Discover Peru on a 14-day journey, visiting Lima, Machu Picchu, Paracas, the Ballestas Islands, Nasca, Arequipa, the Colca Valley, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley. This itinerary offers a complete experience of culture, history, and landscapes, so get ready to explore the most iconic destinations in the southern part of the country.
Lima stands out for its blend of colonial and modern architecture, including plazas, museums, and excellent cuisine. Upon arrival, a host will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Lima (150 m)
After breakfast, we will explore Lima, starting with the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral, and the Government Palace. Then, we will visit the exclusive neighborhoods of Miraflores and San Isidro; afterwards, we will have the afternoon free.
Lima (150 m)
In the morning, we will depart for Paracas, where we will take a boat to explore the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, pelicans, penguins, and other seabirds. We will also see "the Candelabra," a geoglyph over 2,500 years old.
Next, we will continue to Ica to visit the Huacachina Lagoon, where we will enjoy a buggy ride and try sandboarding on the dunes. Finally, we will travel by bus to Nazca.
Lima (150 m) - Paracas (50 m) - Ica (330 m)
After breakfast, we will depart for Nazca to visit the Chauchilla Necropolis, where ancient tombs with mummies can be found. You will also have the option to fly over the famous "Nazca Lines," geometric and zoomorphic figures.
In the afternoon, we will take a bus to Arequipa, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel upon arrival.
Ica (330 m) - Nazca (520 m) - Arequipa (2330 m)
In the morning, we will begin the tour at the Carmen Alto viewpoint, where you can see the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes. Then, we will visit the Yanahuara neighborhood and its sillar arches.
Next, we will continue to the Santa Catalina Monastery, the Main Square, the Arequipa Basilica, and the Church of the Society of Jesus, all of which showcase the city's rich architecture.
Optionally, you can visit the Andean Sanctuary Museum, which houses pre-Inca and Inca artifacts, including the famous mummy Juanita.
Arequipa (2330 m)
After breakfast, we will head to Chivay, passing through the Yura route and skirting the Chachani snow-capped peak. Along the way, we will stop at Pampa Cañahuas, where you can observe typical local wildlife.
Next, we will reach the Volcanoes Viewpoint, the highest point of the route (4950 m), where you can admire the Ampato and Hualca Hualca volcanoes, and from there, enjoy the view of the mountain range.
Finally, we will arrive in Chivay and transfer to the hotel. As an optional activity, you can relax in the "La Calera" hot springs.
Arequipa (2330 m) - Volcanoes Viewpoint (4950 m) - Chivay (3600 m)
In the morning, we will head to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, where we can observe condors in flight and enjoy the views of the canyon. On the return journey, we will pass through villages such as Yanque, Coporaque, and Achomas, which maintain ancestral traditions.
Next, we will visit the village of Maca with its church and cobblestone streets before returning to Chivay for lunch. After lunch, we will continue on to Puno.
Finally, we will arrive in Puno and transfer to your hotel so you can rest after a day full of experiences.
Chivay (3600 m) - Cruz del Cóndor (3800 m) - Chivay - Puno (3850 m)
We will visit Lake Titicaca, starting with the floating Uros Islands, where life revolves around fishing and craftsmanship. Then, we will explore Taquile, known for its textile traditions and its community that preserves Inca principles.
After enjoying a typical lunch in Taquile, we will return by boat to Puno and transfer to the hotel after experiencing a unique cultural adventure.
Puno (3850 m) - Uros Island (3850 m) - Taquile (4050 m) - Puno
In the morning, we will be on the road to Cusco, stopping at Pucará to see the famous "toritos" and crossing the Raya Pass, where we will observe highland wildlife. We will also visit the archaeological site of Raqchi and the San Pedro Church in Andahuaylillas.
Finally, we will arrive in Cusco and transfer to the hotel after a journey full of history and culture.
Puno (3850 m) - Abra de La Raya (4350 m) - Cusco (3330 m)
In the morning, we will have free time.
In the afternoon, we will begin our tour with the Cusco Cathedral and the Qoricancha Temple. Then, we will visit the archaeological sites of Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Q'enqo, and Sacsayhuamán, known for their stone structures.
We will end the day by returning to Cusco, having explored these important historical and cultural sites.
Cusco (3330 m) - Sacsayhuamán (3700 m) - Cusco
We depart early at 4:30 am towards Vinicunca with our guide. Along the way, we will stop in Cusipata for a buffet breakfast and see llamas and alpacas.
As we ascend, we will reach the Rainbow Mountain, where the guide will explain its geography and ecosystem, allowing us to connect with nature.
As an optional route, we have the Red Valley, where travelers must ascend further following the guide's instructions. Afterward, we will have lunch and return to Cusco.
Cusco (3330 m) - Rainbow Mountain (5036 m) - Cusco
On this day, we will begin our exploration of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting with Pisac, known for its impressive terraced architecture, plazas, bridges, and more. Then, we will head to the village to visit the traditional market and discover its culture.
Next, we will travel to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a typical lunch.
Later, we will explore the Ollantaytambo fortress, with its monumental Inca structures and panoramic views. Finally, we will head to the station to take the train to Aguas Calientes (the town of Machu Picchu), where we will be transferred to our hotel.
Cusco (3330 m) - Pisac (2950 m) - Ollantaytambo (2800 m) - Aguas Calientes (2000 m)
After breakfast, we will head to the bus station to take the transport to Machu Picchu, where we will have a 2-hour guided tour of the main points of the Inca citadel. We will have free time to explore, and if you wish, you can hike up Huayna Picchu Mountain.
We will then return to Aguas Calientes to take the train to Poroy, and from there, a car will take us to the hotel in Cusco.
Aguas Calientes (2000 m) - Machu Picchu (2400 m)
On this day, you will be transferred to the airport, where you will take your flight to Lima and later your international flight.
