This trip allows you to experience Peru in a fun and enriching way for all ages, with cultural activities in local communities. In 14 days, you will visit Lima, Paracas, the Ballestas Islands, Huacachina, Arequipa, the Colca Valley, Puno, the Lake, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu – a complete experience to explore the culture and history of the country in a relaxed and entertaining manner.
Lima, the "City of Kings," will greet you with its architecture and cuisine. A host will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel.
Lima (150 m)
In the morning, the team will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the bus terminal to travel to Paracas via the Panamericana Sur along the coast. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel, and in the afternoon, you will begin the tour of the Paracas National Reserve, where you will enjoy stunning views and flamingos on the shores of the sea.
Afterward, you will explore the desert and arrive at Lagunillas Beach for a lunch by the sea, before returning to Paracas.
Lima (150 m) – Paracas (30 m)
In the morning, we will head to the Paracas Bay to board the boat and take a tour to the Ballestas Islands, where we will observe sea lions, pelicans, penguins, and other seabirds. We will also visit "The Candelabra," a figure sculpted by erosion on the hill.
Afterward, we will travel to Ica to visit the Huacachina Oasis, where we will enjoy a quad bike ride through the dunes and try sandboarding. Afterward, we will continue our journey to Nazca, where we will spend the night.
Paracas (50 m) – Ica (330 m) – Huacachina Oasis (406 m)
After breakfast, we will head to the bus station to travel to Lima, where we will take you to the airport for your flight to Arequipa. Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel.
Ica (330 m) – Lima (150 m) – Arequipa (2,330 m)
In the afternoon, we will explore the most iconic places in Arequipa. We will start at the Carmen Alto viewpoint, where we will enjoy the view of the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes. Then, we will visit the Yanahuara district, known for its sillar arches.
Next, we will tour the Santa Catalina Monastery, the Plaza de Armas, the minor basilica of Arequipa, and the Church of the Society of Jesus, with its impressive neoclassical architecture. An optional visit is the Santuarios Andinos Museum.
Arequipa (2,330 m)
After lunch, we will leave your hotel heading to Puno, with our first stop at Pampa Cañahuas, where we will see vicuñas, llamas, and more. We will also visit "Patawasi," where we will have a coca tea and continue toward the Carlitos viewpoint, which offers panoramic views of the highlands.
The last stop will be at Lagunillas, a viewpoint where you can see the lagoons and Andean flamingos. Finally, we will arrive in Puno.
Patawasi (4,650 m) – Puno (3,800 m)
On this day, we will explore Lake Titicaca and its islands, starting with the floating Uros Islands, inhabited by the Aymara people. Then, we will head to Amantaní Island, where we will enjoy a typical lunch in rural homes.
We will visit the ceremonial centers of "Pachamama and Pachatta" with views of the Andes and the lake. On the way back, we will share dinner and participate in a folk dance with Andean music.
Puno (3,850 m) – Uros Island (3,850 m) – Amantaní (4,150 m)
In the morning, after having breakfast with the families in Amantaní, we will head to Taquile Island, where the locals still follow Inca traditions. Then, we will enjoy a typical island buffet lunch before returning to the port to board our boat back to Puno and continue to the hotel.
Puno (3,825 m) – Amantaní Island (4,150 m) – Taquile (4,050 m) – Puno
On this day, we will head to Cusco, crossing the Collao Plateau with a stop in Pucará. We will continue through the La Raya pass, enjoying beautiful landscapes and wildlife, until we reach the Raqchi Archaeological Center, an important Inca religious site.
Then, we will head to Andahuaylillas to visit the San Pedro Apostol Temple. Finally, we will arrive in Cusco and transfer to the hotel.
Puno (3,850 m) - La Raya Pass (4,350 m) – Cusco (3,330 m)
We will have the morning free, and in the afternoon, we will tour the city of Cusco, starting with the Cathedral located in the Plaza de Armas. Then, we will visit Qoricancha, an important ceremonial center for the Incas.
Later, we will head to the archaeological sites of Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Q'enqo, and Sacsayhuaman, famous for their perfectly fitted stone constructions.
Cusco (3,330 m) – Sacsayhuaman (3,700 m) – Cusco
In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel to head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where we will explore the villages by bicycle. The 16 or 21 km route will follow the Vilcanota River and pass through small agricultural settlements.
At the end of the ride, we will transfer by vehicle to the archaeological site of Pisac, where we will visit its ancient structures and the local craft market before returning to Cusco.
Cusco (3,330 m) – Sacred Valley (2,700 m) – Pisac (2,900 m) – Cusco
On this day, we will explore the Sacred Valley, starting in Chinchero, where we will see the main square and Inca ruins. Then, we will visit Moray, an agricultural complex with natural microclimates, and the Maras Salt Mines, which have over 4,500 pools where salt is traditionally produced.
We will end the day in Ollantaytambo, known for its Inca fortress, before taking the train to Aguas Calientes to spend the night.
Cusco (3,330 m) – Chinchero (3,830 m) – Moray – Maras Salt Mines – Aguas Calientes (2,000 m)
After breakfast, we will take the bus to Machu Picchu, a 20-minute ride to the entrance of the Inca citadel. With an expert guide, we will explore its plazas, roads, and neighborhoods, learning about its history.
After two hours of guided exploration, we will have free time to explore, and perhaps you can hike up Huayna Picchu Mountain. In the afternoon, we will return to Aguas Calientes, take the train to Ollantaytambo, and then transfer to Cusco.
Aguas Calientes (2,000 m) – Machu Picchu (2,400 m) – Ollantaytambo (2,792 m) – Cusco
On this day, we will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Lima, followed by your international return flight.
Cusco (3,400 m) – Return flight