See the breathtaking scenery of the Andes while walking in areas rich in Inca history. Explore the Colca Canyon, with condors and ancient Inca terracing, and the Sacred Valley of the Incas, leading to the enchanting mountain citadel of Machu Picchu.

• Discover this enchanting Andean country
• Inca Trail trek - one of the world's top walks
• The magical lost city of Machu Picchu

Detailed information

	Tour itinerary
	About the walks
	Dates and prices
	Temperatures
	Accommodation
	Flight Information
	What the holiday includes

2009 Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Lima - 1 night	Download full 2008 itinerary here. Download full 2009 itinerary here. If you require Adobe Acrobat Reader download here.
Day 2: Fly to the ‘white city’ of Arequipa (1 night) with views towards the spectacular surrounding volcanoes, explore the attractive town and its cathedral.

Days 3-5: Drive over the Andes to the Colca Canyon (3 nights). Stay at Colca Lodge, with its natural hot springs, and enjoy walks through the canyon, past villages untouched by time by mountains lined with ancient Inca terraces, and see condors gliding through the valley.

Day 6: Return to Arequipa (1 night) with a little longer to explore the city.

Days 7-10: Fly to Cusco and transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas (4 nights). Our range of walks, many on old Inca trails, take in the ruins of Pisac and the spectacular fortress of Ollantaytambo.

Day 11: Take the train to Aguas Calientes (1 night) and enjoy a leisurely visit to the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu.

Days 12-13: Afternoon return by train to Cusco (2 nights). Explore the heart of this ancient city and the outlying temples.

Day 14: Fly to Lima and then on to our flight home.

Day 15: Arrive UK.

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	Inca Trail option Days 8-11: Walk the famous Inca Trail (3 nights) to Machu Picchu. This is a strenuous trek, crossing two high Andean passes (13,750ft and 12,950ft) amongst awe-inspiring scenery. Excellent staff make camping as comfortable as possible, setting up camp before your arrival and preparing good meals. Download full 2008 itinerary here. Download full 2009 itinerary here. If you require Adobe Acrobat Reader download here

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	Lake Titicaca option Extend your holiday by 3 nights with a journey by train to Lake Titicaca. Visit the floating reed islands and walk on Taquile island, for views of this immense and sacred lake. A final night is spent in Lima before we fly home. Supplement: £385 per person includes 3 nights’ accommodation, full-day train journey, sightseeing and meals. Please enquire for further details. Single supplement: £60. Download full 2009 itinerary here. If you require Adobe Acrobat Reader download here.

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About the walks

A good balance of part-day walks and sightseeing visits, allowing a very gradual acclimatisation to walking at altitude.

Guided Walks: Distances are generally between 2-8 miles. The Inca Trail trek is a strenuous option but taken slowly.

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Dates and prices

Single room supplement: 2008 holidays £448, 2009 holidays £640

# Land Itineraries finish on day 14.
* Internal flights are included.

Independent travellers who book the no flight option can join the HF Holidays' airport transfers for £20 per person return.

Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.

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Temperatures

Each departure falls during the Peruvian dry season with warm days and cold nights.

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Accommodation

Our base at Colca is the Colca Lodge, with comfortable casita rooms, a lovely location on the banks of the Colca River and offers private natural hot springs, a perfect place to relax and soothe aching limbs. The other hotels and lodges are chosen for their comfort, character and location. On the Inca Trail option, we camp in relative luxury with full trekking facilities and a team of porters.

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Flight information

Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 19/06/08 (provisional)

Iberia
Heathrow - Lima (via Madrid)
Out 07:25 (Sat) - 17:35 (Sat)
Return 19:55 (Fri) - 17:50 (Sat)

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What the holiday includes

• Return economy class air travel UK / Peru on scheduled airlines, with appropriate in-flight meals.
• 13 nights' accommodation in twin-bedded en-suite rooms or in twin bedded tents whilst trekking.
• Full Board except 2 picnic lunches.
• All internal flights.
• Services of local tour director.
• Services of local guides and trek support staff.
• Walks, sightseeing and entrance fees for the itinerary as described.
• Travel by coach or minibus.

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