• Assistance upon your arrival at Lima International Airport and transfer to the selected hotel. Here you will receive a briefing about the contracted tour, be given the vouchers for all the included services, and have the organization of the start of your journey through Peru explained.

Meals: None

• A free morning to rest after your international flight; we recommend taking it easy before getting ready to begin this unforgettable journey through our wonderful country.
• At the appropriate time, you will be picked up from your hotel for a guided tour of the most important and attractive sites of Lima, the “City of Kings.” The tour includes a visit through Lima’s Historic Center with panoramic views of Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Basilica Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Church of Santo Domingo, where the tombs of Santa Rosa and San Martín de Porres are located, along with the balconies of Colonial Lima.
• Next, you will visit the Convent and Church of San Francisco, the largest monumental complex of Colonial Art in the Americas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visit includes the Basilica with its 21 altars, the convent with its cloisters, Chapter Room and Clementine Room, the choir and monks’ library, the site museum displaying 11 canvases from the Rubens school, the Sacristy with works by Zurbarán and Rivera, the large courtyard decorated with 16th-century Sevillian tiles, Moorish arches, and the underground catacombs.
• To gain an excellent introduction to Peru’s past, we continue to the Pueblo Libre district to visit the Larco Herrera Museum, home to the largest private collection of pre-Columbian Peruvian art. The exhibition includes textiles, one of which holds a world record with 398 threads per linear inch, as well as tools used by ancient Peruvians to work ceramics and metals. The museum also displays an extraordinary collection of ceramics, gold and silver pieces with semi-precious stones from different Pre-Inca and Inca cultures.
• Finally, we will tour the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, passing by Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial and administrative center of the Lima Culture built in the 2nd century A.D. and considered by the Incas as Ñaupallaqta, or “Sacred Village”; the Olive Grove Park of San Isidro, with olive trees brought from Spain in the 15th century; Miraflores Central Park; and Larcomar, a modern tourist and entertainment center that offers a privileged spot to enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Return to your selected hotel in Lima.
• In the evening, we will enjoy a guided tour of the Magic Water Circuit.
• Discover the beauty of our capital city, visiting its main attractions and architectural monuments beautifully illuminated under the charm of Lima’s tranquil night. The Magic Water Circuit is the largest fountain complex in the world, certified by Guinness World Records. Here you can enjoy a magnificent show combining water, light, music, and images in perfect harmony. This circuit includes 13 fountains, each with its own unique charm—an unforgettable experience.
• Transfer back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

• Today we will depart very early, at 3:45 a.m., towards Paracas on a 3.5-hour journey covering approximately 240 kilometers south of Lima. Upon arrival at the Paracas Peninsula, home to the most important wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian coast, we will embark on a guided boat tour to the Ballestas Islands.
• During the trip, we will stop to observe the enigmatic figure of the Candelabro, an impressive geoglyph etched on the slope of a hill facing Paracas Bay. No one knows who created this figure or why. Many hypotheses exist regarding its origin: some believe it is related to the Nazca Lines, located about 200 kilometers further south, while others attribute it to ancient pirates who supposedly used it as a navigational reference due to the dense fog of the area. Our captain will pause in front of the figure as the local guide provides an explanation.
• We will then continue towards the Ballestas Islands. Once there, visitors will enjoy a breathtaking marine setting teeming with birds and sea lions. From our boat, we will circle around the islands, passing through caves and natural rock formations that host abundant marine wildlife, including guano birds, boobies, pelicans, terns, Humboldt penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and more. After exploring the islands, we will return by boat to El Chaco pier.
• Continuing our journey, we will head to the Huacachina Lagoon, surrounded by palm trees, carob trees, and white sand dunes. From here, we will begin an exciting adventure tour through the Ica desert in 4x4 dune buggies, driven by expert pilots who take us into areas inaccessible to other vehicles, at thrilling speeds. The tour is an adrenaline-filled experience with steep climbs and descents on giant dunes, featuring jumps, shouts, and incredible laughter—an experience that must be lived to be fully understood. Riding in dune buggies is a truly unique adventure, offering 100% adrenaline.
• During the excursion, you will also have the opportunity to try sandboarding, one of the most popular adventure sports in recent years. With prior technical instruction from the driver, you may attempt it in various positions: sitting, lying down, or standing (for those with experience). The tour can be customized to the client’s preference, whether a smooth ride or full adrenaline. Multiple stops will be made atop the dunes to take photos, admire the stunning desert landscape, and view the dry lagoon of Orovilca. If the tour takes place in the afternoon (last departure at 4:30 p.m.), we may witness a spectacular sunset, weather permitting. At the end of the excursion, you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Huacachina Oasis in all its splendor from the top of the dune. Free time will be provided in Huacachina for photos or to purchase souvenirs.
• Finally, we will transfer to the bus station (Cruz del Sur) for the return trip to Lima. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your selected hotel.

Meals: Breakfast on board (Cruz del Sur).

• Breakfast at your hotel. At the appropriate time, transfer to Lima Airport to board your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to the selected hotel. We recommend resting for the remainder of the morning to acclimatize to the altitude and having lunch at the hotel.
• In the afternoon, we will enjoy a guided tour of the city of Cusco, visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral, and the Temple of the Sun, or Korikancha. The excursion then continues outside the city to explore the Inca sites of Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, and the impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuamán, strategically built on a hill overlooking Cusco. This site is famous for its massive carved stones, assembled with astonishing precision to form the outer walls of the complex. Some of these stones exceed 9 meters in height and weigh more than 350 tons.

Meals: Breakfast

The Sacred Valley of the Incas, located at an altitude of 2,790 m.a.s.l., includes Chinchero, the Moray agricultural terraces, the Maras Salt Mines, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo, each with archaeological remains built by different Inca rulers. Historically, the Sacred Valley was one of the main agricultural production centers due to the richness of its land; today, it is where the best quality corn is grown.

Our first stop will be in Chinchero, which still preserves its traditional textile art and pottery. Here we will visit its colonial church, which features some of the most important 15th–17th century paintings. We will then continue to Moray, an agricultural research center where the Incas carried out crop experiments at different altitudes.

Next, we visit the Maras Salt Mines, which have more than 3,000 pools of different sizes and dimensions. These pools belong to local families, who during the dry season collect the salt, treat it with iodine, and sell it in the market.

Continuing our journey, we will arrive at Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch. Afterward, we will visit the town of Ollantaytambo, dating back to the 15th century, with its remarkable Inca fortress and urban design. Finally, we will visit Pisac, known for its impressive archaeological site and bustling handicraft market.

Meals: Breakfast and buffet lunch

• Early in the morning, you will have breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station and board your train for a 2-hour journey to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu, discovered in 1911 by the American explorer Hiram Bingham.
• Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, we will ascend to the “Lost City of the Incas” on a 25-minute bus ride, zigzagging up the mountainside.
• We will tour the ruins for approximately 3 hours. Our guide will explain the surprising level of technology achieved by the builders of this incredible site. The precise accuracy in the construction of massive stone structures, the water supply channels that reveal profound hydraulic knowledge, the stairways carved into the living rock of the mountain, and the Intihuatana (or “the highest point of the Sun”), which served as a solar calendar regulating sowing and harvesting, are tangible expressions of the Incas’ profound knowledge and technological advancement.
• All of these constructions, along with the Temple of the Sun, the Royal Tomb, the Priest’s House, the Inca Baths, and the Temple of the Three Windows, allow us to travel back in time and, with the help of our guide, relive the existence of those truly admirable builders.
• Back in Aguas Calientes, lunch at a local restaurant (not included).
• In the afternoon, we will take the train back to Ollantaytambo, where our representative will be waiting for your transfer to Cusco. Free evening to enjoy the festivities around the Plaza de Armas.

Meals: Breakfast

• This day begins with pick-up from your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. We will board our transport and travel northwest of the city of Cusco, to the town of Mollepata. Along the way, we will enjoy views of the lush Apurímac River Valley.
• In this small and picturesque town, we will have a well-deserved breakfast to recharge our energy. We will then continue our journey to the starting point of the hike: the community of Soraypampa, located at an altitude of 3,900 m.a.s.l. (12,795 ft). After a short rest, we will begin our trek towards Humantay Lake, located at an altitude of 4,180 m.a.s.l. (13,779 ft). After approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes of ascent, we will be able to admire the stunning scenery.
• After our guide’s explanation and some free time to take memorable photos, we will have time to enjoy the beauty of the lake before returning to our campsite, where we will have lunch with breathtaking panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks. Afterwards, we will return to the city of Cusco.

Meals: Breakfast and buffet lunch

• The tour to Rainbow Mountain begins at 4:30 a.m., when we will pick you up from your respective hotels in the city of Cusco. We will then travel south in tourist transport towards the town of Hanchipacha, where our camp is located, and enjoy a delicious breakfast. After breakfast, we will continue to Kayrahuiri, where our transport will drop us off and we will begin the hike toward Rainbow Mountain.
• Before starting, our guide will give a short introduction to the area and provide recommendations for the trek. Just 5 minutes into the hike, there is a point where you can rent horses to make the route easier (optional, cost approx. S/ 100 soles or USD 33). After about 10 more minutes, we will reach the checkpoint, where our guide will coordinate our entry. From this point, it takes about 2 hours to reach Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, we will have the opportunity to observe a variety of Andean camelids, birds, lagoons, plateaus, and streams.
• Upon arriving at Rainbow Mountain, our guide will provide a brief explanation and we will have additional time to take unforgettable photos of the magical landscape.
• As an optional activity, we can visit the Red Valley of Vinicunca, located about 20 minutes from Rainbow Mountain. After taking memorable photos, we will descend back to the starting point of the trek. At the scheduled time, we will return to the transport and head back to the camp, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. Afterwards, we will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 6:00 p.m.
• At 9:00 p.m., transfer to the bus terminal for your trip to the city of Puno (sleeper bus service).

Meals: Breakfast and buffet lunch

• Breakfast. At the appropriate time, transfer to Cusco airport to board your flight to the city of Lima, where later you will be able to connect with your international flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast

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