Iconic & Unique Peru

Delve into the natural beauty of the Amazon Jungle with a host of activities offered by the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica. While at the hotel all your tours are led by professional bilingual guides who are excited to share the secrets of the Amazon with you. Enjoy guided tours along the many trails of the Inkaterra Amazon Natural Reserve examining the plants and insect life as well as keeping an eye out for the many birds in the canopy high above. Learn about indigenous plants and animals and the history and legends about them. Also take the opportunity to take in bird’s eye view exploring the canopy walkways. Enjoy boat and canoe rides on the many waterways of the region such as Lake Sandoval. In addition, learn about the conservation of the jungle and the steps Inkaterra has taken to preserve this natural wonder. Experience the jungle at night on twilight canoe excursions and night hikes showing a completely different side of the Amazon. You also have the opportunity to visit the Tambopata Nature Reserve as well as the Inkaterra model farm and gardens where indigenous plants are cultivated for consumption at the hotel. All tours are offered in small groups by the hotel. For more detailed information on all the activities offered by the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica please visit their website: http://www.inkaterra.com/inkaterra/reserva-amazonica/excursions/

On this full-day privately guided excursion you will visit the beautiful colonial town of Chincheros as well as the spectacular Incan sites of Maras and Moray. Start your morning at the fascinating Maras Salt mines which feature more than 100 small pools fed by a salt-water mountain spring that is interconnected by channels. It still remains in use today by the community and represents an important income for numerous families in the area. Walk up to the vantage viewpoint from where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the salt mines and its surroundings. In the afternoon, you will head along a dirt road towards another typical Andean village called Moray; famed for being an Inca agricultural experimental center. At Chincheros visit a local textile workshops were local alpaca weavers practice their centuries old traditions. Both these ancient sites and your visit to Chincheros, will take your breath away and leave you fascinated by the mysteries of the Incan civilization. (From 09:00 to 17:00; Private Activity; Lunch Included; Please note that trekking and walking on the salt pans of Maras is prohibited in order to preserve the purity of the salt extracted.)

Embark on this fascinating private exploration of the ancient Inca town of Ollantaytambo. Set at an altitude of 9,160 feet (2,792 m), this quaint town sits tucked amid soaring mountains and spectacular ruins. Saunter around the meticulously laid out town with an efficient irrigation system put in place by the expert architects, masons, and craftsmen of the Inca Empire. Walk across narrow alleyways and cobblestone streets as you make your way to the terraces that once made up the majestic fortress – one of the few where the Spanish invaders suffered a defeat. Climb up to the top of the fortress to enter the complex of the Temple of the Sun, which lies incomplete. Marvel at the massive Wall of the Six Monoliths and the ceremonial center situated before savoring stunning views from your vantage point. Relish the vistas to your heart’s content before beginning your descent. On the way down, stop for a closer look at the many baths and fountains, prominent among them being the Princess Bath.

Discover Cusco's heart and the secrets of the Incan Empire, where colonial flair and Incan culture combine to create a fascinating atmosphere. On this half-day tour your private guide will take you to explore the Main Square and Cathedral, San Blas neighborhood, San Blas Church, the market and Korikancha. (Half Day; Private Activity; Fitness Level: Easy; Please bring comfortable walking shoes.)

Take in the beauty of Lake Titicaca and the Altiplano as well as the rich and unique culture of the Uros and Taquile people during your stay at Titilaka. Select from a variety of activities that allow you to fully experience the region. On Lake Titicaca you can go kayaking or rowing in the waters near the hotel, go for a longer navigation to the Uros Islands, the famous floating man-made reed islands, and Taquile Island in the middle of the lake or appreciate the flora and fauna found around Chuchito Bay. In the Altiplano for the more active guests you can go biking or hiking to appreciate the natural beauty of your surroundings. Also take an excursion to the Sillustani Tombs on your way to or from the airport. Excursions can also be taken along the Aymara Archeological Route seeing the chullpas of molloco (Aymaran funeral towers) and other ruins or on the Colonial Route visiting the exquisite churches of Juli and Pomata or to the Copamaya community to learn about local textiles.