Sensational Peru & Iguazu Falls
Colonial Lima, the Inca capital of Cusco & awe-inspiring Machu Picchu; then Brazil for the simply astounding Iguazu Falls
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Nature & Wildlife | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, partially escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven terrain, and reaches high altitudes requiring a high level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the trip. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Indisputably, Machu Picchu in Peru and Iguazu Falls, straddling Argentina and Brazil, are two iconic South American destinations. They're difficult to tie into one affordable tour since they're on opposite sides of the continent, but that's no problem for Friendly Planet! All of this combined with visits to Lima and Cusco, travelers will experience the best of South America for a price that screams "amazing deal!"
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip airfare from Miami via LATAM Airlines, including taxes & fees
- All intra-South America flights
- All ground transportation & transfers
- Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- 9 nights accommodation in first class hotels
- 12 Meals: 9 breakfasts plus 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Comprehensive touring program, including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking tour guides
Optional add-ons
- Optional second visit to Machu Picchu or opportunity to climb to Huayna Picchu
- Exciting excursions from Cusco to Tipon & Andahuaylillas and/or Chinchero & Maras (or Moray)
Why you'll love it
- Barter with locals selling handmade clothing, ceramics and more at the bustling Pisac Market.
- Acclimate to the high altitude of the Andes Mountains with a visit to Ollantaytambo, the last stronghold of the Inca resistance during the Spanish conquest of Peru.
- Explore the amazing 15th-century Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, believed to be constructed as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti.
- Tour Cusco, the center of the Inca Empire and the location of Koricancha, an Inca temple covered in sheets of solid gold that conquistadors plundered for Spain.
- Discover the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an engineering feat that astounds archaeologists.
- Feel the mist of 275 cataracts at Iguazu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site considered one of the greatest natural wonders of the world.
- Journey through the rain forest to the most spectacular sight at Iguazu: Devil's Throat.
- Enjoy a traditional Brazilian dinner and entertaining folklore performance.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- 2 Lima
- 3 Sacred Valley
- 4 Machu Picchu
- 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Second Visit to Machu Picchu , $100
- 6 Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Chinchero & Maras or Moray , $105
- Optional Excursion: Tipon & Andahuaylillas , $85
- 7 Cusco & Lima
- 8 Lima, Peru/Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- 9 Iguazu Falls
- 10 Depart Iguazu Falls
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- Depart Miami on your flight bound for Lima, Peru
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel
- Please refer to your flight schedule for departure times, you must check in at the airport at least 3 hours prior to your flight's departure
Courtyard by Marriott Lima Miraflores or similar
Day 2 Lima
- After breakfast visit the Larco Herrera Museum
- Enjoy some free time for lunch
- In the afternoon embark on a panoramic tour of Lima
Courtyard by Marriott Lima Miraflores or similarBreakfast
Day 3 Sacred Valley
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco
- Explore Pisac Market and shop for unique crafts
- Continue to Ollantaytambo and tour the fortress and ruins
Casa Andina Premium Valle Sagrado Hotel & Villas or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Machu Picchu
- Transfer to Ollanta station to board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu
El MaPi Hotel or similarBreakfast
Day 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Morning at leisure or optional second visit to Machu Picchu
- Return to Ollanta station by Vistadome train then transfer to Cusco by bus
Novotel Cusco or similarBreakfast
Day 6 Cusco
- Day at leisure or join one (or both!) optional excursions
Novotel Cusco or similarBreakfast
Day 7 Cusco & Lima
- Morning city tour of Cusco
- Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress & Puka Pukara
- Afternoon at leisure in Cusco for last minute shopping and exploration
- This evening transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima
Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 8 Lima, Peru/Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- Return to the airport via the sky bridge for your flight to Iguazu Falls, Brazil
- Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
Mabu Thermas Grand Resort, Bourbon Cataratas do Iguaçu Resort or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Iguazu Falls
- Full day tour of Iguazu Falls on the Argentinean side
- Brazilian dinner with folklore performance
Mabu Thermas Grand Resort, Bourbon Cataratas do Iguaçu Resort or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Depart Iguazu Falls
- Morning tour of the Brazilian side of the falls
- Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight via Lima, Peru
- Arrive in the USA tomorrow morning
Breakfast
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS/PRECAUTIONS: The high altitude reached on this trip (Cusco is at 11,000 feet above sea level) as well as the considerable amount of walking involved, often on uneven terrain, requires that you be in good physical condition to enjoy this trip. We strongly suggest that you consult with your physician regarding any concerns as well as possible medications to ease the effects of the high altitude.
A Yellow-fever certificate of vaccination is not required for entry into Brazil, however due to the presence of yellow fever throughout much of Brazil it is highly recommended to obtain a yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days prior to travel. Remember to bring mosquito repellent and lots of sunscreen.
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Argentina?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Brazil?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Peru?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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