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From the mystic Nazca Lines to the elegant colonial town of Arequipa, from the lush Amazon Jungle to the vast snow-capped peaks of the Andes, from the highest navigable lake in the world to the driest corner of Ica: Peru has so much to offer. Hike the Inca Trail and visit the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. Take a trip on a canoe and visit
the local communities of Lake Titicacas floating islands, made entirely from the tortora reeds that grow in the lakes shallows. Spot the wildlife of the Amazon, or seize the day with the many locals you will meet on your way. Peru is magic, so come and discover your Peru! David Rousseau, Operations Mgr, Intrepid Andes
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15 days, ex Lima
itiNerary... Day 1 lima Take a walk through Limas wellpreserved historic centre to get a feel for its interesting past. The area around the main plaza has many sites of interest. Days 2-4 *plus Local Payment US$300
Physical culture shock
Puno/lake titicaca Water stretches as far as the eye can see at Lake Titicaca, home to many communities with unique cultures. Be welcomed by locals on an island homestay experience, travel by boat on the calm waters and maybe pick up some quality knitted goods handmade by the local men on Taquile Island. Day 5 cuzco Take time to acclimatise to the citys 3,400 m altitude by taking a slow stroll around the many Inca-built walls that line Cuzcos central streets. Then perhaps visit the stone fortress of Sacsayhuaman, which looks out over the city from a hilltop position - Cuzco is a fascinating city brimming with history and tradition. Day 6 sacred Valley Travel through the Sacred Valley and visit Pisac, known for its colourful artisan market, and Ollantaytambo, a geometrically perfect town. Keep an eye out for the maize crops covering the terraces that are carved high into the valley walls. Days 7-10 inca trail Get up close to the Peruvian wilderness on this challenging hike along the Inca Trail. Enjoy trekking, camping out and stopping to take in the panoramic vistas of snow-capped mountain peaks along the way. Amazing Machu Picchu is the final destination. Theres plenty of time here to wander around the many buildings and a chance to marvel at the breathtaking ruins. Day 11 cuzco Back in Cuzco, enjoy free time to rest or do some more exploring of the Urubamba River. For those hankering for more information about the Incas, head to the Museo Inka to spend the afternoon in this fascinating museum. Days 12-13 amazon Jungle Head out into the glistening jungle with our local guides. Spot macaws, monkeys, peccary, otters and thousands of butterflies in the thick virgin jungle of the Amazon. A simple, but comfortable, eco-lodge is home for the night. Days 14-15 lima A canoe trip back to civilisation, then its on to Lima for some more sightseeing opportunities. Visit the many fine museums, descend into the creepy catacombs, view the changing of the guard at the Palacio de Gobierno or head to the cosmopolitan coastal districts to try some tasty seafood.
Above: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Artisans, Peru - David Pannett Below: Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Llama, Peru - Chris Cordall accoMMoDatioN Simple hotels (8 nts), homestay (1 nt), jungle lodge (2 nts), camping (3 nts) traNsPort Plane, train, boat, canoe, local bus, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals All meals while at the jungle lodge, when hiking the Inca Trail and homestay at Lake Titicaca BuDGet Allow US$170 for meals not included DeParts Selected Mon and Wed GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes 1. For further details and specific notes regarding hiking the Inca Trail, please see the special Inca Trail Notes page, p24. 2. In January 2008 this trip will depart on Mon and from February 2008 onwards it will depart on Wed traVeller ratiNG 4.56 out of 5 start 2008 07 Jan 14 Jan 21 Jan 28 Jan 06 Feb 20 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr 23 Apr 30 Apr 07 May 14 May 21 May 28 May 04 Jun Finish 21 Jan 28 Jan 04 Feb 11 Feb 20 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 02 Apr 16 Apr 23 Apr 30 Apr 07 May 14 May 21 May 28 May 04 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jun 02 Jul 05 Jul 09 Jul 16 Jul 19 Jul 23 Jul 30 Jul 06 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Aug 03 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24 Sep 01 Oct 08 Oct 25 Jun 02 Jul 09 Jul 16 Jul 19 Jul 23 Jul 30 Jul 02 Aug 06 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Aug 03 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24 Sep 01 Oct 08 Oct 15 Oct 22 Oct 15 Oct 29 Oct 12 Nov 26 Nov 10 Dec 24 Dec 2009 07 Jan 14 Jan 21 Jan 04 Feb 18 Feb 04 Mar 18 Mar 25 Mar 01 Apr 08 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 29 Apr 29 Oct 12 Nov 26 Nov 10 Dec 24 Dec 07 Jan 21 Jan 28 Jan 04 Feb 18 Feb 04 Mar 18 Mar 01 Apr 08 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 29 Apr 06 May 13 May 06 May 13 May 20 May 27 May 03 Jun 10 Jun 13 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 20 May 27 May 03 Jun 10 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 01 Jul 08 Jul 11 Jul
" experience the indigenous cultures of lake titicaca " step back in time in the sacred Valley " trek the inca trail " learn the secrets of the infamous coca leaf " explore the amazon Jungle " savour traditional ceviche in coastal lima
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The whole experience was so much more than I could possibly have imagined. A fantastic holiday, extremely well organised, knowledgeable leaders, fun and overall outstanding! Anna Kemp
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