{"product_id":"wonders-of-peru","title":"Wonders of Peru","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeru offers something for everyone from the unbelievable Amazon Rainforest to magnificent Lake Titicaca and fascinating ancient civilizations. Take part in a small group tour like no other where nature lovers can marvel at diverse flora and fauna, culture enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the Peruvian lifestyle, and history buffs can visit archaeological sites of the Incan empire. This incredible adventure includes return international full-service flights, 3 domestic flights, 13 nights of lodge and 4-star accommodation, 21 meals including daily breakfast and so much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuration: 16 Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eItinerary:\u003cbr\u003e\n1: Australia (or New Zealand) - Lima, Peru — Today you'll depart from Australia (or New Zealand) to Lima, Peru. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to transfer you to the hotel where you can then enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Lima is a huge and fascinating city, you'll find that it's a melting pot of all things Peruvian where world-famous restaurants sit alongside ancient archaeological sites. Known as \"The City of Kings\", the Peruvian capital is packed with stunning colonial architecture, huge religious buildings, the seat of government and other important structures. Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on Day 0. Affected customers must be at the airport the night before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documentation which you will receive before departure. Some customers may experience and extended layover. Lounge passes may be purchased at your own expense.\u003cbr\u003e\n2: Lima City Tour — This morning, after breakfast, set off on a city tour of Lima, starting with a brief stop at the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, an ancient pre-Inca ceremonial centre, before continuing to Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre. Explore the Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city, surrounded by grand colonial and Republican-era buildings with their signature carved wooden balconies. Iconic landmarks border the square, including the Government Palace, Lima Cathedral, Archbishop’s Palace, Municipal Palace and the Palace of the Union. From the square, walk to the Convent of San Francisco, one of Peru’s most important religious sites. Founded in the 1530s and completed in 1766, this remarkable complex has withstood centuries of earthquakes. Inside, its historic library preserves over 25,000 rare volumes in Spanish, English and Quechua — some dating back to the 16th century. The convent is built around a tranquil courtyard planted with mango and lucuma (yellow sapote) trees, while its walls feature striking murals of St Francis of Assisi. Among the highlights are a golden Baroque altarpiece and Diego de la Puerto’s famous 1696 painting of The Last Supper — notably featuring guinea pigs and potatoes on the table. Descend into the eerie San Francisco Catacombs, Lima’s largest. Once a burial site for more than 25,000 people, the catacombs were in use until 1808 and rediscovered in 1947. Today, they fascinate visitors with their macabre yet intriguing arrangements of bones in geometric patterns. After this memorable exploration of Lima’s history, return to the hotel where you can enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.\u003cbr\u003e\n3: Lima - Puerto Maldonado — Today you'll embark on your Amazonian adventure so after breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival, you will be met by a specialised Amazon tour representative for the start of your time in the Amazon. Please note, due to luggage and space limitations on the boats during your stay at the Amazon, you will only be allowed to bring a small bag\/suitcase with your essentials. It is highly recommended to pre-pack a smaller bag with just the essentials needed for this portion of your trip to the Amazon. The remainder of your luggage can be kept at port in Puerto Maldonado at no additional cost. Puerto Maldonado is Peru’s capital of biodiversity and is the gateway to the Amazon. You will be transported to Puerto Capitanía, the port where your riverboat will be waiting. You'll then set sail across the Rio Bajo Madre de Dios (Winding River) until arriving at the lodge, approximately 30 kilometres away from Puerto Maldonado City. On the way to the lodge, watch out for diverse animals such as the capybaras, caimans, water turtles, herons, cormorants, carrion birds and birds of prey. Once at the lodge, you will be welcomed with delicious Amazonian tropical fruit and a hearty lunch which is served in the rustic dining room.\u003cbr\u003e\n4: Puerto Maldonado — After breakfast, you'll embark on a hike deep into the forest on well-maintained trails. On the way, cross the riverside to reach high-elevation forests before descending into floodable forests. During the journey, you will see a wide range of flora and fauna in the wild before arriving at the majestic Lake Apu Victor which is surrounded by immense swamps and gigantic trees. You'll then go up to an Amazonian observation deck where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the lake while observing parrots, macaws, toucans, horned screamers, hoatzins, herons, caimans, turtles and more.\u003cbr\u003e\n5: Puerto Maldonado — The magic begins as you wake up to the sounds of birds singing and monkeys howling before enjoying a hearty breakfast that will provide you with the necessary energy for a morning full of new experiences. Your day starts as you join a local guide for a hike deep in the virgin forest where you will cover well-maintained trails. You'll cross temporary water courses (called tributaries) along well-kept bridges and witness a wide range of flora and fauna. You’ll identify a great variety of ornamental plants with unparalleled beauty and may spot bigger mammals like the Peruvian jaguar, Brazilian tapir, white-lipped peccary, capybara and spotted paca.\u003cbr\u003e\n6: Puerto Maldonado - Cusco - Sacred Valley — This morning you'll enjoy breakfast before departing the lodge and transferring to Puerto Maldonado Airport in preparation for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, a tour representative will be at the airport to meet and greet you before making a short stop in Chinchero on the way to the Sacred Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\n7: Sacred Valley — The Sacred Valley of the Incas is a beautiful valley that is located north of Cusco, it's also called the Urubamba Valley as it extends from Pisac to Ollantaytambo while being irrigated by the Urubamba River. Civilizations have inhabited this valley since at least 800 BC when the Chanapata civilization arrived here.\u003cbr\u003e\n8: Machu Picchu — Today you'll have an early start at approximately 06:00 when you will be picked up and taken to the station to board the train to Aguas Calientes.\u003cbr\u003e\n9: Cusco City Tour — This afternoon, you'll board the train back to Ollantaytambo where you'll be picked up and taken on a guided tour of beautiful Cusco.\u003cbr\u003e\n10: Cusco Free Day — After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Cusco at your own leisure.\u003cbr\u003e\n14: Lima, Peru - Australia (or New Zealand) — Today, at the appropriate time, you’ll make your own way to the airport in preparation for your return flight to Australia (or New Zealand).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInclusions: Return international full-service flights (economy class), surcharges may apply, 3 internal flights (economy class) from Lima to Puerto Maldonado, Puerto Maldonado to Cusco, and Puno to Lima, 10 nights of 4-star accommodation, 3 nights of lodge accommodation in the Amazon, Enjoy 21 meals including daily breakfast and all meals while at the lodge in the Amazon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSource: https:\/\/www.tripadeal.com.au\/deals\/5052-wonders-of-peru\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TrendyDeals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44017440358488,"sku":null,"price":6999.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/4892\/8088\/files\/5052_Wonders_of_Peru_WEB_HERO_1_Machu_Picchu.jpg?v=1776839059","url":"https:\/\/trendydeals.com.au\/products\/wonders-of-peru","provider":"Trendydeals.com.au","version":"1.0","type":"link"}