Day 1: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings and the Larco Museum of Cultures

Centro Historico de Lima - Upon arrival in Lima, receive a warm welcome and assistance with your hotel transfer. In the afternoon (14:00 hrs), embark on an exclusive and immersive tour of Lima’s Historical Center, where you will admire the architectural relics of old Lima, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The tour begins at the Convent of Santo Domingo, built during Lima’s founding. This site also hosted the Universidad Mayor de San Marcos, the oldest university in America. Inside, discover the choir with the country’s oldest stalls and a library housing 25,000 books, some printed in the 15th century, of immense historical value. The remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías, and Santa Rosa de Lima are also here. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, visit the Government Palace, the Municipality, and the Cathedral, a historical gem with artworks that bring colonial Lima to life.

Museo Larco - Departing downtown Lima, head to the Larco Museum to gain insight into the cultures of ancient Peru. Admire the gold pieces, textiles, and erotic ceramics in the collection, which offer a glimpse into the ancient Peruvian worldview. The museum’s warehouse will be open for our visit, showcasing artistic expressions in ceramics.

Day 2: Destinations, Empire of the Senses

Peru - Enjoy a free day to choose activities that connect your senses with your spirit. Select and reserve one of the specially designed activities:

Caral, Ancient City: Visit the 5,000-year-old Caral, explore its ancient structures, and enjoy a local lunch before returning to Lima.

Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco: Start early to visit Ballestas Islands, experience dune buggies in Huacachina, taste pisco, and have lunch before returning to Lima.

Islands of Lima and Callao: Explore the marine life and historical sites of Lima’s coastal islands, including San Lorenzo Island and the Real Felipe fortress.

Paracas and Nasca Lines: See Ballestas Islands and fly over the Nasca Lines (on select days). Enjoy a marine lunch before returning to Lima.

Please note that the tours mentioned on the second day are not included.

Day 3: Cusco, Capital of the Empire

Cusco - In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive city tour starting at the Plaza de San Cristóbal (San Cristobal Square) for a panoramic view of the city. Next, visit the San Pedro Market to experience local flavors and learn about regional products in this comprehensive market that supplies the entire city. Later, the Qorikancha Temple welcomes you with its splendor and magnificence, featuring walls that were once covered in gold. From San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, stroll down Hatun Rumiyoc Street to find the Inca Roca palace, now the Archbishop’s Palace, and admire the world-famous Twelve Angled Stone. Continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit The Cathedral, which houses colonial works of incredible value.

Day 4: Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman

Sacsayhuaman - In the morning, escape the crowds to visit Sacsayhuaman, an impressive citadel with colossal constructions surrounded by beautiful landscapes in harmony with the environment. Continue to the Inca sanctuary of Q’enqo, featuring a surprising altar for sacrifices embedded within its rocky formation. Finally, arrive at the Puca Pucará lookout and Tambomachay, a monument of notable architectural excellence considered a pillar of the Andean worldview. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city.

Day 5: Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray, and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo

Chinchero - Visit the most remarkable places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Depart for the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful village in the Sacred Valley, renowned for its weaving women. Make a brief stop at the textile center to appreciate ancient Inca techniques for dyeing and spinning alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca plaza with its beautiful colonial church.

Moray - Continue to Moray, a stunning Inca archaeological site with concentric agricultural terraces that served as a laboratory to recreate microclimates.

Ollantaytambo - Later, visit the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, explore the Temple of the Ten Windows, the Bath of the Princess, and the Sun Temple. Capture postcard-worthy photos from the heights of Ollantaytambo to conclude this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Day 6: Machu Picchu, the Lost City

Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu - The eagerly anticipated day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Board the train at Ollantaytambo station. Depart on the selected train and arrive at the Machu Picchu station. Receive assistance from our staff to board the bus ascending a winding road with spectacular views of the Urubamba River, forming a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, welcomes you with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. The entire place exudes energy. Enjoy lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.

Day 7: Cusco at Your Pace

Cusco - Enjoy a free day. Cusco offers numerous cultural, archaeological, and adventure-oriented activities. Reserve activities in advance. Recommended options include Vinicunca, Rainbow Mountain, or kayaking in Huaypo Lake.

Day 8: Farewell

Cusco - Transfer to the airport. Depart for Lima to connect with your return flight home.

• Accommodations
• Shared transfer to the train station
• Round trip railway ticket to Machu Picchu according with selected hotel category
• Lunch
• Guide in live bilingual Spanish and English service
• Daily breakfast

• Domestic flights Lima-Cusco-Lima (pay on your own, price varies per airline and availability)
• Drinks.
• Gratuities
• None of the excursions mentioned in the free days are included.

Embark on a sensory adventure, immersing yourself in the vibrant landscapes of Lima and Cusco. Customize your experience with 2 days of free activities, exploring Caral, marveling at Paracas, or kayaking in Piuray. Discover the main attractions of Lima and Cusco in an unforgettable journey that engages your senses. Create enduring memories with a personalized exploration, tailored to your preferences, ensuring a rich and immersive experience in these captivating destinations.

• Guided in Bilingual service (guidance will be provided in Spanish and English)
• Machu Picchu has implemented new visitor circuits, with three main routes with specific differences to distribute passengers in various areas. These changes are intended to improve the visitor experience and preserve the integrity of the archaeological site. The circuit with route 2 will be given as priority and if it is not available, the options of taking circuit 3B or circuit 1B will be informed so that you can confirm your decision before the tickets are issued.
• The admission ticket of Machu Picchu is NOT REFUNDABLE and date changes or amendments are NOT accepted. *If you need to change your visit date, you will need to purchase a new entrance ticket.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.