Highlights
- Navigate to the Ballestas Islands, located within a protected natural area that preserves habitats of sea lions and guan birds. The official route has approximately 21.4 kilometers and a duration of close to one hour and forty minutes between return and return.
- Observe the Candelabra from the sea, a geoglyph drawn on a hillside of the Paracas peninsula.
- Walk along the oasis of Huacachina and add a sandbox vehicle tour with sandboarding on the dunes.
- Walk under the Humantay and Salkantay Mountains, ascending from Soraypampa to a lagoon fed by the glacial melt.
- Walk over the Uros totora platforms and listen to how families renew and maintain their floating islands.
- Observe garments such as the chullo and the calendar-belt, whose designs can represent agricultural cycles, social relations and elements of oral tradition.
Trip Details
- Duration: 9 days and 8 nights.
- General route: Lima – Paracas – Huacachina – Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu – Humantay – Puno – Uros – Amantaní – Taquile – Puno – Cusco – Vinicunca.
- Transportation: Tourist vehicles, sea boat, train, Consettur bus, inter-provincial buses and lakeboat.
- Accommodation in Lima: Not included.
- Accommodation in Cusco: Not included.
- Accommodation in Amantani: Included in family home.
- General difficulty: Moderate to demanding.
- Guide: Spanish and English.
- Feeding: According to the daily detail.
- Recommended season: From April to October by minor presence of rains in the Andes.
Itinerary
Arrival in Lima and City Tour
Highlight of the day: Move from the districts in front of the Pacific to the colonial center of Lima during the first day.
Reception at the airport
A representative of Peceros Agency Travel will be waiting for you in the arrivals area of Lima airport.
After the meeting, we will start the transfer to the hotel booked by the passenger. The time will depend on traffic and the district.
To make the full city tour, the flight must land during the morning. When there is a major delay, the route may be reduced, changed order or moved to another time.
Historic Center of Lima
In the afternoon we will begin the tour of the old part of the capital.
The route may include:
- Plaza San Martin.
- Jiron of the Union.
- Plaza Mayor.
- Government Palace, observed from the outside.
- Cathedral of Lima, exterior view or entrance according to the program.
- Archbishop’s Palace.
Streets may feature closures, official ceremonies or vehicle restrictions. Part of the tour is done on foot.
Catacombs include stairs, narrow passages, reduced lighting, and human remains. Passengers with claustrophobia or limited mobility must report it before entering.
Miraflores and Barranco
Then we will continue to the coastal districts.
In Miraflores you can see parks, commercial avenues, hotel areas and sectors near the Costa Verde.
Barranco presents cases, streets linked to art, squares and meeting areas.
The duration of the stops will depend on the traffic and time used in the Historic Center.
Technical Details
- Transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- Walk: Between 2 and 4 kilometers.
- Walking time: Between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Altitude: Approximately 154 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Climate: Wet and temperate.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Lima not included.
Ballestas and Huacachina Islands
Highlight of the day: Sail in front of marine fauna in the morning and cross desert dunes during the afternoon.
Departure to Paracas
The pick up will take place before dawn.
We will travel along the South Pan-American Highway to Paracas. The journey takes approximately three and a half hours to four hours.
SERNANP points out that the ground distance between Lima and Paracas is approximately 259 kilometers.
Navigation to the Ballestas Islands
After the port registration we will board an open boat.
During the journey you will observe the Candelabra from the sea before continuing to the islands.
Depending on the season and the displacement of the fauna, they may appear:
- Marine wolves.
The presence of a particular species is not guaranteed.
Wind, waves, visibility or port authority decisions may delay or cancel navigation.
Travel to Huacachina
Then we will continue to Ica and the oasis of Huacachina.
There will be time for lunch before the dune activity. The meal will depend on the contracted mode.
Sandboxing and sandboarding vehicles
The buggy tour includes climbs, curves and descents over the dunes.
Recreational sandboarding is usually done lying on the board to reduce the risk of falling.
We do not recommend this activity to people with:
- Recent back injuries.
- Cervical problems.
- Recent surgeries.
- Intense joint pain.
Return to Lima
After the activity we will start the return journey.
The arrival will occur during the night and will depend on traffic.
Technical Details
- Total duration: Between 16 and 18 hours.
- Transportation: Bus or tourist vehicle, boat and buggy.
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate.
- Land: Pier, sand and dunes.
- Climate: Fresh and windy in Paracas; warm in Ica.
- Food: According to the reservation.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Lima not included.
Flight to Cusco and City Tour
Highlight of the day: Get to the Andes and get to know the main Inca complexes near Cusco.
Transfer to Lima airport
At the coordinated time we will make the transfer from the hotel.
Lima–Cusco flight is not included. We recommend booking a morning departure.
Arrival and initial acclimatization
A representative will wait for you at Cusco airport and make the transfer to the hotel.
The altitude difference can produce:
- Accelerated breathing.
- Lack of appetite.
You will have a margin to rest and eat something light before the city tour.
City Tour Cusco
In the afternoon we will visit:
- Puka Pukara.
Qorikancha combines Inca walls with structures of the convent of Santo Domingo.
Then we will ascend to the complexes located outside the urban center. The tour includes stone, steps, dirt roads and wind-exposed areas.
If the passenger has severe symptoms of height, he or she must prioritize rest.
Technical Details
- Flight: Lima–Cusco not included.
- Transportation: Transfers and tourist vehicle.
- Walk: Between 3 and 5 kilometers.
- Minimum altitude: Approximately 3,399 meters.
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate.
- Land: Stone, earth and steps.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco not included.
VIP Sacred Valley
Highlight of the day: Touring Inca, salt and village terraces of the Sacred Valley in an extensive day.
Departure from Cusco
The pickup will be done early.
The route is heading towards the Sacred Valley and combines archaeological sites, markets, agricultural areas and villages located next to the Vilcanota River.
Pisac
The visit may include the archaeological site, the market or both.
The complex features terraces, slopes, paths and stone stairs.
The guide will explain the relationship between agriculture, storage, surveillance and occupation of the territory.
Lunch in Urubamba
We will continue to Urubamba for lunch.
The buffet usually offers:
Drinks are usually paid separately.
Ollantaytambo
In the afternoon we will visit the Ollantaytambo complex.
The main ascent includes numerous steps. Passengers with knee pain can make a partial visit from the lower sectors.
Moray
We will continue to the circular terraces of Moray.
The visit is from viewpoints and authorized roads. Access to certain levels may be restricted to protect the structures.
Salineras de Maras
The last stop will be in the salt flats.
The set has thousands of pools fed by salt water and managed by families in the area.
Travelers must remain in the viewpoints and sectors enabled.
Return to Cusco
The arrival will take place overnight.
Technical Details
- Duration: Between 12 and 14 hours.
- Transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- Altitude: Between about 2,800 and 3,700 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Land: Stone, stairs, dirt and trails.
- Buffet lunch:
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco not included.
Machu Picchu Full Day
Highlight of the day: Travel by train to Machu Picchu and travel one of its official routes with a guide.
Transfer to the station
The day will start early.
We will travel from Cusco to Ollantaytambo or the station indicated on the confirmation.
The journey can take anywhere from an hour to a half to two hours.
Train to Machu Picchu Village
The rail service will follow the valley of the Vilcanota River.
The base train will be Expedition, Voyager or an equivalent category. The seats are allocated by the company.
The passenger must carry a small backpack and respect the baggage limits.
Bus Consettur
From Machu Picchu Pueblo we will board the bus to the entrance.
The journey usually takes between 25 and 30 minutes.
Machu Picchu Circuits
The visit is made through pre-established circuits and routes.
The official site presents, among others, the following options:
- Circuit 1 Panoramic: Routes 1-A, 1-B, 1-C and 1-D.
- Circuit 2 Classic Machupicchu: Routes 2-A and 2-B.
- Circuit 3 Machupicchu Royalty: Lower parts routes and specific accesses.
1-C and 1-D routes are available only during high season.
The exact circuit will be informed before confirming the reservation.
Guided tour
The tour usually lasts between two and three hours.
The observed sectors will depend on the ticket. Not all circuits allow you to enter:
- Temple of the Sun.
- Sacred Square.
- Top lookouts.
- Low part.
- Inca Bridge.
Classic photography is also not guaranteed on all routes.
Return to Cusco
After leaving, we will descend by bus to Machu Picchu Pueblo.
You will have a margin to eat or pick up luggage depending on the train schedule.
Then we will travel to Ollantaytambo and continue by tourist transport to Cusco.
Technical Details
- Duration: Between 14 and 17 hours.
- Transportation: Consettur vehicle, train and bus.
- Walk: Between 2 and 5 kilometers.
- Machu Picchu Altitude: Approximately 2,430 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Land: Stone, steps and narrow paths.
- Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco not included.
Laguna Humantay and night bus to Puno
Highlight of the day: Ascend to a glacial lagoon and, at night, cross by bus to the high plateaus.
Departure to Mollepata
The pick up will take place during the early morning.
We will travel to Mollepata, where breakfast will be served.
Transfer to Soraypampa
Then we will continue by road to Soraypampa.
The last section has curves, dirt and possible bumps.
Hike to Humantay
The ascent includes:
- Natural steps.
- Sludge during the rains.
- Continuous earrings.
- Sectors exposed to wind.
The climb usually takes between an hour and a half and two and a half hours.
The Humantay Lagoon feeds on melting and is located in a high-altitude environment. The official tourist promotion information places it above 4,000 meters.
Horses can be hired separately, but they don’t always reach the edge of the lagoon.
Permanence and descent
The tonality of the water depends on light, cloud cover and sediment.
The water is not allowed into the water.
Descent requires attention because the pressure on knees and ankles increases.
Lunch and return to Cusco
After the walk we will return to the restaurant for lunch.
The arrival in Cusco will be during the afternoon or early evening.
Cusco–Puno Night Bus
The original itinerary did not indicate this transfer, but it is essential to start Day 7 from Puno.
After the return:
- You will collect the stored luggage.
- You’ll have a margin to change and have dinner.
- You’ll be transferred to the terminal.
- You will board an interprovincial bus to Puno.
The journey takes approximately seven to nine hours.
This connection is demanding. After the hike you will not have a full night in hotel.
Technical Details
- Humantay duration: Between 12 and 14 hours.
- Night bus: Cusco–Puno.
- Initial altitude: Approximately 3,900 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Breakfast:
- Accommodation: Night bus.
- Recommendation: Wear dry and warm clothes for the trip.
Puno, Uros and Amantaní
Highlight of the day: Walk on a totora platform and spend the night with a family from Amantaní.
Arrival to Puno
The bus will arrive in the early morning or early morning.
A representative will coordinate the transfer to the departure point.
You will have limited time to:
- Use hygienic services.
- Organize the luggage.
- Leave your bags large in custody.
- Have breakfast, when you hire or pay separately.
You only have to carry a backpack for one night.
Floating Islands of the Uros
Navigation will start from the port of Puno.
In the Uros, a family will explain how platforms are built using root blocks and totora layers.
The floor feels flexible. Walk slowly and avoid jumping near the edges.
The traditional totora boat ride is usually optional and is paid directly to the community.
Navigation to Amantaní
Then we will continue to Amantani.
The journey can take anywhere from two to a half hours to three hours on a conventional boat.
During the tour the wind can feel cold even in the sun.
Accommodation and lunch
Upon arrival, a host family will receive the group.
The accommodation is simple and may include:
- Private or shared room.
- Basic bath.
- Hot water not guaranteed.
Lunch will be prepared with food available on the island.
Optional Walk
In the afternoon you can take a walk to Pachatata or Pachamama, according to the local organization.
The ascent can feel intense by:
- The height.
- The night bus.
- The fatigue of Humantay.
- The dirt and stone paths.
The passenger can stay in the house when he is not in good condition.
Dinner and local activity
The family will serve dinner.
In some outings, local music and clothing are organized. This activity depends on the community and should not be considered guaranteed.
Participation is voluntary.
Technical Details
- Transportation: Bus, vehicle and boat.
- Lake altitude: Approximately 3,810 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Land: Totora, earth, stone and earrings.
- Lunch:
- Accommodation: Family home.
- Recommendation: Wear flashlight, toilet paper and thermal clothing.
Amantaní, Taquile, Puno and night bus to Cusco
Highlight of the day: Walking between terraces of Taquile and knowing how its fabrics communicate aspects of community life.
Breakfast and departure
The family will serve a simple breakfast.
Then we will walk to the dock and travel to Taquile.
Tour of Taquile
The hike can start with a climb or include numerous steps, depending on the dock used.
Taquile is known for a textile art developed daily by men and women and used by the members of the community themselves.
Among its representative garments are:
- Heat belts.
- Woven bags.
- Garments related to age and marital status.
The calendar belt may represent annual cycles linked to agricultural and ritual activities.
The purchase of textiles is voluntary. We recommend assessing the time to prepare and avoid aggressive negotiations.
Lunch
Lunch will be served in a communal or family restaurant.
The usual menu may include soup, trout or vegetarian alternative.
Special diets should be communicated before the trip.
Return to Puno
After lunch we’ll go down to the dock.
Navigation to Puno takes approximately two and a half hours to three hours.
Puno–Cusco Night Bus
Arriving at the port:
- You will collect the stored luggage.
- You’ll have time for dinner.
- You’ll be transferred to the terminal.
- You will board the night bus to Cusco.
This second overnight transfer is necessary to perform Vinicunca on Day 9.
linking Taquile, a night bus and Vinicunca is a demanding combination. We recommend expanding the program with a night of rest in Cusco.
Technical Details
- Transportation: Boat, vehicle and night bus.
- Navigation: Between 3 hours and 30 minutes and 4 hours.
- Altitude: Between about 3,810 and 4,050 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Breakfast:
- Accommodation: Night bus.
- Recommendation: Carry documents and valuables in carry-on baggage.
Mountain of Colors – Vinicunca
Highlight of the day: Reach the highest altitude of the program in front of the mineral stripes of Vinicunca.
Arrival to Cusco and connection
The bus will arrive in the early morning or early morning.
To connect with Vinicunca requires:
- The bus arrives without considerable delays.
- A representative wait in the terminal.
- Let the luggage be stored.
- That the passenger can change quickly.
- That does not present intense symptoms of exhaustion or height.
A road delay can prevent the exit.
For this reason, this connection should be presented as operational, but not ideal.
Journey to Cusipata
We will board tourist transport and travel south.
Breakfast will be served in Cusipata or a nearby town.
Hike to Vinicunca
Then we will continue until the start of the walk.
The trail may present:
The climb usually takes between an hour and a half and two hours.
The height exceeds 5,000 meters above sea level, so they can be presented:
- Lack of air.
- Loss of coordination.
The guide may prevent a passenger from continuing when there is a risk.
Viewpoint of Vinicunca
The appearance of the mountain depends on:
- Solar light.
- Moisture of the soil.
- Conditions of the trail.
We cannot guarantee the colors observed in promotional photographs.
The area usually receives many visitors. This route does not completely avoid the crowds.
Descent and lunch
After the viewpoint we will start the return.
Horses are optional and contracted directly with local providers. They don’t always cover the whole walk.
Lunch will be served at the restaurant.
Return to Cusco
The arrival is scheduled between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., although it may be delayed.
We do not recommend booking a flight the same day. The safest option is to sleep an extra night in Cusco.
Technical Details
- Duration: Between 12 and 14 hours.
- Transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- Maximum altitude: More than 5,000 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Land: Earth, stone, sludge and seasonal snow.
- Breakfast:
- Recommended flight: Next day.
Inclusions
- Reception at Lima airport. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation in the category and location confirmed for the tour.
- City tour in Lima. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Professional guide for route coordination, assistance and interpretation of the main sites.
- Entry to the San Francisco Convent when it appears on confirmation. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Tourist transportation in a vehicle selected according to the group size and route conditions.
- Boat transportation for the lake or river segment described in the itinerary.
- Activity in buggy and sandboarding when listed on the reservation. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Reception at Cusco airport. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- City tour Cusco. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- I’m going to Qorikancha. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Entrance ticket for the attraction specified in the booking confirmation.
- Lunch at a selected local restaurant; dietary requests must be reported in advance.
- Entries to the sites indicated. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Transfer to the railway station. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Train service according to the schedule and category confirmed in the reservation.
- Bus transportation for the segment specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Return transfer to the hotel or agreed point when vehicle access and the contracted service allow it.
- Breakfast at a selected local establishment, according to the itinerary.
- Transfer to the terminal of Cusco. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Reception in Puno. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Transfer to the port. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Night at family home. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Transfer to the Puno terminal. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Reception and connection in Cusco. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- A basic first-aid kit carried by the guide for initial assistance during the route.
- Emergency oxygen for initial assistance at altitude; it does not replace professional medical care.
- Assisted by Peceros Agency Travel. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- International flights.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Lima–Cusco flight.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Departing flight from Cusco.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Accommodation before or after the tour unless it is expressly listed in the package.
- Meals not specifically indicated in the itinerary, including personal orders and upgrades.
- Bottled water, snacks and additional drinks purchased during the route.
- Optional ride in totora raft.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Horse service, which is hired and paid directly to the local provider when available.
- Huayna Picchu.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Second circuit in Machu Picchu.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Improved train.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Personal travel insurance, including medical care, evacuation and trip interruption coverage.
- Professional medical care or evacuation expenses required during the trip.
- Personal medicines and treatments prescribed for the traveler.
- Tips for guides, drivers, cooks or support staff; gratuities are voluntary.
- Expenses for missed connections.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Services not mentioned.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
Upgrades
- 3 star hotel in Lima; Reference Price: From USD 55 per room per night
- 3 star hotel in Cusco; Reference Price: From USD 50 per room per night
- 4 star hotel; Reference Price: Low Quote
- 5 star hotel; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Lima–Cusco flight; Reference Price: According to date and airline
- Checked baggage; Reference Price: According to airline
- Train Vistadome u Observatory; Reference Price: From USD 45 additional
- Huayna Picchu; Reference Price: From USD 60 additional
- Machu Picchu Additional Circuit; Reference Price: According to availability
- Bus Cusco–Puno bed; Reference Price: From USD 20 additional
- Bus bed Puno–Cusco; Reference Price: From USD 20 additional
- Speedboat in Titicaca; Reference Price: From USD 35 per person
- Single room in Amantaní; Reference Price: Subject to availability
- Horse in Humantay; Reference Price: Local Rate
- Horse in Vinicunca; Reference Price: Local Rate
- Walking poles; Reference Price: From USD 15 per pair
- Individual portable oxygen; Reference Price: From USD 25
- Special Dietary Menu; Reference Price: From USD 15
- Additional night in Cusco before Vinicunca; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Final night in Cusco; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Travel insurance; Reference Price: According to age and coverage
The amounts are referenced and must be confirmed before payment.
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