Culture and Adventure

DAY 1 / JUNE 15: CITY TOUR LIMA

We will begin our tour by visiting the Parque del Amor (Love Park), where we will have some time to take pictures with a romantic background and an ocean view. Then, we will continue with an external visit to Huaca Pucllana, an ancient ceremonial and archaeological center.

Next, we will visit Lima’s historic center, where we will admire the famous Paseo de la República (Roosevelt House), San Martín Square, and Plaza Mayor. We will also see important buildings such as the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Basilica Cathedral, among others.

We will end our tour at the San Francisco Church and Convent, where we will visit the underground crypts, also known as the Catacombs.

Finally, we will return to your hotel in Miraflores.

DAY 2 / JUNE 16: FULL DAY PARACAS & ICA

After coordinating the pickup, we will begin our approximately 3-hour journey, with a stop at an artisanal bakery, where you will have free time to enjoy a freshly baked, warm breakfast.

At around 9:00 AM, we will start our tour to the Ballestas Islands. We will enter the "El Chaco" dock and board a speedboat that will take us on a 1-hour ride to the Ballestas Islands. Along the way, we will see the Paracas Candelabra, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a great variety of seabirds.

At around 1:00 PM, we will arrive at a vineyard and tourist restaurant, where you will have free time to try traditional Ica cuisine (optional). Then, we will visit the tasting room to sample more than five varieties of wines, piscos, and cream liqueurs, followed by some free time for shopping.

At around 3:00 PM, we will experience the best part of the day—our visit to the Huacachina Oasis, known as the Oasis of America. Here, we will enjoy adventure sports on dune buggies, speeding up and down the sand dunes, giving us the thrill of a roller coaster on sand. At the top of the dunes, we will experience sandboarding, an extreme sport where we slide downhill on sandboards. Afterward, you will have free time to explore the oasis surroundings.

At around 5:00 PM, we will begin our return journey to Lima, with a brief stop for restrooms and snacks. We will then continue our route, arriving in Lima at 9:30 PM, where we will drop you off at your original pickup location.

End of our adventure!

DAY 3 / JUNE 17: AIRPORT PICKUP & TRANSFER

We will be waiting for you at Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport in Cusco (altitude 3,350 meters above sea level) with a sign displaying your name to give you a warm welcome to the magical Imperial City of Cusco and assist with your transfer to your hotel.

Part of the afternoon can be used for acclimatization. (Optional): You may visit the Qosqo Center of Native Art and Culture, where you can experience traditional Cusco dances and cultural performances.

DAY 4 / JUNE 18: FREE MORNING / CITY TOUR IN CUSCO & SURROUNDINGS

In the morning, you can continue acclimatizing. Around mid-morning, you may visit recommended sites suggested by your travel agent.

To begin the City Tour, we will meet at Plaza de Armas at 12:30 PM to start our visit to the religious, architectural, and historical complexes that the ancient city of Cusco has to offer.

MACHUPICCHU CONNECTION

After the tour of the Sacred Valley, we head to the train station to board the train at 7:04 PM, which will take us to the town of Aguas Calientes. We will spend the night there so that the next day, we can wake up early and head to the Machu Picchu archaeological site, following prior coordination with the travel agent and the assigned guide.

DAY 6 / JUNE 20: FULL DAY MACHU PICCHU

Tour Description:

On this day, we will start very early to meet with our assigned guide, who will be waiting for you to begin the journey.

We will take a 25-minute bus ride to the Llaqta of Machu Picchu, where we will explore the breathtaking Inca citadel, learning about its history, architecture, and cultural significance.

DAY 7 / JUNE 21: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

04:00 am - 04:30 am or 06:00 am - 06:30 am – We will pick you up from your hotel (around the historic center) and head south of Cusco for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach the Cusipata district, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast.

We will then continue on an unpaved road until we arrive at Kayrahuire Alto (4,450 m.a.s.l.), a private property and our starting point. Here, we will prepare for the adventure, receiving a brief instruction on how to operate the ATVs from our guide. You will have time for practice in a designated area before starting the 50-minute to 1-hour ride (round trip). Running is strictly prohibited for safety reasons.

Throughout the journey, you will enjoy stunning landscapes, breathtaking views of the majestic Apu Ausangate glacier, and encounters with local people dressed in traditional attire.

We will then park our ATVs a few minutes away from Rainbow Mountain, and take a short 3 to 5-minute walk to reach the breathtaking natural wonder. You will have around 40 minutes to explore, take photos, and admire the view before heading back.

After descending on the ATVs (30 minutes), we will board our vehicle and return to Cusipata for lunch. Finally, we will travel back to Cusco (1 hour and 30 minutes approx.), ending the day's adventure.

DAY 8 / JUNE 22: HUMANTAY LAKE

After picking you up from your hotel between 4:30 – 5:00 am, we will begin our adventure to Humantay Lake. Our private transportation will take us to the Mollepata plaza, where we will have our first stop to enjoy a nutritious breakfast and gather energy for the hike. Here, you will also have the opportunity to purchase essentials such as water, snacks, sunscreen, and fruit.

Next, we will continue our journey to Soraypampa (3,850 m.a.s.l.), the starting point of our hike. From here, we will begin our ascent to Humantay Lake (4,200 m.a.s.l. / 13,779 feet), enjoying breathtaking panoramic views. If the sky is clear, we will also witness the majestic snow-capped Salkantay and Humantay mountains.

The hike lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and is classified as easy to moderate. However, the stunning scenery makes every step worthwhile. For those who prefer, horse rentals are available on-site.

Once at Humantay Lake, a certified tour guide will provide insights about the area's history, significance, and ecological importance. You will have plenty of time to take photos and appreciate the breathtaking natural beauty of the region.

After soaking in the views, we will begin our descent back to Soraypampa, which will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and is significantly easier.

DAY 9 / JUNE 23: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

On this day, according to your flight schedule, we will coordinate your departure from the hotel and arrange your transfer to the airport.

SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE 5-DAY TOUR PACKAGE

✔ All airport transfers in Cusco, hotels, train stations, and tour locations.
✔ Tourist transportation for all scheduled tours.
✔ Professional tour guides.
✔ Lima city tour.
✔ Entrance ticket to San Francisco Church in Lima.
✔ Tour in Paracas and Ica.
✔ Entry fees to all attractions in Paracas and Ica.
✔ Cusco city tour.
✔ Sacred Valley of the Incas tour.
✔ Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley.
✔ Machu Picchu tour.
✔ Rainbow Mountain tour by ATV.
✔ Breakfast and lunch in Cusipata.
✔ Humantay Lake tour.
✔ Breakfast and lunch in Mollepata.
✔ Round-trip tourist train tickets.
✔ Round-trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
✔ Entrance tickets to all sites on the itinerary (Tourist Ticket, Qoricancha, Maras Salt Mines, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake).
✔ 06 nights of accommodation in Cusco and Aguas Calientes.
✔ Daily assistance and guidance from our professional staff.

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