Ancient Incas & The Amazon: A Journey Into Peru
On this adventure through Peru, colonial cities rub shoulders with Incan ruins and the Amazon’s labyrinthine waterways pulse with life. From the misty heights of the Sacred Valley to the depths of the rainforest, trace the footsteps of ancient civilisations while indulging in Peru’s world-renowned gastronomy and culture.
Whether gazing across Machu Picchu’s sun-drenched terraces at dawn or gliding silently along a remote Amazon tributary, each moment offers a fresh perspective on this spellbinding land.
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- Discover centuries-old Incan villages, traditional markets, agricultural terraces and archaeological sites in Cusco and the Sacred Valley
- Take a luxury train journey through Peru’s lush highlands to the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu
- Sail along the Amazon through Peru’s tangled tropical rainforests, kayaking and swimming alongside pink river dolphins
LIMA & THE SACRED VALLEY
Begin with a night or two in Peru’s capital and gastronomic powerhouse, Lima, staying at the excellent Hotel B.
From here, fly to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a mosaic of peaceful adobe villages, mysterious archeological sites and fertile fields bursting with corn, fruit and flowers, where you’ll be staying at Hotel Sol y Luna. Its traditional casitas are set amidst 10 hectares of flourishing gardens in the province of Urubamba, at an altitude of 2800m; overlooking the valley’s meadows and rolling hills are the dramatic snow-capped mountain ranges of Vilcabamba and Urubamba.
During your time in these ancestral landscapes, explore the ancient local villages and markets. learning about weaving techniques and textile designs with local artisans, At the circular terraces of Moray, you’ll discover ingenious agricultural research methods of the Incas. Head to Maras to explore vast salt flats, breathtaking mountain scenery and attractive stone houses.
Explore Cusco & The Sacred Valley
MACHU PICCHU & CUSCO
Glide over the Urubamba River and Andean glaciers as you approach the breathtaking Inca ruins of Machu Picchu by train. You’ll have two days to explore the imposing fortresses, temples and hidden corners of this ancient citadel.
From here, head on to Cusco, the capital of the Incas. Here, you will be able to fully appreciate the mixture of Spanish and prehispanic influences that so define modern day Peru with a tour of the city, including a visit to its legendary Koricancha, the Inca temple once plated in sheets of gold in worship of the God of the Sun.
Discover Machu Picchu
THE PERUVIAN AMAZON
Next, journey deep into the Peruvian Amazon where exuberant wildlife, indigenous villages and immense waterways await in this colossal rainforest. Each day, wake to the hypnotic soundscape of the jungle aboard the Delfin I, the smallest and most exclusive of Delfin Cruises’ luxury Amazon riverboats, with just four luxurious suites and full-length windows for uninterrupted wildlife viewing.
Expeditions led by expert naturalist guides will immerse you in the unique habitats of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Explore palm swamps and hidden lagoons where pygmy marmosets and squirrel monkeys clamber amongst the foliage. Marvel at the contrasting colours of the waters where three distinct rivers meet to form the mighty Amazon.
Whether swimming alongside pink river dolphins in a secluded creek or fishing for piranha in a pristine lagoon, the chance to glimpse elusive wildlife adds to the rainforest’s allure.
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