Perú; Travel Programs Giardino 2017

GIARDINO PROGRAMS
“People don't take trips, trips take people.”
JOHN STEINBECK
2017 - 2018
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WELCOME TO GIARDINO
TOUR OPERATOR - PERU!
Who we are.
We are a Peruvian Tour Operator with more of 21
years of experience. Our company has established
clear principles by offering our best services to our
customers in conjunction with supporting Peru's
people and resources by helping communities in
different ways. Giardino works to promotes tourism's
positive aspects within the region while giving you
Peru's best hospitality.
Jerusalén 604-A, Cercado
Arequipa, Perú
Central operator:
+51 + 54 200-100
221345, 231010
E-mail:
info@giardinotours.com
Web:
www.giardinotours.com

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What we do
We have built up excellent connections with agencies
throughout Peru allowing us to organize full programs to all
destinations in our country. Furthermore, we have a close
relationship with two accredited hotels as our partners: “La
Casa de mi Abuela” in Arequipa city and “La Casa De Mama
Yacchi” in the Colca Valley.^
Giardino focuses on service quality and personalised
assistance. Safety and fair trade with our partners make our
tours an enjoyable experience for visitors and locals.
Besides our “standard” tours throughout Peru, we organise
tailor-made trips based on customer’s interests and needs.
Based on your choice, your individual program with us will
include visits to all main attractions of our country; sharing a
day or more with local families, gastronomic taste programs,
hiking and much more in the wonderful surroundings of
Peru!
What makes us different?
Giardino is known as a reliable and a fair business
partner who adheres strictly to legal and fair
principles of work. Quality services characterise us!
Our staff consists of Peruvian professionals that
value sustainable tourism and are committed to take
the social responsibility of our industr y
accomplishing various activities including:
Annual cleaning and reforestation campaigns in Colca valley.
Educational campaigns about protection of our environment in schools and towns.
Christmas events for local people.
We provide recycling bags and containers in tour buses, hotels, and at visitor attractions.
Annual public health and eye care campaign.
Restoration of the Coporaque library and others.

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TRAVEL INFORMATION
As you travel between different hotels, and
you will have to handle your own baggage,
please try to travel reasonably light. You
should be able to lift and carry your own
luggage. At some hotels, the coach may
have to stop some distance short of the
hotel entrance.
Also, within some of the hotels there may be
some long walks between the rooms and
lobby area, which may include steps. Due to
baggage restrictions on flights within Peru,
your luggage should be kept to a maximum
of 20kg (44lbs)
Here you will find some information
related to Peru. If you do not find the
answer to your specific question, please
contact us directly.
PASSPORT
Your passport is often required when checking into
hotels and when changing money, so carry it with you
on these occasions. It is also an excellent idea to
memorise your passport number for the form filling. It
is a good idea to carry photocopies of the personal
details pages of your passport. Should you lose your
passport, this may assist with the issue of replacement
documents in your embassy.
CURRENCY
The currency in Peru is the Nuevo Sol. The Peruvian
Sol not widely available outside Peru
US$ cash is easiest to change. It is also a good idea to
have some US$ cash for emergencies. However, it is
now possible to rely on ATM machines (offering Sols or
US Dollars) which exist in all the major cities we visit.
Most of our hotels accept credit cards some of then
with a extra charge of 5%
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
We recommend that you to pack your clothing and
equipment in a strong suitcase or holdall
and take a small rucksack to carry those items you will
need during the day. We also recommend you take a
waterproof jacket, trousers, some long-sleeved shirts,
warm fleece together with thin jumpers, woollen socks,
shorts and lighter summer clothes, swimwear and a
towel. The secret, by the way, is layering. Peel off
during the warm day, and layer on for cool nights. Here
some examples on what you can bring with you.
If you visit the Jungle
Sandals with straps (You’ll be given rubber boots at the
lodge.). Comfortable walking shoes/hiking boots
(nothing that you wouldn’t want to get muddy!)
Loose long-sleeved tops and long pants. Hat with
netting. Poncho. Insect repellent. Flashlight.
If you visit Machu Picchu
Hiking boots. Fleece . Poncho (December through
February).
In you take the Inca Trail
Sleeping bag (you can also rent one in Cusco).
Headlamp. Comfortable hiking shoes. Documents:
Bring your passport. These documents will be
requested at the entrance to the Inca Trail so make
sure to carry them with you in order to avoid any
problems.
The voltage in Peru is 220V. Some of your electronics
may be able to take up to 220V; just look at the label
on the charger. If not, you might want to carry an
adapter/converter with you. There is no electricity in
the Jungle lodges after eight or ten o’clock each night
when they turn off the generator.

TRAVEL INFORMATION
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Drinking or cleaning teeth in unboiled water is not
recommended. Drinking only bottled water is a good
idea. You'll find many brands in supermarkets or in little
stores called bodegas. Common brands are Cielo, San
Antonio, San Luis, and Fresh (lemon infused water).
There are two types of water you can buy: sin gas
meaning un-carbonated, “normal” water, and con gas
which is carbonated.
Important note: Peruvian tap water is not potable,
should not be ingested directly from the tap.
Be careful with what you eat to avoid upset stomachs
and stay away from unpeeled fruit, salads and do not
have ice in your drinks. Hot, fresh cooked food, where
possible, is best.
You should also be aware of issues associated with
travelling at high altitudes. The lower atmospheric
pressure at higher altitudes results in less oxygen
finding its way into the blood. Problems usually start
for most people at around 2,500 to 3,000 metres. If
you reach this altitude gradually the body can
accustom itself to having less oxygen, and you are less
likely to have problems. It is important on arrival at
destinations at this kind of altitude to rest for a few
hours and not to over-exert yourself in the first day or
two, as over-exertion can make altitude problems
more likely. Local people also swear by coca leaf tea,
which you will probably be offered on arrival, as a
means of preventing or treating altitude problems. It is
harmless and if you drink plenty of it, it will at least help
you to avoid dehydration, something else that makes
altitude problems more likely, so drink plenty of fluids
(not alcohol!) at these high altitude destinations.
Anybody who has a medical condition affecting blood
circulation or breathing or has any other worries
should consult their doctor before departure.
Note: Bathrooms in Peru often have the telltale stick
figures on the door. If they do not, look for Damas or
Mujeres for women, and Caballeros or Hombres for
men. Also, SS.HH indicates a restroom. You may
sometimes be asked a pay a small charge for using
public restrooms.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Please take sensible precautions like leaving your credit
cards and passport in the hotel safe
and avoiding displays of wealth such as wearing
expensive jewellery or watches. Do not carry more
cash on you than you need for each day.
RAINY SEASON IN THE HIGH LANDS
AND THE JUNGLE:
The rainy season in Peru starts in December and
continues until March. On the coast, the weather is
arid with a warm summer from late December through
March. A mist known as garúa covers the central and
southern coastal provinces for the majority of the rest
of the year. During the dry season it will be warm in
the jungle, while it may be hot during the day and very
cold at night in the other high regions such as Cusco,
Arequipa, and Puno. Lima, Nazca, and Paracas are in
between the two

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LIMA
Lima is the capital of Peru and after city of Cairo, this metropolis
is the second-driest world capital. Many people says that the
capital is not the most attractive of Peru's cities; but Lima is also
a sophisticate city that offer you the remains of old civilizations,
museums; galleries of art; solemn religious processions and
crowded nightclubs pulse with tropical beats.
Also no visitor can miss the culinary genius of Peruvian dishes
and the folklore dances that in Lima is offered in many
restaurants and night shows. This is Lima a city full of history,
gloriously messy and full of aesthetic delights.
In Lima we offer daily tours with a group (shared). The normal regular size of the groups is between 15
to 40 persons. In request we can customized every tour and organized as a private service; please do
not hesitate to contact us for any question.

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The most popular tours to discover Lima are:
Temple of Pachacamac
Guided tour through the Citadel of Pachacamac (3
1/2hrs) Visit to the Sanctuary of God Pachacamac,
Temple of the Sun, the Temple of Pachacamac and the
Acllahuasi or Palace of the Virgins of the Sun. Our tour
includes a visit to the traditional and bohemian district
of Barranco. Return to the hotel.
DEPARTURES: TUESDAY TO SATURDAY
09:15 to 9:45 AM and 14:15 to 14:45 PM
Fountains of Lima
Be surprised by the largest compound of electronic
fountains in the world. Guided excursion to the
“Magical Water Circuit” the largest water fountain
compound in the world, certified by Guinness World
Records.Here you will enjoy a wonderful display of
water, light, music and images presented at Reserve
Park, one of Limas’ most beautiful urban areas.
DEPARTURES: WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY
6:10 PM.
Peruvian paso horse exhibition + lunch.
A national tradition, that has become the pride of the
peruvian people. Our tour takes place in a private
estate house “Casa Hacienda los Ficus” located in the
valley of Lurin. In its beautiful gardens, a skillfull
horsewoman o horseman will introduce you to the
world of the Peruvian Paso Horse, describing the
history of this noble animal.
The show includes lunch. *To make a reservation
advanced payment is required.
DEPARTURES: TUESDAY TO SUNDAY
11:30 am
City Tour Classic
Visit to the Historical Center; exploring Lima’s
traditional neighborhoods, streets, Plaza Mayor and the
Museum of the Banco Central de la reserva*,where we
will admire the “Treasures of Perú”, a fine selection of
objects made of gold, ceramics and textiles from
different pre-Columbian cultures. Visit to San
Francisco Convent, which displays the largest
collection of religious art in America. Our highlight will
be the visit of the underground vaults, known as
“Catacumbas” or Catacombs. “Lima Moderna” is also
included in our tour, visiting Lima’s traditional
residential areas such as El Olivar of San Isidro,
Miraflores and Larcomar.
*Museum of the “Banco Central de Reserva” is closed
to the public on Saturday and Sunday (afternoon) and
Mondays (all day).
DEPARTURES: EVERY DAY
09:15 to 9:45 AM and 14:15 to 14:45 PM
Larco Museum
Meet the largest and most impressive pre-columbian
art collection in the world. Located in an 18th century
vice-royal mansion, built on a pre-columbian pyramid
of the 17th century, its new galleries display the best
and most complete collection of gold and silver of
Peru together with its famous collection of erotic
pottery.
DEPARTURES: EVERY DAY
09:15 to 9:45 AM
Caral
Discover the oldest civilization in America. The 5000
years of antiquity of Caral, situated in Perú as one of
the fives cradles of humanitis civilization on a par of
the cultures of the Mesopotamia, Egypt, India and
China. Our tour includes a traditional lunch in the city
of Huacho.
DAILY DEPARTURE: 7:00 am
DURATION: 12 Hours
*To make a reservation advanced payment is required. * A minimun
of 2 passengers is required.
temple of pachacamac

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pisco and paracas
Pisco is the famous name of the Peruvian
brandy produced from white muscat
grapes in this region and also the name of
this interesting city. It is located 235km
south of Lima and is a very important
port that generally is used as a base to see
the abundant wildlife of the Islas Ballestas
and Península de Paracas.
This area is rich of historical and
archaeological remains, having hosted
one of the most highly developed pre-
Inca Civilizations – the Paracas culture
from 900 BC until AD 200, after which
the nearby town of Paracas is named.
nazca
It’s no possible to say the word ‘Nazca’ without following it immediately with the word “figures or lines" but
no only for the ancient geometric lines that crisscross the Nazca desert, but also for the enigmatic animal
geoglyphs that accompany them. Like all great unexplained mysteries, these great work on the pampa of
Nazca, thought to have been made by a pre-Inca civilization between 450–600 AD, attract a variable fan
base of archaeologists, scientists, New Age mystics, curious tourists, Peruvians discovers; etc. Who and for
what reason these great geoglyphs were made? None right answer until now was accepted. The answers
are often as much wild speculation.
Documented for the first time by North American scientist Paul Kosok in 1939 and studied for the German
mathematician, archaeologist, Marie Reiche; Nazca Lines was declared a Unesco World Heritage site in
1994, and today are the south coast’s biggest tourist attraction.

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TOUR PARACAS AND NAZCA
Duration: 3 days/2 nights
Paracas – Paracas National Reserve.
Day 01 10:30 AM. Arrive to Paracas. (Check bus
departure from Lima 07:00 am.)
Reception and transfer to your hotel. 11:15 AM
excursion to the Paracas National Reserve, where in
an area of 335,000 hectares we’ll observe different
eco-systems, the archeological remains of the Paracas
culture and an incredible diversity of marine life. (3hrs
of tour)
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
Ballestas islands – Huacachina Oasis – Nasca lines.
Day 02 Breakfast. 07:30 AM. Pick up from your hotel
and drive to the harbor.
08:00 AM. Departure of excursion to Ballestas islands
(2 hrs of tour).
After excursion to the islands private transfer to the
city of Nasca. On the route we will have free time for
visit the Huacachina Oasis and a Wine yard “Bodega el
Catador”.
Arrive in Nasca city late afternoon.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
On request we can organize Sandboarding and driving
through the Dunes in Huacachina Oasis
Nasca Lines – Excursion to the Chauchilla Cemetery
Day 03 Breakfast. Transfer to the local airport of Nazca
and over flight (30 minutes) to the Nasca lines. Return
to your Hotel. In the afternoon we will have an
excursion to Chauchilla cemetery located 28
kilometers from downtown Nazca.
At night transfer to the Bus station to take the bus to
your next destination.
End of our service.
The program included:
2 nights in tourist hotel 3* (on request “Up grade” hotel
category).
Excursion to the Paracas National Reserve + Excursion to
Ballestas Islands.
Nasca lines over fly (30 minutes) + Excursion to the
Chauchilla cementery.
1 transfer In and 1 transfer Out.
1 private transfer from Paracas to Nasca (stops on the route
and visit oasis Huacachina).
The program does not include:
Airport and Bus terminal taxes (national or international).
Tips in all the excursions and restaurants.
Meals. Drinks, snacks or another extra.
Excursions not mentioned in this Program.

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AREQUIPA
It is not Possible that you visit Cuzco and
Machupicchu avoiding Peru’s second-largest
city "Arequipa". This city belongs to the
highlights of Peru and with good reason!
It is guarded by three dramatic volcanoes, the
Misti, Chachani and Pichu pichu. Also has a
great architecture that is a formidable
ensemble of baroque-mestizo buildings
grafted out of the local white rock called
“sillar”, that has so far withstood most of what
Mother Earth has thrown at it. The historic
center of Arequipa spans an area of 332
hectares and is a UNESCO World Heritage
site since 2000.
Also Arequipa has played a fundamental role in
Peru’s gastronomic renaissance; classic spicy
dishes such as Rocoto relleno, Chupe de
camarones, Cuy Chactao (Fried Guinea pig)
and Ocopa Arequipena, are some of them to
be mentioned.
Arequipeños are also a proud people fond of
intellectual debate, especially about their fervent
political beliefs, which find voice through regular
demonstrations in the Plaza de Armas. Not
surprisingly the city has produced one of Latin
America’s most influential novelists, Mario
Vargas Llosa.
In addition to its beautiful beaches in the
summer season (January to March) Arequipa
city is also the door for many interesting
excursions around the region, one of the most
popular are the visit of the the Colca canyon,
enormous but dwarfed by the glaciers and
volcanoes on either side of the valley; with
more distant but deeper, the Cotahuasi
Canyon, or the Valley of the Volcanoes.

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AREQUIPA - WALKING TOUR
Duration: 3 hours
Departure: 09:30 am. or 02:30 p.m
Places to visit:
Popular Market “San Camilo”
Main Square and “Compañia”
Church and its Cupola,
Monastery Santa Catalina,
Neighborhood El Tambo; La
Cabezona.
We will start the excursion
visiting the main popular
market of Arequipa, “San
Camilo”; that opened its door
to the public for the first time
in 1881 and was declared
Historical Heritage in l987.
Here Peruvian sellers offer
many products such as
groceries, flowers, clothes,
shoes, and other quality items
at low cost.
SANTA CATALINA MONASTERY
After this interesting experience we’ll continue our
tour visiting the Main Square (Plaza de Armas) and
the Compañia Church, famous because of its
incredible baroque style and the colorful Cupola
of Saint Ignacio.
We will escape to the past, visiting two interesting
places of our city; The Monastery Santa Catalina;
monument that belong to the most important
attractions of Arequipa city because is keeping
behind their malls more then three centuries of
history and El Tambo "La Cabezona; which is a
multifamily neighborhood located in the historic
centre and built approximately in the XVII century
with the system and technology of the colonial
period. The area of “El Tambo” was recently
restored, keeping its traditional architectural
beauty and showing us an Arequipa stopped in
time.
The program includes: English/ Spanish
guide and entrance fees.
Note: Clients with hotels located more then 6
blocks from Main Square has an extra charge for
transfers.

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Discovering the white city!
AREQUIPA – CITY TOUR GIARDINO - SHARED
Duration: 4 hours
Departure: 08:30 am.
Type: DAILY WITH A GROUP
Places to visit: Distric of Cayma and its Plaza. Añashuayco quarry. Antiquilla popular market and main plaza of
Yanahuara town. Arequipa Main Square. (The tour end on entrance of Monastery Santa catalina (optional).
We start the tour driving towards to the district of
Cayma, one of Arequipa’s traditional districts, taking
as a route the new bride of “Chilina” that allow us
to enjoy a view of our city, its terraces and the Chili
River. In Cayma we will visit the Main Plaza and its
Church, where the Dominican monks built a chapel
in the year 1544 and today this Chapel is the
sanctuary of the Virgin of Candelaria.
Finishing with this visit we will drive to the area of
Añashuayco; place where the famous volcanic
stone “Sillar” is extracted (Sillar is the white volcanic
stone that is used in the construction of colonial
buildings in the city of Arequipa). In the area of
Añashuayco, your guide will give youi nformation
about the origin and geological formations of the
quarries and we will have the opportunity to
observe the hard work that this job takes.
We will drive to Yanahuara district; where we will
visit the popular market of Antiquilla, that until today
keep the colonial building style of the “old Arequipa,
the Yanahuara‘s main Plaza; where we will have a
wonderful view of the city and its volcanoes and
exploring its traditional streets.
After this visits we keep forward to Arequipa Main
Square (Plaza de armas) where you guide will give
information about history and details of its
infrastructure, Cathedral and Churches.
Our tour will finish taking clients to the entrance of
Monastery of Santa Catalina (optional visit).
The program includes: Transportation and English/
Spanish guide.

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COMPAÑIA CHURCH
AREQUIPA – CLASSIC CITY TOUR
Duration: 3 hours
Departure: 09:30 am. Or 14:30 p.m
Type: Private Service
Places to visit: Monastery Santa Catalina - Compañia Church - Main Square - Traditional town of Yanahuara.
We will start the excursion with an escape to the
past, walking through the Monastery of Santa
Catalina; monument that belongs to the most
important attractions of Arequipa city, keeping
behind their malls more then three centuries of
history.
We will continue the tour visiting Arequipa’s Main
Square (Plaza de Armas), and the Compañia
Church, famous for its incredible baroque style
and its colorful Cupola of Saint Ignacio.
After these visits we will leave the city center and
drive to the traditional town of Yanahuara, popular
for its beautiful plaza where we’ll have a view over
Arequipa old part and its volcanoes Misti,
Chachani and Pichu pichu.
The transportation can leave the passengers in a
traditional restaurant close to the area or return
to the hotel.
The program includes: Private transportation,
English/ Spanish guide and entrances fees.
Extra visits that can be combined in this tour!
San Camilo Market, Santuary Museum (Juanita
mummy), Cathedral Museum, Carmen Alto view
point and Santa Teresa Monastery.

AREQUIPA - GASTRONOMIC
EXPERIENCE!
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Duration: 4 hours
Type: Private Service
Description: We start our experience
visiting the long-established local market,
San Camilo, in downtown Arequipa. Here
we will buy the ingredients to prepare the
dishes (an entrée and a main dish), then we
will go to a family house and start cooking;
during the preparation you will be given
instructions on how to prepare the dish
and also assist the cook.
AREQUIPA – COUNTRY SIDE TOUR
Departure: 09:30 am. / 14:30 pm.
Duration : 03 hours
Type:Private Service
Place to visit: Chilina valley - Paucarpata town -
Sabandia Mill - Founder House - Sachaca
viewpoint - Iron bridge.
The guide translates all that is said to
ensure good communication with the cook
and you may ask questions at any time. At
the end, you will enjoy the delicious meal
you have learned to prepare.
At the beginning we will visit the „Chilina Valley“,
where we‘ll appreciate Arequipa‘s terraces and
enjoy the view of the Chili River and Misti volcano.
We will continue the tours visiting Paucarpata
traditional town and then keep toward to the
“Molino de Sabandia“ (Sabandia‘s mill), built on
1785 and where still keeping the old traditional
architecture style of Arequipa city. After visiting
the Mill, the transportation will bring us to the
most significant residence of our city, La “Mansion
del Fundador“, (Founder House) built pure on sillar
(the volcanic stone) and located next to a cliff.
We will leave the Founder House and drive toward
to the “Sachaca viewpoint “to enjoy and take
pictures of the city and its three volcanoes.
We will concluded the excursion driving through
the “Puente de Fierro“ (the Iron bridge), designed
for the famous French architecture Gustavo Eiffel
on 1882. Return to the Hotel
The program includes: Private transportation,
English/ Spanish guide and entrances fees.

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Toro Muerto petroglyphs
Arequipa - “Toro Muerto”
petroglyphs!
Duration: 8 to 9 hrs Approximately.
Suggested time of departure: 07:00 AM.
Description: We will take our transportation
toward the Pan-American Highway and then to
the beautiful “Majes valley”, where we will make a
stop to have our breakfast snack. After breakfast
we will continue to the Toro Muerto’s Petroglyphs
and visit some of the rocks with the most
interesting figures and drawings.
After this visit we will continue to Querullpa, area
where dinosaur footprints were found and have a
nice view of the Valley among the sand hills as
well. We will have our lunch (not included in
program) in the town of Corire, where the dish
specialty is based on fresh shrimp.
Return to Arequipa around 2:30 PM.
Toro Muerto (English: Dead Bull) is a
collection of ancient petroglyphs made
up of 3,000 to 5,000 volcanic rocks
which are products of the explosive
volcanic eruptions of Coropuna and of
Chachani about 50 million years ago.
It is located in the Peruvian coastal desert
in the region of Arequipa and it is
believed that the petroglyphs, which
showcase humans, animals (elk, snakes,
llamas, deer, parrots), plants, and many
other designs (geometric motifs, sun
discs, etc.), are remains from the Huari
and Chuquibamba cultures dating back
more than 1,000 years.
Includes: Transport, English /Spanish guide, Toro Muerto entrance fees and snack.

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Giardino Walk - Country side
Duration: The total Giardino walk tour takes about 4 hours. Walking time and picnic about 3 hrs
misti volcano
The walk Giardino is an organized half day tour for all those that enjoy small walks around the
country side of our city. We start by visiting the view point of Sachaca, where we will have a
panoramic view of the city and its volcanoes. Then we will continue forward to the Mansion del
Fundador (Founder’s house), enormous colonial style house that belonged to the Arequipa
founder and now is an opened museum to the public. This visit allows us to appreciate the
colonial art of that epoch. Finished the visit we will continue towards the Sabandía area, in this
place we leave our transport and begin our walk taking us from Sabandía to Yumina area.
On the route we will observe many terraces cultivated by the owner “chacareros” (How
farmers here are called). We will walk approximately one hour along a picturesque and fresh
route where also it is possible not only to appreciate farmer’s work but to take contact with
the local people as well.
We take a short rest and begin to walk up to a hill that will be a perfect place to have a view of
the total area. (Terraces, Yumina and Characato towns, small hills and the volcanoes of
Arequipa) After a time we’ll return to our transport and drive to the Mill of Sabandía, where
we’ll have our Picnic.
After the Picnic we will return to our Hotel.

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Other Tours Arequipa City.
Rafting on the Chili River
This is an exciting opportunity to have a rafting experience in the
Chili Valley, 45 minutes from Arequipa City, between the Virgin
of Chapi Sanctuary and Acequia Alta. With a medium difficulty
rating and and Class III and IV rapids, you are guaranteed a
splashing good time.
The section to be done is about 6 km long (Approx 1: 45 hrs on
the water) using rafts with a capacity for 6 people. You finish the
run in the Chilina district (Acequia Alta) and the total duration of
the tour takes about 3:30 hrs. After the trip, you can be dropped
off at your hotel or the agency.
Country Side Biking Tour
The countryside biking tour takes around 3 to 4 hours on
average and goes through the next places: Paucarpata district,
Yumina town, Sabandia district and return to downtown. If the
group is resistant enough, we can add Characato district and
maybe even Mollebaya. 70% paved road and 30% unpaved
road 30. 35 km of route and note that there are slopes and
hills (up and down) Recommended starting time: 9:00 a.m. or
1:20 p.m.
YURA Valley
The town of Yura is located 35 km away from Arequipa City.
It is a pleasant town in a small, interesting valley on the west
slopes of Chachani. It is known for its thermal baths and a
popular place of excursions for many Arequipeños especially
during the weekend.
The bath contains four small pools that are not suitable for
swimming with temperatures from lukewarm to cosy. On
average, the temperature of the Yura waters reaches 26°C
(79ºF) and it is the chemical compositions that make them
ideal to treat conditions ranging from arthritis, dermatitis,
kidney stones, or cystitis through liver cirrhosis. Each of the
pools and ponds offers relief for a specific condition.
The town of Yura is located 35 km away from Arequipa City.
It is a pleasant town in a small, interesting valley on the west
slopes of Chachani.

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Arequipa - AÑASHUAYCO QUARRY
Duration: 2 hrs approx.
Suggested time of departure:8:30 am
Añashuayco quarry, is the place where
the iconic sillar is extracted; the white
volcanic stone that is used in many
colonial buildings around Arequipa. The
quarry is located in the like-named valley
at about 2120 m.a.s.l. within the district
of Uchumayo, and by car about 15
minutes away from Arequipa.
Description: On the beginning our guide
will explain the origin and geological
formation of the quarries and we will have
the chance to observe the extraction of
sillar. Also we will learn about the
importance of sillar for the Arequipeñan
buildings and culture, and why it has been
used to construct most of the older parts
of the city. We will have an opportunity to
talk with the workers who carry out this
tough work.
To reach this place we’ll cross popular
Arequipa’s neighbourhoods, where your
guide will also give you some insight to the
social and in-migration problems of our
city.
Arequipa – Tour “GET INVOLVED”
(Reality)
Duration: 04hrs.
Departure time: 09 a.m.
Pick up at your hotel and the first stop is the local
San Camilo market, Apart from being Arequipa’s
main supply center; here with the help of your
guide you can purchase products and supplies that
we’ll later share with the children we visit.
We suggest you buy school supplies, food, and
toys. (No candy or chocolate please).
After the San Camilo market, we will visit a Daycare
center (organized by the Catholic church),
which runs mostly on donations and takes care of
underprivileged children of the area, aged 2 to 5.
The daycare center offers meals, medical
attention, and preschool education; this is largely
thanks to the good people who support it. We
share with the children the products that were
purchased at the San Camilo market. This is a
wonderful experience for visitors and we
encourage you to interact with the kids.
On our tour, we will also visit also some
comedores populares, small eating establishments
that provide breakfast, lunch and dinner to locals
on a limited income. These “comedores” are
maintained thanks to the hard work of the Club de
Madres, an association of women that actively
participates in the upkeep and running of the
Comedores. We head back to Arequipa City,
visiting en route the Yanahuara lookout, where
you have a nice view of Arequipa’s three wellknown
volcanoes.
Return to the Hotel.
Optional: To this program can be include a visit to
Añashuayco quarry.
The program includes: Transport and Guide.
The Program does not include: Cost of products on the
Mark or another extras.
Includes: Transportation and Guide.

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THE COLCA CANYON
AREQUIPA
Mario Vargas Llosa described Colca as
"The Valley of Wonders." And we can
ensure you that it is no a literary
overstatement.
Colca is one of the most scenic
regions in Peru, a land of imposing
snowcapped volcanoes, narrow gorges,
artistically terraced agricultural slopes
that predate the Incas, arid desert
landscapes and vegetation, and remote
traditional villages.
Some of Peru's most recognizable
wildlife, including llamas, alpacas,
vicuñas are easy to find here. Also the
canyon is home to the Andean condor
(Vultur gryphus), a species that has
been the focus of worldwide
conservation efforts.
With a depth of 10,725 ft (3,270 m),
it is one of the deepest in the world,
second in Peru after the Cotahuasi
Canyon and more than twice as deep
as the Grand Canyon in the United
States.

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Colca Canyon 2d/1n
Fixed dates: Every day
Type of service: Regular with a Group.
Classic Tour
first day
We will depart at 7:30 am from
Arequipa, driving 160 km to the town
of Chivay, capital of the Province of
Caylloma. At the beginning of our
excursion we will enjoy the majestic
views of the Misti, Chachani and
PichuPichu volcanoes before
approaching the National Reserve of
“Pampa Cañahuas”, where our
transportation will make a short stop
to observe the wild Vicuñas (one of
the 4 types of American camels) in its
natural habitat. At this point we will be
about 3,400 meters above sea level.
Moving on we will arrive to “Pata Wasi”
(Pata=high Wasi=home), an Andean
community at the opposite border of
the reserve.
Here you might enjoy the natural
formation of rocks and the view to the
backside of the Misti and Chachani
volcanoes. To prevent altitude sickness
we will have an original Andean “Mate
de Coca” drink or another hot drink in
a rustic restaurant on the road (service
of bathrooms are here available).
Continuing on the road we will pass “Tocra”,
a high plain at more than 4,500 meters,
where we will observe lakes with migrant
birds and get pictures of the “Antiplano”
with its Llamas and Guanacos. The highest
point of our tour will be “Pata Pampa”
(Pata=high, Pampa=land) located at 4,820
meters, where we’ll observe the volcanoes
Ampato, Sabancaya, Hualca-Hualca, Mismi
(the source of the Amazon River), and the
“Cordillera de Chila”. When we are getting
close to the town of Chivay (3,651 meters)
we will start to wonder at the spectacular
multicolor view of the terraces of the Colca
valley.
We keep our drive until Coporaque town
and visit the Lodge La Casa de Mamayacchi,
where we will have our lunch (cost of lunch
is not included in program). After lunch
your guide will invite you to a short walk
through Coporaque and its surroundings
(this walk takes around 1 hour and is
optional)
We’ll come back to our transportation and
visit a natural “hot springs” , where we will
enjoy a relaxing bath (entrance fee and
personal towels to the baths are not
included). After this exciting day we will
bring you to your hotel or lodge.

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Colca Canyon 2d/1n
SECOND day
We will have our breakfast very early in the
morning and leave to the famous “Cruz del
Condor” point. Arrive to “Cruz del Condor”
and time enough to have an enjoyable view
of the deep of the Canyon and if the weather
permits; majestic pictures of the flight of the
Condors.
After a coordinated time, our guide will take
you for a short walk near the Canyon (1 hour
aprox.) On the way back to Chivay we’re
going to visit the traditional village of
Pinchollo and the “Antahuilque viewpoint”,
where wonderful 1,500 year old terraces,
constructed by the Collaguas, a culture well
before the Incas’ time, can be observed. We
also will make a stop at the look-out point of
“Choquetico” with its hanging tombs “Tumbas
colgantes“, and take a look to the litomaqueta,
a model of the canyon terraces carved in a
rock.
We will continue visiting Maca, an Andean
community that experienced an earthquake
in November of 1991 and the village of
Yanque with the most beautiful church in the
valley.
Lunch in Chivay town (Cost of Lunch is not
included in program) and return to Arequipa
city.
On request Transfer from Chivay to Puno city
on Lake Titicaca (Extra charge)
The program includes: Tourist
transportation, English guide, hotel,
breakfast buffet, assistance.
The Program does not include: Tourist
ticket to the Colca valley, excursions not
mentioned in this program, tips, meals
(lunch and dinner), Entrances to the Hot
Springs, towels, snacks, beverages and/or
other extras.

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Optional excursions for a extra day in Colca valley
Spend a day with a villager
The tour is designed for people who have an
extra full day in the Colca valley and would like to
spend it together with the locals and actively
share their daily life.
A Coporaque villager will take you to his home
and together the day-work will be planned. We
cannot exactly define what this day will look like
as it depends on the season and weekday.
However, the normal activities run among others
from support in the fields, herding animals, the
preparation of land for sowing, or harvesting.
This experience includes lunch with your host
family, whose main dishes are prepared with the
local products such as Qunioa (Inca rice), potato,
Oca, or rice. For your comfort the meal is
prepared with attention to hygienic conditions.
After lunch you and your hosts will visit the
natural hot springs of Coporaque, which are
regularly used by the people of the village. On
the afternoon your host will accompany you on
your way back to your hotel in Chivy town or
Coporaque.
Please note: Local people do not speak English,
so be prepared to use at least some Spanish
words along with your hands or to request a
guide for translation (extra cost).
Spend half day with a villager
Optional visit for a ½ day to a local family in
Coporaque. Free of charge for clients lodging at
Mamayacchi Lodge (Program Colca 3d/2n). For
clients staying out of Coporaque town, this visit
will have an extra charge (Costs of taxis service
from your hotel to Coporaque town).
Hike from Coporaque to Uyo Uyo.
Duration: 3 ½ hrs.
On this walk we pass through two archaeological
sites; Yuracaca (a pre-Inca cemetery from over
900 years ago) and San Antonio (an old
Collahua community). On the way we reach a
small gorge where we observe the various types
of plants, shrubs and cactuses and have beautiful
views of Yanque town. Heading forward we
arrive at Uyo Uyo, well preserved remains of a
place that was originally a Collahua village dating
back between 900 and 1000 years. The terrain
is a little bit hilly in some parts, but the trail is
kept in a good condition by the daily walk of the
locals. After the tour we will drive you to Chivay
or Coporaque town for lunch (lunch not
included)
Short hike from Canocota to
La Calera. Duration: 2 ½ to 3 hrs.
You are picked up from your hotel for the drive
to the Canacota village (3,550 m), where we will
start our hike. During the walk we will appreciate
a small Canyon, and later on –when we walk in
parallel to the Colca River- we can observe a
colorful variety of plants, shrubs, cactuses and
birds. With some luck we might even see the
“Giant hummingbird”. At the end of the tour we
will stop by the Calera hot springs to relax during
an enjoyable bath.
This hike will give you the opportunity to
become more familiar with the lifestyle of the
Colca-people, local products and to learn some
interesting facts about the formation of the
Colca Canyon.Please note: from the Calera hot
springs there is no transfer to the hotel included!

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SPECIAL PROGRAM
“A bit of Everything”
COLCA CANYON
“A bit of Everything” – Colca canyon
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Departures: Request (private service only)
Highlights
Our excursion is designed for travelers who would like to
explore another side of the Colca Canyon without missing
any highlights of the region. Those travelers that enjoy
sharing activities with local people, short hikes and have
different experiences.
In this excursion Giardino shares with you a little bit of all
the wonders and beauty of the Colca valley, while
supporting the local economy and shows you the great
hospitality of its people
National Reserve of Pampa Canahuas – The “Window “ view point – Caves of Mollepunko Town of Callalli – Town of
Sibayo – Optional hike Canocota / La Calera – Town of Coporaque – Cruz del condor View point – Town of Chivay
- Shared half day with a villager – Hot springs in Coporaque – Town of Lampa on the route to Puno.
first day
Our departure will be at 7:30 am from Arequipa,
driving around 190 km to the town of
Coporaque. At the beginning of our excursion
we will enjoy the majestic views of the Misti,
Chachani and PichuPichu volcanoes before
approaching the National Reserve of “Pampa
Cañahuas”, where our vehicle will make a short
stop to observe the wild vicuñas (one of the 4
types of South American camelids) in its natural
habitat. At this point we will be about 3,400
meters above sea level.
We keep driving forward to the upper part of
the valley observing in our journey the natural
scenery formed by different lakes and have a over view
of the place from La Ventana (a rock formation called:
the Window). – On the route we will have many stops
for pictures and enjoy the surrounding.
Our guide will offer an optional hike to the Caves of
Mollepunko (recommended), In these caves we will
appreciates artistic remains (Carvings and paintings)
developed by the first inhabitants of the area,
dedicated to hunting and gathering. (This walk takes
around 1, 50 hrs). After this visit we return to our
transport and continue with our excursion observing
on the route huge rock formations called “Los Castillos
de Callalli” (The Callalli’s castles).
We will arrive to the traditional town of Callalli; with its
charming plaza and a wonderful view of the Mount

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Torreqaqa (Stone Mountain) or
Saya Saya, which can be seen from
anywhere in the village. We’ll make
a short visit of the town and then
keep driving until we reach the
town of Sibayo, located in the
upper part of Colca, 3,850 meters
above sea level. Its name in
Quechua language is Rumillaqta,
which means “city of stone,” as
nearly all of its streets, houses and
churches are made from this
material, making it one of the
prettiest towns in the valley. In
Sibayo town we will have our lunch
with a local family (Time for sharing,
learn above daily activities etc) and
enjoy the Sibayo cuisine. After
Lunch we will have time for visit the
Plaza and surroundings.
We take again our transportation
and drive until Canocota where we
will start our 2 ½ hr. hike forward to
la Calera.
At the end of the tour we will
arrive to la Calera, where our
transportation will bring us to the
town of Coporaque on the right
side of the Valley, where our Lodge
is located. After this excited day we
have free time to relax rest.
Important: The Hike Canacota – La
Calera is optional. It will depend on
Client’s physical conditions and
acclimatization to altitude.
Dinner in your lodge and short
briefing for the next day activities.
Overnight.
second day
We will have our breakfast very
early in the morning and leave to
the famous “Cruz del Condor” point.
Arrive at “Cruz del Condor” and
have enough time enjoy the deep
view of the Canyon and if weather
permits; majestic pictures of the
flight of the condors. After a
coordinated time, our guide will take
you for a short walk near the
Canyon (1 hour aprox.) On the way
back to Chivay we’re going to visit
the traditional villages of Pinchollo,
Maca and Yanque with the most
beautiful church in the valley. Arrive
to Chivay, capital of the Caylloma
province ( time for exploring and
pictures). Return to your Lodge in
Coporaque for lunch.
Around 14:00 hrs a Coporaque
villager will take you to his/her
home and will plan together with
you the work to be done this
afternoon. We cannot exactly
define what this day will look like as
it depends on the season and
weekday. However, the normal
activities - amongst others- include
support in the fields, herding
animals, the preparation of land for
sowing, and/or harvesting.
Please note: Local people do not
speak English, so be prepared to
use at least some Spanish words as
well as speaking with your hands.
After this interesting activity your
hosting family will bring you to the
Hot springs of Coporaque to enjoy
a relaxing bath. Finish this visit our
transport we will bring you back to
the lodge.
Dinner and overnight in your lodge.
“A bit of Everything”
third day
Breakfast at 06:30 am. Today we’ll
drive toward to Puno city on Lake
Titicaca. On the route we will visit a
Stone forest, interesting rock
formations that have been eroded
over millions of years by the wind,
rain and humidity. (Here we will
have a short walk to reach the
forest).
After this visit we keep our route
making stops on the route for
pictures like for example at
Lagunillas Lagoons, where if we are
lucky maybe get some pictures of
Andean Flamingos and Andean
Duck and birds.
Continue with the driving we will
reach the town of Lampa, a tiny
town located about 25 kilometers
from Juliaca, inside Puno´s
highlands.
The Santiago Apostol Church, built
in stone is one of the most
important buildings of the town of
Lampa and here you will find a
replica of the masterpiece of
Michelangelo; “La Pieta”, capping a
stunning black marble mausoleum
of Mr. Torres.
How ever Lampa has other...

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“A bit of Everything”
wonders; colorful adobe houses, kid’s games
made of stone inside domestic patios etc. We
will have our lunch in a local restaurant in
Lampa (No included in program) and continue
to Puno city on Lake Titicaca. Arrive in Puno
and transfer to your hotel.
THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Excursions not mentioned in this program, tips,
lunch third day (In Lampa town), snacks,
beverages and / or other extras.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Tourist transportation, English guide, Lunch with
locals (Sibayo Town).
01 Lunch & 02 dinners, 02 nights in lodge La
Casa de Mamayacchi, 02 breakfasts Buffet,
Entrance to the canyon, entrances to the hot
springs and permanent assistance.

SPECIAL PROGRAM
The Volcanoes Valley + Colca Canyon
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Duration: 5 days/ 4 nights
Departures: Request (private service)
Highlights
Toro Muerto petroglyphs - Andagua Town – The Twin Volcanoes – Chachas town – Colca Valley – Cruz del
Condor view point – Walk from Canocota to la Calera
first day
Departure at 5:30 AM. We will take our
transportation toward the Pan-American
Highway and then to the beautiful Majes valley,
where we will make a stop to have our breakfast
snack.
After breakfast we will continue to the Toro
Muerto’s Petroglyphs, arriving there at 9:30 AM
approximately.
Visit to some of the rocks with interesting
figures and drawings. (Time of visit: 1 hour
aprox). We will continue to Querullpa and visit an
area where dinosaur footprints were found and
have a nice view of the Valley among the sand
hills as well. (Time of visit 1 hour)
After these visits we will look for a place where
we can have our lunch picnic.
We then return to the transportation and start
to drive up to Andagua’s Town, located at
3,800mts. At the beginning we’ll cross a desert
valley with walls that consist of different
geological layers and enjoy the change of the
nature on the route, taking us from desserts to
green and rich valleys. We will cross beautiful
towns such as Tipan, Capiza, Huami, Viraco and
Machaguay. After about 4 hours of driving we
will reach the volcanic pass of the “Coropuna”
(4,900mts), where we will have a majestic view
of Peru’s highest volcano.
We will continue the trip to Chilcaymarca,
Province of Castilla (3,850mts).
Dinner and Lodge at the basic hostel that offers
a private bathroom.

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SECONd day
Breakfast 06:30 am. After breakfast drive to
Andagua town where we will visit the twin
volcanoes Johnson and Shippe, (200 mts high).
We will continuous to the view point of Ucuya
where we will have a view of the Kanalla Mauras
volcan, that is used as “arena” and the town of
Chachas with its Lagoon. After lunch we will
drive toward to the town of Chachas and its
lagoon. After the visit we will return to
Chilcaymarca.
Dinner and lodging.
third day
Breakfast at 6:30 am.
Today our journey will take us to the town of
Orcopampa, one of the most important Mining
center of the region where we will appreciate
also the waterfall of Panagua that almost is all
year frozen. Lunch. In the afternoon we will visit
the thermal bath of Huancarana for relaxing.
Dinner. Lodging in a basic hostel.
fourth day
Breakfast and drive forward to the the
incredible Colca Canyon, arriving in Sibayo town
around midday.
Lunch in Sibayo. In the afternoon an optional
walk from Canocota to the hot springs of La
Calera where a relax bath we’ll close our day.
Dinner and lodging in a tourist hotel.
fifth day
Breakfast buffet in the hotel (Included).
We will have our breakfast very early in the
morning and leave to the famous “Cruz del
Condor” point. Arrive to Cruz del Condor and
time enough to have an enjoyable view of the
deep of the Canyon and if the weather permits;
majestic pictures of the flight of the Condors.
On the way back to Chivay we’re going to visit
the traditional village of Pinchollo and the
“Antahuilque viewpoint”, where wonderful 1,500
year old terraces, constructed by the Collaguas, a
culture well before the Incas’ time, can be
observed. After lunch return to Arequipa city.
On the road forward to Arequipa we will have a
stop at the National Reserve of Pampa
Cañahuas, where we can appreciate vicuñas and
lamas in their natural habitat.
We’ll arrive at Arequipa city around 4 pm.
End of our service
Extensions: - Transfer to Puno on Lake Titicaca on
the last day. - Extra day in Colca. ( Shared a day with
a villager activity)
Important observation: No asphalted road on most
part of the trip
Material needed: Sleeping bag, rain poncho (if the
visit is in the rain season), walking shoes, sun glasses,
sun blocker, swimsuit, hat, personal medication.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Private transportation. 03 nights in a basic
lodging in Chilcaymarca and Orcopampa. 01
night in a Tourist lodge in Colca Canyon. 01
snack. 01 lunch box (first day). 03 breakfast
(Chilcaymarca and Orcopampa). 01 breakfast
buffet in Lodge Colca canyon. 02 lunches (2nd &
3rd day). English/ Spanish Guide. First Aid box
and oxygen.
THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Entrances fee to the Colca canyon. Personal
expenses. Meals not mentioned as included.
Towels for thermal baths. Beverages and drinks.
Extras not mentioned.

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SPECIAL PROGRAM
COLCA CANYON TREKKING
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Departures: Request (private service only)
Important: Good physical condition
Highlights
Pampa Cañahuas Reserve - Patapampa highest
point - Town of Chivay - Town of Cabanaconde
Hike into the Canyon – Town of San Juan de
Chucchos, visit to the towns of Cosnirhua and
Malata - Town of Sangalle - Cruz del Condor
view point.
FIRST day
We will depart at 7:00 am from Arequipa, driving
160 km to the town of Chivay, capital of the
Province of Caylloma. Around 12:00 hrs. We
will be in Chivay to have lunch, after the lunch
we continue to Cabanaconde 3287 m. (located
one and half hrs. from Chivay), arriving around
14:30 Hrs. from this place we will start the
trekking adventure walking inside the canyon.
This first day we will walk down to San Juan de
Chuccho 2,600 m. the hike take like 3 ½ hrs. In
this place we will have the dinner and spend the
first night in basic lodgment (cabins).
SECOND day
Breakfast in San Juan de Chuccho.
Today the hike will take more from us; walking up
and down to Cosñirgua 2750 m., Malata 2450
m. and Sangalle 2160 m. (Popularly named Oasis
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COLCA CANYON TREKKING
named Oasis because the palms). This day the
hike through the canyon will take around 5
hours. In Sangalle we will have lunch and then
we can enjoy the natural and basic pool of the
lodgment (optional).
(the lodgment is similar to San Juan de Chuccho
“very basic”). Basic dinner and lodgment.
THIRD day
This day we need to wake up very early to start
the trek climbing up until Cabanaconde town.
The trek starts at 03:30 hrs. in order to avoid
hiking under the hard morning sun. We will be
in Cabanaconde for breakfast and there we'll
meet our private transport and driver again.
After breakfast we keep forward to Chivay town
visiting on the route different view points such as
the Condor Cross and the towns of Pinchollo
and Maca. We'll be in Chivay around midday.
Lunch in Chivay (Not included in program)
Around 13:00 hrs. We'll start our drive back to
Arequipa or assist you with the connection to
your transfer to Puno on lake Titicaca.
End of our service
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Private transport Arequipa / Chivay /
Cabanaconde / Arequipa. Spanish/English official
private guide. Lodgment inside the canyon (basic)
All the meals in the canyon and breakfast the
third day. Mule (Only for equipment).
THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Entrances. Water. Flash light. Dry fruits. Porter
(optional). Sleeping bag (optional). Lunch the first
and the third day. Other not mentioned.

THE COTAHUASI CANYON
The Cotahuasi canyon is located in La Unión province, one of the remote provinces in
the Arequipa region and with a depth of 3,535 meters is considered deeper then the
Colca Canyon, however not as deep as some canyons in the Himalayas.
The canyon itself is an impressive gorge carved by the river passing between two
enormous volcanos: Coropuna (6425m) and Solimana (6093m). The Cotahuasi River,
starts from the Huanzococha lagoon at more than 4,750 m. and later it receives the
contributions of the Huayllapaña River in the district of Pampamarca to the north, and
the Huarcaya River, near Tomepampa, from the west, traversing the whole canyon to
later be united with the Maran River and eventually form the Ocoña River which flows
all the way to the Pacific Ocean.
In Cotahuasi, which in Quechua means The Deep House, we will find many tourist
attractions for every taste and interest, such as; Sipia, a magnificent waterfall, 150
meters high, Huaynacota terraces, a bunch of traditional towns, several snow-capped
mountains, a couple of hanging bridges, ancient traditions and costumes, natural hot
springs, Pre-Hispanic and historical ruins, the unique flora of Ayahuasi and Cahuana,
amongst others.
To visit the Cotahuasi Valley we have to pass through Cotahuasi town (the capital of the
province) that is located 375 kilometres northeast of Arequipa City..

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Cotahuasi programs
Duration: 03 days / 02 nights
first day
Depart early in the morning (5 a.m.). Today on
our journey we will pass through Corire and
Aplao Valleys, where we will find a suitable place
to have our breakfast (about 7:30 a.m.). During
the drive we will visit the famous petroglyphs of
”Toro Muerto”, located in the Majes Valley, where
we find about 3000 volcanic rocks with drawings
dating back to the Huari Culture, (Our visit takes
approx. 1 hour). We carry on until we arrive at
”Chuquibamba town”, a traditional place where
we will have lunch at a local restaurant.
We hit the road again, enjoying the beautiful
landscape of the ”Puna” (highland) and the
diverse geographical areas.
On the way, we stop to visit ”Pallarcocha Lake”,
located at the bottom of the snow-capped
”Coropuna”, and an ideal place to observe this
impressive volcano close at hand
Arrive at the natural viewpoint of ”Allahuay”
where we will have an incredible view of the
Cotahuasi Valley. We arrive at Cotahuasi town
about 6 p.m. Dinner and lodge.
SECOND day
Breakfast early in the morning.
About 6:00 am. we’ll start the visit to the Sipia
Waterfall.
On the route we will have a short hike, crossing
hanging bridges, enjoying the landscape with its
unique flora and fauna and taking a look at the walls
of the canyon. Return to Cotahuasi Town. Lunch at
a local restaurant. In the afternoon visit the towns of
Tomepampa and Alca, well known for their ruins,
traditions and customs. After the visit we will have an
enjoyable swim in the ”Luicho” Hot Springs, then
return to Cotahuasi town.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Lodge.
THIRD day
6:00 a.m. Breakfast.
We will take the road back to Arequipa City and
arrive at about 6 p.m.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Transport.
.Guide.
Accommodation.
Meals.

Program 5 days / 4 nights
first day
Arequipa – Toro Muerto – Chuquibamba
town – Pallarcocha Lake – Cotahuasi town
Depart early in the morning (5 am). Today on
our journey we will pass through Corire and
Aplao Valleys, where we will find a suitable place
to have our breakfast at about 7:30 am.
During the drive we will visit the famous
petroglyphs of ”Toro Muerto”, located in the
Majes Valley, where we find about 3000
volcanic rocks with drawings dating back to the
Huari Culture (our visit there takes about 1 ½
hour). On this place will give us the opportunity
to explore the numerous stones and rocks and
their different meanings.
We keep our drive on the Valley of Majes and
pass the many rice cultivations and vineyards of
the region until we arrive the traditional town
of ”Chuquibamba town”, famous for the good
cheese and avocado and where we will have
lunch at a local restaurant.
After Chuquibamba we will enter an area at
4700 meters above sea level and we will have
a stops visit the ”Pallarcocha Lake”, located at
the bottom of the snow-capped ”Coropuna”,
(6425m above sea level).and an ideal place to
observe this impressive volcano close at hand.
(Time for explorer the area and enjoy the view).
It is important to note that snowy Coropuna is
the tallest volcano in Peru. For the Incas it was
the “Apu,” the most important holy mountain in
the south of Peru.
We keep our drive towards Cotahuasi valley
and before we enter to the valley we will have a
short stop at the natural viewpoint of ”Allahuay”
offering an incredible view over the Cotahuasi
valley. We arrive at our lodge in the town of
Cotahuasi late afternonn ( around 18:30 hrs)
Lodge..
second day
Cotahuasi - Puyca town and remains of
Maukallacta - Luicho hot springs.
Today we’ll have a full day excursion toward
Puyca town (3560 m), enjoying the area with
its wild surroundings and deep gorges.
On the route we will visit also the traditional
towns of Tomepampa and Alca, arriving at
Puyca town around midday. We will have
lunch in a local place having chance to share
with local people and its traditional food.
After lunch, we will start our walk up to the
remarkable Inca ruins of Maukallacta (3900M).
From top of the hill we will have time to explorer the area and
have a nice overlook all the valley and canyon giving us
unforgettable experience.
On the way back to Cotahuasi town we’ll visit the thermal
baths of Luicho with the possibility of a relaxing bath in its 35
degree water (Celsius ).
Overnight at our lodge in Cotahuasi town
Third daY
SIPIA Waterfall.
About 7 am we’ll start our visit to the Sipia waterfall.
The 150m high cataract is an impressive natural spectacle
which is located at the lower and warmer regions of
Cotahuasi. On the route to Sipia we will have a hike, crossing
hanging bridges, enjoying the landscape with its unique flora
and fauna and taking a look at the walls of the canyon.
In the afternoon, after returning to Cotahuasi and having a
short rest, we will drive to the village Huaynacotas (2700 m),
whose inhabitants still live deeply rooted in ancient customs
and traditions. Return and overnight in Cotahuasi town..
Four Day
Pampamarca – Forest rock – Uskuni
Today we will start our day very early driving toward to the
town of Pampamarca. (3 hrs of driver aprox.)
Pampamarca is a small village well-known for rugmaking and is
set on a plateau at 3200 m. Before the Sun starts to get
strong we will start our trek up to the spectacular area called
“the Bosque de Piedras” (Forest stone). - three hours aprox of
walk - Time to explore the area and enjoy the view of the
valley and its unique geographic..
After this visit we will get down in town and have our lunch
with a local family or local restaurant. After lunch we exploring
the area visiting the hot springs of Josla (3.5 km), or the 50-
m waterfall of Uskuni. Return to Cotahuasi town and
overnight at lodge..
Five day
After Breakfast we retunr to Arequipa city. On the route will
be time for pictures and take Lunch in a local restaurant.
Arrive to Arequipa bout 6 pm.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Tourist transport.
Guide.
Hotel.
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Coropuna volcano on the route to Cotahuasi canyon.

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PUNO & LAKE TITICACA
Puno city is mostly the unlovely city on the
altiplano, it is a high, wind - cold plateau. It has
one thing going for it that no other place on
earth can claim: The Lake Titicaca, the world's
highest navigable body of water, located at
3,830m (12,566 ft.) above sea level.
Lake Titicaca is also for many Peruvians a
mystical and sacred place. The legend said that
Manco Cápac, the original Inca chieftain has
risen from the lake's waters along with his sister
Mama Ocllo to found the Inca Empire.
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A full day tour or a 2-days tour takes travellers
to the Uros Floating Islands, where Indian
communities consisting of just a few families
construct tiny islands out of totora reeds and to
the two inhabited natural islands, Amantaní and
Taquile. A special bonus, for travellers who have
the time to do it!

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SPECIAL PROGRAM
Puno on Lake Titicaca
Duration: 03 days / 02 nights
first day
Puno city – Sillustani Ruins
Transfer In from Bus or train terminal to your
Hotel.
14:00 PM. Visit to the Ruins of Sillustani. The
archaeological site of Sillustani is located 22.3
miles away from the city of Puno (34 Km., 35
minutes drive) and at an altitude of 12,858 feet
(3,840mts.) above sea level. This visit allows
visitors to enjoy stunning highland landscapes
and imposing pre-Inca architecture. The site is
strategically positioned on the top of a peninsula
surrounded by a beautiful lagoon called Umayo
lagoon. Return to Hotel.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
SECOND day
Fullday Uros floating islands and Taquile island
Breakfast. Transfer to the Titicaca lake harbord.
Full day excursion to the Uros floating islands
and Taquile (7 hrs), enjoying the beauty of the
Lake and the interesting local people of the Uros
and the good-organized farmes of Taquile island.
We will have lunch in Taquile (Not included).
Return to Puno and arrive late afternoon.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
THIRD day
Puno - Transfer Out
Breakfast. Transfer to the Bus or train station.
* On request transfer to the Airport.
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
02 nights in hotel 3* standard (in request
“Up grade”) + 02 breakfast. Visit to the ruins
of Sillustani and full day excursion to Uros
and Taquile islands. Transfer In and transfer
Out
THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Airport or Bus terminal taxes (national or
international). Tips in all the excursions and
restaurants. Meals. Drinks, snacks or another
extra. Excursions not mentioned in this
Program.

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Extensions tours in Puno.
Cultural exchange Uros-Amantani
and Taquile
(2 days / 1 night)
Departure: Everyday 07:15 am in combination with Uros and
Taquile visits.
Amantani island is located 26 miles (38 Km) away
from the city of Puno (3 ½ hours of navigation in
normal boat). Because of a more distant location,
tourism on the island of Amantani has not
developed in the same way as in Taquile island.
The main difference is that home-stays have
remained a more authentic cultural experience
in Amantani. A visit to Amantani necessarily
implies to stay one night on the island. The
houses are very simple and services are basic.
For many people this home-stay experience and
the encounter with the host family is a revelation
of the reality of Andean people at such altitude.
This cultural exchange experience in Amantani is
very touching and fascinating. We have called
this tour “CULTURAL” because every traveler is
welcome to share with the locals their time,
some artistic gift, educational activities or just
conversations.
Fundo Chincheros.
Soft hiking and relaxing countryside lunch
in an old hacienda.
Enjoy an authentic rural tourism experience
only 8 kilometers from the city of Puno.
Fundo Chincheros is a beautiful farm only
15 minutes away from the city of Puno. If
you want to adjust smoothly to altitude or
enjoy an easy and relaxing day at Lake
Titicaca we highly recommend considering a
visit to this wonderful place.
Departure: This program starts at 9:30am
and ends with lunch. Alternatively, it can start
at noon with lunch and conclude at sunset
or also be easily undertaken on the way to
the airport in your transfer IN or Out.

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CUZCO & MACHUPICCHU
GIARDINO
The ex-capital of the Inca Empire is the gateway to the imperial city of
Machu Picchu and the Sacred valley.
Cusco is one of the undisputed highlights of South America and looks
and feels like the very good definition of an Andean capital.
This city it's a fascinating blend of pre-Columbian and colonial history
and contemporary mestizo culture. The Incas made Q'osqo (meaning
"navel of the world" in Quechua) the political, military, and cultural
center of their empire, which stretched up and down the Andes, from
Ecuador through Bolivia and all the way to Chile.
Cuzco offers to all its visitors not only Machupicchu citadel, but typical
Andean countryside dotted with villages, high altitude hamlets,
traditional rituals and festivals, trekking for one to ten days and
majestic ruins on unexpected places.
In 1983 Cusco was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It has
become a major tourist destination in Peru and South America nad
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Ceremonial Cusco
Duration: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
City Tour and Surrounding Area (half day).
Day 1: Breakfast.
Around 10 am. excursion through the City of Cusco
and surrounding areas. Here we will visit Cusco’s Main
Square, its Cathedral, Temple of the Sun also called
“Koricancha”, and then the ruins located around the
city; Kenko temple, Tambomachay temple, Puca Pucara
temple and the incredible fort of Sacsayhuaman,
located at the top of a hill dominating the City. Return
to the hotel. Afternoon free to explore the city.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
Excursion to Sacred Valley; visit to Pisac Ruins
and Indigenous market and Ollantaytambo (FD).
Day 2: Breakfast.
Full day excursion. Visit one of the most beautiful
places and major center’s of agricultural production for
the Incas, the “Sacred Valley”. Here we will enjoy the
beauty of its terraces and the blessing brought from
the Urubamba River to the people. In the tour we will
drive through the different towns dotted along the
Valley, visiting the ruins of „Pisac“ with its panoramic
view and its Indigenous market with original products
made by the villagers. We will have a lunch buffet in a
traditional restaurant. (included in Program). After
lunch, we will visit the impressive fortress and plaza of
Ollantaytambo.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3* in the valley.
From Ollantaytambo to Machupicchu by Train.
Day 3: Breakfast.
07:00 am. Train Ollantaytambo / Machupicchu pueblo.
(We provided the train tickets. Passenger have to be in
train station at least 30 minutes before train
departures) Arrive in Machupicchu pueblo and contact
with your guide for the tour to the ruins. (Guided tour
takes 3 hrs). Visit to the Citadel with your guide and
free time to enjoy the area and beauty of the City.
In the afternoon we will take our train from
Machupicchu Pueblo to Cuzco city (Poroy station).
Arrive in Poroy late afternoon and transfer to the
hotel.
Accommodation in Tourist hotel 3*
Cusco – Transfer out
Day 4: Breakfast. Transfer out to the Airport or Bus
station.
The program Includes: 03 nights in hotel based in two
bed rooms + 03 breakfast. 01 traditional lunch (Sacred
valley). Tour Combo (city and surroundings). Full day
excursion to the Sacred Valley. Full day excursion to
Machu picchu. Transfer In , Transfer Out.
The program does no include: Airport and Bus terminal
taxes (national or international). Tips in all the
excursions and restaurants. Meals. Drinks, snaks or
another extras. Excursions not mentioned in this
Program.
* On request an extra day in Cusco for personal
activities or optional tours or extra night in
Machupicchu Pueblo.

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OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS TOURS IN CUSCO
SURROUNDINGS
TOUR MARAS & MORAY
MORAY: Archaeological group unique in the region..
Apparently, the place was an Inca agricultural research
center dedicated to the experimentation of cultures
around the different altitudinal levels of the plots The
terraces, retaining walls built on filled with fertile soil
and watered by complex irrigation systems, allowed to
grow more than 250 plant species.
SALINERAS: OR "SALT MINES: Located northwest of
the town of Maras consist of about 2000 small wells,
which were already exploited since Inca times as a
means of economic exchange and is still being
exploited by the locals.The small wells with an average
area of about 5 m², built on the side of the slope of the
mountain of "Qaqawiñay" during the dry season is fill
every 3 days with salt water that comes from a natural
spring located at the top of the wells to the water
evaporates, the salt contained in it gradually solidifies.
DEPARTURES EVERYDAY.
SOUTH VALLEY TOUR
TIPON: This beautiful set of agricultural terraces, long
stairways and canals carved in stone is located about
20 km southwest of the city (45 minutes). It consists of
twelve terraces flanked by stone walls and huge
terraces perfectly polished. Tipon was part of the real
estate Yahuarhuaca while, a place dedicated to religious
worship and agricultural experimentation.
PIKILLAQTA: The complex includes the city itself plus
another 23 sets associated with closeness and
functionality, containing historic lagoon, with a
suggestive landscape considered one of the most
beautiful in the world. Pikillaqta was built during the
heyday of the Wari culture AD 500 or 900 years. This
great urban and ceremonial center of almost 2 km
long, consists of a citadel surrounded by ramparts and
walls up to 7m. height.
Pikillaqta stands as a massive set of stone structures
concentrated on a hill overlooking the beautiful lagoon
of Lucre. Pikillaqta fleas or city, is perhaps the greatest
pre-Inca city in the region and its name derives from
the presence of numerous compounds of only 4 m
square which apparently belonged to a military
garrison.
ANDAHUAYLILLAS: Is a cozy village with a warm
climate. In its main square, we will find its most valuable
jewel: the colonial church of Andahuaylillas, considered
the "Sistine Chapel" of the Americas.
DEPARTURES EVERYDAY.

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Options of alternatives hikes around Cusco
Inca Trail 2d /1n
The trek starts at Km104 (104 kilometers
along the railway from Cusco) and involves a
four hour walk uphill to Wiñay Wayna and a
couple of hours further to Machu Picchu
making it ideal for trekkers wanting to
experience at least a part of the Inca Trail
but haven't got the time (or energy) to
complete the full 4 day trek. According to
new Peru regulations, you must employ the
services of a professional guide or trek as
part of an organized tour group.
INKA TRAIL 4D /3N
The trek is rated moderate and any
reasonably fit person should be able to
cover the route. It is fairly challenging
nevertheless, and altitudes of 4200m are
reached, so ensuring that you are well
acclimatized is important. If arriving from sea
level, plan to spend at least 2 full days in
Cusco (3 days is better) prior to commencing
the trek. This should allow plenty of time for
acclimatization
Andean Lodges – Apu Ausangate Trek:
This Trek is high recommended for visitors
that want something more then a “hike
experience”. It takes place in the
surroundings of the APU AUSANGATE. In
the Andean worldview, the “Apu” is the
Mountain Spirit which life depends upon, in
the Andes. With its 6,372 m. above sea level,
the Apu Ausangate is one of the highest
mountains in Southern Peru, and is
considered as Cusco´s Regional Tutelary
Divinity. Andean Lodges Tour Operator
offers you an unforgettable life changing
experience while hiking around the Apu
Ausangate. In this trek you will enjoy the
amazing Andean landscapes and have
chance to cultural interchange with native
communities that also work as partners on
this trek, offering their products and services,
thus contributing to their own culture´s
sustainable development and protection.
Hiking at an altitude of over 4,000 m. above
sea level, demands lots of energy. Therefore,
thinking about the hikers´ good rest, the

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thinking about the hikers´ good rest, the
Tour Operator has built four comfortable
mountain lodges, along the route. Every
lodge offers different and exceptional views
of the Apu Ausangate, and all of them were
built according to ecological criteria, in
harmony with their natural surroundings, as
well as with the local architectural style and
culture´s aesthetics.
Choquequirao Trek
Hike from 4 to 5 days
Choquequirao means "cradle of gold" in
Quechua although this is probably not its
original Inca name. It is another "lost city of
the Incas" located high on a ridge spur
almost 1750m above the raging glacier-fed
Apurimac River and surrounded by towering
snow-capped peaks.
The US explorer Gary Ziegler suggests that
Choquequirao may have been the place
where the last Inca, Tupac Amaru, was raised
among Inca Priestesses. The abundance of
many double jamb doorways and niches
indicates that the place was held in high
status.
Trek Salkantay - Santa Teresa -
Machu Picchu
Hikes from 4 to 6 days
This trek is often referred as the "alternative
Inca Trail". Although many guide books and
travel agencies often describe this route as
"the-road-less-travelled" or a great trek to
"get away from the crowds" this can be
misleading. There is currently no control
over the maximum number of trekkers so
during the peak season (June - September)
there can sometimes be more trekkers than
the Classic Inca Trail and each year it is
becoming more popular especially with Latin
American visitors

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TRUJILLO AND CHICLAYO – NORTH PERU
GIARDINO
Trujillo, the capital of La Libertad department, is the third-largest city
in Peru. The Moche and Chimu, two pre-Inca cultures, had great
influence in this area.
The city itself has an attractive colonial city centre and around town
there are some very interesting archaeological sites such as the Chimu
mud-city of Chan Chan, a monumental adobe complex of royal
palaces covering more than 52 sq. km (20 sq. miles).
Also it is fascinating to visit the Temples of the Moon and Sun (Huacas
del Sol y de la Luna), built by the Moche culture around A.D. 500.
The beaches of Huanchaco, half an hour’s drive from Trujillo, are ideal
for a spot of relaxation. Local fishermen still catch fish here with reed
boats (totora), just as they did long, long ago
The city of Chiclayo itself may not have much to offer, the region are
probably most well known for their archaeological sites and treasures,
such as Sipan, Túcume, Batán Grande and Huaca Rajada.

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SPECIAL PROGRAM
Trujillo and Chiclayo
Arrive to Trujillo – City Tour
Day 01
Transfer In to the hotel.
City tour. Visit to the modern and colonial
city centre.
Hotel.
Temple of Sun and Moon – Chan Chan
Citadel – beach of Huanchaco
Day 02
Breakfast.
Full day excursion to the Temples of Sun and
Moon (called Huacas), the largest citadel of
adobe in the world „Chan Chan“ and
finishing the tours walking on The beach of
"Huanchaco“.
Return to the hotel.
The Brujo Archaeological Complex –
Museum lady of CAO
Day 03
Breakfast.
Visit El Brujo complex, temple of Cao,
Museum of Cao. Transfer to Chiclayo city.
Hotel.
Trujillo – Chiclayo - Sipan Lord Museum.
Day 04
Breakfast.
AM. Visit to the „Royal tombs of Sipan’s Lord
Museum“. In the afternoon city tour and
visit the “Mercado de Brujos”, where we will
be able to find the different objects, plants
and ornaments used in rituals by the
chamans or brujos.
Return to the hotel.
Chiclayo – Transfer out
Day 05
Breakfast.
Transfer to the airport or bus station.
The program includes:
04 nights in hotel, based in two bed rooms. 04
breakfast. City tour in Trujillo. Full day excursion
to the temple of Sun and Moon, Chan Chan
citadel and Huanchaco beach. Full day visit to El
Bujo complex, museum Cao. + Transfer to
Chiclayo city. Visit to the Museum of „Royal
tombs of Sipan“. Visit to “Mercado de brujos” and
city tour Chiclayo. Transfer In/Out.
The program does not include:
Airport and Bus terminal taxes (national or
international). Tips in all the excursions and
restaurants. Meals. Drinks, snacks or another
extra. Excursions not mentioned in this Program.

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CHACHAPOYAS
GIARDINO
The Chachapoyas, also called the Warriors of the Clouds, were an Andean people living
in the cloud forests of the Amazonas region. The Incas conquered their civilization
shortly before the arrival of the Spanish conquerors.
The nearest ruins to Chachapoyas include the ruined city of Purunllacta – 40km south
of the city and one of the likely capitals of the Chachapoyas people. Another very
interesting high lith are Pueblo de los Muertos and Carajía, two impressive cliff-face
burial centres for the elite of this quite sophisticated culture. However, most famous and
most worthwhile of all the Chachapoyan archeological remains is Kuelap, a fabulous,
huge citadel complex. South of here lie Balsas and Leymebamba. To some extent, the
ancient culture lives on in some of the remote, traditional communities like La Jalca,
76km south of Chachapoyas.
Much of the land in the Chachapoyas region is full of ravines and very steep sided
valleys. Less than 30km north of Chachapoyas Town gush the fabulous Cataratas de
Gocta, reputedly the tallest in Peru.

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Program Explorer Chachapoyas
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Arrive to the city of Chachapoyas (From
Cajamarca or Chiclayo)
DAY 1 Transfer In to your hotel. Free time
to explore the city. Lodge / Hotel.
Chachapoyas - Karajia sarcophagus
DAY 2 Breakfast. we drive down to the
Utcubamba and cross over to the
neighboring Province of Luya. From the
village of Lamud we drive on to the village
of Cruz Pata, where a short walk (45min)
takes us down to Karajia. These striking
sarcophagi, sculptured like humans have
become an icon of the area. For 750 years
they have looked towards the rising sun
and undoubtedly are the resting place for
some elite members of Chachapoya
warriors.
Lodge/Hotel
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DAY 3 Breakfast. Full day excursion to the
fortress of Kuelap, which is the largest
stone structure in South America,
estimably containing three times more
building material than the Great Pyramid of
Egypt. Kuelap is far larger, more mysterious,
and higher then Machu Picchu, and
probably more significant in the far older
era it served. After this visit drive to
Leymebamba town.
Lodge
Revash Mausoleum - Leymebamba
Museum “Mallqui” .
DAY 4 Breakfast. We drive to Yerbabuena
area and we start to walk for a steady 2
hours uphill for a close up view of a
spectacularly colorful cliff tomb ( on
request we can provided horses). This
extremely photogenic site is perched on a
yellow cliff and the tombs are like mini
houses with red pictographs dating back to
We drive back to Leymebamba and Visit the new
museum of Leymebamba “Mallqui” that is housing
219 mummies found at a nearby lake in 1997.
Lodge.
Leymebamba - Chachapoyas - Transfer out
DAY 5 Breakfast. Transfer to the Bus station to
take the Bus to your next destination.
End of our service
The program includes: 04 nights lodges tourist
category. 04 Continental breakfasts. Excursion to
Karajia, to Kuelap and Revash. Visit Museum of
Leymebamba Mallqui. 01 transfer In/ 01 transfer
Out.
Program does no include: Tips in any the
excursions or restaurants. Meals (Lunch, Dinner).
Drinks, Snacks, beverages and another extra.
Excursions not specified in this program.

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CAJAMARCA
CAJAMARCA
A historical city because was here
where Pizarro captured and
ransomed the Inca Emperor,
Atahualpa, for gold and silver, before
killing him anyway.
Cajamarca is the capital of the
Cajamarca region of Peru. It is an
ancient city, with roots dating back
three thousand years before the
colonialist era, before the Inca era,
and even before the Chavín people.
This region was inhabited by the
Huacaloma, Layzón, Cumbe Mayo y
Otuzco people.
It is surrounded by fertile lands in a
valley bordered by the Andes
mountains. In the colonial center, we
find majestic churches border the
capacious Plaza de Armas and on the
top of The Santa Apolonia hill, which
lies about 218 yards (200 m) to the
south of the Plaza de Armas, not
only offers expansive views of the
city and the surrounding valley, but is
also home to stone carvings known
as the '”eats of the Inca”.
A little bit out of the city we will find
the Baños del Inca (Inca baths) , hot
springs that dates back to the time
of the Inca Empire; the minerals in
the baths are considered to have
healing properties. The Ventanillas de
Otuzco (Little Windows of Otuzco)
are niches carved into the hillside,
measuring 1 to 2.5 ft. (30 to 76 cm)
high and up to 33 ft (10 m) deep
where the Inca are said to have
buried their dead; Cumbe Mayo, also
known a 'stone forest and much,
much more.

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CAJAMARCA
Duration: 4 days/ 3 nights
DAY 01: CAJAMARCA IN / CITY TOUR
Arrive to the city and transfer to your
selected hotel.
P.M. City tour Cajamarca; visiting the Plaza
Mayor, Church of St. Catalina of Alexandria
(Cathedral), San Francisco Church
(catacombs), Rescue Room, Belen Church,
the colonial Hospital (Archaeological,
Ethnographic and Medical Museum) and the
hill Santa Polonia.
Hotel 3*.
DAY 02: CUMBEMAYO / VENTANILLAS DE
OTUZCO
Breakfast. Excursion to Cumbe Mayo, where we
find the famous Stone Forest or Fraylones, The
Sanctuary, caves, the Stone of Sacrifice,
ceremonial altars, petroglyphs and a 3.000 years
old hydraulic Canal and aqueducts. Lunch in a
traditional restaurant. We keep the visit through
the Valley of Cajamarca and arrive to the
“Ventanillas de Otuzco”. Visit to the place and
keep on tour visiting the Giants Hydrangeas
Garden and the Hacienda "Three Mills" and the
Fundo "The Alpes" where you can enjoy dairy
products and finally the cheese factory. Return to
Cajamarca.
Hotel 3*.
DAY 03: PORCON / THE COLLPA / INCA
BATHS
Breakfast. Visit the Carving Stone in
Huambocancha, the Porcon Farm (Cooperative
Atahualpa Jerusalem), where we enjoy the Forest
of Pines (artificial Peru's largest pine forest), craft
workshops for men and women, and the Zoo
where you will find various animal species such as
jaguars, pumas, spectacled bears, monkeys, and
more. Lunch in a traditional restaurant. We
continuous our visit to “Hacienda la Collpa” and
the “Inca Baths”, (hot springs).
Return to Cajamarca.
Hotel 3*
DAY 4: TRANSFER OUT
Breakfast. Transfer to the Bus terminal or Airport.
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Does not include: Airport and Bus terminal taxes
(national or international). Tips in all the excursions and
restaurants. Meals. Drinks, snacks or another extra.
Excursions not mentioned in this Program.

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OUR JUNGLE
GIARDINO
The Peruvian Amazon is the area of Amazon jungle which lies inside Peruvian
territory; it spreads east of the Andes to its borders with Ecuador, Colombia,
Brazil and Bolivia. This region covers 60% of Peru and is marked by a large
degree of biodiversity.
The Peruvian Amazon is traditionally divided into two distinct ecoregions: The
lowland jungle, called Selva Baja in Spanish, is also known as the Omagua
region, Walla, Anti, Amazonian rainforest and/or Amazon basin. This is the
largest ecoregion of Peru, and lies between 80 and 1000 meters above sea
level. The highland jungle, in Spanish known as Selva Alta and also called
Rupa-Rupa region, Andean Jungle, Ceja de Selva, extends into the eastern
foothills of the Andes, lying between 1000 to 3800 m above sea level.
The Peruvian Government, (SERNANP) has declared different areas of the
Amazon as protected zones, because of their distinct geographic
characteristics and rich flora and fauna. Different Lodges located in strategic
or reserved areas with specialized programs offer diverse options to our
visitors.
GIARDINO TOUR OPERATOR works with each of them; you can take a
program as an exclusive tour or add to your main Peru’s program.

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Some of the most recommended are:
Amazon – North East – Amazon River
Muyuna Lodge:
Muyuna Lodge is located up the Amazon River, very far
from Iquitos. This is a small rainforest lodge, secluded,
intimate, that GUARANTEES the observation of
monkeys, birds, sloths, pink dolphins, fish, caimans, etc., in
their own habitat. Muyuna was designed and built by
people from the community of San Juan de Yanayacu
and the distribution is done according to what the
customer needs (single bungalows, double or matrimonial
bungalows, family bungalows, etc.). In addition, each
cottage has a full suite and modern bathroom. All rooms
have a terrace with hammock overlooking the forest or
the river.
Pacaya Samiria Hatuchay lodge:
Offers a memorable experience in an unique hotel within
the buffer zone of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
in the Peruvian Amazon. The experience also offers
experiential tourism, visiting communities working on
protecting natural resources within the watershed, thus
helping to improve the quality of life for the local families.
Part of our program is observing the birth of the Amazon
River at the junction of the Ucayali and Marañón Rivers.
Amazon River Expeditions:
This Operator offers programs combined with its lodge
“Heliconia Amazon River”, located on the banks of the
majestic Amazon river in Yanamono's Communal
Reserve, to 80 km away (50 miles away) from Iquitos City.
Different activities and programs for all type of clients are
offered. You can experience canopy walkway in this lodge;
this activity provides a view of the rainforest from the
treetops, the best point for observing Amazon wildlife
and vegetation.
In case of interest in other
Lodges in this region,
please do not hesitate
to contact us!
Paseos Amazonicos:
This Operator has rustic lodges, that provide visitors with
infrastructures that allow a closer approach with Nature
and the Amazon culture. The lodges are: Sinchicuy Lodge
located (30 km from Iquitos) with 32 rooms with private
shower and bathroom, and can accommodate 1 to 4
guests. Kerosene lanterns light your room and are
scattered along the wooden walkways. Tambo Yanayaku;
(60 km from Iquitos) The lodge, with its palm-thatched
walkways has 10 spacious rooms and can accommodate
up to 30 people. Each cottage has a private shower and
bathroom.

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Amazon – South East
Rain Forest Expeditions: Rainforest Expeditions
operates three award winning Amazon lodges: Posada
Amazonas , Refugio Amazonas and Tambopata Research
Center; Tambopata rainforest tours consist of engaging
activities that blend aspects of nature and culture in the
Peruvian Amazon. the most popular Amazon rainforest
tours consist of engaging activities that blend aspects of
nature and culture in the Amazon. Guests benefit from
knowledgeable guides who provide an in-depth
understanding of life in the rainforest of Tambopata.
Eco Amazonia. Ecoamazonia Lodge is located two hours
from Puerto Maldonado navigating Madre de Dios river.
It is an Ecological 11856.1ac Reserve within the
rainforest in the heart of Amazon paradise in Tambopata.
Offers 50 Bungalows designed and built from local
materials following standards of environmental and social
responsibility, with different activities to cover all interest
and expectations.
Tambopata Ecolodge: This lodge is situated on the
banks of the Tambopata River in the heart of the
Tambopata National Reserve (TNR). The lodge has
something to offer to everybody, from those who just
want to escape from the noise of the city, to naturalists
and professional photographers.
Reserva Amazonica Inkaterra: Exotic, yet accessible,
Reserva Amazónica Lodge is situated in a private reserve,
surrounded by a vast Peruvian Rainforest.! Inspired by
native Amazon design, 35 private thatched roof cabañas
combine natural materials with contemporary amenities.
MANU; National Reserve – Pantiacolla Lodge:
Pantiacolla has her lodges designed to blend in with their
beautiful environment. Built mostly with natural materials.
At the same time, the lodges have comfortable rooms for
a well-protected rest during the jungle nights. Pantiacolla
has built her lodges taking all aspects of low
environmental impact and since 2010 are part of the
Rainforest Alliance program to formalize our ecological
practices to the best international standards.
MANU; adventures Jungle specialist: This lodge strive
to meet two important final results: to make sure that
your expedition is a memorable experience and to insure
the conservation of the fragile eco-systems you will
encounter. with programs for all kind of clients.
In case of interest in other
Lodges in this region,
please do not hesitate
to contact us!

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Copacabana, Uyuni Salt plains, La Paz and more…
BOLIVIA
GIARDINO
Bolivia is a country rich in many attractions and culture. For its proximity to Peru it is possible to
add some of its highlights to our Main or short programs.
One of the most required place and also one of the main highlights of Bolivia is the Salar de
Uyuni; an area that really leads to the feeling of being on another planet!
Since 2013 Uyuni town offers regular flights directly from/to Cusco or from/to La Paz (Capital),
making the access to the area more comfortable, and not to exhaust with overnight drives by
Bus or train.
La Paz capital itself is a dizzy city that have to be looked with respect, not only for its wellpublicized
altitude (3660m), but also for its quirky beauty. A city Tour to discover the city is highly
recommended. Another highlight close to border of Peru is the area of
Copacabana that can be visit during a full day trip from Puno or on the route to La Paz by bus.
Extension for another high lights such us Tiwanaku ruins, Potosi city, Sucre city, Coroico, etc.
Can be always adds to your program. Please ask your Giardino Agent for more information!

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Extension program from
Puno to Bolivia 5d/4n
From Puno to Copacabana (Bolivia) –
Excursion to Sun Island.
Day 1 Breakfast . *07:00 Pick up from your
Hotel in Puno. The trip starts in the city of
Puno, at 2 ½ hours drive in shared
transportation to the Peru – Bolivian border
(Kasani). Arrive to Copacabana and
accommodation in your hotel to continue to
the Sun Island to visit the Pilkocaina temple, the
Royal Staircases and the holly Inca Fountain.
Free afternoon. *Notice: Peru is 1 hour behind
Bolivian time.
Hotel 3*
Copacabana town – Transfer to La Paz
capital.
Day 2 Breakfast and visit to the renaissance
style church where you can observe the Patron
Virgin Mary of Bolivia and the small town
market .
* Optional hike to the Calvary Hill. Lunch in a
local restaurant (no included in Program)
After lunch drive to La Paz city on a shared
transportation. On the way, you will cross the
strait of Tiquina, which is the narrowest part of
the Titicaca Lake, dividing the lake in two
portions: the small portion (Wiñaymarka) and
the large portion (Chucuito). Drive though the
high plateau reaching the most important city
of Bolivia, arrival around 19:30 pm.
Hotel 3*
Exploring La Paz City.
Day 3 Breakfast. Free morning to rest or
personal activities.
In the afternoon 4 hours tour, visiting Plaza
Murillo to see the Government Palace, the
local Cathedral and the Congress building.
Then experience visiting the Gold Museum,
San Francisco Church, the biggest handicraft
market in town known as the Witches Market,
Los Andes street artisans, the Killi Killi outlook,
the open air museum, besides some wealthy
southern neighborhoods such as Obrajes,
Calacoto and San Miguel.
The final part of the tour means Moon valley,
spectacular geological scenery which was
named after its strange clay formations.
Return to the hotel. Hotel 3*
Full day excursion to Salt Flat of Uyuni ( 2d/1n)
Day 4 Breakfast. Transfer Hotel-Airport. Flight La Paz – Uyuni.
Pick up by your agent at the Airport.
10:30 am. The most complete circuit of the Salt Flat of Uyuni
in just one day.
In your tour you will visit the train cemetery and then continue
towards to the great Salt Flat of Uyuni, visiting the Colchani
village on the way, where you will enter into a domestic salt
processing plant. Explore our exclusive “Palacio de Sal & Spa”
(Salt Palace & Spa), the first hotel in the world fully made out
of salt blocks.
Our Journey will lead you across the salt flats, visiting an area
called “Los Ojos de Agua” (Eyes of Water) where you will see
the manual extraction of salt by local communitarian
industries. We continue along the Salt Flats towards the
Incahuasi Island, better known as “Isla Pescado” (Fish Island)
where you will find enormous Cactuses and hike around the
interesting geology of the area. Lunch will be served on the
shores of the Island. Keep on exploring the Salt Flat towards
Coquesa and visit the cave of ancient mommies. On the way
back to Uyuni, enjoy the fabulous sunset on the shores of the
Salt Flat. (Picnic Lunch).
Estimated tour length: 10 hours.
After the excursion the transportation will drop you off in
your Hotel located in the salar plains or in Town of Uyuni
(According to client selection).
Hotel.
Flight from Uyuni to la Paz or next destination.
Day 5 Breakfast. Transfer from the hotel to the Airport of
Uyuni. Flight from Uyuni town / La Paz city or to your next
destination.

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Another excursions in Bolivia.
TIWANAKU:
Half-day tour. Arrive to Tiwanaku at 09:30 for
visiting the Lithic and the Ceramic local
museums, and also visit archeological remains
in Akapana Pyramid, the Semisubterranean
temple, the Kalasasaya, the Gate of the Sun
and monolith representations. Inclusions:
Shared transport, bilingual english-spanish
guide.
COROICO FULL DAY: 8 hours tour.
Transport to “La Cumbre” at 4650 m.a.s.l.. Drive
for about two hours through impressive a
snaking mountain road between cliffs and
rocky walls down to the Yungas rain forest
located at 1700 m.a.s.l. In Coroico visit coca,
coffee, fruit crops according to season. Lunch
included. Inclusions: Private transportation, a
bilingual guide and lunch.
COROICO 2D/IN:
Day 1: Pick up Hotel and drive to “ La Cumbre”
at 4650 m.a.s.l. Arrival and accommodation at
Hotel Viejo Molino or similar. Lunch and by the
afternoon, hike through coca leaves, coffee and
fruit crops according to season. (L, D)
Day 2: Breakfast and free morning to take a
relaxing bath at the Hotel´s swimming pool or
hike around. Lunch is not included. (B)
Inclusions: Private transportation, bilingual
english/spanish tour guide, Night at Hotel Viejo
Molino or similar, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner,
1Breakfast. No Inclusions: Drinks, second day
lunch.
POTOSI: CITY TOUR & CASA DE LA
MONEDA: We visit the Mint, Cobija Arch, San
Lorenzo Church, Central Market, San Francisco
viewpoint, main square, La Merced Church,
Compañia de Jesús Tower.
Inclusions: Entrances: For museums. Guide.
POTOSI – COOPERATIVE MINES (Half Day)
: Pick up from your hotel toward the miner
market, where you will be able to buy presents
for the miners that you will meet inside the
mine. To visit inside the mine, you will be taken
to a miner cloth deposit in where you will wear
special security gear, such us: rubber boots,
helmets, head lamps, batteries, and water proof
jackets. The most important cooperative mines
are located at 4250 meters above the sea
level, and depending on your adaptation you
will be visiting several levels under the soil, or
just go in the first 150 or 200 meters away
from the main entrance. Includes: Private
transportation to the miner market and the
mine, mining gear (boots, helmets, lamps and
water proof jackets), tour guide, entrance fee to
the mine. Not Included: Gifts for the miners
(coca leafs, dynamite, detonators, etc) however,
the suggested amount for a gift is around 30
Bs. /person.
SUCRE - CITY TOUR: HALF DAY
Approximately three hours. We visit the main
museums of the city combining history, textiles,
ethnography and folklore with the most
representative outdoors sites such as plazas,
and parks, as well as the architecture. It
includes: Transportation: Private for the tour.
Admissions: For 2 museums.
Guide. Not Included: Rights of photography,
filming, and special taxes.
SUCRE TARABUCO FULL DAY TARABU :
Although many visitors may miss the annual
Phujllay celebrations in March, you will want to
catch Tarabuco’s colorful, sprawling Sunday
Market, which features high quality artesania:
pullovers, charangos, coca pouches, ponchos
and weavings that feature geometric and
zoomorphic designs. The colorful wares lay out
in stalls around the plaza and on the side
streets lend a festive and a light – hearted
atmosphere.
It Includes: Transportation: Private for the tour.
Sucre / Tarabuco 64 kms. 01 lunch and guide.

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Booking Conditions Giardino Tour Operator
1. Our contract
By booking a trip with Giardino Tour Operator you are deemed to have agreed to these Booking
Conditions (which constitutes the entire agreement between you and us) and your booking will
be accepted by us on this basis.
2. Validity
Dates, itineraries and prices are valid from 01 January 2017 until 31 December 2017. Beyond
31 December 2017 dates, itineraries and prices are indicative only.
3. Pre- Payment requirement
You are required to pay a 40% of the total amount to Giardino Tour Operator in order to
confirm the booking of program (Please note that increased deposit requirements apply for
some services such as Inka Trail programs, flight tickets and others). You will receive an invoice for
the pre-payment by email with important details. The rest of the amount can be paid in our
office in Peru – Arequipa city.
Payment by credit card
After the Confirmation of your tours and amount to be pay, your Giardino consultant will send
you by e-mail a “Link of Visa” and an „“Purchase number”. You can make your agreed payment
with credit card Visa in a safe way.
Payment by wire transfer
Payment by money transfer ONLY to the account below
Beneficiary : GIARDINO TOURS EIRL
Beneficiary Account No. : 215-1336372-1-33
Beneficiary Address : JERUSALEN 604-A
Beneficiary Institution : BANCO DE CREDITO
Beneficiary Institution SWIFT Code :BCPLPEPL
Beneficiary Institution Address : SAN JUAN DE DIOS 123 CERCADO AREQUIPA
Beneficiary Institution Country : PERU
Be aware that bank fees have to be cover by client.
4. Acceptance of booking and final payments
A contract will exist between us from the date that we received your pre- deposit.. Please refer
to your booking confirmation invoice for details regarding final payments.
5. Your personal details
In order for us to prepare your travel you must provide all requested details.:
- A copy of your passport send by email,
- The name, address , email address and telephone number of person of contact in your
country in case of emergency.
- Pre-existing medical conditions you have which may affect your ability to complete your travel
arrangements.

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Booking Conditions Giardino Tour Operator
6. Cancellation fees by the traveller
If you cancel some or all portions of your booking
cancellations fees will apply. A cancellation will only
be effective when we receive written confirmation
of the cancellation. If you cancel a trip:
1.- If we receive your cancellation notice
between 60 and 30 days before start of service,
Giardino will retain 30 usd for administrative
expenses and extra fees according to cancellation
policies of hotels, tours and ,airlines (Additional
costs apply for flight tickets and tours with special
booking policies).
2.- If we receive your cancellation notice
between 30 to 20 days before start of service
Giardino will retain 15% of the total package and
extra fees according to cancellation policies of
hotels, tours ,and airlines (Additional costs apply
for flight tickets and tours with special booking
policies).
3.- If we receive your cancellation notice 20 days
or fewer before start of service, 50% of the tour
price has to be charged. and extra fees according
to cancellation policies of hotels, tours ,and airlines
(Additional costs apply for flight tickets and tours
with special booking policies).
4.- If you leave a trip for any reason after it has
began we are not obliged to make any refunds for
unused services,
important:: Giardino will try as much as possible
to be a support for you searching for the best way
to receive a refund of the major of your money.
Please note that for certain travel arrangements
the cancellation charge may be higher than those
shown. In certain cases a 100% cancellation fee
applies as soon as the booking is made and the
ticket is issued (For example Inca Trail program and
some flight ticktes). Please ask for full details of
cancellation charges at time of booking.
7. Cancellation by Giardino Tour Operator
We may cancel a trip or tour at any time prior to
departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters,
political instability or other external events it is not
viable for us to operate the planned itinerary. In
this case please be in contact with your Giardino
travel consultant. Your security will be for us a
priority.
8. Passport and Visa
You must carry a valid passport and have obtained
all of the appropriate visas, permits and certificates
for travel to Peru and Bolivia. Your passport must
be valid for 6 months beyond the duration of the
trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are
in possession of the correct visa and vaccinations
for special tours (For example the yellow fever
vaccination in case of visit the Amazon jungle and
Bolivia is compulsory) We are not responsible if
you are refused entry to a country because you
lack the correct passport, visa or other travel
documentation.
9. Travel insurance
Your must have a travel insurance that cover
against personal accident, death, medical expenses
and emergency repatriation. We also strongly
recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment,
personal liability and loss of luggage and personal
effects. Giardino Tour Operator does not offer this
service.
10.Responsibility
Giardino Tour Operator is responsible for
providing all services and accommodation
specified in the main program sold to our client(s)
and reconfirmed in the final itinerary.
Giardino is not responsible for itinerary changes
or loss of services not provided due to
uncontrolled and reasonable factors such as
airline or bus schedule changes, weather, strikes...
In such cases, Giardino will attempt its best efforts
in providing reasonable, alternative arrangements.
Additional costs may apply.
11. Privacy policy
Any personal information that we collect about
you may (passport, flight tickets etc…) be used for
any purpose associated with the operation of your
Trip. The information may be disclosed to our
agents, service providers or other suppliers to
enable us to operate the Trip.

GIARDINO TOUR OPERATOR THANKS YOU FOR YOUR
PREFERENCE AND WISHES YOU A WONDERFUL TRIP!
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