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HIGHLIGHTS OF PERUPeru is a fascinating country rich in history, nature and hospitality. Discover spectacular scenery, ancient civilizations and modern

people whose traditions are still very much alive. This comprehensive tour is an inclusive cultural immersion, with great food, and

boutique-style accommodations.

$4,895* p.p.

8 nights Departs: Toronto Apr. 04 - 12, 2019

• round-trip airfare from Toronto

• domestic flights from Lima to Cusco and Juliaca to Lima

• eight nights accommodations based on four star superior hotels

• eight breakfasts, three lunches, plus two dinners as described in itinerary

• sightseeing as per the itinerary

• transportation on a private motor coach as per the itinerary

• local English speaking tour guide

• entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary

• Merit Travel Tour Host

• Premium Plaza Lounge Pass

• Peru destination guide

• all taxes and gratuities

Includes:

MERIT TRAVEL HOST E D

Highlights: Lima | Puno | Lake Titicaca | Cusco | Sacred Valley of the Incas | Machu Picchu | Aquas Calientes

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Itinerary:

DAY 1 | Apr. 04, 2019 | TORONTO—LIMA Depart Toronto to Lima. Upon arrival in Lima early morning transfer to your hotel for check in.

Accommodations: Costa del Sol Wyndham Airport Hotel or similar

DAY 2 | Apr. 05, 2019 | LIMA - CUSCO (B, L)

Breakfast at your hotel. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival, you will enjoy a visit to the Chinchero community located 28 km away from Cusco. In this community you will find the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui, as well as beautiful colonial temples built on Inca’s foundations. However, the main attraction is the Sunday market, originally dedicated to the people of the valley to barter their products. This colourful and lively market still fascinates people with its variety of handicrafts and textiles made in true pre-Columbian style.

Then transfer to “El Mirador de Racchi” where you will have a splendid view of the Sacred Valley.

Afterwards, enjoy a lunch, followed by the transfer to your hotel.

Accommodations (2 nights): Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness or similar

DAY 3 | Apr. 6, 2019 | YUCAY (B, D)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Morning visit to Ollantaytambo, a typical Inca community with an impressive fortress towering above the town. A stone stairway leads

up through the terrace walls, allowing visitors to step out on them. One of the best-preserved areas lies north of the Hanan Huacaypata square, an area of 15 blocks of houses built on top of carved stone walls.

Enjoy dinner with your group at the hotel with wine!

DAY 4 | Apr. 7 2019 | YUCAY—AGUAS CALIENTES—CUSCO (B)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Transfer by bus to the train station of Ollantaytambo. Board the train that travels along the Urubamba valley on to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, board a bus that will drive up the steep mountain to the ruins of Machu Picchu.

Enjoy a guided visit of the ruins and then return by bus to Aguas Calientes to board the train to Ollantaytambo station.

On arrival, you will transfer to your hotel in Cusco and check in.

Accommodations (2 nights): Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel or similar

Day 5 | Apr. 8, 2019 | CUSCO (B)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Enjoy a half-day city tour of Cusco with stops at the Plaza de Armas square, and the cathedral and the old town with its magnificent renovated colonial buildings. Then continue to Sacsayhuaman, a ruin site located approx. 3 km above Cusco, and enjoy the fabulous view over the city. Afterwards visit the surrounding ruins.

Remainder of the day at leisure.

DAY 6 | Apr. 9, 2019 | CUSCO—PUNO (B, L)

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart by coach to the city of Puno. The journey starts through the Peruvian highland along snow-covered peaks of the Andes, small villages and reaches its highest point in La Raya at 4,300 m above sea level. On route you will visit the town of Andahuaylillas, the ruins of Racchi and the small town of Pucara and enjoy lunch in a typical Peruvian restaurant.

Upon arrival in Puno transfer to your hotel for your overnight.

Accommodations: Hotel Libertador Lago Titicaca or similar

DAY 7 | Apr. 10, 2019 | PUNO—LIMA (B, L)

Breakfast at your hotel and check out.

In the morning you will transfer to Puno’s dock and depart towards the Uros Islands on Titicaca Lake. The Uros are 40 small floating islands made of packed totora (reed), located within the Titicaca National Reserve. Here the inhabitants of the lake, the Uros, live just as their ancestors did, maintaining their customs.

After visiting the Uros Islands, continue by boat to Taquile Island. There are no roads or electricity in Taquile and the locals have maintained their traditions and culture and many still wear traditional dresses. The Taquileños are known for their high-quality handicrafts, especially for the knitting, which is exclusively performed by males. In the main square there is a cooperative shop, selling woollen goods and hand-woven items, as well as a small church.

A typical lunch at Taquile Island is included.

In the afternoon transfer to the airport of Juliaca for your flight to Lima. Upon arrival in Lima transfer to the hotel.

Accommodations (2 nights): Hotel Casa Andina Premium Miraflores or similar

DAY 8 | Apr. 11, 2019 | LIMA (B, D)

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and your morning at leisure.

In the afternoon you will explore the city of Lima including The Plaza de Armas with the beautiful buildings of the government Palace, the town hall, the Palace of the archbishop and the cathedral. Then visit the beautiful San Francisco monastery which displays the largest collection of religious art in America. The highlight of this convent is the visit of the underground vaults known as “catacumbas” or catacombs.

Proceed through the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores and to the coastline enjoying the view over the beaches of Lima and the Pacific ocean.

Afterwards enjoy a guided visit of one of the Lima’s most noted museums, the Rafael Larco Herrera Archaeological museum which houses the world’s largest private collection of Peruvian pre-Columbian art.

The Halls of the Larco museum are organized by subjects. The Metals, Ceramics, the Stones, the Culture, the Great Jewelry Vault and Textile Halls emphasize the technological aspects by pre- Columbian cultures. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with wine at the hotel

DAY 9 | Apr. 12, 2019 | LIMA—TORONTO (B)

Breakfast at your hotel.

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

END OF SERVICES

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PRICING

All prices are per person in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. GST, HST and provincial taxes are applicable on tours as noted.

INCREASE IN TOUR COSTS

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PAYMENT SCHEDULE

A deposit of $750 per person is required at the time of booking. Full and final payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

Deposit requirements for some tours may vary. You will be advised of such cases at time of booking.

LIABILITY

Merit cannot assume responsibility for any costs incurred for any travel arrangements purchased separately from the Merit tour. Merit’s responsibility shall extend only to the provisions of advice as to industry-standard or supplier recommended connections and check-in times.

Provided Merit supplies such advice, they shall not be responsible for missed connections or departures, regardless of the cause.

TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN (INSURANCE)

Trip cancellation and interruption insurance, medical and hospital insurance, baggage insurance, and various additional insurances are available and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

If you choose not to purchase insurance, you are required to sign an Insurance Waiver Form. Note that if you choose not to purchase insurance, you are fully liable for any and all penalties imposed as stated under Cancellation Policy on this page. Please speak to your representative at the time of making reservations about insurance.

REFUNDS

The nature of travel involves risks and unpredictable weather and thus Merit cannot assure any departure or arrival times at any point of an itinerary. Your right to receive a refund is limited.

There will be no discounts or monies refunded for any missed or unused services

Merit reserves the right to cancel the tour for any reason. Should this occur, a full refund will be made to the traveller.

CANCELLATION POLICY

While Merit will do its utmost to minimize any penalties charged, there are irrecoverable costs associated with your tour. The following penalties will be considered the costs incurred with cancellation:

(A) 90 days or more prior to departure: Loss of total deposit.

(B) 89 – 60 days prior to departure: Loss of 50% of total tour cost.

(C) 59 days or less prior to departure: Loss of 100% of total tour cost.

Cancellation penalties for some tours will vary and there may be additional penalties associated with the airfare. If so, these policies will be noted separately at time of booking and will prevail.

TOUR CHANGES

We reserve the right to substitute itineraries, hotels, airlines or vessels due to conditions beyond our control. In such cases we will do everything possible to ensure the locations visited, the excursions taken and the hotels offered are similar to the ones originally planned. Any change to itineraries will not result in eligibility for a refund.

REVISION FEE

Changes to your tour reservation might not be possible. Should you request a change and we are able to accommodate it, you will be subject to any charges imposed by the airline or tour suppliers. In addition, we reserve the right to charge a $50 revision fee for any change made after the deposit is paid. A change in name or departure date may constitute a cancellation, and the corresponding penalties may apply.

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Please note that the living standards and local conditions during your tour may be different from what you are accustomed to at home.

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