Magical Peru 10D/9N
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Tour Details
This package combines the most iconic heritage and natural destinations across Peru. Designed with international standards of comfort, specialized tourist transportation, and personalized service, the program spans from sea level to the high Andes. The experience includes admission tickets to all described attractions, panoramic train passes to Machu Picchu, speedboat/catamaran cruising on Lake Titicaca, and certified bilingual guides (English/Spanish).
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Lima and Hotel Transfer
Morning/Afternoon: Greeting at Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) and private transfer to your hotel in Miraflores.
Afternoon: Free time to rest, acclimate, and stroll along the Miraflores boardwalk.
Lodging: Hotel in Lima.
Day 2: Ballestas Islands Excursion and Huacachina Oasis
04:30 AM: Private transfer from Lima to Paracas.
08:00 AM: Speedboat tour to the Ballestas Islands to observe marine wildlife (sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and guano birds).
11:00 AM: Transfer to the city of Ica.
01:00 PM: Visit to an artisan vineyard with lunch and a wine and pisco tasting.
03:30 PM: Tour of the Huacachina Oasis, dune buggy ride, and sandboarding on the desert dunes.
06:30 PM: Return to Lima.
Lodging: Hotel in Lima.
Day 3: Colonial & Modern Lima City Tour – Flight to Cusco
09:00 AM: Guided tour of Historic Downtown Lima (Plaza Mayor, Cathedral, San Francisco Basilica and Catacombs) and a drive through the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
02:00 PM: Transfer to the Lima airport to catch your domestic flight to the city of Cusco (11,150 ft / 3,399 m.a.s.l.).
Afternoon: Greeting at the Cusco airport (CUZ), transfer to your hotel, and rest with welcome coca tea for acclimation.
Lodging: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 4: Archaeological City Tour in Cusco
01:00 PM: Start of the guided city tour in Cusco: Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun) and the Cathedral.
03:00 PM: Visit to the nearby archaeological complexes: Sacsayhuamán, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
06:30 PM: Return to downtown Cusco.
Lodging: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour – Train to Aguas Calientes
07:30 AM: Departure for the Sacred Valley. Visit to the Pisac archaeological site and artisan market.
12:30 PM: Buffet lunch at a tourist restaurant in Urubamba.
02:30 PM: Visit to the Ollantaytambo Inca fortress.
04:36 PM: Board the tourist train at Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
Lodging: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 6: Guided Tour of the Machu Picchu Citadel – Return to Cusco
Morning: Consettur shuttle bus ride up to the Machu Picchu Inca Citadel. A 2.5-hour guided tour through the primary sectors of the historic sanctuary.
Midday: Shuttle bus ride down to Aguas Calientes with free time for lunch.
Afternoon: Tourist train return to Ollantaytambo and private transfer back to Cusco.
Lodging: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 7: Rainbow Mountain Excursion (Vinicunca)
04:30 AM: Hotel pickup and transfer to Cusipata. Breakfast included.
09:00 AM: Guided hike to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint (16,470 ft / 5,020 m.a.s.l.).
12:30 PM: Buffet lunch in the community and return to Cusco.
04:30 PM: Arrival in Cusco with the rest of the afternoon free.
Lodging: Hotel in Cusco.
Day 8: Route of the Sun (Cusco to Puno)
06:30 AM: Transfer to the guided tourist bus station for your journey to Puno.
Along the route: Guided tours of the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" in Andahuaylillas, the Temple of Wiracocha in Raqch'i, a buffet lunch in Sicuani, the La Raya high-mountain pass (14,222 ft / 4,335 m.a.s.l.), and the Pukara Lithic Museum.
05:00 PM: Arrival in the city of Puno (12,506 ft / 3,812 m.a.s.l.) and hotel transfer.
Lodging: Hotel in Puno.
Day 9: Lake Titicaca Tour (Floating Islands of Uros and Taquile Island)
07:30 AM: Transfer to the Lake Titicaca port and board a speedboat.
08:30 AM: Visit and cultural interaction at the Floating Islands of Uros.
11:00 AM: Boat ride to Taquile Island, guided hike, and a demonstration of UNESCO-recognized textile art.
12:30 PM: Traditional lunch featuring fresh local trout.
03:30 PM: Speedboat ride back to Puno and hotel transfer.
Lodging: Hotel in Puno.
Day 10: Transfer to Juliaca Airport – Departure Flight
Morning: Private transfer from your hotel in Puno to Inca Manco Cápac Airport in Juliaca (JUL).
Service: End of tour services.
Services
Included
General Admission Tickets: General Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTG) for Cusco ruins and the Sacred Valley. Entrance ticket to Qorikancha and the Cusco Cathedral. Official entrance ticket to the Machu Picchu Inca Citadel. Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain. Entrance ticket to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve. Entrance ticket to the Huacachina Oasis and municipal fee for dune buggies. Entrance ticket to Lake Titicaca (Uros and Taquile Islands). Admission tickets to the attractions on the Route of the Sun (Andahuaylillas, Raqch'i, Pukara).
Accommodations: 02 nights of hotel stay in Lima. 04 nights of hotel stay in Cusco. 01 night of hotel stay in Aguas Calientes. 02 nights of hotel stay in Puno.
Transportation: Private Airport – Hotel – Airport transfers in all cities. Tourist ground transportation (Lima – Paracas – Ica – Lima). Round-trip tourist train tickets (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo). Round-trip shuttle bus tickets up/down Machu Picchu. Premium tourist bus with onboard service for the Route of the Sun (Cusco – Puno). Motorboat to the Ballestas Islands. Speedboat for the Lake Titicaca excursion.
Meals: Daily breakfast at all hotels. 01 lunch/tasting at an Ica vineyard. 01 buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley. 01 buffet lunch on the Rainbow Mountain excursion. 01 buffet lunch during the Route of the Sun journey. 01 traditional lunch on Taquile Island.
Guides and Assistance: Certified bilingual tour guide (English / Spanish) on all tours. 24/7 personalized assistance at your destination throughout the trip.
Not Included
International flight tickets.
Domestic flight tickets (internal routes: Lima – Cusco and Juliaca – Lima).
International travel and personal medical insurance.
Meals and drinks not specified under "INCLUDED."
Tips for guides, drivers, and baggage handlers.
Personal expenses or souvenirs.
Recommendations
Original valid passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining. Small 20 to 30-liter daypack for daily excursions. Warm layered clothing (thermal jacket, windbreaker, beanie, and gloves). Lightweight, breathable clothing for the coast and daytime hikes. Trekking shoes with high-traction soles for hikes. Full sun protection (SPF 50+ sunscreen, UV-filter sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat). Waterproof poncho or rain-resistant jacket. Personal medications and altitude sickness (soroche) pills. Cash in local currency (Peruvian Soles) and US Dollars in small, undamaged bills. External battery pack (Power Bank), camera, and type A / B plug adapters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are entrance tickets to Machu Picchu and other attractions included in the package?
Yes, all official admission tickets to the Machu Picchu citadel, the General Cusco Tourist Ticket, access to Rainbow Mountain, the Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Oasis, and Lake Titicaca are fully included and reserved in advance.
How is altitude sickness (soroche) acclimation managed?
The itinerary is scheduled progressively, starting at sea level in Lima and Paracas. When ascending to the highlands (Cusco and Puno), time is set aside for initial rest and light activities before embarking on more demanding hikes like Vinicunca.
Does the package price include airfare?
The cost covers all private/tourist land transportation, train tickets to Machu Picchu, and boat transfers. It does not include international airfare or internal domestic flights (Lima – Cusco and Juliaca – Lima).
What type of luggage is allowed on tours and the train to Machu Picchu?
For daily tours and the train ride to Machu Picchu, a light 20 to 30-liter daypack is recommended. Your primary luggage or large suitcases will remain securely stored at your base hotel in Cusco.
In what language are the tours and customer assistance provided?
All excursions and travel assistance are provided in a bilingual format (English and Spanish) by certified official tour guides.
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