South America · Peru
This journey traverses the heart of Peru, beginning in Lima, the Pacific coastal capital, before ascending to the heights of Arequipa and the shores of Lake Titicaca.
This journey traverses the heart of Peru, beginning in Lima, the Pacific coastal capital, before ascending to the heights of Arequipa and the shores of Lake Titicaca. The route unfolds through the spectacular landscapes of the Andes, weaving through the Sacred Valley and culminating in a visit to the legendary site of Machu Picchu.
The itinerary focuses on discovering Peru's colonial heritage and ancient Inca roots, with stops dedicated to the traditional textile culture of Chinchero, the agricultural laboratories of Moray, and the historic centres of Arequipa and Cusco. Travel is organised via domestic flights, scheduled bus services, and trains, balancing guided excursions with leisure time for independent exploration.
The programme includes intercontinental flights and overnight stays with breakfast, along with pre-arranged transfers for airports and stations. Excursions are conducted on a shared basis with English or Spanish-speaking guides, ensuring a perfect balance between expert assistance and personal freedom.
10 days in the programme
Departure on an intercontinental flight to Lima Departure on an intercontinental flight to Lima. Upon arrival in the Peruvian capital, you will be transferred from the airport to your hotel for the night.
A day dedicated to discovering Lima, a vibrant metropolis overlooking the Pacific Ocean A day dedicated to discovering Lima, a vibrant metropolis overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The tour explores the colonial soul of the historic centre and the city's modern districts. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Arequipa, famously known as the 'White City' for its buildings crafted from volcanic stone Transfer to the airport for your flight to Arequipa, famously known as the 'White City' for its buildings crafted from volcanic stone. The city is set in a striking location, surrounded by imposing volcanoes. Overnight stay.
Departure from Arequipa towards Puno Departure from Arequipa towards Puno. The journey crosses spectacular high-altitude Andean landscapes until you reach the shores of Lake Titicaca. Overnight stay at the hotel.
A day spent exploring the legendary Lake Titicaca, considered the cradle of ancient Andean civilisations where millennial traditions still endure A day spent exploring the legendary Lake Titicaca, considered the cradle of ancient Andean civilisations where millennial traditions still endure. Overnight stay in Puno.
Transfer from Puno to the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas Transfer from Puno to the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will delve into the Andean world, following the routes that lead to the region's primary archaeological sites. Overnight stay.
Exploration of the Sacred Valley includes a visit to the authentic village of Chinchero, famous for its traditional textile craftsmanship, and the site of Moray, characterised by its concentric circul Exploration of the Sacred Valley includes a visit to the authentic village of Chinchero, famous for its traditional textile craftsmanship, and the site of Moray, characterised by its concentric circular agricultural terraces. Continue to Ollantaytambo, a village dominated by a majestic pre-Incan temple. Following the visits, travel by train to Machu Picchu Pueblo for an overnight stay.
The morning is dedicated to visiting the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world The morning is dedicated to visiting the sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world. After exploring this mystical site, the journey continues to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Overnight stay.
A full day at leisure to discover the city of Cusco A full day at leisure to discover the city of Cusco. The visit includes the surrounding archaeological sites, colonial churches, and local markets, all of which testify to the city's rich historical layers. Overnight stay.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. Connection with the intercontinental onward flight, with arrival scheduled for the following day.
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