Day 1:ARRIVE IN LIMA, PERU Arrive in Lima where you will be met by your Local Guide.
Day 2:LIMA-PISCO-PARACAS & NAZCA LINES Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long—believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians.
(B,D)Day 3:PARACAS-BALLESTAS ISLAND CRUISE-LIMA This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands—home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabro, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital - where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture.
(B)Day 4:LIMA Peruvian Treasures, Presidential Palaces, and Pizarro 's Conquests
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Lima to see the colonial Old Quarter, Plaza de Armas, the presidential Government Palace, and the Lima Cathedral. Visit San Francisco Monastery to see the famous catacombs followed by the Larco Herrera Museum—with the world 's largest private collection of pre-Columbian Peruvian artDISCOVERY Later, enjoy a Culinary Experience with an authentic Peruvian welcome dinner in the exquisite, historic mansion—Casa Garcia Alvarado(B,D)Day 5:SACRED VALLEY Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes
CLASSIC Fly to Cusco, the ancient Andean city and former capital of the Inca Empire. A Guided Excursion into the Sacred Valley reveals the hillside Temple of Sacsayhuaman. Marvel at the remarkable inca stonework of this 15th-century fortress that was once the site of the largest battle between the Incas and the Spanish. The Spanish were ultimately victorious in 1536, disassembling part of the site to build homes in Cusco and leaving behind the ruins we find today. You will also see the Inca military post of Puca Pucara and visit the ceremonial site of Kenko where ancient Peruvian rituals and sacrifices were performedDISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour of Awanakancha to encounter llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos and learn about their vital role in Peruvian culture. Continue to the old mountain village of Pisac. Take time to shop in Pisac 's large Indian market for treasures such as alpaca sweaters, woven blankets, and handmade jewelryThis evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine.
(B,L,D)Day 6:SACRED VALLEY Stone Temples and Formidable Fortresses
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of the adobe village of Ollantaytambo this morning to visit the ruins of an Inca fortress. See the massive stones and amazing engineering design, including the Sun Temple and Princess Baths fountainDISCOVERY Join an Escorted Visit to a native Incan home to experience the way of life that has endured since the 13th centuryMACHU PICCHU Andean Heights and Hidden Secrets of the Inca 's Lost City
CLASSIC Join a Guided Excursion aboard the 360° Machu Picchu Train boasting spectacular panoramic views of the lush countryside of Urubamba Valley from its panoramic windows and an observation outdoor carriage. Travel by rail to Aguas Calientes to take the winding road to legendary Machu PicchuACTIVE Take a Guided Walk to explore the “Lost City of the Incas” high atop the Andes once overlaid with dense forest. Learn about the lives and mysteries still hidden in this ancient citadel and the amazing structures built by the pre-Columbian masters of this sacred landDISCOVERY Enjoy your overnight stay at the foot of the mountain where Machu Picchu is found with a gourmet Peruvian dinner(B,D)Day 7:MACHU PICCHU A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest
CLASSIC Take a second included Guided Excursion to Machu Picchu. Set out early to see the sunrise over the ruins, explore the terraces or perhaps venture up to see the Sun Gate, once used as the ancient entrance to the SanctuaryAfter lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco.
(B,L)Day 8:CUSCO Conquistadors, Churches, and the Colorful Culture of Peru
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Cusco and learn about the Inca culture and the Spanish invasion that threatened their way of life and very existence. Visit Santo Domingo Monastery, originally called Koricancha and built by the Incas as a Temple of the Sun with extraordinary engineering and masonry design. Continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit the Cusco CathedralEnjoy free time this afternoon to explore Cusco 's colorful culture.
DISCOVERY Tonight, an elegant dinner includes wine and a menu inspired by Peru 's eclectic mix of cultures(B,D)Day 9:IQUITOS Turn-of-the-Century Barons and the House that Eiffel Built
CLASSIC Today, you 'll travel by air to Lima and then onto Iquitos where you take a Guided Orientation of this 19th-century boom town with ornate homes built by the “rubber barons” of the day, such as La Casa de Fierro (The Iron House) designed by architect Gustave EiffelNAUTA-PERUVIAN AMAZON RIVER (EMBARKATION)Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and Cruise Director.
DISCOVERY Attend an onboard Welcome Reception to gain an overview of your upcoming Amazon experience. Your Naturalist Guide will offer information about the animal species of the Amazon ecosystem, the native villagers you 'll meet, and the spectacular plant life that thrives in this astonishing environment. See the two powerful Amazon tributaries—the Ucayali and Marañon Rivers—which converge to create the mighty Peruvian AmazonLater, on board, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients.
(B,L,D)Day 10:PERUVIAN AMAZON Spider Monkeys, Pink Dolphins, and Peru 's Favorite Cocktail
CLASSIC Rise early this morning for your first glimpse of the majestic Amazon at sunrise to experience the sights and sounds. After breakfast, take a Guided Panga Ride down one of the Amazon 's tributaries in search of the incredible wildlife. Your Naturalist Guide helps to spot capuchin, howler, tamarin, and spider monkeys, as well as iguanas, sloths, freshwater pink dolphins, and a stunning array of birdlife. Watch for the extraordinary giant Amazonian water lily CLASSIC This afternoon, a Guided Excursion to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve allows you to witness the activity of exotic birds, including trogons, macaws, parrots, falcons, and jacamarsACTIVE Take a refreshing Swim in this unique area of the Amazon—with the chance to encounter the Amazon 's amazing pink dolphinsDISCOVERY Join in an onboard Cooking Class to learn about native fruits, vegetables, and fish. You 'll learn about local ingredients for delicious recipes. In the evening, enjoy a Mixology Lesson to create Peru 's famous cocktail, the Pisco Sour(B,L,D)Day 11:PERUVIAN AMAZON Exotic Birds, Night Creatures, and Natural Remedies
ACTIVE Join a morning Naturalist Guided Walk to explore tropical flora, including epiphytes, orchids, and indigenous jungle vegetation below the rainforest 's canopyDISCOVERY Attend an onboard Nature Presentation about indigenous and medicinal plants, fruits, and vegetation used in the Amazonian culture for centuriesCLASSIC This afternoon, a Guided Excursion to the Amazon community of San Francisco introduces you local villagers who have called Amazonia their home for generationsACTIVE Join a Night Safari Excursion to spot nocturnal creatures, including caiman, frogs, bats, and boa constrictors. You will also have the chance to try fishing for piranhas! DISCOVERY Later tonight, enjoy Live Entertainment by the Delfin III crew of local performers to celebrate your Amazon adventure with music and dance(B,L,D)Day 12:IQUITOS (DISEMBARKATION) A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell
DISCOVERY This morning, disembark and bid your ship 's crew farewell. On the way to Iquitos, join an Escorted Visit to the Manatee Rescue Center to learn about these endangered Amazon species and the conservation efforts to save these gentle giants before flying to Lima(B)Day 13:LIMA Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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