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Peru – Also known as The Kingdom of the Sun, Peru is one of the most representative countries of Latin America due to the mix of native Indian, afro American and European cultures. Peru is a country where the traditional customs have transcended through the years, and they are the base for the current way of life. The contrast produced because of the different landscapes and people is the reason why Peru is a country so interesting for you to visit. The City of Kings was once the scenario of the war against the Spanish conquerors, who came in a ruthless search for the gold that was hidden somewhere in Peru. However, their most wanted treasure was the Lost City of the Incas: Machu Picchu, which they never found.
Day 01 – Friday Lima/ Approx. 22 km ü Transfer airport – hotel Arrival at the airport in Lima where you will be welcomed and transferred to the hotel. Lima was founded in 1535 by the Spanish conqueror Francisco Pizarro as “The city of the kings” and became the capital and most important city of the Spanish Viceroyalty. Today it is still Peru’s most important city as it gives home to about 9 million people, almost 30% of the national population. The historical city centre comes with splendid colonial style architecture, ample squares as the Plaza de Armas (or Plaza Mayor) and grand churches which yielded it the declaration as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. In its modern quarters such as Miraflores and San Isidro you can find present day architecture, rich entertainment possibilities and a great number of first-class hotels and restaurants. Peruvian cuisine is excellent and gets more and more famous in the world and Peruvians are extremely proud of their typical dishes. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores 4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Casa Andina Premium Miraflores 4* (local category 5*) or similar (superior room) Day 02 – Saturday Lima/ Approx. 35 km ü Meals: Breakfast ü City Tour including San Francisco monastery and Larco Museum (5h) Today you will explore the city on a sightseeing tour through Lima. The Plaza de Armas with the beautiful buildings of the government Palace, the town hall, the Palace of the archbishop and the cathedral are still the most important places in town. After that you will visit the beautiful San Francisco monastery which displays the largest collection of religious art in America. The highlight of this convent is the visit of the underground vaults known as “catacumbas” or catacombs. Proceed through the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores and to the Coastline enjoying the view over the beaches of Lima and the Pacific Ocean. Afterwards enjoy a guided visit of one of the Lima’s most noted museums, the Larco Museum which houses the world’s largest private collection of Peruvian pre-Columbian Art. Mr. Rafael Larco Hoyle founded the museum on July 28, 1926, in the Chiclin sugar estate in Trujillo, naming it as his father as an expression of filial homage. In 1958 he moved the collection to Lima, installing the Museum in a Colonial house in the district of Pueblo Libre, where it currently functions. This locale was adapted to the characteristics style of the 18th century colonial houses from Trujillo. The approximate 45,000 objects of the collection have been exhibited to the public in the Permanent Hall, Jewellery Vault and the Classified Storage Area ever since. The Halls of the Larco Museum are organized by subjects. The Metals, Ceramics, the Stones, the Culture, the Great Jewellery Vault and Textile Halls emphasize the technological aspects by Pre-Columbian cultures. Finally, the World’s unique Erotic Hall gives us a glimpse of the fascinating sexual life of ancient Peruvians. In the afternoon the following optional tours can be booked: **Remark: To ensure that the tours are be operated correctly, please make your reservation enough in advance. Optional: Walking tour Miraflores (3h) Explore Miraflores, a district of Lima that not only has beautiful landscapes and parks but also many surprises to discover! Your guide will walk with you around the district, explore some side streets, and most importantly, the Malecón, the boardwalk with beautiful ocean views of the Pacific along the Costa Verde. Along the way, you will see landmarks and hear stories, e.g. about the migration movements to Peru and their influence on the culture and the food or about socio-economic realities and differences between the districts. You will learn how limeños live their life and how the park is used for everything from a birthday party to your daily morning exercise, and you will hear more about the history of the district, and of Lima and Peru in general. From Larcomar, a famous shopping centre embedded in the Costa Verde, take a short ride on board public transportation – an experience in itself – to Kennedy Park. You can choose to stay and explore the surrounding shops and restaurants or head back to your hotel with your guide. Optional: Visit of Waterpark and dinner at Café del Museo (5h) You will be picked up at the hotel and driven to the city centre. You will visit the Parque de la Exposición, one of the biggest waterparks that exists within a city. There you can marvel at different shapes of fountains illuminated with different colours. The highlight of each evening is the music show at the biggest fountain with the water dancing at the rhythm of the tunes. Afterwards, enjoy a selection of regional dishes in the Café Del Museo, which is located in the Larco Museum. In the garden of the beautiful colonial building, you can either sit outside on the terrace surrounded by colourful flowers or inside in the modern atmosphere. **Remark: Visit of the Waterpark is only possible from Tuesday to Sunday. Dinner: 3-course menu with a pisco sour as a welcome drink, mineral water and one hot drink (coffee or tea). Optional: Visit of Barranco district (3h) In the morning you will be transferred to the district of Barranco. Barranco is the bohemian heart of Lima where many of the country's foremost artists, musicians, photographers and designers live and work. Its charming colonial and Republican mansions, flowery parks and languid aura give it a distinctly romantic feel. You will stop at the Bridge of Sighs, an ancient but solid bridge which has long inspired poets and songwriters like Chabuca Grande. Stroll around a little bit, admire the old houses and the view of the ocean. Guests interested can also visit one of the gallery and art shops (coordinated with the local guide). Standard: Overnight at Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores 4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Casa Andina Premium Miraflores 4* (local category 5*) or similar (superior room) Day 03 – Sunday Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley/ Approx. 66 km ü Meals: Breakfast ü Transfer hotel – airport ü Flight Lima – Cusco (not included) ü Transfer Airport Cusco – hotel in Sacred Valley including visit of the Chinchero community and the Chinchero market en route Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cusco. Upon arrival you will start the tour with a visit to Chinchero community located 28km away from Cusco. Here are the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui, as well as beautiful colonial temples built on Inca’s foundations. However, its main attraction is its Sunday market originally dedicated to the people of the valley to barter their products. This colourful and lively market still fascinates people with its variety of handicrafts and textiles made in true pre-Columbian style. Then you will be transferred to “El Mirador de Racchi” where you will have a splendid view of the Sacred Valley. Afterwards transfer to your hotel. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay 3-4* (local category 3*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness 4-5* (local category 5*) or similar (deluxe room) Day 04 – Monday Sacred Valley/ Approx. 46 km ü Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ü Half day excursion to the Ollantaytambo Ruins (4h) Today a visit to Ollantaytambo, a typical Inca community, is included. Towering above the town of Ollantaytambo we will find the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo. Steep stone terraces rising from the edge of town lead up to the fortress ruins at the top of the hill. A stone stairway leads up through the terrace walls, allowing visitors to step out on them. One of the best-preserved areas lies north of the Hanan Huacaypata square: an area of 15 blocks of houses built on top of carved stone walls. Here you also have the unique opportunity to visit a typical house of a local family and get an impression of the everyday life of the people of the region. Lunch in a typical restaurant. For the afternoon program the following optional tours can be booked on site: Optional: Moray and Maras (4h) The excursion starts with the visit to Moray, a little Andean community which is famous for its embedded amphitheatre, formed by four circular terraces which seem to disappear into the interior of the Puna, like an artificial crater. Evidence seems to suggest that Moray was an important Inca agricultural research centre. Finally, you will be transferred to visit the Salt Mines of Maras. With the salt which is tapped by exposing salt water that bubbles to the surface from a spring called Qoripujio in men-made wells to the sun, people earn their living. The view of this complex of nearly 3,000 wells is spectacular. The local people demonstrate the ancient techniques to visitors, even allowing you to participate. **Remarks: Visits are not recommended during the rainy season (November to April) Optional: Trekking to the terraces of Yucay (1h) An easy and relaxing hike to enjoy nature. Behind the Plaza of Yucay you will see an impressive group of terraces that follow the outline of the mountain and are still in use by the locals. The trail will take you to witness also the old Incan water channel used for the irrigation of the agricultural terraces. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Sonesta Posada del Inca Yucay 3-4* (local category 3*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness 4-5* (local category 5*) or similar (deluxe room) Day 05 – Tuesday Sacred Valley – Machu Pichu – Cusco/ Approx. 150 km ü Meals: Breakfast ü Full day tour to Machu Picchu Transfer by bus to the train station of Ollantaytambo where the tour starts by train that goes through the fertile plain of the Urubamba valley and on to Aguas Calientes. From there, small busses drive up the steep mountain to the ruin town. Machu Picchu called the Lost City of the Incas, this cultural heritage of mankind is a beautifully located impressive stone city constructed with a technique incredible for its era and even for present times. Stone upon stone, fitted together perfectly without any cement, with impressive delicacy, exquisite detail and discrimination worthy of the world’s greatest palaces. There are many theories about Machu Picchu, but one thing is for sure - it is one of the most impressive sites in the world. Enjoy a guided visit of around 2 hours of the ruins and return by bus and train to Ollantaytambo station. **Remark: Machu Picchu is currently divided into three different routes (Panoramic Route, Classic Route & the Royale Route) with fixed entrance times. Subject to availability, tickets will be purchased on the Classic Route first, if there are no more tickets available, the Royale Route will be considered first and then the Panoramic Route. Due to the high demand for visiting Machu Picchu, it cannot be guaranteed that the entire group will receive tickets for the same route or schedule. Additional costs for an extra guide may apply if there is more than one route/schedule for the same group. Transfer to your hotel in Cusco. Cusco – South America's archaeological capital and oldest continuously inhabited city is now one of Peru’ s most important and most frequented tourist attractions. Nevertheless, it is still remaining its vivid legacy as the hub of the Inca Empire: Quechua-speaking Inca descendants can still be found multitudinously in the centuries-old stone-walled city streets. Cusco also boasts magnificent repositories of colonial art – fine examples can be found in the Cathedral and Museum of Archaeology. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Xima Cusco 3-4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Aranwa Cusco Boutique 5* (local category 5*) or similar (deluxe room) ü Meals: Breakfast ü Cusco City Tour with San Blas and San Pedro Market (4h) Start your city tour at the typical San Pedro market and take in the lively bustle of the workers and their colourful stands filled with fruits, vegetables, spices, and other local products. Then, from the “Plaza de Armas” and visit the impressive renaissance-style Cathedral. Make your way through small alleys edged with Incan walls until you reach Koricancha, the temple dedicated to the sun, “Inti”. Believed to be the most important temple for the Incas, it was destroyed by the Spanish conquerors in the 16th century. Its foundations were used to build the Catholic Church Santo Domingo. End your tour in the San Blas district, home to traditional old families engaged in folk art, this is a paradise of stone and colonial-era houses, lost in time and picturesque beneath the bright Cusco sky, an iconic neighbourhood often referred to as the cultural and artistic district, wander the cobble stone streets as you browse the beautiful handicrafts and unique stores. Discover the magic of Siete Borreguitos Street, which is a treasure trove. It’s a window to the soul of Cusco. A perfect scenery for pictures. Finally, you will go to the viewpoint from where you will have an excellent view of the Cusco city. **Remark: To protect the historic centre of Cusco, vehicles are no longer allowed in the main square. The afternoon is free at leisure. The following optional excursion can be booked on the spot: Optional: Visit of the fortress of Sacsayhuaman and of the social project Manos de la Comunidad Enjoy a tour in the surroundings of Cusco. Your first stop is Sacsayhuaman, the Inca ceremonial fortress dedicated to the sun. Admire the gigantic rocks used to build the site and the way they were perfectly fitted together. After that, continue to Manos de la Comunidad where you can get up close and personal with Andean camelids and learn how to differentiate llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos. The project aims to preserve and promote weaving traditions while supporting local communities. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Xima Cusco 3-4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Aranwa Cusco Boutique 5* (local category 5*) or similar (deluxe room) Day 07 – Thursday Cusco ü Meals: Breakfast ü Day at leisure The day is at your leisure. The following optional excursions can be booked on the spot: Optional: Excursion to the Rainbow Mountain (12h) Early in the morning (5:30 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.) you will be picked you up at your hotel and start towards the district of Cusipata on a paved road of 77 km. Around 7:45 a.m. you will arrive to Cusipata where you will have breakfast. Then continue for 50 more minutes until arriving to the community of Wasi Pata which will be the starting point of the hike to the Rainbow Mountain. You will walk for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, appreciating the Red Valley and the mountain chain of Ausangate on the way. You will also be able to contemplate a diversity of South American camelids, lakes and beautiful landscapes. Once arrived, you will have 30 to 35min to take in the breathtaking scenery of the colourful Vinicunca mountain and take beautiful photographic shots before heading back the same way. From Wasa Pata you return to Cusipara for lunch. After lunch and a short rest before starting the drive to the city of Cusco and your hotel where you will arrive between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. **Remarks: Breakfast and lunch included. Level: Difficult (you should already get used to the altitude for a few days) Location: Ausangate Hiking distance: 10km Highest point: 5,040m Best season: Dry season between April to November Duration: ca. 12h (7h bus ride and 5h hike) This tour is subject to weather conditions
· Sun protection · Warm clothes, gloves and hat · Raincoat or rainwear · Snacks (chocolate, sweets, nuts) Optional: Cusco after dark Experience Cusco like never before! During your walking tour through the streets of the ancient city, you will learn its darkest secrets. Stories only locals know about and are shared exclusively in this experience. Go beyond the usual city tour in Cusco and learn something you can drop as an exclusive inside story at your next gathering with friends and family. To add to the experience, this tour is offered during sunset (5 am) or after dark (starting at 6 pm) only. Optional: Cemetery of Cusco Visit the oldest Cemetery of Cusco, Cementerio General de la Almudena. Right next to the Cemetery, you will not only conveniently find a hospital, but also an important asylum for the mentally ill. Your guide will not only explain burial rites, but also relate personal stories, and most of all, stories about the citizens of Cusco buried here. From funny stories to tragic ones, what is guaranteed is that you will learn a lot of stories to tell! Optional: Cusco – off the beaten track Start your visit with the oldest Cemetery of Cusco, Cementerio General de la Almudena. Your guide will not only explain burial rites, but also relate personal stories, and most of all, stories about the citizens of Cusco buried here. From funny stories to tragic ones, what is guaranteed is that you will learn a lot of stories to tell! After that, you will walk through Coripata neighbourhood back to Plaza de Armas in Cusco. On the way, you will get a glimpse into Cusco and how it is rarely seen through the eyes of a tourist. You will see tiny stores that sell everything from tombstones to everyday goods and hear stories about the neighbourhood and how life in Cusco works for the Cuzqueños. You will also learn more about Cusco’s history, and how it evolved from the Capital of the Incas to what it is today. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Xima Cusco 3-4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Aranwa Cusco Boutique 5* (local category 5*) or similar (deluxe room) Day 08 – Friday Cusco – Puno/ Approx. 390 km ü Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ü Overland transfer Cusco/Puno – on shared basis A full day bus tour from Cusco to Puno leads through the Peruvian highland along snow-covered peaks of the Andes, small villages and reaches its highest point in La Raya at 4.300m above sea level. On route you will visit the town of Andahuaylillas, the ruins of Racchi and the small town of Pucara. Lunch in a typical restaurant en route is included. Upon arrival in Puno transfer to your hotel. **Remark: The full day transfer is shared with international travellers and accompanied by a bilingual English/Spanish speaking guide. Puno – The beauty and charm of Puno town is made up by its habitants’ kind personality and by its mixture of typical Andean architecture that is to be found all way down from the sides of the hills until the bank of the Titicaca Lake. Its archaeological, cultural and architectural variety and richness owes Puno to the fact that it once has been inhabited by three different civilizations on the banks of the Titicaca Lake: Aymara, Quechua and Spanish. This multicultural origin has created a mestizo race that is also found in their artistic and cultural expression and especially in an incomparable folklore which is second to none and has made Puno the “Folklore Capital of Peru”. But the main attraction of Puno is the Titicaca Lake, a must for any visitor. The Sacred Lake of the Incas is one of the most enigmatic places in the world. It is the highest navigable lake and combines beautiful sights, culture and history. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Lake Titicaca 3* (local category 3*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel GHL Lago Titicaca 4* (local category 5*) or similar (superior room) ü Meals: Breakfast, Lunch ü Full day excursion Uros & Taquile including lunch – on shared basis After visiting the Uros Islands we will continue by boat to Taquile Island. There are no roads or electricity in Taquile and the locals have maintained their traditions and culture and many still wear traditional dresses. The Taquileños are known for their high-quality handicrafts, especially for the knitting, which is exclusively performed by males. In the main square there is a cooperative shop, selling woollen goods and hand-woven items, as well as a small church. **Remark: from 01 to 07 participants the boat is shared with other international travellers. From 08 participants, a separate boat is available for the group. A typical lunch on Taquile Island is included. Standard: Overnight at Hotel Lake Titicaca 3* (local category 3*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel GHL Lago Titicaca 4* (local category 5*) or similar (superior room) ü Transfer to Juliaca airport ü Flight Juliaca – Lima (not included) ü Transfer airport - hotel Transfer from the hotel to the airport of Juliaca. Flight to Lima and upon arrival transfer to the hotel. Or Optional: Visit of Waterpark and dinner at Café del Museo (5h) Or Optional: Visit of Barranco district (3h) Overnight at Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores 4* (local category 4*) or similar (standard room) Superior: Overnight at Hotel Casa Andina Premium Miraflores 4* (local category 5*) or similar (superior room) Day 11 – Monday Lima/ Approx. 22 km ü Meals: Breakfast ü Transfer hotel – airport Transfer from the hotel to the airport. End of our
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with accommodation in (room) Double Single* Seat-in-coach rates from 2 pax on: Valid from January until November 2026: Standard hotels per person $1999 $2489 Superior hotels per person $2379 $3219
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$679 per person incl. Q-tax and national airport tax* *REFERENTIAL RATE ONLY, SUBJECT TO CHANGES! Attention: · We do not hold any flight allotment for these flights. Ticket issuance will therefore usually take place promptly after receipt of booking. After issuance the tickets are non-refundable! · In order to issue the tickets complete passport details might be needed.
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