Peru 16 Days / 15 Nights

Airport Transfer to Your Hotel in Lima

According to your flight schedule, our team will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Lima. You will have the afternoon free to start exploring the city at your own pace.

Important Tips:

Take advantage of the day to discover the most charming spots in Miraflores. Stroll through Kennedy Park, also known as “Cat Park,” and continue to Love Park to enjoy a peaceful moment overlooking the ocean. Walk along the Miraflores boardwalk, where you can admire the Pacific Ocean, and end your visit at Larcomar, a world-class shopping center built on a cliff with stunning sea views.

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 city tour of Lima, exploring its main attractions through three stages of its history.

Modern Lima

We will start with a stop at Intihuatana Park, located along the Miraflores boardwalk, where you will enjoy a privileged view of the Pacific Ocean. We will then continue through the elegant residential districts of Miraflores and San Isidro.

From the outside, we will observe Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca ceremonial center shaped like a pyramid that has endured despite the city’s urban growth. We will then proceed to El Olivar Park and the Financial Center area.

Colonial Lima

Next, we will head to Lima’s Historic Center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. In the 16th century, this area became the core of the Spanish colony.

We will visit San Martín Square, known for its traditional balconies and historic mansions, before arriving at the Main Square (Plaza de Armas), surrounded by Lima’s most emblematic buildings:

• Government Palace

• Lima Cathedral

• Archbishop’s Palace

• City Hall

• Desamparados Train Station, among others

We will also visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, one of the most important convents of the 17th century, where the relics of three renowned 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 on your own, or return to your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Lima
Meals included: Breakfast

Early in the morning, at the scheduled time, we’ll 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’ll marvel at 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’ll continue to Ica for a tour of a local artisanal winery, where we’ll learn about the detailed process of crafting wine and pisco, accompanied by a tasting session.

Next, we’ll 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’ll experience an exhilarating dune buggy ride across the dunes.

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

Overnight: Hotel in Ica
Meals included: Box Lunch

In the morning, at the scheduled time, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Nazca airstrip. Once on the runway, and if weather conditions permit, you will embark on a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines, one of humanity’s most fascinating enigmas.

The aerial tour will last approximately 35 minutes, giving you plenty of time to admire iconic figures such as the hummingbird, spider, monkey, dog, and even the astronaut, enjoying unique views from above.

In the evening, we will depart on an executive bus to Arequipa, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the journey.

Upon arrival at the bus station, our team will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Arequipa, where you can enjoy a free morning to rest and acclimate.

In the afternoon, at the scheduled time, we will begin a tour of the city’s main attractions, including the Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa Cathedral, the cloisters, Church of the Society of Jesus, San Francisco Complex, and the viewpoints of Carmen Alto and Yanahuara, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

Overnight: Hotel in Arequipa
Meals included: Breakfast

At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel and head to the impressive Colca Canyon. Along the way, we will pass through notable sites such as Chachani, Pampa de Arrieros, Pampa Cañahuas, and the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, where you can spot vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas, iconic species of the region.

We will continue through Vizcachani, Pampas de Tocra, and the Andes Viewpoint, enjoying spectacular highland landscapes. After lunch, we will descend to Chivay, the main town and capital of the Caylloma province. After checking in at the hotel, you will have free time to have lunch (lunch not included).

Later, you can visit the La Calera hot springs, rich in sulfur and iron, perfect for relaxation and rest (optional). The afternoon and evening are free for you to enjoy dinner (not included).

Overnight: Hotel in Chivay
Meals included: Breakfast

In the morning, at the scheduled time (around 7:00 AM), our guide with transport will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the main port, where you will board a speedboat to visit the exclusive floating islands of Uros and Taquile, located 6 km from Puno. The Uros people were one of the oldest cultures to inhabit Lake Titicaca and used a water plant called totora to create floating islands. The dense roots of these plants support the islands. The residents use totora to build their islands, homes, and cooking areas. The Uru culture emerged over 3,000 years ago, originally speaking the Uro-Puquina language; today, the Uros speak Aymara, a language even older than the Incas. There are 90 artificial islands, and totora rafts are the only means of transport.

Next, we will visit Taquile Island, located in the main lake, 37 km from Puno, formerly called “Intiqa Island.” Upon arrival, we will take a 40-minute walk, enjoying the scenic views along the way, including Lake Titicaca and the Andean mountains. Taquile is famous for its artisanal production, especially its beautiful textiles. It is also remarkable that Inca moral principles such as Ama Llulla (do not lie), Ama Q’ella (do not be idle), and Ama Sua (do not steal) are still practiced and upheld by the inhabitants. Today, Taquile Island is home to approximately 2,000 residents.

On Taquile, we will pause to enjoy a delicious lunch at a typical island restaurant, featuring dishes prepared with fresh Lake Titicaca fish.

Overnight: Hotel in Puno
Meals included: Breakfast and traditional lunch

n the morning, our transport will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the bus station to begin the famous Ruta del Sol, a scenic route connecting Puno with Cusco, visiting the most emblematic sites and breathtaking landscapes along the way.

The first stop will be Pukara, where we will explore the culture of this ancient town, with over 300 years of history, its temple, and its unique museum. Before lunch, we will visit La Raya, the highest point of the route and the natural border between Puno and Cusco, offering spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains and excellent photo opportunities.

Our next stop will be Sicuani, where we will enjoy a typical Peruvian lunch. We will then continue to the Raqchi Archaeological Center, a temple built in honor of the god Wiracocha, where remnants of the Inca and Wari cultures can be admired.

The final destination will be the town of Andahuaylillas, famous for its 16th-century church, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas,” renowned for its murals, wall and ceiling paintings, and its organ decorated with angels and cherubs, a work by the renowned artist Tadeo Escalante.

By late afternoon, we will arrive in Cusco, where our driver will transfer you to your hotel for the night.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

This day is free for you to relax, shop, or explore the attractions of Cusco at your own pace.

Important Tips:
Take the opportunity to visit Cusco’s various museums, such as the Inka Museum, Machu Picchu Museum, Regional Historical Museum, Chocolate Museum, Museum of Popular Art, Qoricancha Museum, and the Coca Leaf Museum, among others.

Stroll through the picturesque San Blas neighborhood, known as the artisans’ district, and admire art inspired by the Cusco School, one of the most important artistic movements in the Americas. You can also visit the San Pedro Market, perfect for buying local products and souvenirs at affordable prices.

Don’t miss the Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo, where you can enjoy a show of traditional music and dances from the region. The show starts at 6:00 PM, and it is recommended to arrive at least 40 minutes early to queue. General admission costs S/ 25 per person, but if you have the general tourist ticket, entry is free.

For dining, the Plaza de Armas offers several restaurants with delicious local cuisine, such as Chicha and Tunupa. You can also try Cholos Grill, located on Plateros Street, offering tasty dishes at very reasonable prices.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco
Meals included: Breakfast

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

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.

Estimated arrival time: 3:00 PM