The Ultimate Peru Experience

13 Days - 12 Nights

Program Overview

Embrace the Adventure, Experience the Magic of Peru!

Discover Peru on an unforgettable adventure through Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, the Sacred Valley, the Route of the Sun, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, and Colca Canyon. Experience ancient Inca history, breathtaking Andean landscapes, vibrant local culture, and authentic Peruvian traditions with Peru Hiking Tours.

Program Summary

Activities

Transport - Walking - Hiking

Min. Altitude

Sea Level

Max. Altitude

5,036 m - 16,522 ft

Group Size

Minimum 2

Average Difficulty

Easy - Moderate

Destinations

Lima - Ica - Cusco - Puno - Arequipa

Hotel Category

3-Star / With Option to Upgrade

Transportation

Bus - Train - Boat - Flight

From:

USD. 1250

Itinerary:

  • Airport pick-up in Lima and transfer to the Hotel.
  • Free time to relax and rest in Lima.
  • Walk along the green costside is suggested.
  • Return to the hotel.
  • Overnight in Lima.
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Lima at 4:00 AM.
  • Tourist transport to Ica (5-hour drive).
  • Visit to wineries in Ica.
  • Tasting of Pisco and Peruvian wine.
  • Visit to the Alfacores production center in Ica and taste the best Peruvian sweets.
  • Tour to the Ballestas Islands by motorized boat (1.5 - 2 hours).
  • Time to have lunch in Ica (Not Included).
  • Afternoon adventure activities: dune buggy rides and sandboarding in the Huacachina Dunes.
  • Return to Lima (4 - 5 hours drive). Arrival in Lima by 10: pm and transfer to the hotel.
  • Overnight in Lima.
  • Pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Lima Airport.
  • Morning flight to Cusco (not included; available for booking through us).
  • Airport pick-up upon arrival and transfer to your hotel in Cusco.
  • Hotel check-in in Cusco from 12:00 noon.
  • Pick-up from your hotel and start of the Walking City Tour between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
  • Visit the majestic Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), the famous Twelve-Angled Stone, the picturesque 7 Borreguitos Street, the panoramic viewpoints of San Cristóbal and San Blas, and finish at the beautiful Plaza de Armas of Cusco.
  • Entrance tickets to all tourist attractions included in the itinerary.
  • Return to Cusco city between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM.
  • Overnight stay in Cusco.
  • Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco.
  • Hotel pick-up and beginning of the Sacred Valley tour.
  • Visit majestic places in the highlands (Chinchero, Maras Salt Mines, Moray and Ollantaytambo).
  • Intermediate lunch stop at Urubamba or Ollantaytambo.
  • Tourist train journey from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes "Machupicchu Pueblo".
  • Arrival in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo", welcoming and transfer to the hotel.
  • Free time to relax and wonder in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo" on your own.
  • Optional to have dinner at any of the restaurants in town "Multiple options".
  • Overnight in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo".
  • Breakfast at your hotel in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo".
  • Meeting with our tour guide at your hotel (Schedule based on Machu Picchu entry time).
  • Transfer to the bus station in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo".
  • Bus drive up to Machu Picchu Inca Site "World Wonder".
  • Check-in at the Machu Picchu entrance and guided tour of the citadel (Circuit and time of visit according to the ticket booked).
  • Bus drive down to Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo".
  • Free time for lunch at the restaurant of your choice, our tour guide can recommend the best options.
  • Transfer to the train station in Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo".
  • Tourist Train journey from Aguas Calientes "Machu Picchu Pueblo" to Ollantaytambo.
  • Pick-up at Ollantaytambo Train Station and transfer to Cusco City in our tourist transportation.
  • Arrival in Cusco after approximately 4 hours of travel from Aguas Calientes (train + ride).
  • Overnight in Cusco.
  • Early pick-up from your hotel in Cusco city (Between 3:30 to 4:00 in the morning).
  • Van ride for an approximately 2 hours to Mollepata (Place to have breakfast).
  • Enjoy a delicious and traditional breakfast.
  • Van ride for 1 more hour to Soraypampa (End of road).
  • Beginning of the hike (Approximately 2 hours, with the option to hire horses).
  • Arrival at Humantay lake followed by time to explore and capture lovely photos.
  • Return to Soraypampa "Bus station".
  • Drive to the restaurant for lunch.
  • Enjoy a delicious and energyxing lunch.
  • Van drive back to Cusco city.
  • Arrival in Cusco between 3:00 - 5:00 pm, depending on traffic conditions.
  • Overnight in Cusco.
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco between 3:30 AM and 4:00 AM to begin the Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour (group or shared service).
  • Tourist transportation to Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca.
  • Stop along the way for breakfast at a tourist restaurant (included).
  • Arrival at the bus station after approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes of travel.
  • Begin the ATV adventure toward Rainbow Mountain.
  • Arrival at Rainbow Mountain, with free time to enjoy the breathtaking views and take plenty of photos.
  • Guided explanation about Rainbow Mountain and its surrounding area.
  • Return to the bus station by ATV.
  • Tourist transportation to the restaurant.
  • Time to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch (included).
  • Tourist transportation back to Cusco.
  • Overnight stay in Cusco.
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:45 AM and transfer to the bus station.
  • Board the semi-sleeper buses, departing at 7:00 AM.
  • Travel along the Route of the Sun (Ruta del Sol) to Puno, with sightseeing stops along the way and entrance tickets included.
  • Stop in Andahuaylillas to visit the Church of San Pedro, known as the “Sistine Chapel of the Americas.”
  • Stop to visit the Raqchi Archaeological Complex, home to the Temple of Wiracocha.
  • Stop in Sicuani for an included buffet lunch.
  • Stop at La Raya Pass to admire the snow-capped Chimboya Mountain, associated with the source of the Amazon River.
  • Stop in Pukará to visit the Pukará Lithic Museum.
  • Arrival in the city of Puno at approximately 5:30 PM.
  • Pick-up from the bus station and transfer to your hotel in Puno.
  • Overnight stay in Puno.
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to the port of Lake Titicaca.
  • Travel by motorized tourist boat to the Uros Floating Islands.
  • Enjoy an immersive cultural experience with the Uros community.
  • Continue by motorized tourist boat to Taquile Island.
  • Receive a traditional welcome from the local people of Taquile.
  • Enjoy a cultural experience with the local community, including traditional Taquile dances.
  • Enjoy a traditional lunch on Taquile Island.
  • Hike up to the island’s panoramic viewpoint.
  • Return to Puno by motorized tourist boat.
  • Free time to explore the city of Puno.
  • Transfer to the bus station in Puno.
  • Overnight journey on a comfortable commercial bus with reclining seats up to 160°.
  • Arrival in Arequipa: meet-and-greet service at the bus station and transfer to your hotel.
  • Check-in at your hotel in Arequipa from 1:00 PM.
  • Free time for lunch: enjoy a meal at one of the pleasant restaurants near Arequipa’s Main Square.
  • Pick-up from your hotel to begin the Arequipa City Tour.
  • Visit the Yanahuara Viewpoint, where you can admire beautiful views of the volcanoes surrounding the city.
  • Explore the Main Square (Plaza de Armas) and the city’s historic center.
  • Visit Santa Catalina Monastery, one of Peru’s most iconic religious complexes.
  • Explore the local market, where you can discover a wide variety of traditional local products.
  • Free time to walk around Arequipa’s Main Square in the evening and enjoy a delicious dinner.
  • Return to your hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Arequipa.
  • Breakfast at your hotel in Arequipa.
  • Pick-up from your hotel between 7:15 AM and 7:45 AM.
  • Travel by tourist transportation along a paved road toward Chivay.
  • Make intermediate stops to visit local communities and tourist attractions.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes mountain range.
  • Stop at the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve to admire the scenery and observe local wildlife.
  • Arrival in Chivay and check-in at your hotel.
  • Free time for lunch in Chivay (not included but recommended).
  • Afternoon visit to the hot springs for relaxation.
  • Return to your hotel in the evening.
  • Enjoy a traditional tourist dinner in Chivay (included).
  • Free time to explore the town of Chivay on foot, followed by a return to your hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Chivay.
  • Breakfast at your hotel in Chivay.
  • Early morning departure from your hotel.
  • Travel to the Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint, an ideal spot to observe the majestic flight of condors over Colca Canyon.
  • Explore the canyon viewpoints with our guide, enjoying panoramic views, including the Antahuilque Viewpoint and its pre-Inca agricultural terraces.
  • Return to Chivay, with stops to visit the traditional villages of Maca and Yanque, known for their colonial churches and local handicrafts.
  • Free time for lunch in Chivay (not included; recommendations will be provided by your guide).
  • Return journey to Arequipa, arriving at approximately 5:30 PM.
  • Transfer to Arequipa Airport.
  • Flight from Arequipa to Lima (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes). Airfare is not included but can be booked through us.
  • Arrival in Lima, airport pick-up, and transfer to your hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Lima.
  • Breakfast at your hotel in Lima.
  • Free time to explore Lima at your own pace.
  • We recommend visiting Miraflores and the Lima Coastal Circuit.
  • We recommend visiting the Main Square (Plaza de Armas) and the San Francisco Monastery and Museum.
  • We recommend enjoying lunch at one of Lima’s finest restaurants.
  • We recommend visiting the historic colonial district of Barranco.
  • Return to your hotel to collect your belongings.
  • Pick-up from your hotel in Lima.
  • Transfer from your hotel to Lima Airport.
  • Farewell at Lima Airport.
  • Return flight home.
  • All transfer in/out services needed during the program.
  • 11 nights Hotel and Lodge Accommodation in Lima, Cusco, Puno and Arequipa.
  • Round-trip tourist transportation throughout the Ica Full-Day Tour.
  • Buggy and Sandboarding Tour in Huacachina.
  • Pisco and vineyard Tour in Ica.
  • Paracas and Ballestas Island Tour.
  • Walking Cusco City Tour.
  • Sacred Valley Full Day Tour Tour.
  • Machu Picchu Tour with an Exclusive Private Guide plus Machu Picchu Entrance ticket.
  • Humantay Lake Full Day Tour.
  • Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour.
  • Sun Route Tour (From Cusco to Puno).
  • Titicaca Lake Full Day Tour.
  • Bus ticket from Puno to Arequipa in a confortable bus company with reclining seats up to 160°.
  • City Tour in Arequipa.
  • Colca Canyon 2d/1N Tour by transport.
  • Permits for all the attractions part of the program.
  • 24/7 assistante throughout the program.
  • Meals (Except those included in Taquile Island, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake tours).
  • Permits for Machu Picchu or Huaynapicchu Mountains.
  • Flight Tickets (Lima - Cusco and Arequipa - Lima); available for purchase through us.
  • Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the program.
  • Personal day backpack.
  • Personal ID or Passport.
  • Rain jacket or poncho.
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hat or cap.
  • Warm and light clothes (the temperature in Cusco City is between 15-28 C° during the day and 10-0 C° during the night).
  • Hiking shoes and sticks for the Short Inca Trail, Rainbow Mountain and Humantay Lake tours.
  • Cash in Soles.
  • Personal bottle of wáter.
  • Water and snacks.
  • Camera and fully charged phones.

Climb to Huaynapicchu Mountain:

It is a peak located behind the Archaeological Site of Machu Picchu “when we see taken from the classic photo place”, the climb to Huaynapicchu Mountain takes between 45 minutes to 1 hour. The trail consists starting with some flat and downhill sections followed by a long uphill stair until the top, the views are completely different to the regular ones. It is important to book in advance since there are limited spots each day, the price for this circuit is also more expensive than others. CLICK HERE to have more information about the HUAYNAPICCHU MOUNTAIN.

Climb to Machu Picchu Mountain:

Another additional circuit to do is the Machu Picchu Mountain, the hike up to the top takes between 1 hour and a half to 2 hours through the ancestral trail, the views from each of the resting points are stunning and perfect for the panoramic photos, there is also a limited availability and also with an extra cost. Find the appropriate information about the MACHU PICCHU MOUNTAIN through THIS LINK.

Train Service to Machu Picchu Upgrade:

The train tickets from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and the return are included in the regular service “Expedition or Voyager”, since there are some other services, our customers can upgrade their train service but with an extra cost, Vistadome or 360° are some of them, it is necessary to ask before and see the availability.

Hotel Accommodation:

Our program Explore Machu Picchu, Titicaca and Huacachina 9D includes the 3-star hotel accommodation in Lima, Huacachina, Cusco and Aguas Calientes, however, upgrades to 4 and 5-star hotel accommodation are available upon request. For this reason, it may be necessary to request the upgrade in advance.

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