9-Day Peru Journey: Lima, Paracas, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lagoon & Rainbow Mountain

Upon your arrival in Lima, Peru, either in the morning or afternoon, our representative will greet you at the airport holding a sign with your name. After a warm welcome, you will be transferred comfortably to your hotel. Once you arrive, the remainder of the day will be free for you to relax or explore the city at your own pace.

overnight stay at a hotel in lima

After breakfast at the hotel, your guided tour of Lima begins at approximately 9:00 a.m., exploring the rich history of the city often referred to as the “city of kings.”

during the excursion, you will pass by the impressive Huaca Pucllana, an important pre-inca archaeological site located in the heart of the modern city. the tour then continues into the historic center, where you will discover remarkable colonial landmarks such as Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor of Lima, and the historic avenue Paseo de la República.

one of the highlights of the visit is the San Francisco Convent, famous for housing one of the most significant collections of colonial religious art in the americas. here you will also explore its fascinating underground crypts, widely known as the Catacombs of Lima.

on the return journey to your hotel, you will enjoy scenic views of the Costa Verde coastline in the district of Miraflores.

overnight stay at a hotel in lima.

Early in the morning, between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., you will be picked up from your hotel in Lima to begin the journey south toward Paracas.

upon arrival, you will take a boat excursion to the remarkable Ballestas Islands, where you can observe abundant marine wildlife, including South American sea lion, Humboldt penguin, and a wide variety of seabirds. during the navigation, you will also see the mysterious Candelabra of Paracas, a large geoglyph etched into the hillside overlooking the ocean.

the journey then continues to Ica, where you will visit a traditional winery to learn about the production of peruvian wines and Pisco, followed by a tasting experience.

in the afternoon, you will visit the beautiful Huacachina Oasis, a natural oasis surrounded by towering desert dunes. here you will enjoy an exciting dune buggy ride across the sand dunes and try sandboarding, one of the most popular adventure activities in the area.

after the tour, you will return to lima, arriving at approximately 9:00 p.m.

overnight stay at a hotel in lima.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel in Lima and transferred to the airport for your flight to Cusco, located at approximately 3,400 meters above sea level. upon arrival, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.

the morning will be free to rest and acclimatize to the altitude.

in the afternoon, at 1:30 p.m., you will begin a guided city tour of cusco, visiting some of the most important historical and archaeological sites, including the impressive Sacsayhuamán fortress, the renowned Qorikancha temple of the sun, as well as the archaeological complexes of Qenqo and Puka Pukara.

overnight stay at a hotel in cusco.

After breakfast at the hotel, your journey through the Sacred Valley begins with hotel pick-up at 6:30 a.m.

the first stop will be the historic town of Chinchero, known for its inca heritage and vibrant tradition of handmade textiles. the tour then continues to the remarkable Maras Salt Mines and the fascinating circular terraces of Moray, an ancient inca agricultural laboratory.

at midday, you will enjoy a buffet lunch in Urubamba, located in the heart of the sacred valley. in the afternoon, the tour continues to the impressive inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, renowned for its remarkable stone architecture.

later, you will board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway town to Machu Picchu, where you will spend the night.

overnight stay at a hotel in aguas calientes.

After an early breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes, you will head to the bus station to begin the ascent to Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

upon arrival at the historic sanctuary, you will enjoy an approximately three-hour guided tour of the remarkable inca citadel. accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore its most important sectors while learning about the fascinating history, architectural mastery, and cultural significance of this iconic site.

after the visit, you will descend by bus to Aguas Calientes, where you will board the train for the return journey to Cusco. upon arrival, our staff will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.

overnight stay at a hotel in cusco.

Very early in the morning, between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., you will depart from Cusco toward the Andean community of Mollepata, where you will enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast.

afterward, the journey continues to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike. from here, you will begin a scenic trek of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the breathtaking Humantay Lake, situated at over 4,200 meters above sea level and renowned for its striking turquoise waters framed by snow-capped glaciers. horses are available for rent for those who prefer assistance during the ascent.

upon arrival, you will have time to relax, take photographs, and fully appreciate the spectacular high-Andean landscape. afterward, you will descend to enjoy lunch before returning to cusco in the afternoon.

overnight stay at a hotel in cusco

Early in the morning, between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., you will depart from Cusco toward the district of Cusipata, where a buffet breakfast will be served.

after breakfast, the journey continues by vehicle to the base of the trail leading to Rainbow Mountain. from there, you will begin the ascent by atv (quad bike), with the option to hike if you prefer a traditional trekking experience. the summit sits at over 5,200 meters above sea level.

once at the top, you will have time to rest, take photographs, and admire the extraordinary multicolored landscape of Vinicunca, one of peru’s most spectacular natural attractions.

after the visit, you will return to cusipata for lunch before beginning the return journey to cusco. arrival is expected at approximately 5:30 p.m.

overnight stay at a hotel in cusco.

After breakfast at the hotel in Cusco, you will have some free time to explore the city at your leisure or enjoy last-minute shopping. At the appropriate time, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight from cusco to Lima, where you will connect with your international flight to your home country.

the departure time of your domestic flight will be coordinated according to the schedule of your international flight departing from lima.

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