Amazon Rainforest & Machu Picchu
Each year we venture beyond the Alps to treat returning clients to an exceptional adventure. We offer an exclusive, off-the-beaten-path experience that reflects the enduring appeal of mountain cultures
Experience the most spellbinding and spectacular wonders of one continent in one unforgettable journey. Join us on a trek into Amazon jungle and Inca highlands that gives adventure travel and trekking a new standard.
June 4-14, 2012
Amazon Rainforest
Like nothing you’ve ever seen—The Amazon constitutes one fifth of the world’s total river flow, and its basin is home to one third of the entire world’s species. Our journey into the heart of the Amazon, on invigorating treks and mesmerizing paddles is guaranteed to expose you to life forms and natural wonders you’ve never seen before and can find nowhere else.
With an expert naturalist at your side, you’ll plumb the depths of a private reserve within the Amazon rainforest engulfed in the jungle canopy. You’ll share the forest with thousands of mostly unseen creatures—scampering howler monkeys, giant otters, lumbering tapirs, iridescent parrots, leathery black caimans, and skulking jaguars. End your day by lantern light in your elegant private cabaña, falling asleep to the gentle night noise of the Amazon rainforest.
Choquequirao—the other Machu Picchu
Known as “Machu Picchu’s sacred sister,” because of its striking similarities and similar significance, Choquequirao remains shrouded in obscurity, protected by its remoteness. Fifty years ago, Machu Picchu must have looked much like this. Choquequirao is Machu Picchu without the crowds—but it won’t be for long.
The journey is as awe-inspiring as ever—by many accounts more scenic than the Inca Trail—taking us through an astounding range of ecological zone, finally ascending into lush cloud forest, beneath the dizzying snowcaps of the Cordillera Vilcabamba.
Our challenging trek includes two nights of comfort camping—fully supported by a guide, cook, and horsemen—so that you can travel light and relish the scenic majesty.
Machu Picchu
The mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu is among the greatest artifacts of any ancient civilization in the world. Access to Machu Picchu is restricted, and fewer still have the rare opportunity to approach the Lost City of the Incas along the most impressive leg of the Inca Trail. You’ll enter through the Sun Gate—so don’t be surprised if you feel you’re the very first explorer to stumble upon the magnificent site below you. You’ll witness a magical sunset and sunrise on Machu Picchu, ascend stone stairways to the temple and terraces of Huayna Picchu, and have ample time to absorb its timeless spirit.
An exclusive invitation – June 4-14, 2012
This trip is carefully designed to deliver surprising luxury, absent the pretension. You’ll reap the benefits of extraordinary guides, superb accommodations, and the finest local cuisine. Our insider's knowledge, expertise, and attention to detail result in cultural experiences and encounters that give you an in-depth appreciation for the local people and their way of life.
Everyone should experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure; but in order to provide the perfect trip to this fascinating destination, group size is limited to just twelve guests, with a tour price starting at just $3295 per person. Call now to reserve your place in magical Peru.
Day 1 – Arrive Lima
Transfer to hotel. City tour available for flights arriving early in the day
Day 2 – Flight to Puerto Maldonado, Amazon jungle
Day 3 – Amazon jungle
Day 4 – Amazon Jungle, flight to Cusco
Day 5 – Cusco to Choquequirao
Day 6 – Choquequirao
Day 7 – Choquiquirao to San Ignacio
Day 8 – Huanipaca to Ollantaytambo
Day 9 – Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Day 10 – Machu Picchu, Cusco
Day 11 – Cusco, return to Lima
Included: The services of an expert guide, all accommodations, meals as shown, ground transportation, including trams and mountain railways, admissions, services of porters, cooks, and horsemen while trekking, taxes, internal airfare.
Not included: Beverages (beer, wine) with meals, items of a personal nature (laundry, phone calls, room service).
Price
$3,295 per person, double occupancy from Lima, Peru
$299 Single supplement
Payment Policy
$300 deposit due at booking to guarantee your place. Final payment due 60 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy
More than 60 days before departure - $200 per person penalty
Between 60 and 15 days before departure - $500 per person penalty
Less than 15 days before departure – $1000 per person penalty
Activity Level
Alpenwild Adventures are designed for people who are energetic, active and filled with a spirit of adventure. We rate this trip as moderate. You should be capable of walking about 8-10 miles per day on established, but at times rocky and steep mountain trails, at an elevation up to 11,000 feet above sea level.
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