DAY 1
LIMA INTERNATIONAL ARRIVAL.
Assistance on arrival at Lima's “Jorge Chávez” International Airport and transfer to the selected hotel.
DAY 2
LIMA CITY TOURS THROUGH THE CITY.
LIMA ANCESTRAL: We begin our tour with a panoramic view of the “Pucllana Pyramid”, a magnificent ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century AD. and considered "sacred town" by the Incas.
COLONIAL LIMA: We visit the Historic Center of Lima, where you will appreciate more than fifty monuments and colonial buildings, highlighting the Paseo de la Republica, the Plaza San Martín, the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, the Cathedral Basilica, catacombs from the Cathedral of Lima, the Municipal Palace among others.
CONTEMPORARY LIMA: Get to know the most traditional residential areas of Lima, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores and Larcomar.
DAY 3
LIMA - PARACAS BALLESTAS ISLANDS - NASCA.
03:15 am. They will pick you up to take you to the bus station, we will move from Lima to the Paracas Peninsula, where the most important wildlife sanctuary on the Peruvian Coast is located.
07:25 a.m. They will be received at the bus station for transfer to the private dock in Paracas where the boat ride to the Ballestas Islands will begin. During this 2-hour tour you will see the figure of the Candelabra, a gigantic figure engraved in the desert of the Paracas Peninsula. Then we will continue to the islands where you will enjoy the fauna of this beautiful place, such as the variety of birds such as pelicans, cormorants; many sea lions and Humboldt penguins.
10:00 a.m. Return and free time.
Optional tours PARACAS RESERVE.
In the afternoon transfer to the bus station, departure to the city of Nasca to spend the night, arrival and transfer to the selected hotel. We recommend having dinner at the hotel.
DAY 4
NAZCA - NAZCA LINES - AREQUIPA.
Early in the morning, after having breakfast, we will go to the Nasca aerodrome to board a plane over the mysterious Nazca Lines. Flying over the Nasca lines takes 30 minutes in the air from Nasca we will take off towards the lines and you will be able to see 13 figures: The Astronaut (135 meters), the hummingbird (97 meters), the monkey (110 meters), the condor (135 meters ), etc. Before the flight you can watch an informative video about the different theories about the Lines. It is flown in Cessna aircraft model 206 and 172, they fly with a pilot and a tour guide, to ensure that you have complete and accurate information about the Lines; We fly left and right around the figures, that means you will have no problem observing them.
In the afternoon we will travel to the city of Arequipa (8 and a half hours approx.) Through deserts and valleys of the coast.
Arrival in Arequipa transfer to the selected hotel.
July, August and September season at night.
DAY 5
AREQUIPA - CITY TOURS - SANTA CATALINA CONVENT.
Free morning to acclimatize.
In the afternoon, a guided tour of the city of Arequipa, including the Santa Catalina Convent, the Plaza de Armas, one of the most beautiful in Peru, the Cathedral, an example of Peruvian architecture during the 19th century that houses precious treasures of gold and silver; and the Church of La Compañía, an old Jesuit temple, perhaps the most important in Arequipa due to its history and tradition, with a beautiful facade with columns carved with spirals, laurel wreaths, flowers, birds, etc.
Free night.
DAY 6
AREQUIPA - COLCA CANYON.
Early in the morning, you will embark on an incredible trip of approximately 4 hours by bus to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world (3,400 mts.) Lunch, dinner and overnight at the selected hotel in the Colca Valley.
DAY 7
COLCA CANYON CONDOR CROSS / BUS TO PUNO.
After breakfast, very early in the morning, drive to the Condor's Cross, natural observation point from where the magnitude of the Colca Canyon and the spectacular flight of the majestic condor is appreciated. On the way back to Chivay, visit to the Mirador of Chinina, where we will find the famous Hanging Tombs and the Hanging Bridge of Sifón that joins the town of Yanque with Coporaque. At the town of Yanque, visit its beautiful church and its characteristic stone streets among other attractions. To have spectacular views of the Colca Valley, we will drive to the observation points of Choquetipo and Artahuilque and also to the town of Maca. After Lunch depart from Chivay (Colca canyon) to the Lake Titicaca (Puno), the bus departure at 1:30pm and arrive at 19:00 pm approximately. Overnight at selected Hotel.
DAY 8
PUNO – UROS ISLAND & SILLUSTANI.
Early in the morning, we will depart on an unforgettable boat excursion on Lake Titicaca to visit the Floating Islands of the Uros, ancient pre-Inca settlers of the lake, known as the Aquatic Tribe. These Andean natives build their own islands by periodically adding new layers of reeds, (Scirpus Totora) plant fiber from the papyrus family. They also use this material to build their houses and boats.
In the afternoon return to Puno and transfer to the hotel, free time for lunch.
14:00 we will depart to the archaeological complex of Sillustani on a tourist bus, the trip from Puno to Sillustani lasts approximately 45 minutes. Sillustani is located on the shores of the Umayo lagoon. It is famous for its chullpas, which are circular stone towers, built to house the funerary remains of the main authorities of the ancient settlers of Collao. Some reach up to 12 meters in height and are characterized by the fact that their base is smaller than the top. After visiting the chullpas of Sillustani we return to the city of Puno, arriving at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Arrival in the city and transfer to the selected hotel.
DAY 9
THE ROUTE OF THE SUN TOURIST BUS PUNO CUSCO.
Breakfast. Early departure by bus to the City of Cusco. We travel along the High Plateau of the Collao, stopping at the Town of Ayaviri, an important livestock and textile centre, to visit the impressive Temple of Kalasasaya, remnants of the ancient Pucara Culture. On the way, we stop in Raqchi, where we can see a spectacular Inca Sanctuary built by the Inca Pachacutec, and dedicated to the great Inca God of Wiracocha. It has a great central wall with a stone base of fine Inca architecture. Other walls are made of giant adobe bricks. The structure also has two circular lateral columns. Around the Temple are several buildings once used for housing and storage. About 70 km further on, we pass through the La Raya Ranch where we can see herds of vicuñas and llamas. During the trip, we pass by the lovely Wacarpay Lake, offering spectacular views of the mountains reflected in its calm waters.
We proceed to the beautiful Town of Andahuaylillas, and visit the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, better known as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas, due to its decorated polychrome ceiling.
Buffet lunch in a quiet countryside restaurant, where we can enjoy the delightful culinary art of the region. Upon arrival in Cusco, meet and transfer to your hotel. Dinner on your own.
DAY 10
CUSCO – CITY TOUR & 4 RUINS.
In the afternoon, city tour of Cuzco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun or Korikancha.Then, drive out of the city to visit the Inca sites of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara and the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman, built strategically on a hill overlooking Cusco; famous for its enormous carved stones joined with astounding precision to form the outer walls. Some of these stones stand over 9m / 30ft tall and weight over 350 tons. Overnight al selected hotel in Cusco.
DAY 11
CUSCO SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS
Excursion to the "Sacred Valley of the Incas", a succession of picturesque towns, agricultural terraces and archaeological sites. Pisac's typical Indian market, In the afternoon pass through Calca and Urubamba towns to arrive to the Inca Fortress and Citadel of Ollantaytambo. On our way back to Cusco we will visit the picturesque Andean village of Chinchero where the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui lies. Admire its well preserved Inca Wall at the Main Square, visit the beautiful colonial temple built on Inca foundations, with interesting frescoes on the portico. Back to Cusco in the afternoon.
DAY 12
MACHU PICCHU THE LOST CITY OF THE INCAS- OVERNIGHT IN AGUAS CALIENTES.
The day starts with an early morning rise to transfer to Cusco train station for a three hour train journey to the famous Inca Citadel of Machupicchu, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas". Arrive at Aguas Calientes station followed by a 30-minute bus drive, climbing 6km of winding road, to the incredible Machupicchu. Upon arrival, we'll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel. After the tour you will have time to stroll around the archaeological site at your leisure. Overnight in a hotel in Aguas Calientes.
DAY 13
AGUAS CALIENTES - RETURN TO CUSCO.
Free morning in the town of Aguas Calientes, take advantage of the morning to visit the hot springs.
Appropriate time transfer to the train station return to the city of Cusco.
Arrival in Cusco and transfer to the selected hotel.
DAY 14
CUSCO - PUERTO MALDONADO - LODGE.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to the city of Puerto Maldonado.
Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, the Biodiversity Capital of Peru, we will welcome you at the airport. Then, we will start our program with a bus tour of the city. Afterwards, we will go to Puerto Capitanía, to embark on a motorized boat, and we will navigate the Bajo Madre de Dios River. During the trip, we will immerse ourselves in a fascinating natural environment, hopefully we will observe Ronsocos, Alligators, Turtles, Herons, Cormorants and other species of animals.
At our lodge, you will be greeted with delicious Amazonian tropical fruit nectar, and taken to your comfortable room (bungalow). A succulent lunch will await you in our cozy dining room with a rustic design.
Once your palate is satisfied, you will be led by our specialized guide through a conveniently signposted interpretive trail towards Cocha Caimán, a small lagoon with an abundant presence of specimens of black caiman (Melanosuchus niger) and white caiman (Caiman crocodilus).
At the end of the afternoon, back at the lodge and from the bank of the river, you will witness the spectacular sunset in the Amazon, an experience full of colors in welcoming ranges and intensities.
In the evening, a delicious dinner will await you, and you will have free time to share unforgettable moments in our bar, equipped with an excellent board games room and stocked with all the drinks you can imagine.
DAY 15
LODGE - LOST COCHA EXCURSION.
The birds of paradise will sing to wake you up refreshed. A succulent breakfast will provide you with the necessary energy for a morning full of new experiences.
After breakfast, we will begin an adventure through the virgin jungle, and accompanied by a local guide, we will take a walk in the deep jungle, to reach the Cocha Perdida, which constitutes an ecosystem that shelters and feeds an immense variety of animals. There, we will have the opportunity to observe Otters, Alligators, Turtles, Sachavacas (Tapires), Birds with multicolored plumage, the majestic Jaguar and a variety of fish species. This area is unique and belongs to the Ecoamazonía Ecological Reserve (Geographical location map) that keeps it intact, with immense swamps and various aguajales.
Then, we will arrive at the extraordinary AMAZON VIEWPOINT, from which we can appreciate the immense and magical jungle. Afterwards, we will take a pleasant canoe ride around the lake and return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, accompanied by our specialized guide, we will visit Monkey Island; a unique place in the heart of the Madre de Dios River, five minutes away from the hostel. During the walk, we will observe extraordinary landscapes, with exuberant flora, sheltering a variety of species of monkeys in their natural habitat, such as Maquisapa, Capuchino, Leoncillo, Fraile and with luck other species of animals, such as the Coati and Sloth Bears as well as a great variety of birds.
Finally, we will complete our visit to the island, enjoying the sunset, with the most impressive sunset in the jungle. Then, we will return to the lodge and conclude the day with a pleasant dinner.
DAY 16
LODGE - PUERTO MALDONADO - LIMA.
After a restful night's rest, our breakfast awaits you in our dining room before returning to Puerto Maldonado, in time for you to take your return flight to Lima.
Arrival in Lima, transfer to selected hotels.
DAY 17
LIMA - INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE.
Appropriate time transfer from the hotel to the airport, international departure.
