Metropolitan Touring - Peru
Combining the highlights of Peru, Ecuador & the Galapagos
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Metropolitan Touring Peru (MTP) is a division from Metropolitan Touring Ecuador (MTE), Ecuador’s leading Travel Corporation founded in 1953 with its own ground and Galapagos cruise-expedition operation.
Expanding for over 50 years, the history of Metropolitan Touring is full of passion, inspiration, courage and success, with an extraordinary team of a highly professional staff. Designed for upscale and demanding guests, Metropolitan Touring offers a fulfilling selection of exciting and innovative experiences in Ecuador and Peru’s mega diverse regions. Our dedication to quality, our experience, excellence in travel safety, commitment to earthly environments and local cultures is unequalled in the discovery business.
We have our own offices throughout Peru, managed by our own staff, in Lima, Cusco, Puno and Arequipa, all interconnected, as well as an extensive network of experienced agents throughout the rest of Peru.
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Expertise and Specialisation
The art and science of planning unforgettable journeys is our essence.
We pour in new ideas, mix them with excitement, add a dash of sensations and blend them with adventure in order to prepare delightful and unforgettable journeys for you.
We have been sharing Peru with our clients and bringing out the best of our country since 1967. Having our own offices and staff nationwide allows us to secure outstanding service and guarantee immediate assistance. We provide every guest with creative ideas and prompt replies.
Licences and Associations
We belong to most international and Peruvian travel associations such as IATA, APOTUR, USTOA, ENSEMBLE and CANATUR.
We hold a General Liability Insurance Policy No.352.434, from ACE SEGUROS SA.
Responsible Travel
Aware of issues affecting Peruvian children and being sensitive to the increasing social needs of Peru, since 2005, we have signed a cooperation agreement with UNICEF to support its country programs focus in health, education and nutrition for children. We believe that investing in a good start in life for every child is the best way to obtain long term results, as the country we will have in the future depends on how many children survive today and the level of development they achieve.
Metropolitan Touring Peru offers different ways in which you can participate in this important role.
Traditional Programs throughout Peru
Conventional programs spiced-up to provide a truly new sensation for you. From a short 3-day visit focused exclusively on Machu Picchu, to an extensive 3-week program to cover most of Peru’s highlights; we offer you a wide range of destinations, excursions and options.
Tailor-made itineraries
Specially customized journeys for those who like to tell unusual tales upon their return back home. Explore Peru your-way, discover hideaways that few others have heard of and get lost in timeless places that will label your soul.
Special interest trips
For those who have a very specific interest and wish to increase their knowledge, we provide the best locations, specialized guides and the richest experience. Archaeology, bird-watching, adventure, trekking, textiles, mysticism, volunteer work, living-cultures, and wildlife are a few examples of special interest trips.
Memorable Meetings and Incentives
There’s no reward more appreciated than a trip to an exciting destination. We handle every detail to provide a memorable and exciting incentive trip for special clients.
Combined Trips: Peru & Ecuador
Embrace the intense sensations of two of South America’s most enigmatic destinations: Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands, for “soul adventure” travellers in search of new insights and new ways to experience time-honoured destinations.
Food and Beverages
We work only with reputed restaurants nationwide. Hotels at the main cities and destinations include buffet breakfast or American breakfast. During our tours and excursions half-board or full-board is included, and sometimes box lunches are provided.
Accommodation
We work with Tourist, Superior and Deluxe category hotels. All of them are constantly inspected by our staff and provide great quality, location, service and safety.
Transport
Motor coaches and vehicles from different capacity are available to accommodate groups of different sizes. All of them are three year old or newer and periodically inspected and maintained.
Local Guides
Specialized guides are provided throughout the country and are constantly trained.
Age Restrictions
No minimum or maximum age is required for our activities and excursions, however some degree of physical strength may be needed for specific ones.
What to Bring
Different equipment and gear may be required for the different locations:
Coast: light clothes for warm weather, good walking shoes, insect repellent.
Andes: Essential items are several fleece layers and a complete wind and waterproof shell, also a warm hat and gloves. Hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes.
Amazon: Hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes, pants, long and short sleeved cotton shirts, windbreaker or sweater, shorts, bathing suit, insect repellent.
Optional: hat or cap, binoculars, flashlight, sunglasses, sun block (SPF 40), Camera (wide angle lens), plastic water bottle, waterproof small backpack, Personal first aid kit.
PRICES
All prices are subject to change without previous notice.
Prices are based on one person, in double occupancy room, unless otherwise specified.
ITINERARY
The itineraries are planned with great care, although, for operational reasons, it may be necessary to change the sequence of activities in the itinerary or the specified route, and though such cases are exceptional, in general the itinerary should be treated only as a basic guideline.
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED
The passenger is responsible for obtaining passports, visas, travel insurance, payment of excess baggage, personal requests such as extra drinks, laundry service, communication (calls, faxes, emails, etc.), national and international airport departure taxes, gratuities, or other services and fees not specified in the itinerary.
UNUSED SERVICES
Some services may be interrupted or cancelled due to climate conditions, force majeure reasons, acts of nature, strikes, etc., or others beyond the control of the hotels, airlines, other suppliers or Metropolitan Touring Peru or its associates. No reimbursements will be made as a result of such interruptions or cancellations that escape our control.
INSURANCE
We highly recommend passengers to get trip cancellation, travel repatriation and international medical insurances to cover any inconveniences that may arise during the trip. We also urge them to check with their doctor to update vaccines and review medical concerns regarding international travel.
BOOKING AND PAYMENT POLICIES
-Any reservation must include at least the following information about the passenger(s) or group:
a. Complete names and surnames
b. Nationalities
c. Passport numbers
d. Dates of Birth
e. Gender
f. Dietary restrictions, if any
PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Full pre-payment is required on behalf of Metropolitan Touring Peru.
Payment constitutes the acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein.
PAYMENT METHODS
A. Wire transfers:
Payments should be made to our bank account in Miami, USA. Full details will be sent at the time of booking.
B. Credit cards:
Credit card payment is available; however, a “Signature on File” form must be filled in and sent to us in advance. This form authorizes Metropolitan Touring Peru to charge our services to your corporate Visa, Master Card or American Express. Payments should be made to the order of:
INVERSIONES RECEPTOUR S.A.
You may request this form from your Senior Travel Consultant.
CANCELLATIONS AND REIMBURSEMENTS
Notifications of cancellations and requests for reimbursements should be made in writing including all related information, and will receive immediate attention from us.
CANCELLATION CHARGES
Different cancellation charges apply to the different hotels and service providers. Cancellation charges tend to rise as the date of arrival approaches.
In any case, Metropolitan Touring Peru will do its best to keep these charges as low as possible. Still, in general terms, these cancellation charges can range between:
Percentage (%) Of Total Booking Cost / Cancellation date (Days before the date of Arrival)
- 20% - 40% 60 – 46 days
- 30% - 60% 45 – 31 days
- 40% - 80% 30 – 15 days
- 80% - 100% 14 – 0 days
Important notes:
- Tighter pre-payment conditions and cancellation charges may apply to some specific dates, hotels and service providers. These conditions will be specifically mentioned by our travel consultant at the moment of your request.
- During high season, our company reserves the right to change our cancellation policies, if our suppliers apply tighter penalties on top of those stated above.
LIABILITY CLAUSE
The tour operator and its agents act only as agents for passengers in all matters pertaining to transportation, accommodations or other services not provided directly by Metropolitan Touring Peru. As agents, all tickets, exchange orders or vouchers are issued by them subject to any and all terms and conditions under which such means of transportation, accommodations or other services are offered or provided. The booking agent, airlines involved and general agent will not be liable for any vehicle furnished by any such other party, firm or corporation in carrying out or failing to carry out arrangements previously agreed upon, nor for the negligent misconduct of any such other party, firm or corporation in providing or failing to provide, are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their conveyance. The passenger contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between booking agent, airline general agent and the purchaser of these and/ or passenger. We suggest that you book an insurance policy with your Travel Agency.
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