Central Andes Peru - Nevado Salkantay - Santa Teresa - Machu Picchu

Qinti One! is a carefully designed program which takes you from the central Andes of Chonta to the base of the wonderful snow-capped Salkantay mountain, through lush cloud-forest all the way to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. 

It is a combination of acclimatizing hikes, Andean wildlife, incredible landscape, leisure and community interaction. Our glamping sites  include beautiful tents with comfortable beds and bedding, private bathrooms and hot water showers,  high quality food and service. 

Qinti One! is designed as a slow paced hike which covers 10-15 km every day.   The more challenging hike across the Salkantay pass is assisted by mules and horses and given the high elevation we offer the possibility to ride on a horse to reach the highest part of the pass.  

• Full board on day 2-7, and L,D on day 1 and B,L on day 8 prepared by Qinti's trained Chef. Adjustments for dietary requirements will be made.  1 x Pachamanca lunch

• Car/Van Transport from Hotel in Cusco to Chonta, Chonta-Soraypampa, Challhuay to Santa Teresa 

• Train from Hidroelectrica to Aguas Calientes and Aguas Calientes to Poroy station

• Glamping: 2 x Chonta &  2 x Wayramachay includes proper beds, porch  furniture, hot water showers and flush toilets

• 1 x Comfortable camping in Soraypampa includes camp toilet, optional camp shower

• 1 x overnight in Hacienda San Roman in Santa Teresa

• English speaking guide or TC

• Oxygen tank and first aid kit at all times

• Water refill at all times

• Entrance tickets to Salkantay, Machu Picchu and Cocalmayo thermal water

• Mule supported hike where guest only carries personal day pack.

• Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu and back

• Taxes 

• 1 x hotel in Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu

• Alcoholic beverages

• Laundry service

These remote mountains reveal an authentic side of Peru, where visitors can look forward to exploring this off the beaten track area and venture into traditional Peru. Highlights include Chonta, located only three hours from Cusco with a panoramic view of the Vilcabamba mountainrange on one side and the Apurimac Canyon on the other.  Ayacucho with its captivating colonial churches and fascinating museums, local specialities, incredible views, adventurous local bus rides, the Wari ruins, the Río Mantaro valley, the fantastic high-quality handicrafts, and more.

Cusco- Condors of the Apurimac in Chonta

Depart from Cusco at  8 am. After leaving Cusco, the drive takes you trough small villages and finally winding up to an elevation of 3550 m  to the  Chonta village.  After check-in and  lunch we take a soft hike to the Condor view point located overlooking the amazing Apurimac canyon.   From here we can observe the majestic condors rise from the depth of the valley.   We enjoy the changing light in the never ending mountains in front of us. At 5 pm we hike back for an hour to our Camp where a sundowner and a cozy camp fire is waiting for us. After dinner we enjoy stargazing from the Campground. 

Overnight in Chonta: Qinti Glamping Experience

Overnight: Chonta Mirador de Cóndores

Chonta Mirador de Cóndores enjoys a prime location above the canyon of Apurimac. This lookout point is an excellent place for those to admire the Andean Condor, a large native bird, as it soars around in its natural habitat. Historically, the Incas considered the Andean Condor a sacred bird that brings a spiritual message. Visitors to the area will also spot eagles, hawks and hummingbirds, among others.

Dress in layers. Walking to the viewpoint in the middle of the day can be warm, but in the afternoon it gets windy. 

Condors are curious and often come up close to greet the visitors at the viewpoint. 

90 minute walk to the condor viewpoint.

Stargazing

We start the day  early enjoying the incredible sunrise around us. Breakfast is in the open with high quality Peruvian coffee, fresh fruit and orange juice, a choice of eggs and local bread and jellies.  After breakfast a local family will host you to visit their home and help harvest and prepare the potatoes and herbs for the Pachamanca lunch, that we will share with the community members. Pachamanca is a local way to prepare food. A large hole is filled with hot rocks and the potatoes, corn and meat. Everything is then covered up for 2 hours and slow cooked until tender. Sharing this experience with local community members is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about life in the Andes.  

After lunch we have the choice of a local hike to a small lake or relax by your porch and enjoy the wonderful light and puffy clouds that continuously form along the Vilcabamba mountain range in from of us. Sunset and sundowner by the campfire, followed by dinner. 

Overnight in Chonta: Qinti Glamping Experience

Interactions with the community sometimes lead to the most memorable moments. 

Community visit

Pachamanca

The highest peak in the Peruvian Andes’ Vilcabamba mountain range, Salkantay is famous for its proximity to Machu Picchu and its incredible alternative trekking route to the ancient site. To take the route known as the Salkantay Trek, hikers begin at Cusco and make their way through a snowy mountain pass before descending into lush jungle, and then arriving at the most sought after destination in South America. This alternative has many advantages, such as its significantly lower number of hikers, a quick and easy booking process (it is even possible to book on the day), and even arguably better scenery. The trail includes an option to pass the exquisite bright blue Humantay Lagoon, and the wonderful rock-sculpted thermal pools known by many as the best on the continent, with spectacular views of the mountains.

Morning departure from Chonta at 6 am  to reach Soraypampa (3980 M) towards noon. Non paved road for most of the way. Lunch at Soraypampa. After lunch a nice acclimatisation hike up to the turquoise blue Laguna Humantay at 4200 meters. Plenty of time to stop and admire the beautiful scenery, before reaching the camp back on the meadows of Soraypampa.

Overnight in Soraypampa 

Walk slow and steady to Lake Humantay. 

Overnight: Soraypampa   

Located in Cusco, Peru, Soraypampa, at an altitude of 3,900 meters, is the first rest stop en route to Machu Picchu. The camp features small huts with skylights, allowing guests to enjoy stargazing in comfort. With a short hike, guests can reach the Humantay Lake, which offers a profound sense of tranquillity and beautiful scenery.

• Van or car transfer from Chonta to Soraypampa

• Hiking poles for the hike

Nevado Salkantay

As previously described

Early start towards the pass. The path climbs steadily over meadows, before following along the immense glacial moraine up to the small and rock dotted plain of Suyroqocha at 4480 Meters. From here it is just a 1 km hike to the highest point, the Salkantay pass (4630m). Lunch and time to admire the scenery of the massive glaciers and the shining white ice towers of Mount Salkantay, at 6271 Meters the high est peak in the Vilcabamba mountain-range. Witnessing the grandeur of the scenery, the hard breathing uphill hike is fast forgotten. And anyway, from here, it’s easier to walk, the lungs breathe free as we descend trough a wild and high alpine valley till we reach our camp ground at Wayramachay (3850m).

Overnight at Wayramachay Camp 

Overnight: Salkantay Trail Day 2 Campsite 

On the edge of the jungle of Cusco, in the high mountains of the Southern Sierra, Santa Teresa is superbly situated on the bank of the Urubamba or Vilcanota River, northwest of the world-renowned Machu Picchu. The quaint small town in the province of La Convención offers various tourist services, such as lodgings, restaurants, bars, and camping sites, and an alternative route to the iconic archaeological ruin, the Inca trails, Choquequirao, and other tours in Cusco. Additionally, the natural terrain of Santa Teresa is perfect for outdoor adventures such as hiking, rafting, kayaking, and zip-lining. After hours of such rigorous activity, end the day with a soothing soak at the Santa Teresa hot springs, an inviting thermal complex perched at an altitude of 1600 metres above sea level. Immerse yourself in the pools surrounded by plunging green valleys while you contemplate the magnificent natural scenery.

After breakfast we start our hike down to the Santa Teresa valley. There is an amazing abrupt change from the high alpine meadows into the lushness of the cloud forest. There is an instant change in temperature, as we follow the Wamantay river downwards, either side age old cloud forests with moss laden trees, chirping birds and the song of the water. After about 3 hours we reach Challhuay (2800m), where our private transport awaits us. The road follows the beautiful Santa Teresa river valley to Lucmabamba. We stop at a coffee plantation for a coffee roasting demonstrating and tasting  and a lunch. After lunch we drive to Santa Teresa (1500m). Evening bath in the hot springs of Cocalmayo.  

Overnight in Hacienda San Roman Hotel. 

For the thermal bath of cocalmayo you want to take flip flops,  a bathing suit and a towel.  The thermal bath is a great way to recover from the hike.

Overnight: Santa Teresa Hidroelectrica  

The Santa Teresa Hidroelectrica is a hydro-electrical plant located in the Santa Teresa and Machu Picchu districts. From Santa Teresa to the plant, it is a pretty long uphill dirt road with cars passing by, so not a really pleasant walk and you should consider rather paying the taxi fare. There is also a train station at Santa Teresa Hidroelectrica from where you can take a minibus to Santa Teresa.

• Private transfer from Challhuay to Santa Teresa

• Entrance fee to the Thermal Bath of Cocalmayo

• Overnight in Hacienda San Roman Hotel in Santa Teresa

Located more than 6000 feet above sea level in Peru's mountain peaks, Machu Picchu is one of the world's most impressive archaeological sites. This legendary lofty city was abandoned by the Inca Empire, reclaimed by the jungle and lost to humanity until its rediscovery in 1911. Built by the Incas on the summit of "Machu Picchu" (Old Peak), in the middle of a tropical montane forest overlooking the canyon of the Urubamba, the 'Lost City of Machu Picchu' is a site of extraordinary beauty and enormous archaeological significance. The complex reflects the Inca Empire at its height, with giant walls, terraces and ramps that appear to have been cut naturally in the continuous rock escarpments. The phenomenal technological skills of the Incan engineers can be seen in multiple facets of the site: the exacting precision of the massive stone buildings, the water channels that reveal a deep understanding of hydraulics, and Intihuatana, a carved ritual stone known as the "hitching post of the Sun", which served as a solar calendar that regulated planting and harvesting.

Today we enjoy a relaxed morning, before driving to the Hidroelectrica train station. We take the 40 minute train ride through the lush cloudforest to Aguas Calientes where we check into the hotel of our choice (not included). Dinner on own

Be ready with the camera on the fun train ride through the cloudforest. 

Overnight: El Mapi ByInkaterra

Step into the smart, contemporary and cozy confines of El MaPi, amidst the hustle and bustle of Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes), where you can admire and interact with the quaint folksy town and glimpse a peculiar perspective. Discover an efficient, lively and people-friendly atmosphere; you are welcomed along with other global guests expecting an unfussy, down-to-earth break. Relax in a pleasant and wholesome ambience after your enlightening visit to Peru’s most distinguished destination, the Machu Picchu Archaeological site.

El MaPi offers cozy and serene accommodation in Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly Aguas Calientes), incorporating stylish, casual design with the essential comforts. With simple, functional concept in mind, our rooms have eco-friendly amenities, creating a healthier, restorative environment for you during your stay in Machu Picchu.

Alternate: Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu

Sanctuary Lodge, A Belmond Hotel, Machu Picchu is the only hotel located next to the mystifying Inca citadel. The hotel boasts 31 guest rooms and suites divided into Standard Rooms, Superior Terrace Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and One Bedroom Suites. The on-site restaurant serves indigenous delicacies, like creamy Oxapampa cheese, crisp palm heart and earthy Sacred Valley mushrooms, which are served up with South American flair.

Alternate: Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel of 5 stars is an intimate Andean village with terraced hills, waterfalls, stone pathways and 83 whitewashed adobe casitas tucked away in the cloud forest. The property has 12 acres of exquisite natural beauty, where 214 bird species – such as the golden-headed quetzal and the iconic Andean cock-of-the-rock – and the world’s largest native orchid collection (372 species) have been registered.

After exploring the Historic Sanctuary and in-house excursions, guests can enjoy the Unu Spa, which combines the classic nurturing with a mystical Andean approach. Natural products are derived from local botanical extracts (mint, eucalyptus and orchids), thus providing a pleasing spiritual, sensual and soothing experience. The first-class restaurant features stunning views of Vilcanota River, and shares the secrets of Peruvian cuisine with a contemporary twist.

• Transfer to Trainstation Hidroelectrica

• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes in company of a guide

• Hotel stay in Aguas Calientes /Machu Picchu

• Dinner

We rise early to take the shuttle up to Machu Picchu.  We enjoy a guided tour through the citadel of the Incas.  Early lunch at the Belmond Sanctuary Restaurant.  Shuttle back to the Aguas Calientes train station followed by the return train ride in the comfortable Peru rail Vistadome train.  Upon arrival to the Poroy train station a private transfer will drop you off at your hotel.

End of services. 

Community visit  and help prepare the Pachamanca

Pachamanca lunch

• Shuttle to Machu Picchu

• Entrance fee to Machu Picchu

• Guided tour of the Inca Citadel

• Trainticket in Vistadome or Expedition from Aguas Calientes to Cusco

• Private transfer to hotel in Cusco

Pick Up : Plaza de Armas Cusco

Drop Off : Chonta Mirador de Cóndores

Pick Up : Chonta Mirador de Cóndores

Drop Off : Soraypampa

Pick Up : Santa Teresa Hidroelectrica

Drop Off : El Mapi ByInkaterra

Pick Up : Poroy Train Station

Drop Off : Cusco Cathedral

Departure Platform : Aguas Calientes Train Station

Arrival Platform : Poroy Train Station

Qinti

Telephone : 961763936

Email Address : patricia@q-inti.com

Contact Person : Patricia Miranda

Qinti - Emergency Contact

Telephone : 51961763935

Peru is most famous for the sacred archaeological site of Machu Picchu – visited each year by scores of intrepid hikers who brave the Inca Trail’s arduous slopes to explore the age-old ruins. The country’s attractions extend far beyond the mystical allure of this legendary location and include palm-fringed beaches, quaint Andean villages and archaeological treasures that predate Machu Picchu by hundreds of years – all imbued with the nation’s rich melange of indigenous and colonial cultures. Equally enticing are the exotic reaches of Peru’s Amazon rainforest; Lima’s superb eateries, exquisite architecture and effervescent nightlife; the glittering, mountain-ringed waters of Lake Titicaca; and the vibrant city of Cusco, referred to by the Incas as ‘the centre of the world’.

Currency 

Local currency: Peruvian Sol 
Symbol: S/ 
ISO code: PEN 
Subunit: céntimo 
Banknotes: S/10, S/20, S/50, S/100, S/200 
Coins: céntimo, S/1, S/2, S/5 

Banking 

Card Transactions: Yes 
ATMs: Yes 
Mastercard: Yes 
Visa: Yes 
American Express: Yes 
Diner’s club: No 

Banking Hours: 
Weekdays: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Weekends: Closed 
Public Holidays: Yes 
Foreign exchange services: Yes 

Air: 

Main airlines: LATAM Airlines, Avianca 
International Airports: Jorge Chávez International Airport (Lima) 
Domestic Airports: Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (Cusco), Rodríguez Ballón International Airport (Arequipa), Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport (Trujillo) 

Road: 

Driving on the: Right 
Tar roads: Yes 
Gravel roads: Yes 
Valid International Driver's License needed: Yes 
Car hire available: Yes 
Taxis: Yes 
E-hailing services: Yes 

Bus: 

Inter-city bus services: Yes 
Local city bus networks: Yes 

Rail: 

Railway system: Limited 
Subway System: No 

Water: 

Ferries: Limited 
Water taxis: Yes 
Leisure cruises: Limited 

Q'inti meets or exceeds the travel industry’s latest global health and safety protocols.

Food and water safety: 

Can you drink the tap water: No 
Fresh fruit and veg: Yes 
Ice: Yes 
Meat: Yes 
Street food: Yes 

Local cuisine: 

Peruvian cuisine is diverse and flavourful, featuring influences from indigenous, Spanish, African, and Asian cuisines. Highlights include ceviche (marinated raw fish), lomosaltado (stir-fried beef), and causa (layered potato dish). Notable local drinks include Pisco Sour (cocktail), chicha morada (purple corn drink), and Inca Kola. 
Tipping: 10% 

Annual rainfall: Varies by region 
Average temperature: Varies by region 

Summer: 

Average highs: Varies by region 
Average lows: Varies by region 

 Winter: 

Average highs: Varies by region 
Average lows: Varies by region 

Best time to visit: 

The best time to visit Peru is during the dry season, from May to September, when the weather is generally sunny and dry, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the ancient ruins. 

Clothing and Dress Recommendations

Spring and Summer 

Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes 
Lightweight warm clothes: No 

Winter and Autumn 

Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Recommended 
Heavyweight clothing and boots: Yes 

General 

Umbrella and raincoat: Yes 
Warm gloves, hat and scarf: No 
Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes 
Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes 
Walking shoes: Yes 
Casual: Yes 
Smart-casual attire: Yes 

Internet cafes: Yes 
Accommodation options: Yes 
Restaurants: Yes 
Cafes: Yes 
Shopping malls: Yes 
Public parks: Yes 
Libraries: Yes 

Electricity and Plug Standards

Plug Type: Type A, Type B 
Voltage (V): 220V 
Frequency Hertz (Hz): 60Hz 

*Travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your appliances. 

Qinti ONE! includes hiking. Guests need to be able to walk on their own and arrive in Cusco 2 days prior to the start of the program. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

1.                  CONTRACTING PARTIES: These Terms and Conditions are legally binding between the traveler(s) and Q´INTI VIAJES SAC, herein after referred to its commercial name   Q’INTI.

2.                  ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS:  PLEASE NOTE: Acceptance of a quotation from Q’INTI constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions which take effect immediately.

3.                  ACCOMMODATION: All accommodation, room type(s) and specification are as shown in the itinerary. 

4.                  MEALS: Meals are as shown in the itinerary.

5.                  TRANSFERS: Transfers are provided on arrival and departure from airport to hotel and return only where specified in the itinerary.

6.                  ITINERARY: Accommodation and arranged sightseeing are subject to change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond Q’INTI ’s control. Every effort will be made to operate tours as planned, but alterations may occur after the final itinerary has been issued. Q’INTI also reserves the right to withdraw a tour or any part of it, to make such alterations to the itinerary or the tour inclusions as it deems necessary or desirable, and to pass on to tour members any expenditures or losses caused by delays or events beyond its control. In case of any appreciable variation in the tour price due to these circumstances, Q’INTI reserves the right to adjust the tour costs as necessary.

7.                  SPECIAL REQUESTS: Specific requests should be advised at the time of booking. Please note that every effort will be made to secure special requests, however; they cannot be guaranteed.

8.                  TRANSPORTATION:Transportation will be as specified in the itinerary. 

9.                  BAGGAGE: Q’INTI provides handling of baggage only as specified in the quotation. Weight restrictions for baggage on most routes on internal/domestic flights within Peru and Brazil may apply; details of which will be provided with pre-tour documentation. Baggage and personal effects are at the owner’s risk throughout the tour and Q’INTI assumes no liability for lost or damaged baggage. Baggage insurance is strongly advised. Please check with your international carrier for other baggage restrictions applicable to your international flight.

10.              TAXES AND GRATUITIES: Hotel taxes as imposed by city and state governments are included in Peru where specified in the itinerary. Some local taxes imposed by city and state government are not included in Brazil and must be paid by the client by the check-in or check-out time.  Gratuities for guides, drivers, porters, camp staff, ship crew and Tour Managers are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.

11.              PRICES & ARRANGEMENTS: The tour price includes planning, handling and operational charges and is quoted based on the current rates of exchange and tariffs. Entrance fees as part of scheduled sightseeing tours are also included in this price. This price is subject to revision in line with significant changes in foreign currency, tariff rates, taxes etc.

12.              EXCLUSIONS: The cost of obtaining passports, visas, inoculations, excess baggage charges, items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, fax charges and excess baggage charges unless expressly included in writing, are not included in the tour price. 

13.              PHOTOGRAPHY: Q’INTI reserves the right to take photographs during the operation of any program or part thereof and to use them for promotional purposes. By booking a program with Q’INTI, travelers agree to allow their images to be used in such photographs. Travellers who prefer that their images not be used are asked to identify themselves to Q’INTI prior to final payment and they will be exempted from this photography waiver clause.

14.              REGISTRATION: A non-refundable deposit of 20% is required at the time of booking. The remainder of the tour cost is payable 60 days prior to departure. If the reservation is made within 60 days of departure, the entire tour price must be paid at the time of confirmation. Important special deposits & prepayments: Belmond properties: For Fit’s: (1-4 rooms) Belmond Sanctuary Lodge: full payment is required with 91 days in advance. Cancellations made with 90 to less days in advance, full penalty will apply. For Parties: (5-7 rooms) Belmond Miraflores Park, Belmond Monasterio, and Belmond Palacio Nazarenas: 50% payment should be made with 60 days in advance. Full payment should be made with 30 days in advance. Cancellations made with 60 to 31 days in advance, will be subject to a cancellation charge of 50% of the total cost. Cancellations made with 30 to less days in advance, full penalty will apply.  Belmond Rio Sagrado, Belmond Las Casitas and Belmond Sanctuary Lodge: 50% payment should be made with 91 days in advance. Full payment should be made with 60 days in advance.Cancellations made with 90 to 61 days in advance, will be subject to a cancellation charge of 50% of the total cost. Cancellations made with 60 to less days in advance, full penalty will apply. Groups: In all hotels, 50% payment should be made with 120 days in advance. Full payment should be made with 90 days in advance. Cancellations made with 120 to 91 days in advance, will be subject to a cancellation charge of 50% of the total cost. Cancellations made with 90 to less days in advance, full penalty will apply. On Christmas and New Year Eve season (from Dec 26th to Jan 01st inclusive) in Monasterio, Palacio Nazarenas, Río Sagrado and Las Casitas, full payment is required with 60 days in advance. In Sanctuary Lodge, full payment is required will not apply cancellations. Payments during this season are non-refundable.                      Inkaterra properties: (Inkaterra Machu Picchu, Reserva Amazonica, Hacienda Urubamba or La Casona Cusco & El Mapi By Inkaterra, Hacienda Concepción) A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total cost for the reservation should be paid with 60 days previous arrival for FIT’S and Groups (from 5 to 24 rooms). Final non-refundable payment for FIT’S and Groups should be made with 45 days previous to arrival. Titilaka: For FIT’s, a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total cost is required with 90 days before arrival to confirm the reservation. Final non-refundable payment should be sent with 45 days in advance. For Groups, a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total cost is required with 90 days before arrival to confirm the reservation. Final non-refundable payment should be sent with 60 days in advance.                                                         Inca Trail trekking: (3 nights camping or One day hike) A non-refundable deposit of USD 300 (for one day hike) or USD 520 (for 3 nts camping program) per person is required to confirm permits for passengers. We also require full passenger details in order to confirm the reservation. Please make sure that your clients’ passports are valid until well beyond the date of travel in Peru. Once permits have been purchased, please note that, due to government regulations, it will be impossible to make changes to dates, names, group size and other passenger details.       M/V Aqua or Aria Amazon Cruise:For Fit’s: A deposit of USD 400.00 is required to confirm the booking. And full prepayment will be required 90 days prior departure. For those bookings made 90 or less days before departure, full payment will be required. In case of cancellations made 121 + days prior to departure deposit will be refunded less USD 200.00 service charge per person. Cancellations made 120 to 90 days prior to departure deposits are non-refundable. Cancellations made 90 or less days prior to departure, full payment will apply as cancellation penalty. For Groups:  For reservations made with 121 days or more in advance: A deposit of USD 400.00 is required to confirm the booking. An additional deposit of USD 420.00 will be required with 120 days in advance. For reservations with 120 to 91 days in advance, a deposit of USD 800.00 will be required to confirm the booking.And full prepayment will be required 90 days prior departure. For those bookings made 90 or less days before departure, full payment will be required. In case of cancellations made 121 + days prior to departure deposit will be refunded less USD 200 service charge per person. Cancellations made 120 to 90 days prior to departure deposits are non-refundable. Cancellations made 90 or less days prior to departure, full payment will apply as cancellation penalty. M/V Delfin – Amazon Cruise: A deposit of USD 500.00 is required to confirm the booking. Full payment is required 91 days prior to departure. In case of cancellations made 90 or less days prior to departure, full payment will apply as cancellation penalty.In case of cancellations made 151 + days prior to departure deposit will be refunded less USD 200.00 service charge per person. Cancellations made 150 to 91 days prior to departure deposits are non-refundable. Cancellations made 90 or less days prior to departure, full payment will apply as cancellation penalty. Panoramico Cruise – Brazil: A non-refundable deposit of USD 500 per person is required to confirm spaces at the ship. 

15.              PAYMENT METHOD:Payments may be made by the following methods:Check, Bank transfer, Paypal . Q’INTI cannot guarantee that all payment methods will be accepted and Q’INTI will therefore advise of the most suitable payment method at the time of deposit. 15.1 Please use the following account details for bank transfers: QINTI VIAJES S.A.C; Bank: Banco de Crédito del Perú; Address: Calle Centenario 156 Urb. Las Laderas de Melgarejo, La Molina, Lima 12, Lima Perú; Swift Code: BCPL PEPL; BANCO DE CREDITO DEL PERU; Account number  US$: 193-1855755-1-08; CCI US$: 00219300185575510814  15.2 For payment by bank transfer please confirm with Q’INTI by fax or email the date on which payment has been made. 15.3 Travelers are liable for all bank and credit card related transaction charges. Fit Payment Policy:  For Pantanal programs, 30 % of the total tour cost is required at booking time. 60 Days prior to travel: A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total tour cost is required. If deposit is not received on this date, reservations will be automatically released. 45 Days prior to travel: Final payment (80% balance due and 70% for Brazilian programs) is required. Group Payment Policy 90 Days prior to travel: A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total tour cost is required. If deposit is not received on this date, reservations will be automatically released. 60 Days prior to travel: Final payment (50% balance due) is required. In the case of a dispute, only the disputed amount may be withheld until such time as settlement is agreed. All other amounts must be paid in accordance with the payment policy. Please note that for groups reserving more than 15 rooms in Belmond hotel properties special payment terms and conditions will be put in place. Please ask your Tour Consultant for details.For groups traveling to Brazil, please contact us to discuss the payment policy.  

16.              CANCELLATION:All cancellations must be received in writing.  16.1 Cancellations received between the date of booking and 60 days prior to departure for groups and 45 days prior to departure for FIT’s will result in the loss of the deposit. 16.1.1 Cancellations received 60 - 46 days (groups) and 45-31 days (fit’s) prior to departure will be subject to a cancellation charge of 25% of the tour price.  16.1.2 Cancellations received with 45 days or less (groups) and 30 days or less (FIT’s) prior to departure will be subject to a forfeiture of the entire tour price. 16.1.3 In Brazil, cancellations received 45 days or less prior arrival will be subject to cancellation charges of 100 %.   16.2 Cancellation of airline tickets will be subject to the refund policy of each individual airline and may be greater than the percentages above particularly when low cost/net-based fares are used. 16.3 The purchase of special event tickets is subject to the refund policy of each individual event. Please refer to the specific event policy for details. 16.5 Q’INTI reserve the right to charge for financial penalties, fees and losses incurred as a result of cancellation. *Please also check on #14 the Important special deposits, prepayments and cancellations policies for Cruises in Peru & Brazil, Belmond Properties, Inkaterra Properties, Titilaka Hotel and Inca Trail trekking.

17.              CLAIMS AND REFUNDS:Refunds are not made for any missed services, except for verifiable extenuating circumstances. Please see our LIMITS ON Q’INTI RESPONSIBILITY clause below. For verifiable claims to be considered, they must be received in writing within 30 days of the termination of the program. Any adjustment considered will be based on the actual price of the services involved and not on a per diem basis. Adjustments will not be made for unused sightseeing trips or meals. Q’INTI will not accept any liability for any claims that are not received within 30 days of the termination of your program. All claims for days missed while travelling should be made in writing within 30 days of the program.

18.              LIMITS ON Q’INTI RESPONSIBILITY: Q’INTI: its employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents and assigns (collectively Q’INTI), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip with the exception of a limited number of vehicles. It purchases transportation (by aircraft, coach, train, vessel or otherwise), hotel and other lodging accommodations, restaurant, ground handling and other services from various independent suppliers (including from time-to-time other affiliated Q’INTI companies). All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, Q’INTI is not liable for any negligent or willful act of any such person or entity or of any third person.  In addition and without limitation, Q’INTI  is not responsible for any injury, financial or physical loss, death, inconvenience, delay or damage to personal property in connection to the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from but not limited to acts of God or force majeure, illness, pandemic, disease, acts of war, civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of services, food poisoning, mechanical or other failure of aircraft or other means of transportation or for failure of any transport mechanism to arrive or depart on time. There are many inherent risks in adventure travel of the type involved in our programs, which can lead to illness, injury or even death. These risks are increased by the fact that these trips take place in remote locations, far from medical facilities. Passenger assumes all such risks associated with participating in this trip. 18.1 In the event of a cancellation or material alteration to the trip as a result of the circumstances as described in this clause Q’INTI may in their sole and absolute discretion: offer the traveller(s) alternative travel arrangements or products of comparable standard as may be appropriate in the circumstances; or if alternative travel arrangements or products are not offered by Q’INTI, Q’INTI will make a prompt proportional refund of monies paid by the traveller.  18.2 Q’INTI may charge a reasonable fee to cover the administration costs associated with providing alternative travel arrangements or products. 18.3 If a material alteration becomes necessary within 90 days of the departure date for any reason other than the circumstances described in this clause, Q’INTI will endeavor to offer comparable products, or a full refund of all monies paid by the traveller(s).

19.              HEALTH PRECAUTIONS:Please ensure that you consult your personal physician about anti malaria precautions and other inoculations and vaccinations before travel. Where applicable, please ensure that whilst travelling you carry a valid Yellow Fever certificate.

20.              TRAVEL ADVISORIES/WARNINGS:It is the responsibility of travellers to become informed about the most current travel advisories and warnings by referring to their respective government agencies. In the event of an active State Department or government agency Travel Warning against travel to specific destination location(s) of the trip, should the traveller still choose to travel, notwithstanding any travel advisory or warning, the traveller assumes all risk of personal injury, death or property damage that may arise out of the events like those advised or warned against.

21.              TRAVELLERS’ REPRESENTATIONS: Traveller(s) represent(s) that neither he nor anyone traveling with him has any physical condition or disability that could create a hazard to himself or other members of the tour. Q’INTI reserves the right to remove from the trip, at the sole expense of the traveller, anyone whose condition is such that he or she could create a hazard to himself or others, or otherwise impact the enjoyment of other passengers on the trip.

22.              AIR TRANSPORTATION:Airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event occurring while passengers are not on board their aircraft. International air carriers are also subject to international air conventions limiting their liability. These limitations of liability are explained on the e-ticket or on the reverse of the airline ticket and when issued, this constitutes the sole contract between the respective air carrier(s) and their passengers.

23.              PASSPORT & VISAS. Please note that passport holders are responsible for obtaining the required documentation applicable for entry.  Please note also that passports must be valid for six (6) months before departure and should also have sufficient blank pages for visas and immigrations stamps. Q’INTI cannot be held responsible should you be denied entry to a country due to non-compliance with these requirements.  

24.              TRAVEL INSURANCE:Q’INTI strongly recommend all clients take out comprehensive travel insurance prior to date of travel.  This insurance should cover cancellation and curtailment, all medical expenses including evacuation/repatriation, personal baggage, personal liability, death and permanent disability and travel document insurance.  Q’INTI cannot be held responsible for any costs arising from such loss or injury.

25.              ARBITRATION AGREEMENT:Any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions, to the Limits on Q’INTI ’s Responsibility clause, to the brochure, to any information relating in any way to the trip, to the trip itself or to any products or services related to the trip, shall be settled in the first instance by binding arbitration in the applicable legal forum as detailed in clause 26 of these Terms and Conditions. In lieu of a personal appearance at arbitration the arbitration may be conducted by telephonic means. Arbitration is the exclusive forum in the first instance for dispute resolution and except as otherwise provided by statute, each party shall bear its own costs and expenses and an equal share of the arbitrator and administrative fees.  

26.              APPLICABLE LAW AND FORUM: This agreement shall be construed, interpreted and enforced in accordance with, and shall be governed by the laws of Peru and Brazil. It is agreed between Q’INTI and the travelers that all lawsuits against Q’INTI arising under, in connection with, or incidental to the tour shall be filed, if at all, in the courts of Peru and Brazil to the exclusion of the courts of or in any other country or jurisdiction.