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Travel to Peru from September 18 to October 3, 2024 (16 days / 15 nights)
Experience a spiritual walking journey in a small group accompanied in Peru in the fall of 2024!
THIS JOURNEY IS GUIDED IN FRENCH
5,998.00$ – 6,425.00$
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CULTURAL TRIPS
SPIRITUAL WALK
HARD
Peru “In the Footsteps of the Inca People” is a human journey into the heart of Peru, its beliefs, its people, legends, and vibrant landscapes. You will discover this mythical country at the pace of your steps and experience your own sacred path on the Inca Trail that will lead you to the city of Machu Picchu. Take the time to inhabit the landscape, meet others, and surpass yourself. You will connect with the spirit of thousands of Incas who shaped and trod this legendary route. Experience the diversity of the inhabitants of this emblematic country and the richness of their culture.
Highlights
– Welcome ceremony with papacho and coca leaf reading
– Comprehensive visit to the lost city of Machu Picchu at sunrise
– 2 nights with locals, getting closer to the local culture
Extras
– Guidance by Sylvie Caouette, who has lived in Peru
– Connection and exploration of Inca culture
– Trek on the Inca Trail to discover Machu Picchu
I experienced the Camino de Santiago in 2017, starting in Puy-en-Velay and finishing in Spain in Finisterre at the “end of the earth” for a 1,600 km pilgrimage in 70 days of walking. During my journey, I deeply touched my dream of becoming a travel guide and taking others to live this incredible experience of pilgrimage on the roads to Compostela. I went back in 2019 with 3 other pilgrims and seeing the happiness in their eyes when they arrived at the Santiago Cathedral convinced me to make it my mission. So I undertook the Travel Guide course, joined the Spiritours team and today I accompany people on their spiritual journeys.
Departure from Montreal airport in the evening for a flight to Lima. Private transfer from the airport to your hotel in Lima. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
City tour of Lima and its colonial center on foot with a French-speaking guide. Lunch in a typical cevicheria, then return on foot to the hotel. Private transfer from Lima to the airport, then departure for Cusco via an internal flight (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes), and check-in at your hotel.
City tour of Cusco and visit to Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun) in the morning with a French-speaking guide, typical meal. Afternoon ceremony called Despacho, offering to Mother Earth, conducted by an Andean priest according to the still existing Inca traditions practiced in this corner of the world, coca leaf reading. Overnight at the hotel.
In the morning, departure for Sacsayhuaman Park by private transport. Visit the astronomical and ceremonial center of Q’enco, the small fortress of Puka Pukara, and the ruins of Tambomachay, known as the “baths of the Inca.” Along the way, visit the textile center of Awanacancha and the Zoolojico refuge for animals. Exploration of the ruins of Pisaq, a site high in the mountains. You can then descend from the ruins by private vehicle or by descending the 1,050 stone steps that priests used to reach the sacred river. Arrival at the bottom, visit the village of Pisaq and its ancestral craft market. Free time at the market for shopping, then return to the hotel.
Early morning departure from your hotel to the village of Chinchero by private transport, nestled on its high plateau. Visit the village and start walking on an ancient Inca trail. The trail passes through the countryside, made up of high plateaus where quinoa and potatoes are cultivated, and where some herds of sheep and llamas pass. Dinner and overnight with a local family (Nati). Notes: Positive elevation gain of 540 m. Negative elevation gain of 650 m. Walking duration: 6 to 7 hours.
After breakfast, head towards the city of Huchuy Qosqo (3600 m above sea level). The construction of this Inca city dates back to around 1400 and was possibly a resting place for the emperor, enjoying an incredible view of the Sacred Valley. Subsequently, a 4 km descent to the village of Lamay at an altitude of 2,950 m. Private transport from Lamay to Ollantaytambo. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Two possible options for this day. Option 1: Depart at 6:40 a.m. from Ollantaytambo, travel comfortably aboard the Inca Rail “Voyager” train to the village of Aguas Calientes. Option 2: Depart by train from Ollantaytambo to reach the small bridge at km 104. Hike to the city of Machu Picchu for 16 km (a walking permit will be issued before departure). Arrival in the late afternoon at the famous Sun Gate, ‘Inti Punku,’ where you can catch a glimpse of the Machu Picchu citadel in the distance, an exceptional viewpoint. Return by bus to join the rest of the group in Aguas Calientes. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Early departure from your hotel by bus to the entrance of the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu, where exceptional stone work proves that it was inhabited by Inca nobility. Official academic visit of 3 hours. Return to Aguas Calientes by bus. Overnight at the hotel.
Depart by train to the village of Ollantaytambo, arriving late in the morning. Drop off luggage at the hotel, then head to the Moray site in the heart of the Sacred Valley. Visit the Maras salt mines, salt pans consisting of thousands of basins dating back to the pre-Inca period fed by a saline water source. Option to walk (in 1.5 hours) to the peaceful village of Maras. Visit the Inca village of Chinchero (“rainbow” in Quechua), known for the quality of its textiles, featuring a refined colonial church and the ruins of Inca terraces. In the late afternoon, transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
Free day to explore the imperial city of Cusco and relax. Enjoy getting lost in its streets and exploring every corner of this thousand-year-old city steeped in history. Suggested visits: Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral of Cusco, Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun) built in 1440 by the Incas, the San Blas district, the colorful San Pedro market, and the 4 ruins of Sacsayhuaman. Overnight at the hotel in Cusco.
Departure from Cusco towards the village of Cusipata (community of Hanchipata-Quesuno), the gateway to the Apu Ausangate region. Start the hike to the Vinicunca mountain or “rainbow” (about 3 hours round trip, at an altitude of over 5,000 m, optional horse ride available on-site). Overnight in a small colonial village in rustic accommodation with a local host near Vinicunca.
Departure from the accommodation and visit the Inca archaeological site of Raqchi, which was an important religious and military center for the Incas, the link between Cusco and Puno. Gradual ascent to the La Raya pass, located at an altitude of 4200 m. On the other side of the pass, descent into the Puno region. Afternoon arrival at the Sillustani site, a sacred burial site where kings and nobles from three civilizations were buried. You will be in Puno in the late afternoon, overlooking Lake Titicaca. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Morning transfer to the port of Puno for a two-day private cruise on the emerald waters of Lake Titicaca. Visit the Uros Islands, strange floating islands made of Totora (a reed) and inhabited by a small community of fishermen. The cruise continues to the community of Luquina, living self-sufficiently on the edge of the lake. Discover the ancestral way of life of the community, with shared daily tasks. Free time before a 1-hour walk to reach the highest point of the island and enjoy the sunset over the lake. In the evening, stargazing under the pure sky of Lake Titicaca. Overnight at a homestay.
Breakfast in the community, then departure by boat to the nearby island of Taquile, located a few kilometers away. Explore Taquile on foot, discovering its inhabitants and culture. Men wear knitted hats they make themselves, and women wear layered skirts. Their entire dress actually reflects their social status: whether they are married, have children, or are single. Return in the late afternoon to the port of Puno and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Casona Plaza hotel in a standard room.
Free morning in Puno, along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Depart from your hotel to the archaeological site of Sillustani, a funerary site consisting of tower-shaped tombs. This journey will allow you to admire the landscapes of the “altiplano” and the typical houses of the Andean high plateau. Lunch in the typical community of the altiplano of Chimu. After the meal, explanation of the customs and traditions of the community. Transfer from your hotel to the Juliaca airport (about 1 hour from Puno) for an internal flight from Juliaca to Lima (about 1 hour and 30 minutes). Check-in and overnight at the hotel in Lima.
Transfer to Lima airport and return flight to Montreal.
**Itinerary subject to change – Exclusive tour, all rights reserved**
PRICE
Early Booking: $5,998/person (double occupancy). Early Booking discount of $100 if registered before May 16, 2024.
Regular Price: $6,098/person (double occupancy)
Single Room Supplement: $427 (only for the 4 hotel nights). (**Subject to availability – Limited quantity **)
* Spiritours offers the possibility of room sharing. If we are unable to pair you, Spiritours will assume the additional costs for registrations more than 60 days before departure but reserves the right to pair you even during the trip if necessary.
* All prices are based on the exchange rate in effect on August 1, 2023.
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES
– Round-trip flights Montreal-Lima with Delta or Aeromexico
– Round-trip domestic flights Lima-Cusco
– 2 nights with locals
– Hotel nights
– All breakfasts, all dinners (except in Cusco on the free day), 2 suppers
– All transfers by train, city bus, taxi, and boat
– Services of a tour leader
– 2 preparatory meetings
– Services of a French-speaking guide on-site
– The Boleto Turistico General de Cusco (BTG) granting access to several archaeological sites in the Cusco and Sacred Valley region (valid for 10 days)
– All taxes
THIS PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE
– Meals not mentioned in the program
– Drinks
– Travel insurance (see registration form)
– Tips & personal expenses
– Contribution to the Compensation Fund for Customers of Travel Agents (FICAV): $3.50 per $1000
REGISTRATION
Registration deadline: July 16, 2024 (60 days before departure or when the maximum number of passengers is reached). It is possible to register after this date, a supplement may apply.
To register: You can register on our website (see the top of the travel webpage, on the right) or download and fill out the PDF form and send it to us with your deposit of $750. It is advisable to register as early as possible, as places are limited. Please attach a photocopy of your passport to your registration (international travel only).
Travel Insurance: For travel insurance, contact us to find out your premium.
Number of Participants: Minimum 7 – Maximum 15
Required Documentation: All Canadian travelers going to Peru must have a passport valid for six months after the planned return date to the country.
For more information, please contact
Frédérique Lafont
(514) 374-7965, extension 207
frederique.lafont@spiritours.com
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I particularly appreciated the variety of sites, all of which are magnificent. Also, the comfort of the hotels, the availability, and the very great generosity of our tour leader. Ground transportation is equivalent to grand luxury, the meals are very hearty, in short, impeccable organization.
– Catherine F., Montreal, QC
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