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
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 Martín. 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 / CUSCO - CITY TOUR + ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for our departure to Cusco.
Upon arrival, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel.
At 12:30 hrs 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 04: SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS
Breakfast at the hotel.
Between 7:30 and 8:00 AM, we will be picked up from the hotel to begin our exciting adventure. First, we head to the impressive archaeological complex of Pisac, where history comes alive before our eyes. Then, we explore the famous Mercado Típico Artesanal (Traditional Artisan Market), a vibrant and colorful place known for its beautiful handicrafts that are a hit on social media.
We follow the banks of the Vilcanota River, enjoying spectacular scenery, until we reach Urubamba. Here, we savor a delicious lunch in a charming setting, surrounded by the majesty of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Afterward, we visit Ollantaytambo, one of the last living Inca towns. Its streets, which preserve the original layout from Inca times, transport us back in time as we explore its marvelous archaeological complex.
Finally, we visit Chincheros, a small Inca and colonial town that keeps the tradition of Inca weaving alive. Here, culture and history intertwine in every corner.
We returned to Cusco, filled with new experiences and unforgettable memories. Overnight in Cusco
DAY 05: MACHU PICCHU
Breakfast.
We will head towards the Ollantaytambo station, 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 06: SEVEN COLORS VINICUNCA MOUNTAIN
At 04:00 hrs, 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 07: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO
Breakfast. Coordinated time, transfer to Cusco airport to board the flight back to the city of Lima or country of origin.
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SUGGESTED HOTELS WITH EXPEDITION OR EXECUTIVE TRAIN
IN LIMA:
[L] TAMBO I & II | IBIS BUDGET |ARAWI EXPRESS | BRITANIA C & M | FERRE DE VILLE
[T] LIBRE | LIMA D | MARIEL |IKONIK | IBIS LARCO | LOS GIRASOLES
[TS] TIERRA VIVA CENTRO MIR |RED RADISSON | ARAWI PRIME | BEST WESTER URBAN LARCO * |CASA ANDINA STD BENAVIDES *
[P] DAZZLER | RADISSON DECAPOLIS | CASA ANDINA SELECT | SOL DE ORO STD | ESTELAR | FAIRFIELD (D) | JOSE ANTONIO EXC
[PS] INNSIDE | JOSE ANTONIO DLX |HILTON GARDEN INN |MERCURE | COURTYARD (D) | CASA ANDINA PREMIUM |HOLIDAY INN
[L] PULLMAN | NHOW LIMA ROOM |ALOFT | SOUMA | CROWNE PLAZA SUP
[LS] HILTON MIRAFLORES | AC MIRAFLORES DLX CITY VIEW | EL PARDO DOUBLETREE * |INDIGO LIMA MIRAFLORES *
IN CUSCO:
[L] PRISMA | INTIWATANA | ANDEN INCA |INKA WASI | TURU WASI
[T] WAMAN CUSCO | INKARRI CUS & REG | MAMASARA | SIETE VENTANAS | SAN FRANCISCO PLAZA | SUEÑOS DEL INKAHACIENDA CUS & REG
[TS] TERRA ANDINA | TIERRA VIVA C. | SAN AGUSTÍN INT. | TAYPIKALA | CASONA PLAZA | BALCÓN CUSCO | YAWAR INKA | CASA ANDINA STD CAT - SB
[P] SAN AGUSTIN DORADO & PLAZA |LOS PORTALES | ABITTARE
[PS] OSTA DEL SOL | HILTON GARDEN INN | JOSE ANTONIO | SONESTA | HAMPTON BY HILTON | INTI PUNKU | MOTTO BY HILTON STD
[LUX] ARANWA BOUTIQUE CLASSIC |PALACIO MANCO CAPAC | CASA ANDINA PREMIUM |NOVOTEL
[LUXS] ARANWA BOUTIQUE DLX |CASA CARTAGENA LP SUITE |PALACIO DEL INKA CLASSIC K & T | PALACIO MANCO CAPAC |
