PERU & ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS Lima - Cusco - Aguas Calientes OCTOBER 22- OCTOBER 31, 2022
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Discover Peru’s dazzling highlights: Lima, Machu Picchu, the Incan wonders of Cusco and much more. With a culture and history as diverse as its countryside, Peru offers travelers unmatched adventure and moments of heightened emotion. See the dramatic peaks and valleys of the Andes and the pre-Columbian cities that have been carved into its landscape. Stroll the historic city of Cusco that seamlessly blends Spanish and Incan cultures. Travel by train along the Urubamba River to the Sacred Valley and foothills of the Andes, and arrive at fabled Machu Picchu, “lost city of the Incas”.
For more details and reservations contact: Kerry Pratt at the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce E-mail: kerry.pratt@caymanchamber.ky Telephone: (345) 743-9126
PERU & ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS Lima - Cusco - Aguas Calientes 10 Days
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$3,895 member/US$4,045 non-member air & land
(3) Lima • (4) Cusco • (1) Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu
OPTIONAL PUNO EXTENSION TOUR FEATURES •FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS - Hotel accommodations for 2 nights in Puno •SUPERB CUISINE - 4 included meals consisting of 2 buffet breakfasts and 2 lunches •SIGHTSEEING TOUR PROGRAM - Sightseeing, including local guide in as follows: Full day transfer/tour from Cusco to Puno and a full day tour of Puno, Taquile Island, and Uros Islands •PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR - Assistance of a professional Tour Director for the entire length of the tour •BAGGAGE HANDLING AND TRANSFERS - Baggage handling for one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport
FLORIDA Miami
Grand Cayman
DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS PERU Lima 3
1 Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes) 4 Cusco
SCARED VALLEY
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Puno
TOUR FEATURES •ROUND TRIP AIR TRANSPORTATION - Air transportation from Grand Cayman and all intra-Peru flights •ROUND TRIP TRAIN RIDE - Scenic train ride from Cusco to Aguas Calientes on the Machu Picchu Express •DAY ROOM ACCOMODATIONS AT MIAMI AIRPORT – A dayroom pre-trip and post-trip in a first-class Miami Airport hotel •FIRST-CLASS ACCOMMODATIONS - Hotel accommodations for 8 nights (3 nights Lima, 4 nights Cusco, 1 night Aguas Calientes) •SUPERB CUISINE - 11 included meals consisting of 8 buffet breakfasts and 3 dinners •SIGHTSEEING TOUR PROGRAM - Sightseeing, including local guide and all entrance fees as follows: Full day city tour of Lima, half day city tour of Cusco including a visit to Sacsayhuaman Fortress, a tour of Machu Picchu and Aguas Calientes. Optional tours available •CULTURAL DISCOVERY SERIES - Our program encompasses cultural connections, in-depth learning on the local economy and social systems, and interaction with locals such as a visit to a chocolate museum and a dinner/folklore show •PROFESSIONAL TOUR DIRECTOR - Assistance of a professional Tour Director for the entire length of the tour upon arrival in Lima •DELUXE MOTORCOACHES - Touring by private deluxe airconditioned motorcoach •BAGGAGE HANDLING AND TRANSFERS - Baggage handling for one piece of checked luggage outside of the airport
Experience Lima, the City of the Kings • Admire the Treasures of Ancient Peru and the Inca Nation • Tour Cusco, Archaeological Capital of the Americas & UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site • Travel by vista dome train to the famous Lost City of the Incas, breathtaking Machu Picchu • Visit and interact with Andean community in the Sacred Valley • See the spectacular Incan city of Machu Picchu – one of the new 7 Wonders of the World & UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site • Free time to shop in Cusco • Discover Taquile Island, with its Pre-Incan culture & world renowned textile art • Enjoy Puno & the views of Lake Titicaca • Cruise Lake Titicaca to the floating Uros Islands• Interact with the indigenous Uros tribe to learn about their lives
Day 1 Depart Grand Cayman Fly on a morning flight from Grand Cayman to Miami. Upon arrival, collect your luggage and proceed to the curb to gain the shuttle bus to your hotel for a day room use. This afternoon head back to the airport for your flight to Lima, Peru. Meals and refreshments are served on board. Day 2 Arrive Lima, Peru - Lima City Tour Upon arrival at Lima Airport, you will meet your Peruvian Tour Director. International flights arrive early this morning (historically just after midnight). You will be transferred to your hotel to rest. Welcome to Lima, founded on January 18, 1535, by the Spanish Conqueror Francisco Pizarro. Dubbed the "City of Kings," Lima is today a cosmopolitan city that blends the splendor of its colonial past with the modern era. Nestling on the banks of the Rimac River and the shores of the Pacific Ocean, Lima is home to the seat of government, the country's most important institutions, and one-third of the country's population. After a late relaxing breakfast, enjoy a morning of leisure. In the afternoon, you will experience Lima, known as the City of the Kings and the most important city of the Americas in colonial times. You will tour and take a walk around the Main Square, where you can find the Presidential Palace, the Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, and Metropolitan City Hall, beautiful buildings full of history and tradition. Then, you will go to the San Francisco Monastery, probably the most spectacular church of colonial Lima, housing the catacombs and a magnificent museum of religious art from the XVII century. This evening maybe head out with newfound friends to enjoy the exquisite cuisine that gives Peru's capital an authentic personality and makes Lima a unique experience. (B) Day 3 Lima - City Tour Part 2 After a relaxing breakfast, enjoy a morning of leisure to explore Lima. Maybe shop for Andean sweaters, leather goods or sit and watch life in Lima! After free time for lunch, tour the modern district of San Isidro, where you will appreciate Huaca Huallamarca, a pre-Incan pyramid made from adobe, then end up in Miraflores' neighborhood where you will observe the Pacific Ocean coast from the vast seafront. Then you experience an Aventura World Cultural Discovery Series to visit one of Latin America's most complete museums, the Larco Museum. With its unequaled private collection, called the Treasures of Ancient Peru, it inspires its visitors to discover, learn about, and enjoy the more than five thousand years of the history of ancient Peru. More than 45,000 ceramic artifacts are on display, mainly from the Mochicas, which were compiled by Rafael Larco Hoyle, a crucial
Peruvian archaeologist and major collector. One of its most remarkable sections is the so-called "erotic" pottery collection. This evening's dinner is at a local restaurant in Lima. (B,D) Day 4 Lima/Cusco - City Tour After a buffet breakfast you will head to Lima Airport to board your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to your hotel. Welcome to Cusco known as the 'Archaeological Capital of the Americas'. Cusco is a beautiful city of contrasts between the indigenous way of life and the modern western world. It is these contrasts that have given Cusco its rare beauty. In the afternoon get to know the city of Cusco, an UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and possessor of a style all its own. The tour begins at the Koricancha Temple, an old Inca palace and main center for the worship of the sun god, Inti. Once the Spanish conquered Peru, the Dominican order built a lovely church over this temple’s foundations: the church of Santo Domingo that is still there today. Your next destination is the Main Square, and then the adventure continues at the Sacsayhuaman Fortress built of enormous stone blocks expertly shaped by the Incas. It is strategically located at the top of a hill overlooking the city of Cusco. What a view of the city! The tour continues with visits to three archaeological sites: Qenko, Puca-Pucara, and Tambomachay, important religious and administrative centers for the Incas. Next, take part in two of our Cultural Discovery Series. First, visit a chocolate museum and learn about the process of making chocolate from the organic Peruvian cacao beans. Later in the evening enjoy dinner and a folklore show at a local restaurant. (B,D) Day 5 Cusco Today is yours to explore Cusco, visit the local markets, drink in the atmosphere or take an optional tour - the Secrets of the Sacred Valley. You will travel deep into the Sacred Valley and to Moray. Moray is a fantastic place where circular and semi-circular agricultural terraces have been built into the top of a limestone hill overlooking the Urubamba Valley and were used by the Incas as a botanical laboratory. Apart from their agricultural function, some believe they have a mystical meaning that we have yet to unlock. Close at hand see the Colonial village of Maras, famed for its salt ponds where Maras salt - finest salt in the world is extracted. The area resembles a patchwork of terraces and ponds – it’s a photographer’s dream! Have you ever thought what Peruvian Village life is all about? Today you have the opportunity to see as you will visit the Andean community of Misminay where you will meet with townsfolk, who have preserved their ancient traditions and culture. The families live in small one or two room adobe houses, and they raise Guinea pigs, cows, and sheep and live off the land and off the grid! You can choose between helping them plow or harvest their crops, depending on the time of year. You can even take part in a ceremony that honors mother earth. See townsfolk spin and dye wool thread using natural dyes as well as weave fabric following their ancient techniques, and enjoy a once in a lifetime Peruvian cultural exchange and discussions. Here a delicious lunch will be prepared as a community event and served in the communal dining room. After lunch, you will then visit the local school to meet the pupils and teachers up-close, learn of the Peruvian rural education system. Due to scheduling. The school visit is not always possible. (B) Day 6 Cusco to Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu by train Awaiting you today is by far and away one of the high points in world travel: Machu Picchu. Enjoy a morning departure to the train station and board your train to Aguas Calientes. You will visit one of the seven new wonders of the world and an important source of energy: Machu Picchu. On the way you will enjoy an impressive view of Urubamba's Sacred Valley. Once you arrive at Aguas Calientes, board the bus to the citadel. It will be an unforgettable experience. A professional guide will walk you through the intriguing story that envelopes this mystifying place. After the guided visit, you will have free time to explore at leisure, or simply relax and meditate. At the appropriate time, you will begin the descent to Aguas Calientes. After the visit, you will check into our hotel in Aguas Calientes. Dinner tonight will be served at the hotel. (B,D) Day 7 Aguas Calientes- Machu Picchu/Cusco Why not experience every nook and cranny of this New 7th Wonder of the World and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site on a second optional visit this time at sunrise. Standing on the top of a mountain range, being able to witness one of the world's most ancient cities being illuminated by the sun's rays, revealing an abundance of color and contrast, is a truly mystical experience. Whether your quest is spiritual or photographic, you'll be awestruck with the impressive views. After breakfast, you will board the train back to Cusco, enjoying beautiful panoramic windows to make the most of the spectacular scenery and allow for fantastic photo opportunities. Upon arrival back to Cusco you will be transferred to your hotel. Check-in, relax or continue to explore the wonders of Cusco and their Inca influence. (B) Day 8 Cusco Today you have a day at leisure to explore the belly button of the Inca world - Cusco. Experience some of the country’s finest colonial and religious splendors, shop in its vibrant and colorful markets. (B)
Day 9 Lima to USA or extend your stay with an optional Puno extension Today, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Miami. (B) Day 10 Arrive Miami Welcome to Miami. Upon arrival collect your luggage and proceed to the curb to gain the shuttle bus to your hotel for a day room use. This afternoon head back to the airport for your flight to Grand Cayman.
Cusco
OPTIONAL PUNO EXTENSION Day 9 Cusco/Puno Early morning you will be picked-up at your hotel for the day-long bus journey to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. First you will visit Andahuaylillas, a town where a precious church from the 17th century boasts an amazing organ decorated with angels and cherubs. After this you will visit Racchi ruins, known as "The Temple of God Wiracocha". The last stop before arriving to Puno will be La Raya, highest point on the road between Cusco and Puno from where we will get excellent photo opportunities. After this, you will arrive to Puno. Upon arrival you will check into your hotel and relax. (B,L) Day 10 Puno – City Tour – Taquile Island & Uros Islands The day begins early as you head out of the city of Puno towards Taquile Island, about 35 kilometers away and 3950 meters above sea level. The culture on the island is old, dating back to Pre-Incan times. The islanders still live according to the traditions and beliefs of their ancestors and are world renowned for their lovely outfits and incredible textiles. In fact, UNESCO has declared the textile art of Taquile Island as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Next, while still on the island, you will visit the community of Huayllano, whose members will show you their everyday artistic, handicraft, and farming activities. After this time of sharing, you will enjoy a box lunch and then sail over to the famous Uros Islands, a set of man-made floating islands in the middle of the Lake Titicaca National Reserve. Here, you will meet the islanders, hunters and gatherers and descendants of the first Altiplano inhabitants, who still live on totora reed platforms. At the end of the day, you will be taken back to your hotel. (B,L) Day 11 Puno/Lima to USA After breakfast, you will be transferred to Puno airport to board your flight back to Lima and onwards to the Miami. (B) Day 12 Arrive Miami Welcome to Miami. Upon arrival collect your luggage and proceed to the curb to gain the shuttle bus to your hotel for a day room use. This afternoon head back to the airport for your flight to Grand Cayman. (B) – Breakfast, (L) – Lunch, (D) – Dinner Early check-in is guaranteed on day 2
TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
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TOUR PRICE Chamber member tour price is US$3,895 per person, double occupancy. The non-member price is US$4,045 per person, double occupancy. For single occupancy, add US$699 (limited availability). Fuel surcharges of US$350 and taxes of US$150 per person are included in the price and are valid at the time of printing but are subject to change. The price of US$3,895/US$4,045 including FREE Sacred Valley Tour (US$129 regular price) is an early bird special if the program is reserved with a deposit by June 3,2022. The price increases by US$100 per person (US$3,995/US$4,145) after this date plus the cost of the Sacred Valley Tour. Depending on the passenger's nationality, visas may not be required in advance. It is the passenger's responsibility to gain any visas, if necessary. The price does not include airline baggage charges from Grand Cayman to Miami/Miami to Grand Cayman. Any baggage charges (if applicable) need to be paid directly to the airline. Please note: Though rare, it may be necessary to substitute hotels and adjust itineraries at guide’s discretion due to local conditions. OPTIONAL PUNO EXTENSION: Puno Extension: US$699 double occupancy or US$998 Single
REGISTRATION FORM (One per passenger)
CAYMAN ISLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | PERU & ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS | OCTOBER 22- OCTOBER 31, 2022 Reservations are on a first come first served basis. | Please use booking code: KSYTXU | Sign up early to secure your place
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