A complete trip to enjoy some of the most important tourist attractions of 15 days in Peru, from the beautiful city of Lima and the white city of Arequipa, the impressive Colca Canyon. We will also discover the imperial city of Cusco and the mystic of Machu Picchu, finally the amazing floating islands of Lake Titicaca. This Peru Cultural package is designed to conquer you, thanks to the history of Peru, archeology and our culture.
Day 1: International flight – Lima Callao
Arrival in Lima, reception at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Miraflores (Approximate duration 45 minutes)
* We suggest a hotel near the airport, assuming you will arrive at night. If you arrive earlier or if you wish, we can offer you a hotel in the beautiful district of Miraflores.
- • Overnight in Lima.
- • Meals included: none.
Day 2: Lima – Arequipa
Private transfer to the airport for the Lima-Arequipa flight, arrival in Arequipa, reception and transfer to the hotel.
Visit to the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, the Church and Convent of La Compañía, the Monastery of Santa Catalina, a true little town in the heart of the city. We finish the city tour passing by the Mirador de Yanahuara and Carmen Alto to enjoy an unbeatable view of the Andean terraces of the Arequipa countryside. The visit lasts half a day.
- • Overnight in Arequipa.
- • Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 3: Arequipa – Colca Canyon – Chivay
08:30 am: Departure from your hotel in a private vehicle, taking the road that leads to the Colca Canyon. Passing through the Pampa Cañahuas area, a natural reserve for vicuñas and other Andean camelids, the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve. Stop in Patapampa, located at 4900 m altitude to admire the Ampato, Sabancaya and Hualca-Hualca volcanoes. Arrival in Chivay, capital of the high Andean province of Caylloma (185 km from Arequipa)
- • Overnight in Chivay.
- • Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 4: Chivay – Colca Canyon – Chivay – Puno
Departure in a private vehicle to the Cruz del Cóndor, a privileged place for the observation of Condors. The Colca Canyon itself is a spectacle. About 3000m separate its highest peaks from the bed of the Colca River.
The visits are scheduled upon return to Chivay. Travel by tourist bus Chivay-Puno, with an English-speaking guide. Arrival in Puno, reception and transfer to the hotel.
- • Overnight in Puno.
- • Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 5: Puno – Uros Floating Islands – Amantaní
Early departure to the Port of Puno. Navigation to the Uros, to discover these floating islands made on a base of aquatic plants reinforced with reeds from the lake. We continue the circuit through Lake Titicaca, towards the island of Amantaní. reception by a local family, Installation and we share the first meal. In the afternoon, discovery of the island and walk through the hills of Pachapapa and Pachamama, in the company of our guide.
- • Overnight in Amantani
- • Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Amantaní – Taquile – Puno
After a typical breakfast shared with the family, we leave by boat to the island of Taquile. It is a privileged place, thanks to its archaeological remains, its places of worship, its festivals and its rites. The island of Taquile is also known for its textile art that is part of the daily activity of men and women of all ages and whose products are used by all members of the community. We are welcomed by the inhabitants of the island and share a good meal in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We return to the Hotel in Puno.
- • Overnight in Puno
- • Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Day 7: Puno-Cusco
Travel Puno-Cusco by tourist bus with the accompaniment of an English/Spanish speaking guide for visits. Up to the La Raya pass, which is at 4,338 meters above sea level, the route takes place in the heart of the Altiplano. Some visits are planned along the way: Raqchi and the Church of Andahuaylillas, the Sistine Chapel of Latin America. Arrival in Cusco at the end of the day, then reception and transfer to the hotel.
- • Overnight in Cusco
- • Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Day 8: Cusco – Tambomachay – Puka Pukara – Q'enqo – Saqsaywaman – Cusco
Visit to the Tambomachay site, a complex dedicated to the divinity of water. Hike towards Cusco, passing through a small valley. Along the way, we will visit the sites of Puka Pukara, Q'enqo, and Saqsaywaman, an imposing megalithic stone construction that was once the main temple of HananQosqo. Returning to Cusco, we visit the city passing by the stone of the 12 Angles and the main square where the cathedral is located and visit the Qorikancha, the ancient Temple of the Sun.
- • Overnight in Cusco.
- • Meals included: Breakfast.
Day 9: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Maras – Ollantaytambo – Machupicchu Pueblo
Departure in private transportation to the town of Chinchero. The market, held on Sundays, today preserves an impressive authenticity since barter is still practiced there. Chinchero is a very special town. We continue the circuit to the Salineras de Maras, the site of Moray, probably an agricultural laboratory that was once used for the acclimatization of products, we have lunch in Urubamba. In the afternoon Arrival to Ollantaytambo to board the train from the Ollanta station to Machupicchu Pueblo and accommodation at the hotel.
- • Overnight in Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu Pueblo)
- • Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Day 10: Machupicchu Pueblo – Ollantaytambo
Ascent by bus for 40 minutes until the entrance to the Inca citadel of Machupicchu. Guided tour in private and French language, a wonder that has not yet delivered all its mysteries, the citadel of Machupicchu. After the visit, free time will be dedicated to strolling through the alleys of this important wonder. Descent to Machupicchu Pueblo on foot or by bus, at your own pace. In the afternoon or early evening, train to Ollantaytambo. Arrival to Ollantaytambo and installation in the hotel.
- • Overnight in Ollantaytambo
- • Meals included: Breakfast
Day 11: Ollantaytambo – Pisaq – Cusco
Visit to the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, where some of the most impressive and mysterious Inca constructions are located. This site can only lead to amazement due to the perfection of the granite cut, the preponderant rock in this old urban nucleus. The visit in the morning is ideal because it is less crowded. After the visit, we continue along the Sacred Valley of the Incas to the town of Pisaq, visit the archaeological site and the craft market. Return to Cusco at the end of the afternoon.
- • Overnight in Cusco
- • Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Day 12: Cusco
Free day to take advantage of and stroll through the charming streets of this ancient city. Discovery of the San Blas neighborhood. It is one of the most beautiful areas of the city; that of artists and craftsmen. In addition to its small shops and art galleries, the area has good restaurants and nice cafes.
- • Overnight in Cusco
- • Meals included: Breakfast
Day 13: Cusco - Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain – Cusco
The tour starts early in the morning, we will go through your hotel in Cusco between 04:00 and 04:30 am. To travel by car for approximately two hours to the south, until we reach the district of Cusipata, where we can have breakfast, then we will travel by car for another 1 hour until we reach the checkpoint where we will start the walk, the walk will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. , we will observe the typical flora and fauna of the Andes, among which the presence of Llamas and Alpacas stands out, upon reaching the Vinicunca or Montaña de Colores viewpoint (5080 masl.) our guide will give us an explanation about the orography, ecosystem and color from the mountain, we will also be able to take advantage of the moment to take souvenir photos and admire the beautiful landscape, then we will return by the same path to the point where we started the walk where our transport will be waiting to take us back to Cusipata, where we will enjoy lunch . After lunch we will begin the return trip to the city of Cusco, arriving between 4 and 5 in the afternoon.
- • Overnight in Cusco
- • Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Day 14: Cusco – Lima - Miraflores
In the morning, private transfer to the Cusco airport and boarding for the flight to Lima. Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to the hotel. Free time to relax and also to walk around the beautiful neighborhoods of Miraflores. In the afternoon, discovery of the center of Lima and its surrounding districts, in the company of a private French-speaking guide, the Historic Center of the city that has recovered its previous physiognomy, we will discover the Plaza San Martín, the jirón la Unión (which connects with the Plaza de Armas), the Municipality of Lima, the Cathedral and the Convent of San Francisco.
- • Overnight in Lima
- • Meals included: Breakfast
Day 15: Lima – International flight
Free day in Lima to enjoy a little more of Peru and its magic. Transfer to the airport 4 hours before the departure of the international flight.
- • Meals included: Breakfast
- • All internal transportation: transfers, flights, boats, local or private buses and trains, except in special cases.
- • The hotels according to the chosen category.
- • All entrance fees to the sites, unless otherwise specified.
- • Guide service in French for the tours, unless otherwise specified.
- • Meals mentioned as included.
- • All breakfasts.
- • National Flights
- • Meals indicated as free.
- • Drinks at all meals.
- • Tips to guides, carriers, etc.
- • Taxes from Bus Stations or Terrestrial Terminals (around $0.50).
- • Visits indicated as NOT included.
- • Excursions indicated as optional.
- • International flights.
- • Your cancellation and repatriation insurance.
- • Bank commissions related to travel payments.
- -Minimum 02 people.
- -Prices are per person and are expressed in (US$) American dollars.
- -Book your tour with only 50%.
- -Once the reservation is accepted, it is mandatory to send a copy of your passport or identity document by email.
- -Prices do not include transaction fees for card payments. Current rate. Expiration date: 12/31/2023
