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One of the most complete programs offered in Manu National Park, our Manu Nature Paradise adventure takes you to many of Peru’s jewels. You will begin by visiting highlands and valleys on your way to the colonial town of Paucartambo, then continue to the cloud forest where you will see Peru’s national bird, the cock-of-the-rock, in its daily ritual.
Sera Fine Lord, New Bangles
Inca Trail 4 days
It's our final day today in Quito and I can hardly tell you how much fun we've had. Thank you! Must say that Ecuador Adventure run one.
Jhon Hill Bertum, Cusco
Machu Picchu
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Day 1: City Tour (half day)
We will pick you up at the airport to your hotel; you will have free time in the morning, and a rest to help you acclimatize to the altitude (3,360mt-11,022ft). At 2:00 pm we will visit the Cathedral, the Koricancha temple, and the archeological remains like Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo and Pucapucará.
Return at the hotel at 6:30pm approximately. |
Day 2: Machupicchu (Full day)
After an early breakfast we pick you up from your hotel, you will go at the Poroy train station by bus. In this point we take the train until Machu Picchu - “Old Peak”. The three hour journey takes us through the spectacular scenery of the Sacred Valley closely following the Urubamba River to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo. You have to take the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. We will be 2 hours with the tour guide. Then we have the opportunity to climb Wayna Picchu or walk to Inti Punku - the Gate of the Sun. After you have to take the return bus to Aguas Calientes for take the train, to coming back to Cusco.
Note: If you would like to spend an extra day in Machu Picchu for a second non-guided visit we can arrange this for you. Please notify us of your requirements three (3) weeks in advance. |
Day 3: Cusco – Paradise Lodge
Starting early from Cusco, you will travel through Andean landscapes of unmatched beauty: deep valleys, highlands and rural communities where you will enjoy highland birds such as the mountain caracara, Puna ibis and Andean flicker, as well as the pre-Inca Lupacas burial towers, before arriving at the picturesque colonial town of Paucartambo, which has been the gateway to the Manu forests since pre-Hispanic times. Here you will visit the church with its image of the Virgin of Carmen, and see the historic Carlos V bridge. Once you pass through Acjanaco Pass (3,850 meters/12,630 feet), the official entrance to Manu National Park, the road descends through the bird-rich, sparsely-vegetated Andean grassland ecosystem, before reaching the cloud forest in the afternoon. This area is a wealth of flora and fauna: it is the habitat of cock-of-the-rock, crested and golden quetzal, blue-crowned motmot, gray breasted mountain toucan, butterflies, ferns and orchids. To name just a few! After this big day you will spend your first night enjoying the comforts of Paradise Lodge (1,470 meters/4,821 feet).
Driving distance: 181 km/113 miles (6 to 8 hours, including 3 hours of hiking) Included: lunch & dinner |
Day 4: Paradise Lodge – Lodge (bus, hikes & boat)
After your first night in the cloud forest, you will enjoy a pre-breakfast walk to observe the cock-of-the-rock perform its daily ritual, in which a group of males put on an impressive show to attract females. Then you will return to the lodge for a healthy breakfast before continuing the trip to Pillcopata, embarking from the port of Atalaya. During this trip you will see plantations growing manioc, papaya, pineapple and coca, as well as local fauna such as squirrel monkeys and brown capuchin monkeys. And of course birds, including spix guans, plumbeous kites and black vultures. After dinner a short hike will present the opportunity to observe nocturnal life on trails surrounding the local Amazon forest lodge at which you’ll spend the night.
Driving distance: 71.6 km/44.8 miles (5 hours) Included: breakfast, lunch & dinner |
Day 5: Atalaya – Clay Lick - Paradise Lodge (boat & bus)
One of the highlights of a trip to the Peruvian rainforest is an early-morning visit to the parrot clay lick. You will never forget watching hundreds of parrots gather at the mineral-rich riverbank clay deposit, where their noisy feeding display is a kaleidoscope of color. You will observe Cuvier’s toucans, red and green macaws, blue-headed parrots and other species as they feed on the minerals. Afterward we will return to the lodge for breakfast. Your adventure continues with a several hour trail hike, returning to the lodge for a typical regional lunch. After lunch return to the river where you will ride a boat to Atalaya, where our car will be waiting to drive you back to Paradise Lodge in comfort.
Included: breakfast, lunch & dinner |
Day 6: Paradise Lodge – Cusco or Sacred Valley (bus)
This is our last day in the forest. You will enjoy another opportunity to observe the cock-of-the-rock perform its daily ritual at the lick. After breakfast you will board the private bus for the return trip to Cusco, following the now-familiar route to Paucartambo. From here the trip follows the course of the Qenqomayo River to Colquepata and on to the high pass at Apacheta (4,100 meters/13,448 feet). From the high pass the bus descends into the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas, stopping along the way to enjoy the countryside, which is dotted with traditional Andean villages inhabited by weavers, llama herders and farmers. Along the way you will have the opportunity to take in spectacular views of the Pisac. Archaeological site. Choose hotel accommodation in Cusco.
Driving distance: 192 km/120 miles (6 hours) Included: breakfast & lunch |
Day 7: Cusco - Lima
Transfer to the airport for a local flight home. End of our services. |
Includes:
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Transfer airport – hotel – airport
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Cusco hotel 3 nights
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Professional bilingual guide
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Entrance to Koricancha Temple, and The Cathedral
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Tourist transportation
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Transfer hotel – train station - hotel
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Train tickets round trip
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Entrance to Machupicchu
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Bus up/down (Aguas Calientes/Machupicchu/Aguas Calientes)
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Lunch (Machupicchu Tour)
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Specialized bilingual guide
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Accommodation in our private Paradise Lodge in the cloud forest (2 nights) and a typical lodge (1 night)
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Motorized boat with cushioned seats, roof and life jacket
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All meals indicated on the itinerary
B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner (soup, main dish and dessert), BL= box lunch
No additional charge for vegetarian diets
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Drinking water from Cusco
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Basic first-aid kit
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Specialized books are available during the trip |
Doesn’t include:
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Flight Ticket
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Taxes
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Tourist ticket or Boleto Turístico
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Personal items and medicines (e.g., gear, clothing, laundry service, telephone calls)
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Tips to local staff (we recommend $8-10 USD per day of service per guide or driver) |
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