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November 12–19, 2016
Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley
Join Source Events as we gather for a once-in-a-lifetime gay journey to Machu Picchu!
If Stone Could Speak...
Abandoned by its inhabitants. Reclaimed by the jungle. Lost until 1911. Honored as a World Heritage site. This is Machu Picchu – one of the most extraordinary places on earth. With Source Events & Belmond, you will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore this magical place at your leisure. Lose yourself in mystery as you wander through the ruins. Spend the night at the Orient Express Sanctuary Lodge, right at the ancient citadel. Rise at dawn to greet the sun and feel the special energy emanating from the giant stoneworks.
A Dream Adventure...
But there is more to experience in the Land of the Incas. Experience one of the world's greatest train journeys on the Hiram Bingham Orient Express train. Sleep in a monastery. Discover the treasures of Lima and the enchanting colonial city of Cusco. THIS IS A MYSTICAL JOURNEY AS YOU TOUCH – AND ARE TOUCHED BY – THE PAST….
Luxury Travel with Source Events...
In keeping with its mission of exploring magical places steeped in mystery, Source has planned a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Machu Picchu. We are bringing back our Machu Picchu adventure. We sold out this trip every time we've offered it so make your plans early. Take a spectacular rail trip through the Andes. White-water raft down the Urubamba River. Sleep in a monastery. Discover the treasures of Lima and the enchanting colonial city of Cusco. This is a 5-Star Belmond Experience!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - November 12, 2016, Saturday
Evening arrival at Lima International Airport on scheduled flight and transfer to hotel..
Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima.
Day 2 - November 13, 2016, Sunday
Morning tour the city of Lima, visit the Plaza Mayor, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. You will continue on to the Cathedral, with its splendid carved stalls, silver covered altars surrounded by fine?woodwork, pass by the Government Palace, the City Hall and the Archbishop's Palace.?From the historic center you will travel through modern Lima and visit the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores. Afternoon will be at your leisure.
Overnight: Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel, Lima.
Day 3 - November 14, 2016, Monday
 After breakfast you will met by our guide who will escort you to the airport for flight to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco you will be met after luggage collection by the Orient-Express representative and transferred to the Orient Express Monasterio Hotel, one of the finest luxury hotels in South America. The afternoon visit Koricancha, The Temple of Sun. The combined sacred sites of Koricancha and Santo Domingo in Cusco vividly illustrate ancient Andean culture's collision with Western Europe. The Temple of the Sun (Templo del Sol) at Koricancha was the most sumptuous temple in the Inca Empire. After the spanish conquest the exquisite polished stone walls were used as the foundations of the Dominican Convent of Santo Domingo, forming perhaps Cusco's most jarring imperial- colonial architectural juxtaposition.
Overnight: Belmond Monasterio Hotel, Cusco.
Day 4 - November 15, 2016, Tuesday
 This morning begin your day with a visit to Cusco's central market, a wonderful way to discover Andean culture and daily life. This vibrant spot, with its dazzling displays of fresh produce and fascinating local products, could keep you entertained for hours. After your visit to San Pedro Market take a stroll through Cusco ´s charming streets that delivers history and culture in equal measures. Continue to the Cathedral, found on one of the streets of the main square of Cusco, is, without any doubt, one of the most attractive buildings of America. It was built in 1560 and finished being build in 1668, the Sacristy, is one of the most luxurious and most decorated precincts of the Cathedral, presents an assembly of paintings from to the middle of the 17th century of Marcos Zapata. Lunch is included will be at one of the best restaurants in Cusco.
Overnight: Belmond Monasterio Hotel, Cusco.
Day 5 - November 16, 2016, Wednesday
 Morning Transfer to Poroy station from where you will travel to Machu Picchu on board the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train, where a late morning arrival gives you time to begin your explorations of this breathtaking Incan citadel. Brunch will be served on board. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes train station, a 25 minutes shuttle will bring you to the ruins of Machu Picchu. Afternoon visit this unique Inca citadel and its surrounding complexes (private guided tour). Accompanied by your guide, explore the city's ruins, and feel its pulse as you visualize the lives of the priests, craftsmen, and servants who inhabited this seemingly uninhabitable citadel. Excavations at the site have revealed skeletons, artifacts and woolen clothing, but no gold. The same precision of assembled stones exists here as in other Incan sites. Overlooking the raging Urubamba River and discovered in a hidden tangle of vines and trees atop the mountain, the city of Machu Picchu will forever hold its secret of its destruction – the Incas left no written record.
Overnight: Belmond Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, Machu Picchu.
Day 6 - November 17, 2016, Thursday
 This morning you may rise early to enjoy a walk through Machu Picchu at sunrise, something which people of strong spirituality believe to be the highlight of a visit to Machu Picchu. Today you will have the opportunity to take one of two hikes: The first possibility is to the Inti Punku, or famous Sun Gate, which is the entry point to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail and offers excellent views of the ruins. The second is the chance to hike up the Huayna Picchu – the highest mountain which is actually part of the ruins, from where you are afforded excellent views of the surrounding area, as well as a unique view of the famous 'lost city'. Or just relax and continue exploring this magnificent citadel. Afternoon return by Vistadome train to Ollanta station, and transfer to your hotel in the Sacred Valley.
Overnight:Belmond Rio Sagrado Hotel, Urubamba.
Day 7 - November 18, 2016, Friday
 Visit Chinchero town , a small Andean Indian village?located high up on the windswept plains of Anta at 3762m above sea level, about 30km from Cusco. There are?beautiful views overlooking the Sacred Valley of the Incas, with the Cordillera Vilcabamba and the snow-capped peak?of Salkantay dominating the western horizon. Afternoon visit Ollantaytambo the site of one of the great Inca fortresses and sacred areas in the Urubamba Valley. The town is one of the oldest? continuously occupied settlements in the Americas, and the? sixteen massive terraces spread before you are a testimony to the magnificent Inca masonry. Climb the steep stone steps up to the imposing fortress at the top of the mountain. From here the view down the valley is superb and you can admire the huge monoliths that form the Temple of the Sun.
Overnight: Belmond Rio Sagrado Hotel, Urubamba.
Day 8 - November 19, 2016, Saturday
 Morning transfer to Cusco airport for your flight to Lima. On the way to Cusco we will stop at the town of Pisac, renowned for its colorful market where the local Indians meet to sell their merchandise as they have done for centuries. The handicraft market is open every day and is famous for its ceramic beads made into necklaces, earrings and other Peruvian artifacts. On arrival in Lima, you will be met by our tour guide who will escort you to a local restaurant where we will have the farewell dinner. Evening transfer to airport for your international departure flight.
Lima - Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel (2 nights)
 Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel Lima. Belmond Miraflores Park features an outdoor pool, with panoramic ocean views, a spa and luxurious accommodation with marble bathrooms. It is situated in the Miraflores district of Lima, 100 metres from Beach Circuit Avenue..
Rooms at Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel offer either panoramic ocean or city views. They have a seating area with cable TV, free WiFi and a minibar. Some rooms come with a private sauna and even a Roman bathtub.
All guests are welcomed with fresh fruit.
 Wellness facilities include several massage treatments. Guests can enjoy the sun at the terrace by the heated pool, or work out in Belmond Miraflores Park's gym. City excursions can be arranged through the tour desk.
On the 11th floor, a sumptuous breakfast buffet is served while gazing out over the ocean and Lima city, as well as candlelit dinners, prepared with Peruvian products. Pisco Sour cocktails can be ordered at Belo Bar. Some guests will have access to the Executive Lounge which is located on the 10th floor. The lounge offers breakfast, tea, snacks, taps, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages during the evening.
Cusco -Belmond Monasterio Hotel, Cusco (2 nights)
Stay in the heart of Cusco! This former monastery dated from 1592, offers luxurious colonial-style accommodation, set around a courtyard. It is situated in the Cusco´s lively historical centre and 2 blocks from Plaza Armas Square.
Religious art cover the walls of Belomond Hotel Monasterio. Rooms are equipped with cable TV, free WiFi, and an iPod docking station. Oxygen enriched rooms are also available. All guests are welcomed with fresh fruit and coca tea.  Dining options at Monasterio include Tupay and Illariy Restaurants where Andine cuisine and breakfast are served. Fine wines are ordered in the lobby bar and room service is available.
Leisure activities include horse riding, mountain biking and treks to the magnificent Machu Picchu. After all the effort, massage treatments can be enjoyed.
Machu Picchu - Belmond Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge, (1 night)
 Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu.
This luxurious hotel with landscaped ponds and direct views of the Huayna Picchu Mountain offers free Wi-Fi and rooms with iPod docking stations. Aromatherapy massages and trips to Machu Picchu citadel are available.
Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge has elegantly decorated rooms with cable TV and work desks in a palette of tans and earth tones. Some rooms have private patios and mountain views. Private bathrooms include bathrobes and amenities.
 At the Lodge, guests can dine á la carte at Tampu Restaurant, with large sliding windows and panoramic views of the lush jungle. Tinkuy Restaurant offers Andean flavours and has rustic stone interiors and a fireplace. Trips to the famous Aguas Calientes thermal baths can be arranged.
Urubamba - Belmond Rio Sagrado Hotel, (2 nights)
 Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado Sacred Valley.
This hotel in the Sacred Valley of the Incas is idyllically set among green fields, mountains and the Urubamba River. It features luxury rooms with river views and several amenities.
The 5-star Hotel Rio Sagrado is built in natural materials, resembling an Aldean village. Its stylish accommodation combines regional and European influences. It offers heated wooden floors, a scenic terrace and a Swiss shower facing the river.
 At Spa Mayu Wilka, guests can treat themselves to massages with local herbs. For additional relaxation, there is an indoor pool, a sauna, and a hydromassage tub.
Activities organized by Hotel Rio Sagrado range from horse riding and cycling to rafting and fishing. Cultural programs and cooking classes are available too.
The beautiful El Huerto Restaurant & Bar offers gourmet Peruvian dishes made with organic ingredients. Guests can also sit in the garden while having a drink by the river.
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