Day 01: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings and the Larco Museum of Cultures

Lima - Begin an exclusive tour of Lima’s Historical Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Start at the Convent of Santo Domingo, where you can explore its historic university, the Universidad Mayor de San Marcos, and see the country’s oldest choir stalls and a library with rare 15th-century books. The site also houses the remains of notable saints. Walk through Plaza Mayor to view the Government Palace, Municipality, and the Cathedral, rich in colonial art. Finish with a visit to the Larco Museum, where you can discover ancient Peruvian cultures through its gold artifacts, textiles, and erotic ceramics, with access to the museum’s warehouse for a deeper look at their artistic heritage.

Day 02: Arequipa, the White City

Arequipa - In the afternoon, explore Arequipa, starting with the colonial San Lázaro neighborhood where the city was founded. Walk through its vibrant streets, visit the Carmen Alto viewpoint for panoramic views of the agricultural terraces and the Misti, Chachani, and Picchu-Picchu volcanoes. Next, tour the colonial Yanahuara district, known for its Andalusian-style church and arched observation point. Visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, a historic religious site with narrow streets and gardens reminiscent of Seville or Granada. Finally, head to the Plaza de Armas to see the Cathedral and surrounding arches, and visit the Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús, notable for its cloisters and the Dome of San Ignacio.

Day 03: The Volcanoes Route, Pampa Cañahuas and Chivay

Chivay - Embark on an adventure by land towards the spectacular Colca Valley. Take the route of the volcanoes, ascending by the side of the Chachani volcano, and enjoy a formidable view of the Misti and the Picchu volcanoes. The path crosses the vicuña reserve of Pampa Cañahuas, a high Andean habitat where the vicuñas live and are protected. The highest point of the journey reaches 4,900 meters above sea level at the Patapampa pass, from where you can appreciate the active volcano Sabancaya. Descend to the Colca Valley. Arrival and lodging. Lunch at the hotel. Free time to rest or enjoy a bath in the thermal waters in the area.

Day 04: Colca Canyon, Observation Point of the Cruz del Cóndor and Route to Puno

Colca Canyon - At dawn, head towards the observation point of the Cruz del Cóndor. Observe the majestic flight of the condors, huge Andean birds that are the symbol of the Andean countries. The view allows appreciation of the great dimension of the canyon, considered one of the world’s deepest canyons. Visit the towns of Maca and Yanque, which still preserve their colonial churches. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, depart by bus on a 6-hour and a half trip to the city of Puno. Arrival, assistance, and transfer to the hotel.

Day 05: The Titicaca Sacred Lake and its Islands

Lake Titicaca - In the morning, board a motorboat to visit the Uros, a community that sought refuge inside Lake Titicaca, fleeing the different cultures that arrived to dominate them. This community continues building their islands using ancient techniques and welcomes visitors to share their knowledge. Its people make a living from its visitors. Continue sailing towards the Island of Taquile. The community of this island has maintained its traditions, clothing, and way of life. It is one of the few Quechua communities in a region that is essentially Aymara, and they have remained untouched by modernity and its potential effects on their lives. They will welcome visitors with their music and dances. Lunch at a community restaurant, a simple meal but very rich in nutrients. Afterwards, take a walk around the surrounding areas to appreciate the beautiful view of Lake Titicaca. Return to the port of Puno. Transfer to the hotel.

Day 06: Route of the Altiplano

Cusco - Begin the journey to Cusco with a visit to the Museo de Lítico de Pucará, which features Pucará culture artifacts like monoliths and animal-shaped sculptures. Also see the colorful toritos de Pucará, which symbolize protection and fertility. Next, stop at La Raya, the highest point at 4,335 meters above sea level, marking the watershed between Lake Titicaca and the Amazonas basin. After lunch, head to Racchi to explore the ruins of the temple dedicated to the god Wiracocha. The final stop is the church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” for its elaborate ceiling and wall paintings. Arrive in Cusco and transfer to the hotel.

Day 07: Cusco, Capital of the Empire and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman

Cusco - In the morning, escape the crowds to explore Sacsayhuaman, a stunning citadel known for its massive structures and harmonious integration with the landscape. Next, visit Q’enqo, an Inca site with a unique altar for sacrifices carved into its rock formation. The journey will then take you to the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a remarkable monument integral to Andean cosmology.

In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive city tour starting at San Cristóbal Square for panoramic views. Explore San Pedro Market to experience local flavors and products. The next stop is the Qorikancha Temple, once covered in gold, followed by a visit to the artisans’ neighborhood of San Blas. Walk down Hatun Rumiyoc Street to see the Inca Roca Palace and the famous Twelve Angled Stone. Finally, visit the Plaza de Armas and The Cathedral, renowned for its colonial artwork.

Day 08: Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo - Visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Make a short stop in a textiles center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca plaza with its beautiful colonial church, continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch. Later, visit the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, visit the Temple of the Ten Windows, the Bath of the Princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures taken from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.

Day 09: Machu Picchu, the Lost City

Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu - The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Board at the Ollantaytambo station. Depart on the selected train. Arrive at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance from staff to board the bus that will ascend a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba river which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet visitors with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.

Day 10: Farewell

Cusco - Transfer to the airport. Departure to Lima to connect with the return flight home.

• All admission tickets on tours
• Shared transfer to the train station
• Private transfers from airport to hotels
• Shared Tours with English-Spanish speaking guide
• Lunch
• 9 nights of accommodation in selected hotels
• Daily breakfast
• Expedition or Vistadome train ticket depending on availability

• Drinks.
• Gratuities
• International and domestic flight tickets

• Guided in Bilingual service (guidance will be provided in Spanish and English)
• Machu Picchu has implemented new visitor circuits, with three main routes with specific differences to distribute passengers in various areas. These changes are intended to improve the visitor experience and preserve the integrity of the archaeological site. The circuit with route 2 will be given as priority and if it is not available, the options of taking circuit 3B or circuit 1B will be informed so that you can confirm your decision before the tickets are issued.
• The admission ticket of Machu Picchu is NOT REFUNDABLE and date changes or amendments are NOT accepted. *If you need to change your visit date, you will need to purchase a new entrance ticket.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.