Machu Picchu, Inca History & Highlights of South America
Machu Picchu, Inca History & Highlights of South America
Journey to the Sacred Valley for the impressive fortresses around Cusco and ‘The Lost City’ of Machu Picchu. Then fly to Lima to board your expedition ship towards Valparaíso, visiting Paracas’ rust-coloured cliffs, Arica’s sun-soaked beaches, an abandoned Atacama Desert mining town near Iquique, and La Serena’s colonial churches along the way.
Inca History
Lima, the energetic capital of Peru, is day one of your adventure. You’ll then fly to former Inca capital Cusco in the Sacred Valley. Bask in views of the city from Sacsayhuamán fortress and visit the town and cliff-carved royal estate at Ollantaytambo. The luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train will then weave its way through the mountains to bring you to the once hidden site of Machu Picchu. Wander the ruins here and wonder what could have caused the ancient city’s mysterious downfall.
From Lima to Valpo
After visiting the cathedral and the Convent of Santo Domingo in Cusco, you’ll return to Lima by plane to board your expedition ship. We’ll set course for Paracas where you may have an opportunity to see the wildlife of the Ballestas Islands or the famous Nazca Lines on optional excursions. Enjoy the sunshine and beaches in Arica and visit an old mining town in the Atacama Desert near Iquique. La Serena is Chile’s second-oldest city with as many as 30 colonial churches to see. Your expedition ends in the colourful port of Valparaíso.
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Day 1Lima, Peru
'The City of Kings’
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Day 2Lima/Cusco/Sacred Valley
'Navel of the World’
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Day 3Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu / Scared Valley
‘The Lost City of the Incas’
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Day 4Sacred Valley/Cusco/Lima/Callao
Centre of the Incan Empire
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Day 5Paracas, Peru
Birds and brandy
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Day 6At Sea
Picture perfect
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Day 7Arica, Chile
City of Everlasting Spring
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Day 8Iquique, Chile
Chile’s Premier Beach Resort
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Day 9Relax on board
Relax on board
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Day 10La Serena, Chile
‘The City of Churches’
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Day 11Valparaíso, Chile
UNESCO’s `Jewel of the Pacific´
Departures
What’s included
Expedition Machu Picchu/Peru before the expedition cruise
- One night in Lima and two nights at Hotel Tambo del Inka, including breakfast
- 3-course set lunch and dinner on Day 2 and 3, and packed lunch on Day 4
- Return economy flight Lima-Cusco-Lima
- All transfers and train rides as described, including English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee as listed in programme
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim (on MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridjtof Nansen)
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Loan of trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
- The land programme in Peru takes place at high altitudes (the city of Cuzco’s altitude is around 3350 metres) and may require a certain level of physical fitness. The order of sights may vary.
Ships
MS Roald Amundsen
Year built | 2019 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
In 2019, Hurtigruten added a brand new ship to its fleet: the MS Roald Amundsen. The state of the art vessel features new and environmentally sustainable hybrid technology that will reduce fuel consumption and show the world that hybrid propulsion on large ships is possible.
MS Fridtjof Nansen
Year built | 2020 |
Shipyard | Kleven Yards, Norway |
Passenger capacity | 530 (500 in Antarctica) |
Gross tonnage | 20 889 T |
Length | 140 m |
Beam | 23,6 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
MS Fridtjof Nansen is the latest addition to Hurtigruten’s fleet of custom built ships – and the next generation expedition ship. She will explore some of the most spectacular corners of the globe.
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2022 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 318 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Gross tonnage | 11 647 T |
Length | 114 m |
Beam | 20.2 m |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fridtjof Nansen, MS Roald Amundsen or MS Fram
- MS Fridtjof Nansen - Practical information
- MS Roald Amundsen - Practical information
- MS Fram - Practical information
- Experts in exploration
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