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LEGACY OF THE INCAS

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Discover the lasting impact of the Incan civilization during this exciting vacation to Peru. Your trip begins with an introductory tour of the colonial heritage of Lima with visits to the cathedral and the San Francisco Monastery. Then drive to Ica, wine capital of Peru, for a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines — geometric etchings left by ancient Peruvians. Cruise to Ballestas Islands, which are inhabited by a wide variety of sea mammals, before heading back to Lima. Fly to Cuzco, once the capital of the Inca Empire, and spend the day in the Sacred Valley. While there, visit the Inca baths of Tambomachay and the Temple of Sacsayhuaman. It remains unfathomable how and when this fortress of gigantic stones "with some blocks weighing more than 350 tons — was built. Stop in Pisac to visit a home, meet some of the locals, and experience the way of life in this old mountain village. Visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo before traveling through Urubamba Valley by train on your way to legendary Machu Picchu, "The Lost City of the Incas." Your tour with a Local Guide brings you closer to the lives and mysteries still hidden in these amazing structures. You also have free time to wander and tour the Machu Picchu ruins at your own pace. Then back to Cuzco for a sightseeing tour with visits to the cathedral and the Santo Domingo Monastery. Next, travel to Puno on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Enjoy a hydrofoil cruise on this world-famous lake. Visit Uros Floating Islands, islands made of reed and home of the Uros Indians. Return to Lima via Juliaca, and head for home with your lasting memories from this amazing Peru vacation.

City Highlights
Lima:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit San Francisco Monastery; welcome dinner; farewell dinner

Ica:
Fly over the Nazca Lines; cruise to the Ballestas Islands

Sacred Valley:
Visit the Inca baths of Tambomachay, the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac

Machu Picchu:
Take a train through the Urubamba Valley; sightseeing with Local Guide and a second entrance to the ruins on your second day in Machu Picchu

Cuzco:
Sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit the cathedral and the Santo Domingo Monastery; enjoy dinner with Andean music

Lake Titicaca:
Guided sightseeing to Taquile and Uros Islands

Sillustani:
Visit the ruins

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