$1860 PERU MACHU PICCHU (including international air)

FOR: Immediate Release, 19FEB03
TARGET: Travel
EXCEPTIONAL TRAVEL DEAL TO PERU, ONLY 6 SPACES REMAIN
TRIP DATE: 02-12MAY03
LOCATION: Peru, Sacred Valley and Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu

Alpine Adventures is announcing a special travel bargain to Peru. This trip is an investigation of a new itinerary and is being offered at the incredible price of $1860 (including round trip International Air Miami/Lima and all flights within Peru). The main focus of this trip is the Sacred Valley surrounding Cusco and a hike on the Inca Trail into Machu Picchu. We require travelers who are physically fit and willing to share accommodations for this investigatory trip.

The spectacular Andes Mountains offer an incredible variety of activities and attractions for the adventurous traveler. Machu Picchu is the main attraction in the high Andes of southern Peru, and there is no better way to experience the area than on a 10-day intimate tour. The route leads to some of the regions most scenic sites through terrain dotted with Inca Ruins and shadowed by peaks reaching over 12,000 feet. Along the way you will pass through local indigenous communities, to experience firsthand the colorful culture of the Quechua, the descendants of the mighty Inca Empire.

Price: $1860 per person. Inclusions: International round trip air Miami/Lima, round trip air Lima/Cusco, transfers, all accommodations, meals where indicated, entry fees to Inca sites, English speaking guides, most camping equipment (tent, camp mattress, camping stools and tables, Porter for carrying personal belongings and camping gear), bus from Machu Picchu down to Aguas Calientes, train from Aguas Calientes to Cusco, all river rafting equipment. Exclusions: Gratuities, fees for optional activities, alcoholic beverages, meals not indicated, sleeping bag (available for rent), and airport taxes. Itinerary: May 2- Arrival into Lima and transfer to hotel. May 3-Flight Lima to Cusco.

Transfer to hotel for rest before afternoon tour to Inca sites (Sacayhuaman, Q'enqo, Pucapucara, Tambomachay, Q'oricancha temple and the Great Cathedral). May 4-Horse riding to Huylloc (Quechuan Village). May 5-Rafting Urubamba River with Picnic lunch. May 6-Tour in the Sacred Valley: Pisac market, Ollantaytambo, Chincheros. May 7-9-Hiking the sacred Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The route following the Urubamba River (a trail less traveled...The trip off the main Inca Trail provides the opportunity to see many Inca sites rarely visited by tourists). May 10-Train Aguas Calientes to Cusco. Leisure afternoon to prepare for the trip home. May 11-Cusco to Lima. Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Lima. City tour in Lima visiting the Old Town and the Archeological museum. Evening transfer to the airport for overnight International flight home. May 12-Mid-day arrival in Miami.

ABOUT ALPINE ADVENTURES: Travel specialists with a first-class selection of active itineraries worldwide. Whether you seek skiing, snowboarding, rafting, hiking, mountain biking, or anything in between we are certain to have a program to suit your needs. We are skiers, rafting guides, kayakers, rock climbers, hikers, and all around outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy sharing our passion for the finest adventures the world has to offer. Each member of our team travels the globe searching high and low for only the best locations and itineraries; all of our trips have been tested and approved. Choose from a wide range of first-class adventures on six continents! Alpine Adventures is the ski and adventure travel specialist for Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia, and New Zealand.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Shannon Schiner, Alpine Adventures, 3020 North Federal Highway, Building 10, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33306. 954.564.6722 x207 or 800.755.1330 x207. Fax 954.564.6721. Shannon@alpineadventures.net.

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