Magical Peru: 12 Days, 11 Nights of Adventure + Enchantment
ID: GYG689004-1132998
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
12 days
Description
Discover Peru's most outstanding destinations, from the breathtaking wonder of Machu Picchu to the enchanting Huacachina Oasis and the fascinating Ballestas Islands.
Please note that to participate in this tour it is necessary to make a reservation at least one month in advance or check the availability of tickets for Machu Picchu on the desired date.
Itinerary:
- DAY 1: Pick up at Lima airport:
Our transportation will be punctually waiting for you to take you to your designated hotel.
- DAY 2: Ica - Huacachina:
Early pick up between 4:00 - 5:00 a.m. to visit the Ballestas Islands and enjoy the marine life. Then lunch at the vineyard before heading to Huacachina for tubing and sandboarding. Return to Lima around 10:30 p.m.
- DAY 3: Flight over Nazca:
At 8:00 a.m., we will depart from the hotel to Nazca for an exciting 30-minute flight over the lines. Then, we will head to Ica, where we will take the Cruz del Sur tourist bus back to Lima, with transportation to the airport included.
- DAY 4: Airport pick-up - Cusco City Tour:
Start your trip with a transfer from your hotel at 9:00 a.m. to explore the city, including Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay. We will return to Cusco around 2:30 p.m.
- DAY 5: Sacred Valley - Connection to Machu Pichu:
Pick up at 7:00 a.m. We will visit Pisaq, then lunch in Urubamba and guided visit in Ollantaytambo. Afterwards, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes and check-in at the hotel for the night.
- DAY 6: Machu Picchu:
After breakfast, we will take a bus to Machu Picchu for a guided tour. Then we will return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and return by train to Ollantaytambo. From there we will be taken back to Cusco to spend the night in a selected hotel.
- DAY 7: Humantay Lake:
Departure from the hotel at 4:00 a.m. We will travel to Mollepata for breakfast before a 2-hour hike to the Humantay Lagoon. After lunch, we will return to Cusco around 6:00 p.m.
- DAY 8: Maras and Moray Salt Mines:
We will start the day by picking you up from your hotel around 8:00 a.m. to visit Chinchero, a textile center, then the agricultural laboratory of Moray and the salt mines of Maras. We will return to Cusco around 3:00 p.m. and you will have the afternoon free.
- DAY 9: Rainbow Mountain:
Departure from the hotel at 4:00 a.m. Transfer to Tintinco for breakfast and then hike 2 hours to the Rainbow Mountain. Lunch in Tintinco and return to Cusco around 5:00 p.m. Night drive to Puno.
- DAY 10: Uros - Amantani:
We will arrive in Puno around 5:00 a.m., where we will have breakfast before heading to the port to board the boat to the Uros and Amantani Islands. Overnight at a local family's house in Amantani.
- DAY 11: Taquile Floating Island:
After breakfast with the local family, we will sail to the Taquile Islands for a visit. We will have lunch in Taquile and return to Puno around 6:00 pm. Then, we will take a tourist bus back to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 a.m.
- DAY 12: Transfer to the Airport:
Depending on your flight schedule, our transportation service will take you from your hotel to the airport or bus terminal. End of our services.
Highlights
- Explore the Inca culture and admire the wonder of Machu Picchu.
- Explore the Huacachina Oasis and enjoy a variety of adventure activities.
- Experimenta senderismo y aventura en la Rainbow Mountain y la Laguna Humantay.
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.