SACRED VALLEYS & INCA CITIES
ITINERARY:
Day One - Arrive at the Lima International Airport
Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by
Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer
vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and
escorts you to the Casa Andina Private Collection Hotel in Lima.
Casa Andina Private Collection Hotel: Unwind while your
Adventure Guides check you into your fine hotel in the
Miraflores section of Lima. If your flight arrives early, take
some time on your own to explore the diverse shops and
restaurants in this vibrant neighborhood or enjoy the pool or
spa* at the hotel. Ask your Adventure Guide for suggestions.
Meals are not included due to late-night arrivals.
*additional charges apply
Day Two - Fly to Cusco
After a one-hour flight, travel to Cusco (elevation 11,200
ft. above sea level) to begin your journey to the Sacred Valley
(elevation 8000 - 9200 ft. above sea level). After a short
flight, a motor coach takes you to the Center for Traditional
Textiles (12,500 ft. above sea level) for a delicious lunch of
traditional Peruvian foods.
Center for Traditional Textiles: This important center preserves
the age-old customs of local Andean communities. Master weavers
demonstrate their intricate art, as well as how to spin and dye
alpaca wool. You may purchase fine textiles woven in the
distinct patterns of different villages at the center's friendly
shop.
The Sol y Luna Lodge & Spa: This peaceful hotel nestled in the
heart of the Sacred Valley is surrounded by breathtakingly
beautiful Andean mountains. Relax in your comfortable bungalow
or enjoy some time on your own in the hotel's pool or fully
equipped spa.* If you feel more energetic, the Sol y Luna offers
horseback riding, biking and paragliding,* which you may choose
to do independently.
Welcome Dinner: In the evening, you and your fellow travelers
celebrate the beginning of your adventure with a traditional
Andean feast known as Pachamanca. Learn the history behind this
event, then watch Teatro Sol y Luna perform the dances and
stories of the Incas. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
*additional charges apply
Day Three - Raft Trip Down the Urubamba
Enjoy the view and hold onto your hat as you raft down the
Urubamba River (Class 1-2 rapids). The experienced guides
explain the fascinating cultural and natural history as you
glide along this scenic route.
Ollantaytambo: Following a hearty buffet lunch in the courtyard
of a local museum, explore this quaint town's narrow cobblestone
streets and the amazing Inca ruins on the hill above. The hike
up the ancient steps is taken at a leisurely pace, enabling you
to observe the dramatic surroundings and impressive architecture
while minimizing the possible fatigue due to the altitude
(elevation 9160 ft. above sea level).
Afternoon Activities: Cap off the day with a visit to a local
home and learn about the local drink known as chicha. Then play
the game of Toad, or Sapo, which is fun for adventurers of all
ages.
Junior Adventurer's Dinner: Later at the hotel, Junior
Adventurers can enjoy their own special dinner and Disney Movie
Night. Adults may join them or enjoy dinner at the hotel. Meals
Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Four - Moray and Maras
Start the day in the ruins of Moray (elevation 11,106 ft
above sea level) and learn about its unique circular terraces
and the history of agriculture in the region. You have the
option of hiking down into the ruin by taking the ancient Incan
path, experiencing its history on its steep and uneven stairs.
From Moray, travel to Maras for a colorful performance by a
local dance troop, followed by a picnic lunch with spectacular
views of the Sacred Valley.
Salt Pans of Maras: Tour the fascinating salt pan terraces where
local families have been mining salt for over 500 years. If you
choose, you can view more of the salt pans by hiking with an
Adventure Guide downhill on a dirt trail into the Sacred Valley.
Taste of Peru and Pizza Making: Begin the evening with a Pisco
Sour tasting for adults and local fruit juices for Junior
Adventurers. Then learn how to carve fruits and vegetables.
Afterwards, watch a demonstration of Peruvian cooking and taste
some of the delicious local specialties. End the culinary
evening by preparing your own pizza, rolling the dough, adding
your favorite toppings and then eating your savory creation!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Five - Train to Machu Picchu
Enjoy the memorable and scenic train journey to Aguas
Calientes, where you board a coach to Machu Picchu -- "the lost
city of the Incas" and one of the 7 New Wonders of the World.
Machu Picchu: As your private motor coach climbs to the site of
Machu Picchu (elevation 8000 ft. above sea level), anticipate
the extraordinary sight of these magnificent structures
surrounded by green peaks glazed by a soft mist. You may even
see llamas peacefully grazing among the terraces. After a tour
led by a local expert, spend the afternoon exploring the
fascinating ruins and stunning views on your own. Remember that
this amazing hike is at a high altitude and requires climbing
and descending steep, uneven stairs. Take time to sit and marvel
at the wonders around you. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
Day Six - Pisac Market
On the way to Cusco, stop at lively Pisac Market where you
can shop for local crafts, silver jewelry and alpaca sweaters.
Practice your bartering skills or simply enjoy browsing at the
colorful stalls.
Awana Kancha Camelids Center: In this living museum (elevation
9160 ft. above sea level), get up close and personal with
llamas, alpacas and even the rare and precious vicuña. See how
the soft wool from these South American "camels" is used to make
beautiful woven textiles. Lunch at Incanto Restaurant: Enjoy
delicious pizzas and pastas at Incanto, an Italian-inspired
restaurant .
Walking Tour of Cusco: Upon arriving at your hotel*, explore
historic Cusco (elevation 11,200 ft. above sea level) with a
local expert. View the charming Spanish buildings and the
amazing stone foundations of the original Inca city. Afterwards,
stroll through the cobblestone streets of this colonial jewel
and discover more treasures on your own. Again, pace yourself
for the high altitude and occasional steep streets. The town is
filled with wonderful places to rest. Meals Included: Breakfast
and Lunch
*Cusco hotels are either Casa Andina Private Collection or the
Libertador Palacio del Inka depending on departure date.
Day Seven - The Stones of Sacsayhuaman
Just outside Cusco is the imposing Inca fortress
Sacsayhuaman, where 200-ton stones were moved miles with no
modern machinery. Wander through the ruins and tunnels and take
photos of the panoramic views. A local expert is there to
explain the history and answer your questions. After the tour
you may choose to join an Adventure Guide for a steep downhill
walk back to town.
Lunch on Your Own and Afternoon Activities: Spend your final
afternoon on your own in Cusco discovering its many charms. Your
Adventure Guides can suggest where you can enjoy a family lunch.
Later, each adventurer may paint a traditional, locally made
wooden frame as a keepsake.
Dinner at Casa Andina: Dine on delicious local and international
cuisine in your hotel's historic colonial restaurant. Junior
Adventurers have their own special menu.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Eight - Farewell Lunch
Following a short flight to Lima, enjoy a special farewell
lunch with your fellow travelers at Casa Aliaga. This
magnificent colonial mansion is the longest continually
inhabited family home in Peru. Pay attention, though, because
the mansion is rumored to be haunted! Cap off your exciting week
with a splendid meal and musical entertainment.
Afternoon in Lima: Following lunch, you may relax at the Casa
Andina Private Collection Hotel located in the trendy Lima
neighborhood of Miraflores. Your Adventure Guides will be happy
to make arrangements for you should you choose to independently
explore the sites of this colonial capital.
Since flight schedules to the United States vary greatly,
Adventures by Disney includes this final night's accommodation
as a convenience should your flight leave the following morning.
For Guests departing on Day 9, breakfast at the hotel is
included. Please note, however, that there are no other
activities or meals following lunch today. Should you depart
Lima later this evening, you may use your accommodation until
departure time. In either case, a transfer to the airport and
luggage handling is included. Meals Included: Breakfast and
Lunch
Day Nine - Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a last breakfast in Peru with your fellow travelers.
Transfer to the Airport: Relax as your Adventure Guides handle
your luggage and arrange for transportation to the Lima airport.
Meal Included: Breakfast
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