The Impressive Peruvian South

Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, transport and a representative will pick you up for transfer to your selected hotel.
One night accommodation in Lima at selected hotel.

You will be picked up from your hotel to begin a tour of some of Lima's most representative historical and cultural spaces. You will visit the Larco Museum, located in an 18th-century viceregal mansion, which houses a notable collection of pre-Columbian art and offers insight into over 5,000 years of ancient Peru's history. Next, you will head to the Historic Center to see the Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city and scene of important events since the viceregal era. You will continue on foot to Casa Aliaga, one of Lima's oldest colonial residences and inhabited by the same family since the 16th century, where you will appreciate its elegant interiors and learn about the capital's viceregal history. Subsequently, you will walk to the Santo Domingo Convent, one of the most representative religious complexes in the Historic Center, where you will learn about the capital's spiritual and colonial heritage. At the end of the visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
*As this is a shared service, passenger pickup may occur within a range of up to 30 minutes from the scheduled tour start time.
*The afternoon tour begins with visits to Lima's Historic Center and concludes at the Larco Museum, where passengers can complete the experience with a tour of one of Peru's most important pre-Columbian art collections before returning to their hotel.
One night accommodation in Lima at selected hotel and breakfast included.

The day will begin early in the morning departing Lima heading south. Along the way, you will stop at Mirasur restaurant, where you will have the option to enjoy breakfast (not included). Further ahead, the journey will continue to the historic Hacienda San José, located in Chincha, a place full of history and tradition. There, you will explore the secret slave tunnels, a surprising underground labyrinth built in the 17th century to hide African slave trafficking and evade taxes. These tunnels connected various estates with the port along more than 17 km. After this unique experience, the journey will continue until you reach Paracas bus station*, and then you will be transferred to your hotel*.
One night accommodation in Paracas at selected hotel.

This morning you will head to El Chaco pier to board a boat ride of one and a half hours to the Ballestas Islands. This natural reserve is known for its impressive geological formations, rich fauna, and traces of pre-Incan cultures. The Ballestas Islands are home to a wide variety of species, including blue-footed boobies, pelicans, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and other fascinating animals. During the tour, you will also be able to observe a mysterious linear drawing in the desert sand, known as the Candelabro. After the tour, you will continue your journey to the city of Nazca. You will be transferred to Paracas bus station to board the bus to Nazca, in a journey of approximately four hours. Upon arrival at Nazca bus station, you will be transferred to your hotel.
One night accommodation in Nazca at selected hotel and breakfast included.

Today you will be picked up to fly over the Nazca Lines from the city's aerodrome. From the air, you will observe giant figures such as a monkey, a spider, and a condor, while attempting to decipher their mysterious patterns. This enigmatic overflight 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 board the bus that will take you from Nazca to Arequipa, in a journey of approximately ten hours. Upon arrival at Arequipa bus station, you will be transferred to your hotel.
*Hotel pickup in Lima from established hotels.
*Transfers from the bus station to the hotel in Paracas will be provided by a Spanish-speaking driver.
*You are allowed to transport up to 20 kilos of luggage in the cargo hold and 5 kilos in carry-on baggage.
*The maximum weight for the overflight is 90 kilos; if that weight is exceeded, an additional USD 55 must be paid. We suggest requesting each passenger's reference weight, as if this weight is exceeded, an additional charge will be made or, if necessary, the number of passengers in each aircraft will be modified for safety reasons.
*The overflight is subject to weather conditions. The exact time of the overflight will be confirmed one day before the service according to the airline's policies operating the service.
One night accommodation in Arequipa at selected hotel and breakfast included.

You will be taken from your hotel 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 sillar constructions, a white stone characteristic of the area. Then, the tour will continue at the Plaza de Armas, the heart of urban life. Finally, you will explore Santa Catalina Convent, composed of plazas, cloisters, and streets.
*Dress code for visiting churches: pants, long shorts, or skirts that cover the knees; otherwise, entry will not be permitted. Note that the pickup range for this service, being shared, is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night accommodation in Arequipa at selected hotel and breakfast included.

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the journey to the town of Chivay. The route will take you through the paved road crossing the Pampa Cañahuas, a vast plain within the Aguada Blanca National Reserve. Along the way, there will be a stop in Patahuasi, where you can enjoy a variety of herbal teas and use the facilities before continuing. Further ahead, you will pass through Viscachani and the Toccra wetlands, areas where it is possible to observe vicuñas, alpacas, and migratory birds. Then, you will reach the Patapampa viewpoint, located at 4,910 m.a.s.l., from where you can admire the impressive Volcanic Chain. Upon arrival in Chivay, you will have a break for lunch and then be transferred to your hotel. The afternoon will be free to rest or explore the area on your own. Dinner will be on your own.
One night accommodation in Colca at selected hotel, lunch included.

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the town of Yanque, where you can visit its charming plaza. Then, you will continue the tour toward Condor's Cross, one of the most impressive points of Colca Canyon. From this viewpoint, you will have the opportunity to admire the majestic flight of the Andean condor in its natural habitat. On the return journey, you will make stops at different panoramic viewpoints until reaching the town of Maca, where you can appreciate its charming plaza and surrounding landscapes. After lunch at a restaurant in Chivay, you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and enjoy the rest of the afternoon free.
One night accommodation in Colca at selected hotel, lunch included.

Mid-morning (the time will vary depending on your hotel's location), you will be picked up to head to the place where you will lunch in Chivay. Then, you will continue your journey to Puno, crossing impressive Andean landscapes in a journey of approximately five and a half hours. Along the way, you will make a stop in Patahuasi, where you will find services and can take a brief rest. Further ahead, at the Lagunillas viewpoint, you will have the opportunity to admire high Andean lagoons and observe migratory birds such as flamingos, which stand out for their elegant flight. Finally, you will arrive at the city of Puno, where you will be transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimatize to the altitude.
One night accommodation in Puno at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

In the high-altitude city of Puno lies Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. Here, the Uros form an ancestral society that inhabits artificial islands built on bases of woven totora reeds, which grow in the lake itself. The tour will begin with transfer to Puno port, where a boat will wait to take you to the beautiful Uros islands. After a magical hour-and-a-half excursion, you will continue to Taquile Island, known for its ancestral culture and traditional way of life. At this point, you will have an informational session about the island, followed by a delicious lunch. Finally, you will return to the city of Puno.
*Note that the pickup range for this service, being shared, is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night accommodation in Puno at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

Prepare yourself for a journey to Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire, exploring a route that crosses impressive Andean landscapes, with native towns and wildlife. During the journey, you will make a stop at Pucará Museum, declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation. Then, you will briefly stop at La Raya, the highest point of the route at 4,313 meters above sea level; after this visit, you will enjoy an exquisite lunch. Continuing with the route, you will have the opportunity to visit the town of Raqchi, famous for hosting the Wiracocha temple. Additionally, explore the charming town of Andahuaylillas, known for its church, called the Sistine Chapel of America due to its impressive works of art. Finally, you will arrive at your hotel in Cusco.
*Note that the pickup range for this service, being shared, is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

You will be picked up from your hotel to begin a tour of some of Cusco's main attractions and surroundings. You will visit the Coricancha, an ancient Inca temple dedicated to the Sun, over whose walls the Santo Domingo Convent was built, and continue to Cusco Cathedral, located at the Plaza de Armas and recognized for its colonial architecture and valuable collection of religious art. Then you will head to Sacsayhuamán, an impressive archaeological complex that stands out for its enormous finely assembled stone blocks, to later visit Tambomachay, an Inca ceremonial site associated with water worship. At the end of the visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
*The departure time may vary up to 30 minutes due to the shared nature of the service.
*The order of visits is referential and may be adjusted according to the service's operational conditions.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel and breakfast included.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco to begin a full-day tour through the Sacred Valley. You will visit the Parwa Cultural Center in Chinchero, where you will learn firsthand about the community's traditions through a demonstration of the textile process and participate in exclusive experiences dedicated to native potatoes and chicha de jora, a traditional Andean beverage that you will also be able to taste. You will continue to the Chinchero archaeological complex and its church, spaces that reflect the encounter between Inca heritage and the colonial era. Then, you will enjoy lunch at Hanka restaurant before heading to Ollantaytambo, where you will tour the town and walk to its impressive archaeological site, one of the main testimonies of Inca architecture in the Sacred Valley. At the end of the visit, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cusco.
*Note that the pickup range for this service, being shared, is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time. Tourist visits conducted on Sundays include the Chinchero market.
*The visit to Chinchero church will only be from the outside; it does not include entry.
One night accommodation in Urubamba at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

Transport will pick you up from your Urubamba hotel (Sacred Valley) and transfer you to Ollantaytambo train station. This transfer is shared with other passengers; the pickup range is up to 30 minutes.
You will board the Inca Rail Voyager train at Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes station (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Upon arrival at your destination, you will receive assistance. For the return to Ollantaytambo station, you will board the 360° train. Each journey will last approximately one and a half hours, and schedules will be subject to availability.
Aguas Calientes, situated on the slopes of Machu Picchu, offers a vibrant handicraft market, a variety of restaurants, and accommodation options. Just 25 minutes by bus away is Machu Picchu, an impressive feat of engineering and architecture believed to have served as a sanctuary and retreat for Inca Pachacútec. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the modern world, Machu Picchu, meaning "Old Mountain," captivates with its historical splendor and natural majesty. Upon completion of the visit, you will return by bus to Aguas Calientes to begin your return to Cusco. This tour is shared with other passengers.
(*) From the confirmed entry time to Machu Picchu citadel, you will have half an hour to reach the entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain and begin your hike.
You will enjoy a delicious menu lunch at Café Inkaterra with a unique view of the Vilcanota River.
After your train journey from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, transport will be waiting at the train station to take you to your selected hotel in the city of Cusco. This transfer will be shared with other passengers; the waiting range from train arrival is up to 30 minutes before departing to Cusco.
One night accommodation in Cusco at selected hotel, breakfast and lunch included.

Transport with a representative will take you from your selected hotel to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco.
Breakfast included.