Explore the heart of Peru with Lima, the City of Kings; Cusco, the navel of the world; and Lake Titicaca, where legends unfold. Three captivating narratives intertwine, providing a unique immersion into Peru's richness. This remarkable journey offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness and embrace the country's best, encompassing diverse cultural heritage, historical marvels, and breathtaking landscapes, all within the confines of one extraordinary trip. Immerse yourself in the magic and allure of Peru's most iconic destinations.
Duration
The tour starts at
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Day 1
Day 1: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings and the Larco Museum of Cultures
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
An exclusive and intense tour of the Historical Center of Lima will take us to know and admire the architectonic relics that are part of the old Lima, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Convent of Santo Domingo is the beginning of this magnificent experience. It was built during the foundation of Lima. The Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (University of San Marcos) was founded on this site, the oldest in America. Inside, the choir with the oldest stalls in the country; and the library, with 25,000 books, some printed in the XV century, has an invaluable historical value. The mortal remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías and Santa Rosa de Lima lie inside. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace and the Municipality, going into the Cathedral, a jewel in the history of Lima, with artworks that will make us feel closer to colonial Lima. Leaving downtown Lima and heading to the Larco Museum, where we will get a clear vision of the cultures that inhabited ancient Peru. We shall admire the gold pieces, textiles and erotic ceramics that are part of the collection which will introduce us to the cosmovision of the ancient Peru. The warehouse of this museum will be open during our visit to appreciate the expressions of art that were reflected in their ceramics.
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Day 2
Day 2: Cusco, Capital of the Empire and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman
Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Cusco. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hot...
Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Cusco. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.
Ascent to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and start of the journey visiting the fortress of the same name, a beautiful place that radiates peace and tranquility, we will also admire the huge rocks of up to 4 meters high, that were used in its construction. Continue to Q'enqo, antique temple of the Cougar where we can appreciate an altar for sacrifices in the inner part of a huge rock and then to Tambomachay, sacred fountains of life and health. On the way, enjoy a panoramic view of Puca Pucará, a watchtower that guarded the entrance to the city. Later, tour of the Temple of the Sun Qorikancha, over which the Santo Domingo Convent was built, the legend says that this Temple was completely gold plated, which amazed the conquerors when they first arrived. To end our journey, become familiar with the Plaza de Armas (Main Square) and enter the Cathedral, which amasses invaluable colonial art works and paintings, as for example the Cross that arrived with the first conquerors.
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Day 3
Day 3: Sacred Valley: Inca and Colonial Pisac, Inkariy Museum and Yucay Live Culture Center
The Sacred Valley of the Incas receives us in this day. Our first stop will be at the Inca...
The Sacred Valley of the Incas receives us in this day. Our first stop will be at the Inca village of Pisac, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley. From the top of the mountain there is a great view of the colonial village of Pisac. Walk through the colonial village. Time for shopping at the artisan workshops. Later, tour of the Inkariy Museum to visit the different halls with exhibits of representations of the pre-Hispanic cultures of ancient Peru. Lunch. Visit to the Yucay Live Culture Center, tourist complex were the local settlers will show us their techniques of weaving and dying of traditional textiles, making of the adobes, preparation of the traditional chicha, a drink made of corn, and a close encounter with the Andean camels: llamas and alpacas. Overnight stay in the area.
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Day 4
Day 4: Sacred Valley: Moray Terraces, Maras Salt Mines and Ollantaytambo Living Inca Village
This day will take us to find marvelous places in this region of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. T...
This day will take us to find marvelous places in this region of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The Inca Terraces of Moray, a lab that was looking to re-create 20 different microclimates and secure the agricultural production of the empire. Continue towards the Village of Maras, tour of the famous and ancient salt mines, which still are exploited since immemorial times. The contrast between the white wells and the clayey land makes this landscape into a place not to be missed for taking pictures. Lunch. In the afternoon, tour of the streets, plazas and terraces of the last Inca living village of Ollantaytambo. Enter the archaeological site that dominates the village, where we will see the technique that the Incas used to work on the stones in the Sun temple that was left half built. At the proper time, embark from the village train station to arrive at the town of Machu Picchu, located at the foot of the mountain. Overnight stay in the area.
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Day 5
Day 5: Machu Picchu, the Lost City
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo sta...
The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance, from our staff to board the bus that will ascend up a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba River which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.
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Day 6
Day 06: Route of the Andean Altiplano to Titicaca Lake.
Departure on a tourist bus to the city of Puno, a beautiful landscape route accompanied by the Vil...
Departure on a tourist bus to the city of Puno, a beautiful landscape route accompanied by the Vilcanota River and afterwards to the plateau of Collao, the Andean altiplano. Our first stop will be at the Church of the Apostle St. Peter in Andahuaylillas better known as “La Sixtina de América” (The Sistine Chapel of America). The walls and ceiling are full of mural paintings from the 17th century. Continue to Racchi, Temple of the God Wiracocha, where the remains of the columns and walls stand out and give us an idea of the monumental size of this construction during the Inca times. Our path will reach its highest point at La Raya at 4,800 m.a.s.l., a place where there is the division of the waters of the basin of the Titicaca and the rivers that will go to the Amazonas. Lunch. Visit to the Site Museum of Pucara. This location is the cradle of the famous toritos de Pucará (Pucara little bulls). Arrival in Puno and transfer to the hotel.
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Day 7
Day 07: Titicaca Sacred Lake and Sillustani Tombs
In the morning, we will board a motorboat to visit the Uros, a town of people tha...
In the morning, we will board a motorboat to visit the Uros, a town of people that sought refuge inside Lake Titicaca, fleeing the different cultures that arrived to dominate them. This community continues building their islands following ancient techniques, and welcome us to pass on their knowledge. Its people make a living from its visitors. We will have time to navigate in the totora reed vessel they build. Return to the port of Puno.
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Day 8
Day 8 Farewell day
Breakfast. Departure transfer to the airport of Juliaca. (airfare is not included). Our staff will assist you with the connection flight in the airport of Lima. If you like to add nights in L...
Breakfast. Departure transfer to the airport of Juliaca. (airfare is not included). Our staff will assist you with the connection flight in the airport of Lima. If you like to add nights in Lima, transfers or extensions of your trip, we can help you with all details and bookings.
Breakfast
Lunch
Round-trip arrival and departure airport transfers
City tour
1 night of accommodation - Daily breakfast
Sacsayhuaman Archeological Park tour
Machu Picchu excursion - Buffet lunch at Sanctuary's Lodge restaurant
Cusco / Puno by bus with visits and lunch on route
3 nights of accommodation in Cusco - 1 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes - Daily breakfast
Transfer bus station / hotel / airport
Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island with typical lunch
2 nights of accommodation - Daily breakfast
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Airport taxes ($6.50 for domestic flights and $32.00 for international)
Flights tickets
