Upon arrival in Lima, you'll be greeted by our team at the airport and transferred to your selected hotel. A representative will provide a detailed explanation of your itinerary and give you a documentation kit for your adventure. In the evening, enjoy the Magic Water Circuit, a spectacular show of lights, sound, and water in Lima.
Early in the morning, depart to visit the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, guano birds, and Humboldt penguins. Continue to Ica to visit El Catador a typical wine estate, where you'll learn about the production of wine and pisco. After lunch (not included), visit the Oasis of Huacachina and enjoy dune buggy rides. Stay overnight at a hotel near the oasis.
Overnight in Huacachina
Travel from Huacachina to Nazca by bus. Visit the Chauchilla Necropolis, then return to Nazca before taking a bus to Arequipa. Arrive late at night and transfer to your hotel for rest.
Optional Overflight Nazca
Overnight at Arequipa
Depart for the impressive Colca Canyon, passing through the Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve and the Volcanoes' Viewpoint. Reach Chivay for lunch (not included) and then enjoy the Calera hot springs (entry not included).
Overnight in Chivay
Early morning visit to the Condor's Cross viewpoint for spectacular views of the canyon and condors. Stop at Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque to see their colonial churches (lunch not included). In the afternoon, travel to Puno. Transfer to hotel in Puno
Overnight in Puno
Take a speedboat to visit the floating Uros Islands, learning about their customs and visiting local homes. Continue to Taquile Island for a 40-minute hike to the main square. After lunch, return to Puno by boat.
Transfer to the bus station for the Sun Route journey to Cusco. Visit the Pukara Lithic Museum, the La Raya Pass, and the Raqchi archaeological complex. Enjoy a buffet lunch at La Pascana and visit the Andahuaylillas Church, known as the Sistine Chapel of America. Continue to Cusco and transfer to your hotel
Explore the Sacred Valley, visiting the Pisaq archaeological site and its local market. Continue to Urubamba for lunch and then to Ollantaytambo to explore the fortress. Board a train to Aguas Calientes.
Transfer to hotel in Aguas Calientes
Early visit to Machu Picchu with a 2-hour guided tour. Return to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and explore the town before taking the train to Ollantaytambo and then a transfer to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco
Travel to Cusipata for breakfast (included) and then continue to the starting point for the Rainbow Mountain hike. The trek takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach the viewpoint. After a guided explanation, descend and enjoy lunch (included) before returning to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco
Option available to modify the tour to visit Humantay Lagoon. Consult with our travel advisor.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima.
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