Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ...
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five days we were the only foreigners to be found. The Tierras Vivas crew had such a rapport with the locals that we got an up close look at ancient customs and traditions and even got to stay in thatched cabins on several nights. With a landscape that ranged from rain forest, to mountain peaks and glaciers we had a complete snapshot of the best Peru has to offer. If you are looking for a unique and intimate experience of the Andes, separate from the hundreds of tourist that use the Inca Trail daily, Tierras Vivas' Pachamama Ρan expedition is the one for you. Danylo Fedoryka, Washington DC (USA) Musician - The band Scythian
Adventure These trips are required to walk from 4 to more hours and generally during days, and travelling in different means of transportation (domestic flights, local buses, train, boat, kayak, bike, horse and foot). accommodations are basic, for instance, hotel, hostal, familiar houses, lodges, or camping, so we recommend to be fit, and before coming out here, do an or two hours walk.
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Explore this andean country, visitng the capital city and its growing progress, stay at a jungle lodge in the amazon to spot incredible wildlife, hike through their ancient ruins around Cusco and immerse yourself into the colorful local markets.
Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrive at Lima airport, transfer to your hotel. Free time to explore the city and take optional activities. Day 2 3: After breakfast, transfer to the airpot to tak a flight to Pueto Maldonado, the peruvian amazon. Transfer to the lodge where we will spend the next days. Day 4: Early in the morning we take a transfer back to the airport of Puerto Maldonado to take a flight to the city of the incas, Cusco. Day 5:Tour through the sacred valley of the incas, visiting Pisac ruins, its artisan market and we will finish in Ollantaytambo where we will spend the night. Day 6 9: Take our bus to Km 82 where we start the hiking for the next 4 days, sleeping in tents and visiting amassing ruins. Alter the visit to the lost city of the incas, MachuPicchu, we take a train back to Cusco. Day 10: Relaxing day, or for optional activities, las night in the imperial city. Day 11: End of the tour.
Highlights: Amazon Jungle tour, SacredValley guided tour, 04 day Inca Trail hike with local guide, chef and porter, Guided tour of Machupicchu
Meal: Included while on the Inca Trail and in the Jungle Lodge and from the second day breakfast inc
Transport: Domestic flight, Private van, Train
Not included in this trip:
Pre & post tour accommodation International flight and departure tax Travel Insurance (it must be of a minimum of USD75.000) Tourist Ticket on the Sacred Valley
Tips, baggage portage and other extras not specified. Transfer In Out Sleeping bag for the inca trail (can be hired locally at USD12 for 4 days) Optional tours
Introduction
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us, (remember we are in South America). Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit traveling, with Tierras Vivas can be unpredictable. The dossier is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.
Day 1 Arrive Lima Please note that Day 1 is an arrival day and no activities have been planned, so you may arrive at any time. Similarly the last day is a departure day during which no activities are planned. Look for a Welcome Note posted in the hotel lobby. Your Tour Leader will contact you at the hotel on Day 1 and make sure you are settled comfortably.
Day 2-3: Peruvian Amazon Fly from Lima, the capital city, to Puerto Maldonado, deep in the peruvian jungle, the Amazon. Travel by motorized canoe through Madre de Dios river to our lodge settled deep in the jungle. On our journey to the lodge, you will have the chance to see bird species typical of the river or forest edge. The jungle lodge combines native architecture and materials with low-impact, trying to preserve the environment and the ecology. The lodge rooms are simple but comfortable, with mosquito net for individual beds, flush toilets, showers, but no hot water, and kerosene lamps for lighting, there is no electricity. Local community members make up the majority the lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Explore the amazon with local guides before flying to Cusco, located high in the andes.
Day 4: Cusco Cuzco is considered the mecca of Peru. This gorgeous colonial town offers nearby ruins, cobble-stoned streets, museums, churches and a lively atmosphere. The city have several good museums, including the Coricancha and the ArchaeologicalMuseum, which also house a small art museum, the RegionalHistoryMuseum and the ReligiousArt Museum. For the most adventurous, will find optional activities such as white water rafting in the UrubambaRiver; horseback riding around archaeological sites (Sacsayhuaman, Tambo Machay and Puca Pucara) and mountain biking down to the SacredValley, Moray-Maras, and perhaps visiting an Inca ruin along the way.
Day 5: Sacred Valley Our local guide will take us through the SacredValley for visit the majestic Pisac ruins and its local market. Continue to the picturesque town and Inca ruins of Ollantaytambo before preparing for the hike ahead, one of the highlight of the trip.
Day 6-9: Inca Trail The most famous ancient trail of the Incas with a morning trip to km 82, where our hike starts. Take your passport with you, as you wil get a stamp of the inca trail on it! Our local porters and guides will ensure that the trip is worry-free, so you will enjoy as much as you can the awesome ruins and spectacular mountain scenery every day of the trail. On the last day, early in the morning, climb the steps to Intipunku, the ''''Sun Gate'''', to watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu. After a guided visit to the lost city of the incas, take a train back to Cuzco in the afternoon.
Day 10: Cusco Today is a realxing day, free time to explore the fascinating imperial city of the Incas, visit its market, buy souvenirs, take optional activities, and get ready for one last night in the city
Day 11: Departure
End of our tour.
ITS: Inka Trail Status
TS: Trip Status
CODE
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Dates
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persons
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Group
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ITS
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TS
PIE 210508
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21.05.2008 - 31.05.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
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Avaible
PIE 280508
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28.05.2008 - 07.06.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
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Avaible
PIE 040608
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04.06.2008 - 14.06.2008
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0
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12
|
Alternative
|
Avaible
PIE 110608
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11.06.2008 - 21.06.2008
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0
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12
|
Alternative
|
Avaible
PIE 180608
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18.06.2008 - 28.06.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
|
Avaible
PIE 250608
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25.06.2008 - 05.07.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
|
Avaible
PIE 020708
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02.07.2008 - 12.07.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
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Avaible
PIE 090708
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09.07.2008 - 14.07.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
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Avaible
PIE 160708
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16.07.2008 - 26.07.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
|
Avaible
PIE 230708
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23.07.2008 - 02.08.2008
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0
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12
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Alternative
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Avaible
PIE 300708
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30.07.2008 - 09.08.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 060808
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06.08.2008 - 16.08.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 130808
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13.08.2008 - 23.08.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 200808
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20.08.2008 - 30.08.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 270808
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27.08.2008 - 06.09.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 030908
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03.09.2008 - 13.09.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 100908
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10.09.2008 - 20.09.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 170908
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17.09.2008 - 27.09.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 240908
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24.09.2008 - 04.10.2008
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0
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12
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Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 011008
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01.10.2008 - 11.10.2008
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0
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12
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Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 081008
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08.10.2008 - 18.10.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 151008
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15.10.2008 - 25.10.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 221008
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22.10.2008 - 01.11.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 291008
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29.10.2008 - 08.11.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 051108
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05.11.2008 - 15.11.2008
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 121108
|
12.11.2008 - 22.11.2008
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 191108
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19.11.2008 - 29.11.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 261108
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26.11.2008 - 06.12.2008
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 031208
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03.12.2008 - 13.12.2008
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 101208
|
10.12.2008 - 20.12.2008
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 171208
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17.12.2008 - 27.12.2008
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 241208
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24.12.2008 - 03.01.2009
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 311208
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31.12.2008 - 10.01.2009
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 070109
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07.01.2009 - 17.01.2009
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0
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12
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Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 140109
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14.01.2009 - 24.01.2009
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 210109
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21.01.2009 - 31.01.2009
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0
|
12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
PIE 280109
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28.01.2009 - 07.02.2009
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0
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12
|
Avaible
|
Avaible
IMPORTANT NOTE Inka trail: the inka trail included a long walk in this trip The Inka trail has a limit to 500 people between passenger, guides, cook, and persons who carry the meals, camping equipments, according to the rule from the INC, INRENA and the state of Peru.
The Inka trail close on February between 01 to 28 for maintain the ruins for more information contact to us
info@tierrasvivas.com The inka trail is a moderate long trek for 4 days.
STATUS INKA TRAIL 1. AVAIBLE: the spaces for the Inka trail are guarantee; make your reservation at soon possible. 2. ALTERNATIVE: The space for the Inka trail was full in this case Tierras Vivas, offer an alternative to long walk there is Lares and other alternatives, for more information ask to sale department sales sales@tierrasvivas.com
TRIP STATUS: 1. AVAIBLE: The trip is avaible, make your reservation. 22. LIMITED: The trip is avaible, but is the limited to be full for more information contact to us sales@tierrasvivas.com 3. CLOSED: The trip was full, please contact to Tierras Vivas and if you are interested to trip in that date..
Important Note
1) Shorter/longer stays, hotel upgrades and extra trips all possible. Please contact our sales department for more information or check out our Taylor Made section. sales@tierrasvivas.com
2) Visas: You may be required to obtain a travel visa, also all countries require a valid passport (with a minimum 6 months validity). Contact your local embassy, or consulate for the most up-to-date visa requirements, or see your travel agent. IT''''S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO HAVE THE CORRECT TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION.
Joining Hotel: The following hotels will be used in Lima and Cusco city. Please refer to your travel vouchers for your hotel details.
LIMA Hotel Nirvana Adrdress: Paseo de la Republica 6315 Miraflores Phone: (051) 4445909
CUSCO Finishing Hotel: Hotel Cusco Plaza I Address: Plaza Nazarenas N 181 Phone: (051) 084-246161
Joining Instructions: Limas international, called Jorge Chavez in Callao, is approximately a 45-minute drive from the Miraflores district, where our joining hotel is located. The easiest way to get there is by taxi. After customs and immigration area, you will find a few official taxi stands. You can pay for the car approximately USD20 and wont need to worry about sorting out a ride outside the airport facilities. There are exchange facilities and ATMs in the Arrivals area open 24 hours. If you are arriving from abroad and have booked an arrival transfer with us, a Tierras Vivas representative will meet you at the airport. Upon leaving the customs area, follow the gates and turn right to exit the airport. Just before exiting there is a small area on the left hand side where the official transfers are waiting with signs. Look for a Tierras Vivas sign board with your name on it. If no one is there and you have not made contact with our local operatos/representative within 15 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point Hotel. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs. If your taxi driver does not speak English and you do not speak Spanish, simply show driver the hotel address to simplify communications.
Arrival Complications: We don't expect any problems, and nor should you, but if for any reason you can not commence your trip as scheduled, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your trip leader/local operator or to the emergency contact details provided in this dossier. If you are unable to get in touch with your leader/local operator, please refer to our emergency contact details. If you have pre-booked an airport transfer and have not made contact with our local operatos/representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the Starting Point Hotel, following the Joining Instructions. Please apply to your travel agent on your return for a refund of the transfer cost if this occurs.
Local Emergency Contact If you need emergency assistance, you can contact us locally at the following phone numbers:
Cell: +51 0849 8470 2020
Phone: + 51 84 235211 Local Office
Checklist of what to take: * Passport (with photocopies) * Travel insurance (with photocopies) * Airline tickets (with photocopies) * USD cash * Credit and debit cards * Vouchers and dossier * Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required * Camera and film * CD/MP3 player * Reading/writing material * Binoculars * Cover for backpacks * Fair sized daypack * Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably water proof) * Sleeping bag (this can also be hired locally for approximately $3USD/day-these are high quality and warm) * Strong plastic bags to help keep gear dry * Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen) * Fleece top * Windproof/waterproof jacket * 5 shirts/t-shirts * Sun hat * 1 pair of shorts * 2 pairs of long trousers * 2 pair hiking pants/track pants * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes * Sport sandals * Sun block * Sunglasses * Toiletries (biodegradable) * Watch or alarm clock * Water bottle * Pocket knife * Small flashlight * First-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, re- hydration powder, and extra prescription drugs you may be taking).
Meal Budget: Daily allowance USD25 for meals not included. For additional expenses, please contact our sales department for more information. sales@tierrasvivas.com
Emergency Fund: Please, make sure you have access to at least an additional USD200 (or equivalent) as an ''''emergency'''' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster) need a change to our planned tour. This is a rare occurrence! But you never know
Departure Tax: USD18 International flights USD7 Domestic flights
Optional activities:
Lima City Tour USD35
Cusco City Tour USD10 Main Catedral of Cusco Qoricancha o templo del Sol Sacsayhuaman Quenqo Pucapucara Tambomachay
Valle Sur USD75 Tipon Andahualillas Pikillacta Min. 2 paxs
Horse back riding Without guide USD10 With guide USD25
Maras & Moray USD75 Min. 2 paxs
Rafting USD30
All prices are in USD.
A Couple of Rules:
Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on any trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land but also puts you at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Tierras Vivas travellers. Our philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter, and in particular the local people who make the world the special place it is. The explotation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader/local operators has the right to expel any member of the group/tour if drugs are found in their possession or they use prostitutes.
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a trip with us, you will not be permitted to join the tour until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader or local operator, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation(a minimum insurance of USD75.000). We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Responsible Travel: Tierras Vivas has been responsible to offering low-impact tours that benefit traveller and host alike. We work with local communities, businesses and individuals to develop sustainable tourism opportunities that help local economies while minimizing negative environmental and cultural impacts.
Keeping in Touch: If you need to be contacted while travelling we recommend that you set up an email address that can be accessed on the road, rather than relying on postal mail. Ciber cafes are becoming increasingly commonplace and cheap throughout the regions we visit, and have quickly become the preferred way for our leaders and travellers to stay in touch. If someone wishes to contact you in an emergency while you are on one of our trips we recommend that they contact your local booking agent, or refer to our Emergency Contact.
AVAILABILITY & PRICES
Departures twice a month all year round, except in February when the Inca Trail is closed. Instead of, we offer you Lares Trek. Please contact us for more information.
Local payment Most of our adventure trips involve a local payment. This amount is the final payment for your tour. Paying locally facilitates the flow of funds into countries that we travel through and also helps to reduce the overall price of the tour, allowing us to keep our tours at a competitive price, passing our costs savings on to you.
*Rates can be modified without notice and upon availability at the moment of the booking*
Tierras Vivas comes to diffusing without profit helping porters families and the communities of Pilcobamba and Rallan located in the Cusco, Peru.
The project starts when we really realize that ... 
"Tierras Vivas provided an expedition which exceeded my greatest expectations. We took the a road less traveled which gave us access to to spectacular Inca ruins in way we could never have dreamed of - our group had the ruins all to themselves. We heard that the famed Inca trail supports a constant flow of sight-seers, but for five days we were the only foreigners to be found. The Tierras Vivas crew had such a rapport with the locals that we got an up close look at ancient customs and traditions and even got to stay in thatched cabins on several nights. With a landscape that ranged from rain forest, to mountain peaks and glaciers we had a complete snapshot of the best Peru has to offer. If you are looking for a unique and intimate experience of the Andes, separate from the hundreds of tourist that use the Inca Trail daily, Tierras Vivas' Pachamama Ρan expedition is the one for you.
Explore this andean country, visitng the capital city and its growing progress, stay at a jungle lodge in the amazon to spot incredible wildlife, hike through their ancient ruins around Cusco and immerse yourself into the colorful local markets.
