Wonders of Peru (without flights)

Arrival at Lima International Airport and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Breakfast and transfer to the station to take the regular bus to Paracas. Arrival and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Paracas is known for its mild desert climate and is an ideal year-round destination for nature and ancient history lovers. Its impressive National Reserve offers stunning landscapes, rock formations and beaches with turquoise waters. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.

Breakfast and transfer to the El Chaco dock to take a boat to the Ballestas Islands, a natural reserve with beautiful geological formations and impressive fauna, where you can even see remains of pre-Incan cultures. The Ballestas Islands are home to birds, pelicans, sea lions, Humboldt penguins and other fascinating species. Along the way, you can see the still inexplicable drawing drawn on the sand in the shape of a candelabra. At the end of the excursion, transfer to the station and departure by regular bus to Nazca. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Early breakfast and transfer to the airfield to fly over the Nazca Lines. From the air, you will be able to observe gigantic figures such as a monkey, a spider and a condor, while you try to decipher their mysterious patterns. This enigmatic flight lasts 30 minutes. At the end, you will have free time in the city. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the bus station to take the bus that will take you from Nazca to Arequipa, a trip of approximately ten hours. Upon arrival at the bus station in Arequipa, you will be transferred to your hotel. Accommodation.

Breakfast and departure to the Carmen Alto viewpoint, where you can enjoy views of the Chili River and the Misti and Chachani volcanoes. Next, you will visit the Yanahuara viewpoint to contemplate the urban contrast and admire the buildings made of sillar, a white stone characteristic of the area. Afterwards, the tour will continue to the Plaza de Armas, the heart of urban life. Finally, you will explore the Santa Catalina Convent, made up of squares, cloisters and streets. Return to the hotel and rest of the day free. Accommodation.

(Dress code for churches: during the visit, the use of short-sleeved shirts or T-shirts or straps and pants above the knees are not permitted, otherwise you will not be able to enter).

Breakfast and departure by road towards the Colca Valley, passing first through the district of Yura, which is characterized by a series of impressive geographical features, such as ravines, mountain ranges and canyons. We continue through the Pampas Cañahuas Reserve, an extensive plain populated by vicuñas, one of the four native Andean camelids found in Peru. Then we will cross the Viscachani and Toccra plains, skirting the crater of the Chucura volcano to reach the Los Andes viewpoint in Patapampa, which is 4,910 meters above sea level. From here you can see the different volcanoes that surround Arequipa. Lunch will be held in the picturesque town of Chivay and then transfer to your hotel in the Colca Valley to enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Prepare for an unforgettable day with a breathtaking trip to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint. Take a deep breath and appreciate the immensity of the Colca Valley, one of the deepest canyons in the world, with a height (at its highest points) of over 4,160 meters above sea level. The excitement you feel with this experience will increase when you observe the natural spectacle of the immense condors over the canyon. Let yourself be amazed as you watch these elegant birds of prey fly over, patrolling it with military discipline. We will descend to the bottom of the valley to discover some of the rural villages located on the banks of the Colca River, such as Pinchollo, Maca, Achoma and Yanque. You can also stop at the Antahuilque and Choquetico viewpoints to admire the majestic views of the valley. The trip continues towards Puno. The landscapes will enchant you, with their combination of high plains, unusual rock formations and impressive lagoons. Lunch on the way. After six hours of travel, we arrive at our next destination, Puno. Accommodation.

Breakfast. In the highland city of Puno lies Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Here, the Uros form an ancestral society that lives on artificial islands built on bases of woven totora reeds, which grow in the lake itself. Today's excursion begins with a transfer to the port of Puno, where a boat awaits to take you to the beautiful Uros Islands. After a magical hour-and-a-half navigation, we continue to the island of Taquile, known for its ancestral culture and traditional way of life, a beautiful piece of heaven that belonged to the Inca Empire where vestiges of this culture can still be seen in its structures. At this point, we will receive a briefing on the island, followed by a delicious lunch. Return to the hotel in Puno and rest of the afternoon at leisure. Accommodation.

Breakfast and departure to the heart of the Inca Empire. Transfer to the bus station and departure on the tourist bus that will take you to Cusco. The route runs through amazing landscapes of the mountain plateau, with villages and native animals around. Stop for a break at the archaeological site of Pucará, which dates from 200 BC to 300 AD. Brief stop at La Raya, the highest point between Puno and Cusco, located more than 4,313 meters above sea level. Then visit Racchi, where the Wiracocha temple is located, a surprising rectangular construction 30 meters wide by 20 meters high. After the visit, enjoy a delicious lunch. Shortly before reaching Cusco, stop in the town of Andahuaylillas to see its main attraction: the church of San Pedro, nicknamed the “Sistine Chapel of America” for the impressive works of art found inside. Once you arrive at the Imperial City bus station, transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Today we have a guided tour of this charming city that was the capital of the Inca Empire. The tour begins with a visit to the Convent of Santo Domingo, built on the Inca temple of Coricancha and one of the most important enclosures dedicated to the worship of the sun. Ancient chronicles say that its walls were covered with gold leaf and filled with golden representations of nature. Then we visit the Cathedral, the most impressive monument in the Plaza de Armas. Afterwards, we leave for the hills of Cusco where the Sacsayhuamán fortress is located, whose imposing walls offer an impressive panoramic view of Cusco. We continue to Qenqo, an archaeological complex for religious use where it is believed that the Incas practiced rituals related to agriculture. The tour ends at Puca Pucará, "red fort" in Quechua, an architectural complex for supposed military use, with multiple rooms, plazas, baths, aqueducts and towers. It is believed that it was used by the Inca entourage while the leader rested in Tambomachay. After finishing the visit, return to the hotel and rest of the day free. Accommodation.

Breakfast and departure to the town of Chinchero (*). This traditional Cusco urban center is special not only for its privileged view of the landscape of the Sacred Valley, but also because its inhabitants preserve the traditions and knowledge inherited from the Incas, which is reflected in their clothing and crafts. In addition to its cultural legacy, in Chinchero you can visit the agricultural terraces and its beautiful 17th-century church, built on an ancient Inca palace and considered one of the first Catholic buildings in Peru. The trip continues through the Sacred Valley towards Ollantaytambo, making a stop on the way to enjoy the landscape from a viewing point before reaching the Living Museum of Yucay. This museum is, in fact, an interpretation center of Andean traditions, with demonstrations of the elaboration of textile work, adobe crafts, ceramics and silverwork using the same ancient Inca techniques. Alpacas, llamas and sheep live here, which you can see up close and even feed. Typical lunch in the area. Finally, a tour of the town of Ollantaytambo is made. Enjoy the Andean essence that is breathed in the place by walking through its streets, which still maintain the Inca urban planning and have been inhabited since then, or climb the iconic fortress built on the side of the mountain. After the visit, transfer to your hotel to rest full of the Inca spirit. Accommodation.

(*) The visits that take place on Sundays include the Chinchero market.

Breakfast and transfer to the Ollantaytambo station to take the Inca Rail Voyager train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), crossing spectacular Andean landscapes for approximately one and a half hours. Arrival and continuation by bus to Machu Picchu, the “lost city of the Incas”. It is believed that the archaeological site was built around 1450 by the Inca Pachacutec as his holiday residence. However, a century later, the city was abandoned after the Spanish conquest, saving it from the destruction that came to other Inca settlements. Instead, the jungle hid and protected it. During the guided tour, you will learn about the origins of this impressive citadel, presenting its most outstanding monuments. After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes. You will enjoy a delicious set menu lunch at Café Inkaterra, with a unique view of the Vilcanota River. This restaurant combines Andean cuisine and architecture with contemporary trends, creating a meal with an original and fusion-style flavour. Afterwards, take the 360º train back to Ollantaytambo station. Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Cusco. Accommodation.

(Lunch time may vary depending on the entrance to the citadel)

(Very important:due to the limited capacity of the citadel, it is recommended to purchase tickets to Machu Picchu well in advance because they are subject to availability at the time of requesting the reservation and payment for them. Once the ticket is purchased, it is non-refundable).