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Machu Picchu, Nazca & Colca Canyon

Peru in 15 Days, 13 Nights in Destination

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A complete tour of incredible Peru, from the colonial-era architecture of Arequipa to the condors of the Colca Canyon, the Nazca Lines, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu and much more!

Trip Highlights

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    Colca Canyon
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    Cuzco
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    Lake Titicaca
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    Lima
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    Machu Picchu
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    Nazca

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Some meals

Availability

  1. Departures available until April 2026

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $680

  4. Add up to 3 nights to your stay

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  3. luxury from + $800

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Itinerary

Discover the ancient Inca civilisation with this ultimate tour of Peru. From the mysterious Nazca Lines and volcanic Arequipa to the gastronomic capital of Lima. Head up to Puno, home to Lake Titicaca and enjoy the breath-taking views. Visit Cuzco, the ancient Inca capital and uncover the secrets of the mysterious Sacred Valley. Finally, explore iconic Machu Picchu, a true Wonder of the World. 

1st Day: Canada - Lima

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Arrival at your Canadian departure airport ready to check in for a flight to Lima. Arrive, transfer to the hotel, and depending on the time, spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure. Overnight stay in Lima.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Larco Miraflores or similar
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3373 Reviews

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2nd Day: Lima

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent. Start by exploring the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before heading to the older parts of the city. Visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo and walk to the Plaza de Armas to admire the exquisite colonial architecture that surrounds it. Finally, stop in the Parque del Amor, where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the Peruvian coastline. Overnight stay in Lima.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Larco Miraflores or similar
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3373 Reviews

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Activities

included
City Tour of Colonial and Modern Lima

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3rd Day: Lima - Paracas

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, transfer to the bus station and enjoy a scenic journey heading south along the coast to Paracas. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and get out and explore this small port town which boasts beautiful beaches and fascinating wildlife. Overnight stay in Paracas.

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Aranwa Paracas Resort & S... or similar
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4th Day: Paracas - Nazca

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Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, take a boat to the Ballestas Islands, where you can see thousands of birds, sea lions and seals in their natural environment.  From Humboldt penguins and South American sea lions to a multitude of marine birds, be in awe of the beauty of these tranquil islands. The famous Candelabra design, a figure of the Nazca culture engraved in the desert, can also be seen from the boat. In the afternoon, transfer to the bus station for a bus to Nazca. Arrive in Nazca, famous for its mysterious Nazca lines, although the city is named after the civilisation that flourished here between 100 BC and 800 AD. This region also has a strong heritage of viticulture, although today, this is one of the dryest places on earth with only 4 millimetres of rain, on average, a year. Overnight stay in Nazca.

Accommodation

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Casa Andina Standard Nazc... or similar
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included
Ballestas Islands

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5th Day: Nazca - Arequipa

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have the unmissable opportunity of taking an optional flight over the Nazca lines.* In the afternoon, transfer to the bus station to catch a regular night bus to Arequipa, one of the most important economic and industrial centres in Peru. Arequipa's city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to various religious monuments and historic buildings such as the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa. The city sits at the foot of the Misti volcano which provides a beautiful skyline backdrop. Overnight transfer. 

* Optional Nazca Lines Flight: Experience the mystery of the Nazca lines from the sky, with a flight over the ancient lines, some measuring 30 metres in width, which depict strange images, shrouded in conspiracy and speculation. See the Astronaut, the Monkey and the Condor, among other depictions and decide for yourself the meaning of these ancient messages to the Gods. Minimum 3 pax. $220 approx per person to be paid at the destination.

Please note: the transfer to Arequipa is through the night and you will arrive at the destination the following morning.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Night Bus Nazca - Arequip... or similar
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Activities

Optional
Nazca Lines Overflight
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6th Day: Arequipa

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you have the opportunity to take an optional city tour of Arequipa.* Alternatively, spend the day at your leisure, exploring this historic city. Overnight stay in Arequipa. 

Optional City Tour of Arequipa: Visit the sights of Arequipa such as the Plaza de Armas, the Monastery of St Catherine and the Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa. The Monastery of St Catherine is the most important and impressive religious construction in Peru. Next, head to the beautiful Barrio del Solar to visit the Church of La Compañía de Jesús, a temple that constitutes the oldest and most important testimony of religious architecture made with ashlar volcanic stone. 

 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Casona Plaza AQP or similar
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281 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Half-Day City Tour of Arequipa

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7th Day: Arequipa - Chivay

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, travel to the Colca Valley, an ancient area that boasts sweeping valleys and is home to famous giant Andean Condor. On the way, pass through the town of Yura, the spectacular landscapes National Reserve of Aguada Blanca and stop in Patapampa. Pass through Chivay before arriving in Colca. Enjoy the facilities of your hotel and dinner. Overnight stay in Colca.

 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Casa Andina Standard Colc... or similar
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1571 Reviews

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Activities

included
Journey from Arequipa to Colca

Light

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8th Day: Chivay - Puno

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Breakfast at the hotel. Set off early this morning, headed for the quaint village of Yanque, home to a historic church and considered the most beautiful village in the Colca Valley. Next, take in the views as your drive towards Cruz del Condor, one of the best places in South America to view the giant Andean Condor! Arrive at the viewpoint and take some time to appreciate the incredible natural landscapes as you watch the legendary flight of the Condor, an unforgettable experience! After an action-packed morning, return to Chivay, stopping at the Huayra Punko viewpoint and the town of Maca along the way. Back in Chivay, enjoy some time at your leisure before departing towards Puno, a journey of approximately 6-hours. Make a rest stop along the way in Patahuasi and stop to observe the birdlife and landscapes in Lagunillas. After another short stop in Santa Lucia, you finally arrive in Puno, home of legendary Lake Titicaca and famed for its rich cultural heritage! Get settled at the hotel and enjoy the evening to relax at your leisure. Overnight stay in Puno.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Casona Plaza Puno or similar
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595 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-Day Journey from Colca to Puno

Light

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9th Day: Puno

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Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day relaxing at your leisure, enjoying the views of Lake Titicaca or simply enjoying the facilities of your hotel. We recommend an optional excursion to Taquile & Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca.* Overnight stay in Puno.

* Optional Excursion to Taquile & Uros island: Depart by boat to Taquile island, which dates back to pre-Inca times. The Islanders are famous for their beautiful clothing, their incredible knits, and textile industry. Next, visit the community of Huayllano, on the same island, where the locals show their traditional crafts and agriculture.Enjoy a traditional lunch. Afterwards, visit the island of Uros situated in the middle of the national reserve of Lake Titicaca. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Casona Plaza Puno or similar
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595 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Lake Titicaca: Uros & Taquile Islands

Moderate

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10th Day: Puno - Cuzco

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Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Puno station to take a bus to Cuzco. Leave the station and start your journey on the bus to Puno and enjoy the marvellous landscapes of the South Valley of Cuzco. Visit Andahuaylas, a beautiful 17th-century church, featuring an impressive organ decorated with angels and cherubs. Continue on the road and visit the ruins of Racqui, also known as the ´Temple of the God Wiracocha. After lunch, discover La Raya, the highest point on the highway between Cuzco and Puno for amazing views of the landscape. Arrive in Cuzco and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Cuzco. 

 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agustos Cuzco or similar
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333 Reviews

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Activities

included
Bus Journey from Puno to Cuzco

Light

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11th Day: Cuzco

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a fascinating half-day tour of Cuzco. Begin in the iconic Plaza de Armas, and visit the Cathedral. From here, walk to the Koricancha Temple, an impressive ancient Inca palace, in honour of the Sun God. Today, a Dominican church stands on the site. Finally, visit the lively San Blas neighbourhood, known for its artists, shops and artisan workshops. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, soaking up the atmosphere of the city and sampling the local cuisine. Overnight stay in Cuzco.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agustos Cuzco or similar
tripadvisor rating

333 Reviews

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Activities

included
Half-day Cuzco tour

Moderate

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12th Day: Cuzco - Machu Picchu - Cuzco

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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, an exciting day awaits you in Machu Picchu, one of the 7 wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transfer to the village of Ollantaytambo to travel by train to Aguas Calientes* (Machu Picchu village) and enjoy the beautiful green mountain scenery along the way.

 

Once there, transfer by bus to the ancient Inca city of the Citadel for approximately a 2:30h visit which may take place in the morning or afternoon depending on availability. Enjoy the spectacular views of this Peruvian treasure built in the 15th century at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. 

 

Return by bus to Aguas Calientes and, depending on the return train schedule, you will have free time to explore the town at your own pace. Travel by train back to Ollantaytambo, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Cuzco.

 

*The reservation includes a standard category train (Expedition train or Voyager train). You have the option to add a supplement to travel on a higher category train (360º train or Vistadome train) in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agustos Cuzco or similar
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333 Reviews

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Activities

included
Machu Picchu Citadel Guided Tour

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Optional
Upgrade to a Panoramic Train
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13th Day: Cuzco

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Breakfast at the hotel. Set off towards Cuzco, with the opportunity to enjoy the optional Sacred Valley excursion along the way, to experience the best of the region.* Arrive in Cuzco and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the lively plazas at night. Overnight stay in Cuzco.

Optional Essence of the Sacred Valley Excursion: Visit Chinchero and the PARWA Centre, to appreciate the colourful traditional textiles. Next, visit the church of Chinchero before heading to the Racchi panoramic viewpoint for a fantastic view across the valley. Explore Ollantaytambo and its Inca fortress. Lunch and 'Boleto Turisitco' included granting entrance to the Sacred Valley and surrounding sights.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agustos Cuzco or similar
tripadvisor rating

333 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
The Essence of the Sacred Valley (with lunch and 'Boleto Turisitco')

Moderate

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14th Day: Cuzco - Night on board

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Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada. Night on board.

15th Day: Canada

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Arrive in Canada and end your trip. 

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Accommodation: 13 Nights

Included activities

Included

City Tour of Colonial and Modern Lima

Included activity for day 2 in Lima

Enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent.

Duration 03:30h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

Please note that the schedule may vary if you purchase other activities for the same day.

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Included

Ballestas Islands

Included activity for day 4 in Islas Ballestas

Excursion by boat to the Ballestas Islands, where you can see thousands of birds, sea lions and seals in their natural environment. The famous Candelabra design can also be seen from the boat.

Duration 01:30h Approx. Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

It is not allowed to travel with infants under 01 year

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Journey from Arequipa to Colca

Included activity for day 7

Take in the views from the Pampa Cañahuas Pass and stop at a local restaurant. Discover the wildlife-rich Pampas of Toccra, the high-altitude Pata Pampa Pass and see the 'Ring of Fire', a circle of 8 volcanoes, before descending into the Colca Valley.

Duration 05:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:45 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

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Full-Day Journey from Colca to Puno

Included activity for day 8

An unforgettable journey through the Colca Valley to the Cruz del Condor, home of the giant Andean Condor! Head to Huayra Punko viewpoint, visit the town of Maca and, later, continue to Puno, stopping at local villages, viewpoints and restaurants en route.

Duration 11:00h Approx. Pick up time: 06:30 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
Optional

Nazca Lines Overflight

Suggested activity for day 5

You will board the plane that will fly over the incredible Nazca Lines, located on the pampas of the same name. There, you can see the many geoglyphs. IMPORTANT: Airport Tax is not included – payment on site USD10.00 approx. per person.

Physical rating:

Light

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Optional

Half-Day City Tour of Arequipa

Suggested activity for day 6 in Arequipa

Discover the beauty of Arequipa where you will familiarize yourself with its top attractions, including spectacular views of the Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanoes and the picturesque Santa Catalina Monastery.

Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: 14:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

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Lake Titicaca: Uros & Taquile Islands

Suggested activity for day 9 in Lake Titicaca

Depart by boat to the famous floating Uros Islands where you will meet locals and learn about their daily lives before heading to Taquile Islands to discover the local textile industry and enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Duration 10:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Optional

Upgrade to a Panoramic Train

Suggested activity for day 12

Explore the landscape with panoramic windows to enjoy all the beauty. This upgrade can be either to the 360ª Train or to the Vistadome, depending on availability. Upgrade is only available until 55 days before departure.

Physical rating:

Light

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The price includes

  • Departures from main Canadian airports.
  • International flights: Canada - Lima, Cuzco - Canada.
  • Train Journey from Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes on board the Voyager/Expedition Train. *
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  • 12 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels and 1 night on a Night Bus.
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  • 13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner.
  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with English speaking guide.
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  • All air taxes & fuel surcharge.

Not included

Taxes*, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

*Tourist air tax is not included in the price and must be paid directly at the airport in your destination (Approximately USD 15 per person, subject to change)

* You can choose to upgrade to a different train for this journey in the next step of the booking process.

You will be able to carry 1 piece of luggage per person weighing a maximum of 5kg. on board the train.

To access the citadel of Machu Picchu, you can bring a personal bag that does not exceed 40x35x20cm. In case it exceeds the indicated measurements, you will be able to keep it during the visit for a price of approx. 2$ per bag. Please note that it is forbidden to enter with plastic bottles or bags.

It is the client's responsibility to provide accurate and detailed passport information up to 55 days before the trip to guarantee access to Machu Picchu.

Please note: There are luggage restrictions for the bus journeys between Lima - Paracas - Nasca - Arequipa. The buses used are operated by either Cruz de Sur or Oltursa and each has their own luggage restrictions as follows:

Cruz de Sur:
20 kg hold luggage and 6 kg hand luggage per person
If you are over the weight restrictions you will be charged approx. $1 per additional kilo.
Oltursa:
20 kg hold luggage and 5 kg hand luggage per person
If your luggage is over the weight restrictions you will be charged approx. $2 per additional kilo.

Any excess luggage will only be admitted when the capacity allows and with prior payment of the appropriate charges. The bus company is not responsible for any loss or damage to the luggage.

Please note: entrance to the Sacred Valley and any meals on the excursion on this day are not included.

We strongly recommend you consult your healthcare provider regarding the possible effects of altitude sickness.

  • Entry requirements

    Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Peru.

  • Visa

    No visa required.

  • Currency

    Peruvian Sol.

  • Language

    Spanish.

  • Electricity

    220V, 60 Hz.

  • Health

    Please consult your doctor regarding the vaccination against yellow fever and malaria prophylaxis. Travellers over 60 years must consult their doctor as the Yellow Fever vaccine can have serious side effects.

  • Time zone

    UTC - 05:00.

  • Tourist Office website

    https://www.peru.travel/en-ca/

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

Children: 2 -11 years.

If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

 

Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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