Rainforest Tanbopata, Puerto Maldonado, Machu Picchu 9 Days

Rainforest Tanbopata, Puerto Maldonado, Machu Picchu 9 Days

Tambopata – Candamo is located to the east and south of Puerto Maldonado. It consists of 1.5 million hectares (3.5 million acres) in the regions of Madre de Dios and Puno. National Reserve has been the subject of numerous television documentaries . We invite you to visit one of the largest macaw clay licks and mammals in the world. You can also visit the pristine Lake Sandoval . In this region , a person can walk a mile through the jungle and never find two trees of the same species . Much of this diversity is due to the flora, the millions of species of insects and animals, hot, and humid climate.

Like the Manu National Park , Tambopata National Reserve protects a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife, including lakes , caimans , giant otters, spectacular waterfalls , amazing clay licks visites hundreds of macaws , monkeys and tapirs , different nesting birds, rivers with white beaches for camping. All these wonders attract tourists scientists and wildlife photographers.

• Day 1: Cusco – Puerto Maldonado.
• Day 2: Lake Sandoval.
• Day 3: Parrot Clay Lick – Puerto Maldonado.
• Day 4: Cuzco City Tour.
• Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas – Aguas Calientes ( Machu Picchu ).
• Day 6: Machupicchu the “Lost City of the Incas”.
• Day 7: Raqchi and other Places of Interest.
• Day 8: Lake Titicaca Tour.
• Day 9: End of tour.

Rainforest Tanbopata, Puerto Maldonado, Machu Picchu 9 Days

Day 1: Cusco – Puerto Maldonado.

As soon as you arrive at the puerto maldonado airport, our guides, will pick you up to lead you to the city center where you can visit the exotic local markets, of course depending on the time of arrival in this city, it is currently possible to use our facilities in the city to leave some of you luggage something you don’t need to use in the rainforest. Then everyone aboard the boat, down to the river our exotic hotel usually it is at this point where you will have lunch, enjoying the scenery of the Amazon River. As soon as we arrive at our hostel,lodge, the employee will welcome us with a characteristic drink our Amazon rainforest is also the time to know our accommodations and relax a bit.

In the afternoon we will take the boat for about 30 minutes this will lead you to Monkey Island ( spider monkey, capuchin, squirrel, etc. ), At least 3-4 species can be observed in this area in addition to rodents birds and otters can be seen in the area. After we returned to our lodge, at night we have a delicious traditional dinner, nighttime activities are possible depending to the organization of your guide.

Day 2: Lake Sandoval.

Early after breakfast, you will take a walk of about an hour and a half to reach the vicinity of one of the most beautiful stretches of the Amazon rainforest, Lake Sandoval which shows a unique and harmonious landscape, flora complemented with fauna, in addition to a host of endangered species such as the Giant Otter, which with a little luck can be observed in the vicinity. During this visit we will use a small boat, which will help us to explore the lake, where it is possible to see birds, some types of fish, turtles, etc. . In the afternoon we have a walk through the vastness of the jungle, visiting areas where the size of the trees are huge, you will be impressed for the greatness of the trees out in the middle of the Amazon jungle.

Day 3: Parrot Clay Lick – Puerto Maldonado.

In the morning, we left early, heading to the parrot clay lick where a unique spectacle awaits us. You need to travel for an hour and a half to reach the area where a clay wall provides recourse to dozens of parrots, which congregate daily to ingest early this clay in this area, after enjoying this spectacle of nature, we headed to the city of Puerto Maldonado for our flight it will lead us to Cusco.

Day 4:Cuzco City Tour.

Reception at the airport in Cusco and transfer to the hotel, a cup of coca tea as a gift from the ancients inkas it is a god start .Between 1:45 and 2:00 pm we will begin the guided city tour, where visitors will have the opportunity to visit 6 locations .The cathedral of cuzco,” Koricancha ” ( temple of the gold), a place that can no fail to impress us. one of the most important Inca Religious temples.

This archaeological site is located in the heart of the city (Cuzco ), a few blocks from the Plaza de Armas. Then we will visit to the 12 angles wall once we finish taking photos we will move to the plaza main square and the most richest in gold the cathedral of cuzco. Next, the magnificent Sacsayhuaman (head of the puma) majestic place with impressive works in stone, one of them heavier than 120 tons. These stones were transported by Inca workers from remote sites. Here the famous Inti Raymi or Festival of the Sun takes place on June 24 of each year. Just 200 m.

Sacsayhuaman is our next destination: Q’enqo ( Labyrinth) religious center dedicated to the cult of the Earth and, according to some theories, funerary rituals. Tambomachay and puka pukara. Situated at 3.700 m of sea level a Quechua word ( Tampu machay ) the place where people can rest a short period of time. it could also be the bath of the Ñusta ( the Inca princess) it is also believed the sanctuary to the cult of.

Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas – Aguas Calientes ( Machu Picchu ).

Today we will visit the Sacred Valley of the Incas, craft markets and the amazing archaeological sites that make this tour an unforgettable place to visit, visit the artisan market of Pisac, where works in ceramics, silver, textiles and others are waiting for you, after visiting this quaint town we headed to the top of the mountain where we find the archaeological site with its huge buildings and other agricultural terraces that are still standing more than 500 years, after visiting this place we continue our tour along the river WILCAMAYU (sacred river ) go to Urubamba where you will have free time for lunch, then continue to Ollantaytambo one of the few places in Cusco and Peru where people still use as dwellings Inca constructions, the religious part is located on the top of the mountain where the temple of the sun is casting its grandeur; here end will have free time to continue walking in the village and take photos, or have a coffee in the different restaurants there at 19:00 hours must be in the train station to take us, ( the train station is a 10 minute walk from the Plaza de Ollantaytambo ) there, we will take our train to Aguas Calientes ( Machu Picchu village – 02 hours ) from here you will be taken to your chosen hotel and some of you the night still offers you many choices one of them the hot spring water pool it gives you some relaxation moments.

Day 6: Machupicchu the “Lost City of the Incas”.

An early breakfast once you get ready you go up to the archaeological site of Machu Picchu by bus, the trip takes 20 minutes, in here our private tour guide will take you to the most impresive buildings and temples and also the terraces you necesarely will have free time to wander around and take photos until 3 pm ( the park is open until 17:00 hours) at this time you have the option of visiting Machu Picchu on your own and if you can climb the mountain Waynapicchu Waynapicchu mountain, after the tour you will get back to Aguas Calientes ( by bus) there will be free time for late lunch, then we have to be at the train station to return , our train leaves 6:45 pm, must be half an hour before the train station, this train will take you to Ollantaytambo (02 hours journey ) from here our driver will pick you up and take you to Cusco (01 hour journey ) to your chosen hotel.

Day 7: Raqchi and other Places of Interest.

Today you will get up to an early start .we start by driving to south direction on our way we will stop first at ANDAHUAYLILLAS, it is LOCATED to the south of the city of Cusco 3150 meters sea level.

ANDAHUAYLILLAS. Here you find the “Sixtine Chapel of Peru”, a church that is home to golden altars, paintings and many colored ceilings. The chapel is simple and unassuming on the outside, but on the inside you’ll find masterpiece after masterpiece. Also some paintings from famous “Escuela Cuzqueña” can be appreciated Raqchi -This complex is located in the district of San Pedro de Cacha, Canchis province , Cusco department at 3460 meters above sea level on the slopes of the volcano Quimsachata . Archaeologists have divided into 5 main areas Temple of Viracocha , Plazas, Colcas, Mesapata and other sectors, plus an artificial water lake in front of the temple and a wall surrounding the entire complex.

Temple of Viracocha in Raqchi Temple of Viracocha ‘. You can see the remains of the central wall. It should be noted how the base is polished stone Tawantinsuyu (145-1532) and the rest in bricks made of clay, we will see the rest of circular columns that helped sustain the huge roof “two waters”. Once we arrive to puno we will have a bus sightseeing to the city before we go to our hotel located close to the lake titicaca for more enjoyable night and afternoon.

Day 8: Lake Titicaca Tour.

Today you will enjoy a full-day visit to the strange Uros Islands and the large island of Taquile on the highest commercially navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. This lake is the fabled birthplace of the Inca nation, from where its founders Mama Ocllo and Manco Capac traveled to Cusco to establish the capital of the Empire. You will have a qualified English guide all day and lunch included on Taquile Island. Don’t miss the small details throughout the trip.

Day 9: End of tour

Puno to Lima Today we will take you on a private bus and guide from Puno to Juliaca airport we will stop on the pre-Inca Sillustani funerary towers for your flight back to Lima. Sillustani is a spectacular site, very other-worldly, and is a great way to round off your time in the Peruvian highlands.

What is included?

• Professional Guides: All of our guides studied English and tourism at Cusco National University. They all grew up in this region and have a true passion to teach others about their heritage. They are fun yet professional, and will ensure you are safe and happy.
• Hotels: Included in this tour is a one evening stay in Cusco and a one evening stay in Aguas Calientes. We can easily add extra nights before or after the tour, if needed. Let our team know if you are interested in extending and we will give you a quote. Rooms are based on double occupancy. There is a surcharge for a single room. Upgraded hotels are always possible. We can also book the tour without any hotels, if you prefer to book them on your own.
• Transportation: All your transportation is included on this tour. We will pick you up from your hotel around 1 p.m., on the first morning, and will make sure you are escorted until your are brought back to your hotel around 8 p.m. the final evening.
• Train Tickets : Train tickets are in Expeditions tourist class , from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes is at 7.00 pm and from Aguas Calientes to Ollanatyatmbo is at 4.20 pm, if you hoping to upgrade to Vistadome train then is $ 75 one way and $100 round trip, 3.37 pm from Ollantaytambo and 4.43 pm from Agaus Calientes to poroy.
• Professional TOUR Guides
• Briefing
• Hotel
• Transportation
• Equipment
• Food
• Water
• FirstAid

Does not include:

• Huayna Picchu: Huayna Picchu is the mountain that stands next to Machu Picchu. It is a 45 minute hike to the top. Going back down is quite steep, if you are scared of heights. This is done without your tour guide, after your tour of Machu Picchu. The cost is $75 per person. Arrangements need to be made at least one month in advance, due to popularity. Please understand that weather is out of our control.
• Flights: Flying to Cusco can be tricky. Delays occur often and it is not uncommon for flights to be cancelled. Please be sure to arrive in the city at least two days before your trek start date. LAN Peru is the most reliable of the airlines. Avianca and Peruvian Airlines are acceptable companies, as well. You will not return from your trek until around 8 p.m. on day two, so be sure your flight is not until the next day, when leaving Cusco.
• Gratuities: Tipping is always appreciated and should be based completely on your satisfaction. Although it may not be customary to you, it is of considerable significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels.
• Travel Insurance: This is not required, but always recommended. For those of you who live at sea-level, landing in Cusco will take an adjustment period. Most people need one or two days to adjust. In case you have a hard time adjusting to the altitude, it is suggested to have protection for missed tours.
• Rentals

Every trekker needs a sleeping bag, when camping. Inflatable air mattresses and walking sticks (with rubber tips) are optional, but encouraged. If you don’t want to bring any of the above, they are all available for rent:

• Walking Sticks (Pair): $15
• Huayna Picchu $ 😯