Crowned by the towering Andes and tucked between the Amazon and the Pacific, Peru offers a captivating mix of adventure, nature and history. Embedded in every active traveler’s Top Ten List is the ‘great city of the clouds,’ Machu Picchu. Our route takes us there from bustling Lima, to the cobblestone streets of Cusco, from ruin to ruin across the Sacred Valley, and by train and breathtaking footpath over the Inca Trail.
From the Rapids of the Urubamba to the mystical mountains of Machu Picchu, the Land of the Inca begs to be explored.
Stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco, the Inca Empire’s capital and the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Western Hemisphere.
Hike the Inca Trail, a mystical mix of ruins,mountain scenery, lush cloud forest and rich subtropical jungle.
Bike off-road to the Inca site of Moray, and to the ancient salt pools and mines known as the ‘Salinas de Maras.’
Raft class II & III rapids of the Urubamba River through the Sacred Valley conquering the adrenaline inducing ‘train station’ and ‘slider’ rapids.
Horseback Ride on a Peruvian Paso Fino horse.
Savor a plate of fine Peruvian cuisine and unwind in the comfort of the exquisite Hotel Rio Sagrado.
* Due to the limited amount of trail permits available, we strongly suggest booking Inca Trail trips at least 4 months in advance.
Itinerary Peru: Machu Picchu Multisport, click to view and download
Nights 1 & 2: Miraflores Park Hotel 
Set in one of Lima’s most fashionable areas, the Miraflores Park Hotel takes us straight to the heart of all that’s best about this great capital city. Renowned for its beautiful garden location beside the Pacific Ocean, it has breathtaking views out to sea. With colonial architecture, superb museums and shops within easy walking distance, we’ll be situated in a prime local.
Nights 3 & 8: Hotel Monasterio
Right beside the lively Cuzco central square is Hotel Monasterio, a former monastery and national monument dating from 1592. This five-star museum hotel was once a 16th century monastery built on the foundations of an Incan palace. At an elevation of 11,024 feet, you’ll appreciate the spacious, oxygen-enriched rooms.
Nights 4 – 6: Sol Y Luna
A lovely addition to the Sacred Valley of the Inca, the Sol Y Luna hotel has bungalows surrounded by flower gardens. In a tranquil setting, you will find that sleep comes easy in this cozy hotel.
Night 7: Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel‘s private 12-acre cloud forest inside the Machu Picchu Sanctuary offers a scattering of cottages, streams, gushing waterfalls, gardens and wild forest interspersed by stone pathways.
Meals
The hallmark of any Austin-Lehman vacation is the exceptional dining. Half the fun of an ALA vacation is the mouth-watering food! Jump-start each day with a delicious, high-energy breakfast. In the evening, it’s a 5-star restaurant, a campfire barbecue, a trip to a local hotspot or a candle-lit dinner in a private wine cellar.
This itinerary includes (8) breakfasts, (7) lunches and (7) dinners along with snacks and refreshments. Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities are not included in the trip price.
* Due to the limited amount of trail permits available, we strongly suggest booking Inca Trail trips at least 4 months in advance.
Itinerary Peru: Machu Picchu Multisport, click to view and download
Host City: Lima, Peru (LIM)
Day 1: Lima airport reception, evening welcome reception
Day 2: Lima, city tour
Day 3: Cusco, walking city tour of the main square, the Cathedral and the ‘Korikancha’ temple of the sun
Day 4: Sacsayhuaman, Pisac, Indian market, hike mountain side ruins
Day 5: Moray, Maras Inca Salt Mine, bike off-road
Day 6: Ollantaytambo, Urubamba River, whitewater rafting
Day 7: Inca Trail, hike to Machu Picchu
Day 8: Inca Trail, Machu Picchu
Day 9: Cusco to Lima/Departure
Itinerary Peru: Machu Picchu Multisport, click to view and download
It’s your adventure, push yourself knowing you’re being fully support by experienced guides, cheered on by the camaraderie of others and that the reward of an artfully prepared meal and distinctive accommodations await you.
Or Chill! Go at your own pace, indulge in a spa treatment, we’re flexible. It’s all about you.
Hiking – 1 to 2 mile city walks and ruins tours, and a 5-mile challenging hike on the Inca Trail (elevation gain of 2,000 feet).
Whitewater Rafting – class II – III rapids, no experience necessary.
Mountain Biking – up to 15 miles on dirt, moderately difficult.
Horseback Riding – no experience necessary.
* Due to the limited amount of trail permits available, we strongly suggest booking Inca Trail trips at least 4 months in advance.
Itinerary Peru: Machu Picchu Multisport, click to view and download
9 days/8 nights
August 11 – 19, 2013
$4,498 per person double occupancy, plus internal air
Traveling alone and want a room to yourself; single supplement $1,580
Room occupancy, single supplement and shared room assignment details in itinerary
Due to the limited amount of trail permits available, we strongly suggest booking Inca Trail trips at least 4 months in advance.
Itinerary Peru: Machu Picchu Multisport, click to view and download
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