DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN LIMA
Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel, rest.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 02: VISIT COLONIAL AND MODERN LIMA (B)
Breakfast.
09:30 hrs We begin our tour at the Huaca Pucllana with a panoramic view of this important ceremonial center belonging to the Lima culture. We head towards the center of Lima, passing through the different neighborhoods of San Isidro, Lince and Cercado. We will appreciate the Palace of Justice, Museum of Lima, Museum of Italian Art, French Palace and Plaza San Martin. Our pedestrian visit begins in the Plaza de Armas where in addition to appreciating the Cathedral of Lima, Municipal Palace, Government Palace, Archbishop's Palace; We will have free space to take photos of the attractions. We will enter the Convent of San Francisco and visit one of the main attractions, its catacombs, which are a series of underground passages under the church, where the ancient inhabitants of the city were buried and where the remains of 25,000 people are found. Finally we will have a panoramic view of the Parque del Amor, Pacific Ocean and Larcomar. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 03: LIMA / FULL DAY ICA – CITY TOUR & LAGUNA HUACACHINA / LIMA (B)
Appropriate time transfer to the bus station.
07:00 hrs Departure to Ica with Full Equipment bus.
11:40 hrs Arrival in Ica.
12:30 hrs Start of CITY TOUR ICA: You will visit the Plaza de Armas, Colonial Mansions, The Sanctuary of the Lord of Luren, Regional Museum of Ica, Wine Cellars to learn about the process and tasting of Peruvian wines and piscos. You will also have a visit to the Huacachina Lagoon, considered the oasis of America, a place where adventure sports such as Buggies and Sandboarding are practiced (at the expense of the passenger).
18:00 hrs Board the bus returning to the city of Lima. (4hrs Travel)
22:00 hrs Arrival in the city of Lima, reception and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 04: LIMA / CUSCO - CITY TOUR + ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK (B)
Breakfast.
Transfer to the airport for our departure to Cusco.
Upon arrival, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel.
At 12:30 p.m. we will begin our tour of the City of Cusco. We will visit the Plaza Mayor where most of the buildings preserve the colonial style. Then we will visit the Qoricancha Temple, the maximum expression of Inca architecture, currently the Convent of Santo Domingo. Next we will visit the Cathedral of Cusco, characterized by its Renaissance and colonial style. Finally we will visit the four archaeological centers surrounding Cusco: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. Return to your hotel.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 05: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS (B,L)
Breakfast.
07:30 hrs Pick up from the hotel to take the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will visit Pisaq where you will appreciate the archaeological complex, as well as visit the Typical Artisanal Market, where you can buy beautiful crafts. You will continue the journey along the banks of the Vilcanota River, until you reach Urubamba, where you will have an exquisite Buffet lunch. Then you will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the last living Inca towns, its streets maintain the same layout as in the time of the Incas and you will tour the wonderful archaeological complex located there, you will also visit the town of Chinchero, a small Inca and colonial town. Return to Cusco 6:30 p.m. Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 06: MACHU PICCHU (B,L)
Breakfast. We will go to the Poroy or Ollantaytambo train station according to the season, where we will depart by train to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. We will arrive at the station in the town of Machu Picchu, where our staff will assist us to board the transport that will ascend through an intricate path, giving us a spectacular view of the Urubamba River that shapes the famous canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will welcome us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial enclosures and urban areas. The energy emanating from all over the place. After a guided tour, we will have lunch at one of the restaurants in the area. At the appropriate time, we will take the train to take us to Ollantaytambo and then move to the city of Cusco.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 07: HUMANTAY LAGOON (B)
4:00 hrs to 4:30 hrs Start of tour and pick up from your respective hotel. With the guide, you will continue until you reach the town of Mollepata, where you will enjoy breakfast. Along the way you will reach Soraypampa, where you will have a short break and then continue with the walk to the Humantay Lagoon which is located at an altitude of 4250 meters above sea level. This climb lasts approximately 1hr30min. Upon reaching the Humantay lagoon you will have enough time to appreciate the majestic lagoon that nature offers us. Also, there will be a brief demonstration of payment to the land to the sacred Apus. At the appropriate time, you will return to Soraypampa and then to the town of Mollepata to enjoy lunch. Return to the city of Cusco, at approximately 6:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. Transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 08: SEVEN COLORS VINICUNCA MOUNTAIN (B,L)
At 4:00 a.m. pick up passengers and transfer to the foothills of Nevado Ausangate to begin the tour to the 7 Colors Mountain. We will make a stop in the town of Cusipata to have breakfast. After a brief talk we will begin the 3-hour walk with a professional guide. Along the way we will learn about the different customs and mysticism that the Andean mountain range hides. On the way back we will return to the town of Cusipata for the respective lunch. Return to your hotel in Cusco at 4:30 p.m.
Accommodation in Cusco
DAY 09: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO (B)
Breakfast. Coordinated time, transfer to Cusco airport to board the flight back to the city of Lima or country of origin.
End of services.
SUGGESTED HOTELS WITH EXPEDITION OR EXECUTIVE TRAIN
IN LIMA:
[L] ARAWI EXPRESS*, IBIS BUDGET STEFANOS, FERRE DE VILLE
[T] BRITANIA, GIRASOLES, TAMBO I, II,III
[TS] LIBRE, BEST WESTER URBAN LARCO*, ALLPA SUITES
[P] ARAWI PRIME*, JOSE ANTONIO, LA HACIENDA, SAN AGUSTIN EXC, ESTELAR BELLAVISTA
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, CROWNE PLAZA* PULLMAN
[LS] IBEROSTAR, AC MIRAFLORES, EL PARDO DOUBLETREE
IN CUSCO:
[L] PRISMA, SAMAYWARARI, CUSCO PLAZA
[T] INKARRI, SAN FRANCISCO*, MAMASARA, MABEY
[TS] WAMAN*, SAN AGUSTIN INT., ROYAL INKA by XIMA, SIETE VENTANAS
[P] SAN AGUSTIN DORADO, LOS PORTALES, SAN AGUSTIN PLAZA, ABITTARE, XIMA, JOSE ANTONIO
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, NOVOTEL, ARANWA CLASSIC
[LS] CASA CARTAGENA LP SUITEP, ALACIO DEL INCA CLASSIC
