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Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley of the Incas, Rainbow Mountain, Lake Titicaca with local families, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Nasca and Paracas
From one end of Peru: Cusco the ancient Inca capital, Machu Picchu the lost city, the legendary Sacred Valley of the Incas, the spectacular Lake Titicaca, the Colca Canyon, Arequipa and its colonial architecture, Nasca with its mysterious lines and finally a little ‘sea and unspoiled nature with the nature reserve of Paracas and the fantastic islands Ballestas. All accompanied by visits to community and local realities to really get on tiptoe in the spirit of this country.
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
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.
At dawn, departure by minibus with other tourists from Puno towards Chivay. Along the route we will admire the landscapes of the plateau and some lakes in the Lagunillas area, rich in Andean fauna such as alpacas, llamas, vicuñas, and birds. We will make a stop at Patapampa, the highest point at 4910 meters, which offers a spectacular view of the surrounding volcanoes. We will then arrive in Chivay, gateway to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the world. In the afternoon, we can relax at the thermal springs of La Calera, immersing ourselves in natural pools with medicinal waters between 35°C and 38°C. Night at the hotel.
Departure at dawn to reach the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, from where we will be able to observe up close the majestic flight of the Andean condor. On the way back to Chivay we will stop in the unique villages of Maca and Yanque and at various viewpoints from which we will be able to admire the spectacular terraces of the Colca and the breathtaking landscapes of the valley. We will then continue the journey by minibus and arrive in Arequipa in the afternoon, crossing the Salinas and Aguada Blanca natural reserve. Night at the hotel.
Free day in Arequipa, the “white city”. We recommend not missing: the Santa Catalina Monastery with its evocative narrow streets and colorful courtyards, the Museum of Andean Sanctuaries where the Juanita Mummy is preserved, the lively and colorful San Camilo market, and the delicious typical dishes of the local cuisine. In the evening transfer to the bus station, where we will take a high-quality bus (heating, air conditioning, chemical toilet, DVD, onboard assistance) direct to Nasca, with expected arrival at dawn the following day.
Note: for those who are not interested in the flyover of the Nasca Lines, it is possible to go directly to the Huacachina Oasis, an ideal place to practice sandboarding on the dunes or explore the desert aboard a “dune buggy” admiring the sunset.
Upon arrival in Nasca, meeting at the bus station with our local representative. Free time available to have breakfast (not included) and transfer to the airport for the flyover of the Nasca Lines, lasting about 45 minutes. At the end of the flyover, return to the bus station in good time to continue the journey towards Paracas. Upon arrival, meeting with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.
After breakfast we will go to the port of Paracas for a group excursion to the Ballestas Islands. During the navigation we will observe up close Humboldt penguins, sea lions, seals, and an extraordinary variety of aquatic birds. At the end of the excursion we will visit, with our private guide, the Museum of Paracas and the National Reserve, famous for its spectacular desert landscapes and local fauna. In the afternoon, journey by scheduled bus towards Lima. Upon arrival, meeting with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Night at the hotel.
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 per person, in US dollar
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.
Journey by minibus with other tourists along the Puno-Chivay and Chivay-Arequipa routes.
Scheduled bus equipped with all comforts along the Arequipa-Nasca, Nasca-Paracas, and Paracas-Lima routes.
Accommodations
Accommodation in standard category structures – comparable to a 3-star – twin or double room with private bathroom.
One night on Lake Titicaca in the house of a local family (private room, shared bathrooms).
Tours
Private tours: City tour of Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Paracas Reserve.
Group tours: tourist bus Cusco Puno (max 50 people), Lake Titicaca (max 25 people), Colca Canyon (max 16 people), Ballestas (max 40 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, Pisac, Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo, etc.
Entrance to Machu Picchu (2B, 2A, or 3B depending on availability).
Entrances to Uros, Taquile, Colca Canyon, Paracas Reserve and Museum, Ballestas Islands.
Meals
Breakfasts.
Lunch and breakfast during the excursion to the Rainbow Mountain.
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 dedicated WhatsApp number, available 24/7.
Flights
Intercontinental flight.
Lima-Cusco flight.
Flyover of the Nasca lines with a light aircraft (115/120 dollars per person to be paid directly on site).
Transport
360° Inca Rail panoramic train back 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).
Breakfast in Nasca.
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, Calera thermal baths (about 40 dollars in total per person).
Tours
Activities and entrances during free days in Arequipa and Lima.
Various
Boarding taxes at the bus station in Arequipa (about 5 soles per person).
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.
