Arrival in Lima
Arrival to Lima in the evening. At arrival, meeting with a staff member and transfer to hotel in Miraflores in the Northern Part of Lima. The hotel is located in a nice, safe area with plenty of restaurants and shops.
Checkin and relax.
Included meals: None

Visit to Lima City & Natural History Museum
CITY TOUR IN LIMA:
Private services (5 hours)
Experience the capital of Peru through a diverse tour including the old center of Lima with the beautiful decorated squares surrounded by architecture from the colonial age.
As Peru is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, the visit to the museum will make you appreciate the Andean and pre-Colombian art even more.
Entrance to the Cathedral and San Francisco included.

Afterwards continue the tour to the Natural History Museum
The natural history museum is dedicated to scientific research and the exhibition of species of flora and fauna world heritage found in Peru, visited mostly by children and which is a source of learning par excellence.
Its facilities are under the supervision of the Universidad Nacional Mayor San Marcos de Lima. The natural history museum is made up of 4 large rooms (botany, zoology, geosciences and ecology) to discover the diversity of research carried out by its technical staff.
Included meals: Breakfast

Sacred Valley: Pisaq, Awanacancha & Ollantaytambo
Morning flight to Cusco.

TRADITIONAL SACRED VALLEY TOUR WITH AWANACANCHA
Private services
The Sacred Valley, located between Cusco and Machu Picchu, was unquestionably an important area for the Incas. Its agreeable climate and fertile plains create the perfect conditions for growing crops. For the Incas, this region was also on the route to the jungle and had therefore a key role in trading fruits and plants of the tropical lowlands. Today, the Sacred Valley remains a lush agricultural region supplying the city of Cusco with many agricultural products.
With this full-day tour, you start the day with visiting the Pisac Andean market, where thousands of people from the region come to sell and/or buy agricultural products and handicrafts. It is an interesting experience offering you new insights in the cultural of this region and, of course, you also have time to do some shopping!
You also have the opportunity to get to know Awanacancha, a place where you can see several species of Andean camelids such as llamas, alpacas, vicunas and guanacos. The locals will show you their traditional weaving and dyeing techniques while telling about this ancient tradition. It is not only interesting for you; this demonstration also contributes to keeping traditional textile arts alive.
In the afternoon, you visit the Ollantaytambo Ruins. These famous ruins are named after Ollanta, a warrior who fell in love with an Inca princess but was not allowed to marry her. One of the best preserved sites of this area is known as Hanan Huacaypata and is north of the main square. This ruin exists out of elegantly crafted stone walks. The tour is concluded with a stop at Chinchero, a village specialized in textile products that also has an interesting Inca history.
End the day in Ollantaytambo.
*The order of the visits may change.*
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch

Sacred Valley: Zip Line & Viaferrata
ZIP LINE & VIA FERRATA
Private services
This tour has been made to offer an amazing MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE for people without any experience. It will be an experience of a lifetime.
It is a combo for both activities, you will climb 400 meters of via ferrata and descend the mountain using 6 zipwires (150 mts to 700 mts).
After the tour, return to hotel in Ollantaytambo.
Included meals: Breakfast, box lunch

Sacred Valley: Rafting
RAFTING OLLANTAYTAMBO
We will collect the participants from their respective hotels and begin the journey toward the Sacred Valley. After approximately 1 hour, we will arrive at our Adventure Center, located at kilometer 84 on the Urubamba–Ollantaytambo road. This private facility features an exclusive embarkation point, restrooms, changing rooms, showers, private parking, and one hectare of beautifully maintained gardens.

Upon arrival, the group will receive a detailed safety briefing before setting out on the river for about two hours of adventure. The route begins with gentle waters, ideal for practicing the guide’s instructions, and gradually leads into livelier sections. Along the descent, you will navigate rapids such as “The Station” and, toward the end, “The Slipper.” Throughout the experience, the surrounding scenery provides a striking backdrop, with Inca terraces still actively cultivated by local farmers and fishermen.
In the afternoon, transfer back to the hotel in Ollantaytambo.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Hiking: Short Inca Trail (km 104) to Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes (2050 m)
After a well deserved rest, we’ll begin our first experience en route to the famous Machu Picchu, but with a slightly different approach. We’ll depart from Ollantaytambo and board a train at the Ollantaytambo station, following the Urubamba River downstream to the location known as Kilometer 104, where our trek begins.

The trailhead (2128 m) leads us up a fairly steep section of well maintained switchbacks, eventually connecting with the final stretch of the Classic Inca Trail. Along the way, we’ll have the chance to see other archaeological sites.

After passing the checkpoint, we’ll visit the archaeological site of Chachabamba, believed to have been built for ceremonial or religious purposes. Continuing our hike, we’ll take our first break to enjoy some snacks while admiring the stunning landscape, with views of the Urubamba River, the surrounding mountains, and the Veronica Glacier visible throughout the route.

We’ll continue hiking until we reach the impressive archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna (2650 m), a beautiful Inca structure believed to have served various functions related to daily life. From there, we’ll proceed to Intipunku, or the Sun Gate (2730 m), where we’ll be rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of Machu Picchu and its surrounding mountains and valleys.

After a short rest, we’ll descend along a scenic trail, passing briefly by the citadel before boarding a bus at 2433 meters that will take us back to the town of Aguas Calientes.

Ascent: 602m / Descent: 297 m / Highest altitude: 2730 m / Distance: 16,7 km / Activity duration: 5-6 h
Level of difficulty: Moderate

Luggage allowed: A day-backpack with 8 kilos per person. Rest of luggage, must be left at your hotel.
The Inca Trail does not operate in February due to the rainy season.

Included meals: Breakfast, Picnic

Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
Machu Picchu, rediscovered by Hiram Bingham in 1911, is one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the world. Built in the 15th century under Inca emperor Pachacútec, this mountain-top citadel is believed to have served as a royal estate, religious sanctuary, and astronomical observatory. Perched at 2430 meters above sea level, it offers spectacular views of the surrounding Andean landscape and the Urubamba River below. The site showcases extraordinary Inca engineering with over 150 structures—temples, terraces, fountains, and royal tombs—crafted using precise stonework techniques that required no mortar. Key highlights include the Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Plaza, the Intihuatana stone, and the Temple of the Condor.

Beyond its architectural brilliance, Machu Picchu reflects the deep spiritual and cosmological beliefs of the Inca civilization. Its layout aligns with astronomical events, such as solstices and equinoxes, and reveals a profound respect for nature and the cosmos. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu stands as a powerful symbol of Peru’s cultural legacy. Visiting the site is a journey into the heart of Andean history, spirituality, and ingenuity.

Machu Picchu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Morning Tour to Machu Picchu
Early breakfast, then take the first bus up to Machu Picchu to enter the site as it opens. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour during which you will learn about the Incas and visit the most important areas of the citadel. Around noon, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes. Lunch (not included) in Aguas Calientes, and afterwards, travel back to Ollantaytambo by train. From there, a private transfer will take you to your hotel in Cusco.

Level of difficulty: Normal / walking time: 2 hours / Total distance approx.: 4 Km.
Included meals: Breakfast

Cusco – Free day
Today will be a day to enjoy on your hand the amazing city of Cusco and all it has to offer. There are plenty of options like: museums, archeological and religious sites, souvenirs’ shopping or just to hang around the many restaurants and cafes.
The local market place is also a good option to experience the local life and daily rhythm.
Night in hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast

Cusco city tour (half a day)
Private services
Time to explore magical Cusco! This beautiful city has an interesting history, both from Inca and colonial times. You start this half-day tour at Cusco’s main square, which was called Huacaypata (Warriors Square) by the Incas. While the guide tells you more about the history of this special place, you can admire the city’s cathedral which was built between 1560 and 1664 with the red granite stones from the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. The cathedral is without doubt one of the most impressive buildings in Cusco, and not only from the outside: the historical buildings host one of the most significant collections of gold and silver work of the colonial period.
 Next, you continue to Koricancha and the Convent of Santo Domingo. The convent was built on top of the most important Inca temple dedicated to the worship of the sun, with walls covered with gold leaf. Wandering through the streets of what once was the capital of the Inca Empire, you feel like you are travelling through time.After exploring Cusco, you head to the nearby ruins, such as the Sacsayhuaman Fortress with its immense temple walls made out of huge stones constructed in a zigzag pattern; the red fort Puca Pucara; the Qenko Amphitheater, and Tambomachay, the Inca baths. Full of new knowledge about the history of the Incas, you return to your hotel in Cusco.
Included meals: Breakfast

Crossing the highland by bus from Cusco to Puno
Private transfer from your Hotel to the Bus Station with guide.
EXCURSION WITH TOURISTIC BUS (Full Day)
Shared Services
Public bus from Cusco to Puno. The journey takes about 10 hours.
Bus schedule: 07h00 – 17h30
You will leave Cusco early in order to visit some of the most wonderful destinations in Peru. You will visit Andahuaylillas, whose famous colonial church is known as the “Sixtine Chapel of the Americas” because of its beautiful painted ceiling and other art treasures and we will visit Raqchi, a great temple complex and your first encounter with Inca Ruins also known as the Temple of Wiracocha on route.
You will cross La Raya pass at an altitude of 4319 m. From here on you will be descending through a marvelous valley cultivated with lots of crops such as corn and potatoes. Buffet lunch en route.
And finally, one of the last visits on your way to Puno is the Pukara Museum, the stepped pyramid elaborated by the villagers of Pukara, 106 km to the north of Cusco, whose antiquity surpasses 3.500 years, it is impressive and enigmatic.
You will arrive at Puno in the afternoon.
Private transfer from the bus station to your hotel in Puno.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Luquina community (Titicaca)
Luquina is a small and rarely visited rural community in the peninsula of Chucuito. It takes around 1 and a half hour’s boat ride from the town of Puno.
The local families from Luquina share with us their peaceful existence, each family lives on a small piece of land where they also keep their domestic animals. Sometimes they have donkeys, pigs, sheep and hens in a little barn next to the house.

The tour starts in Puno. We transfer you from the hotel to the dock in Puno. We embark on a boat journey towards Taquile Island and later on to the community of Luquina. On the way to Taquile, we stop by the floating Islands of Uros for a guided interpretation of the local way of life of the Uro people.

11:30: We arrive in Taquile Island and start a soft hike up to a community where we will enjoy a textile and cultural exhibition where a native guide will provide and interpretation of the traditional clothing and textile designs from Taquile.

12:30: Lunch in Taquile Island.

13:30: We return to the dock to continue our trip to the community of Luquina.

15:00: Upon our arrival in Luquina, we will be greeted and welcome by the friendly members of the community. We will immediately notice their beautiful bright typical clothing and enjoy the sound of their musical instruments. As part of the community based tourism initiative, travelers cans spend time with the locals, gaining and insight into such daily activities as farming, fishing sailing and cookery. Some groups have been able to play soccer and volleyball against the locals; such sport activities are the favorites of local children and young people to share with the visitors.

19:00: A delicious dinner made of local produce will be served in the host family house: Quinoa soup and a tasty potato and vegetable stew with rice. Communication might be difficult as the local people speak mostly Aymara and some Spanish but they are very warm and gracious. Gesturing and smiling works often very well!

In the evening, the community will offer us a chance to enjoy their Andean music played with traditional instruments and we will be more than welcome to try to join the local group for either dancing or playing a local musical instrument. Do not be surprised when you will also be given the opportunity and privilege to try on the local dress and costumes.
Night in a local family house.
Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Titicaca Lake & Luquina Community
After breakfast, the morning is dedicated to deeper engagement with the host community. Guests may accompany their host families in their daily tasks, such as tending small farmlands, learning about traditional agricultural practices, or participating in simple household activities that offer insight into local life. There is also the opportunity to join a fisherman from the community for a peaceful boat ride along the peninsula’s cliffs, gaining a closer understanding of their connection with the lake.

Those who enjoy walking may take part in gentle hikes through the village paths, while trekking enthusiasts may choose a one-hour ascent to a nearby lookout point. The climb can be demanding due to the altitude, yet the view is an extraordinary reward: Lake Titicaca extending in all directions, surrounded by terraced fields, adobe dwellings, and the calm shoreline.

13:00 – Lunch

14:00 – After lunch, the host families will offer their farewell as we board the boat for the return journey to Puno, continuing onward to the next stage of the trip.

15:00 / 15:30 – Arrival at the Puno dock and transfer to the hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Puno – Juliaca
The trip ends with transfer to the airport in Juliaca.
Flight to Lima and connect with your international flight.
Included meals: Breakfast