Amazon to the Andes

Itinerary

• Day 1 Lima

  Arrive at any time.

• Day 2 Lima/Cusco

  Hop on a flight to Cusco. Enjoy a free day of shopping and exploring the city. Choose to pre-book the Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour.Meals included: Breakfast

• Day 3 Cusco/Ollantaytambo

  Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar) Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

• Day 4 Inca Trail

  Depart Ollantaytambo by van to km 82 where the Inca Trail begins. Ease into the adventure with a straightforward day of hiking the meandering streams, stunning Andean scenery, and ancient Incan ruins. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Day 5 Inca Trail

  Start early to climb the long steep path to Warmiwañusca, better known as Dead Woman’s Pass. This is the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769 ft). Most hikers reach camp by early afternoon, with ample time to rest and relax Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Day 6 Inca Trail

  Cross two more passes and ruins on today's trek. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft) where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba. Hike through the cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds." Camp here or go another 1.5 hrs to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694 ft) Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Day 7 Machu Picchu/Cusco

  The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down for a guided tour of the ruins, before your train back towards Cusco.Meals included: Breakfast

• Day 8 Cusco

  Continue to explore Cusco on a free day in the city. Meals included: Breakfast

• Day 9 Cusco/Amazon Jungle

  Fly to Puerto Maldonado and continue by motorized boat to the comfortable and intimate G Lodge Amazon.Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Day 10 Amazon Jungle

  Enjoy guided excursions led by expert naturalists to spot wildlife at nearby oxbow lakes and along jungle trails. Spend some time relaxing in a hammock, enjoying the local swimming hole, or visiting a nearby plantation. Go on a caiman-spotting cruise after dinner. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Day 11 Amazon Jungle/Lima

  Fly back to Lima for an optional final dinner and night out.Fly back to Lima for an optional final dinner and night out

• Day 12 Lima

  Depart at any time. Meals included: Breakfast