DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from USA.
DAY 2: LIMA: Arrive in Lima. Rip a couple of pages out of the history book and follow in the footsteps of the proud native Incas and the Spanish conquistador Francesco Pizarro. In 1535, their worlds collided and, for better or worse the “City of Kings” was born. Lima remained the center of Spain’s “New World” empire for over three hundred years. Lima is now a welcoming coastal oasis featuring all the amenities of a modern city. Shop till you drop, lose yourself in vast museums and indulge your foodie alter ego with Peruvian dishes influenced by the Inca, Spanish and Asian cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA: Lima’s pride is its architecture. From Colonial to Modern, the city is flourishing with monuments. The Cathedral blends into the Government Palace and is complimented by its City Hall. The 17th Century San Francisco Church Convent is one of the few structures that survived the devastating earthquake of the 18th century and serves as a historical telescope aimed at views of the religious life of the Spanish during colonial times. The Pacific Ocean is a main character in the story of Lima. Views of the earth’s largest ocean await your attention and your camera, in the modern coastal districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
DAY 4: LIMA/INQUITOS: Hop on a plane and travel to the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by car, train or bus. Inquitos is hidden away, but this South American gem is just as noisy, snarky and manic as a city on the grid. Inquitos owes its success to rubber. They made their fortune in the 1860’s when rubber literally grew on trees. Belen is a floating river neighborhood with a market that makes you feel like you are in the middle of the jungle. Shades of the Amazon rain forest surround you. Travel on canoe-taxis paddled by children eager to try out their English skills on you. The market is lined with tropical fruits that are so foreign you will think you are visiting another planet. A collection of turtles, birds, frogs and herbal medicines round out the market’s inventory for a true Inquitos experience.
DAY 5: INQUITOS: What to do today? Hundreds of options run through your mind as you ponder the day over a cup of strong South American coffee in your hotel’s dining room. You can return to the market and get something special for that someone special. Full day excursions to the Rainforest are also available for that “Prime Amazon” experience.
DAY 6: INQUITOS/CUZCO: Hop on a plane and jet to Cuzco. Hit the ground running and visit the Temple of the Sun! It sounds like an Indiana Jones movie, but the Koricancha Temple is the street corner where Incan history meets European culture. Its finely polished stone walls sheathed in gold are the foundation of the Convent of Santo Domingo. Underneath this monument of European religion sits ruins of a culture that worshiped the sun and, if the rumors are true, a couple of Incan mummies! The Incan fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooks the city of Cuzco and dates back to the period of Inca Pachaucuti whose press release credits him with founding the Incan empire.
DAY 7: CUZCO: Have you ever heard of a man named Hiram Bingham? Well, today you will explore his great discovery. In 1911, Hiram happened upon one of the most astounding structures built by human beings. Set against a dense jungle backdrop, Machu Picchu captures the imagination and all five senses. Although Hiram Bingham never became a household name, Machu Piccu has certainly enjoyed a successful run on t-shirts and postcards. Spend your last evening in Peru with your friends.
DAY 8: RETURN FLIGHT HOME: Depart Cuzco. Arrive USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from USA.
DAY 2: LIMA: Arrive in Lima. Rip a couple of pages out of the history book and follow in the footsteps of the proud native Incas and the Spanish conquistador Francesco Pizarro. In 1535, their worlds collided and, for better or worse the “City of Kings” was born. Lima remained the center of Spain’s “New World” empire for over three hundred years. Lima is now a welcoming coastal oasis featuring all the amenities of a modern city. Shop till you drop, lose yourself in vast museums and indulge your foodie alter ego with Peruvian dishes influenced by the Inca, Spanish and Asian cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA: Lima’s pride is its architecture. From Colonial to Modern, the city is flourishing with monuments. The Cathedral blends into the Government Palace and is complimented by its City Hall. The 17th Century San Francisco Church Convent is one of the few structures that survived the devastating earthquake of the 18th century and serves as a historical telescope aimed at views of the religious life of the Spanish during colonial times. The Pacific Ocean is a main character in the story of Lima. Views of the earth’s largest ocean await your attention and your camera, in the modern coastal districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
DAY 4: LIMA/INQUITOS: Hop on a plane and travel to the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by car, train or bus. Inquitos is hidden away, but this South American gem is just as noisy, snarky and manic as a city on the grid. Inquitos owes its success to rubber. They made their fortune in the 1860’s when rubber literally grew on trees. Belen is a floating river neighborhood with a market that makes you feel like you are in the middle of the jungle. Shades of the Amazon rain forest surround you. Travel on canoe-taxis paddled by children eager to try out their English skills on you. The market is lined with tropical fruits that are so foreign you will think you are visiting another planet. A collection of turtles, birds, frogs and herbal medicines round out the market’s inventory for a true Inquitos experience.
DAY 5: INQUITOS: What to do today? Hundreds of options run through your mind as you ponder the day over a cup of strong South American coffee in your hotel’s dining room. You can return to the market and get something special for that someone special. Full day excursions to the Rainforest are also available for that “Prime Amazon” experience.
DAY 6: INQUITOS/CUZCO: Hop on a plane and jet to Cuzco. Hit the ground running and visit the Temple of the Sun! It sounds like an Indiana Jones movie, but the Koricancha Temple is the street corner where Incan history meets European culture. Its finely polished stone walls sheathed in gold are the foundation of the Convent of Santo Domingo. Underneath this monument of European religion sits ruins of a culture that worshiped the sun and, if the rumors are true, a couple of Incan mummies! The Incan fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooks the city of Cuzco and dates back to the period of Inca Pachaucuti whose press release credits him with founding the Incan empire.
DAY 7: CUZCO: Have you ever heard of a man named Hiram Bingham? Well, today you will explore his great discovery. In 1911, Hiram happened upon one of the most astounding structures built by human beings. Set against a dense jungle backdrop, Machu Picchu captures the imagination and all five senses. Although Hiram Bingham never became a household name, Machu Piccu has certainly enjoyed a successful run on t-shirts and postcards. Spend your last evening in Peru with your friends.
DAY 8: RETURN FLIGHT HOME: Depart Cuzco. Arrive USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from USA.
DAY 2: LIMA: Arrive in Lima. Rip a couple of pages out of the history book and follow in the footsteps of the proud native Incas and the Spanish conquistador Francesco Pizarro. In 1535, their worlds collided and, for better or worse the “City of Kings” was born. Lima remained the center of Spain’s “New World” empire for over three hundred years. Lima is now a welcoming coastal oasis featuring all the amenities of a modern city. Shop till you drop, lose yourself in vast museums and indulge your foodie alter ego with Peruvian dishes influenced by the Inca, Spanish and Asian cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA: Lima’s pride is its architecture. From Colonial to Modern, the city is flourishing with monuments. The Cathedral blends into the Government Palace and is complimented by its City Hall. The 17th Century San Francisco Church Convent is one of the few structures that survived the devastating earthquake of the 18th century and serves as a historical telescope aimed at views of the religious life of the Spanish during colonial times. The Pacific Ocean is a main character in the story of Lima. Views of the earth’s largest ocean await your attention and your camera, in the modern coastal districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
DAY 4: LIMA/INQUITOS: Hop on a plane and travel to the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by car, train or bus. Inquitos is hidden away, but this South American gem is just as noisy, snarky and manic as a city on the grid. Inquitos owes its success to rubber. They made their fortune in the 1860’s when rubber literally grew on trees. Belen is a floating river neighborhood with a market that makes you feel like you are in the middle of the jungle. Shades of the Amazon rain forest surround you. Travel on canoe-taxis paddled by children eager to try out their English skills on you. The market is lined with tropical fruits that are so foreign you will think you are visiting another planet. A collection of turtles, birds, frogs and herbal medicines round out the market’s inventory for a true Inquitos experience.
DAY 5: INQUITOS: What to do today? Hundreds of options run through your mind as you ponder the day over a cup of strong South American coffee in your hotel’s dining room. You can return to the market and get something special for that someone special. Full day excursions to the Rainforest are also available for that “Prime Amazon” experience.
DAY 6: INQUITOS/CUZCO: Hop on a plane and jet to Cuzco. Hit the ground running and visit the Temple of the Sun! It sounds like an Indiana Jones movie, but the Koricancha Temple is the street corner where Incan history meets European culture. Its finely polished stone walls sheathed in gold are the foundation of the Convent of Santo Domingo. Underneath this monument of European religion sits ruins of a culture that worshiped the sun and, if the rumors are true, a couple of Incan mummies! The Incan fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooks the city of Cuzco and dates back to the period of Inca Pachaucuti whose press release credits him with founding the Incan empire.
DAY 7: CUZCO: Have you ever heard of a man named Hiram Bingham? Well, today you will explore his great discovery. In 1911, Hiram happened upon one of the most astounding structures built by human beings. Set against a dense jungle backdrop, Machu Picchu captures the imagination and all five senses. Although Hiram Bingham never became a household name, Machu Piccu has certainly enjoyed a successful run on t-shirts and postcards. Spend your last evening in Peru with your friends.
DAY 8: RETURN FLIGHT HOME: Depart Cuzco. Arrive USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from USA.
DAY 2: LIMA: Arrive in Lima. Rip a couple of pages out of the history book and follow in the footsteps of the proud native Incas and the Spanish conquistador Francesco Pizarro. In 1535, their worlds collided and, for better or worse the “City of Kings” was born. Lima remained the center of Spain’s “New World” empire for over three hundred years. Lima is now a welcoming coastal oasis featuring all the amenities of a modern city. Shop till you drop, lose yourself in vast museums and indulge your foodie alter ego with Peruvian dishes influenced by the Inca, Spanish and Asian cultures.
DAY 3: LIMA: Lima’s pride is its architecture. From Colonial to Modern, the city is flourishing with monuments. The Cathedral blends into the Government Palace and is complimented by its City Hall. The 17th Century San Francisco Church Convent is one of the few structures that survived the devastating earthquake of the 18th century and serves as a historical telescope aimed at views of the religious life of the Spanish during colonial times. The Pacific Ocean is a main character in the story of Lima. Views of the earth’s largest ocean await your attention and your camera, in the modern coastal districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
DAY 4: LIMA/INQUITOS: Hop on a plane and travel to the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by car, train or bus. Inquitos is hidden away, but this South American gem is just as noisy, snarky and manic as a city on the grid. Inquitos owes its success to rubber. They made their fortune in the 1860’s when rubber literally grew on trees. Belen is a floating river neighborhood with a market that makes you feel like you are in the middle of the jungle. Shades of the Amazon rain forest surround you. Travel on canoe-taxis paddled by children eager to try out their English skills on you. The market is lined with tropical fruits that are so foreign you will think you are visiting another planet. A collection of turtles, birds, frogs and herbal medicines round out the market’s inventory for a true Inquitos experience.
DAY 5: INQUITOS: What to do today? Hundreds of options run through your mind as you ponder the day over a cup of strong South American coffee in your hotel’s dining room. You can return to the market and get something special for that someone special. Full day excursions to the Rainforest are also available for that “Prime Amazon” experience.
DAY 6: INQUITOS/CUZCO: Hop on a plane and jet to Cuzco. Hit the ground running and visit the Temple of the Sun! It sounds like an Indiana Jones movie, but the Koricancha Temple is the street corner where Incan history meets European culture. Its finely polished stone walls sheathed in gold are the foundation of the Convent of Santo Domingo. Underneath this monument of European religion sits ruins of a culture that worshiped the sun and, if the rumors are true, a couple of Incan mummies! The Incan fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooks the city of Cuzco and dates back to the period of Inca Pachaucuti whose press release credits him with founding the Incan empire.
DAY 7: CUZCO: Have you ever heard of a man named Hiram Bingham? Well, today you will explore his great discovery. In 1911, Hiram happened upon one of the most astounding structures built by human beings. Set against a dense jungle backdrop, Machu Picchu captures the imagination and all five senses. Although Hiram Bingham never became a household name, Machu Piccu has certainly enjoyed a successful run on t-shirts and postcards. Spend your last evening in Peru with your friends.
DAY 8: RETURN FLIGHT HOME: Depart Cuzco. Arrive USA. Welcome home!
Country Description
Step back in time with a visit to Peru, where history is everywhere you look! Take a trip to the famous mountaintop fortress of machu picchu, one of the most fascinating and well preserved ancient sites in the Americas. Follow in the footsteps of Incan kings and imagine what things must have looked like five centuries ago before the Spanish colonists attacked. Sites such as Koricancha tell this tragic tale. Here you will find the church of Santo Domingo constructed right on top of ancient ruins. Peru’s modern scene is just as culturally rich. Submerse yourself in the many museums, shops and restaurants located in Peru’s capital, Lima. Not many countries offer you the opportunity to visit ancient temples, snow capped mountains, rain forests, and thriving modern cities within the span of a few days. Discover the magic of Peru!
Peru’s economy is booming due to its abundant natural resources that are exported all throughout the world. From mined metals to lumber, this agriculturally rich country can easily provide for itself and others. Much of the country’s recent success can be linked to finding and maintaining a balanced economic approach. Like many of the more successful countries in Latin and South America, Peru has gradually found a balance between privately –owned and state-run companies and industries.
TourBitz – Travel Tidbits for your international Adventure!
Official Name: Republic of Peru
Capital: Lima
Language(s): Three official languages; Spanish (84.1%), Quechua (13%), Aymara (1%).
Major Industries: Exports including gold, copper, zinc, tin and iron ore. Services industries are on the rise and the country does a comfortable trade with the United States, Chile, Brazil and China.
Currency: Nuevo sol (PEN)
Population: est 31 million
Fun TourBitz: The potato is originally from Peru and features over 3,000 varieties! The inventor of the first modern rocket propulsion system was a Peruvian named Pedro Paulet.