Incas & Conquistadors

12 days / 10 nights
from £1299 £1174

Holiday Information & Booking Conditions

This 12 day holiday combines the culture and nightlife of Lima; and the wonderful mountain scenery, ancient ruins and traditions of Cusco.

Itinerary in brief
Day 1:	Fly from UK to Lima (2 nights).
Day 2:	Optional Colonial Lima excursion.
Day 3:	Fly to Cusco (7 nights).
Day 4:	Optional Inca Cusco excursion.
Day 5:	Free day in Cusco.
Day 6:	Optional Sacred Valley excursion.
Day 7:	Optional Machu Picchu excursion or Short Inca Trail excursion.
Day 8:	Free day in Cusco or Machu Picchu.
Day 9:	Free day in Cusco.
Day 10:	Fly to Lima (1 night).
Day 11:	Flight to the UK.
Day 12:	Arrival in the UK.

Overview

Lima, on the Pacific coast, was the most important and magnificent city in South America for the Spanish. Visit the colonial district and some of the finest museums in the world, with amazing collections of pre-Hispanic treasures.

Cusco, majestic capital of the Inca Empire, is set in a valley 3,300m high in the Andes and has a unique charm and a relaxed atmosphere. Explore the city, a blend of Inca and Spanish styles, then salsa the night away. Visit the nearby Sacred Valley of the Incas. Take a breathtaking trip to Machu Picchu, lost city of the Incas, set in stunning mountain scenery or alternatively, walk the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Staying in Cusco, you can experience ancient cultures, wonderful scenery, lively festivals and colourful markets. There is also hiking, mountain biking, white water rafting, horse riding, paragliding and even hot air ballooning.