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Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu River Cruise

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  • 19 March 2025
  • 16 Nights
  • From 12,999 Per Person
  • Ship: Aria Amazon
Experience the very best of Peru over 16 days of wonder and amazement on the Amazon and Machu Picchu river cruise.

We will travel from Lima onboard the Aria Amazon, a five-star ship designed for your Peruvian adventure.  From Lima the “City of Kings” to the legendary Machu Picchu,  exploring the marvels of Peru and the  Amazon Rainforest.

During this unforgettable trip we will cruise the Amazon River, observing the diverse flora and fauna in the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, searching for the incredible wildlife along the Ucayali, Marañón or Yarapa River as well as admiring  the giant water lilies growing in the river Basin. Some of the beautiful animals we will see are: the Taricaya turtles, or if we are lucky, we may spot some pink river dolphins in the Marañón River.

We will discover the beauty of the heartland of the Inca Empire, known as the Sacred Valley and of course,  the remarkable Machu Picchu, a truly  must-see archaeological site in the world.

Talk to the JWT Cruises experts to book your place on our 5-star luxury Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu River Cruise.

Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu River Cruise

Experience the very best of Peru over 16 days of wonder and amazement on the Amazon and Machu Picchu river cruise.

We will travel from Lima onboard the Aria Amazon, a five-star ship designed for your Peruvian adventure.  From Lima the “City of Kings” to the legendary Machu Picchu,  exploring the marvels of Peru and the  Amazon Rainforest.

During this unforgettable trip we will cruise the Amazon River, observing the diverse flora and fauna in the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, searching for the incredible wildlife along the Ucayali, Marañón or Yarapa River as well as admiring  the giant water lilies growing in the river Basin. Some of the beautiful animals we will see are: the Taricaya turtles, or if we are lucky, we may spot some pink river dolphins in the Marañón River.

We will discover the beauty of the heartland of the Inca Empire, known as the Sacred Valley and of course,  the remarkable Machu Picchu, a truly  must-see archaeological site in the world.

Talk to the JWT Cruises experts to book your place on our 5-star luxury Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu River Cruise.

Itinerary

Peruvian Amazon & Machu Picchu River Cruise Itinerary

DAY 1 – LIMA

DAY 2 – LIMA

DAY 3 – LIMA, FLY TO IQUITOS (NAUTA), EMBARK

DAY 4 – UCAYALI RIVER, CLAVERO LAKE, YARAPA RIVER

DAY 5 – AMAZON RIVER, TAHUAYO RIVER, SAN PEDRO FOREST

DAY 6 – NAUTA

DAY 7 – MARAÑÓN RIVER, YANAYACU-PUCATE RIVER, AMAZON RIVER

DAY 8 – SAMIRIA RIVER, UCAYALI RIVER

DAY 9 – PUERTO PRADO FOREST, AMAZON RIVER

DAY 10 – NAUTA (IQUITOS), DISEMBARK, FLY TO CUSCO, URUBAMBA (THE SACRED VALLEY)

DAY 11 – URUBAMBA (THE SACRED VALLEY)

DAY 12 – URUBAMBA, OLLANTAYTAMBO, AGUAS CALIENTES (MACHU PICCHU)

DAY 13 – AGUAS CALIENTES (MACHU PICCHU), CUSCO

DAY 14 – CUSCO

DAY 15 – CUSCO, FLY TO LIMA

DAY 16 – LIMA

Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.

Also note: Due to cultural differences and other factors, the beverage policy for Peru programs differ from our European programs. Please see Uniworld Terms and Conditions for more details.

DINING

  • Meals onboard prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • Five-star cuisine with menu by top chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino
  • 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 10 dinners
  • Complimentary house wine and beer, spirits, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served on the Aria Amazon, between 6am and 11pm throughout the cruise. Onboard lunches and dinner include complimentary house wine and beer, soft drinks, coffee and tea. Onshore lunches and dinners include complimentary soft drinks, coffee and tea

EXCURSIONS

  • 13 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts and naturalist guides

ACCOMMODATIONS

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the luxurious Aria Amazon
  • Lavishly appointed riverview suites with floor-to-ceiling windows
  • 2 nights in Lima at the Country Club Lima Hotel (or similar)
  • 2 nights in Urubamba at the Tambo del Inka hotel (or similar)
  • 1 night in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu) at The Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel (or similar)
  • 2 nights in Cusco at the Palacio del Inka hotel (or similar)
  • 1 night in Lima at the Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport hotel at the Lima International Airport (or similar)

EXPERIENCES

  • 1 country: Peru
  • 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Cultural enrichment
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Flights included between Lima & Iquitos, Iquitos & Cusco, and Cusco & Lima
  • Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager, local experts, drivers) are included both during the cruise/tour as well as on any pre- or post-cruise land extensions
  • All fares are per guest in euro based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted.
  • Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice
  • Availability of all stateroom categories cannot be guaranteed
  • Single Supplement applies for single accommodation
  • Itineraries and vessels may change, and substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water level fluctuations and other uncontrollable factors
  • The order of sightseeing and docking ports are subject to change according to port authority assignments
  • Subject to availability
  • T&C’s apply

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