TRIP OVERVIEW
Arrival in the city of Lima. A representative of our travel agency will be waiting for you.
 Duración: 07 Días / 06 Noches |  Acomodación: Hotel |
 Documento: Protocolos de Bioseguridad Covid-19 |  Dificultad: Promedio |
 Temporada: Todo el Año |  Language: Español / Ingles |
ITINERARY
Includes: Traditional Andean Ceremony.
Important: The time of the excursions will be confirmed again at the destination.
Day 01: Arrival to Lima (D)
Arrival to the city of Lima. A representative of our Travel Agency will be waiting for you at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to the hotel of your choice.
Free afternoon to rest, walk, taste and enjoy the city.
Day 02: Lima – Cusco (D)
At the scheduled time our staff of the travel agency will pick you up to take you to the airport and take the plane to Cusco.
Arrival to Cusco. A representative of our Travel Agency will be waiting for you at the airport to welcome you and take you to the hotel of your choice.
We will have the day free to enjoy the Mysterious and Wonderful City of Cusco.
Day 03: Sacred Valley + Train Connection – MachuPicchu village (D – A)
On this day a representative of our travel agency will transfer us to our tourist transport to start our tour.
We will visit the picturesque colonial town of Pisaq, where on Sundays the people of the communities come down for the celebration of the mass in Quechua, then we will go to the Archaeological Complex of Pisaq,
where we will be able to observe the magnificent platforms of Inca architecture extended in the mountains or known as platforms that had different functions.
We will pass through the villages of Ccoya, Lamay, Calca and Urubamba. At this point we will enjoy a buffet lunch.
In the afternoon we will visit the living Inca village of Ollantaytambo, where we will have a guided visit in the archaeological park of Ollantaytambo, a gigantic military and administrative, agricultural and religious social complex in the time of Tahuantinsuyo.
At the end of our visit we will have free time to go to Ollantaytambo Station to take the train that will take us to Aguas Calientes-MachuPicchu village, where a representative of our travel agency will be waiting for you, then transfer to the hotel of your choice.
Day 04: Machupicchu Full Day (D – A)
At the agreed time after breakfast we go to the bus station to take one of the first buses that will take us to the Machupicchu Citadel, where we will be able to observe the magical and mysterious lost citadel of the Incas.
After this experience we will have a guided tour of the archaeological complex of Machupicchu for an average of 2 hours, where we can explore and the guide will give us an explanation of what function this place had in Inca times.
At the same time enjoy the impressive Inca architecture such as: The Guardian’s House, the Religious Sector, the Intihuatana, the Temple to the Pachamama, the Industrial Sector and the impressive terraces.
We say goodbye to the Sanctuary of Machupicchu and we go to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where we will have a delicious lunch in a tourist restaurant.
At the indicated time we take the return train from Aguas Calientes Station to Ollantaytambo Station, where a representative of our Travel Agency will be waiting for you to take you to the bus that will bring you back to Cusco.
Day 05: Humantay Lagoon (D – A)
Pick up from the hotel between 4:30 am and 4:45 am, we start our journey towards the village of Mollepata (2900 masl.) The travel time is approximately 2 hours, where we will have our breakfast, then continue in our transport for 1 hour to Soraypampa (3900 masl.).
Place where we will get ready to start our excursion, we will walk for 1 hour by a light trail to the Humantay Lagoon (4200 masl.),
when we arrive to this beautiful paradise the guide will give us a brief explanation of what importance this natural place had and has nowadays, after visiting and exploring the Humantay Mountain and Lagoon (5450 masl.) in the Vilcabamba chain in the Andes.
We start our way back to Soraypampa where we explore the Salkantay trek (6271 masl) and the magnificent view of this Sacred Mountain, the second highest mountain in the Cusco region. Then we return to Mollepata to enjoy our Semi buffet lunch and have time to take a short break, and then return to Cusco city arriving at approximately 19:00 at Plaza San Francisco.
Day 06: City Tour Cusco (D)
After breakfast our representative will pass by the hotel to take us to the City Tour.
The City Tour is an excursion that includes a circuit around the city and its surroundings, we will visit: The Qoricancha considered as the Royal House of the Sun in the City of Cusco which is formed by a mixture of Inca and colonial construction.
Saqsayhuaman which is considered as a great Inca fortress, where the Inca cyclopean constructions are found. Qenqo, Inca astronomy centre. Pucapucara known as an Inca military centre and Tambomachay considered as a purification centre and water temple.
Free afternoon for a walk and explore the city of Cusco.
Day 07: Cusco – Puno (D – A)
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the bus station at 06:30 am. Departure to the city of Puno at approximately 07:00 am. We will start with the famous Ruta del Sol Cusco – Puno in tourist service.
During the tour we will visit the picturesque village of Andahuaylillas, where we will make a stop to enter the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, dating from the sixteenth century, known as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas, due to the beauty of its murals and polychrome ceilings,
That’s works in gold leaf and paintings of the Cusco School that houses inside that make your visit a totally different experience. Here we will have a time of 25 min. approximately of tour with our Tourist Guide.
On the way we will stop in Raqchi where we can appreciate a spectacular temple dedicated to the God Wiracocha who was considered a great Inca Deity, this temple was built by the Inca Pachacuteq.
It has a large central wall with a stone base of beautiful Inca architecture. The other walls are made of giant adobe bricks. The structure also has twelve circular lateral columns. Around the temple there are several buildings used as dwellings and warehouses.
We will have a stop to enjoy a succulent buffet lunch in a country restaurant, where you can enjoy the delicious culinary art of our region for 40 minutes.
In the tour we will pass by “La Raya” which would be the border between the cities of Cusco and Puno at more than 4, 335 m.a.s.l. where the famous Nevado del Chimboya is located, where the Amazon River is born and where visitors can get beautiful pictures of the landscape, this visit lasts approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
After having stayed for a short time and taking a brief rest, we continue our journey and stop at the Pukara Lithic Museum, a culture that developed between 1600 BC and 400 AD. – 400 AD.
Here we will find the impressive temple of Kalasasaya. In this museum we can find ceramics with zoomorphic figures, sculptures among them the Sculpture of the “Hatunñaqac” that translated to our language means “The Supreme Slasher of the Ancient Pukara Culture”.
On the way we will pass through the small town of Ayaviri which is an important centre of cattle breeding and textile production.
Arrival in Puno, reception and welcome by a representative of our travel agency. Transfer to the hotel of your choice to take a well-deserved rest.
Day 08: Floating Islands of the Uros – Taquile (D – A)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Very early in the morning a representative of our travel agency will pick you up to take you to the main port to board the boat that will take us to the Floating Islands of the Uros, which are currently located within the “National Reserve of Lake Titicaca”.
These beautiful islands are only 30 minutes away. The Uros people still maintain their own culture and traditions, as well as the practice of artisanal fishing, mainly “El Carachi”.
When the fishing is abundant, the inhabitants keep the fish drying in the sun, as well as hunting wild birds and collecting duck eggs. Today we have 75 islands that are well organized. After a brief explanation and a 40 minute visit we continue our tour.
We continue our journey to the natural island of Taquile, whose inhabitants are mainly dedicated to agriculture, fishing and handicrafts. The inhabitants today continue to live with their
traditions and Inca laws, with customs, religious and popular manifestations such as: The coexistence before marriage called Sirvinacuy, Payment to the Earth or Pachamama. It should be noted that spinning and weaving are mainly carried out by men, from the age of 8 years old. The women exclusively make threads and weavings.
After this pleasant experience we will have a typical lunch included. After lunch the passengers will have two hours free to visit the Handicraft Centre of the city, take pictures with incredible panoramic views and return to the city of Puno to the hotel chosen by our visitors.
Day: 09 Puno Out (D – A).
Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer from the Hotel to Juliaca Airport, we say goodbye to the city of Puno and take our flight to Lima.
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Tour Includes
- Transfers In / Out – Airport / Hotel / Airport in Lima.
- 01 Nights Hotel Lima – according to your choice.
- Transfers In / Out – Airport / Hotel / Airport in Cusco.
- 04 Nights Hotel Cusco – according to your choice.
- Sacred Valley Tour in Shared Service (SIC)
- 01 Buffet Lunch in Urubamba.
- 01 Nights Hotel Aguas Calientes – according to your choice.
- Train Tickets RT: Peru Rail or Inca Rail – according to availability.
- Bus Consettur RT: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Aguas Calientes.
- Entrance ticket to Machupicchu Citadel.
- Machupicchu Guided Service in Shared Service (SIC).
- 01 Lunch Menu a la Carte in Tourist Restaurant.
- Tourist Transport Ollanta – Cusco.
- Tour Humantay Lagoon in Shared Service (SIC)
- 01 Semibuffet Lunch in Mollepata.
- Tour City Tour in Shared Service (SIC)
- Tourist Bus Ticket: Cusco – Puno + Buffet Lunch
- Transfers In / Out – Bus Station / Hotel / Airport in Puno.
- 02 Nights Hotel Puno – according to your choice.
- Tour Floating Islands – Taquile Full Day in Shared Service (SIC) + Lunch.
- Entrance Tickets to the Tourist Centres.
Tour Does Not Include
- National and International Air Tickets.
- Meals not detailed.
- Services not detailed in the program.
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INFORMATION ADITIONAL
Lima
Lima is the capital of Peru. It is located on the central coast of the country, on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, flanked by the coastal desert and spread over the valleys of the Chillón, Rímac, and Lurín rivers.
In Lima City, summers are hot, muggy, arid, and cloudy, while winters are long, cool, dry, windy, and mostly clear.
Throughout the year, the temperature generally ranges from 15°C to 27°C, and occasionally drops below 14°C or rises above 29°C.
Places to visit in Lima
Taking some time and going on a short tour around the outskirts of Lima is always a great decision.
A variety of destinations are hidden on the outskirts of the capital, waiting for your visit so you can enjoy them with your loved ones.
Castle of Chancay.-
Located an hour and a half north of Lima, in the city of Chancay, this castle was built in the 1920s on a rocky cliff, on the shores of the Pacific Ocean.
Callao
Peru’s most important port has a large number of attractions you can visit: the Real Felipe fortress, which served to defend Lima during the Battle of May 2nd and the War of the Pacific.
You can also tour the Naval Museum, housed in the Abtao submarine.
Chinatown
Lima’s Chinatown is located right next to the historic center. It’s not very large and is mainly centered on a single street, Calle Capón.
Besides going to its shops and taking a pleasant walk, people go there for one main reason: to eat chifa, a fusion of Chinese (mainly Cantonese) and Peruvian cuisine.
Kennedy Park
Surrounded by shops, cafes, and important avenues like Diagonal, José Larco, and José Pardo, the park itself is not very big, but it has a beautiful church, the Parroquia de la Virgen Milagrosa, and several food stalls.
Larcomar
This shopping center is one of the most popular tourist spots among travelers visiting Lima. Located on the Miraflores cliffside, a few blocks from the Parque del Amor (Love Park); it’s in one of Lima’s most pleasant districts.
Barranco
Barranco has an excellent history in its streets and a dazzling artistic scene.
At night, Barranco becomes the soul of the party in all of Lima, with magnificent restaurants and themed bars; perfect for all visitors.
Magical Water Circuit at Night
The Reserve Park is a beautiful park to visit during the day; but at night, it is simply magical. Once night falls, the lights turn on and together with the fountains, present a show to never forget.
Cusco
The city of Cusco is located in the southeastern area of Peru, at an altitude of 3,300 meters above sea level. It is connected to the cities of Puerto Maldonado, Arequipa, Abancay, and Puno.
In Cusco, every corner has a story to tell, as it was the ancient capital of Peru (during the Inca Empire). In Cusco we can visit places like:
Places to visit in Cusco
Sacred Valley
It shelters important archaeological sites and picturesque towns that keep their ancestral culture intact. Maras, Moray, Pisac, Chinchero, and Ollantaytambo are examples of its cultural richness. They are ideal for practicing outdoor sports or simply relaxing.
Machu Picchu
Large and impressive blocks of stone joined together form one of the most important religious, political, and cultural centers of the Inca Empire. Discovered in 1911 by Hiram Bingham.
Humantay Lagoon
The “Humantay Lagoon” is a natural attraction located in the town of Soraypampa. Previously, it was only visited by those who ventured on the trek to the Salkantay snow-capped mountain.
Ollantaytambo
It was a strategic military, religious, and agricultural center, distinguished by its stone terraces and constructions over four meters high. This archaeological zone preserves its streets, houses, and canals from the Tahuantinsuyo era over time.
Puno
It is located in the southeast of Peruvian territory, on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, at 3,827 meters above sea level.
It is the meeting point of two great cultures: Quechua and Aymara; which fostered an incomparable heritage of customs, rites, and beliefs.
The Climate: in Puno, winters are short, very cold, and mostly clear, and it is dry throughout the year. The temperature generally varies from -4°C to 17°C and rarely drops below -6°C or rises above 19°C.
Places to visit in Puno
Lake Titicaca
Legend has it that the children of the sun, Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, emerged from its waters. It is said that this lake was the origin of the world, and that the two founders of the Inca Empire emerged from the depths of Lake Titicaca.
Uros Floating Islands
The Uros islands are made entirely of totora reeds. Centuries ago, totora reeds were used to build these islands on Lake Titicaca, which became homes for Uros and Aymara families. You can also find handicrafts made from totora reeds.
Taquile.- It is an island belonging to Lake Titicaca, where the history preserved in the memory of its people is expressed in marvelous textiles, true works of art recognized worldwide.
Amantani Island
Amantani Island is located in the district of the same name in the Puno region, on the waters of Lake Titicaca in the Peruvian highlands, being one of the 80 islands built from totora reeds (an aquatic plant that grows on the surface of Lake Titicaca).
Isla del Sol (Sun Island)
It is located in the center of Lake Titicaca; considered one of the highest formations in the world at 3,814 meters above sea level and with an approximate area of 9.6 kilometers, making it one of the largest landmasses in the Sacred Lake.
