Peru Imperial Lima Cusco Machu Picchu 8 Days 7 Nights

Day 1: Welcome to Lime, City of the Kings

1. Lima
   1h
   Our staff will be presented with a sign indicating your name at the time of arrival of your International flight in Lima. For your transfer to the hotel in Lima and you can check in.
   The first day will be a day off to acclimate and take a tour around the city.

Day 2: City Tour Lima Modern and Colonial

1. Lima
   30m
   First Schedule: 09:00 A.M.
   Second Schedule: 14:00 P.M.
   Duration of tour: 4 hours
   We start the hotel pickups and finish the city tour returning to the hotels.
2. El Parque del Amor
   25m · Admission ticket included
   Guided tour of one of the most emblematic parks of Miraflores.
3. Huaca Pucllana
   25m · Admission ticket included
   Panoramic visit to the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Center located in Miraflores.
4. Museo Central
   25m · Admission ticket included
   Guided tour of the Lima Central Reserve Bank Museum.
5. Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Guided tour of the San Francisco de Asis Convent Museum and Catacombs.

Day 3: Paracas - Ica - Huacachina

1. Lima
   1h
   04:00 AM: Pick-up from hotels in San Isidro – Miraflores – Downtown Lima – Barranco
   
   We begin our adventure by picking up each traveler from their hotel or Airbnb at 4:00 am, based on our pick-up points (we will confirm the pick-up time one day in advance, based on your hotel location).
2. Paracas
   3h
   08:00 AM: Lima – Paracas (approximately 3 hours journey)
   
   We will arrive at the port of Paracas at 8:00 am. We will have 30 to 40 minutes for breakfast and use of the bathrooms (breakfast on behalf of the passenger).
   
   9:15 AM: Paracas – Check in at the port of Chaco (approximately 20 minutes)
   
   09:30 am: We will line up to board our modern vessels. Please note that due to logistical problems at the port, we will have to wait between 10 and 20 minutes before boarding. Therefore, we recommend to bring sunscreen, hat and waterproof jacket.
3. Las Islas Ballestas
   2h · Admission ticket included
   09:45 AM: Ballestas Islands (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes)
   The Ballestas Islands are a group of islands off the coast of Peru, known for their impressive marine life and birdlife.
   Discover the natural beauty of the Ballestas Islands: a paradise of marine life on the Peruvian coast. Explore its waters teeming with marine fauna, observe exotic birds in their natural habitat and immerse yourself in the richness of marine biodiversity. A unique experience for nature and adventure lovers!
4. Huacachina
   4h
   15:30 HRS: Arrival at the Huacachina Oasis – Free Time
   Arrival in Huacachina, you will have 40 minutes of free time to explore and enjoy this beautiful oasis. Huacachina is an emblematic place of the Ica Desert, Peru, known for its lagoon surrounded by high sand dunes.
   
   16:30 HRS: Huacachina Oasis – Buggies and Sandboard (approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes)
   Finally, and the best thing about this adventure, is to visit the Oasis of Huacachina, located just 5 km from the city center of Ica. In this beautiful lagoon, visitors can enjoy the tranquility of the place, stroll in search of good photos and practice adventure sports such as buggies and sandboarding (duration between buggie and sandboarding is about 1 hour).
5. Ica
   3h
   18:30 HRS: Ica – Lima
   Finally, departure from Ica to the city of Lima. Arrival in Lima between 22:30 and 22:50 h.

Day 4: Trf Inn Cusco Airport - Hotel Cusco - City Tour

1. Cusco
   15m
   Welcome and assistance at Cusco airport and then take them to your hotel.
   After a short break, you will have the City Tour starting with pickup at your Hotel at 2:00 p.m.
2. Qorikancha
   50m · Admission ticket included
   Right in the heart of the historic center is the Coricancha (Temple of the Sun), the main center of worship of the Inca culture. Here, we will have some time to explore the site as well as the current Catholic church built on its settlements.
3. Sacsayhuaman
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Following the itinerary, the fortress of Sacsayhuaman is our next stop. The impressive megalithic structure has endured centuries of earthquakes and if not for the damage caused during the colonization process, the site could have been even more prominent than it already is.
4. Q'enqo
   45m · Admission ticket included
   A few meters from Sacsayhuaman is another important ceremonial center for the Incas. The archaeological site of Qenqo was a place of ritual character where, according to historians, rituals and sacrifices were performed.
5. Puka Pukara
   30m · Admission ticket included
   Going up the mountains further, we will find an archaeological site with the appearance of a fortress. Puca Pucara is believed to have served as a military and administrative centre.
6. Tambomachay
   45m · Admission ticket included
   Tambomachay is one of the best examples of Inca hydraulic engineering. It consists of irrigation canals and three water fountains that continue to operate to this day.

Day 5: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu Connection - Aguas Calientes Hotel

1. Cusco
   1h
   To start the Sacred Valley tour, we will pick you up at your hotel around 6.30am and 7am. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
2. Chinchero
   1h
   This day we will visit the highlights of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will leave for the village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its women weavers. A short stop at the textile center to appreciate the ancient Inca techniques of dyeing and spinning with alpaca wool. Then we will visit the Inca Square with its beautiful colonial church.
3. Maras Moray Tours
   2h · Admission ticket included
   We will continue to Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a laboratory to recreate microclimates.
4. 1h
   At this point, we will have the buffet lunch (choice options)
5. Ollantaytambo
   3h
   Later visit the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. In addition, visit the Temple of Ten Windows, the Bath of the Princess and the Temple of the Sun. The postcard photographs we will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
   At the end of the tour we head towards the Train Station to go towards Machu Picchu village

Day 6: Machu Picchu

1. Machupicchu
   4h · Admission ticket included
   We will take a 30 minute bus ride to Machu Picchu. Upon arrival we will show our tickets and passports and start our guided tour according to circuit and ticket. The visit is one way only.
   
   After the tour, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch (the order may change according to the check-in time).
   
   Finally, you will take the train and bus back to Cusco, concluding your journey.
   
   "Machu Picchu tickets are subject to availability, clarifying that the only entity authorized to sell these tickets is the Ministry of Culture of Peru.
   
   Tickets will be purchased according to available circuits and inputs (corresponding to circuits 1 and 2).
   Other circuits may be offered at an additional charge for the difference in ticket prices.
   In the event that there is no availability of tickets for Machu Picchu, you will receive a full refund of your package."

Day 7: Mountain of Colors

1. Vinicunca Mountain
   5h · Admission ticket included
   4:45 AM - Pick up from your hotel
   We will pick you up at the appointed time from your hotel to take you by tourist transport to the Restaurant
   7:00 AM Arrival in Cusipata
   At this place we will take breakfast and then continue with the journey towards the start of the walk
   From this point and after coordination with the guide will start the hike to the mountain.
   11:35 AM at approximately this time we will be in the mountain of 7 colors.
   
   After taking the classic photos, continue the journey but this time back
   1:15 PM Board the bus and return to Cusipata for lunch, here awaits a delicious lunch to recharge.
2. 3h
   3:30PM Return to Cusco, after lunch we will continue our journey to the city of Cusco
   5:00PM At that time we will be arriving in Cusco, we will drop them off near the square of arms.

Day 8: Trf Out Hotel - Airport

1. Cusco
   40m
   This is the last day in the imperial city, depending on your flight schedule. You can choose to explore Cusco.
   Visiting: The stone of the twelve angles, the aqueduct of Sapantiana or the instagrammable street 7 sheep.
   
   Upon coordination an attendant will come to your hotel to accompany you to the airport.

Pickup details

Embark on an 8-day tour of Peru that will allow you to discover the best of Lima Ica and Cusco. Start your journey in Lima, where you can explore emblematic monuments and government buildings that reflect the rich history of the city. Afterwards, travel south towards Cusco to enter the ancient Inca ruins and visit the world-renowned citadel of Machu Picchu. This itinerary, which combines guided activities and leisure time, suits your budget and satisfies your desire to explore.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness