Family adventure holiday in Peru
| country: | Peru |
| trip type: | High altitude, moderate walking holidays |
| departures: | 2008: 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 19 Dec 2009: 3 Apr, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 18 Dec |
| price: | From £1999 - £2349 (15 days) per adult and £1799 - £2089 per child including flights from UK, from £999 excluding flights. Local payment US $250. *Late availability* 18 Jul |
the amazing things you'll be doing
This thrilling journey uses a mixture of colourful local transport and includes visits to the Indian inhabitants of Lake Titicaca; Cusco and its colourful markets; and Machu Picchu, the eagle's nest of the Inca empire.
Ice-Mummies & Indians
From Lima you'll fly south to delightful Arequipa and see a fascinating display of mummies that were discovered high in the ice of the Andes. A short flight brings you to the shores of Lake Titicaca, where a boat will take you to the Uros Islands to visit its Indian villagers. The tortora reed, which grows here, is used to make their houses and boats.
Through the Andes to Machu Picchu
A classic train ride takes you through the Andes to Cusco, the old Inca capital. Nearby you’ll explore the vast, ruined fortress of Sacsayhuaman and Pisac’s bustling and colourful market. There’s plenty of time in the Sacred Valley for optional rafting, biking, walking and horse riding before heading to Machu Picchu. The magnificent ‘lost city’ stands on a high saddle, dominated by the jungle-clad peak of Wayna Picchu.
Amazon Jungle Extension.
You can extend your stay in Peru with a visit to the Amazon rainforest. You'll travel by plane and motorised canoe to a comfortable lodge on the Tambopata River and have two days to explore the rainforest. There are birds, butterflies, plantlife and mammals to see, but the main attraction is the atmosphere of the Amazon Jungle.
Teenager only departures: 01 Aug 2008, 31 Sep 2009
Ice-Mummies & Indians
From Lima you'll fly south to delightful Arequipa and see a fascinating display of mummies that were discovered high in the ice of the Andes. A short flight brings you to the shores of Lake Titicaca, where a boat will take you to the Uros Islands to visit its Indian villagers. The tortora reed, which grows here, is used to make their houses and boats.
Through the Andes to Machu Picchu
A classic train ride takes you through the Andes to Cusco, the old Inca capital. Nearby you’ll explore the vast, ruined fortress of Sacsayhuaman and Pisac’s bustling and colourful market. There’s plenty of time in the Sacred Valley for optional rafting, biking, walking and horse riding before heading to Machu Picchu. The magnificent ‘lost city’ stands on a high saddle, dominated by the jungle-clad peak of Wayna Picchu.
Amazon Jungle Extension.
You can extend your stay in Peru with a visit to the Amazon rainforest. You'll travel by plane and motorised canoe to a comfortable lodge on the Tambopata River and have two days to explore the rainforest. There are birds, butterflies, plantlife and mammals to see, but the main attraction is the atmosphere of the Amazon Jungle.
Teenager only departures: 01 Aug 2008, 31 Sep 2009
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Fly to Lima. |
| Day 2-3: | Fly to Arequipa; visit ice mummies museum & Santa Catalina convent |
| Day 4-5: | Fly to Juliaca; visit Sillustani ruins en route to Puno |
| Day 6: | Puno; visit Uros Islands on Titicaca |
| Day 7: | Cusco; visit Sacsayhuaman |
| Day 8: | Explore Sacred Valley & Pisac |
| Day 9: | Free; explore Sacred Valley |
| Day 10: | Train to Machu Picchu |
| Day 11: | Explore Machu Picchu, return to Cusco by train. |
| Day 12: | Cusco; walking tour |
| Day 13: | Free day in Cusco |
| Day 14-15: | Fly to Lima, day use at hotel and evening flight home |
small group family holiday
This is a 'small group family adventure' - typically you will join several other families and travel in a group of approx. 16 people. The trips are great value and a great way for you and your children to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of time to yourselves. Most adventure kids tend to be aged between 7 and 15, but some are younger (minimum age 5) and some older (perhaps travelling as part of a larger family group). Please check with the operator to confirm the minimum age for this trip how this holiday makes a difference
On this trip: Our policy of staying in locally owned accommodation, having local guides and group leaders and using transport owned and operated by local people wherever possible is continued in Peru. Our small groups (maximum of 20 people, approx.3-6 families) have a minimal impact on the fragile environment. All tour guides are responsible for ensuring that the guests understand the nature of the environment that they are in and minimise the impact that they may have.
Our Responsible Travel Code: Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel. If you would like a copy in advance of travel please contact us.
Charity Partnerships: We work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems.
Carbon Balancing: Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full.
Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, and now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday and that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book.
Our Responsible Travel Code: Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel. If you would like a copy in advance of travel please contact us.
Charity Partnerships: We work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems.
Carbon Balancing: Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full.
Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, and now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday and that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book.