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h6> Peru Panorama - Lares I really enjoyed the tour as I felt it offered a good cross range of different parts of Peru and let us really see what Peru was like through modes of local transportation. My overall impression was that the tour was well organized and that it was a good mix of cultural experience with trekking. Belinda Chin United States View this trip: PPL What type of food will we get on the Inca Trail How much should I tip the guides and porters What are the requirements to hike the Inca Trail Other FAQ's: General Lares Trek Galapagos Antarctica Booking Related Kilimanjaro Trek How long is the Inca trail and how many hours do we hike per day Return To List Is it possible to skip the Inca Trail even if the tour includes it Yes! If you do not wish to hike the Inca Trail please advise us at the time of booking (it is very difficult to make these arrangements once you have already confirmed). If you choose not to hike the trail you will spend two nights in Cuzco and then take the train to the town of Aguas Calientes for the third night. At sunrise you will rejoin your group at Machu Picchu. You may also choose to book a trip that includes the slightly higher and scenic Lares' Trail. This popular 3-day and 2 night trek, ends in Aguas Calientes, where you will spend the night and catch the early buss to Machu Picchu. Return To List Do porters carry our luggage while on the Inca Trail Yes! In Cuzco you will be provided with a large stuff sac in which you can place up to 7kg of personal items. Our porters will carry these bags, along with your tent and sleeping bag while you hike the Inca Trail. (please note they will be weighed before we leave Cuzco). Items not required while on the trail can be stored safely at our hotel in Cuzco. All you will be required to carry is a daypack containing items you will need during the day (Water, camera, sunscreen, rain poncho, etc..). Return To List Is purified water available on the trail Bottled water can be purchased on day 1 and on the evening of day 3 of the Inca Trail however we discourage trekkers from purchasing bottles as it increases the amount of garbage that must be packed out. Boiled water will be provided in the morning at breakfast, at lunch and every evening after dinner so that you can refill your water bottle(s) Return To List What type of food will we get on the Inca Trail Our cooks prepare excellent high-energy meals appropriate for a trek of this nature. The menu usually includes pasta, rice, chicken, fresh fruit and vegetables and a variety of oatmeal, eggs and other breakfast foods. Vegetarian alternatives are available upon request at the time of booking. Return To List How much should I tip the guides and porters Tipping is at your discretion but always appreciated. A good rule of thumb is anywhere from $2-10 dollars per day for the porters. Return To List What are the requirements to hike the Inca Trail To hike the Inca Trail with GAP Adventures you must be over the age of 12, with moderate level of fitness, and hold a passport that is valid for up to 6 months after you return to your home country. At time of booking it is essential that we have the current passport number and expiry date of the passport that you will be traveling with. You will not be permitted on the Inca Trail if the passport details do not match what is on your permit when it was issued. Bookings should also be made at least 3-4 months in advance to ensure a permit can be obtained. A limited amount of permits are available each day for hikers in an effort to preserve the trail. Please see the Inca Trail Advisory for more information at http://www.gapadventures.com/inca-advisory.php Before You Go - G.A.P Adventures Before You Go What You Should Know Before You Go: At G.A.P Adventures we emphasize value and responsibility over luxury or budget. We offer a wide variety of adventures around the globe with significant differences in physical demand, and relative comfort, but we never compromise on the authenticity of your adventure. Included in the Price Not Included in the Price Group size staff Food Sightseeing Domestic or Internal Flights Airport Transfers Pre and Post Tour Accommodation Prices, Local Payment Single Supplement Inherent Dangers Health and Fitness Age Itineraries Baggage Camping Group Activities Insurance Spending Money Included in the price: While each trip is different and every trip has its own set of inclusions, some things are included in the price of every trip:

• All accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
• All ground transportation as listed in the itinerary.
• Meals as listed in the itinerary.

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• International flights
• Visa and passport fees
• Departure taxes and excess baggage fees
• Meals other than those specified
• Insurance of any kind
• vaccinations
• Optional sightseeing and excursions
• Items of a personal nature (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
• Tips

[Return to List] Group size staff: While all of our adventures are designed for small groups, the maximum number of participants may vary depending on the trip. Most of our adventures are guided and will include the services of a tour leader and/or local guides. Each trip description indicates the maximum number of trip participants and the staff for that trip. [Return to List] Food: Food inclusions vary widely from one adventure to another. On some trips virtually every meal is included, while on others none are. Most fall somewhere in between. On some there is a food kitty from which groceries will be purchased to cover most meals, on others there is a local payment to cover meals, while on others you will pay as you go. Check the trip description for details. [Return to List] Sightseeing: Every trip includes sightseeing of one type or another. Some trips include guided sightseeing excursions and most trips offer optional excursions at an additional price. Consult the trip description for the inclusions on each trip. [Return to List] Domestic or Internal Flights: Many adventures cover long distances between destinations with internal or domestic flights. On some trips the flight is not included and that is clearly stated in the comprehensive itinerary. Check the trip description for details. [Return to List] Airport Transfers: Most trips do not include arrival and departure airport transfers. When it is included it will be specifically mentioned in the trip description. This is because in most areas it is much less expensive for you to arrange a local taxi than for us to orchestrate an organized transfer. Contact us for more information or click the "Hotels, Transfers City Breaks" link within a tour information page. Accommodation for the night before and after your tour is usually available at additional expense. Contact us for more information or click the "Hotels, Transfers City Breaks" link within a tour information page. [Return to List] Prices, Local Payment Single Supplement: Prices are as indicated and are for land content from the joining point hotel. All prices are per person based on twin share accommodation whether in hotels, tents, boats or otherwise. On most trips solo travellers will be matched up with another traveller of the same sex. In some cases multi-share accommodations will be necessary. When this is the case it will be clearly indicated in the trip description. Single supplements are necessary on a few trips and are available on a few others. Generally we are not able to ensure private accommodation. A local payment is required on many of the trips featured on this website. The amount of the local payment will vary by trip so please refer to the trip description for the specific local payment. Paying locally allows us to keep the cost of our tours competitive and pass the savings on to you. The applicable local payment is to be made in the specified currency upon arrival. [Return to List] Inherent Dangers: It is important that you understand that G.A.P Adventures operates adventure tours where the accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, medical facilities and other factors may not be of the standard that you are accustomed to at home, or would find on a conventional holiday. By booking with G.A.P Adventures you are accepting these conditions. [Return to List] Health and Fitness: While many of our trips are not physically demanding, you should still be in excellent health to travel with G.A.P Adventures. You should read the specific trip description carefully as some include walking, cycling, canoeing, kayaking, etc. which may be arduous. If you have any doubts please contact us for more information. These adventures are not for everyone. If you have any physical or mental disability that may limit your ability to fully participate, please consult G.A.P Adventures We may require a medical certificate prior to booking your trip. Adults of all ages and older children are welcome on most G.A.P Adventures tours. For older travelers we stress that adventure travel is inherently more rigorous than conventional vacations and can be physically demanding. You will be expected to carry your own bag and participate in group activities. All travelers 70 years of age and over are required to provide a medical form signed by a physician. We cannot accept bookings from unaccompanied minors. Itineraries can and do change during the course of the year due to a variety of reasons. We are not always able to advise you in advance of these changes. We ask for your understanding and patience in these cases. These are adventure trips and on most itineraries you will be carrying your own bag. Generally a single sturdy soft-sided bag or backpack will work best. Suitcases will not work well on most trips. On some trips there are actual baggage restrictions due to limited storage space, flight limitations, porters' carrying limits, etc. In general it is best to pack light! Where camping equipment is needed, all necessary communal equipment including tents and all cooking and eating utensils will be provided. Sleeping bags and mats are not always provided. [Return to List] Group Activities: Most of the adventures on this website are based on group activities. As such, all activities included in the price are based on being part of the group. If by choice or necessity you leave the group, we will generally not be able to supply alternative services, and you should not expect us to do so. Travel insurance is mandatory on all G.A.P Adventures. [Return to List] Spending Money: You need to bring enough money to cover meals not included in the price; drinks, tips, incidentals, optional activities and excursions, souvenirs, and occasionally other fees as indicated in the trip description. Contact G.A.P Adventures for more specific information but remember: spending opportunities vary as widely as spending habits, so budget accordingly. If you're unable to find the answer to your question in our F.A.Q please do not hesitate to Contact Us. Can I use a travel agent What does "Holding an Option" mean How do I "Hold an Option" How do I confirm after "Holding an Option" Can I book and confirm without holding an option Is availability guaranteed when I book online Are your tours guaranteed to run Do I need insurance How do you send out travel documentation Why can't extra services be added to a file within 10 days of departure Can I pay in full right away Can I cancel my booking if I decide I cannot make it Will you let me know if my tour is guaranteed sooner than the 60-day mark Can my documents be mailed out to me Other FAQ's: General Inca Trail Lares Trek Galapagos Antarctica Kilimanjaro Trek Can I use a travel agent If you have a preferred travel agent, or if you heard about us through an agent, we strongly encourage you to book your adventure through them. Please have your agent give us a call. Return To List What does "Holding an Option" mean It means reserving space without payment for up to 48 hours. Holding an option gives you time to research flights, gather passport information, confirm arrangements with travel partners, etc.. An option will expire and your space will be released unless you confirm within 48 hours. Holding an option isn't necessary if you know you want to book and are ready to make payment. Return To List How do I "Hold an Option" There are two ways to hold an option: online or by phone (1-800-708-7761). Our secure online booking form allows you to "Hold an Option" or "Confirm my Booking". Payment is not required when holding an option however we do require your credit card details when booking online. Your credit card will not be charged unless you confirm your option. After holding an option you will be provided with a Booking Reference Number and instructions on how to confirm. Options that are not confirmed within 48 hours will expire and your space will be released. Return To List How do I confirm after "Holding an Option" You can confirm your space by email (travel@gap.ca) or by phone (1-800-708-7761). Please be sure to have the following details at hand: Payment is by credit card. If your tour departs within 60 days full payment is required, otherwise a deposit of $250 per person will confirm your booking. If you are booking an expedition cruise aboard the Explorer full payment is required if your tour departs within 90 days, otherwise a deposit of $500 per person will confirm your booking. Initial documents will be emailed to you within 48 hours of confirming your booking. Return To List Is availability guaranteed when I book online The availability listed on our website is updated every minute however on some tours we must confirm arrangements with our people on the ground, a process which usually takes no more than 24 hours. When you book online you will receive a follow-up email confirming your arrangements or a timeframe for when they will be confirmed. We strongly recommend that you do not make any other non-refundable travel arrangements until you receive confirmation that your space has been held. Return To List Are your tours guaranteed to run Yes - some G.A.P Adventures tours have guaranteed departures. Just look for any trip with a "G" beside the dates in the price box. This is our guarantee that your departure will be operating as scheduled once you have booked*. That means once you choose your departure date, you can confidently book flights and make all the necessary travel arrangements with the peace of mind that the departure time won't change. The fact is, most of our trips operate as scheduled but some may not become guaranteed until much closer to the departure date. We recognize that some of our travellers feel more comfortable finalizing their travel plans much farther ahead. So look for the trips with the adjacent "G", book your tour, book your flights and book your insurance; then tell your boss that you are leaving and there is no turning back.

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* A trip with a "G" beside it denotes that the trip is guaranteed to operate once you book your space, barring unusual circumstances beyond the company's control or for reasons of force majeure. Return To List Do I need insurance All of our tours require that you have medical travel insurance which includes at least USD$75, 000 worth of emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage. On Day 1 your tour leader / G.A.P representative will ask you for proof of coverage. If you do not already have coverage please give us a call and we can arrange this for you. Cancellation insurance is recommended but not mandatory. Return To List How do you send out travel documentation All documentation is sent electronically by email. Shortly after we receive your payment we will send you your initial documents. Final documentation will be sent by email no later than two weeks prior to the departure. Return To List Why can't extra services be added to a file within 10 days of departure As our adventures are often "off the beaten track" it is next to impossible to contact our tour leaders and have them arrange these services in such a short time frame. We highly recommend adding services to your booking at least 30 days prior to your departure date as amendment fees can apply between 30 - 10 days. Return To List Can I pay in full right away You sure can. Please let your GAP Adventures specialist know at time of booking or indicate this when making your online booking. Return To List Can I cancel my booking if I decide I cannot make it When your deposit is made, and we confirm your booking, it is non-refundable. If you cancel your booking within 60 days of departure, the penalty is 50% loss, and if you cancel within 30 days, it is 100%. Because of this, we highly recommend taking out an All-Inclusive Insurance policy, so you know your investment is secure! For further information regarding our terms and conditions, please see: http://www.gapadventures.com/docs/termsAndConditions/USD_CDN_T C.pdf http://www.gapadventures.com/docs/termsAndConditions/GBP_EUR_T C.pdf http://www.gapadventures.com/docs/termsAndConditions/AUD_NZD_T C.pdf Return To List Will you let me know if my tour is guaranteed sooner than the 60-day mark Yes, an email will automatically be sent to you advising to go ahead and book your international airfare as your tour is now guaranteed to depart. Return To List Can my documents be mailed out to me As a sustainable company we try to limit the amount of paper that we consume, therefore, all documents are electronically sent directly to your email account. Please consult a GAP Adventures specialist if this is not possible. Return To List Order our 2008 Brochure today! Download or order our brochures! Burma Advisory Support relief efforts in Burma Tibet Advisory Adventure Tours Affected in Tibet Trip Reviews China Express Excellent. This was my first time using GAP Adventures and it was exactly what I was hoping for--a way to explore a substantial part of a country without feeling like we were just getting on and off the same bus---local experiences and flexibility of the trip were great. Andrea Venantius Canada View this trip: ACCR OUR PRIVACY POLICY Altun Group Ltd and its related parties are committed to protecting your Personal Information that you share with us. We want you to understand our Privacy Policy and what it means to you, our customer. Please take a moment to review our Privacy Policies and Frequently Asked Questions section of this page. By using our website or the services offered by us, you are consenting to our use of such personal information as you provide to us as described herein. If you do not consent to our use of your information, please do not use our services. Any questions you have about our Privacy Policy, or the information contained herein can be directed to our Privacy Officer at: privacyofficer@altun.ca This Privacy Policy applies to Altun Group Ltd., and its related parties:

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