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Amazon to the Andes from G Adventures 11 NIGHTS /12 DAYS FROM $3,071 Get a Quote

Amazon to the Andes from G Adventures

11 NIGHTS /12 DAYS FROM $3,071
Get a Quote

DAY 1 - ARRIVA LIMA

Arrive in Lima at any time. There are no planned activities so check into the hotel and enjoy the city. There is a welcome meeting in the evening.

DAY 2 - TO CUSCO

Hop on a flight to Cusco. Enjoy a free day of shopping and exploring the city. Opt for a city tour.

Take a transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring this fascinating city, and getting used to the altitude.

DAY 3 - TO OLLANTAYTAMBO

Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women’s weaving co-op before exploring the Pisac ruins. Break for lunch at the Planeterra-supported Parwa community restaurant in Huchuy Qosco.  Finish the day exploring the Ollantaytambo ruins with a local guide or wander around the cobblestone Streets and visit a local Chicheria(corn beer bar).

 

DAY 4 - TO INCA TRAIL

Depart Ollantaytambo by van to km 82 where the Inca Trail begins. Ease into the adventure with a straightforward day of hiking the meandering streams, stunning Andean scenery, and ancient Incan ruins.

Trek through beautiful scenery, with a variety of flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.

DAY 5 - INCA TRAIL

Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax.

DAY 6 - INCA TRAIL

Cross two more passes and ruins along the way. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through cloud forest on the gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley.

At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the “Town Above the Clouds.” Camp here or go 1.5 hrs further along, near the Wiñay Wayna ruins (Forever Young) located at 2,650m (8,694 ft).

DAY 7 - TO CUSCO/MACHU PICCHU

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down for a guided tour of the site and enjoy free time to explore until noon as permitted by the tourist ticket. Opt to visit the Inca Bridge, if time allows. Eat and unwind before your train back to Cusco toward the evening.

DAY 8 - CUSCO

Continue to explore Cusco on a free day in the city.

Select to visit and climb the famed Rainbow Mountain, pre-book on the checkout page to remember this discretionary movement for your visit or approach your GCO or trip specialist for help.

DAY 9 - AMAZON JUNGLE

Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized boat to our comfortable and intimate G Lodge Amazon.

After a brief stop in town to store large luggage, drive to the pier and travel by covered motorized boat to the jungle lodge. En route, spot bird species typical of the river and forest edge. The Tambopata Rainforest area holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area.

Local community members make up the majority of lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Take the opportunity to learn about the area’s rich flora and fauna and locals’ extensive use of medicinal plants and other forest plant resources through traditional techniques for building, fishing, and hunting.

DAY 10 - AMAZON JUNGLE

Enjoy guided excursions led by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes and along jungle trails. Spend some time relaxing in a hammock, enjoying the local swimming hole, or visiting a nearby plantation. Go on a caiman-spotting cruise after dinner.

Head out early to capture the wilderness at its most out of control (and coolest). Walk gradually through the woodland looking for natural life some time recently heading out on an oxbow lake by canoe. Seek for boa constrictor, the slippery monster stream otter, or dark caiman. Indeed on the off chance that you do not spot these modest animals, there are bounty of o other birds, interesting plants, and other animals about.

DAY 11 - AMAZON JUNGLE

Fly back to Lima for an optional final dinner and night out.

Enjoy a delicious Amazonian breakfast before heading back to the airport by motorized boat and van. Fly to Lima and opt for a final night out for dinner or Pisco Sours.

DAY 12 -LIMA

Depart at any time.