Arequipa, Puno and Cusco 15D/14N

Barranco known by Sel the "Bohemian and Artistic" district of Lima, for being the place of residence of many local artists. The 1920 architecture can be seen in the Art Deco mansions and the lush boulevards that are part of the area. Since at that time it was the summer place of upper class families, who installed their large beach house. You can travel San Martín Avenue and find residences, boulevards, hotels, art galleries and restaurants until you reach the Central Plaza de Barranco, around which most of the tourist activity in the district is concentrated. It is essential to walk along the bridge of sighs, the legend tells that if a desire is requested and the bridge without breathing, for the first time, is fulfilled.

Arequipa is a World Heritage Site according to UNESCO. It is a beautiful city that offers a mixture of old architectural treasures and modern buildings. It is also known as "The White City", a nickname that derives from its numerous white buildings, which contrast with the beautiful surrounding green landscape. Among its most beautiful landscapes it offers snowfalls such as the Ampato, Chachani and Misti peaks, along with deep cannons. Among them, Cotahuasi and Colca, whose beauty and impact are impressive.

The spectacular Colca Valley is famous for its dramatic landscape: the mountain folds that submerge in the depths of the Colca Canyon, through which the Colca River runs for about 50 kilometers, passing through ancient Spanish towns where women still dress with traditional Andean attire. The residents of this valley are the descendants of the inhabitants of the Cabana-Quechua and Collagua Valley, a pre-Inca tribe known for its impressive textile art and stone carved. The highlights of the region include visits to the various colonial churches of the Valley, horseback riding and Condor observation expeditions.

Located at the top of the Andes mountain range, on the border between Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca is considered the highest commercially highly high navigable lake in the world. The area was once a bastion of the Inca culture - and this ancient legacy is still evident in the many Inca ruins dotted through the coast, as well as in the traditional textile vibrants and clothing hand -woven by hand. Among the most popular attractions of Lake are the 42 floating islands of Uros cane, accessible from Puno in the East. In Santa María, the greatest of them, tourists can organize excursions to private local houses to experience traditional culture.

Cusco, also known as the "navel of the world" for the Incas, since it was the capital of the Inca Empire. It remains a city that combines archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture; You can still see the foundations of the Inca structures in many of its city streets today. The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the ancient city, with galleries, carved wooden balconies and ruins of Inca walls.

The Sacred Valley of the Incas, in the Peruvian Andes, is one of the most important destinations in South America. It is composed of numerous rivers that descend by streams and small valleys; This fertile area has Inca archaeological monuments and indigenous peoples such as the Maras community. We can visit old city such as Pisac, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. They also cultivated a great diversity of agricultural products in terraces such as Moray.

Machu Picchu Pueblo also called Aguas Calientes is a town located in the Valley of the Urubamba River in southeastern Peru, known for its proximity to the famous Citadel of Machu Picchu. The center of the town can find various restaurants and stores, in addition to the artisanal market. To the northwest along the river, there are the mandor gardens with orchids and birds; The near butterflies house is a local conservation project. You can also enjoy your thermal baths.

Welcome to Peru, a country that captivates with its cultural diversity, impressive landscapes and a rich history that is interwoven in every corner. From the Summits of the Andes to the Pacific beaches, Peru offers unique experiences that will leave an indelible mark. At the airport our guide will be waiting to receive and accompany us to our hotel in Barranco, known for being the Bohemian and Artistic District of Lima, for being the place of residence of many local artists. The 1920 architecture can be seen in the Art Deco mansions and the lush boulevards that are part of the area. At that time it was the summer place of the upper class families, who installed their large beach houses. Being in Barranco it is essential to walk through the bridge of sighs, the legend tells that, if the bridge is crossed for the first time without breathing and a desire is requested, it is fulfilled.

Including
• Private airport transfer - Lima Hotel, with welcome and guide assistance.
• Night at Hotel B with breakfast included.

Excluded
• International flight. 
• Lunch.

After breakfast, we will begin our half -day tour to know the history of Lima in its three periods: ancestral, colonial and contemporary. We will have a panoramic view of the "Huaca Pucllana", a magnificent ceremonial and archaeological center built in the fourth century A.D. and considered a "sacred people" by the Incas.

We will continue towards the center of Lima, where we will appreciate colonial monuments and constructions, such as the Plaza San Martín, the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, the Archbishop Palace, the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace, among others. We can also visit the catacombs in the convent of San Francisco.

After the center, we will continue to the most traditional residential areas of Lima, the olive grove of San Isidro and Miraflores to finally take lunch in a local restaurant where we can have the first contact with the magical gastronomy of this city.

Including
• Private midday tour with transfer, guide, tickets and lunch.
• Night at Hotel B with breakfast included.

Today, we will be collected from our hotel to be taken directly to the Lima Airport, where we will take a flight to the city of Arequipa. Upon arrival, we will be transferred to our hotel in the "White City", where we will have the rest of the afternoon free and we can rest for our tours in the following days.

Including
• Private transfer Hotel Lima - Airport - Hotel Arequipa, with only driver.
• Night at Hotel Cirqa with breakfast and dinner included.

Excluded
• National flight.
• Lunch.

After breakfast we will start our half -day tour in the city, we will know the architectural beauty of the White City of Arequipa. We will visit the Mirador del Carmen Alto (where you can see the Chilina Valley), viewpoint of Yanahuara, Monastery of Santa Catalina, Plaza de Armas, Church and cloister of the Society of Jesus (dome of San Ignacio). Upon returning to the hotel we will have the rest of the afternoon free to explore more corners of the city on our own and prepare for the next day start the trip to the Colca Canyon.

Including
• Private midday tour with transfer, guide and entries.
• Night at Hotel Cirqa with breakfast and dinner included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

We start our Potra to the Colca Canyon (175 km, 4 hours) being collected at the hotel for mobility and the guide to go directly towards Yanque, taking the Yura road, bordering the snowy Chachani we can observe the Pampa Cañahuas (National Reserve of White Aguada and Salinas) being habitat of beautiful South American camelids and you can see Vicuñas. In the Bofedales of Tocra we appreciate a wide variety of migratory birds and we will find beautiful flamenco.

We can also go through the crater of an extinct volcano (chucura), stop at the viewpoint of the volcanoes, which is also the highest area on the road (4,910 m.s.n.m.) where we will see a large part of the Western mountain range. We will finally arrive at the hotel to rest the rest of the afternoon.

Including
• Private 3D/2N program with transfer, guide and tickets.
• Night at Hotel Colca Lodge with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Early in the morning we headed towards the Mirador de la Cruz del Condor, a strategic observation point of the Colca Canyon and the spectacular flight of the condor. Back to Yanque, we will have small stops in the towns of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque; that have beautiful colonial churches, as well as the viewpoints of Antahuilque, Huayrapunko and Peña Blanca, where you can see the beautiful landscape of the cannon and its impressive pre -Inca Andenery.

Including
• Private 3D/2N program with transfer, guide and tickets.
• Night at Hotel Colca Lodge with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Today we will say goodbye to the charming cannon, after breakfast we will leave for our following destination: Puno (316 km, 5.5 hours). On the route we will make a brief stops in lagoons or lagoons to observe a wide variety of migratory birds and make a stop in Sillustani, a pre -Inca cemetery on the shores of Lake Umayo offers a fascinating vision of a fascinating period in history. The site is dotted with ruins of Chullpas, cylindrical funeral towers that were built as graves where members of the nobility were buried, along with their possessions.

Including
• Private transfer of Hotel Colca - Puerto de Capachica, with only driver.
• Private transfer in Botel de Capachica - Hotel Lago Titicaca, with only driver.
• Night at Hotel Titicaca Lodge with breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

In the morning we will embark the quick boat to start the tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands. The first stop will be the island of Uros, where our guide will explain to us about the way of life of the inhabitants in Lake Titicaca. Then, we will embark on the boat to go to Taquile Island. In this place, we can observe the settlers and admire their textile work, well known in the area. In addition, we can see the temples, tombs and terraces that are still preserved, as we receive explanations from the guide with respect to how they were used and continued to be used to this day. We will have a typical lunch and finally we will return to the city of Puno where mobility will be waiting for us to take us to the hotel.

Including
• Group tour with boat transfers, guide and inputs included.
• Night at Hotel Titicaca Lodge with breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

We will take breakfast to go in a private transfer accompanied by our local guide to Cusco. During the trip, we will make guided tours of the most important tourist attractions of the “Ruta del Sol”, we will visit Raqchi, Andahuaylillas and Pukara. We can also taste a delicious buffet lunch with typical Andean foods and other areas of the country. We will arrive directly to the hotel in Cusco to rest the rest of the afternoon.

Including
• Private transfer in Hotel Puno - Puerto de Capachica, with only driver.
• Private transfer of Puerto de Capachica - Hotel Cusco, with guide, tickets and lunch.
• Night at Hotel Casa Cartagena with breakfast included.

After breakfast we will enlist to explore the secrets of the archaeological ruins of Pisac (2,972 m.s.n.m.). This ancestral site is known for its intricate architecture and spiritual connection. We will be amazed when contemplating the agricultural terraces of this place, which are presented as a masterpiece of engineering on the slopes of the mountains. These Inca steps not only served for agricultural production at different altitudes, but also reflect the deep understanding that the Incas had of their surroundings. We will visit the Intihuatana of Pisac. The presence of this precision carved monolith demonstrates the importance of this place as an astronomical observatory. This "Inca" solar clock, strategically located, fulfilled ceremonial and astronomical functions in the old society. The Inca paths that wind over the ruins of Pisac will take us through well -planned defensive strategies. We will explore narrow passages, strategic viewpoints and complex structures that reveal the military and architectural ability of the Incas. The carefully carved stones and sculptures in Pisac are testimonies of Inca artistic skill. The energies that emanate from this site will transport us to a unique connection with history. We will admire the perfection with which the stones fit each other, creating structures that resisted over time.

Finally, we will descend from the heights of the ruins and explore the charming people of Pisac. We will walk through its cobbled streets and immerse ourselves in the colorful artisanal market. From textiles to ceramics and jewelry, the market offers a variety of hand -made products that capture the very essence of Andean creativity. We will finally be transferred to our next hotel in the Sacred Valley.

Including
• Private Transfer Hotel Cusco - Hotel Valle Srado with Tour en route, including guide and tickets.
• Night at Hotel Sol y Luna with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

A private transfer will pick us up the hotel to go to know fascinating places in the Valley; The district of Chinchero, a town arrested in time, and we will observe the Andean Viva culture, from the time of the Incas. Its main square is home to textile vendors that weaving with traditional Andean methods.

We continue towards Maras, a small town where we will find the Salineras Salineras, with more than 3000 Salinas pools that are excavated in the Qaqawiñay mountain at 3,380 m. high. These Salinas are one of the 4 places in the world where you can find natural pink salt and depending on the time of the day you visit the place, the white terraces of the Salinas acquire beautiful tones that will be a visual delight.
Finally we will know the archaeological complex of Moray, a set of large structures located on a large plateau and that are a succession of concentric platforms that are introduced inside at a depth of 30 meters. These incredible bowls were used as experimental agricultural stations by the Incas, and as one enters the terraces, the temperature varies at each level, which manages to emulate several microclimates.

Including
• Private midday tour with transfer, guide and entries.
• Night at Hotel Sol y Luna with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Today we will visit the fascinating archaeological site of Ollantaytambo (2,792 m.s.n.m.). This place is presented as a millenary guardian of the Inca history of the Sacred Valley. Ollantaytambo was a strategic military strength, with its terraces in the hills that served both for agricultural and defensive purposes. The engineering of the Incas manifests itself in the perfectly carved stones and the stepped terraces that make up this archaeological wonder. At the top of the ruins we will find the Temple of the Sun, a ceremonial complex that stands out for its architectural design and religious symbolism. We will explore ceremonial structures, altars and sacred areas that attest to the worship of the Incas to their deities. We will travel the street of the ten niches, a ceremonial street with intricate niches carved in the rock that demonstrate the advanced urban planning of the Incas. The stone quarries in the vicinity will reveal the source of the colossal blocks used in the construction of Ollantaytambo, they demonstrate the technical and logistics ability of the Incas in the transport of these huge stones. From the top we will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Sacred Valley. We will observe how the surrounding mountains frame this archaeological landscape, offering a visual experience that will transport us to another era.

At the Ollantaytambo Trains station, we will embark on the picturesque train view of Perurail, which stands out for its panoramic windows that will allow us to enjoy impressive views along the journey. We will be accompanied by the winding Río Vilcanota, always on our left, giving us an unparalleled panoramic view while the landscape is transformed before our eyes. We will leave behind the Sierra Andina ecosystem to enter the cloud forest, where green tones intensify and the vegetation becomes dense. Throughout the journey we will see Terraces and Inca Andeneries, as well as flames, alpacas and endemic birds that will delight us with their presence.

While we approach the legendary Inca Citadel, we will enjoy an exceptional service, accompanied by a captivating show of typical cusco dances and the exhibition of Alpaca wool clothing that will bring us closer to the rich culture of the region. Upon arriving at the town, we will be received by the hotel staff where we will stay. After accommodating ourselves in our rooms, our guide will provide us with a brief summary and prepare us to our amazing visit to the Secret Citadel of the Incas, Machu Picchu.

Including
• Hotel transfer in Urubamba - Train station in Ollantaytambo with a visit to the Ollantaytambo Ruins en route, including guided and tickets.
• Ollantaytambo Visionome Train to Aguas Calientes.
• Luggage transfer to Hotel in Cusco.
• Night at Hotel Machu Picchu town with breakfast and dinner included.

Today we will visit Machu Picchu, the archaeological jewel that stands majestically at the heights of the Peruvian Andes. Also known as the lost city of the Incas, Machu Picchu is a masterpiece of the Inca architecture located at the top of a mountainous crest at 2,430 m.a.s.n.m. Its staggered terraces, ceremonial temples and precisely aligned constructions are a testimony of the technical ability and planning ingenuity of this ancient civilization. Their purposes remain a mystery that intrigues both archaeologists and visitors.
In the distance we can see the door of the Sun, or Intipunku, an emblematic place that served as the main entrance to Machu Picchu from the original Inca path. We will also see the main temple, a central structure, formed by precisely carved stones, which stands out for its architectural design and ceremonial importance. We will observe the stone of the intihuatana of Machu Picchu that served as an astronomical observatory and symbolic connection point with the sun. We will travel the agricultural terraces, ceremonial squares and other enclosures that reveal the urban planning of the Inca civilization. The Machu Picchu drainage system is an impressive manifestation of Inca hydraulic engineering, each terrace level allows water to flow naturally down, avoiding erosion and maintaining the stability of the terrain. Its drainage system was harmoniously integrated with the topography of the land and managed to minimize the erosion of the land and ensure the structural stability of the citadel. We will also see how altitude variability creates different microclimates in the cloudy forest, promoting a diversity of habitats. From the lowest areas to the highest areas, each level houses its own species collection, enriching the experience of those who explore this environment. Machu Picchu reflects a deep environmental awareness. Sustainability and harmony with the environment were fundamental principles that guided Inca engineering, leaving a legacy of respect for nature.

We will have the opportunity to reach the top of Wayna Picchu at 2,693 m.s.n.m. The paths that lead to the Summit of Wayna Picchu or "Young Mountain" are steep and challenging, adding an adventure dose to experience. The walk, although demanding, offers the opportunity to explore staggered terraces, cloud forests and ancient enclosures as we approach the top. At an outstanding point in the rise of the way to the summit we will see a carved rock formation called the "Door of the Moon". This symbolic structure represents a ceremonial door that connects the earthly world with the spiritual. Finally, we will experience the feeling of achievement upon reaching the summit and we will have the opportunity to contemplate the majesty of the Citadel and the Sacred Valley from this unique perspective that is worth each effort.

At the end of our visit we will return to the train station in the town and board a Vistadome train to return to the city of Cusco, the navel of the Inca world, where we will rest in a lovely hotel in the historic center.

Including
• Private tour of Machu Picchu with guide, entries and buses.
• Water Water View Train to Ollantaytambo.
• Private Transfer Trains Station in Ollantaytambo - Hotel in Cusco, with only driver.
• Night at Hotel Inkaterra La Casona with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Accompanied by our guide we will explore the cobbled alleyways of the city of Cusco located at 3,400 m.s.n.m. We will travel the narrow streets of the historic center that, flanked by Inca walls, will transport us over time. We will cross the city's place of arms to visit the Cathedral of Cusco, a demonstration of the Spanish conquest and the incorporation of Inca elements in Christian architecture. The cathedral facade is a show of architectural splendor. The main chapel houses a top work of the Cusco art, the golden altar. The walls of the cathedral are adorned with colonial paintings that stand out for incorporating Andean elements, unique examples of cultural syncretism.

We will visit the San Blas neighborhood, the Bohemian corner of Cusco, where the narrow cobbled streets and the vibrant squares reveal the artistic and cultural essence of the city. This neighborhood, known for its relaxed atmosphere and its rich inheritance, is a refuge for artists, artisans and travelers who seek to immerse themselves in the authenticity of Cusco life. The Church of San Blas will leave us amazed, built in the 16th century, is a baroque treasure, with its simple facade and its adorned interior, it is a testimony of the artistic influence that this neighborhood has permeated throughout the centuries. When we enter San Blas, each step will reveal artisan workshops, artist studies and unique souvenir shops. The colonial architecture of San Blas, characterized by its wooden balconies, will create a lovely scenario that will invite us to explore.

Including
• Private midday tour with transfer, guide and entries.
• Night at Hotel Inkaterra La Casona with breakfast included.

Excluded
• Lunch.

Today our trip ends. We will return home with unforgettable memories and captivated by a destination that mixes history, nature and culture and will always wait for us with open arms. A driver will pick us up to take us in private transfer to the airport from where we will take our flight via Lima back home.

Including
• Private Hotel Transfer - Airport, with only driver.

Excluded
• National and international flight. 
• Lunch.