DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN LIMA
Arrival in Lima, reception and transfer to the chosen hotel, rest.
Accommodation in Lima.
DAY 02: CITY TOUR 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 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 (B)
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 (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 05: 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 06: CUSCO / PUNO - ROUTE OF THE SUN – (ANDAHUAYLILLAS - RAQCHI – SICUANI – LA RAYA) / PUNO (B,L)
Breakfast.
Coordinated time, transfer to the tourist bus station.
07:00 hrs Departure by tourist bus to the city of Puno, on this journey you will visit some important attractions such as the Andahuaylillas chapel known for the beauty of its murals that it houses inside. Then, you will visit the archaeological complex of Raqchi, also known as the temple of the God Wiracocha. Later, you can enjoy a delicious lunch. Then, you will visit the Raya Pass, which is the border between the cities of Cusco and Puno. And finally, you will visit the Lithical Museum of Pukara, in this museum you can find the famous sculpture of HATUNÑAQAC which in our times would be translated as the supreme cutthroat.
17:00 hrs Arrival at the bus station in Puno, reception and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation in Puno
DAY 07: UROS AND TAQUILE ISLANDS (B,L)
Breakfast.
07:30 hrs Transfer to the port of Puno, where the lake crossing will begin in a very fast boat, you will quickly arrive at the Floating Island of the Uros which is a set of floating islands formed from reeds. They are inhabited by the Uros, settlers who descend from one of the oldest cultures in America. You will be able to appreciate their peculiar lifestyle and their creations such as making wool fabrics and stuffed animals. Next, you will visit Taquile Island, also have some time exploring and shopping in the community. In the afternoon, return to Puno.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 08: DEPARTURE FROM PUNO - JULIACA
Breakfast. Appropriate time, transfer to Juliaca Airport, to board the return flight to the city of Lima.
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
[PS] CASA ANDINA SELECT, SONESTA, EL OLIVAR, INNSIDE | COSTA DEL SOL COURTYARD | ESTELAR |ALOF
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, CROWNE PLAZA* PULLMAN
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
[PS] HILTON GARDEN INN, COSTA DEL SOL, SONESTA CUSCO
[L] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM, NOVOTEL, ARANWA CLASSIC
IN PUNO:
[L] LAS BALSAS INN, QELQATANI
[T] CASONA PLAZA
[TS] HACIENDA PLAZA, XIMA
[P] SONESTA POSADA DEL INCA
[PS] CASA ANDINA PREMIUM V/LAGO, SONESTA POSADA DEL INCA V/LAGO
[L] GHL PUNO
