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North & the Andes

15 days

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US$2,670

Flights Not included

Hotel Standard category

Transportation/Entrance/Guides Included

English assistance 24/7 Included

Highlight

Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Rainbow Mountain, Lake Titicaca with local families, Ruins of Chan Chan and Museum of the Lord of Sipan

Info Tour

If you like history and archeology it’s the trip for you !! Peru crossed from north to south, an itinerary made by travelers for travelers. Discovering the Moche, the Chimu, the Inca along a path that will lead you to discover all the wonderful biodiversities of Peru: the deserts, the peaceful coasts, the magical Andes and its plateaus, Cusco and Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca , Chan Chan and the Museum of the Lord of Sipan.
This type of trip also includes some visits to community and local communities to really get on tiptoe in the spirit of this country, like real travelers.

  • Date di partenza a vostra scelta

    Departure dates of your choice

    Fechas de salida a su elección

  • Itinerario completamente personalizzabile

    Fully customizable itinerary

    Itinerario completamente personalizable

  • Cusco può essere prima o ultima tappa

    Cusco can be the first or last stop

    Cusco puede ser la primera o última parada

Itinerary

Intercontinental flight. Upon arrival in Lima, meeting at the airport with our correspondent and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport of Lima in good time for boarding the flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, meeting at the airport with our local representative and transfer to the hotel. The afternoon will be free and dedicated to rest, to allow a gradual adaptation to the altitude. We recommend eating very light. Night at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will visit the San Pedro market accompanied by our guide, to discover Andean flavors, colors, and traditions. Next, we will explore the Inca ruins in the surroundings of Cusco, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, to then continue with the visit to Qoricancha, the Temple of the Sun. Free afternoon. In the evening, we will take a guided walk in the historic center of Cusco, discovering its most hidden and fascinating side, among legends, myths, ghosts, and mysterious tales. Night at the hotel.

Today, with our guide and private transport, we will set off to discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The first stop will be Chinchero, where we will visit the Temple of the Rainbow. We will continue towards Moray, an extraordinary example of Inca engineering and ancient agricultural laboratory, to then reach Maras, with its spectacular community-managed salt pans, still active today after over a thousand years and immersed in a breathtaking landscape. Finally, we will continue towards Ollantaytambo, the only Inca village still inhabited, an extraordinary example of urban planning. In the afternoon we will take the train to Aguas Calientes, gateway to Machu Picchu. Night at the hotel.

Today we will realize the dream of a lifetime: from Aguas Calientes we will go up by bus to Machu Picchu, the legendary “lost city”. This archaeological site, famous for its ruins and the view over the Urubamba valley, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the seven wonders of the modern world. The private guided visit (about 2 and a half hours) will reveal to you the history of this unique place. The most adventurous will be able to climb independently Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, or Huchuy Picchu. In the afternoon train to Ollantaytambo (or Poroy) and transfer by bus with other tourists to Cusco. Night at the hotel.

Departure at dawn for the Rainbow Mountain of Palccoyo (100 km from Cusco), still little visited by mass tourism. With private vehicle and guide, after a 4-hour journey and a stop for breakfast, we will start the walk between 4,700 and 4,900 meters. The route takes about an hour and a half and offers spectacular views of the Rainbow Mountain. We will explore a evocative stone “forest” with a view over the “Red Valley”. Lunch and return to Cusco in the evening. Night at the hotel.

Note: as an alternative to Palccoyo, it is possible to opt for Vinicunca. However, we remind that the route to Vinicunca is more strenuous, reaching up to 5,100 meters and the site is often very crowded. For a more authentic, intimate, and relaxed experience, we suggest Palccoyo.

Today we will travel, accompanied by other tourists, to Puno (about a 10-hour journey). The tourist bus (equipped with heating, air conditioning, chemical toilet, and with a Spanish/English guide) will make a few stops: the 17th-century church of Andahuaylillas, the Temple of Wiracocha in Raqchi, and the Museum of Pukara. Buffet lunch included in Sicuani. Upon arrival in Puno, meeting at the bus station with our local representative and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.

After breakfast, we head to the port and embark on a boat to Uros floating islands, located north of Puno’s bay. Then we reach Amantani island where we have lunch and spend the afternoon discovering the island. Dinner and night with a local family.

After breakfast we go towards Taquile, the biggest island of the Lake Titicaca. We disembark on the northern side and walk untill the main part of the island. Lunch in Taquile. We get back to Puno in the afternoon. Night in Puno.

In the morning, transfer to the Juliaca airport. Flight from Juliaca to Lima and connection with the flight to Trujillo. Upon arrival, meeting at the airport with our local representative and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.

We will dedicate the day to discovering Trujillo, with its charming colonial houses and the remains of the ancient Moche civilization. We will visit the Archaeological Museum of the University, splendid churches, and the wonderful colonial houses of the historic center. In the afternoon, we will head out to discover the Huaca del Dragón (or Rainbow Temple) and the El Brujo archaeological complex, another incredible example of Moche art and culture. We will conclude with a visit to the Museum of the Señora de Cao. Night at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will visit the Huaca del Sol y de la Luna (Temple of the Sun and Moon), about eight kilometers from Trujillo, a fascinating Moche ceremonial center home to splendid polychrome murals. Afterwards, we will head out to discover Chan Chan, the ancient capital of the Chimú kingdom, famous for being the largest adobe brick city in pre-Columbian America. During the visit, we will admire its walls decorated with reliefs depicting animals, geometric shapes, and mythological beings. In the afternoon, we will move to Huanchaco, famous for its “caballitos de totora,” ancient reed boats used by fishermen for over 3,000 years. Return to Trujillo and night at the hotel.

Today we will take an excursion to Lambayeque, near Chiclayo, traveling aboard a public bus. We will visit the splendid Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum, considered one of the most beautiful in all of Latin America and a true gem for history and archaeology enthusiasts. We will admire incredible funerary objects, including majestic royal ornaments, breastplates, earrings, and scepters crafted from gold, silver, copper, and turquoise. Our return to Trujillo is scheduled for late in the evening. Night at the hotel.

Transfer to the bus station and journey from Trujillo to Lima (9 hours) with a top-quality bus (heating, air conditioning, chemical toilet, DVD player, on-board service). Upon arrival in Lima, meeting at the airport with our local representative and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.

Note: It is possible to replace the bus from Trujillo to Lima with a direct flight.

Transfer to the airport. Intercontinental flight.

Note: if the intercontinental flight departs in the evening, it is possible to add a City Tour of Lima to discover the city in its most authentic and special aspects.

Price

  • 2 peopleUS$3,160
  • 3 peopleUS$2,890
  • 4/6 peopleUS$2,670

Price per person, in US dollar

The Service Includes

Transport

All transfers airport/bus station/hotel.

Round-trip train to Machu Picchu (Inca Rail Voyager or Peru Rail Expedition).

Round-trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.

Tourist bus along the Cusco-Puno route.

Round-trip tourist boat at Lake Titicaca.

Public bus equipped with all comforts along the Trujillo-Lima route.

Transfer by public bus (2nd class) from Trujillo to Chiclayo (round trip).

Accommodations

Accommodation in standard category structures – comparable to a 3-star – twin or double room with private bathroom.

One night at Lake Titicaca staying in the home of a local family (private room, shared bathrooms).

Tours

Private tours: Cusco city tour, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Trujillo, Chiclayo.

Group tours: tourist bus Cusco Puno (max 50 people), Lake Titicaca (max 25 people).

Guides

Tours and excursions described in the program with English speaking guide.

Entrances

BTC (Cusco Tourist Ticket), which includes entrances to: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay, Chinchero, Pisac, Moray, Ollantaytambo, etc.

Entrance to Machu Picchu (2B, 2A, or 3B depending on availability).

Entrances to Uros, Taquile, and the Trujillo/Chiclayo area.

Meals

Breakfasts.

Lunch and breakfast during the Rainbow Mountain excursion.

Buffet lunch in Sicuani during the Cusco-Puno journey.

Full board during the two days at Lake Titicaca.

Assistance

On-site assistance during the trip, with a dedicated WhatsApp number, available 24/7.

The Service Does Not Include

Flights

Intercontinental flight.

Lima-Cusco and Juliaca-Lima flights.

Transport

Inca Rail 360° panoramic train for the return from Machu Picchu (40 dollars per person).

Insurance

Medical, luggage and cancellation insurance.

Meals

Lunches and dinners (except those explicitly indicated as included in the column above).

Entrances

Extra and optional entrances to Machu Picchu: Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, etc. (70 dollars per person, subject to availability at the time of booking).

Entrances to be paid on site: Qoricancha, Maras, Rainbow Mountain, archaeological sites along the Cusco-Puno route (about 35 dollars in total per person).

Tours

Activities and entrances during the free day in Lima.

Various

Anything not expressly stated in the section “ the service includes”.

Trip notes

During the high season – from June to September, Easter, the Christmas period and national holidays – prices may be subject to change.
The rooms at Lake Titicaca are very simple and do not have heating. However, they are cosy and warm thanks to the blankets provided. The bathrooms are shared and located outside, very close to the house. Running water is cold.

Responsible tourism

Through meals and accommodation at Lake Titicaca, you will directly support these projects and local families.

Visiting the salt flats of Maras means supporting a reality that still belongs to the local families and helps keep alive traditions and forms of community work that have endured for centuries.

Every person involved in the trip – guides, drivers, families, collaborators – is fairly compensated, contributing to creating a positive and lasting impact on the local area.

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Usually I organize trips by myself, and it is a part of the trip that I love: I want to choose everything and leave nothing to chance. This year, for a series of reasons, I decided to rely on an agency for the trip to Peru with my sister, and I could not have made a better choice. The thing I loved most is that PerùEtico built the trip exactly as I would have organized it, following my idea of travel. In August we experienced 15 intense days. We started from Lima and Cusco, then Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and the Colca Canyon, up to Arequipa, Huacachina and Paracas. It was a trip that made us fall in love with this country. All the guides, whom we met on our path, were always wonderful: knowledgeable, passionate and capable of telling about their land with a contagious affection. The organization was impeccable. The app was our compass: day-by-day schedule, times, tickets, and accommodations always accessible. Next to the app was Gianni, who assisted us throughout the trip, via Whatsapp, with rare availability and kindness. Any question was immediately answered. Thank you very much Gianni, you were our point of reference! We did not have a single problem. The transfers were always punctual, the guides wonderful, and we felt followed at every moment. Some experiences particularly impressed us. First of all Cusco: we fell in love with the city and its surroundings (do not miss the evening walk Myths and legends with Camilo, who will make you discover a fascinating and mysterious side of the city). Then the private tour in the Sacred Valley, with an extraordinary guide who told us about every place with passion. The Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain: we really appreciated this choice, because it is less beaten by mass tourism and for this reason even more exciting. Finally, the two days in the Colca Canyon, managed to perfection. A special mention goes to Taquile. We spent two days on Lake Titicaca hosted by a local family, sharing their daily life. It is the experience that remained most in our hearts. We loved everything about this trip. Peru is an incredible country and the Peruvian people are fantastic, welcoming, and smiling. PerùEtico knew how to let us experience it in the most beautiful way. We recommend it to anyone who dreams of this trip: you will be in excellent hands. Heartfelt thanks to the whole team! Emanuela and Elisa
      
     
     
     
     
     
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Together with my wife, I took a 12-day trip to Peru organized by Perù Etico. The trip was planned and customized by Emanuele in relation to our needs and requests. Emanuele proved to be a very empathetic person and extremely quick to respond to my emails in which I asked for information or other things. The organization of the tour was done very well, and all the bureaucratic part was also handled in a quick and efficient way. A very interesting idea is to create an always-updated app within which everything you need is included: itinerary, tickets, hotels, etc. etc. During the tour, we had constant and direct support from Camilo, who proved to be a very helpful person and attentive to managing the practical activities of the trip as well as any specific needs. Kudos also to the guides and drivers who supported us on this trip, knowledgeable, sociable, and very helpful, in particular to Louis and Edwin with whom we spent most of the time. The trip was overall very beautiful and interesting. If I have to indicate what we liked most, I would say Machu Picchu and the day-and-a-half experience in the home of a local family on the island of Taquile. Elisabeth and her family treated us very well and let us live an authentic experience on this beautiful island. Cristian
      
     
     
     
     
     
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We just returned from a beautiful trip to Peru, organized with great attention and with an itinerary that allowed us to truly discover the country. We particularly appreciated the preparation and availability of the guides, always attentive and capable of helping us get to know places, history, and culture in an engaging way. One of the best memories is certainly the day spent with a local family in Taquile: an authentic and very moving experience, which allowed us to get to know their daily life up close and which we will carry with us as one of the most special moments of the trip. Serious and reliable organization, which we definitely recommend!