ANDEAN HIGHLANDS2020 Trip Extensions
Expand your MLP itinerary to include unique excursions in the amazing Andean highlands, Amazon Jungle, and desert coastline along the Pacific Ocean.
Explore the breathtaking majesty of the Andean highlands through excursions to Cusco, Arequipa, Puno, and Lake Titicaca before or after your journey to Machu Picchu.
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The Titilaka Experience
Sky Lodge Adventure
Traditional Huaraz
Puno & Suasi Islands
Highlights of Cusco & The Sacred Valley
Experimental Tourism: Puno & Amantani
Lake Adventure: Puno & Taquile Island
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AREQUIPA& COLCA CANYON
Spend time exploring Arequipa and the Colca Canyon in the Southern Andes region of Peru. Begin your 3-day visit in Arequipa, an enchanting city known for its graceful mix of Andean and Spanish colonial architecture and culture. Next, explore the famed Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world.
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AREQUIPA& COLCA CANYON
Itinerary
AREQUIPA
• Morning arrival in Arequipa and transfer to hotel• Lunch at leisure• Half-day guided city tour (approximately 3 hours)• Evening and dinner at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Scenic drive to the Colca Valley• Mid-way stop for lunch in Chivay• Mid-afternoon arrival to Colca Canyon hotel and check-in• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Early morning visit to the Condor’s Cross (Cruz del Condor)• Lunch in Chivay • Scenic drive back to Arequipa• Airport drop-off
DAY 01 / Arequipa city DAY 02 / Colca Canyon DAY 03 / Colca Canyon to Arequipa
3D/2N FROM USD $395 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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THE TITILAKA EXPERIENCE
Spend three inspiring days on the shores of world-renowned Lake Titicaca at the Titilaka Lodge, a Relais & Châteaux property in the Puno region of Peru. Activities include exploring local ruins, hiking ancient trails surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, and even a visit to an indigenous off-the-beaten-path community.
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PUNO
THE TITILAKAEXPERIENCE
Itinerary
• Morning arrival in Juliaca (by air or train) and transfer to Titilaka Hotel• Afternoon at leisure
• After breakfast, spend the day relaxing at Titilaka Lodge or exploring the islands of Lake Titicaca
• Breakfast at lodge• Transfer to Juliaca airport or Puno train station
DAY 01 / Welcome to Lake Titicaca DAY 02 / The islands of Titicaca DAY 03 / Departure
3D/2N FROM USD $535 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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PUNO &SUASI ISLAND
Spend three days in Puno and Suasi Island on Lake Titicaca. After exploring Puno on Day 1, travel by speedboat to the Isla Suasi Hotel, a luxurious country house-style retreat on a private island, for two days of exciting tours and activities. Excursions include visits to the Uros and Taquile Islands, the Sillustani Tombs, and Itapilluni Hill.
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PUNO
PUNO &SUASI ISLAND
Itinerary
• Morning arrival in Juliaca (by air or train); guests will be met by an MLP representative• Tour of the Sillustani Tombs en route to selected hotel in Puno• Lunch at leisure• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Early breakfast at hotel• Transfer to the Puno pier for early morning departure to Suasi Island• Boat ride to Suasi Island with visits to the Uros Islands and Taquile Island en route (approximately 5½ hours)• Arrival and check-in at Isla Suasi Hotel• Fixed-menu lunch at hotel• Afternoon hike to Itapilluni Hill• Evening bonfire and stargazing on the shores of Lake Titicaca• Fixed-menu dinner at hotel
• Breakfast at hotel• Morning drive from Suasi Island to Juliaca airport (approximately 2½ hours)* OR• Mid-morning boat ride from Suasi Island to the Puno Pier (approximately 3 hours)*• Transfer to Juliaca airport (approximately 1 hour)
* Transfer can vary depending on the amount of guests.
DAY 01 / Puno DAY 02 / Suasi Island DAY 03 / Departure
3D/2N FROM USD $680 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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EXPERIMENTAL TOURISM:PUNO & AMANTANI
A 3-day cultural immersion experience to Puno and Amantani on Lake Titicaca, highlighted by a fascinating overnight experience in a traditional Amantani family home. Excursions include visits to the Uros Islands, Taquile Island, and the Sillustani Tombs.
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PUNO
EXPERIMENTAL TOURISM:PUNO & AMANTANI
Itinerary
• Arrival in Puno (by air or train); guests will be met by an MLP representative• Tour of the Sillustani Tombs en route to selected hotel in Puno• Lunch at leisure• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Early breakfast at hotel• Transfer to Puno pier for an early morning boat ride to the Uros floating islands (approximately 30 minutes)• Excursion on the Uros floating islands • Boat ride to Amantani Island (approximately 2 hours)• Lunch with a local host family in Amantani• Visit to Pacha Mama and Pacha Tata lookout points• Dinner at your host family’s home in Amantani
• Breakfast on Amantani Island• Boat ride to Taquile Island (approximately 1 hour)• Arrival at Taquile and walk/hike to local restaurant for lunch• Textile demonstration by local weavers after lunch• Afternoon boat ride to Puno (approximately 2 ½ hours)• Arrival to Puno and transfer to Juliaca airport (approximately 1 hour)
DAY 01 / Puno DAY 02 / Lake Titicaca: Uros & Amantani DAY 03 / Lake Titicaca: Taquile Island
3D/2N FROM USD $360 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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LAKE ADVENTURE:PUNO & TAQUILE ISLAND
A 4-day exploration of Puno and Taquile Island on Lake Titicaca that combines superior hotel accommodations and premium camping. Excursions include visits to the Sillustani Tombs, Uros floating islands, and Taquile Island.
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LAKE ADVENTURE:PUNO & TAQUILE ISLAND
Itinerary
PUNO
• Arrival in Juliaca (by air or train); guests will be met by an MLP representative• Tour of the Sillustani Tombs en route to selected hotel in Puno• Lunch at leisure• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Early breakfast at hotel• Transfer to Puno pier for an early morning boat ride to the Uros floating islands• Guided visit on the Uros floating islands• Continue on to Taquile Island, lunch upon arrival• Scenic hike on the island• BBQ dinner in Taquile• Overnight in premium campsite
• Breakfast on Taquile Island• Early morning at leisure to relax, hike, or stand-up paddle on the beach• Late-morning return to Puno pier followed by transfer to hotel• Lunch and dinner at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Transfer to Juliaca airport
DAY 01 / Puno
DAY 02 / Lake Titicaca: Uros & Taquile Island
DAY 03 / Return to Puno
DAY 04 / Departure
4D/3N FROM USD $1,020 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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SKY LODGEADVENTURE
Spend the night suspended high above the Sacred Valley in a luxury capsule with floor to ceiling windows! After an exciting day of hiking or climbing a Via Ferrata up to the SkyLodge, enjoy a gourmet dinner before retiring to your SkyLodge suite built into the side of a mountain. Amazing views of the constellations and the valley below included!
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CUSCO
SKY LODGEADVENTURE
Itinerary
• Afternoon pick-up from hotel in Cusco or Sacred Valley• Scenic drive to the SkyLodge base followed by a security briefing and equipment fitting• Ascent to the SkyLodge via zipline trail hike or Via Ferrata • Dinner at the lodge
• Breakfast at SkyLodge• Zipline or rappel back to the base• Scenic drive back to Cusco or the Sacred Valley
DAY 01 / Ascent to Sky Lodge DAY 02 / Return to Cusco: The Sacred Valley
2D/1N FROM USD $546 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF CUSCO& THE SACRED VALLEY
Spend three days exploring the rich culture and fascinating archaeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley—from the colorful artisan market in Pisac to the Maras natural salt ponds and back to the historical Cathedral and Qorikancha (Inca Temple of the Sun) in the city center.
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CUSCO
HIGHLIGHTS OF CUSCO& THE SACRED VALLEY
Itinerary
• Morning pick-up at hotel in Cusco and scenic drive to the Sacred Valley• Visit to the town of Pisac followed by a guided tour of the Pisac archaeological site• Fixed-menu lunch at El Huacatay in Urubamba• Guided visit to the Ollantaytambo fortress• Late afternoon check-in at hotel• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Visit to the Maras natural salt ponds• Box lunch en route to Moray• Visit to the Moray archaeological terraces• Early afternoon return to hotel• Dinner and evening at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Morning visit to the town of Chinchero • Scenic drive to the outskirts of Cusco and guided exploration of the Tambomachay, Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, and Puca Pucara archaeological sites• Lunch at Pachapapa in Cusco• Visit to the Cusco Cathedral and Qoricancha
DAY 01 / Ancient Inca towns: Pisaq & Ollantaytambo
DAY 02 / Moray terraces & Maras salt ponds
DAY 03 / Chinchero & Cusco
3D/2N FROM USD $765 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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TRADITIONAL HUARAZ
Travel by bus from Lima to explore a fascinating pre-Inca archaeological site and enjoy breathtaking views of the Cordillera Blanca mountain range, Pastoruri Glacier, and Llanganuco Lagoons during a 5-day exploration of Huaraz in the Ancash region of Peru.
5D/4N
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TRADITIONALHUARAZ
Itinerary
HUARAZ
• Late afternoon private transfer to the bus station• Regular coach bus to Huaraz (approximately 8 ½ hours)
• Morning arrival in Huaraz and private transfer to hotel• Full-day excursion to Chavin de Huantar• Lunch at leisure• Evening and dinner at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Full-day excursion to Llanganuco (Chinancocha and Orconcocha Lagoons)• Lunch at leisure• Evening and dinner at leisure
• Breakfast at hotel• Half-day excursion to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi• Lunch at leisure• Evening transfer to the Huaraz bus station• Regular coach bus to Lima (approximately 8 hours)
• Morning arrival in Lima • Private transfer to the selected hotel
DAY 01 / Road to Huaraz
DAY 02 / Chavin de HuantarPre-inca sites
DAY 03 / Llanganuco lakes
DAY 04 / The Cordillera Blancamountain range
DAY 05 / Arrival to Lima
5D/4N FROM USD $800 PER PERSON
*Additional activities available, please ask your Travel Specialist.
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