GIARDINO PROGRAMS. Visit: People don't take trips, trips take people. JOHN STEINBECK IMAGE: MONASTERY SANTA CATALINA

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1 GIARDINO PROGRAMS People don't take trips, trips take people. JOHN STEINBECK IMAGE: MONASTERY SANTA CATALINA Visit:

2 1 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: , info@giardinotours.com Web:

3 2 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.

4 3 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.

5 TRAVEL INFORMATION 4 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

6 5 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.

7 6 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

8 7 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 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.

9 8 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.

10 9 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 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.

11 10 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.

12 11 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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14 13 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.

15 AREQUIPA - GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCE! 14 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 Return to the Hotel The program includes: Private transportation, English/ Spanish guide and entrances fees.

16 15 giardinotours 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.

17 18 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.

18 16 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 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.

19 17 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.

20 19 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.

21 20 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.

22 21 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.

23 22 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!

24 23 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

25 24 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...

26 25 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.

27 SPECIAL PROGRAM The Volcanoes Valley + Colca Canyon 26 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.

28 27 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.

29 28 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 COLCA CANYON

30 29 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.

31 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..

32 31 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.

33 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. 32

34 Coropuna volcano on the route to Cotahuasi canyon.

35 34 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. Lake Titicaca is the long-time home of highland cultures steeped in the old ways and for this reason almost everyone hops aboard a boat to visit at least one of several ancient islands. 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!

36 35 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.

37 36 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.

38 37 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 our Constitution designates it as the Historical Capital of Peru.

39 38 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.

40 39 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.

41 40 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

42 41 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

43 42 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 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.

44 43 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.

45 44 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.

46 45 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 Excursion to Kuelap Citadel (Full day) 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 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.

47 46 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.

48 47 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 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. END OF OUR SERVICE Program Includes: Transfer In / Out. The entire visit described in this program. 2 traditional lunches. 03 nights in Hotel 3* (on request Up grade hotel category). Entrances, transport and English speaking guide. 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.

49 48 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.

50 49 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.

51 50 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 ac 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!

52 51 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!

53 52 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.

54 53 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.

55 54 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 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 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 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. : 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 , - The name, address, 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.

56 55 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.

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