Join American Adventures Cusco Tours for an amazing journey through all 3 portions of the Peruvian Amazon Jungle. Your tour starts with a trip to the Tambopata jungle in the far south. Then it is on to the Manu National Park. Your tour finishes with a ride down the Amazon River and a visit to the northern jungle.
You will not find a more complete jungle tour anywhere else in the world so book this tour today for the adventure of a lifetime.

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 town and then to Cusco by car,transfer to your Hotel.

Day 6: CUSCO-PUERTO MALDONADO-ECO AMAZONIA LODGE-MONKEY ISLAND
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival, transfer to the boat dock where you will board the boat for the trip down the Madre de Dios River. Along the way, you will have the chance to observe alligators, turtles, many species of birds, and a variety of flora and fauna. Arriving at the lodge, you will be directed to your comfortable bungalow, followed by a welcome drink and lunch. After lunch, you will be accompanied by the lodges professional guide to Monkey Island which is only 5 minutes from the lodge. Located in the middle of the Madre de Dios River, Monkey Island hosts a multitude of Monkey species such as the Spider Monkey, Achuni, Squirrel Monkey, and the little Leoncito (little lion). The trip to the island affords beautiful sightseeing of the local landscape as well as the flora and fauna that they host. And, to top it all off, there is that breathtaking jungle sunset.

Day 7: COCHA PERDIDA (LOST LAKE)
After breakfast, we set forth through the virgin jungle led by the professional guide. Todays hike will take you to the Cocha Perdida. This site effectively constitutes a unique protected Ecosystem, refuge, and Feeding ground for the great diversity of wildlife including the Otter, Turtles, Alligators, Tapir, and Jaguar. There are also many birds with striking plumage as well as an ample variety of species of fish.
This area is and distinctly particular to EcoAmazonia Reserve, by virtue of having remained altogether unaltered, and conveniently surrounded by lard swamps and wetlands. One of the highlights of today’s tour is certainly the ascent to the Mirador built atop the the greatest of treetops in the Amazon forest, the revered Shihauhuaco from where a grand view of the great and magical forest can be admired. This is complimented by a pleasant canoe ride around the lake, after which we return to the lodge and lunch.
In the course of the afternoon, optional visit to a local family, the Botanical Gardens, and an eco-swimming pool are available to the guests.

Day 8: BRIOLO & GAMITANA RIVERS-TAMBOPATA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE-RAIN FOREST-CLOUD FOREST
After breakfast, we set off on yet another excursion through the magical jungle. First we navigate along the Madre de Dios River until reaching the trailhead where our hike to the Briolo & Gamitana Rivers begins. Both of these rivers originate in the heart of the virgin jungle and their numerous meanders and large winding channels form large navigable waterways.We return aboard a canoe, closely observing along the way an abundance of wildlife plus flora and fauna. Returning to the lodge, we will have dinner and then spend a last quite evening in the jungle.

Day 9: PUERTO MALDONADO-CUSCO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cusco and transfer to your Hotel.

Day 10: 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 11: 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 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and then Iquitos. Reception and transfer to your Hotel. Free evening to enjoy Iquitos.

Day 16: IQUITOS-CEIBA TOPS
Reception at the airport, brief city orientation and transfer to the Explorama dock. Twenty-five mile journey down the Amazon River to Ceiba Tops, where rooms with air conditioning and private bathrooms provide the comforts of home in the rainforest. Afternoon hike in the beautiful primary rainforest reserve surrounding the lodge which includes many huge trees festooned with epiphytes. After dinner there may be local flute or guitar music at the El Toucan Bar or the guides are always ready to relate some of the many legends of the Amazon forest. Ceiba Tops Lodge.

Day 17: CEIBA TOPS
Morning boat ride, spotting for dolphins, to visit a small village of Yagua Indians where your guide will explain the local Yagua Indian culture and how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans and the passing of time. There will also be an opportunity to see some of the local crafts and for a demonstration of the blowgun which some of the Yagua elders still use for hunting. Afternoon walking excursion to the neighboring town of Indiana. Originally a Franciscan mission, Indiana has grown into a large river community with its own market, high school and small hospital. Ceiba Tops Lodge

Day 18: CANOPY WALKWAY TOUR
Early morning transfer by boat to the beginning of your tour. After breakfast, you will take a short walk to the start of the Canopy Walkway. This is the longest of its kind in South America. After lunch, you will return by boat to your lodge. Ceiba Tops Lodge

Day 19: CEIBA TOPS-IQUITOS
Your choice of morning walking or boating excursion to further enjoy the rainforest and Amazon River. Afternoon transfer to Iquitos and your Hotel.

Day 20: IQUITOS-LIMA
Today is a free day to enjoy the city of Iquitos. We recommend a trip to the zoo or the town built right on the water. Afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and then home.

Note: Prices are subject to change based on current hotel and airfare rates. Please ask your sales executive for details.

OUR PRICE INCLUDES:

• 19 nights double accommodation in the hotels and lodges listed above
• Transfers, tours and excursions as per itinerary based in private service
• Tour Guide in the requested language
• Flight: Lima-Cusco, Cusco-Puerto Maldonado-Cusco, Cusco-Manu-Cusco, Cusco-Lima-Iquitos-Lima
• Vistadome 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.
• Sleeping Bag