Belmond Andean Explorer: Peruvian Highlands Cusco – Puno – Arequipa 3 Days Tour
Cusco, Peru
Belmond Andean Explorer: Peruvian Highlands Cusco – Puno – Arequipa 3 Days Tour
Cusco, Peru
Price
$5540
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OVERVIEW
Overview
Cusco – Puno – Arequipa: Embrace slow travel through the vibrant diversity of Peru
Take your time exploring the breathtaking diversity of Peru’s natural wonders aboard South America’s first luxury train. From traditional textile patterns to kaleidoscopic sunsets, watch as your surroundings burst into color from your private luxury cabin or the open-air observation car. From peaceful Lake Titicaca to the famous floating island of Uros, marvel at the memorable destinations while sampling cutting edge Peruvian cuisine using Andean ingredients. Between unique curated tours and serene spa rituals, the Andean Explorer is the most luxurious way to experience Peru in motion.
Group Price
- The price per person for group expeditions are fixed based on a group size. However, we have optional arrangements for individual private and tailor-made preferences best suited for you, your family and friends.
- All prices are based on shared accommodation. Please inquire for a 1 guest private room accommodation quote
- Prices listed are not final. Please inquire for your final price quote.
| 1 pax | 2 pax | 3 /4 pax | 5/7 pax | 8/10 pax | 11/14 pax | 15/16 pax | 17/20 pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $ 7,095.43 | $ 5,540.40 | $ 5,535.60 | $ 5,533.20 | $ 5,532.00 | $ 5,532.00 | $ 5,532.00 | $ 5,530.80 |
Included/Excluded
- All transfers indicated in the itinerary
- All tours indicated in the itinerary
- Guided tours as mentioned in the itinerary (Local official guide in english or spanish)
- All meals specified in the itinerary
- All entrance fees to the above mentioned excursions
- All applicable taxes
- NATURE HORIZONS souvenir
- International and domestic flights
- Airport & aerodrome taxes
- Excess baggage
- Alcoholic drinks, soda, or bottled mineral water
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- International or national personal telephone calls
- Meals not mentioned
ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUSCO / PUNO
Welcome to Andean Explorer!
Please meet your Nature Horizons representative in the lobby at the agreed-upon time for your private transfer to Wanchaq Train Station, where your scheduled travel awaits.
Board the Andean Explorer in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Incan Empire. Get comfortable and relax in your luxury cabin as the train begins its journey southeast to Puno. Enjoy your first onboard lunch in one of the elegant dining cars. Refined Andean specialties are served with a contemporary touch. Take in the sensational La Raya mountain range at one of our stops before getting ready for an elegant dinner onboard.
Afterward, you can head to the bar car and chat with your fellow travelers as the train continues its journey to Lake Titicaca, where it will remain parked overnight.
- Overnight onboard
- Meals included: — /Lunch / Dinner
DAY 2: PUNO / AREQUIPA
Wake up early to be dazzled by the stunning sunrise over Lake Titicaca, followed by a delicious onboard breakfast. Today’s tour explores the eclectic beauty and rich biodiversity of Lake Titicaca, the largest lake in South America, which also houses several islands. You will then take a traditional boat ride to the islands of the Uros, extraordinary artificial islands created from carefully woven reeds that are constantly renewed.
Have lunch onboard before heading to the Saracocha Lagoon. On the way, enjoy some cocktails and canapés onboard before arriving at Saracocha, where we will spend the night and enjoy a wonderful dinner.
- Overnight onboard
- Meals included: Breakfast /Lunch / Dinner
DAY 3: AREQUIPA
Watch the sunrise surrounded by the impressive landscape of Lake Lagunillas and then enjoy a delicious breakfast. Next, visit the Sumbay Caves, home to fascinating cave paintings estimated to be over 8,000 years old. Return for lunch as the train continues its journey to Arequipa. Here we say goodbye before you disembark for either a panoramic tour of the city or for your transfer to the airport.
Please note: You can choose to leave the train early in Cañahuas and continue your journey to explore the Colca Canyon. In this wide area of impressive beauty and one of the deepest canyons in the world, you will see countless examples of Incan and pre-Incan architecture along with alpacas, eagles and the imposing Andean Condor. Additional terms apply.
- Meals included: Breakfast /Lunch / —
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ACCOMMODATION
| Accommodation | Category | Total No of Nights |
| On board accommodation | Suite Cabin | 2 Nights |
FAQ's
Do you arrange international airfare?
We arrange trips to Peru, Bolivia, and the Galapagos Islands and can arrange domestic flights within these countries, or international flights between them. We specialize in ground arrangements (drivers, transfers, trains, boats etc in our region) as opposed to flights, so are unable to offer international flights to or from your departure country.
When to Go?
We recommend traveling to Cusco during the drier season – May to October is ideal. Travel from November to March can sometimes include heavy downpours. We recommend you allocate at least a full day to visit Cusco, and to visit after exploring the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu which are at lower altitude. Most of the key sites of interest are easily walkbale, but spectacular ruins like Sacsayhuaman or lesser-visited sites are usually more convenient with a car.
Where to Shop in Cusco?
CUSCO CITY
Cusco is the gateway to the world-famous Inca citadel of Machu Picchu where crisp mountain air and clear Andean sky provide the perfect backdrop to the city’s cobbled streets
Cusco was considered the navel of the earth and the capital of the Inca empire – an empire that at its peak spanned north to Colombia, south to Chile and Argentina, and west across the Andes to the Amazon basin. The Incas were outstanding stonemasons and town planners which can still be noted today admiring the walls that serve as foundations to colonial buildings. Cusco is not only culturally fascinating and beautiful to look at, but also easily walkable on foot.
SHOPPING IN CUSCO
Cusco offers a wide range of shops where you can pick up high quality textiles and crafts. The Center for Traditional Textiles has a shop and small on-site museum to explain the importance of traditional textiles in Peru – you can normally see women weaving on their looms at the center’s shop
Where to Eat?
A hands-on cooking class with a professional chef or sampling food tour by day or night is a great way to explore the vast variety of ingredients found in Cusco. There is a lively restaurant scene where you can find anything from stone-baked pizzas, juicy burgers and sushi, to more local delicacies like ‘cuy’ (guinea pig); we recommend trying the latter at Pachapapa restaurant in the San Blas district. Other top restaurants include La Cicciolina and MAP Café in the Pre-Colombian Art Museum, which rustles up gourment cuisine. Chocolate-lovers should stop off in the Choco Museo for free sampling!
Will my mobile phone work in Peru?
Phone and internet coverage is quite good in cities and even some rural areas, including Machu Picchu – though there is no phone coverage on the train ride to Machu Picchu. Most foreign smartphones work in the region if you have an international calling and data plan. If your phone is unlocked you can buy a local SIM card that will work for use while traveling.
What Should I pack?
Given Peru’s diverse geography, you’re likely to experience different climates whatever time of year you travel. We strongly recommend brining layers which makes it easier to deal with changing temperatures, especially in the Andes. We provide detailed packing lists if you book with us, with general suggestions alongside recommendations for specific activities or destination, like hiking or visiting the Amazon. Outside of Lima, in the main tourist destinations travelers tend to dress quite casually, including at hotels. We recommend you bring proper footwear for walking around cities, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu.
Key suggestions:
- Comfortable sneakers or hiking boots
- Short and long-sleeved t-shirts
- Rain gear
- A fleece jacket
- Jeans or casual trousers
- Camera
- Backpack
- Insect repellent, lip balm and sun block
- Binoculars
What currency do I need to bring?
Peruvian Sol is the currency of Peru. Although US Dollars are often accepted in larger hotels, shops and restaurants in larger cities and tourist destinations like Cusco, they are not always accepted. As such, we recommend you always travel with local currency especially for smaller purchases in shops, markets and local restaurants.
Exchanging US Dollars and Euros into Peruvian Sol is possible in banks, by official moneychangers on the street (who you can recognize as by their vests and official IDs), in the airport, hotels, money exchange houses and in some shops (in small towns). The exchange rate is generally the same with the exception of hotels where it tends to be set at a slightly less advantageous rate. Please bear in mind that $100 bills can be difficult to change so it is better to have smaller bills. Dollars are easier to change than Euros. Any ripped US dollar bills (even with slight tears) are usually not accepted.
Visa, Mastercard and American Express are also generally accepted in Peru, although Visa is more widely accepted. When making purchases with a credit card, you may have to pay a 5-6% surcharge and may have to present your passport to make the purchase.
If using traveler cheques, we recommend changing these at banks. Traveler’s cheques are often only cashed in local currency (Soles). For security reasons we highly recommend you use ATM machines in airports and hotels rather than on the street.
Unfortunately, forged notes (both dollars and local currency) abound in some countries in the region, so be sure to examine your notes by feeling their texture and looking for watermarks
Can I rent a car in Peru?
Renting a car in Peru is possible on a tourist visa. However, our tailor-made trips include a dedicated driver. There are certain disadvantages to hiring a car in Peru, including the fact that more rural areas (including the Sacred Valley) do not have signage (or mapper properly on google maps etc). Some roads are of poor quality, depending on the regions you visit, and generally speaking driving standards are less rigorous in Peru than more developed countries, so you need to be a very experienced and confident driver.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is not usually a requirement, but we strongly recommend you do have insurance. We will request proof of medical insurance for some specific activities (e.g. lodge-to-lodge treks) that includes evacuation coverage if you’re in a remote location. We strongly recommend you travel with insurance whatever your activities, to cover you for flight cancellations, theft, lost luggage and general cancellation by you in the event that you are unable to carry out your trip due to illness or unforeseen circumstances. It should also cover you for potential medical expenses incurred during travel in case of illness or accident.
Do I need any vaccinations to travel to Peru?
We strongly recommend that you visit your health care provider for professional clinical advice and the most up-to-date requirements, in accordance with your personal health and medical history.
Vaccinations and malaria pills:
No specific vaccination is required to enter Peru. Nevertheless, for those travelling to the rainforest, the yellow fever vaccination is recommended by the CDC and WHO. Travel in Peru’s rainforest regions previously required a yellow fever vaccination, and although rules are less strict, it is not unheard of for certification to be requested. The vaccination is normally required or recommended for all rainforest regions around the world and must be administered at least 15 days before arrival. If you are continuing your travels directly from Peru, please check to verify whether a valid certificate of vaccination is required for entry to your next destination. Additionally, for certain areas of the rainforest, malaria pills are recommended but not required. It is best to consult with your health care provider before you travel.
Altitude Considerations:
There are a few different ways to alleviate the potential side-effects of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), also known as Soroche, during your trip. Diamox can help when it is taken a couple of days prior to ascending and a couple of days once at altitude. Once you are in Peru, a natural remedy is coca tea, which is helpful during your stay at high altitude. You should also drink plenty of water before your flight to high altitude and during your stay. Eating lightly before and upon arrival and resting also minimize the effects of altitude, which can include headaches, shortness of breath, fatigue, nausea or loss of appetite. Arriving a few days before the start of a trek at high altitude will help your body naturally acclimatize. Nature Horizons deliberately arranges itineraries to spend time in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu before Cusco (at higher elevation), to adjust to the altitude more easily.
Personal medical kit:
Our guides are equipped with basic medical kits, but you may want to bring some of your own medication, especially for treks or adventure activities e.g. antidiarrhetics (Imodium), Pepto Bismol for stomach pain, antihistamines (both capsules and balm), analgesics, band aids and blister plasters and insect repellent. There are pharmacies in all cities and towns in Peru, but if you have specific medical needs bring your medication with you.
How do I book and pay?
All of the itineraries on our website are examples, as we always tailormake every trip to suit each traveler. Just contact us to let us know what you’re interested in doing and we’ll design a tailormade itinerary for you. You can pay either by bank transfer, or online with Visa, Mastercard or Amex. Depending on how soon your trip is, we may ask for a deposit payment first.
Do you arrange group or join-in tours?
At Nature Horizons we only arrange private tours. We do not offer group tours on a join-in basis with a set departure date. We occasionally offer one-off special departure group trips which we will announce on our website. Past trips have included a special lecture cruise in the Amazon or founder-led trip to Uyuni. If you’ve already formed your own group then we would be delighted to assist. We have designed tailormade trips for many groups, from multi-generational families to specialist interest groups and societies visiting Peru.
Do you arrange trips for solo travelers?
Since all of our itineraries are tailormade, we’re happy to design trips for solo travelers, whether you plan to travel alone for part of the journey or all of it.
Do I need a visa to visit Peru?
This depends on your passport. Citizens of most Western European nations and the USA and Canada who are entering Peru as tourists do not require visas in advance and receive visas on arrival. Anyone traveling with a US passport does, however, need a visa for Bolivia, though not Ecuador.
Travelers who require visas in advance can normally obtain them from embassies or consulates in their countries of residence. For specific and timely information please contact your nearest Consulate. For citizens requiring visas, Nature Horizons is able to provide documentation to support the intended purpose of visit (e.g. visa letter).
What is the brief history of Peru?
Peru is full of an innumerable amount of stories, myths, and legends, coming from all the ancient civilizations that have occupied the Peruvian lands. All these civilizations and cultures had amazing stories; the name of Peru also has its own story.
It is said that many centuries ago, when the Spaniards arrived, they asked the inhabitants about the name of the territory they just came to. The inhabitants answered them and said that it was called Virú. The Spaniards, without being able to pronounce the name Virú, decided to call it Peru.
How do I get to Peru?
There are a range of options depending on where you’re starting from. Almost all international flights arrive into Peru’s capital, Lima. From the US there are direct flights from many major US cities, like New York, Miami, Dallas, Atlanta and LA across a range of airlines like America, United, Continental, Delta, JetBlue and LATAM. If traveling from Europe, there are similarly direct flights from hubs like Madrid (e.g. with Iberia) and London (British Airways). There are good connections with other South American countries like Colombia (Avianca) and Chile (LATAM). There are very limited international flights to Cusco from Colombia, with Avianca.
When is the best time to travel to Peru?
Peru is a year-round travel destination. Due to dramatic geographical diversity – with jungle, desert and mountains – the weather in Peru will vary from region to region at any given time of year. The Andes and Machu Picchu sees a dry and rainy season, with the months either side of this forming a shoulder season when weather will vary. It is dry season from May to October with daytime temperatures of 18-25º C / 65-77º F. Rainy season runs from December to March, with daytime temperatures of 20-26º C / 68-79º F. The highest chance of rain is usually in late January and February. The shoulder season months at the start and end of the rainy season – April and November – see less chance of rainfall.
In Lima and along the desert coast – including the beaches of Mancora and Moche Route – there is little to no precipitation. Lima is humid and can be more overcast between May and October. Average daytime temperatures are 23-28º C / 74-82ºF In the Rainforest, the dry and rainy seasons are the same as the mountains but the temperature is higher and fluctuates relatively little year-round, with an average temperature of 21-30º C / 70-86º F.
There are also many colofrul, traditional festivals that take place across Peru, especially in Cusco, which can be great to catch when traveling here. Key festivals include Candelaria (Lake Titicaca, February), Easter Week (nationwide), Señor de los Temblores (Cusco, March), Corpus Christi (Cusco, May) and Señor de los Milagros (Lima, October).
What are the best places to go to in Peru as a tourist?
Peru has a large variety of destinations for tourists in its entire territory.
Trip Advisor published its ranking of the 25 most popular destinations in South America in 2013, and within it, there are 10 Peruvian destinations that appear on the list. These destinations are:
● Machu Picchu (Cusco): occupying the first spot
● The Sacred Valley of the Incas (Cusco): occupying the third spot
● Sacsayhuaman (Cusco): occupying the fifth spot
● The Monastery of Santa Catalina (Arequipa): occupying the ninth spot
● Pisac (Cusco): occupying the tenth spot
● The Plaza de Armas in Cusco (Cusco): occupying the eleventh spot
● Cusco’s Cathedral (Cusco): occupying the sixteenth spot
● The Temple of the Sun-Qoricancha (Cusco): occupying the eighteenth spot
● The Temple in Ollantaytambo (Cusco): occupying the twenty-first spot
● Moray (Cusco): occupying the twenty-third spot
How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located in Peru?
● Peru has 11 renowned places that are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and they are:
● The City of Cusco
● The Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
● The Chavin Archaeological Site
● The Huascarán National Park
● The Chan Chan Archaeological Site
● The Manu National Park
● The Historic Center of Lima
● The Rio Abiseo National Park
● The Nazca Lines and the Pampas of Jumana
● The Historic Center of Arequipa
● Caral
What is the geography and climate of Peru like?
Peru is one of the countries with the greatest diversity in the whole world. It is a mega diverse country, containing 11 eco regions and 84 areas of life out of a total of 117 in the entire world.
Peru has a large variety of landscapes, owing to the geographic conditions that are within its entire territory. There is also a large amount of diversity in natural resources.
The territory of Peru is divided into three different regions according to the altitudes that are in the country:
The Coast: this region takes up 11% of the country, comprised of a long stretch of land bathing along the Pacific Ocean filled with valleys, beaches, and deserts.
Climate: The coastal region has a warm temperate climate, with high humidity and dense mist. The temperature can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius.
The coastal region is comprised of two different climates:
In the northern part, there are warm temperatures with the presence of rain during the months of November and December.
On the other side, in the central and southern parts, there are two noticeable seasons: winter (April to October) and summer (November to March).
The Mountains: The Mountain region occupies 30% of the country’s land. This is the mountainous area of Peru, owing to the presence of the Andes mountain range. This region has different eco regions within its different levels of altitude, revealing beautiful landscapes like that of the Huascarán, the highest peak in Peru.
Climate: The climate in the Mountains is dry and temperate with varying temperatures throughout the day.
The Jungle: The Jungle region takes up 59% of the country of Peru and contains an abundance of tropical vegetation. In this region, the huge nature reserves of Peru are located here.
Climate: The climate of the jungle region is humid and tropical with a large amount of precipitation.
What is the historic Capital?
The historic capital is Cusco.
What is the capital of Peru?
The capital of Peru is Lima.
What other languages and/or indigenous languages are there in Peru?
Peru has 47 indigenous languages, the majority of them spoken in the Amazonian jungle of Peru. The most well known of these languages are: Shipibo, Asháninca, Aguaruna, and Jaqaru
What are the official languages of Peru?
The official languages are Spanish, Quechua and Aymara.
What is the currency of Peru?
The currency of Peru is the nuevo sol.
How large is the size of the country of Peru?
Peru is the third largest country in South America in size and one of the 20 largest countries in size in the world, comprised of 1,285,215.6 square kilometers.
What Countries Border Peru?
The Peruvian territory is bordered by Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. The borders take the following form:
To the north: bordered by Ecuador and Colombia
To the south: bordered by Chile
To the east: bordered by Brazil and Bolivia
To the west: bordered by the Pacific Ocean
Where is Peru Located?
Peru is located in the western part of South America, and is comprised of 24 regions, and one constitutional province, which is that of Callao.
PACKING LIST
WHAT YOU HAVE TO TAKE WITH YOU FOR THE TOUR
- Original passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
- Valid university card (if you booked as a student)
- Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
- Water storage: 2-3L reusable bottles (please do not bring disposable)
- Comfortable hiking boots with ankle support
- Sleeping bag (can be rented from SAM Travel)
- Headlamp: essential
- Toilet Paper, hand sanitizer, and small plastic bags
Notes:
- Rates are listed in American dollars and include the taxes and service charge for non-residents in Peru
- Tour rates are per person unless we specified a different option
- Prices are valid until Apr 15th 2024
- Prices are not valid from June 22nd to 26th (The Inti Raymi “Festival of the Sun” – June 24th), Christmas, and New Year. Ask for prices
- Prices are subject to change without previous notice
- This is only a quote not a confirmation of services
- Train tickets are not refundable, not endorsable, and not transferable
- Air tickets are not refundable, not endorsable, and not transferable
- The reservations can only be confirmed when the tour package will be requested formally
- In the case of non-room availability in the hotels mentioned above, we will use hotels of a similar category
- There are not booked services for this quote
- As Peru is becoming a popular country for tourists, we recommend planning your visit in advance
- The present document is only a quote, the confirmation is subject to the availability of places when the reservations are requested.
- Nature Horizons reserves the right to alter the program
- It is important to mention that Nature Horizons works by and for the client and it will look for the best for its clients not only when they book or travel but also when for a reasonable situation they have to cancel
- Passport, visa, and health requirements for you and your party is your responsibility. We recommend you obtain travel insurance against cancellation and medical coverage
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