Follow
in the footsteps of the
Incas when you visit the
beautiful Sacred Valley and
magnificent Machu Picchu.
Float down the Urubamba
River, browse in a colorful
market, and explore the
charming colonial city of
Cusco and lively Lima.
Special Update:
Emergency efforts are under
way to help victims affected
by a large earthquake that
landed off the coast of Ica,
Peru on August 15. Our
thoughts are with the people
of Canete, Chincha, Pisco,
Paracas, Ica, and Nasca.
Besides these areas, life
across Peru is "as usual"
with no damage resulting
from the earthquake. The
destinations in Peru that
Adventures by Disney
guests will visit have not
been affected.
Day 1: (Meal not included due to late-night
arrivals)
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
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. *Additional charges
apply
Day 2: (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner)
Fly to Cusco 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. *Additional charges
apply
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.
Day 3: (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner)
Raft Trip Down the Urubamba
Enjoy the view and hold onto your hat as
you raft down the Urubamba River (Class
II). 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.
Kids Only and Adults Only Dinner
Later at the hotel, Junior Adventurers
can enjoy their own special dinner and
Disney Movie Night. Adults may join
them or indulge in some time to
themselves at the hotel.
Day 4: (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner)
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 mined salt for
over 500 years and continue in this
fashion today. 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!
Day 5: (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner)
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.
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. *Cusco hotels are
either Casa Andina Private Collection or
the Libertador Palacio del Inka
depending on departure date.
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.
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
as well as luggage handling is included.
Is
a passport required for this itinerary?
U.S. citizens will need a valid passport to enter Peru and
return to the United States. The passport must be valid six
months beyond the intended stay and have 1-2 blank pages
remaining. Allow sufficient time to have the application
processed if applying for a new passport or renewing an
expired passport – refer to
www.state.gov for further details. In addition, guests
17 years of age or younger may be required to show
additional documentation when traveling with a single
parent. Non-U. S. citizens should check with the Peruvian
Embassy or Consulate at
www.peruvianembassy.us for information on documentation
requirements. <Return to top
Are vaccinations needed to travel to this country?
Vaccinations to travel to the areas of Peru that are a part
of the Adventures by Disney itinerary are
not required if going to Peru from the U.S. (For extended
stays or a stay to other parts of Peru, Guests are advised
to consult
www.cdc.gov.) Non-US Citizens should check local
requirements on vaccinations for travel to Peru. <Return to top
What airport do Guests fly in and out of?
Guests are picked up at Lima International Airport (LIM) on
arrival day. Flights may arrive at any point throughout the
day. At the end of the adventure, Guests will transfer to
Lima International Airport (LIM). In order to enjoy the
farewell lunch and festivities, flights should not leave
earlier than 7:00 p.m. on Day 8. Guests may choose to depart
the hotel anytime up after that until hotel check-out time
on Day 9. <Return to top
How will the group travel between destinations?
Guests will travel round trip by a commercial airline
between Lima and Cusco. Travel from Cusco to the Sacred
Valley and other nearby sites will be by motor coach. Machu
Picchu is reached by train and motor coach. <Return to top
What
is the climate like?
In Peru, the months of June-September (the South American
winter) are referred to as “the dry season.” The areas
visited in this itinerary are generally clear and sunny.
Although weather might vary, Peru generally has the
following climate conditions:
Lima (sea level)
June - October average temperatures: Highs in the
mid to high 60s, lows in the high 50s to low 60s.
Sacred Valley and Cusco
(approximately 9,000’ & 11,000’ respectively)
June - October average temperatures: Highs in the high
60s, lows in the high 30s to low 40s.
September and October: Occasional rain showers,
averaging 7 days of rain per month.
Should there be concern about the altitude?
Most of this adventure takes place at altitudes ranging from
8,000 feet above sea level to 11,200 feet above sea level.
Cusco is located at about 11,200 feet above sea level.
Because the adventure starts in the lower Sacred Valley
(9,200 ft) and Machu Picchu (8,000 ft), Guests have a chance
to get slightly acclimated before reaching the higher
elevation of Cusco.
Altitude does affect some people.
Individuals may initially experience some shortness of
breath and heart pounding. Other symptoms include:
headaches, loss of appetite, nausea and feeling weak and
dizzy. Generally, the effects of altitude sickness are
mitigated by drinking lots of water, resting periodically,
avoiding alcohol and eating lightly. Guests are encouraged
to consult with a physician to determine if this adventure
is appropriate and whether prescription medications to
prevent altitude sickness might be beneficial. <Return to top
How strenuous are the activities?
This is an active journey that includes walking through Inca
ruins, on uneven surfaces, up and down irregular stairs and
on cobblestone streets. Rafting on the Apumayo River (class
II) is considered gentle. Bear in mind that most of the trip
is at altitudes between 8,000 - 11,000 feet above sea level.
The itinerary has been created purposely with the highest
altitude (Cusco) towards the end of the adventure. <Return to top
What is the basis for the suggested minimum age for this
trip?
While Disney welcomes children ages 4 and up at the time of
travel, it is recommended that children be at least 8 years
old at the time of travel on the Sacred Valleys and Incan
Cities trip. This is based on several factors, such as
flight time and jet lag, time zone differences in the
destination, duration of the vacation, high altitude at the
destination, extended hours of daily activity programming,
number of internal transports between experiences, potential
for extreme temperatures in the summer months, and amount of
physical activity (e.g., walking on uneven surfaces, up and
down stairs, and cobblestone sidewalks) involved. Because
each child is different, please contact us to discuss
whether this is the right trip for each child being
considered. <Return to top
What types of meals are served during this Peru itinerary?
Typically, breakfast is served buffet style. Some lunches
and dinners are also served buffet style, while others offer
a limited-choice menu. Dinners and lunches usually include
fish, meat, and pasta or rice entrées, soup, vegetables,
desserts and fruit, along with a chance to try Peruvian
specialties. While the menus have been planned to give a
taste of typical Peruvian cuisine, they are always balanced
with limited American fare. Given the nature of group
travel, á la carte menu choices are not available.
Children-friendly choices are available at all meals. Menu
items are subject to change due to the availability and
seasonality of foods. In order to offer each Guest a bit of
time to enjoy meals amongst themselves, there are some meals
that are not included in the itinerary. These meals have
been planned in towns or cities where there are plenty of
options available. For questions or concerns about dining
at any time during the vacation, the Adventure Guides will
be happy to assist. <Return to top
Can special dietary needs be accommodated? Adventures by Disney can accommodate some
special dietary needs at no additional charge.
Unfortunately, some special dietary needs requested may not
be able to be accommodated. Please contact us in advance to
advise of special needs prior to departure. <Return to top
Is
alcohol included? Alcoholic beverages are typically not included with
scheduled meals, however, they may be purchased at the
Guests own expense. <Return to top
Is
this itinerary appropriate for travelers with special needs?
Please note that this vacation includes activities that
present certain challenges to Guests with special needs. It
is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be
accompanied by a companion who is capable of and totally
responsible for providing assistance. Neither
Adventures by Disney nor its suppliers may
physically lift or assist Guests onto transportation
vehicles. Please contact us to discuss specific needs. <Return to top
What is the language and currency of Peru?
The primary language spoken in Peru is Spanish. Guests will
also hear the indigenous language of Quechua spoken in the
Cusco area. Adventure Guides can help with any language
issues.
The monetary currency in Peru is the
Nuevo Sol, though many businesses accept American dollars.
In cities, ATM machines are available to obtain cash in the
local currency, and credit or debit cards are usually
accepted. ATMs are scarce in the Sacred Valley, so guests
should be sure to obtain some local currency upon arrival in
Lima - the airport has convenient exchange booths in the
baggage claim area. On Day 2, Guests will not have an
opportunity to visit an ATM in Lima as there is a flight
directly to Cusco in the morning. No ATMs are available in
the Sacred Valley and ATMs/ banks are not available until
Day 6 in Cusco. <Return to top
Adventures by Disney
has taken care of certain tips and gratuities for all
included meals and activities such as tips for porters,
housekeepers, drivers, activity providers, local
experts, and dining room staff for included meals.
On Your Own Dining
Gratuities: When eating at a restaurant, a
gratuity is usually included in the bill. However,
Guests who feel they have received exceptional service,
may leave an additional gratuity. Many choose to simply
“round up.”
Adventure Guide
Gratuities: Gratuities for Adventures Guides
are not included. For Guests who feel that their
Adventure Guides have provided excellent service, the
following discretionary gratuity is suggested : Per
Guest/Per Adventure guide/Per Day - $5-$8 USD.
Adventure Guides accept local currency, U.S. dollars,
and travelers’ checks.
What if Adventures by Disney cancels the adventure prior to
departure? Adventures by Disney reserves the right to
cancel or reschedule an adventure at any time for any
reason, such as if there are too few Guests or if the
quality of the trip or the safety of the Guests would, in
Disney’s opinion, be compromised, such as from unforeseen
circumstances (acts of God) or other circumstances beyond
Adventures by Disney's control.
If air is purchased through
Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc., Disney will
attempt to re-book for another departure of the same
adventure during the same season, subject to
availability, and Disney will bear any resulting airline
re-booking charges. If unable to re-book on another
departure, a full refund of all payments that had been
made to Disney for the canceled adventure will be
issued, including land package, airfare and Vacation
Protection Plan (unless you have filed a claim), which
refund shall constitute a full settlement.
If air is not purchased through
Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc., and Disney
cancels an adventure prior to its scheduled start date,
Disney will attempt to re-book for another departure of
the same adventure during the same season, subject to
availability; however, the Guest will bear any resulting
airline re-booking charges. If unable to re-book on
another departure, Disney’s sole obligation is to refund
payment received for the land portion and Vacation
Protection Plan (unless you have filed a claim), which
refund shall constitute a full settlement. Disney
assumes no responsibility for any losses incurred by you
on account of non-refundable air tickets or otherwise.
1Value,
Standard and Peak dates are identified on prior page. 2Valid for bookings
made more than 120 days prior to departure. The number of
packages available at these rates is limited. Not valid with
any other offer. 3Based on double,
triple or quad occupancy. Single supplement applies. Subject
to availability, eligible parties of 4 may be booked as a
quad or two doubles. 4Child rate applies to
Guests under 12 when accompanied by an adult in the same
room. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or
legal guardian.
All prices are listed in
USD. Airfare to and from
destination is not included. Please call for
assistance in purchasing flights.
Notes on
Accommodations: (subject to availability)
Parties of three in Lima are
accommodated in one room with either three double
beds or one king bed and one twin bed.
Parties of three in the Sacred
Valley are accommodated in one room with a rollaway
and either one king bed or two double beds.
Parties of three in Cusco are
accommodated in one room with either three double
beds or one double bed and two twin beds.
Parties of four booked as a quad:
In Lima and Cusco, quads are
accommodated in two connecting rooms, each
having either one king bed or two double beds.
In the Sacred Valley, quads
are accommodated in a two-story bungalow with
one king bed and two double beds.
Parties of four booked as two
doubles are accommodated in two rooms, each having
either two double beds or one king bed.
Connecting rooms may be requested
in Lima and Cusco only. Rollaways may be requested
at all hotels.
Follow
in the footsteps of the
Incas when you visit the
beautiful Sacred Valley and
magnificent Machu Picchu.
Float down the Urubamba
River, browse in a colorful
market, and explore the
charming colonial city of
Cusco and lively Lima.
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