting with local communities and gaining a deeper understanding of their way of life.

    ☆ Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Peruvian landscapes, from the bustling cities to the majestic mountains, and capture memorable moments throughout your journey.

    ☆ Enhance Experience by taking Extension to Lake Titicaca, Amazon Reserve & Colca Canyon.



  • Service Language: English
  • Better to Book Before: 90 Day(s)
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OVERVIEW

ALL PRICES ARE IN USD

PAYMENT POLICY:

Full Payment is Required at the Time of Booking

Optional program and Upgrades:

Since the seats are limited, we recommend you to choose optional and extension programs at the time of booking

Group Size:

☆ 10 - 40 Each Departure Date

https://www.utovacation.com/
Telephone:1 855.526.1286

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Lima - Embrace the Vibrant Capital

Welcome to Lima, the bustling capital of Peru! Upon arrival at Lima International Airport, you’ll have the option to join our convenient land transfer to the hotel or make your own way there. Take some time to settle in and relax, enjoying the comforts of your accommodation. If you arrive early, feel free to explore the city at your own pace.


*Note: Depending on your departure city, you may need to depart one day earlier than the itinerary departure date. Your flight schedule will be provided once your ticket is issued.


Optional Program: 

Land Transfer Package: U$198/person (Early Bird Price U$158/person)

Includes 6 land transfers between airport and hotel: 

☆ Lima airport to hotel transfer on Day 1

☆ Lima hotel to airport transfer on Day 2

☆ Cusco airport to hotel transfer on Day 2

☆ Cusco hotel to airport transfer on Day 7

☆ Lima airport to hotel transfer on Day 7

☆ Lima hotel to airport transfer on Day 8


La Huaca Pucllana Dinner with round trip transfers from hotel: U$99/person (Early Bird Price U$89/person)

Includes: Appetizer - Entry - Main Dish - Dessert - Appetizer drink (Pisco sour or glass of wine)

Day 2: Lima to Cusco - A Gateway to Ancient Treasures

Today you will catch a flight from Lima to Cusco, the historic city nestled in the heart of the Andes. Upon arrival, make your way to the hotel and take some time to acclimate to the altitude. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and adjust to the enchanting atmosphere of Cusco.


Optional Program:


City Tour in Cusco + Surrounding Ruins (including entrance fees): $159/person (Early Bird Special: $99/person)

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Cusco, also known as the Imperial City and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its charming streets that seem frozen in time, each corner revealing a captivating story. Visit the Koricancha Temple, a remarkable Inca palace and a center of worship dedicated to the Sun God. Marvel at the awe-inspiring Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an extraordinary display of Inca military architecture. Discover other significant Inca cultural sites, including the archaeological site of Q’enko. Finally, wander through the Plaza de Armas, the main square, and visit the impressive Cathedral, a symbol of religious importance in the city. Transfer back to the hotel after the tour.

Day 3: Cusco - Uncover the Secrets of the City

Seize the day to explore the wonders of Cusco at your leisure. You have the freedom to discover the city’s hidden gems, indulge in local cuisine, or immerse yourself in the vibrant culture that surrounds you. Take this opportunity to delve deeper into the magic of Cusco and create your own unforgettable experiences.


Optional Program:


Full-Day Rainbow Mountain with Lunch Included: $139/person (Early Bird Special: $99/person)

Embark on an extraordinary journey to the mesmerizing Rainbow Mountain (5,020 MASL / 16466 ft.). Depart from Cusco and venture into the Valle Sur region (3 hours of driving), where you’ll be captivated by stunning landscapes and encounter Andean camelids such as llamas and alpacas. As you ascend, the majestic Apu Ausangate, the highest mountain in the region, will reveal its splendor, immersing you in a mystical ambiance. Interact with local community members and learn about their daily lives. Upon reaching the highlight of the experience, Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain, relish in its breathtaking beauty and capture memorable photographs. Afterward, commence your return journey, stopping for a delightful lunch in a local restaurant in Cusipata. Finally, return to Cusco, carrying the energy and enchantment of the day with you.

Day 4: Cusco to Aguas Calientes - An Encounter with Ancient Majesty

Embarking on an unforgettable adventure to the renowned archaeological complex of Machu Picchu. Head to the train station at the designated time and board the train bound for the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes. From there, ascend by bus to the magnificent Archaeological Center and embark on a guided tour that unravels the secrets of this sacred city. Marvel at the temples, squares, terraces, houses, and barns that tell tales of ancient civilizations. The surrounding biodiversity only enhances the splendor of Machu Picchu, nestled amidst breathtaking scenery. The citadel is part of a National Reserve, spanning 32,500 hectares and encompassing a constellation of archaeological monuments that were intricately connected to Machu Picchu. After the guided tour, return to Aguas Calientes for a well-deserved rest.


Optional Upgrade:

Upgrade to 360° train roundtrip: U$199/person (Early Bird Price U$159/person) 

They have large panoramic windows, set with Latin American music, on-board service, with a selection of hot and cold beverages, as well as selling handcrafted products on board.

Day 5: Aguas Calientes to Cusco - A Farewell to Machu Picchu

You have the entire day to savor the enchanting town of Aguas Calientes at your own pace. As a gateway to Machu Picchu, it offers a remarkable natural landscape to explore. Later, board the train back to Cusco, where our staff will be ready to transfer you to your hotel. Relish in the memories of Machu Picchu as you journey back to the captivating city of Cusco.


Optional Program:

Second Visit to Machu Picchu (including entrance fees): $199/person (Early Bird Special: $159/person)

For those eager to further immerse themselves in the wonders of Machu Picchu, take advantage of the opportunity for a second visit to the archaeological center. Ascend to Inti Punku, also known as the Gateway to the citadel from the Inca Trail, or explore Machu Picchu Mountain or Huayna Picchu (subject to availability of spaces - 400 places per day). This program does not include guided service, allowing you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Please note that tickets for Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu are limited, so reserving in advance is recommended to ensure availability and avoid congestion.

Day 6: Cusco - A Final Taste of Cultural Splendor

Seize the opportunity to further explore the wonders of Cusco on your own. This day is dedicated to indulging in the city’s charms, whether it’s discovering hidden treasures, wandering through vibrant markets, or simply immersing yourself in the captivating atmosphere. Make the most of your last day in Cusco, creating lasting memories and bidding farewell to this remarkable city.


Optional Program:

Maras & Moray Tour in Cusco (including entrance fees): $139/person (Early Bird Special: $99/person)

Embark on a guided tour that takes you to the town of Moray, a unique archaeological site renowned for its gigantic natural depressions. These depressions served as agricultural experiment stations, showcasing advanced agricultural techniques of the time. Continue to the town of Maras, famous for its salt mines that have been utilized for trade and food since Inca times. Witness the impressive sight of approximately 3,000 ponds that are filled with saltwater, which evaporates over time, leaving behind solidified salt crystals. Maras salineras is one of only four places in the world where you can find pink salt.

Day 7: Cusco to Lima - Farewell to the Andean Marvels

Make your way to Cusco’s airport for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, take your own transfer to the hotel and enjoy a relaxing day in the vibrant capital. Take this opportunity to revisit any favorite spots or explore new corners of the city that you may have missed.


Optional Program:

City Tour in Lima: Modern & Colonial (including entrance fees): $99/person (Early Bird Special: $69/person)

Embark on a fascinating city tour that blends the rich history and modernity of Lima. Begin with a visit to a pre-Inca huaca, a sacred site, before heading to the center of Lima. Pass through diverse neighborhoods, including San Isidro, Lince, and Cercado, while marveling at the Palace of Justice, Museum of Lima, Museum of Italian Art, French Palace, and Plaza San Martin. The pedestrian tour commences at the Plaza de Armas, where iconic landmarks like the Cathedral of Lima, Municipal Palace, Government Palace, and Archbishop’s Palace await your admiration. Enter one of the most significant colonial-style religious buildings and delve into its architectural grandeur. Conclude the tour by returning to the modern district of Miraflores, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Parque del Amor, the Pacific Ocean, and Larcomar.

Day 8: Lima Departure - Fond Farewells

At the indicated time, take your own transfer to the airport for your flight back home, cherishing the memories of an extraordinary journey through Peru’s captivating landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

Note: *Depending on the air availability, flight back to USA/Canada may depart (00:00 am-03: 00 am) on the next day.


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Included:

1. Round-trip international flight from Fort Lauderdale/Miami (the flight could be departure from either Fort Lauderdale or Miami) to Lima for NO additional charge

*Important to know: We have the privilege to choose your departure city between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. This decision will be made based on the flight schedule and your departure date.*

The following departure cities are available for an additional charge:

Additional U$100/person
Palm Beach
Additional U$300/person
Orlando / Washington DC / Tampa / Miami ( IF Specified) / Fort Lauderdale ( IF Specified)
Additional U$400/person
Boston / New York (all airports) / Atlanta
Additional U$500/person
Chicago / Denver / Philadelphia / Phoenix
Additional U$600/person
Houston / San Diego / Dallas / Austin / Charlotte / Detroit
Additional U$700/person
Los Angeles / San Francisco / Seattle / Las Vegas / Memphis / Milwaukee / San Jose / Oklahoma City / Portland Oregon / Sacramento San Antonio / New Orleans
Additional U$800/person
Toronto / Montreal
Additional U$900/person
Vancouver

Land only package without round-trip international flight ticket: minus U$200/person

2. 7 nights Economy category hotel accommodations with daily Breakfast

3. Intra flights between Lima and Cusco

4. All scheduled tours in air conditioning vehicles as per itinerary

5. Sightseeing admission fees as listed on the itinerary

6. Visit to the Machu Picchu

7. Expedition Train Ticket

8. Special cultural programs as listed in different cities as specified in the schedule

9. Professional English speaking local tour guide


Excluded:

1. Travel insurance

2. Any personal expenses

3. Land transfers between airports and hotels 

4. Tour extensions and optional programs

5. Drinks during mealtime that are not listed on the itinerary 

6. Baggage for all flights

7. Early check-in, late check-out and hotel extras

8. A Mandatory Service Charge & Tipping of U$210/person is required and payable by Credit Card Before Your Final Payment Due Date.

9. Municipality taxes that customers will have to pay when checking in/out at the local hotels (approximately U$1/person per day) if applicable

10. Single Supplement Fee (Our tour price is based on double occupancy. If a single passenger is traveling alone and not sharing a room for the entire trip, the tour price charged to the single traveler will be double the standard tour price.)

Optional Features

TRANSFER PACKAGE:

Land Transfer Package: U$198/person (Early Bird Price U$158/person)

Includes 6 land transfers between airport and hotel: 

☆ Lima airport to hotel transfer on Day 1

☆ Lima hotel to airport transfer on Day 2

☆ Cusco airport to hotel transfer on Day 2

☆ Cusco hotel to airport transfer on Day 7

☆ Lima airport to hotel transfer on Day 7

☆ Lima hotel to airport transfer on Day 8


FLIGHT CHOICE:

International Flight Upgrades: 

☆ Regular International Flight: You will take flights with moderate layover time: + U$0

☆ Express International Flight: You will take flights with limited layover time of less than 6 hours each way: U$399/person (Early bird price U$99/person)

☆ Swift International Flight: You will take a direct flight with no layover guaranteed (if there is (an) direct flight(s) service already existing between your departure gateway and the arrival gateway of your destination country): U$599/person (Early bird price U$159/person)

Intra-flight Roundtrip Lima & Cusco Upgrades: 

☆ Regular Intra-flight: You will take flights with moderate layover time: + U$0

☆ Swift Intra-flight: You will take a direct flight with no layover guaranteed: U$99/person (Early bird price U$39/person)

Business Class Upgrade: U$4000/person only between USA and South America International roundtrip


TRAIN UPGRADES:  

 Day 4 & 5 - Upgrade to 360° train: U$199/person (Early Bird Price U$159/person)


HOTEL UPGRADES

 Upgrade to Standard category hotel accommodations: U$499/person (Early Bird Price U$299/person)

 Upgrade to Superior category hotel accommodations: U$599/person (Early Bird Price U$399/person)

 Upgrade to Luxury category hotel accommodations: U$999/person (Early Bird Price U$499/person)


OPTIONAL PROGRAMS (Book Onsite):

 Day 1 - La Huaca Pucllana Dinner with roundtrip transfers from hotel: U$99/person (Early Bird Price U$89/person)

 Day 2 - City Tour in Cusco + surrounding Ruins (entrance fees included): U$159/person (Early Bird Price U$99/person)

 Day 3 - Full Day Rainbow mountain with lunch included: U$139/person (Early Bird Price U$99/person)

 Day 5 - Second visit to Machu Picchu (entrance fees included): U$199/person (Early Bird Price U$159/person)

 Day 6 - Maras & Moray tour in Cusco (entrance fees included): U$139/person (Early Bird Price U$99/person)

 Day 7 - City Tour in Lima Modern & Colonial (entrance fees included): U$99/person (Early Bird Price U$69/person)


POST TOUR EXTENSIONS:

1. Puno & Lake Titicaca Extension - 3 days / 2 nights (click here for more details)

Price: U$1799/person

(Early Bird Price: U$1599/person)

Single Supplement: U$1200  

Gratuity: U$60/person  

2. Arequipa & the Colca Canyon - 4 days / 3 nights (click here for more details)

Price: U$1899/person

(Early Bird Price: U$1699/person)

Single Supplement: U$1250  

Gratuity: U$80/person  

3. Tambopata Reserva Amazonica - 3 days / 2 nights (click here for more details)
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory

Price: U$2199/person

(Early Bird Price: U$1899/person)

Single supplement: U$1300

Gratuity: U$60/person  


STAY LIKE A LOCAL EXTENSIONS:

1. Departure Flight Extension - arrive Lima 3 days before the tour start (Airport pickup not included)

Price: U$1199/person

Included: Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary        

2. Departure Flight Extension - arrive Lima 5 days before the tour start (Airport pickup not included)

Price: U$1399/person

Included: Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

3. Return Flight Extension - leave Lima 3 days after the tour end (Airport drop off not included)

Price: U$1199/person

Included: Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary        

4. Return Flight Extension - leave Lima 5 days after the tour end (Airport drop off not included)

Price: U$1399/person

Included: Air Ticket change fee & fare difference from the original itinerary

Visa

Tourist VISA is NOT REQUIRED for USA & CANADA passport holders


Visit the "IATA Travel Centre" for detailed information on country-specific passport, visa and health requirements:

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/passport-visa-health-travel-document-requirements.htm


Yellow fever vaccination is required for the Amazon extension.


More about Travel Documents

*It is your responsibility to ensure that you- and any child travelling with you- have all the valid travel documents necessary to enter in, exit from or transit through, each country/region on your itinerary. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.

*Your passport should be valid for six months beyond your date of return. Passport must be in good condition: passport damaged beyond normal wear and tear will not be accepted.

*Consult with the appropriate embassy, high commission or consulate about the travel document requirement for any country that you plan to enter in, exit from or transit through.

*Some country no longer issue paper visas but rather electronic visas. E-Visa holders must present the printed e-Visa and valid passport at the checkpoint.

*International travel with infants and children may be required to show documentary evidence of your relationship and a Letter Consent or permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.

*Americans holding dual citizenship must travel to the United States with a valid U.S. passport. American permanent residents returning to the United States from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).

*Canadians holding dual citizenship must travel to Canada with a valid Canadian passport. Canadian permanent residents returning Canada from abroad must carry a valid passport and a valid Canadian Permanent Resident Card (PR Card).


Hotels & Flights

HAND-PICKED HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:

Economy Category Hotels

Lima: El Tambo II or El Tambo 2 de Mayo or similar

Cusco: Muru Homely Hotel or San Francisco Cusco Plaza or similar

Aguas Calientes: Wiraqocha Inn Hotel or Ferre Boulevard Mapi or similar



Standard Category Hotels

Lima: Casa Andina SELECT or similar

Cusco: San Agustin Plaza or similar

Aguas Calientes: Casa Andina STANDARD Machu Picchu or similar



Superior Category Hotels

Lima: Jose Antonio Lima / Mercure Ariosto Lima or similar

Cusco: Xima Cusco / Union Hotel or similar 

Aguas Calientes:  or similar 



Luxury Category Hotels

Lima: Casa Andina Premium Miraflores / El Pardo Double Tree by Hilton Lima or similar

Cusco: Casa Andina Premium Cuzco / Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 

Aguas Calientes: Casa del Sol Boutique Hotel or similar 



INTERNATIONAL AIR: (UTOvacation reserves the right to confirm the airlines below)

☆ United Airline ☆ American Airline ☆ Delta Airline ☆ Air Canada ☆ LATAM Airline ☆ Copa Airline ☆ Aeromexico Airline ☆ JetBlue Airways  Spirit Airline  Sky Airline

**Please note the tour confirmation will be provided to you 1 month prior to the departure date which includes the hotel and the flight schedule details.