The Southern Route is the dreamt travel in Peru for those who like to be in touch with culture and nature. Along the way, you will discover interesting archeological sites that will show you Peru’s culture and magnificent natural scenery; while learning more about its people’s customs and traditions.
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This Peru vacation package is a dream trip for those who like to be in touch with culture and nature. Along the way, you will discover interesting archeological sites, magnificent natural sceneries while learning more about the culture, customs and traditions of Arequipa / Colca Valley, Lake Titicaca, and Machu Picchu, located south of Peru.
Peru Travel to Arequipa & Colca Canyon
In Arequipa, also known as the “White City”, its old houses, monuments and convents will open their doors to tell you about a past of legends, while The Misti volcano will be the silent witness of your journey. As you leave to Arequipa’s ourskirts you will have the chance to appreciate the art and culture of several Andean villages that live along the Colca Canyon and valley, where condors are the masters of the sky.
Peru Travel to Lake Titicaca
In Puno, the turquoise waters of Lake Titicaca seem to mingle with heaven. Navigating over Lake Titicaca, the highest lake in the world, you will get to the Uros Island where warm people will welcome you and show you how to fish, cultivate, and sow on their bulrush floating islands. Arriving to Taquile, you will experience the customs of a town which keeps the ancient traditions of the Incas. You will finally arrive to Suasi Island, an amazing place where nature is the main element. More than a place, Suasi is a contemplative experience in Lake Titicaca. As part of this Peru vacation package, you will be able to travel to Lake Titicaca and enjoy this paradise.
Peru Travel to Machu Picchu
At the end on your trip, you will travel to Machu Picchu and discover the captivating and mystic Inca city. Machu Picchu Peru is considered an architectural and engineering master piece. You will be amazed by the majesty and perfection of this Inca legacy located among the mountains. Machu Picchu was discovered in 1911 by the American explorer Hiram Bingham. Using ingenious techniques, the Incas were able to carry heavy stone blocks and carvings to the top of the Machu Picchu Mountain and polish them with astonishing neatness.
Discover the customs and incredible landscapes of Arequipa, Lake Titicaca and Machu Picchu with this Peru vacation package!
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DAY 1
Transfer, on your own, to the airport to take your flight Lima – Arequipa. Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel (2,350m/7,708ft).
Afternoon and evening free to better acclimatize to the altitude.
Overnight in Arequipa.
DAY 2
Visit, on your own, Arequipa’s main square, Santa Catalina and Santa Teresa Convents, the Compañia Church, the Colonial House del Moral, Carmen Alto and Yanahuara viewpoints, San Lazaro district, among other attractions (not included in quote).
Overnight in Arequipa.
(B)
DAY 3
Colca Tour
Pick up from your hotel. Along the way to the Colca Valley (3,800m/12,464ft), you will pass through the Aguada Blanca National Reserve where you will admire vicuña herds and other native species. Gaze the artistic Andean landscape from the “Mirador de los Andes”. At your arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel/lodge.
Afternoon and evening free to better acclimatize to a higher altitude. Enjoy of La Calera hot springs located close to Chivay.
Overnight in Colca.
(B, L)
DAY 4
Cruz del Condor
Pick up from your hotel. Driving by the left hand-side of the Colca Canyon, you will visit some of the picturesque towns before arriving to “Cruz del Condor”. At your arrival, you will be able to watch the majestic flight of the Andean Condor and appreciate the impressive view of the canyon.
The trip continues to Puno (3,800m/12,464ft) in ground transportation. You will enjoy of amazing Andean landscapes along the way. Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Puno / Lake Titicaca.
(B, L)
DAY 5
Sillustani Tour
In the afternoon, pick up from your hotel. Visit the pre-Inca cemetery of Sillustani where you will find tubular stone tombs built by the Collas community and enjoy of a beautiful landscape at sunset. Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Puno / Lake Titicaca.
(B, L, D)
DAY 6
Uros, Taquile and Amantani Islands Tour 2 Days / 1 Night
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the Island of Uros where you will discover how they manage to built this artificial land as a way of survival, using a local plant called totora. You will continue by boat during 3 hours to the Amantani Island. This island is inhabited by Quechua speaking natives. The positive energy of this island is so powerful that it is known as the “Island of Love”. You will enjoy the hospitality of an Amantani home. Overnight at the island.
Overnight in Amantani Island / Lake Titicaca.
(B, L, D)
DAY 7
After breakfast, you will have time to walk around the pintoresque streets of this colorful island and to visit the pre-inca Temple of Pachatata. Early afternoon, you will go by boat towards the Taquile Island, where you will discover their customs and traditions and their particular way of life. It is necessary to go up a path to get to the center of Taquile where you will enjoy lunch and then return to the port to return to Puno in the afternoon.
Overnight in Puno / Lake Titicaca.
(B, L)
DAY 8
Transfer Puno – Cusco
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the station to take the tourist bus to Cusco (duration: 10 hours approx). On the way, you will enjoy of archaeological sites, art expressions, food, flora and fauna tipical of the high lands, stopping in the traditional towns of and Puccara, Racchi, and Andahuaylillas. Transfer to your hotel (3,350m/10,990ft).
Overnight in Cusco.
(B, L)
DAY 9
City Tour Cusco
Pick up from your hotel. Visit the Cathedral, Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Sacred Valley.
Overnight in Cusco.
(B)
DAY 10
Sacred Valley Tour
Pick up from your hotel. Visit the artisan market and Archeological Site of Pisac (2,800m/9,184ft).
Buffet lunch in Urubamba. Continue the tour visiting the Archaeological Site of Ollantaytambo and enjoy an amazing mountain view.
Transfer, on your own, to the Ollantaytambo station (10min walk from Main Square) to take the Expedition train departing at 19:00 and arriving to Aguas Calientes at 20:43. Transfer to your hotel in Aguas Calientes assisted by the hotel’s staff.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
(B, L, D – depending of the hotel category)
DAY 11
Tour Machu Picchu
Your tour guide will pick up from your hotel to take the bus up to Machu Picchu Mountain (2,350m/7,710ft) early in the morning and explore the great “Lost City of the Incas” together.
After the tour, your will hike, on your own, the Huayna Picchu Mountain (400 people limit per day) to admire an impressive panoramic view of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu and/or visit the Temple of the Moon.
After Huayna Picchu, we recommend you to walk up, on your own, to the Sun Gate or Inti Punku to admire another amazing panoramic view of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu or visit the Inca Bridge.
Take the bus down (last bus departs ta 17:30), on your own, to Aguas Calientes and enjoy of its natural hot springs (not included in quote). Transfer, on your own, to the station to take the Expedition train departing at 16:43 and arriving at 20:13 to Poroy (20-15min from Cusco). At your arrival, you will look for a sign with your name to be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Cusco.
(B)
DAY 12
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the airport to take your flight Cusco – Lima.
Overnight in Cusco.
(B)
LEGEND
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Breakfast
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Snack
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Dinner
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Boxed Lunch
Lima
Lima is the capital and the largest city of Peru. It is located in the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac and Lurín rivers, in the central part of the country, on a desert coast overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Together with the seaport of Callao, it forms a contiguous urban area known as the Lima Metropolitan Area. With a population approaching 9 million, around one-third of the Peruvian population, Lima is the fifth largest city in Latin America. Lima is home to one of the largest financial hubs in Latin America. It has been defined as a beta world city by GaWC international ranking.
Lima was founded by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro on January 18, 1535, as la Ciudad de los Reyes, or “the City of Kings”. It became the capital and most important city in the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru. Following the Peruvian War of Independence, it became the capital of the Republic of Peru.
Miraflores Park (5 Star deluxe)
Sensational seafood beside the tumbling Pacific waves
The scent of the sea is borne on the breeze, ceviche and other great fish dishes are highlights of the menu. Stylish restaurants are part of the mix of old colonial treasures and cool, contemporary living that make modern Lima one of South America’s liveliest places to be.
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JW Marriott (5 Stars)
The JW Marriott Hotel Lima awaits with a stunning central location, awe-inspiring architecture and magnificent views. Towering above grand, oceanside cliffs in Lima, Peru’s Miraflores district, the JW Marriott Hotel Lima offers sweeping panoramas of the Pacific Ocean from every guest room. The hotel’s 25-story, ultra-modern glass tower makes a grand statement as the most cosmopolitan and contemporary of Lima luxury hotels. Our spacious ocean-view rooms feature new bedding from Marriott with designer duvets and extra-plush pillows, air-conditioning, in-room safe and mini-bar. Superbly suited for business and pleasure, the JW Marriott Hotel Lima is home to a 5-star gourmet restaurant and over 18,000 SF of meeting space. Enjoy the first-class service and facilities that include a health club spa and fitness center, swimming pool (open from late Dec to March) and gift shop. Whether your trip entails business or leisure, you’ll find a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation at the luxurious JW Marriott Hotel Lima.
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Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores (5 Stars)
With its stylish contemporary design, cutting-edge technology and ideal location, the flagship Casa Andina Private Collection – Miraflores hotel is the top of its class in every aspect. Once the Miraflores César’s, Lima’s fondly remembered, original five-star hotel, this modern icon was dramatically transformed in 2008 into the capital’s newest luxury hotel. Its quintessential Limeño flavor reverberates in the exquisite art collection of contemporary local artists and prized colonial-era antiques, in both public spaces and accommodations.
The 17-story hotel, with views over Miraflores and the Pacific coast, offers 148 sophisticated, contemporary luxury rooms and suites, with soundproofing and LCD flatscreen TVs in every room. First-class amenities include a heated, covered pool and breezy terrace, gymnasium with the latest exercise equipment, prestigious Joop salon & massage room, business center, and 5 multimedia-equipped corporate event & meeting rooms.
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Radisson Decapolis Miraflores (4 stars)
The Radisson Decapolis Miraflores is located in the city’s upscale Miraflores district, known for its shopping, parks, beaches and entertainment. Our convenient location provides easy access to a number of local attractions and sights, including Huaca Pucllana and Larcomar.
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Costa del Sol Ramada (4 Stars)
Located within Jorge Chávez International Airport, the Hotel Costa del Sol Ramada offers guests first class infrastructure and service that will make their stay in the capital a true pleasure.
Thanks to its strategic location, you will be able to save time during your stay and optimize your rest. In this way, you will benefit from a perfect combination of time, pleasure and relaxation.
The hotel also offers the Spa Express, a complete spa facility which is the ideal option after a long journey, and before catching your next flight.
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Casa Andina Classic Miraflores Select (3 Star Superior)
Ideally located in Miraflores, Casa Andina Select – Miraflores is the perfect choice for sophisticated business and leisure travelers who expect efficiency, excellent service, and comfortable, contemporary styling, all at reasonable rates. This new, 11-story construction with 155 rooms is within walking distance (or a short taxi ride)of banks and offices, as well as top restaurants, attractions and shopping.
With a style that’s urbane and warmly modern, androom décor inspired by the local environment, it’s a touch more sophisticated than Casa Andina Classic, while more accessibly priced than top-of-the-line Private Collection hotels. Rooms come equipped with LCD TVs, writing desks, soundproof windows and blackout curtains, while suites feature comfortable separate sitting rooms.
And it has all the facilities, services and conveniences a business traveler demands, including executive meeting facilities, business center, and secretarial services.
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Sonesta Posadas del Inca Miraflores (3 Star)
Sonesta Posadas del Inca Miraflores in Lima, Peru is a cozy hotel with exceptional customer service and comfortable rooms. Located in the heart of Lima’s fashionable Miraflores district, the Posada is close to important financial institutions and five minutes from the beach.
Boutiques, restaurants, cinemas, coffee shops, art galleries, artisan markets and parks are all nearby the Sonesta Posadas del Inca Miraflores. Larcomar, Lima’s newest shopping and entertainment center overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offers a myriad of exciting activities.
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Casa Andina Classic Miraflores Centro (3 Stars)
A modern & ideally located hotel in the heart of Miraflores, with 58 contemporary, well-equipped rooms on 6 floors. Perfect for value-seeking travelers keen to be in the midst of Lima’s greatest density of restaurants, shopping and nightlife.
While Miraflores is a traditional, residential neighborhood, it has also become the most fashionable, upscale district of Peru’s cosmopolitan capital, renowned for its dynamic nightlife and gastronomic scene.
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Allpa (3 stars)
Allpa Hotel & Suites provides spacious and modern rooms with the latest technology and comfort for today’s guest demand, integrating a magnificent environment of trends, decoration and art.
Our location makes us an excellent choice. Nearby you can enjoy the best of Lima, and you can find excellent restaurants, upscale boutiques, the most important banks, shopping malls, handicrafts markets, cultural attractions. Also, at a walking distance from the hotel you will have a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean.
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Casa Wayra (B&B)
The popularity of Bed & Breakfast is fast growing; so at Casa Wayra we decide to follow this exciting new trend to satisfy all travelers who are looking for a comfortable, clean and safe place, including all necessary services to enjoy your stay with the best location available to easily get to all that Lima has to offer.
Wayra: Means voice of the wind…is a Quechua expression used since ancestral times in the Andes of Peru.
Casa Wayra provides you with simple, clean & comfortable rooms, all with a private bathroom and most of them with garden view; and a common area with a spacious living room including TV with cable and DVD, a dining room with fridge, microwave and a nice terrace with a relaxing atmosphere.
American Breakfast is included for all the guests as well as computer with free internet access and Wi-FI connection in all the areas.
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Arequipa
Arequipa is the capital city of the Arequipa Region in southern Peru. It is the second most populous city of the country. Arequipa lies in the Andes mountains, at an altitude of 2,335 meters (7,661 ft) above sea level; the former snow-capped volcano El Misti overlooks the city.
The city has many colonial-era Spanish buildings built of sillar, a pearly white volcanic rock, from which it gets the nickname La Ciudad Blanca (“The White City”).
Casa Andina Private Collection Miraflores (5 stars)
Restored to its original grandeur, this storied sillar (white volcanic stone) colonial mansion is one of the finest hotels in Arequipa’s historic center – and is as much living museum as it is hotel. Inhabiting the 1794 former Casa de la Moneda (Mint House)—a National Historic Monument—it is Arequipa’s finest hotel and one of the most sumptuous hotels to stay in all of Peru.
Meticulously restored and remodeled in 2008 after more than a century of neglect, the hotel features high vaulted ceilings, 2 ample colonial courtyards, and an elegant gourmet restaurant. The lengthy restoration unearthed numerous surprises, including original frescoes, reliefs, and even a chapel long hidden from view. Five spectacularly large suites have unrivaled Republican-era flavor, yet the historic mansion has also been ingeniously adapted: a unique architectural skylight shields the main courtyard from Arequipa’s intense sun, and 36 new rooms occupy a sleek modern adjunct structure off a second interior patio.
Brilliantly illuminated at night, the hotel is in the heart of Arequipa’s historic quarter, just around the corner from the magnificent 16th-century Santa Catalina Convent and only 3 blocks from Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
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El Fundador (4 stars)
El Fundador Hotel is located two blocks from Arequipa’s Main Square, in the traditional neighborhood of San Lazaro, very closet o the financial and commercial area.
It is characterized for its elegance and welcoming atmosphere. It offers 30 ample rooms and you will be assisted by a very ell selected personnel during your stay, making of your trip to Arequipa an unforgettable one.
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Casa Andina Classic Arequipa (3 stars)
One of the best-equipped hotels in Arequipa, a large, contemporary construction of sillar (white volcanic stone), very well located and with a full complement of facilities and services to host both good-sized groups as well as business and independent travelers.
Though just a 6-block walk to the Plaza de Armas and Santa Catalina Convent, the hotel is in a safe and relaxed neighborhood removed from the bustle of Arequipa’s busy bars and heaviest downtown traffic. With a 4th-floor terrace and clear views of El Misti volcano, it’s perfect for enjoying Arequipa’s ever-present sunshine.
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El Corregidor (B&B)
Hotel Corregidor is at your disposal to render your stay as pleasant as possible in our magical and traditional city of Arequipa. We are a superior three-star hotel where you will receive the warm, personal attention and all services to make an unforgettable trip.
Hotel Corregidor is located in Arequipa City, Peru. Inside in the Historical Center of Arequipa, known as the White City, declared World Cultural Heritage, only 6 blocks from the Main Square.
We are located in a safe area, away from noise of the street for true rest.
The famous monasteries and churches, which represent colonial architectural gems, are located very close to the hotel.
Just 20 minutes drive from the airport.
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Cusco
Cusco was the site of the historic capital of the Inca Empire and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1983 by UNESCO. It is a major tourist destination and receives almost 2 million visitors a year. It is designated as the Historical Capital of Peru by the Constitution of Peru. It is home of the great citadel of Machu Picchu and picturesque Andean towns along the Sacred Valley of the Incas such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo.
Monasterio (5 star deluxe)
Where centuries of culture meet and mix
A former monastery raised on Inca stones, this is a haven of near-religious calm. Yet just outside its tranquil cloisters is Cuzco’s lively city centre, where brightly-clad traders hawk their wares, trekkers prepare to hike the Andes trails and Peruvian musicians gather enthusiastic crowds.
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Inkaterra La Casona (5 star deluxe)
Discover an elegant fusion of colonial and Inca culture. A striking 16th century manor house, has been meticulously restored as an 11-suite luxury Cusco hotel, celebrating Cusco’s hybrid history and tradition. Inca legacies and colonial furnishings blend with contemporary comforts and impeccable services.
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JW Marriott Cusco (5 star deluxe)
The JW Marriott Hotel Cusco will feature a highly customized design built around a Colonial Convent and the archaeological remains found on the site.153 rooms, including 7 suites equipped with supplemental oxygen system, luxurious bedding, bathrooms with separate shower and bathtub, and the latest in-room technology making your stay a unique experience. You will be able to enjoy a pleasant local environment in the Restaurants, where the richness of Peruvian cuisine is perfectly integrated with the ancient architecture of the Incas. Delight our exquisite typical drinks as Pisco Sour, surrounded by the ancient aura of the Incas. Enjoy the high end services and facilities at the Spa over 300 square meters. A unique place specially designed to relax and rejuvenate using ancient elements combined with techniques and special treatments. Enjoy the relaxation pool, treatment rooms, Sauna and steam chamber. Visit our Archaeological Exhibition Hall and Exhibition Hall of the Killke culture located inside the Hotel.
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Libertador Palacio del Inka (5 Stars)
Cusco Hotel Libertador Palacio del Inka location invites guests to enjoy a fascinating and unique experience in the historic center of this ancient city.
Located in front of the Koricancha, or Sun Temple, in this Cusco Hotel there’s an adventure awaiting: the guest familiarizes with the colonial and Inca legacy of this Andean jewel, strolling around the narrow streets of the city and visiting several places of interest such as Machu Picchu, the main square, the cathedral, the artisan neighborhood of Saint Blas, as well as the archeological sites of Sacsayhuamán, Q’enko, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay.
Libertador Cusco Hotel, number twelve hotel of South America according to Condé Nast Traveler readers is considered a luxury Cusco hotel and one of the best places to stay in the city for providing full hotel services in our restaurant, bar, business center, shops, café, gym and Jacuzzi.
Likewise, the warm hospitality of our top notch staff is the result of years of experience and has become our hallmark: there’s no limit to what we are able to do for our guests.
Discover the wonders of the cradle of the Inca Empire, adventure yourself in the pre-Hispanic and colonial Cusco and be part of a world of living cultures and hundreds of years of history all in the comfort and luxury of our Cusco Hotel.
Enjoy the thrill and excitement of our other destinations: Arequipa, Trujillo, Lima and Puno and experience the best service our country can offer.
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Costa del Sol Picoaga (4 stars)
The Hotel Costa del Sol Picoaga is located in a colonial-era mansion that is considered part of the cultural heritage of the city of Cusco. The building dates back to the 17th century, when the Marquis de Picoaga arrived in the city and built himself a new home, employing stonework and murals.
The hotel is divided between a colonial wing and a contemporary wing, combining stone archways, a beautiful patio, a fountain and original murals dating from the architecture of the 17th century with all the comforts of a modern, contemporary hotel. The rooms have been designed for the comfort of the guests and are spacious, peaceful and fully equipped. They have Wi-Fi internet connections, cable television, direct dial telephones, safe deposit boxes and a mini-bar.
The hotel conserves all the beauty of an old colonial mansion and provides the welcoming service that will make you feel special during every day of your stay with us.
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Casa Andina Private Collection Cusco (4 Stars)
A beautifully renovated 18th-century manor house, just 3 blocks from Cusco’s Plaza de Armas, replete with authentic colonial character. It offers the intimacy of a boutique hotel but the comforts and services of a much larger property.
The hotel is distinguished by its 3 interior patios with wooden balconies. The principal patio, featuring a gurgling stone fountain, is one of Cusco’s emblematic colonial courtyards. In the hotel’s cozy lounge and reading room is a massive stone fireplace that’s always crackling, while the romantic gourmet restaurant invites guests to dine by candlelight in one of 4 connected salons richly decorated with 18th-century Cusco School paintings. Several rooms in the original structure of the hotel feature surviving colonial frescoes unearthed during renovation.
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Novotel (4 Stars)
The Novotel Cusco hotel is the perfect place to spend a few days or vacation as it is located in the historic center, close to the Plaza de Armas and cathedral, and 10 minutes from the airport. The Novotel Cusco is an historic base for discovering the Inca civilization. This 4-star hotel has 99 rooms including 16 Superior Rooms, all inside a 16th century building. We have a restaurant, café and bar. Ideal for family trips.
Novotel Cusco, located in the historic city center of Cusco, is in the perfect spot for discovering the Inca civilization. The hotel is in a 16th century building, and is an ideal starting point for visiting the cathedral and other hotspots of Cusco.
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Sonesta Hotel Cusco (4 Stars)
All of our 70 guest rooms feature modern amenities and conveniences and offer a view of the city or the mountains. The entire hotel was renovated in anticipation of the January, 2010 grand reopening. The hotel, which was built in 1986 as the Cusco Savoy, now features a modern contemporary décor and a fine dining restaurant serving classic Peruvian cuisine. Explore the local neighborhood including the handcraft market, Plaza de Armas, wonderful local restaurants and artisan shops, and the monuments from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco.
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Rumi Punku (3 stars)
You find us in walking distance from most of the important places, only 300 meter from Plaza de Armas. We are part of the historic Cusco, and placed in a dead end street which assures you tranquility during your stay with us.
The name Rumi Punku comes from Quechua: Rumi means stones.
Punku means door or entrance.
Our doorway is certainly of Inca construction, and the double Jamb indicates that it was once the entrance to a very sacred place; in this case, the original purpose is unknown. The Inca doorway is considered a Historic Monument of the City of Cusco by INC (National Institute of Culture). Today this doorway welcomes you.
Inside you will find colonial buildings around two courtyards, and in the back; facing a beautiful Inca wall, you find a peaceful garden.
We have a new Spa and gym with a light atmosphere, and a panoramic view towards San Blas.
In our colonial lounge / cafeteria you find a fireplace. Here you can relax and watch TV or enjoy a game of chess, darts or internet.
You can also relax and enjoy the view over Cusco from one of ours two terraces.
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Casa Andina Classic San Blas (3 Star Superior)
The hotel is a sprawling colonial building built around a sunny colonial stone courtyard, peacefully removed from Cusco’s fast pace – like a sophisticated country hotel in the city. Rooms offer superb distant views of Cusco’s tiled rooftops and surrounding mountains or of the handsome arcaded interior courtyard, central fountain, and ample terrace. Tucked away in the heart of the city’s most atmospheric neighborhood, San Blas, the hotel has 4 wood-burning chimneys and delightful sitting areas climbing a tower. The hotel is perfect for visitors looking for a relaxed, spacious option, and ideal for families.
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Casa Andina – Classic Koricancha (3 Stars)
The hotel is removed from the traffic, hustle and bustle of the center but still just 3 blocks from Cusco Plaza de Armas. An atmosphere of spaciousness and serenity, spread across 2 sprawling, connected 18th-century manor houses and 2 peaceful interior colonial patios. Just steps from Koricancha (the Inca Temple of the Sun) and Santo Domingo church.
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Casa Andina Classic Cusco Catedral (3 stars)
About as close as you can get to Cusco’s Cathedral & beautiful Plaza de Armas without actually being on the busy square. Intimately identified with the Cusco’s illustrious history, the hotel occupies a colonial building with iconic green balconies and red tiles, and features an exposed Inca stone wall in the hotel lobby. Several rooms have coveted views of the Plaza de Armas and Compañía de Jesús church.
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Casa Andina – Cusco Plaza (3 Stars)
Perfectly convenient: under the colonial arcades of stately Plaza Regocijo & around the corner from Cusco’s beautiful Plaza de Armas. Guests of this hotel can’t get much closer to the restaurants, bars, and shops that mark the Plaza de Armas of Cusco.
The original Casa Andina hotel features a cozy fireplace lounge and top-floor breakfast room with unparalleled views of the Cathedral and the Plaza de Armas. Its elevator & central location are ideal for convenience-oriented independent travelers, especially those struggling with Cusco’s elevation & hilly streets.
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Sonesta Posada del Inca Cusco (3 Stars)
In the heart of the ancient Inca and Spanish Colonial capital of Cusco, the 22-room Sonesta Posadas del Inca is a few steps from the city’s Main Square and offers first-class lodging, with a taste of authentic Peruvian hospitality.
The Posada, a train ride from Machu Picchu, is an ideal home base for exploring the magic of the Imperial City of Cusco, center of the Inca and Spanish colonial cultures. Within close proximity are Koricancha Temple, Sacsayhuamán, Kenko, Puca Pucará, Tambomachay and the Sun and the Moon Temple.
Also close by are many shops and artists’ studios offering traditional and contemporary crafts as well as the exciting nightlife.
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Rimacpampa (B&B)
Here in Cusco the naval of the world, life’s mystical powers are reborn. Discover it here.
Enjoy your visit to the city of Cusco and have a few unforgettable days relaxing at Rimacpampa Hostel.
All the magic and charm of a village in one place, Rimacpampa is a dream hostel in a dream city.
We offer you a warm welcome to our hostel; we are located in the city center close to the principle cultural centers and tourist attractions.
Our aim is to offer a personalized service and we want all our guests who come from far away to feel part of the family, in a warm and secure environment, we truly appreciate your visit.
We have a warm and comfortable cafe, a large lobby, and 12 well equipped comfortable rooms to fulfill all your needs; a total of 30 beds in single, double, matrimonial and triple rooms, all with heating and en-suite bathrooms.
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Puno
Puno was the territory of the Tiahuanacos (800 A.D. – 1200 A.D.) who were the highest cultural expression of the Aymara people that established themselves in what is today Peru and Bolivia. The Incas took over these lands in the fifteenth century, and the Spanish, attracted by the mining industry developed there. Today, the City of Puno (3,287 masl), which lies on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, is the folklore capital of Peru and the site of the Feast of the Virgen de la Candelaria. In Lake Titicaca, you can visit the floating Islands of Los Uros, Taquile, Amantani and Suasi. In the outskirts, you can visit the spectacular Chullpas de Sillustani, a complex of impressive burial towers built by the Kollas, Juli, famous for its beautiful Colonial churches, Lampa with its vice royal church built between 1675 and 1685, Llachón, a community that still maintains its centuries old customs and cultural expressions, and Pucará, known for its pre-Inca pottery and for the “toritos de Pucará” that the artisans of today create from clay.</p