Update (Oct. 18, 2:00 p.m. ET): Due to airfare fluctuation, the advertised rate has increased on March 25; April 22; May 20.

Survey the mystical landscape of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, on this escorted Peru adventure for $1499 per person, including taxes.

Saving $500 per person on do-it-yourself pricing, this package ushers would-be archaeologists through more than 2000 years of history before riding a train through stunning mountain passes on the way to Machu Picchu.

This deal from Gate 1 Travel includes:

• International airfare from the U.S. to Lima
• Intra-Peru airfare
• Six nights accommodations
• English-speaking tour guide
• All transfers and entrance fees
• Eight meals: Six breakfasts, two dinners

Guests spend three nights in Peru's capital, Lima; two nights in the ancient Incan city, Cusco; and one night in Aguas Caliente near Machu Picchu.

This deal is priced for departures from Miami; all major U.S. gateways are available. See Gate 1 Travel's website for details.

Dates: March 11, 25; April 8, 22; May 20

Note: Reservations will require a deposit to secure the package airfare.

For a more comprehensive experience, consider Gate 1 Travel's 13-Day Peru with Five-Day Amazon Cruise package, which features a jungle excursion to spot the Amazon River dolphin.