Peru: Land of the Inca

8 DAYS FROM $6,200

• Explore Machu Picchu and learn about National Geographic–funded excavations of the site. • Hear from National Geographic Explorer Peter Frost on his archaeological expeditions in Peru.* • Enjoy a private Andean weaving demonstration by a National Geographic grantee.

Signature Land Light/Moderate

DAYS 1–3 I LIMA, PERU/SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCA From Lima, travel to the Sacred Valley of the Inca and enjoy a private lunch near the ancient agricultural terraces of Moray, then browse the colorful market in Urubamba. Spend a day exploring the valley’s Inca sites with archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer Peter Frost.* We’ll also meet National Geographic Explorer Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, who has helped preserve the art of traditional Inca textile-making. Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel; Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 4 I MACHU PICCHU Ride the train to magnificent Machu Picchu and discover the iconic sanctuary with our guides; then check in to our incredible lodge adjacent to the ruins. Watch twilight descend on the site after the crowds have disappeared. Belmond Sanctuary Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 5–6 I MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO Hike to the Sun Gate and watch day break over Machu Picchu. Board the train to Ollantaytambo, then continue to Cusco and delve into the legacy of the Inca and the Spanish during a full-day city tour, including the 15th-century Sacsayhuamán fortress on the outskirts of town. Belmond Monasterio Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 7–8 I LIMA View the world’s largest private collection of pre-Columbian art at the Larco Museum, and enjoy a musical presentation during lunch at Casa Aliaga. Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel Meals: 2B, 1L

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year. Prices are per person; based on double occupancy, group size, and selected dates; and subject to availability. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $435 per person. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice. Departures in 2022 follow an alternative itinerary. Please see our website for details. *On departures that coincide with Peter's fieldwork, one of his colleagues will join instead.