This exciting 11-day itinerary, spanning Lima, Ica, Cusco, and Puno, offers an unmatched blend of culture, history, nature, and adventure. From the vibrant Lima to the archaeological wonders of Cusco, the majesty of Machu Picchu, and the beauty of Laguna Humantay, this journey will immerse you in the essence of Peru. Additionally, you will explore the Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca and discover the local culture at Lake Titicaca before bidding farewell in Puno. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!
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Llegada a Lima y City Tour
Upon arrival at Lima airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in the city.
At 2:30 p.m., your exciting City Tour of Lima will commence, with passenger pick-up from hotels starting at 2:00 p.m.
During the tour, you will explore Lima in its three stages: Ancestral, Colonial, and Modern. You will begin with a panoramic view of the “Pirámide Pucllana,” an ancient ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century AD, considered a Sacred Town of the Incas.
Next, you will head to Lima’s Historic Center, where you will discover what was once the old Lima Square. You will marvel at over fifty colonial monuments and buildings, including the Paseo de la República, Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Municipal Palace, Archbishop’s Palace, and the Cathedral Basilica, among others.
Continuing the tour, you will visit the Museum of the Central Reserve Bank, where you can admire the Treasures of Peru Collection, including ceramics, gold, and textiles from various pre-Columbian cultures. You will also explore the San Francisco Monumental Complex, home to the largest display of colonial religious art in America, with its main attraction being the underground crypts known as the “Catacombs.”
Finally, you will head to Lima’s Contemporary Area, where you will admire the city’s main buildings and residential areas, including the Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar, and the Love Park.
The tour will conclude at 6:00 p.m. You will spend the night in Lima, having explored the historical and modern wealth of the Peruvian capital.
At 4:30 a.m., you will be picked up from the hotel to head to the city of Paracas. We estimate arriving in Paracas around 9:00 a.m. Subsequently, we will proceed to the “El Chaco” pier to board a motorboat that will take us to the Ballestas Islands.
Our first stop on the motorboat will be at the enigmatic Candelabro, an enormous geoglyph located on the sandy summit resembling a trident with over 2500 years of history. We will explore the various theories about its origin, which could be linked to ancient pirates or even the creators of the famous Nazca Lines.
Continuing our journey, we will reach the Ballestas Islands, three small islands that host an impressive marine and ecological richness of Peru. We will marvel at the immense colonies of sea lions and Humboldt penguins, as well as the numerous guano birds flying overhead.
Although landing on the islands is prohibited to preserve the ecosystem and not disturb the animals, we will approach close enough to observe them interacting in their natural habitat. We will circumnavigate the three islands on a journey of approximately one hour and then return to the Paracas pier.
Afterward, we will continue our journey to Ica. We will visit a craft winery where Peruvian brandy known as Pisco is produced. Here, our local guide will take us on a tour of the winery’s facilities and explain the ancient method of Pisco and wine production. After the tour, our clients will have the opportunity to taste the different varieties of Pisco and wine produced by this winery and, if desired, purchase these products.
Then, we will head to the Huacachina Oasis, located just 5 km from the city center. In this beautiful oasis, visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the place and stroll around looking for good photo opportunities and visiting restaurants (free time).
At 4:00 p.m. (coordinated time), the buggy ride through the dunes surrounding the Huacachina lagoon will begin. Additionally, the vast dunes surrounding the lagoon allow visitors to engage in one of the most thrilling sports in the area, known as sandboarding, which involves sliding on a board over the desert sand.
Finally, we will return to Lima, where we estimate arriving at your hotel around 10:30 p.m. You will spend the night in Lima.
Upon your arrival in the historic city of Cusco, you will be greeted at Velasco Astete International Airport and taken to your hotel.
At 1:00 p.m., our exciting City Tour will begin. This experience starts with a visit to the imposing Temple of Qoricancha, a sacred place of great significance during the Inca period. Then, we will board our vehicle to head towards the fascinating archaeological sites of the region.
Our first stop will be Sacsayhuamán, known for its strategic location and the presence of enormous polished and molded stones. From this point, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city of Cusco.
We will continue our journey to the mystical Temple of Qenqo, where the Incas conducted religious ceremonies and sacrifices in ancient times. Then, we will explore the Inca’s control and military center, known as Puka Pukara.
Finally, we will visit the enigmatic Temple of Tambomachay, renowned for its impressive flowing water fountains. We will return to your hotel around 6:30 p.m., where you will spend the night in Cusco, immersed in the rich historical and cultural heritage of this fascinating city.
Your thrilling tour will kick off bright and early at 6:30 a.m. The first stop will be the picturesque town of Chinchero, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit its beautiful church and explore the fascinating archaeological park in the area. Additionally, you’ll have the unique experience of delving into a textile production center where ancestral weaving and dyeing techniques are still employed. Here, you can appreciate the traditional art that has been passed down through generations.
Next, we’ll head to the astounding archaeological site of Moray, famous for its circular terraces. These concentric circles represent an Inca engineering feat and have been admired for centuries.
We’ll then continue to the Maras salt mines, where you’ll find around 5000 small pools still being exploited for salt production destined for human consumption. This panoramic view is a testament to the Inca’s skill in harnessing natural resources.
After these fascinating visits, we’ll journey to the town of Urubamba, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.
Our next stop will be the charming town of Ollantaytambo, known as the “living Inca city.” Here, you’ll visit the archaeological park housing the Temple of the Sun, an impressive megalithic construction. You’ll also explore the Temple of the Ten Niches, sacred fountains, and the face of the Andean god Tunupa, among other archaeological treasures.
Then, we’ll head to the Ollantaytambo train station, where you’ll board a train that will take you to the charming town of Aguas Calientes. The train journey lasts approximately 1 ½ hours. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you’ll be greeted by our staff and escorted to the assigned hotel.
That same evening, a local tour guide will visit you at the hotel to coordinate the details of the exciting tour awaiting you the following day. You’ll spend the night in Aguas Calientes, gearing up for your adventure at Machu Picchu.
At the previously arranged time, you will head to the starting point of your adventure at Machu Picchu. A scenic 25-minute bus journey will take you to the entrance of the majestic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Here, your visit will begin, lasting approximately 2 hours. Our experienced guide will accompany you and provide a detailed explanation of all aspects of this world wonder.
Once you have completed the circuit within the Inca citadel, our guide’s work will conclude. From this point onwards, you will have the afternoon free to enjoy lunch on your own and explore Machu Picchu at your own pace.
To return to Cusco, you must be at the train station at least half an hour in advance according to the schedule indicated on your tickets. Then, you will board the train that will take you back to the town of Ollantaytambo, where you will be picked up by our bus to return to the city of Cusco.
Finally, you will spend the night in Cusco, carrying with you the unforgettable memories of your visit to Machu Picchu, one of the most impressive wonders of our world.
Our exciting journey begins at 4:30 a.m. We will start by picking you up at your hotel and then embark on our journey along an asphalt road to the charming village of Mollepata, where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast.
Once satisfied, we will continue our journey along a dirt road until we reach the town of Soraypampa. From this point, the hike will begin, lasting approximately an hour and a half, until we reach the impressive Humantay Lake, located at 4,200 meters above sea level. Here, you will have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscape and capture beautiful photographs. It is important to mention that this tour has a moderate difficulty level and requires a reasonable level of physical fitness.
After enjoying the visit to Humantay, we will descend back to Soraypampa, where we will board our vehicle to return to the village of Mollepata, where we will enjoy a comforting lunch.
Then, we will continue our journey back to the city of Cusco, where we estimate to arrive around 5:30 p.m. You will spend the night in Cusco, carrying with you the memories of a day filled with natural beauty and adventure.
At 08:30 a.m., the tour will commence heading towards the Southern Valley of Cusco, where two important archaeological complexes are located: “TIPÓN,” an extraordinary example of Inca hydraulic engineering, and later “PIKILLACTA,” a prominent Pre-Inca archaeological site. Additionally, you will visit ANDAHUAYLILLAS, home to the picturesque church known as the “Sistine Chapel of America.”
As a complement, you will also explore the Cielo Punku viewpoint in Huaro, where the sculpture of the “GIANT HAND” is located. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to observe the charming villages of Saylla, Tipón, and Oropesa. Oropesa is known for its famous large bread loaves called “chutas,” Tipón for its dishes based on guinea pig, and Saylla is famous for its delicious pork cracklings. During lunchtime, you will have enough time to enjoy the gastronomy at one of these mentioned places.
The return to Cusco is scheduled for 04:00 p.m., where you will spend the night in Cusco.
At 04:30 a.m., our team will pick you up from your hotel to start an exciting journey along an asphalt road to the charming town of Cusipata. From there, we will continue on a dirt road until we reach Paucarpata, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast.
After recharging our energy, we will continue our journey until we reach Qomer Qocha. At this point, you will have enough time to prepare and receive recommendations from our experienced tour guide before starting our hike. The hike lasts approximately 1 hour and has a MEDIUM difficulty level, so an acceptable physical condition is required. The route will take us to Vinicunca, which is located at an altitude of 5,200 meters above sea level.
Upon reaching the mountain, you will have time to capture memorable photos. Then, we will return to Qomer Qocha and board our vehicle, which will take us to a restaurant to enjoy a delicious lunch. After a short rest, we will begin our journey back to the city of Cusco. The tour is expected to conclude around 05:30 p.m.
At 09:00 p.m., you will be transferred to the bus terminal to start your journey to Puno.
For this exciting tour, it is recommended to depart from Cusco one night before. Preferably, opt for a comfortable sleeper bus that will allow you to travel in comfort. The bus from Cusco to Puno departs at 10:00 p.m., and you will arrive in Puno around 05:30 a.m. the next day. There, our support staff will welcome you and take you to the designated hotel, where you can leave your luggage and freshen up. You will also have the option to have an additional breakfast at the hotel or on your own. At 07:45 a.m., we will pick you up from the hotel to start the scheduled tour.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Puno – Uros Island – Amantaní
Minutes before 07:45 a.m., our team will pick you up from the hotel in Puno and take you to the main port, where you will embark to begin the navigation on the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. Our first stop will be at one of the Uros Islands, inhabited by a culture with over 3,000 years of history that builds its homes in the middle of the lake using a plant called totora. Here, we will learn how they build their homes and more about their way of life. You will also have the option to sail in a traditional totora boat. Then, we will continue our journey to Amantaní Island, where some of its inhabitants will welcome us into their typical family homes. We will share pleasant and unforgettable moments with them and enjoy their food made with natural products from the region.
In the afternoon, we will have the opportunity to hike to the top of the island known as “Pachatata,” which rises to 4,130 meters above sea level. From there, we will enjoy a stunning view of Lake Titicaca and its spectacular sunset. Then, we will return to our assigned accommodation and in the evening, we will attend an Andean music show for a couple of hours. We will spend the night in Amantaní.
Day 2: Amantaní – Taquile – Puno
We will wake up early for breakfast and to bid farewell to Amantaní. Then, we will embark to Taquile Island, which was used as a prison during colonial times. Here, we will interact with the local inhabitants, who will show us their textile craftsmanship and share some of their ancestral customs. We will also explore non-touristic parts of the island, where we will find temples, tombs, and pre-Inca terraces. Afterward, we will have time to enjoy lunch.
Later, we will descend to the port to board our boat and begin the return journey to Puno. We will arrive at the port of Puno around 5:00 p.m. We will spend the night in Puno.
At the agreed time, our service will include a departure transfer from your current location to the “Inca Manco Cápac” International Airport in the city of Juliaca. With this, our service concludes. We hope you have had a pleasant and successful experience during your stay and journey!
