Treasures of Peru WITH MACHU PICCHU & LAKE TITICACA MAY 16-26, 2011

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Treasures of Peru WITH MACHU PICCHU & LAKE TITICACA MAY 16-26, 2011 11 days for $4,045 from Los Angeles air & land inclusive A Gaucho Getaways Travel Experience Limited to 24 Alumni and Friends Presented by the UCSB Alumni Association

Tour membership limited to 24 alumni and friends TREASURES OF PERU WITH MACHU PICCHU & LAKE TITICACA 11 days for $4,045 from Los Angeles air & land inclusive Aland of treasures archaeological, cultural, and natural, Peru draws those eager to learn about the distant past and encounter a fascinating present. As our small group takes in some of the country s highlights Cuzco, Machu Picchu, and Lake Titicaca we marvel at the riches of an intriguing land somewhat off the beaten path. Destination Air Motorcoach Train Extension (air) Entry/Departure Pacific Ocean PERU Lima Iquitos (Amazon) Machu Picchu Avg. High ( F) May Jun Lima 74 68 Cuzco 70 69 Cuzco/Sacred Valley Lake Titicaca Puno Your Small Group Tour Highlights Lima touring... Visit to Larco Herrera Museum... Historic Cuzco... Cuzco s Incan ruins... Sacred Valley touring... Visit to Indian market in Pisac... Lunch in the home of a Cuzco family... Two guided visits to ruins at Machu Picchu... Scenic drive from Cuzco to Lake Titicaca... Full-day tour of Lake Titicaca with visit to the Floating Islands and Taquile Island... Opportunity to visit Amazon on a post-tour extension Day Itinerary Hotel Rating 1 Depart Miami for Lima 2 Lima Casa Andina Sup. First Class 3-4 Sacred Valley Private Collection Sonesta Posada del Inca First Class 5 Machu Picchu Inkaterra Machu Picchu Sup. First Class 6-7 Cuzco Hotel Libertador Cuzco Sup. First Class 8-9 Puno Hotel Libertador (Lake Titicaca) Puno First Class 10 Lima/Depart for U.S. (overnight flight) 11 Arrive U.S. Ratings are based on the Hotel & Travel Index, the travel industry standard reference. Cover photo: We tour the amazing ruins at Machu Picchu on days 5 & 6. Day 1: Depart U.S. for Lima, Peru Day 2: Arrive Lima Upon arrival in the Peruvian capital early this morning, transfer to our hotel for breakfast and time to rest (rooms are ready for our early arrival). This afternoon enjoy a welcome lunch then visit the Larco Herrera Museum whose ceramics collection, featuring a renowned set of erotic pre-columbian pots, is unparalleled. Later tour colonial Lima before returning to the hotel. B,L Day 3: Lima/Cuzco/Sacred Valley This morning transfer to the airport for the brief flight to Cuzco, where upon arrival we stop for brunch, then continue on to the beautiful Sacred Valley, a region of Inca sites and indigenous villages. After stopping at the colorful Indian market at Pisac, arrive to the hotel mid-afternoon. Before dinner there tonight, attend a native ceremony, Offering to the Earth. B,L,D Day 4: Sacred Valley Today s exploration begins with a visit to the Incan farming town of Chincheros, set on a broad plateau presided over by a snow-capped mountain. Here residents live much as their ancestors did, wearing traditional clothing and conducting business and local government by traditional means. Next tour the important salt mines in the lovely colonial town of Maras, where we enjoy lunch together. Spend the afternoon discovering Ollantaytambo, a living town and site of massive Incan ruins that still inspire wonder today. Return to the hotel late this afternoon and dine there tonight. B,L,D Day 5: Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu/Aguas Calientes Early this morning board a train for the 1½-hour journey to Aguas Calientes, where after lunch we board a bus for Machu Picchu

On Day 9 we visit the Floating Island of Los Uros in Lake Titicaca; natives here make their boats from reeds. and our first guided visit of the stunning Lost City of the Incas. Thanks to its small size, our group will move nimbly through the ruins and have the leisure to absorb the beauty and mystery of this site whose original purpose has been lost to time. B,L,D Day 6: Machu Picchu/Cuzco This morning before the crowds of day trippers arrive take a second guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, when the early morning sun bathes the stones in a haunting, evocative light. After lunch in Aguas Caliente, return to Cuzco by train, arriving early evening. B,L Day 7: Cuzco After a morning at leisure, set out on a tour of the archaeological hub of the Americas, the continent s oldest continuously inhabited city, and UNESCO World Heritage site. Dynamic and historic, Cuzco is rich with the legacies of its Inca and Spanish forebears. Stop at the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, the still beautiful House of the Sun, an Incan masterpiece, then enjoy lunch in the home of a gracious Cuzco family. B,L Day 8: Cuzco/Puno This morning depart for the day-long journey by coach to Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca. Traveling through the rugged snow-capped Andes dotted with small villages and herds of llama and alpaca, make several stops along the way: Andahuaylillas, an attractive village known for its lovely 17 th -century church; the ruins at Raqchi, once the holiest site in the Incan empire; La Raya, perched on Peru s altiplano (high plane) and home to the Llama and Alpaca Research Center; and the ceramics center of Pucara. Arrive at our hotel on the shores of Esteves Island on Lake Titicaca late this afternoon; it s a short walk to the center of Puno from our hotel. B,L Day 9: Puno/Lake Titicaca Spend the day exploring the fascinating life of Lake Titicaca, Post-Tour Extension: May 26-30, 2011 AMAZON RAINFOREST 4 days/4 nights for $895 Single Supplement: $195 Discover the Amazon s amazing flora, fauna, and even villages on this exceptional and comfortable tour. Your Tour Price Includes Round-trip air transportation Lima/Iquitos 4 nights accommodations: 1 night in Lima at Costa del Sol Peru (First Class); 3 nights in the jungle at Ceiba Tops Lodge & Resort (Superior First Class) 11 meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners Extensive sightseeing, including guided Canopy Walkway tour and visit with ribereños (Amazon river people) Fully escorted by an Amazon-born naturalist guide as your Odysseys Unlimited representative Private vehicle transportation Gratuities for dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers Please note that guests on extension will overnight in Lima on Day 10. Land only guests: add $300

South America s largest lake and at 12,500 feet above sea level. By boat visit the Floating Island of Los Uros, where the top-hatted Uros people live on islands made of the reeds that grow in the lake s shallows. Visit Isla Taquile, known for the high quality textiles crafted by the indigenous people who live here; sales of their textiles support the self-sustaining Taquilenos. Tonight celebrate our Peruvian adventure at a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. B,L,D Day 10: Puno/Lima/Depart for U.S. This morning visit the mysterious burial towers (chullpas) at Sillustani overlooking Lake Umayo. Then transfer to the airport for the flight to Lima, where we check into our day rooms at an airport hotel. Late this evening depart on our flight to the U.S. B Day 11: Arrive U.S. Arrive in the U.S. this morning and connect with our return flight home. The beautiful and historic Sacred Valley Tour Departs: May 16, 2011 Miami $3,545 Baltimore, Orlando, Tampa $3,845 Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, New York, $3,945 Philadelphia, Washington, DC Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Portland (OR), $4,045 San Francisco, Seattle Peruvian woman with her llamas Your Tour Price Includes Round-trip air transportation from listed cities; all flights within itinerary 8 nights accommodations in Superior First Class and First Class hotels 21 meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip Luggage handling for one bag per person Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers Please call if your city is not listed. Land Only cost is $3,495 and does not include airport arrival and departure transfers. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Single travelers please add $995 (please note that single room availability is limited). All tour prices above are guaranteed. Business Class upgrade on round-trip international flight: $1,395 per person from Miami. (Business Class upgrade is subject to availability and the pricing is subject to change.) Airline taxes and departure fees of $479 per person ($548 with Amazon extension) are subject to change and will be listed separately on your invoice. Please note: This trip involves considerable walking uphill, on uneven terrain, and at sites of ancient ruins. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour to the fullest. In addition, the high altitude of Lake Titicaca (12,500 feet) and Cuzco (11,150 feet) could pose problems for travelers with certain health conditions. You should consult with your physician if you have concerns. For reservations and information, contact Gaucho Getaways at 805-893-4611 or email gaucho.getaways@ia.ucsb.edu

Dear UCSB Alumni and Friends, Join Gaucho Getaways on an exploration of Peru, an amazing land of archaeological, cultural, and natural treasures. In the company of a Peruvian guide, you'll visit remote villages and lakes thousands of feet above sea level, explore ancient and enigmatic ruins, and marvel at the riches of an intriguing land somewhat off the beaten path. Begin in Lima with a visit to the Larco Herrera Museum, and then fly to Cuzco the archaeological hub of the Americas and the continent s oldest continuously inhabited city. Acclimate to the high altitude while visiting the beautiful Sacred Valley, the Indian market at Pisac and the extensive ruins at Ollantaytambo. A thrilling train ride delivers you to Machu Picchu, the stunning Lost City of the Incas and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your overnight stay allows you to take advantage of prime viewing opportunities before the crowds arrive. On the final leg of our journey, you'll travel overland through Peru s rugged altiplano with its snowcapped mountains and remote villages to Lake Titicaca, one of the world s highest navigable lakes. You'll board a boat to the Floating Islands and Taquile Island, known for the superb locally crafted textiles. A four-day optional extension to the Amazon Rainforest is also available. We are pleased to share this Peruvian adventure with alumni and friends of UC Davis. Space is limited to just 24 participants total. Don't be disappointed - call and make your reservation today! All the best to you from Santa Barbara, Susan Goodale Gaucho Getaways Director THE UCSB UNIVERSITY RESERVATION FORM: TREASURES OF PERU MAIL TO: Gaucho Getaways, UCSB Alumni Association, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-1120 PHONE: 805-893-4611 FAX 805-893-4918. Passport Name Date of Birth Gender Grad Yr Passport Name Date of Birth Gender Grad Yr Address City State ZIP Code Phone (Work) Phone (Home) E-Mail Single Supplement (limited availability) add $995 I have a roommate. (Name) Departure City I/we desire to request a Business Class upgrade. Post-Tour Extension: Amazon Rainforest - 4 days/4 nights for $895, Single Supplement add $195 Please sign me/us up. Here is my check for the deposit (payable to Odysseys Unlimited) for $ ($500 per person). Charge my VISA MasterCard Final payment due no later than February 10, 2011. Visa, MC, Discover, AMEX and personal check accepted for final payment. Reservations after this date are subject to availability and must accompany payment in full. Membership: Participants must be members of the UCSB Alumni Association, UCSB Affiliates, UCSB Support Group or another UC Alumni Association. Members may bring a spouse or one guest. An annual membership may be purchased by including a check for $75 payable to the UCSB Alumni Association. Accept my $75 check. Authorization of MC/Visa (circle one). Am already a member. Card # Card ID # Expires Cardholder Name AND Signature(s) Date Please Note: Each registrant has read the schedule of activities for Treasures of Peru and agrees that the signature(s) below represent(s) their acceptance of the General Terms and Conditions as well as acknowledges signatures will be required on UCSB Alumni Association Waiver and Responsibility Statement before final documents are issued. Signature (each passenger) Signature (each passenger) Date Date

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS Please read this information carefully, as payment of a $500 deposit per person represents your acceptance of the following Terms and Conditions. Not included in tour price Airfare when purchasing a Land Only tour package; costs of passports and visas; airport, port, and departure taxes, which will be listed as separate items on your invoice and are subject to change; personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, room service, and meals not specified; excess baggage fees; airport transfers when purchasing a landonly package; communication charges; gratuities to your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director, which are at your discretion; optional sightseeing or shore excursions; travel protection insurance. Cancellations, refunds and changes If you must cancel your trip, the effective date of cancellation will be upon our receipt of your written notification. Refunds for cancellations are subject to the following per person charges: Cancel February 10, 2011: $200 charge; Cancel February 11, 2011, to March 12, 2011: 25% of tour price; Cancel March 13, 2011, to April 1, 2011: 50% of tour price; Cancel April 2, 2011, to April 16, 2011: 75% of tour price; Cancel April 17, 2011, to May 16, 2011: No refund. If a guest makes any changes to their reservation from February 11, 2011, to April 16, 2011, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. will apply a $100 per person administrative fee, in addition to any fees or penalties imposed by third parties. Changes are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If your reservation changes from double occupancy to single occupancy for any reason, you will be charged the single supplement. No changes are allowed within 30 days of departure. Upon reservation you must provide your full legal name as it appears on your passport, your date of birth, and your gender. In the event an airline ticket is issued with incorrect information you have provided, you will be responsible for charges associated with the ticket s reissue. Responsibility The liability of the UCSB Alumni Association, Regents of The University of California, as sponsor, and Odysseys Unlimited, Inc., as tour operator, is strictly limited. Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. purchases transportation, hotel accommodations, restaurant and other services from independent suppliers not under our control. We serve only as agents for these suppliers in securing tour arrangements, and therefore will not accept responsibility for wrongful, negligent, or arbitrary acts or omissions of these independent contractors, their employees, agents, servants or representatives. The UCSB Alumni Association, Regents of The University of California and Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. are not liable for injury, damage, loss, accident, or delay that may be caused by events not within our control, including without limitation, acts of terrorism, war, strikes, the defect of any vehicle, or the negligence or default of any third party. All coupons, receipts, and tickets issued are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the air carriers, cruise line, and other independent suppliers. We will make every effort to operate our tours as planned, but we reserve the right to make itinerary changes as necessary. If unforeseen circumstances require us to change a hotel, we will select alternative accommodations of the same or better quality. If you choose to make your own air arrangements, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. shall not have any liability for any loss resulting from cancellation of this tour or changes in this tour. Health and Medical Issues We request that you be in fairly good health to participate in this tour. There is a reasonable amount of walking, and you must be able to get on and off motorcoaches and ships on your own. If you require the use of a whe elchair or have other personal needs, you must be accompanied by a companion who will assist you. We reserve the right to remove anyone whose physical or mental condition, in our opinion, compromises the operation of the tour or detracts from the enjoyment or safety of the other passengers. In that event, the UCSB Alumni Association, Regents of The University of California and Odysseys Unlimited assume no financial responsibility for any unused portion of the tour. CST # 2 077973-40 Presorted Standard U.S. POSTAGE P A I D Santa Barbara, CA Permit # 553 Join Gaucho Getaways FOR A SMALL GROUP tour to Peru! Guaranteed Small Group: Limited to 24 Guests