Yes, we highly recommend purchasing travel protection to safeguard your investment and provide peace of mind. We offer travel insurance options at the time of booking.

Absolutely! We offer customization options, from private tours to dietary accommodations. We'll work closely with you to create a personalized itinerary aligned with your interests.  

• A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation.
• Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.
• Reservations made after the seat reduction date of August 11, 2026 are based upon availability.
• Final payment due by December 18, 2026. Deposits are refundable up until August 18, 2026.

Your comfort is important to us. With that in mind, we charter coaches that are temperature-controlled. While some coaches may have a toilet facility, it is for emergency use since local laws require the vehicle to stop for safety reasons. Rest assured that frequent stops will be made along the touring route for your comfort and convenience. 

Please note, outlets for charging devices may not be available on the coach. Therefore, if you anticipate using electronic devices, we recommend bringing portable power banks. 

Change your seat, change your view! At least once a day, the Tour Manager will ask all travelers to change seats. This ensures that every traveler has an opportunity to enjoy a variety of views as they travel and a chance to get to know each other better. 

Depending on availability, single travelers may be seated next to another traveler. In fairness to all, there will be no exceptions to this policy.

Activity Level 4 - Very Active

You’re ready to seize the day, whatever it may bring. You lead an active life at home (walking, biking, and half or full day hikes are things you may enjoy) and 10,000 steps a day is normal for you. You can handle longer walking tours (more than 3 hours covering 3+ miles at a steady clip) and activities that involve traversing uneven terrain, steep slopes, standing for periods of time, and varying altitudes and temperatures. You don’t mind being on the go with some early starts, late-nights, and full days. You can handle altitudes of 9,000 feet or higher with little to no issue. This level is not appropriate for travelers who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility assistance devices.

While in Cuzco, you have the choice between two activities. Your first choice is to visit the sacred Inca ancient ruins of the Sacsayhauman Fortress. The Activity Level of this choice is a level 3. Travelers must be able to walk continuously for 45 minutes on uneven surfaces. Your second choice is to embark on a walking tour of San Blas, the traditional old quarter of Cuzco, lined with restaurants and artisan shops. Travelers must be able to walk continuously for 45 minutes and up and down steep streets.

The highest elevation encountered on this tour is 12,500 feet/3,810 meters above sea level in Puno. Several days of this tour are spent at approximately 11,000 feet/3,353 meters above sea level. If you have particular health concerns, we recommend you check with your doctor before departure for recommendations on how to alleviate the possible effects of altitude sickness. For severe cases, most hotels are equipped with oxygen to help with altitude sickness.

Tipping is a great way to show your appreciation for the people who help keep your tour running smoothly. Tipping is discretionary and should be on an individual basis. 

Gratuities for hotel housekeeping staff, local sightseeing guides, transfer drivers, on-tour motor coach drivers, and your Tour Manager are not included in the price of your tour. The suggestions below are provided in US Dollars to help you budget for your trip. Plan to convert the total US Dollar amounts into the equivalent local currency, which is generally the preferred option when giving. 

• Tour Manager: equivalent of $12 US Dollars per person for each travel day, given at the end of your tour. For this 10-day tour, this would amount to $120 US Dollars total per person. 
• Local Guide (half-day): equivalent of $2-3 US Dollars per person, given at the end of your day or time with them. There are 5 local half-day guides on this tour.  
• Local Guide: (full-day): equivalent of $3-5 US Dollars per person, given at the end of your day or time with them. There is 1 full-day guide on this tour 
• On-Tour Motor Coach Driver: equivalent of $7 US Dollars per person for each travel day, provided at the end of your tour or time with your driver.
• Hotel Housekeeping: equivalent of $1 US Dollar per day, per room, left each morning.
• Airport Transfer Driver: If your airport transfer is included in your package or purchased from Collette, gratuities might already be included. Please reference the transfer information section for confirmation. If gratuities are not mentioned, the suggested amount is typically $3 US Dollars (or equivalent in local currency) per person.

Your personal bank card may work at local ATM machines in the destination you are traveling to and would dispense local currency. Please contact your bank to determine if this option is available, so that your PIN number will be accepted, to inform them that you are traveling and to determine if any charges apply for each transaction. You may exchange your money at airports, banks, exchange bureaus, and at most hotels. In most cases, a commission charge will be assessed to exchange your money. At the hotel or in the city usually offer a better currency exchange rate than airports. We recommend carrying only a few major credit cards. Credit card purchases often provide an extra guarantee on your purchase (check with your specific credit card company for details and fees). It is advisable to contact any credit card company you intend utilizing while on tour before you depart to notify them where you will be traveling, to avoid any rejection of services. The currency in Peru is the nuevo sol (S/), divided into 100 céntimos. Coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10, 20, and 50 céntimos and bank notes in denominations of 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 soles. Local currency is required for shops, taxis and hotels; USD may not be accepted. It is recommended to have a supply of small denominations for convenience. Please note: bills that are excessively worn or torn will not be accepted.

When you’re deciding what to bring on your trip, we have a few suggestions for you. In regards to clothing, think layers. It’s much easier to maintain a level of comfort if you can add or remove a layer at a time, especially if you’re traveling to a destination where the temperature can vary widely. So always bring a light jacket or sweater. Fleece or wool is best. We recommend staying away from cotton sweaters or jackets as they won’t keep you warm if they get wet. 

Comfortable footwear is crucial. Make sure you bring a pair of shoes that fit well and give you the necessary support. If you decide to purchase new shoes for your trip, we suggest you wear them a number of times before you leave to break them in. Your feet will thank you. 

Be prepared for all types of weather. For warm, sunny weather, pack sunscreen, a hat or a bandana/scarf to protect your neck from sunburn. For cool, rainy weather, pack a light raincoat, travel umbrella, waterproof shoes and a thin pair of gloves. For your toiletries, pack anything that could leak in plastic bags or a waterproof case. In addition, you might want to bring a washcloth or two. Not all hotels provide them.

If you take prescription medication, make sure to bring enough for your entire tour plus a few additional days in the original prescription containers. Medication should be packed in your carry-on bag, never your checked luggage; this is in case your luggage is delayed. You don’t want to be without your medication. You could also bring extra medication in a separate bag in case any gets lost. In general, we recommend not packing anything of value in your checked bag. 

You’ll want to take pictures of everything, so make sure to bring a camera as well as extra memory cards and batteries for your entire trip. If you decide to bring a video camera, don’t forget an extra battery for it plus a charger. Be sure to pack chargers and cords for all your electronic equipment. It’s also a good idea to bring a travel alarm clock, a travel sewing kit, a portable scale to weigh luggage, and some hand sanitizer for when soap and water aren’t readily available. 

If you are travelling with a companion, we suggest dividing the contents of your suitcase with them, that way if one bag is delayed, some of your belongings are still available to you both. If that is not an option for you, you could put a change of clothing in your carry-on if there’s room. That will give you something to wear if your checked luggage is delayed as well. 

Last but certainly not least, leave room! You’ll need it to fit all the souvenirs you want to bring home.

Vaccines may be required for travel to South America. Consult your physician for further information on recommended vaccines. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) can provide you with the most up-to-date information on current inoculation requirements. This information can be accessed via the international travelers' hotline (404) 332-4559 or via the CDC website at http://www.cdc.gov/travel/vaccinat.htm.

When traveling to another country, you may need an adaptor and/or electric converter to plug your electrical devices and appliances into the local power grid. An adaptor changes the plug so it fits into the outlet. A converter changes the voltage coming out of the outlet. To determine what you need, first verify if the plugs on your devices fit the outlet of your destination. In Peru, the plug types used are both 2-prong round and flat plugs. If your plugs do not match this description, you will need an adaptor. Next, verify the voltage of each device you intend to bring. You can find this information on the cord, plug, or on the device itself. Many devices are dual-voltage. For those, you do not need a converter. If your device is not dual-voltage and it differs from the voltage of your destination, you will need a voltage converter. The voltage in Peru is 220V. If necessary, make sure to get a converter that converts to this voltage. If you plan to bring a sleep apnea machine, please remember to bring an extension cord along with the adaptor and voltage converter.

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