Day 1: Arrival in Lima

• Arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport.
• Transfer to hotel in Miraflores or Barranco.
• Evening free to rest or explore the coastal boardwalk.
  Accommodation: Lima Hotel

Day 2: Lima City Tour – Ancient & Colonial Heritage

• Guided visit to Huaca Pucllana and Huaca Huallamarca (pre-Inca temples).
• Explore Lima’s Historic Center: Plaza Mayor, Cathedral, San Francisco Convent & Catacombs.
• Afternoon at the Larco Museum, showcasing pre-Columbian treasures.
  Accommodation: Lima Hotel

Day 3: Flight Lima – Cusco

• Morning flight to Cusco (3,400 m / 11,150 ft).
• Hotel transfer and light walk for acclimatization.
• Explore San Blas neighborhood and local markets.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 4: Cusco City & Archaeological Sites

• Guided tour: Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun), Cusco Cathedral.
• Visit nearby ruins: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara.
• Afternoon free.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 5: Sacred Valley of the Incas

• Visit Pisac Market and Pisac ruins with agricultural terraces.
• Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
• Explore Ollantaytambo fortress and living Inca town.
  Accommodation: Sacred Valley Hotel

Day 6: Chinchero, Moray & Maras Salt Mines

• Visit Chinchero, famous for weaving traditions.
• Continue to Moray, Inca agricultural laboratory.
• Explore the Maras Salt Mines, still in use today.
• Return to Cusco.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 7: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

• Early departure to the Rainbow Mountain trek.
• 2-hour hike to the viewpoint (5,200 m / 17,060 ft).
• Enjoy panoramic views of Ausangate Glacier and colorful landscapes.
• Return to Cusco in the evening.
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 8: Free Day in Cusco

• Leisure day for rest, shopping, or optional activities (cooking class, museums, or Andean workshops).
  Accommodation: Cusco Hotel

Day 9: Cusco – Andahuaylillas – Raqchi – Puno

• Scenic drive across the Andes to Puno.
• Stops at:
  • Andahuaylillas Church (the “Sistine Chapel of the Andes”).
  • Raqchi – Temple of Wiracocha.
  • La Raya Pass (highest point, 4,335 m / 14,222 ft).
  • Pukara Museum.
• Arrival in Puno.
  Accommodation: Puno Hotel

Day 10: Lake Titicaca – Uros & Taquile Islands

• Boat trip on Lake Titicaca.
• Visit Uros floating islands, made of totora reeds.
• Continue to Taquile Island: cultural traditions & textile art.
• Lunch with local community.
• Return to Puno.
  Accommodation: Puno Hotel

Day 11: Lake Titicaca – Amantani Homestay

• Travel again by boat to Amantani Island.
• Cultural immersion: stay with a local family.
• Participate in traditional cooking, farming, and Andean music.
  Accommodation: Local Family Homestay (Amantani Island)

Day 12: Amantani – Puno

• Morning hike to Pachatata or Pachamama temple with panoramic lake views.
• Return to Puno by boat in the afternoon.
  Accommodation: Puno Hotel

Day 13: Puno – Sillustani – Flight to Lima

• Morning visit to the Sillustani funerary towers on Lake Umayo.
• Transfer to Juliaca Airport for flight to Lima.
• Free evening in Lima.
  Accommodation: Lima Hotel

Day 14: Lima – Departure

• Free time in Lima for last shopping or visits.
• Transfer to airport for international departure.

Tour Includes

• Accommodation in 3★ / 4★ hotels in Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley & Puno (upgrade available).
• 1-night homestay on Amantani Island (basic but authentic lodging with local family).
• Domestic flights (Lima ↔ Cusco, Juliaca ↔ Lima).
• All private transfers and tourist-class transportation.
• Train tickets when applicable (Cusco – Sacred Valley).
• Professional English-speaking guides for all tours.
• Entrance tickets to archaeological sites & natural parks:
  • Cusco city & nearby ruins
  • Sacred Valley
  • Rainbow Mountain
  • Lake Titicaca islands
  • Sillustani site
• Daily breakfast at hotels.
• Lunches during selected excursions (Sacred Valley, Taquile, Amantani).
• Boat transport on Lake Titicaca (Uros, Taquile, Amantani).
• Cultural activities with local families on Lake Titicaca.

Not Included

• International flights.
• Extra activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
• Meals not specified (lunches/dinners in cities).
• Entrance to optional mountain hikes in Cusco (e.g., Huayna Picchu).
• Personal expenses (drinks, snacks, souvenirs, laundry).
• Travel insurance (highly recommended).
• Tips for guides, drivers, and host families.

 

• Original passport (mandatory to enter Machu Picchu)
• Personal luggage for Machu Picchu (5 kg max allowed in the train)
• Daypack for personal items
• Money in soles for entrance fees, water, snacks and other expenses during each tour
• Comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear (hiking boots recommended)
• Waterproof clothes and rain cover
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Water (1.5L per day)
• Sunglasses
• Scarf or hat in order to protect against the intense sunlight
• Warm jacket for the evening/wind
• Personal medications

Flexible cancellation/ change

•  Cancel your tour 48 hours in advance and be reimbursed for the full amount of the tour. If you cancel the tour after these 48 hours prior to your tour no refund will be processed.
•  The policy to reschedule or to make any amendment allows the update to be made no more than 5 days prior to the date of your tour and it is valid until December 30th, 2022.
•  The itinerary may be subject to changes due to unforeseen circumstances, beyond the control of the operator, changes without prior notice

Accommodation, transfers, and flights are included?

The lodging and transfers in Tambopata are included as part of the tour and cannot be excluded. For the other days, you can choose if you want to hire only the tours or tours + lodging. Flights are not included but we will give you recommendations for airlines and schedules.

Why is the tourist ticket not included?

The Boleto Turístico (tourist ticket) is a personal ticket and is not sold in advance. It must be purchased in Cusco or at the entrance of the visited sites where this ticket is required.
Check our guide with all the information about the tourist ticket. 

What to do with my luggage during the trip to Machu Picchu?

The maximum volume allowed on the trains is 5 kg per person, so you should travel with as little as possible, as all the rest of your luggage should stay at your hotel in Cusco during the two day trip. If you check out when you travel to Machu Picchu, you can leave your luggage in the hotel’s storage room.

What time will I enter Machu Picchu?

The entrance times for this tour is from 7am on, but it may vary according to ticket availability at the time of booking. Remember: the earlier you make your reservation, the more likely you are to get the best times.

Do I need a yellow fever vaccine to visit the Peruvian Amazon?

The yellow fever vaccine is not required for your entry into Peru but may be required upon your return to your country. For more information, please contact the health authorities in your home country.

Can I reverse the order of the itinerary?

Yes, our itinerary is 100% customizable and you can change the order of visits according to your travel plans and schedule. Please note that some flights are restricted to specific days of the week and this will directly affect your itinerary.