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TIERRAS VIVAS A Whole World of Experincie Plateros 319 Cusco - Perú - 2012 Telefax: 051 84235211 Cell Phone: 051 849702020 / 849948212 Marinescu 9 - Cluj Napoca - Rumania. Phone: 0040745427084 - 00400752346714. email: info@tierrasvivas.com MSN: tierrasvivas@hotmail.com Skype: tierrasvivas http://www.tierrasvivas.com/ |
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Overview
This tour is unpredictable by the various microclimates that nature brings us, but during the week will take a unique journey through the regions of Peru, will have the privilege of knowing the history and legacy that still lingers archaeological cultures of the Inca and pre-Inca As. Machu Picchu and be able to stay in touch with nature and the mystery of several Andean cultures
Itinerary
Day 1: Join in Lima
Day 2: Fly to
Day 3: Sacred Valley guided tour
Day 4 5: Transfer to headtrail, trek along to the Lares trek
Day 6: Continue the trek to Ollantaytambo, train to Aguas Calientes town
Day 7: Walk up to Machupicchu, in the afternoon train back to Cusco .
Day 8: Sightseeing to Cuzco
Day 9: Departure
What is included in this trip?
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All eating and coking stuff, stools and tables in the Lares trek.
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Sleeping bag (-5 grades) in the Lares trek.
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Tourism train round trip to Machupicchu.
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Tourism bus down from Machupicchu to Aguas Calientes town
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Domestic flight (LIM -CUZ).
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All land transport along the route.
No Included in this trip
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Local payment USD 350
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Pre accommodation and post tour
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International and domestic flights not detailed
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Departure tax
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Travel insurance
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Meals not detailed
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Tips and extra expenses unspecified
Meals budget: Allow USD 100-150 for meals not included
Responsible Travel:
ELIM is a registered Peruvian charity providing safe, educational and rehabilitation centers for children streets, other member is the commnunty Cacacoyoc, where you can appreciaty the textil and activities of the andean life people, those are available to visit on almost all our trip that pass through Cusco.
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Day 1: 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. |
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Day 2: Cuzco Today, transfer to airport, flight from Lima to Cusco, reception in Cusco, transfer to hotel, rest of the day free, you can visit the around of the imperial city of the Incas, or do some activity. |
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Day 3: Sacred Valley Early in the morning the bus will pick us up from the hotel and go to the |
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Day 4 6: Lares Trek Leave early in the mornig and travel by bus through the Sacred Valley. Spend the morning soaking in the medicinal waters of the Lares Hot Spring. Continue upwards through the valley and arrive at the indigenous community of Huacawasi. Cross the challenging 4100m Condor Pass, with stunning views of Mount Veronica (5750m,) then descend gently to beautiful Ipsaycocha Lake, our last campsite. Finally follow the trail downhill past stunning lookouts to Huilloc. Take the evening train to Aguas Calientes, where we spend the night. |
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Day 7: Machupicchu/ Cusco Very early in the morning take the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machupicchu for early morning views of the lost city of the Incas. Join a guided tour of the citadel, with plenty of free time afterwards to explore on your own. In the afternoon catch the train back to Cuzco. |
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Day 8: Cuzco Today is a relaxing 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 |
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Day 9: Departure |
Dossier
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Important Notes: 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: taylormade@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.
Accommodation: Hotels, Camping. Joining Hotel: The following hotel will be used in Castellana Hotel*** Address: 222 Grimaldo del Solar, Miraflores
Phone: 00 51 01 444 3530 Joining Instructions: 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: Mobile: 00 51 084 984 948 212 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 * Sleeping Bag
* Cover for backpacks * Fair sized daypack * Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably water proof) * Strong plastic bags to help keep gear dry * Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen) * Fleece top * Windproof/waterproof jacket * Shirts/t-shirts * Sun hat * Shorts * Long trousers * Hiking pants/track pants * Hiking boots/ sturdy walking shoes * Sport sandals * Sun block * Insect repellant
* 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 USD15
Cusco City Tour USD10 Valle Sur USD 75 Horse back riding USD 30 Maras & Moray USD 75 Rafting USD 40 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. 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. Tierras Vivas is a Travel Assurance provider, and in case you are interested in get our proposal, please contact us to the following email: 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 guarante twice a month all year round, please contact us for more information info@tierrasvivas.com + Local Payment: USD 350 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* |