The National Reserve of Manu was declared by the UNESCO as a Natural Heritage of Humanity, with an area of almost 2 millions hectares, which is about half of the size of Switzerland. The biosphere reserve of Manu offers a great biological diversity. We will discover this mysterious green territory and, if we are lucky, we will see jaguar’s paw prints or caiman’s trail that dragged their tails when you arrive at the river, you may also see the Cock of the Rock and the incredible macaws among other species.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to your Hotel.

Day 2: CUSCO
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival in Cuzco, we will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Afternoon guided city tour of the four ruins nearby; the Sacsayhuaman Fortress overlooking the city of Cuzco, a pre Inca architectural masterpiece; Kenko, a rock sanctuary whose main attraction is the monolithic altar representing a puma, the red Fortress of Puca-Pucara and Tambomachay, a beautiful fountain fed by a spring forming a series of basins continue to the city of Cuzco; the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Koricancha or Temple of the Sun.Spend the night in your Hotel.

Day 3: SACRED VALLEY TOUR
After breakfast, we will pick you up for a full day tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the village of Pisac, founded during colonial times and set at the foot of a hill crowned by the remains of an Inca city. On Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, in the main square, Indians barter their products and artisans from all over the area sell their woven alpaca wool blankets and ponchos, engraved gourds, antique reproductions, jewelry, etc. On Sundays it is also the meeting place for mayors from all the villages in the region, dressed in their traditional costumes to attend morning mass. After lunch, we will visit Ollantaytambo, the only Inca town which was not overthrown by the conquistadores, and explore the ruins which tower above it.Spend the night in your Hotel.

Day 4: MACHU PICCHU
Transfer to the train station for the morning departure to Aguas Calientes and then a bus ride up to the timeless ruins of Machu Picchu ruins. Upon arrival to the ruins, you will be given a guided visit of Machu Picchu for about 2 hours. There are many theories as to the origins of Machu Picchu but three of the most popular ideas include a temple to the sun, a fortress against the jungle inhabitants or a sanctuary for the Incas. This beautiful city has houses, temples, warehouses, a large central square, all connected by narrow roads and steps, and is surrounded by terraces cut into the mountain side which were used for agriculture. After the tour, free time to enjoy this magical and spiritual wonder. After the tour, you will have a few hours to explore at your own pace before taking the afternoon bus back down to Aguas Calientes and your Hotel.

Day 5: AGUAS CALIENTES-OLLANTAYTAMBO-CUSCO
Free day in Aguas Calientes to return to Machu Picchu, relax in the hot springs, or take the short hike to the private waterfall reserve of Mandor Pampa. Afternoon train to Ollantaytambo and then to Cusco by car, transfer to your Hotel.

Day 6: CUSCO-MANU
We leave Cusco by private bus for the Kosnipata Valley. We will be making several stops along the way to enjoy the landscape and take photos. We will see the colonial town of Paucartambo and Hejanco viewpoint which is one of the highest places in the world. This is also the boundary of the Manu National Park. After lunch we continue our descent into the cloud forest where we will see many beautiful Orchids and possibly the Deanteojes Bear, the only Bear in South America. We stop for a short time for you to see the Cock of the Rock in the River San Pedro. From here we travel for another 8 hours, arriving at our lodge at Pillcopata where we will stop for the night.

Day 7: MANU
In the morning you have a choice of activities. You can go horseback riding or shoot the class 3 rapids on the Tono River. In the afternoon we will go hiking in the Villa Carmen where we will look for reptiles, mammals, and the many species of birds. This is a great time to enjoy the raw beauty of the jungle. We then return to the lodge in the evening for dinner.

Day 8: MANU
After breakfast, we will take the bus to Shintuya. The local people will be waiting at the river with our boat for the 2 hour trip down Madre de Dios. Along the way, you will see many forms of wildlife as well as the lovely landscape. After lunch, we will climb to the canopy platform where we can enjoy the jungle from a different viewpoint. In the evening we will be joined by the native people who will share stories about their culture.

Day 9: MANU
After breakfast we will then head back down the river having yet another opportunity to spot wildlife native to the jungle. You may even get a rare sighting of the majestic Jaguar. After leaving the boat, we will take the bus back to Villa Carmen, our final campsite.

Day 10: MANU-CUSCO
After breakfast, you will have the morning to mingle with the local people and possible purchase the unique crafts of this area. After lunch, we board the bus for the long ride back to Cusco. Transfer to your Hotel.

Day 11: Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Lima and then home.

NOTE: Prices are subject to change based on current Hotel and airfare rates. Please ask your sale ejecutive for details

OUR PRICE INCLUDES:

• 6 nights double accommodation in hotels plus 4 nights jungle lodge
• Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based in private service
• Tour Guide in requested language
• Flight: Lima-Cusco-Lima
• Ground transport to all portions of your tour
• Vista Dome Train: Ollantaytambo-Aguas Calientes-Ollantaytambo
• All entrance fees.

OUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• International air tickets to South America and associated taxes.
• Meals not specified on the itinerary.
• All domestic flights require a US$5.00 charge (airport tax), payable at the airport.
• Personal expenses such as telephone bills, laundry expenses, alcoholic and bottled beverages, etc.
• Insurance against theft, loss, illness and/or accident.