PERU LAND OF WONDERS

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DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 01: ARRIVAL TO LIMA

Assistance is provided upon your arrival at Lima International Airport and transfer to your hotel. There, you will receive a tour briefing as well as other information about how to organize your Peru trip. Overnight in Lima. Meals included: None.

Day 02: LIMA CITY TOUR

Guided sightseeing tour of Lima, the "City of Kings“, the most attractive and essential landmarks. The tour begins in the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, passing by the Huaca Pucllana, the ceremonial and administrative center of the Lima Culture erected in the II century A.C. that the Incas designated "Ñaupallaqta" or Sacred Town. We will also visit "El Olivar" park, which has olive trees brought from Spain in the XV century, the Central Park of Miraflores, and Larcomar, a symbol of modern Lima and a tourist and entertainment center, as well as a privileged location to enjoy an incredible view of the Pacific Ocean. Finally, we'll visit Lima's Historical Center, passing by Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral and its Religious Art Museum, and Lima's Colonial Balconies. Also, we‘ll visit the Convent and Church of San Francisco, the greatest monumental complex of Colonial Art in America and Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Overnight in Lima. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel

DAY 03: LIMA – CUSCO

At a convenient time, transfer to Lima Airport to board your flight to Cusco. At your arrival, welcome and transfer to your hotel. Rest and adapt to altitude. Overnight in Cusco. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel

DAY 04: CITY TOUR CUSCO

In the afternoon, take a guided sightseeing tour of the spectacular colonial city constructed on the foundations of Inca palaces. The tour begins with a visit to the main square, originally known as Huacaypata. The tour continue with the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun, popularly known as Qoricancha. In addition, we will explore the 4 ruins around the city: the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the ceremonial center of Qenqo, Tambomachay, and the fort of Puka Pukara. Overnight in Cusco. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel

DAY 05: SANCTUARY OF MACHU PICCHU

At a convenient time, transfer to train station in Poroy at a good time to catch your excursion train to Aguas Calientes. When you arrive in Aguas Calientes, your tour will begin with a 30-minute bus ride up a 6km winding road to the spectacular Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, commonly known as "The Lost City of the Incas". We'll have a guided tour of the Citadel, including the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, and numerous burial grounds. Then, we catch the bus back to Aguas Calientes. You will have a delicious buffet lunch at a neighborhood restaurant. After lunch, you will proceed to the train station and wait for your train ride back to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel and buffet Lunch.

DAY 06: CUSCO – PUNO

At morning, transfer to Cusco airport to board your flight to Puno. Upon your arrival, welcome and transfer to your hotel. On the way, we'll stop by the famed Chullpas of Sillustani, 12 m/40ft high stone cylinder burial chambers used by the Aymaras to bury their significant leaders. Lake Umayo, located in front of the Chullpas, enhances the attractiveness of the area. Here, you can also see wild guinea pigs, birds, and other local wildlife. Overnight in Puno. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel

DAY 07: UROS AND TAQUILE

At according time, we will begin our guided lakeside tour to the longest lake in the world the “Titicaca Lake” (3810 masl), located in the Altiplano. Then, we will visit the Uros Islands using small boats, this ethnic family lives in floating reed islands of totora. Continuing our exploration, we will proceed to Taquile Island (4040 masl), recognized for its impressive Andean landscapes adorned with numerous hills and archaeological sites. The island is famous for its weaving traditions, where intricate fabric designs reflect the locals' daily lives and cultural heritage. In the afternoon, we will return to Puno. Overnight in Puno. Meals: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 06: FLIGHT TO LIMA

At a convenient time, transfer to Cusco Airport to take your flight to Lima and connect with return flight home. Meals Included: Breakfast at your hotel.

OUR PROGRAM INCLUDES

Accommodation:

Two night’s accommodation and breakfast in Lima
Three nights’ accommodation and breakfast in Cusco
Two night’s accommodation and breakfast in Puno

Meals:

Daily breakfast at the hotel
Lunch on Day 5 at El Mapi restaurant
Lunch on Day 7 at local restaurant

Transport:

Transfer from/to the hotel, between cities, during the tours and on the Expedition train to Machu Picchu -Shared services

Entrance fees and activities:

All visits mentioned in the program: archaeological sites; and Machu Picchu

OUR PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDES

Expenses of a personal nature. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages or drinks during meals. Meals not stated in the program
International air tickets
Domestic air tickets
International and domestic airport departure taxes
Any early check-in, late check-out and up-grade of room
Meals, drinks or beverages not mentioned in the program
Bank fees
Optional excursions