Peru custom 12D/11N
Tour Description
Pick up Lima airport – hotel. At 12:30 p.m., enjoy a tour of the city that lasts approximately four hours. The exploration begins with a visit to Plaza San Martín, Jirón de la Unión Boulevard, Plaza de Armas, Monasterio de San Francisco, famous for its Spanish baroque architecture. Delve into the depths of history as you discover the Catacombs, Lima's first cemetery, hidden beneath the floors of the monastery. He finally returned to his hotel.
A day of maritime exploration and desert adventure as you travel from Paracas to Ica. We started the day with a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, a trio of small, wildlife-filled islands just minutes from the coast. They are home to a wide variety of seabirds, such as Humboldt penguins, pelicans, curlews, Inca terns, Peruvian boobies, red-footed cormorants and guanays; At the end we discovered the picturesque beauty of the Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by imposing sand dunes, and an exciting buggy ride as well as sandboarding. Night in Ica
After breakfast our team takes you to the airfield; for a 30-minute flight over the incredible Nazca Lines; At the end, the private transportation will take you back to Lima without problems. Relaxing night in Lima
Today you board the flight to Cusco following the tailored Peru tour; Witness stunning Andean landscapes as you make your way to this historic city. Given the difference in altitude with Lima, take advantage of this time to get enough rest and acclimatize to the new environment. Drink coca tea, a traditional remedy for altitude adjustment, and allow yourself to gradually adapt to the elevation!
What's Included?
- Domestic flights Lima/Cusco – Puerto Maldonado/Lima
- 11 nights in a hotel
- Pick up and return airport – hotel
- Private transportation throughout the trip
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Professional bilingual guide
- Bus up/down to Machu Picchu
- Round trip bus Cusco – Ollantaytambo
- Round trip train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
- All tickets to the places to visit mentioned in the program
- Bus Cusco – Puerto Maldonado
- Lunch in Sacred Valley
- Lunch and dinner in Aguas Calientes
- International flight tickets
- Food Lunches and Dinners not mentioned
- personal expenses
Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Lima - City Tour
Pick up Lima airport – hotel. At 12:30 p.m., enjoy a tour of the city that lasts approximately four hours. The exploration begins with a visit to Plaza San Martín, Jirón de la Unión Boulevard, Plaza de Armas, Monasterio de San Francisco, famous for its Spanish baroque architecture. Delve into the depths of history as you discover the Catacombs, Lima's first cemetery, hidden beneath the floors of the monastery. He finally returned to his hotel.
DAY 2: Lima – Chincha – Paracas
This day our adventure introduces you to Afro-Peruvian culture heading to Chincha (El Carmen). Being a stopping point the renowned Casa Grande, San José, a cultural paradise where Afro-Peruvian music and dance come to life. We then head to Paracas for a quiet night, allowing the day's experiences to remain in your memories.
DAY 3: Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Huacachina - Ica
A day of maritime exploration and desert adventure as you travel from Paracas to Ica. We started the day with a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, a trio of small, wildlife-filled islands just minutes from the coast. They are home to a wide variety of seabirds, such as Humboldt penguins, pelicans, curlews, Inca terns, Peruvian boobies, red-footed cormorants and guanays; At the end we discovered the picturesque beauty of the Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by imposing sand dunes, and an exciting buggy ride as well as sandboarding. Night in Ica
DAY 4: Nazca
After breakfast we begin the trip to Nazca with a panoramic tour that reveals the beauty of the Atacama Desert. Along the way, you'll catch a glimpse of the mysterious Nazca Lines, etched into the desert landscape. We make a brief stop to climb a viewpoint and witness the three Nazca Lines, marveling at these ancient geoglyphs that have captivated the world for centuries. Night in Nazca.
DAY 5: Nazca Lines Overflight – Return to Lima
After breakfast our team takes you to the airfield; for a 30-minute flight over the incredible Nazca Lines; At the end, the private transportation will take you back to Lima without problems. Relaxing night in Lima
DAY 6: Arrival in Cusco – Free Day
Today you board the flight to Cusco following the tailored Peru tour; Witness stunning Andean landscapes as you make your way to this historic city. Given the difference in altitude with Lima, take advantage of this time to get enough rest and acclimatize to the new environment. Drink coca tea, a traditional remedy for altitude adjustment, and allow yourself to gradually adapt to the elevation!
DAY 7: VIP Sacred Valley
As our first place of visit we will have the colonial city of Chinchero, where we will visit a craft store in the center of the city, the archaeological remains and the square for approximately 1.5 hours before heading towards our second archaeological area located in the town of Maras, Moray and then Salineras (salt mine) for approximately 2 hours. Continuing with the tour we will go to Urubamba where you can enjoy an exquisite buffet lunch for approximately 30 minutes, after a short rest we will head towards the Ollantaytambo Fortress to...
DAY 8: Inca Trail – Ollantaytambo – Chachabamba – Wiñayhuayna – Aguas Calientes
Pick up from your hotel to the train station. The train trip will last approximately 1 hour 30 minutes until we reach kilometer 104, where we begin our walk to the archaeological remains of Chachabamba, from there we will continue until we reach the archaeological remains of Wiñay Huayna where we will enjoy lunch to continue the walk to Inti Punku (Puerta del Sol) here we will have the first view of Machu Picchu and then we will go to the control and entrance gate of the citadel of Machu Picchu where the bus takes us down to Hot Waters; here we will pass...
DAY 9: Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
After breakfast, we will board the bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu where we will have a guided tour of the different sectors for around 2 hours, then a short time to enjoy the citadel before descending by bus to Aguas Calientes to board the return train to Ollantaytambo then to Cusco. At night you will have an interprovincial tourist bus that will take you to Puerto Maldonado, our next point of visit. Note: If you want to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, you must reserve at least three months in advance, due to limited availability...
DAY 10: Monte Amazónico Lodge – Tambopata
Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, you will be transferred to the Monte Amazónico Lodge office. Receive a complete briefing on your upcoming adventure, ensuring you are well prepared for the jungle experience that awaits you. Once we reach the Tambopata River, we will take a boat ride to Monte Amazonico Lodge, surrounded by lush vegetation. Here we have the opportunity to venture into the rainforest on an introductory walk, giving us a glimpse of the incredible biodiversity, including amphibians, mammals, reptiles, birds and fascinating insects in...
DAY 11: Guacamaya Clay lick - Chuncho Clay lick
The day begins early at 4:30 am, setting the stage for an extraordinary adventure. We board a boat for an incredible trip to the renowned Chunchi Macaw Clay Clay, the largest of its kind in the world. The one and a half hour boat ride offers the opportunity to spot diverse wildlife, from capybaras to tapirs. Lucky observers may even catch a glimpse of the majestic jaguar. Arrival at the Macaw Clay Lick, where the real show takes place. Hundreds of parrots, representing 11 different species, gather to enjoy...
DAY 12: End of the Tour
To finish with our service, Peru tailored, transfer to the airport.
