Enigmatic Peru: From the Nazca Lines to Machu Picchu

On this day, we will welcome you at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima and then transfer you to your hotel located in the Miraflores district, an hour's drive from the airport. This afternoon, you can take the opportunity to visit the most traditional residential areas of Lima, Larcomar, and enjoy the magnificent view of the sea.

At approximately 4:30 a.m., we will pick you up at your hotel to board the bus bound for southern Peru and head to Paracas. During the trip, we will make strategic stops where you will have time to enjoy a delicious breakfast. Around 8:30 a.m., we will arrive at Paracas Bay, where we will begin our boat tour to the Ballestas Islands. On the way, you will be able to see the Candelabra, a giant geoglyph very similar to the Nazca lines, as well as enjoy the marine diversity, including sea lions, pelicans, penguins, and various birds.

In the afternoon, we will visit the wineries where you will have time to have lunch and choose from the diversity of dishes offered by Peruvian cuisine. After lunch, we will learn about the process of making pisco and wine, Peru's flagship drink, and we will taste each product with a toast. Then we will head to Ica, where we will visit the famous Huacachina, a beautiful oasis in the middle of the desert surrounded by dunes and palm trees, ideal for taking pictures and enjoying its tranquility and natural beauty. In addition, we will venture out on exciting dune buggy rides and practice sandboarding. At the end of the tour, we will head to the Ica Bus Terminal to take our bus to Nasca.

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel to begin our adventure. We will head to the airfield, where we will watch an introductory video about the flyover of the Nazca Lines. Here, we will have some waiting time before boarding the plane that will take us to fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines for approximately 30 minutes. These are gigantic linear figures of animals, birds, and geometric shapes drawn in the desert, which can only be seen from the air, offering a unique and different experience.

In the afternoon, around 2:00 p.m., we will head to the bus station to resume our journey back to the city of Lima with the Cruz del Sur transport company. Once at the bus terminal, we will take you back to your hotel in Lima, specifically in Miraflores.

At a convenient time, we will transfer you to Jorge Chávez International Airport so you can board your departure flight to the city of Cusco.

Once you arrive in Cusco, we will welcome you and take you on a private transfer from the airport to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to explore the magnificent city of Cusco, surrounded by Inca buildings that house the most important treasures of Inca culture. You will be able to immerse yourself in its culture and customs.

Full-day excursion. We will pick you up at 8:00 am from your hotel and head to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will start by visiting the archaeological center of Pisac, located an hour from Cusco, which will give you an idea of the advanced knowledge achieved by the Incas in architecture. From one of its many natural viewpoints, we will observe the impressive landscapes and snow-capped mountains of the Sacred Valley. We will have the opportunity to appreciate its famous and picturesque artisan market and its different forms of commerce.

At noon, along the banks of the Vilcanota River, we will continue our journey to Urubamba to enjoy a delicious Novo Andean buffet lunch featuring exquisite Peruvian cuisine.

In the afternoon, we will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, which was a strategic military center. It is in Ollantaytambo that we will board the train to Aguas Calientes so that we can visit Machu Picchu the next day. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Very early in the morning, we will head to the bus station to ascend 400 meters in altitude for 30 minutes. Finally, we will arrive at the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and enjoy the sunrise; the view is breathtaking. We will enjoy a guided tour for approximately 2 hours so that you can learn more about the history and architecture of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. You will be amazed by the Inca buildings and temples, as well as the natural environment that surrounds them. After the tour, you will have free time to continue exploring and take photos to remember your visit.

In the afternoon, we will take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you will have time to have lunch, rest, and explore the town of Aguas Calientes. At the appointed time, we will board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.

Important: Schedules may vary based on train departures and the train service you choose.

During this day, you will have the entire day free to enjoy Cusco at your own pace. You can explore the historic center and its Inca-colonial style streets, visit museums, churches, and artisan markets, or simply relax in a traditional café facing the Plaza de Armas. This day is designed for you to explore the city according to your personal interests and immerse yourself in the living culture of Cusco.

Very early, at approximately 4:30 am, we will pick you up from your hotel and head to the town of Cusipata-Paucarpata (3310 meters above sea level), a 2-hour journey southeast of the city of Cusco, located on the road to the Ausangate snow-capped mountain, where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast. We will then continue our journey for 1 hour until we reach the checkpoint and begin the hike (those who do not wish to walk can rent a horse at the entrance checkpoint).

We will begin our 1-hour and 30-minute hike up the mountain until we reach the summit. We will walk along a trail that gradually changes the landscape between intensely colored mountains and small streams of icy water. We will reach the summit of the wonderful 7-color mountain (Vinicunca); our guide will begin with an explanation to help us better understand the origin, orography, ecosystem, and color of the mountain of colors.

Finally, you will have time to take souvenir photos, contemplate the fascinating landscape, and observe the typical flora and fauna of the Andes, including llamas and alpacas. At the appropriate time, we will resume our hike back to the starting point, where we will enjoy lunch before boarding the bus back to the city of Cusco, arriving at approximately 6:00 p.m.

Have breakfast at the hotel and take the opportunity to explore the main streets and visit churches and museums surrounding the historic center of Cusco; you can also sample the famous Peruvian cuisine. At the appropriate time, transfer to Alejandro Velasco International Airport in Cusco to board your departure flight to Lima.

We have several options to suit your budget. The price of your package will depend on whether you come in a group or want a private tour (minimum 2 people). Also, it will depend on the type of train and guide you select. The price we will offer you will be PER PERSON.

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