Welcome and reception upon your arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima, followed by a transfer to your hotel. Upon arrival, an English-speaking representative will welcome you at the airport and provide your travel documents. Overnight at Habitat Hotel.

Lima (1 night)

Day at leisure in Lima. Suggestions : From Miraflores you can go to the local market of Surquillo. In this market you will discover national products: fish, shellfish, fruits, fresh vegetables, spices of all kinds... and perhaps you will even come across Suri, this plump white worm consumed in the Amazon ! Miraflores is home to an archaeological curiosity located in the heart of the city: a pre-Inca pyramid! The Huaca Puccllana is a pyramidal temple built of adobe and clay bricks by the Wari civilization between 800 and 1000 AD. Mummies and numerous human offerings were recently found there! Walk along the "malecon", a long promenade which borders the cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, from the Miraflores lighthouse to the Larcomar shopping center via the Parque del Amor. It is possible to reach Barranco on foot following the malecon (around 45 minutes walk). In Barranco, we advise you to stroll through the streets around the Plaza de Armas, to pass by the bridge of sighs ("puente de los suspiros") and walkd down the "bajada de los baños", a pedestrian alley which connects to the beach of Barranco. Unlike the modern district of Miraflores, Barranco still retains its old architecture, with very beautiful, colorful colonial houses. The artistic and bohemian district par excellence where street art dominates, you will find there many designer boutiques, art galleries, small cafes and restaurants ! The most adventurous can go to the Historic center of Lima, but we advise you to take a taxi from your hotel (around 30 minutes). Discover the colonial districts passing by Plaza San Martin and Plaza de Armas. Overnight at Habitat Hotel. Read more

Lima (1 night)

Transfer to Lima bus terminal. Departure by bus to Paracas. Travel time : 4 hours Reception at the bus terminal and transfert to your hotel. You leave for two hours of adrenaline in the desert of Paracas. Your "pilot" takes you through the dunes aboard a buggy and stops you several times at their summit, so you can try out the practice of surfing the sands: just thrilling! Return at your hotel in Paracas. Notes: Shared excursion. Buggys are not ATVs so it is not possible to drive them. A profesional driver will acompany you during this adventure. Overnight at the hotel San Agustin Paracas. Read more

Paracas (1 night)

Departure for the port of Paracas. Excursion to the Ballestas Islands in a collective boat with a local guide, where many sea lions and various birds await you peacefully. Called also the "Galapagos of Peru", this archipelago is famous for the exploitation of its guano which has accumulated for centuries on the cliffs of the coast. Bathed in cold waters rich in fish, these islands are also an important ornithological reserve where many colonies of birds (penguins, cormorants, terns ...) live together, as well as a large number of sea lions that you will be able to observe from the boat. . Duration of the excursion: 2h Private transfer from your hotel to the bus terminal in Paracas. Departure by bus to Nazca. Note : 3h45 drive. Reception at the bus station and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel Casa Andina Standard Nazca. Read more

Nazca (1 night)

Free day Private transport Departure by bus for a journey to Arequipa, the white city. Travel time : 11 hours Option 1 : Flight to Nazca Lines instead of Dia libre : +98.00 USD per person (Base 2 persons) Take off from Nazca Airport for a 30 minutes flight , exploring the mysterious lines. The first drawing makes its appearance the whale of his 63 meters, the astronaut, the dog, the monkey (110 meters), the hummingbird, the condor, the spider, the alcatraz (300m of length), the parrot, the tree, the hands, then the lizard. A real astrological calendar according to the research of Maria REICHE, famous German mathematician who dedicated her life to the understanding of these impressive figures. Airport Taxes to be paid on the spot: S / 30 per person (the equivalent of 10 $ us) Turist ticket to Nazca lines et to be paid on the spot : S / 47 per person Note 1: The flight schedule will be defined the day before, or the day of the flight. It depends on the weather conditions. The schedule can vary from 6am to 4:30 pm. Note 2: In case of cancellation due to bad weather, the excursion will be refunded. Option 2 : Cantayoc aqueduct excursion (museum + ceramic workshop) + Entrance fees Cantayoc instead of Dia libre : +103.00 USD per person (Base 2 persons) Your first stop will be at the geoplyphs of Las Agujas, and then at the aqueducts which were used by the Nazca civilisation in order to irrigate their plantations, approximately 1500 years ago. You will see as well the geoglyphs of El Telar y Tambo Inka de Paredones. After that, you will visit the artisanal ceramic workshop, and its collection os some inca reproduction of piece of textile recuperated from the excavation from the Cahuachi site, an important ceremonial center of the Nazca civilisation, and one of the oldest religious site of the American continent (more than 1500 years old). Visit of Antonini museum. Duration : 4 hours. Read more

Night bus (1 Night)

When arriving in Arequipa, you are welcomed by our staff and driven to your hotel. Free day in Arequipa, the white city. Suggestions: In Arequipa, it is good to stroll in the streets and between the buildings with colonial architecture: the place of arms and the cathedral, the cloister of the company of Jesus or the district of San Lorenzo, picturesque district known as the oldest district of the city. In the morning, go to the San Camilo market, where the central fruit and vegetable aisle is absolutely beautiful. You will find many vendors of traditional hats and a very large alley reserved for lovers of fruit juice, very varied and delicious! We also recommend visiting the monastery of Santa Catalina, a former convent city in the city with many beautiful streets and cloisters. Between its red, blue, ocher and white walls, perhaps you will have the chance to meet one of the nuns still living inside the monastery. You can also visit the museum Sanctuarios Andinos, famous for its collection of mummies found trapped in the ice of the surrounding mountains for over 500 years. Arequipa is also known for its textile crafts. His carefully crafted alpaca wool garments and leather hats are of exceptional quality! To end the day, you can go to the Yanahuara Lookout, offering an overview of the White City. Overnight at La Maison d'Elise Hotel. Option : Visit of the city of Arequipa and Santa Catalina convent instead of Free day in Arequipa : +68.00 USD per person (Base 2 persons) Enjoy a captivating half-day exploration of Arequipa, often referred to as the White City. Immerse yourself in a guided tour of the colonial heart of the city, encompassing the iconic main square, the cathedral, the Jesuit church and convent, and the enchanting Santa Catalina monastery. Discover the charm of this hidden gem within the city, where narrow lanes adorned with ochre, blue, and white houses create a picturesque scene reminiscent of Andalucía. Stroll through small squares and marvel at fountains, unveiling the unique blend of history and beauty that defines Arequipa. Read more

Arequipa (1 night)

In the morning, departure in a group tour for Colca (4 or 5 hour journey), whose canyon is one of the deepest in the world at 3680 meters (12073 feet). Crossing of the Salinas Aguada Blanca National Preserve and of the Patapampa pass. On the way we will take in magnificent landscapes and possibly observe vicunas and other camelids. Transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon. Suggestion: Visit the Chivay market located near the main square. Swimming in the village’s thermal waters. Note: entry to the hot waters of Chivay s/15 to be paid on site. Night at the hotel Casa Andina Standard Chivay. Read more

Colca (1 night)

We start our day early at the Cruz del Condor, in the heart of the Colca, for the observation of the majestic Andean Condor, there you will observe the flight of the condors. Return to Chivay by public transport via the village of Pinchollo, the viewpoints of Antahuilque (another observation point allowing us to appreciate this time the Canyon in its width and its agricultural use: terraced crops) and the traditional villages of Maca (3262m) and Yanque (3417m) whit his colonial church in baroque style. Around 13h, after lunch, you begin the route towards Puno. On the way we will stop at Patahuasi and Lagunilles, where you will have beautiful views of the altiplano with several small lagoons and where you can also observe some migratory birds. Around 19h arrival in Puno and transfer to your hotel. Night at the Sol Plaza hotel. Read more

Puno (1 night)

In the morning, pick up from your hotel to go to Puno's pier where you will get on a boat to explore Titicaca Lake. After a 25-minute journey, you'll visit the man-made floating islands of Uros, crafted by the Uros tribe, primarily engaged in fishing. Subsequently, embark on a approximately 2-hour cruise to Taquile, an island rich in cultural heritage, where the locals have preserved ancestral traditions such as men engaging in knitting and women in weaving. Lunch will be at a typical restaurant (not included). Return to Puno in the mid-afternoon, followed by a transfer to your hotel. Note : This is a shared excursion, you will be on a collective boat with an english & spanish speaking local guide. You will have your own English speaking guide during the excursion. Night at the Sol Plaza hotel. Included: entrance fees mentioned in the program, excursion (shared), English speaking guide, shared transport, English speaking guide, room & breakfast Read more

Puno (1 night)

Transfer from the hotel to Puno bus station. Between 06:30 and 07h00, departure from Puno by tourist bus to Cusco. You will enjoy superb landscapes and make various visiting stops along the route. First stop at the village of Pukara to visit the lithic museum. The Pukara culture developed from 1600 BC to 400 AD. In this museum, you can discover ceramics and sculptures representing zoomorphic figures, including the famous sculpture of Hatunñaqac, which today would translate to the supreme cutthroat. Passage through the Raya pass, at an altitude of 4,320 meters from which you can observe the summit of Chimboya, where the Amazonas river is born. Buffet lunch included at a local restaurant along the way. You will continue towards Raqchi to visit the temple of Wiracocha, built with lava from the Quinchasata volcano. Discovery of the remains of the great administrative city, which notably contains more than 160 circular constructions which served as warehouses for the Empire. Visit the church of Andahuaylillas, nicknamed the Sistine Chapel of the Andes for its interior richness (mural paintings superimposed over 3 centuries, paintings, carved altar gilded with gold leaf, organ). Arrival in Cusco at the end of the day. Note : Grouped service with Spanish-English speaking guide exclusive to the bus company, who gives information along the way (approximately 9-10 hours of driving). A snack included. The seats recline 140°. Reception at Cusco terminal bus and transfer to the hotel. An English speaking guide will escort you to your hotel. Overnight at Maytaq Wasin Boutique Hotel. Included: departure transfer, bus ticket, entrance fees mentioned in the program, excursion (shared), English speaking guide, lunch, arrival transfer, arrival transfer with english-speaking guide, room & breakfast Read more

Cusco (1 night)

Free day in Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire. Suggestions: In the morning, you can go to the San Pedro market to discover the many varieties of exotic fruits that you will only find in Peru but also cusqueños breads, local cheeses, as well as Cusquenian florists and craftsmen of all kinds! You can then head to the Plaza de Armas to visit the cathedral of Cusco, surely the most beautiful religious monument in the country. Finally, we recommend you to visit the Qoricancha Temple. This Inca temple (the most precious of the time) was ravaged by the Spanish during the colonization. Its foundations were later reused to build the church of Santo Domingo. At the end of the day, you can go to the Sacsayhuaman archeological site that you will reach through the typical district of San Blas. Or wander around the cobbled streets of the colonial center of Cusco, where magic happens during sunset time. Free time in Cusco is generally appreciated for its walking possibilities in the many small cobbled streets of the city. You can also take advantage of this moment to make your last purchases of souvenirs: clothes, jewelry and decoration, the choices are endless in Cusco! Overnight at Maytaq Wasin Boutique Hotel. Alternative : Half day cultural city tour of Cusco + English-speaking guide. +Entrance fees Catedral + Qorikancha instead of Free day in Cusco : +65.00 USD per person (Base 2 persons) Departure for a half-day dedicated to exploring the historic center of the Inca capital, with your French-speaking guide. You will stroll through the narrow streets and small squares of the San Blas neighborhood. Cusco is an ancient city full of charm. You will be fascinated by the precision and perfection of the stone constructions, an interesting blend of Inca and colonial architecture. Along the way, you will encounter men and women dressed in traditional, brightly colored clothing, who have come for the day from the Sacred Valley to sell their products in the various markets of the city.  Visit the Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), and the Cathedral which has many paintings and other treasures of goldsmithery, silver and precious stones. Included: excursion (private), English speaking guide, entrance fees mentioned in the program, room & breakfast Read more

Cusco (1 night)

Morning departure in a private vehicle on a day-trip exploring the Sacred Valley. First step, the ruins of Pisac, one of the major sites of the Inca culture with its different districts (administrative, religious, military) and its large terraces intended for agriculture. Stroll through the craft market before hitting the road again. Head to the Maras salt pans, a formation of basins which, since Inca times, have received water from a surrounding salt spring and which, under the effect of the sun and evaporation, are transformed into salt. Continuation to the village of Ollantaytambo. The village of Ollantaytambo is called "the last living Inca village", because its inhabitants maintain very ancient customs and traditions. Then, visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo and its cyclopean stones which was the site of fierce battles between Incas and Spaniards. Transfer to your hotel in the sacred valley. Overnight at Tika Wasi Valle Sagrado Hotel Included: private transport, English speaking guide, entrance fees mentioned in the program, room & breakfast Read more

Ollantaytambo (1 night)

You board a train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway village to Machu Picchu. Note 1: The train ride takes about 1.5 hours to reach Aguas Calientes. Note 2: The train company allows passengers to carry one cabin-sized suitcase weighing up to 8 kilograms per person. You will need to leave your checked luggage in storage at the hotel in the Sacred Valley or Cusco (it is possible to transfer luggage from one hotel to another). Your guide will accompany you on the train. Upon reaching Aguas Calientes, you will board shuttles that transport you to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Shuttles operate every 5 minutes for both ascending and descending routes, and the travel time is approximately 30 minutes. Your guide will be with you on the bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. Arrival at Machu Picchu, wonder of the world. Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca city of the fifteenth century in Peru. Abandoned during the collapse of the Inca empire, the sacred city of the Incas, was forgotten for centuries. It is considered as a masterpiece of the architecture of this civilization. It was unveiled by the American archaeologist Hiram Bingham in 1911. In 1983, Machu Picchu was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. On July 7, 2007, it earned the title of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, as voted by the NewOpenWorld Foundation—an unofficial commercial organization. Important: Since June 1, 2024, entrances to Machu Picchu are divided into 10 routes and the time spent on site is limited. Find the different routes on the official website. Itinerary 1 : Panoramic visit of Machu Picchu Route 1-A : Route to Montaña Machupicchu - 7h of permanency Route 1-B : Route to the high terraces - 2h30 of permanency Route1-C : Route to Sun Gate "Intipunku" - 4h of permanency Route 1-D : Route to Inka bridge (only available between June 1st and October 15th) - 3h of permanency Itinerary 2 : Visit of the Llacta (ruins) Route 2-A : Designed itinerary through the ruins - 2h30 of permanency Route 2-B : Route to the low terraces - 2h30 of permanency Itinerary 3 : Visit of the Royalty Ruins (ruins + hike) Route 3-A : To Montaña Waynapicchu - 6h of permanency Route 3-B : Designed itinerary through the ruins - 2h30 of permanency Route 3-C : To the Great Cave (only available between June 1st and October 15th) - 7h of permanency Route 3-D : To Huchuy Picchu (only available between June 1st and October 15th) - 3h30 of permanency By default, we consider the routes 2-A, 2-B, 3-B, which give access to the most complete visit of the ruins, lasting approximately 2h30. In case of unavailability at the reservation, we will provide you with the available alternatives possible. After this confirmation, the route and schedule selected can not be modified. In the afternoon train to Ollantaytambo. Note: the train company allows passengers to carry a cabin bag of up to 8kg max. per person. It will be necessary to leave your "checked" luggage at the deposit of the hotel in the Sacred Valley and Cusco Your guide will accompany you on the train. Reception at Ollantaytambo's train station and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Overnight at Maytaq Wasin Boutique Hotel. Included: train ticket, bus ticket, entrance fees mentioned in the program, English speaking guide, private transport, room & breakfast Read more

Cusco (1 night)

Transfer from your hotel to Cusco's airport. Flight with destination to Lima. Included: departure transfer, airport tax, domestic flight