Lima may be the political capital of Peru, but when it comes to gastronomy, it is one of the capitals of the world! Food is certainly going to be a theme during your stay in Lima that’s for sure. On arrival in this culinary paradise, your private guide will be waiting at the airport to transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Unearth the city’s treasure trove of fantastic restaurants and bars at your leisure. Restaurants Astrid & Gaston or Central are just two of many in the city which regularly rank among the top 100 in the world. Lima has some of the best eateries and food markets in Latin America which you can explore while also taking in the history behind the streets which house them.

Included: Transfer from Lima airport to your hotel; Accommodation in Lima. (Meals – None).

This fascinating walking tour will help you gain a little insight into the local Limeño culture and history. After being picked up from your hotel at 9 am, the taxi will take you to the Miraflores market, where Peruvian merchants will enlighten you on the local produce and outline the different types of potatoes, corn, and fruits that can be found in Peru. Feel free to grab some samples and don’t forget to try the coca leaves!

Following a short meander through the market, you will then hop on the public bus ‘Metropolitano’ to the historic center, where you can admire grand colonial buildings. The Historic Center of Lima has been the seat of the Colonial and Republican governments since the Spanish foundation of the city in 1535 and is also an important indigenous center. Until the 1940s, it also housed Peru’s richest and most influential families. As you stroll through the city center, pay attention to the changing style of architecture and the beautiful interior balconies.

Upon arriving in Plaza San Martin, you will taste some delicious Peruvian pastries before heading to the main square. There, you will stop by a small outlet of the ChocoMuseum and will receive fun facts and information about the process of transforming the cocoa bean into the delicious chocolate that you will be savoring. Following this tasty treat, the tour will proceed to the Cordano Bar, where you will taste a typical Peruvian drink, the Chicha Morada, made from sweet purple corn. From here, you can either grab the Metropolitano bus back to Miraflores or you are welcome to stay in the historic center to continue exploring on your own terms.

Included: Private excursion with Guide, Public Transport, Chicha Morada and Food tasting; Accommodation in Lima. (Meals – Breakfast).

Note: The entrance to the Cathedral and San Francisco Church are not included. Around USD 8 p.p

Leaving Lima behind, you will continue your journey by bus to Paracas, the drive is approximately 4 hours long. Depending on the time of day, traffic, and time of your departure, you’ll be met by your private transfer vehicle with Spanish speaking driver/assistance who will make sure to get you to the bus terminal 1 hour prior with plenty of time for check-in and boarding.

Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to your hotel in Paracas. Then you will be picked up from your hotel in Paracas by your local guide. Then you will be transferred to the Paracas harbor located nearby. At the Paracas dock, you will board a boat equipped with life vests and comfortable seats. You will leave then towards the Ballestas Islands. Along the way you will see the famous figure known as The Candelabro, an enigmatic design etched on the desert floor hundreds of years ago. The Candelabro is overlooking the Ocean, so here you will have the chance to take pictures, as well as to learn about the most popular theories about it. Afterward, you will continue to the Ballestas Islands, which are inhabited by an amazing marine life, with over 200 types of migratory and resident birds, including Peruvian Pelicans, Belcher’s gulls, Humboldt penguins, guanay cormorants, red-legged cormorants, Inca terns, Peruvian boobies, turkey vultures, among others. In addition, you will also see around the Islands hundreds of sea lions resting at the beaches, sleeping on the rocks, or swimming nearby. The Islands also provide shelter to the shy Humboldt penguins which are usually seen at the entrances of small caves near the cliffs. After touring around the islands for about 1 hour you will return to the Paracas harbor and to your hotel.

Included: Private transfer to the bus station, Public bus to Paracas, Group excursion to Ballestas Islands, Entrance fee; Accommodation in Paracas. (Meals – Breakfast).

Renting a bike is the best way to explore the wonderful Paracas Peninsula and take in some splendid scenery. The stated price is for a full day rental of the bikes and with this you will receive full biking equipment including helmets and a map of Paracas to help you get your bearings. After a brief set of safety instructions, you will be free to cycle around the Peninsula enjoying the stunning rocky and arid coastline. Free from tour group restraints you can race down the roads or pedal at your leisure along the tranquil, beautiful and safe Paracas Peninsula.

Included: Mountain bike private excursion, Entrance fee; Accommodation in Paracas. (Meals – Breakfast).

Today a the arranged time, you will be taken to the bus station to begin your journey to Nazca! Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel where the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Included: Private transfer to the bus station, Public bus to Nazca, Private transfer from bus station to your hotel; Accommodation in Nazca. (Meals – Breakfast).

Morning at leisure to take our optional tour : Overflight of Nasca Lines.

You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the aerodrome to take the Overflight to Nazca lines. Your English speaking pilot will proceed to give you a briefing about this air tour and also will give you a map of the archaeological zone, which shows all the figures you will see from the air.

After some basic information about the Lines and safety instructions, you will board the airplane and will take off. In a matter of just 2 minutes you will be flying over the Nazca Lines zone. The first figure you will see from the air will be the whale. This beautiful marine deity is located on the eastern part of the archaeological complex, and was drawn over a big rectangular figure. The next figure you will see is a triangle, which appears over a small hill featuring 3 points. Some kilometers further west you will find one of the strangest creatures on the Nazca desert ‘The Astronaut’. Later on you will fly over the monkey figure, an enormous drawing that measures about 90 meters in length; then you will find the spider, a figure that according the local knowledge, represents the fertility and water. Some meters away you will find the huge condor figure, featuring a straight line that crosses its wings and points towards the place where the sun sets every year on summer solstice. Also, you will appreciate different figures like the flamingo, the parrot, and several geometric designs around the beautiful valley of Ingenio. After flying over these wonderful figures, you will return to the aerodrome and will be transferred back to your hotel.

Keep in mind that the aircraft will move a lot and tilt so that the figures can be seen. This movement can cause dizziness, if you suffer from motion sickness, it is recommended that you take precautions such as avoiding eating before the overflight and/or taking a pill.

Included: Accommodation in Nazca. (Meals – Breakfast).

Morning at leisure to discover Nazca by your own.

Private transfer to the bus station to take your bus towards Arequipa. Arrival and private transfer to your hotel.

Included: Private transfer with assistance at bus station, 1st Class tourist bus to Arequipa, Private transfer with assitance from bus station to your hotel; Accommodation in Arequipa. (Meals – Breakfast).

Our self-guided walking tours of Arequipa will allow you to explore the ins and outs of the charming city of Arequipa. The guide includes 4 walking tours designed for you to enjoy many different aspects of this beautiful city. These are: Highlights of Arequipa: a 3-hour walking tour that ticks off all of Arequipa’s famous highlights; the Daily Life of Arequipa, which guides you through the hustle and bustle of Arequipa’s local spots; a Cultural tour of Arequipa, that leads you to discover the city’s cultural heritage, both colonial and modern and finally; the Nightlife of Arequipa, so you know where to stop off for a drink or a fun night out with your friends. This guide will take you off the beaten track and also includes a section on recommended restaurants and Arequipa’s best activities with kids.

Included: Self guided tour; Accommodation in Arequipa. (Meals – Breakfast).

After an early breakfast in Arequipa, today involves traveling almost 100 miles where your journey will take you up a further 6562 ft. above sea level. As you leave Arequipa, it won’t be long before you get an idea of the range of landscapes ahead of you. The huge El Misti Volcano, flanked by the third largest volcano, the Chachani Volcano and the Pichu Pichu Volcano is quite the leaving party as you bid farewell to the White City.

The beginning of the journey to the Colca Canyon is dotted with small traditional villages where you can see the brightly colored clothing typical of this region. The road then keeps going up and up and up some more! You’ll stop for a short break at a traditional Andean community where we recommend that you drink some mate de coca (tea made with coca leaves) that helps to fight the symptoms of altitude sickness. Entering the altiplano, you will be treated to views of serene lakes with migrant birds and llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicuñas wandering through the Peruvian Andes. After this amazing trip, you will arrive in the friendly town of Chivay where you can have lunch, buy some snacks and drinks and walk around a bit before going on to the hotel. Due to the altitude of Chivay at almost 12,000ft. above sea level, it’s important that you drink a lot of water and take it easy. Luckily for you, the beautiful scenery and fresh air make just sitting on a rock and admiring your surroundings an enjoyable activity in itself. You’ll soon arrive at your accommodation where the rest of the afternoon and evening is free to spend at your leisure.

Included: Transportation from Arequipa to Chivay with a guide; Accommodation in Colca Canyon. (Meals – Breakfast).

Leaving early in the morning, you’ll head to the famous El Mirador (The Lookout) at Cruz del Condor. Situated high on a cliff at the deepest point of the canyon, which in itself is cavernous and is twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in the United States, the Cruz del Condor offers fantastic views of both the canyon and the immense Andean Condors flying over the abyss below. With the largest wingspan of any land bird as well as being one of the world’s longest-living birds, the Incas believed the Andean Condors to be immortal. The Condors are generally at their most active in the morning, so the earlier you get there, the more likely you are to see them and have this magical moment to yourself with fewer people around.

On the way back to your accommodation in the Colca Canyon, you will stop off at the traditional village of Pinchollo and the Andean community of Maca where you will be able to explore some of the local handicrafts and soak up some more valley views. You will then continue along the winding roads before reaching the small village of Yanque which has one of the most beautiful churches in all of the Colca Valley. Arriving at your accommodation, the rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure where you can take advantage of optional tours or make your own way to some of the natural hot springs in the area. If you are looking for the adventure to continue you can spend the afternoon hiking with a guide down into the canyon itself (if you feel fit enough). There is a lot of agricultural activity on the terraced working grounds and the views of farmers working in the fields, with the canyon mountains in the background, are unforgettable.

Included: Transport with a guide to the Cruz del Condor, Colca Canyon entrance fee; Accommodation in Colca. (Meals – Breakfast).

It’s time to hit the road again as you make your way to the town of Puno at Lake Titicaca where the journey will take you right across the endless highland plains where you’ll be treated to stunning views of Peru’s diverse landscapes. Upon arrival at Lake Titicaca passengers staying at Comfort and Superior class accommodation will head towards your hotel where you’ll have the remainder of the day free to spend at your leisure.
Passengers in Luxury Class will be privately taken to Titilaca lodge, located on the lakeside and that offers impressive views over Lake Titicaca’s beautiful waters. As a result of Puno’s altitude we highly recommend having a light dinner this evening at your hotel.

For Comfort & Superior Included: Transportation from Colca Canyon to Puno at Lake Titicaca; Accommodation in Lake Titicaca. (Meals – Breakfast).

For Luxury Included: Transportation from Colca Canyon to Puno at Lake Titicaca; Accommodation in Titicaca Lodge. (Meals – Breakfast, Dinner).

This day passengers staying at Comfort and Superior class accommodation will head towards Suasi Island and the ones in Luxury class will enjoy their included activities at Titilaka lodge.

For Comfort and Superior class: The departure will be at 7 am from the main harbor. En route to Suasi Island, you will visit Uros and Taquile Islands, staying on each island for about 45 minutes to have a cultural interaction with the locals. You will arrive at Suasi island at around 11.15 am when you will be welcomed and be introduced to the staff and property. In the afternoon you have the chance to go on a 2 hours trek to Mount Itapilluni or enjoy the hotel’s spa. After dinner the hotel offers and a 1-hour activity called Lake Titicaca at Night.

Included: Land and water transfer to Suasi Island with a visit to Uros and Taquile Islands in group service; Entrance fees; Accommodation in Suasi Island. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).

For Luxury class: At Titicaca lodge, you can choose different activities included at your lodge.

Included: Excursions included at Titicaca Lodge; Accommodation in Puno. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).

For Comfort and Superior class: At Suasi Island, you can go on a canoeing activity along Lake Titicaca, which lasts 1 hour. Departure to Puno is at 12.30 pm, the boat journey will take approx 3 hours and a box lunch will be provided for this trip. Arrival in Puno and group transfer to your hotel.

Included: Land and water group transfer to the hotel in Puno; Accommodation in Puno. (Meals – Breakfast).

For Luxury class: At Titicaca lodge, you can choose your included excursions.

Included: Excursions included at Titicaca Lodge; Accommodation in Puno. (Meals – Breakfast).

Today at the arranged time, you will be taken to the bus station to begin your journey to Cusco. If you like to upgrade your experience, there is also available a Luxury Train from Puno to Cusco that departs on specific days of the week. (Optional).

Leaving Puno and Lake Titicaca behind, you’ll start your journey by a comfortable tourist bus to Cusco. The drive is approximately 10.5 hours long and you’ll stop off along the route at some of the most beautiful and authentic locations. Stopping at the once-great pre-Hispanic city of Pukara, characterized by its huge pyramids, you will visit the lithic Museum where several artifacts of this period can be admired. The village is also known for its traditional ceramics known as “Toritos de Pukara”. Following your tour of Pukara, which will last around 35 minutes, you’ll board the tourist bus and head towards your next stop at La Raya. At 14,222 ft (4,335 m) above sea level, this marks the highest point of the route and is here where the Vilcanota River otherwise known as, the Sacred River of the Incas, is born and flows down through the mountains before joining the Amazon River.

The tour lasts around 10 minutes before continuing your journey to the fascinating archaeological complex of Raqchi. Stare in amazement at the monumental size of Raqchi and its temple, which has walls reaching up to 49 ft (15 m) and is unique in the Inca Empire. The tour of Raqchi lasts for around 40 minutes and then you will continue to the last stop before arriving at Cusco, Andahuaylillas. This charming 16th Century village has a beautiful Main Square with the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas; the pride of the town and its people. It is one of the most beautiful Baroque churches built under Spanish influence in the Americas and is often referred to as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas”. Your tour of Andahuaylillas will last for about 25 minutes before the tour bus takes you to the final destination of the Capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco.

Upon arrival to Cusco, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel located in the historical center and within walking distance of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Plaza de Armas, the main square of Cusco. Cusco is a place that has it all, busy local markets, grand colonial architecture, rich archeological history, relaxed café’s, beautiful surrounding scenery, and much more. The evening is free for you to spend at your leisure and with many excellent Cusco restaurants to choose from.

Included: Private transfer to the bus station, Touristic bus from Puno to Cusco, Entrance fees, Private transfer with assistance from Cusco´s bus station to your hotel; Accommodation in Cusco. (Meals – Breakfast).

Walk around the Imperial City of the Incas, starting at the local market of Cusco, where you will experience a bit of Peruvian Culture and daily Cusqueño life. In the market, you can find the best variety of vegetables, bread, and fruits in the country. Continuing this pleasant walk you’ll visit the impressive Colonial Cathedral in Cusco containing over 400 paintings from the Cusqueña School and several beautiful altars. Afterward, you’ll visit Koricancha, which is considered a religious center of Cusco, geographical and political. The Temple of Koricancha, was where the Inca paid homage to the Sun god called Inti. Qori means goldwork and Kancha means an enclosed space, bounded by walls. Then you’ll walk uphill a bit to enter the artisan quarter of San Blas, where you’ll be able to appreciate a religious painting and many workshops where, if they are available, you can watch artisans in action. After this, you’ll return to your hotel.

Included: Walking city tour with San Blas neighborhood and San Pedro market with a private guide; Accommodation in Cusco. (Meals – Breakfast).

After being picked up from your hotel your tour will start with a brief pit stop at the Mirador de Qorao or Awanacancha before heading up to Pisac. A famed hill town, Pisac is a great place to purchase top quality Andean knitwear at lower prices than you will find in major cities during your trip to Peru. Woven blankets, tapestries, and alpaca garments such as sweaters and mittens, colorful fabric, and accessories are found in abundance at the Pisac market in addition to pottery, jewelry, and other handicrafts. Then, you will visit the archaeological site of Pisac. You will go to the ‘Tanqanamarca Cemetery’, where existed an estimated 10000 burials and to the ‘Qantusraqay neighborhood’ area, for farmers. It is composed of rustic stone buildings built on the edges of the cliffs. Afterward, you will go for a buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley, set in extensive gardens with beautiful views across the Valley. Then, you continue to an attractive little town located at the western end of the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo. The town has been built on top of original Inca foundations and is the best surviving example of Inca town planning.

The temple area is at the top of steep terracing which helped to provide excellent defenses. The stone used for these buildings was brought from a quarry high up on the opposite side of the Urubamba River – an incredible feat involving the efforts of thousands of workers.

Included: Full day to the Sacred Valley with group guide and transport, Entrance fees; Accommodation in Sacred Valley. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch).

Day at leisure to take our optional tour: Moray and Salineras

This excursion will allow you to discover and explore the wonderful Incan sites of Moray and Maras. At Moray, you can see pre-Inca and Inca ruins, mostly consisting of several enormous circular depressions potentially used as agricultural terraces, with a complex system of irrigation. The site with the Quechua name “muyus” is the deepest pit, with a depth of 30m (100ft). These ruins are remnants of the Inca age; they seem to have been some sort of agricultural experimentation center in which the Incas re-created microclimates on every terrace. From Moray, you will head towards Maras, where you will find the ‘Salineras’, a wonder of hydraulic engineering and a must for photographers. The saltpans are set on overhanging cliffs and command spectacular views of the Andean mountains and the Urubamba River below. Hidden behind several layers of lush green mountains, these snow-white salt pans will stun you with their beauty, as they reflect the sun like white gold.

Included: Accommodation in Sacred Valley. (Meals – Breakfast).

After breakfast, your private transfer will pick you up from your accommodation in the Sacred Valley and take you to the Inca town of Ollantaytambo. We recommend exploring the beautiful cobblestone streets, the colorful textiles, and charming cafes before your train leaves for Machu Picchu. Boarding the Vistadome train from the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes shaves 2 hours off what normally is a 4-hour journey from Cusco, beginning at the most beautiful part of the stretch, leaving from Ollantaytambo. The Vistadome train has a glass viewing dome, with large windows allowing you to see from the peaks of the Andes as they fall down into the flowing rivers on the valley floor, all from the 1st Class comfort of your seat.

Arriving at your hotel of choice in Aguas Calientes at the foot of Machu Picchu, we recommend that you spend a few hours exploring this quaint little town, connected to the world by train. Situated in a deep gorge below Machu Picchu the charm of Aguas Calientes scattered in its cobblestone streets lined by small local restaurants and shops, enclosed by steep cliffs, a misty cloud forest, and two rushing rivers. We suggest having an early dinner tonight as tomorrow you’ll have an early start going to Machu Picchu at sunrise.

Included: Private transfer from Sacred Valley to Ollantaytambo train station, Expedition train ticket for Comfort clas, Vistadome train ticket to Aguas Calientes; Accommodation in Aguas Calientes. Meals – Breakfast).

Your private guide will accompany you to the Guard Shack at Machu Picchu where you’ll get the best view of this World Wonder, as well as an extended tour and explanation of the history, surrounding areas, and the sacred legend of Machu Picchu. The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu keeps a profound essence of sacred and mystery, which harmonizes with the natural landscape, being a place of great scientific and cultural significance as an expression of the architectural development of Inca culture.

A gourmet lunch is provided by the Sanctuary Lodge at Machu Picchu and then you’ll begin your journey to the Inca Capital of Cusco. Taking the Vistadome train from Aguas Calientes you’ll head through the dramatic landscape of the Sacred Valley until you reach Cusco. Having acclimatized to the altitude the last few days, Cusco’s altitude (11,150ft. above sea level) should be no problem at all at this point, allowing you to really get out and enjoy the town this evening, or get some rest at one of our lovely boutique hotels in Cusco.

Included: Half-day private guided tour of Machu Picchu with transport, private guide and entrance fees, Expedition train ticket to Cusco for Comfort class. Vistadome train ticket to Cusco; Transfer from the train station to your accommodation in Cusco; Accommodation in Cusco. (Meals – Breakfast, Lunch).

Private transfer from your hotel to the airport to take a flight back home.

Included: Private transfer with Transport and Guide to the airport. (Meals – Breakfast).