Arrival in Lima, Peru
Pick up at airport and transfer-in to hotel in Lima.
Night in hotel.

Travel to Paracas
In the morning, transfer to the bus station in Lima for your 4 h long journey along the Peruvian coastline on a tourist bus bound for Paracas.
Upon arrival in Paracas, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Included meals: Breakfast

Ballestas Islands & Mountain bike in the Paracas National Reserve
Morning boat tour to the Ballestas Islands.
Pickup from hotel around 8 am. The morning tour is a 2 hour boattrip where we will visit the Ballstas island. From the boat we can observe the wild life of Ballestas, that consist of: Sealions, tendrils, boobies, pelicans, penguins and more than 200 birds (migratorians and endemics)
During the trip we will pass by “El Candelabro”. It’s a impressive figure painted in the sand and its origin (a well as the Nazca lines) is unknown.
Remember to bring a jacket as the mornings can be chilly.
Return to Paracas around 10:20.
Around 11 AM, after a short break for a coffee or snack, we will do another tour to visit the Paracas Natural Reserve by mountain bike. It’s a private tour with local guide. Visiting the desert by bike is the absolutely best way as the climate is warm and windy and its relatively flat. Along the way there will be several photo opportunities and its possible to observe Flamingos and the beautiful desert landscapes. As it’s a private tour, the length and strength depends entirely of the clients and their physical shape. Return to Paracas after lunch.
In the afternoon, travel to Nazca by bus. Meeting by staff and transfer to hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast

Nazca Lines, Cahuasi Pyramids and the Cantalloc Aqueducts
Overflight of the Nazca Lines: The timing of this overflight depends on weather conditions to ensure optimal visibility and safety, so please note that the order of activities may be adjusted on short notice. The Nazca Lines are a breathtaking collection of geoglyphs carved into the desert by the ancient Nazca civilization. From above, you’ll have the unique opportunity to capture photos and videos of these iconic figures.

Afterwards, embark on a private tour of the Cahuachi Pyramids and Cantalloc Aqueducts. Cahuachi served as the capital of the Nazca culture from approximately 200 BC to 450 AD. This ceremonial center held immense cultural and religious significance until it was damaged by an earthquake and later buried in sand after a tsunami. Some of the pyramids have been carefully restored, while archaeologists continue to uncover and study others.
Conclude with a visit to the Cantalloc Aqueducts, a remarkable hydraulic system ingeniously crafted by the Nazca people. Still in use for agriculture today, this ancient network stands as a testament to the Nazca’s impressive engineering capabilities and deep understanding of their environment.
Included meals: Breakfast

Visit the Chauchille Cementary. Travel to Arequipa
Chauchilla Cemetery, discovered in the 1920s, features a series of mud-brick tombs containing the mummified remains of the Nazca people, dating from approximately 200 to 900 AD. Remarkably, despite being over a thousand years old, many of the mummies still have skin and hair intact. This exceptional preservation is due to both the ancient mummification techniques and the arid climate of the Peruvian desert.

In the afternoon, you’ll travel by executive bus to Arequipa, arriving in the late evening. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel for a restful night.
Included meals: Breakfast

Arequipa City tour with Santa Catalina and Andean Sanctuaries Museum
Arequipa, nestled in the Peruvian Andes, is a captivating city known for its striking white colonial architecture, earning it the nickname “The White City.” As Peru’s second-largest city, it also held the title of the nation’s capital from 1835 until 1883.

This three-hour city tour begins with your guide picking you up from your hotel in town. You’ll start by visiting the scenic viewpoints of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, where you can enjoy sweeping views of the city and its volcanic backdrop. From there, stroll through the charming colonial streets, exploring historic sites such as the churches of San Francisco and Santo Domingo.

A highlight of the tour is the Monastery of Santa Catalina, an architectural gem built in the 16th century and opened to the public in 1970. This monastery is one of the city’s most treasured landmarks, with beautiful courtyards, narrow alleyways, and historic artwork (entrance to Santa Catalina is included).

Following this, you’ll visit the Andean Sanctuaries Museum, home to the famed “Juanita, the Ice Maiden.” Discovered in near-perfect preservation, Juanita is the museum’s most renowned exhibit. Before exploring the collection, you’ll watch an introductory video on the research and discovery of Juanita, setting the stage for your visit. The museum also features a fascinating display of 550-year-old Inca artifacts, offering insight into the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Included meals: Breakfast

Travel to Chivay
Pick-up from the hotel in Arequipa between 07:30 and 08:00 a.m.
Departure from Arequipa via Yura, passing along the slopes of Mount Chachani, the Pampa de Arrieros, and the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, where we will make a stop — an ideal place to observe and appreciate the elegant vicuña and other South American camelids.

We continue through Vizcachani and the Toccra plains, where a variety of high-Andean bird species can be seen. The route then borders the Chucura crater before reaching Patapampa (4,800 m), the highest point of the journey and known as the Viewpoint of the Andes. Here we will stop to admire the impressive volcanoes that surround the city of Arequipa.

We then descend towards the town of Chivay, arriving between 1:00 and 1:30 p.m. for lunch. After lunch, transfer and accommodation at the hotel.

In the afternoon, relax or optional visit to the La Calera hot springs (entrance fee not included).
Included meals: Breakfast

Colca Trek: 3 days trek / Day 1:
Approx. 06:30 – 7:00 a.m: Pick-up from the hotel.
From Chivay, we travel for about one hour to reach the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, one of the most impressive places to witness the majestic flight of the Andean condor.

Our journey then continues to Pampa San Miguel (3,400 m), the starting point of our trek. On this first day, we descend for approximately 3.5 hours along a winding trail that leads deep into the canyon. Along the way, we will admire the remarkable diversity of Andean vegetation, the fascinating geological formations of the gorge, and the surrounding mountain landscapes. From January to May, the trail offers the opportunity to collect prickly pears and observe condors soaring overhead.

The path eventually brings us to the small community of San Juan de Chuccho, where a delicious lunch will be served.

The afternoon is free for personal exploration or relax. Those interested may visit a small local museum exhibiting native products, traditional artefacts, and regional tools.

Dinner will be served around 7:00 p.m., followed by an overnight stay in a welcoming local family home, offering an authentic experience of rural life in the Colca Canyon.

Descent: 1015 m / Ascent: 80 m
Altitude at start: 3370 m & Altitude at camp: 2470 m
Distance: 8 km  / Trekking duration: 3,5 h
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Colca Trek: 3 days trek / Day 2:
At 7:30 a.m., breakfast will be served before we set out on today’s adventure: a 3.5-hour hike leading us to Sangalle, a stunning oasis nestled in one of the deepest sections of the Colca Canyon.

The trail begins with a gentle ascent toward the village of Cosñirhua (2,600 m). Here, we will pause to enjoy a refreshing fruit juice, visit a small guinea pig farm, and, if needed, purchase additional water.
Our journey continues to the picturesque village of Malata, known for its terraced fields where locals cultivate alfalfa, broad beans, pumpkins, avocados, cherimoyas, figs, and prickly pears. The village also features a charming 17th-century church. In both communities, the inhabitants take great pride in preserving their ancestral traditions and maintaining a rustic, welcoming atmosphere where daily life remains deeply connected to Pachamama — Mother Earth.
From Malata, the trail descends steadily toward the Colca River, a walk of approximately 40 to 50 minutes. After crossing a small bridge and continuing for another 15 minutes, we reach Sangalle (2,100 m), where our lodge is located.

There will be time to rest before lunch. In the afternoon, you may choose to explore the oasis and its lush surroundings, or simply relax by the pool, enjoying a Colca Sour or another beverage of your choice (not included).

Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m.
Overnight at Tropical Lodge or similar.

Descent: 480 m / Ascent: 240 m
Altitude at start: 2470 m & Altitude at camp: 2210 m
Distance: 8 km  / Trekking duration: 3,5 – 4 h
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Colca Trek: 3 days trek / Day 3:
The day’s hike begins before dawn to avoid the heat of the sun during the ascent. We hike for approximately four hours to reach the top of the canyon. Upon arrival in Cabanaconde, we enjoy a well-deserved breakfast and some time to rest.
Afterwards, we board our transport back to Chivay. Along the way, we are rewarded with magnificent views of the thousands of pre-Inca terraces that shape this stunning valley. We make a brief stop at a small local market, where there is time to purchase souvenirs, before continuing on to the thermo-medicinal baths. Here, in waters ranging from 38°C to 40°C, we relax and soothe our muscles, enjoying a well-earned moment of tranquility after the trek.
Return to hotel in Chivay.

Ascent: 1060 m / Descent: 0 m
Altitude at start: 2210 m & Altitude at end of trek camp: 3370 m
Distance: 4,8 km  / Trekking duration: 4 h
Included meals: Breakfast

Travel to Cusco
Transfer from your hotel to the bus station for your journey from Chivay to Cusco, available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only.
Departure: 07:00
Arrival in Cusco: 17:30
Upon arrival in Cusco, a private transfer will be waiting to take you directly to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
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

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

Rainbow Mountain (full-day tour)
The rainbow mountain, known as the 7-colour mountain, mountain colours, Vinicunca Mountain, is a magical place.
We will leave Cusco around 4:00 am to the south of the city, we will pass Urcos, and Checacupe until arriving at the community of Pitumarca (2:00 hrs of trip approx.) We will enjoy a nutritious buffet breakfast which will take About 40 minutes. After a short briefing with the guide, we will continue our journey towards the starting point of the trek (1:00 hrs approx). We will begin our walk at the foot of the Ausangate snowfall, an ascent of 2:30 hrs approximately until arriving at the highest point where we can appreciate the rainbow mountain. During this trip, we will have the opportunity to see the different varieties of South American camelids as well as own flora of the place. Arriving at Rainbow Mountain we will have time to take photographs of this Puzzling place in about 40 minutes. Later we continue with our descent hike of approximately 2 hours arriving at the point where we start our walk where we are waiting for our transport to go in the direction of the restaurant in Pitumarca where we await our delicious lunch buffet will have 1:00.
Return to Cusco by the end of the day.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Full day tour to Sacred Valley: Cusco – Pisac – Ollantaytambo
The Sacred Valley of the Incas contains many famous and beautiful Inca ruins. It was called the Sacred Valley because it contains some of the best land in the region and was not a part of the Empire but the property of the Emperor or Inca himself. On this private day tour, we will visit Pisac Inca Ruins, Pisac Indian Market, Urubamba valley and the impressive ruins in Ollantaytambo. Afternoon transfer to your hotel in Ollantaytambo.
Included meals: Breakfast

Ollantaytambo
Free day in Ollantaytambo for own exploration.
Included meals: Breakfast

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 – Lima – Departure
Transfer to Cusco airport, flight to Lima. At your arrival in Lima transfer to the international departures to make the check in. Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast