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Peru | Amazon to Machu Picchu

From the verdant rainforests of the Amazon to the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, explore the best of both worlds by boat and on foot on this nine-day Peruvian Andes adventure.

Take in a chorus of exotic birdsong and monkey calls from the observation deck of the Delfin II, your upscale river cruise boat and home for the first three nights of your tour
Hike a jungle trail on the Am Yanapa private reserve and keep an eye out for pink and gray river dolphins on the El Dorado River
Search for spectacled owls, fish bats and caimans by flashlight on a nocturnal safari through the Amazon rainforest
Back on land, stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco, the Inca Empire's capital and the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Western Hemisphere
Shop the vibrant Pisac Indian market for hand-woven tapestries and blankets
Watch the sun rise over a mist-laden Machu Picchu and ponder the ways of the Inca, who built an entire stone empire by hand

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations, Adventure Cruises
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $4,198
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Adventure Tours

Andes & Amazon Rainforest Conservation Explorer

Discover monumental Inca stone temples, fortresses and agricultural terraces, and native Quechua culture in Cusco, Urubamba Valley and Machu Picchu accompanied by guides specialized in archaeology, history and Andean culture. Traveling along the wildlife-rich Las Piedras River we reach the remote Amazon Rainforest Conservation Center (ARCC) situated on the shore of pristine Lake Soledad in the Tambopata region of southeast Peru. The ARCC is an undiscovered gem in nature travel and the focal point for important conservation initiatives in the region with exceptional bio-diversity of rainforest animals and plants. We encounter a spectacle of wildlife here including a resident family of giant river otters, eight species of monkey and hundreds of bird species.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
FROM: $3450
DURATION: 11 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Andes & Amazon Rainforest Conservation Explorer

Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour

Discover the high Andes mountains and pristine lowland rainforest on this Machu Picchu and Amazon tour of Peru. Explore the magnificent ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the most important archaeological monument in South America.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $2850
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour

The Magic of Machu Picchu: Budget, Classic & Connoisseur Versions

Machu Picchu – you’ll never forget it!

Here's an unforgettable getaway to Cusco, Machu Picchu, and the Sacred Valley that allows you to experience all of the amazing sights… cobblestone streets, an architectural marvel, and the incredible Andes. We've also included a private city tour of Lima, including the Gold Museum, and a hotel dayroom so that you have time to relax before catching your late night flight back home.

Choose from three accommodation levels: Budget – 3-star moderate hotels; Classic – upscale hotels; Connoisseur – luxury abounds at the Orient Express or Casa Andina Private Collection hotels.

ACTIVITY: Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: January, April, July, October
FROM: $1,795.00
DURATION: 15 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners

Rivers & Rainforest: Into the Wild Heart of the Amazon

A captivating jungle adventure!

Discover the intricate beauty and wonders of the Amazon rain forest at Refugio Amazonas and the Tambopata Research Center in the Tambopata-Cadamo Wildlife Reserve. The Tambopata River includes an astonishing diversity of wildlife…more than 500 bird and 1,000 butterfly species have been identified. The lodge has an extensive trail system and an impressive canopy tower for bird watching!

This 7-day overview of the Amazon includes 2 nights in Lima, 2 nights at Refugio Amazonas, and 3 nights at the Tambopata Research Center. Price includes internal flights.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: Contact us for availability
FROM: $2,250.00
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Sacred Lands of the Inca: Cusco to Machu Picchu

Discover the best of Peru as you travel to the high Andes and the magnificent ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the most important archaeological monument in South America. Accompanied by guides specialized in archaeology, history and Andean culture, visit monumental Inca stone temples, and the fascinating towns and Quechua Indian markets of Cusco and the Urubamba Valley.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $2250
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Sacred Lands of the Inca: Cusco to Machu Picchu

Peru | Machu Picchu

From the Rapids of the Urubamba to the mystical mountains of Machu Picchu, the Land of the Inca begs to be explored.

Stroll the cobblestone streets of Cusco, the Inca Empire’s capital and the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Western Hemisphere
Stand atop Huayna Picchu surrounded by verdant mountaintops, the winding Urubamba River and the Lost City of the Inca 1,000 feet below
Hike the Inca Trail, a mystical mix of ruins,mountain scenery, lush cloud forest and rich subtropical jungle
Watch the day break over Machu Picchu
Visit a local school to drop off supplies and plant a tree as a part of the UN’s ”Plant for the Planet”campaign
Ride Paso Finos to the remote Andean community of Cachiccata
Raft class II & III rapids through the Sacred Valley
Shop vibrant Indian markets for hand-woven tapestries and blankets
Savor a plate of fine Peruvian cuisine and unwind in the comfort of the exquisite Hotel Rio Sagrado

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Multisport Trips - Active Adventure Vacations
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, June, July, August, October
FROM: $3,998
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Hiking Tours

Peru | Salkantay Lodge to Lodge

While some visitors spend a day hiking the Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu, this adventure includes a weeklong lodge-to-lodge trek along a path much less traveled but by many accounts, more scenic and exclusive than the Inca Trail itself.

Acclimate with a hike to a spectacular glacial lake in Soraypampa
Circle Humanity Peak taking in 360-degree views of the snow-capped Vilcabamba Range and Salkantay Valley
Traverse lush bamboo forests, avocado orchards and coffee plantations in Santa Teresa River Valley
Hike Llactapata pass for jaw-dropping views(that most never see) of Machu Picchu from the Southwest
Meet an Andean family and learn the culture and age-old traditions of the locals in Lucmabamba
Watch the day break over Machu Picchu and explore the ruins with a private guide
Take a well-earned a dip in a natural hot spring and enjoy a restful night’s sleep in the comfort of your enchanting mountain lodge

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $2,850
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Salkantay Lodge to Lodge

Machu Picchu Mountain Lodges Trek

A physical, cultural, and spiritual journey along ancient footpaths through the high Andes en route to the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu. Trek to Machu Picchu from lodge to lodge hiking along the Cordillera Vilcabamba, and visit the sacred Apu of local Quechua communities we encounter along the way.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $3775
DURATION: 11 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Mountain Lodges Trek

Inca Trail Trek and Amazon

Trek into the high Andes of Peru and experience the Amazon rainforest on this active family adventure. Expert native guides bring ancient history to life on the 46 kilometer Camino del Inca trail to Machu Picchu.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
FROM: $3150
DURATION: 12 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Inca Trail Trek and Amazon