DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN LIMA
Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel, rest.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 02: CITY TOUR COLONIAL AND MODERN LIMA (B)
Breakfast.
09:30 hrs We begin our tour at the Huaca Pucllana with a panoramic view of this important ceremonial center belonging to the Lima culture. We head towards the center of Lima, passing through the different neighborhoods of San Isidro, Lince and Cercado. We will appreciate the Palace of Justice, Museum of Lima, Museum of Italian Art, French Palace and Plaza San Martín. Our pedestrian visit begins in the Plaza de Armas where in addition to appreciating the Cathedral of Lima, Municipal Palace, Government Palace, Archbishop's Palace; We will have free space to take photos of the attractions. We will enter the Convent of San Francisco and visit one of the main attractions, its catacombs, which are a series of underground passages under the church, where the ancient inhabitants of the city were buried and where the remains of 25,000 people are found. Finally we will have a panoramic view of the Parque del Amor, Pacific Ocean and Larcomar. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 03: LIMA / PARACAS | BALLESTAS ISLANDS & ICA CITY TOUR + LA HUACACHINA LAGOON – NAZCA (D)
Appropriate time transfer to the bus station.
05:15 hrs Departure by Regular Bus to Paracas with Full Equipment. (4 hrs trip)
08:30 hrs Arrival in Paracas. Reception at the terminal and transfer to the port.
09:00 hrs You will leave for the Ballestas Islands in modern gliders where you can see El Candelabro; a large geoglyph that serves as a lighthouse for navigators and was related to the Nazca Lines. The Ballestas Islands are made up of rock formations where there is an important marine fauna with guano birds such as the Guanay, Piquero and the Zarcillo mainly. You can also see the Humboldt penguin, an animal in danger of extinction. Likewise, on these islands you can see varieties of sea lions (fur seals and fur seals) and other mammals, serving as natural refuges. This entire visit will last approximately 2:00 hours.
Appropriate time, transfer to the station.
11:25 hrs Departure of the bus to the city of Ica.
12:55 hrs Arrival, reception and transfer to the starting point of the tour.
13:30 hrs Start of CITY TOUR ICA: You will visit the Plaza de Armas, Colonial Mansions, The Sanctuary of the Lord of Luren, Regional Museum of Ica, Wine Cellars to learn about the process and tasting of Peruvian wines and piscos. You will also have a visit to Laguna de la Huacachina, considered the oasis of America, a place where adventure sports such as Buggies and Sandboarding are practiced (at the expense of the passenger).
Appropriate time, transfer to the station.
19:00 hrs Departure of the bus to the city of Nasca.
9:30 p.m. Arrival, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel.
Accommodation in Nazca.
DAY 04: NAZCA / AREQUIPA LINES (B)
Breakfast.
Opportune time transfer to the Nazca airfield to fly over the Enigmatic Nazca Lines where you will appreciate the famous figures such as the Spider, the Hummingbird, the Monkey among others.
Free afternoon to enjoy the hotel facilities or rest.
22:20 hrs Departure by regular bus to the city of Arequipa.
Night on the bus.
DAY 05: AREQUIPA - CITY TOUR MONASTERY OF SANTA CATALINA (B)
09:00 hrs Arrival in Arequipa, reception and transfer to the hotel.
2:00 p.m. The visit to the White City of Arequipa will begin, visiting the Plaza de Armas, which presents a beautiful bronze fountain with three plates crowned with the figure of a 16th century soldier. Here, you will appreciate the Cathedral and the Cloisters of the Company of Jesus. Next you will visit the Monastery of Santa Catalina, this was an absolutely closed center which was closed for centuries to the public, today, harmoniously restored and open, it allows you to appreciate what the city of Arequipa was in the 17th century, you will see its streets , gardens, cloisters, rustic stone laundries, ashlar walls and its art gallery, you will then move to the beautiful and green countryside of Carmen Alto and the Yanahuara Viewpoint where you will have a privileged view of the city and the volcanoes such as Misti. , Pichupichu and Chachani.
Accommodation in Arequipa.
DAY 06: AREQUIPA / CHIVAY - COLCA CANYON (B)
Breakfast.
Pick up from the hotel and departure from Arequipa via Yura, passing through the foothills of Chachani, Pampa de Arrieros, Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve where the slender vicuña can be seen, continuing through Vizcachani, Pampas de Toccra where a variety of birds can be observed, then bordering the Chucura crater to reach Patapampa (4,800 meters above sea level) and Mirador de los Andes where you can see the volcanoes that surround the city of Arequipa. Descent to the town of Chivay for lunch (at the expense of the passenger). Accommodation at the hotel.
In the afternoon, visit to the La Calera thermal baths (at the expense of the passenger).
Accommodation in Chivay.
DAY 07: COLCA CANYON / PUNO (B)
Breakfast.
Very early, you will head towards the Cruz del Cóndor (41 km from Chivay), a place where you can see one of the most spectacular places in the Canyon and you can almost always see the condors in masterful flights. You will appreciate the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, Yanque and the Miradores de Antahuilque and Choquetico. Return to Chivay, after lunch (at the expense of the passenger) you will leave for the city of Puno along the same route as the first day, taking the detour in Patahuasi (from this place the road is completely paved to the city of Puno). On the way you can see different Andean landscapes, such as stone forests, immense lagoons with a variety of birds, small hamlets in the area, the towns of Imata, Santa Lucia and the city of Juliaca. After six hours of travel you will arrive in Puno. Transfer to the indicated hotel.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 08: LAKE TITICACA / FLOATING ISLAND OF UROS & TAQUILE ISLAND (B,L)
Breakfast.
07:00 hrs Transfer to the port of Puno, where the lake crossing will begin in a very fast boat, you will quickly arrive at the Floating Island of the Uros which is a set of floating islands formed from reeds. They are inhabited by the Uros, settlers who descend from one of the oldest cultures in America. You will be able to appreciate their peculiar lifestyle and their creations such as making wool fabrics and stuffed animals. Next, you will visit Taquile Island, also have some time exploring and shopping in the community.
In the afternoon, return to Puno.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 09: PUNO - CUSCO / ROUTE OF THE SUN (B,L)
Breakfast.
7:00 hrs Departure by tourist bus to the city of Cusco, on this journey you will visit some important attractions such as the Lithical Museum of Pukara, in this museum you will find the famous sculpture of HATUNÑAQAC which in our times would be translated as the supreme cutthroat. Then, you will visit the Raya Pass, which is the border between the cities of Cusco and Puno, then you will make a stop to enjoy the delicious lunch. You will return to the bus to continue the visit to the archaeological complex of Raqchi, also known as the temple of the God Wiracocha. Finally, you will visit the Andahuaylillas chapel, known for the beauty of its murals inside.
17:00 hrs Arrival at the bus station in Cusco.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 10: CITY TOUR – ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK (B)
Breakfast.
At 12:30 p.m. we will begin our tour of the City of Cusco. We will visit the Plaza Mayor where most of the buildings preserve the colonial style. Then we will visit the Qoricancha Temple, the maximum expression of Inca architecture, currently the Convent of Santo Domingo. Next we will visit the Cathedral of Cusco, characterized by its Renaissance and colonial style. Finally we will visit the four archaeological centers surrounding Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Return to your hotel.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 11: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS (B,L)
Breakfast.
07:30 hrs Pick up from the hotel to take the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will visit Pisaq where you will appreciate the archaeological complex, as well as visit the Typical Artisan Market, where you can buy beautiful crafts. You will continue the journey along the banks of the Vilcanota River, until you reach Urubamba, where you will have an exquisite Buffet lunch. Then you will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the last living Inca towns, its streets maintain the same layout as in the time of the Incas and you will tour the wonderful archaeological complex located there, you will also visit the town of Chinchero, a small Inca and colonial town. Return to Cusco 6:30 p.m.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 12: MACHU PICCHU (B,L)
Breakfast.
We will go to the Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station according to the season, where we will depart by train to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. We will arrive at the station in the town of Machu Picchu, where our staff will assist us to board the transport that will ascend through an intricate path, giving us a spectacular view of the Urubamba River that shapes the famous canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will welcome us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial enclosures and urban areas. The energy emanating from all over the place. After a guided tour, we will have lunch at one of the restaurants in the area. At the appropriate time, we will take the train to take us to Ollantaytambo and then move to the city of Cusco.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 13: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO (B)
Breakfast. Coordinated time, transfer to Cusco airport to board the flight back to the city of Lima or country of origin.
End of services.
SUGGESTED HOTELS WITH TRAIN EXPEDITION
IN LIMA:
[L] ARAWI EXPRESS*, IBIS BUDGET STEFANOS, FERRE DE VILLE
[T] BRITANIA, GIRASOLES, TAMBO I, II,III
[TS] LIBRE, BEST WESTER URBAN LARCO*, ALLPA SUITES
[P] ARAWI PRIME*, JOSE ANTONIO, LA HACIENDA, SAN AGUSTIN EXC, ESTELAR BELLAVISTA
[PS] CASA ANDINA SELECT | MERCURE INNSIDE | HILTON GARDEN INN COURTYARD
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, CROWNE PLAZA* PULLMAN
[LS] IBEROSTAR, AC MIRAFLORES, EL PARDO DOUBLETREE
IN CUSCO:
[L] PRISMA, SAMAYWARARI, CUSCO PLAZA
[T] INKARRI, SAN FRANCISCO*, MAMASARA, MABEY
[TS] WAMAN*, SAN AGUSTIN INT., ROYAL INKA by XIMA, SIETE VENTANAS
[P] SAN AGUSTIN DORADO, LOS PORTALES, SAN AGUSTIN PLAZA, ABITTARE, XIMA, JOSE ANTONIO
[PS] COSTA DEL SOL SONESTA HILTON GARDEN INN
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, NOVOTEL, ARANWA CLASSIC
[LS] CASA CARTAGENA LP SUITEP, ALACIO DEL INCA CLASSIC
IN NAZCA:
[L] ORO VIEJO, ALEGRIA
[T] DM NASCA CASA ANDINA
[TS] DM NASCA CASA ANDINA
[P] MAJORO
[PS] MAJORO
[L] MAJORO - JR SUITE
[LS] MAJORO - JR SUITE
IN PUNO:
[L] LAS BALSAS INN, CONDE DE LEMOS
[T] CASONA PLAZA CENTRO CASONA PLAZA PUNO QELQATANI
[TS] HACIENDA PUNO HACIENDA PLAZA INTIQA
[P] XIMA JOSE ANTONIO
[PS] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM V/LAGO SONESTA POSADA DEL INCA V /LAGO
[L] GHL PUNO - SUNSET
[LS] GHL PUNO - SUNRISE
iN AREQUIPA:
[L] TERRA MISTICA, CASONA PLAZA COLONIAL, MAJESTAD
[T] TIERRA SUR | VITA CONDE DE LEMOS CORREGIDOR
[TS] CASONA PLAZA CRISMAR XIMA LA MAISON D´ELISE
[P] CABILDO LA HOSTERIA SONESTA AREQUIPA
[PS] KATARI CASA ANDINA SELECT HAMPTON BY HILTON
[L] COSTA DEL SOL STD CASA ANDINA PREMIUM
[LS] COSTA DEL SOL G/VIEW CASA ANDINA PREMIUM
IN CHIVAY:
[L] COLCA INN CASA DE LUCIA
[T] COLCA LLAQTA VITA TERRA MISTICA COLCA
[TS] CASA ANDINA - STD POZO DEL CIELO
[P] COLCA LODGE ARANWA PUEBLITO ENCANTADO
[PS] COLCA LODGE ARANWA PUEBLITO ENCANTADO
[L] CASITAS DEL COLCA V/GARDEN (D)
[LS] CASITAS DEL COLCA V/VALLE (D)
