Lima, Huacachina & Cusco in 9 Days

Depending on your flight schedule, our team will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Lima.

You will have free time to explore and discover the city’s attractions at your own pace.

Overnight: Hotel in Lima
Check-in: 12:00 PM | Check-out: 9:00 AM
Meals included: None

At the scheduled time, we will begin a tour of Lima, exploring its main attractions through three stages of its history.

Modern Lima
We will start with a stop at Parque Intihuatana along the Miraflores Boardwalk, enjoying a privileged view of the Pacific Ocean. Next, we will continue through the elegant residential districts of Miraflores and San Isidro. From the outside, we will admire Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca ceremonial center in the shape of a pyramid that has endured despite urban growth. We will then visit Parque El Olivar and the Financial Center area.

Colonial Lima
We will head to the Historic Center of Lima, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Here, in the 16th century, the core of the Spanish colony was established. We will visit Plaza San Martín, with its traditional balconies and historic houses, and then proceed to the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the city’s most emblematic buildings:

• Government Palace

• Lima Cathedral

• Archbishop’s Palace

• City Hall

• Desamparados Station, among others

We will also visit the Santo Domingo Convent, one of the most outstanding 17th-century convents, where the relics of three important Peruvian saints are preserved: Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres, and Saint John Macías.

At the end of the tour, you may choose to stay at the Indian Market or Larcomar to continue exploring, or return to your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Lima
Meals included: Breakfast

Early in the morning, at the scheduled time, we will depart by transport toward Paracas. After approximately 4 hours of travel, we will arrive at the port to board a speedboat to the Ballestas Islands, a natural sanctuary home to dolphins, sea lions, penguins, pelicans, and more than 200 species of migratory and resident birds. Along the way, we will observe the mysterious Candelabro, a massive geoglyph created using the same technique as the Nazca Lines, whose scale and depth continue to captivate visitors.

After a short break, we will continue to Ica for a tour of a local artisanal winery, where we will learn about the detailed process of producing wine and pisco, accompanied by a tasting session.

Next, we will head to Huacachina Lagoon, famously known as the “Oasis of the Americas,” to enjoy the stunning desert landscape surrounded by enormous sand dunes. Here, you will experience an exhilarating dune buggy ride across the dunes.

In the afternoon, we will begin our return to Lima. After approximately 5 and a half hours of travel, we will arrive in the city and transfer you to your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Lima
Meals included: Breakfast

Depending on your flight schedule, we will transfer you from your hotel to Lima Airport.

Upon arrival in Cusco, our team will welcome you at the airport and accompany you to your hotel, where you will be greeted with the traditional coca leaf tea.

You will have the afternoon free to rest and acclimate to the altitude.
Please note that Cusco is located at 3,399 meters (11,152 feet) above sea level.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco

Our adventure begins as we head to the charming town of Maras, known for its colonial architecture, peaceful streets, and panoramic views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Next, we will visit the Moray Archaeological Complex, famous for its mysterious circular terraces that functioned as an agricultural laboratory during the Inca era. It is believed that this site also served as a spiritual connection with Pachamama. We will enjoy a 40-minute guided tour to discover its history and ancestral purpose.

Afterward, we will explore the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a collection of over 3,000 salt ponds still harvested traditionally by local families. During a 1-hour guided visit, you will learn about the traditional extraction process, enjoy the unique landscape, and have the opportunity to purchase local products such as pink salt or handmade souvenirs.

We will return to Cusco via the same route

Today, you will explore the fascinating Sacred Valley of the Incas, also known as the Vilcanota Valley.

We will begin the day visiting the Pisaq Archaeological Complex, located high on a mountain. This impressive site features agricultural terraces and buildings distributed along the slopes and summit, creating a spectacular blend of architecture and landscape. Afterward, we will head to the artisan market, where you can admire a wide variety of traditional crafts.

Next, we will continue to Urubamba, where we will pause for lunch and enjoy typical Peruvian cuisine, including salads, soups, hot dishes, the renowned ceviche, and delicious desserts.

After lunch, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Complex, an ancient strategic center built to control access to the valley and protect it from potential invaders. You will have the opportunity to explore its narrow streets and gain a deeper understanding of its military, religious, and cultural significance during the Inca Empire.

At the end of the tour, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, a hotel representative will be waiting to accompany you to your accommodation.

Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Morning: At the scheduled time, our guide will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to the bus station. From there, we will ascend approximately 400 meters along a winding path for about 20 minutes until we reach the impressive world wonder: the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary, also known as the “Lost City of the Incas.”

Upon entering the citadel, you will begin a comprehensive guided tour of the most important points of the archaeological complex. We will spend approximately 2 and a half hours exploring its temples, plazas, terraces, and main sectors.

In the afternoon, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch at one of the many available restaurants (lunch not included). Afterwards, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, following the same route as the outbound journey. Upon arrival, a train representative will greet you and transfer you to the bus that will take you back to your hotel in Cusco.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco
Meals included: Breakfast