Days 1 and 2: Welcome to Lima
Once you arrive in Lima your driver will be waiting to greet passengers at airports and drive you to your hotel by private vehicle. You will be staying in a standard room The Jose Antoni Lima Hotel
Day 2: The City of Kings, Lima
The first stop on our trip to Lima includes Huaca Pucllana, a huge ancient site located in Miraflores that is considered to be one of the city's most renowned areas. The Lima culture developed along this region of the Peruvian coast between 200 AD to 700 AD. Huaca Pucllana was an important location for ceremonial and political. This sacred spot is comprised of seven platforms, which are separated from one the other. There's a square, and large walls surrounding the outside. It's a stunning location, it's not the typical spot you'd find in the bustling city of Miraflores!We'll take a drive to the historical central area of Lima and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, after you and your guide in monolingual have visited Huaca Pucllana. The main square in Lima is, Plaza de Armas, with beautiful structures from the colonial and Republican period. A lot of these structures have gorgeous wooden staircases. These include: The Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima The Archbishop's Palace in Lima and Lima's Municipal Palace, the Municipal Palace, and the Palace of the Union are among the most significant structures in Peru. They all are located close to the square. The building took 1649 years to complete the construction of Lima's Cathedral of Lima, which we'll see. It's an enormous structure that has 14 churches on its sides, and a huge room in the center. We'll take a look at the statues as well as drawings inside. It is also the tomb site of conqueror Francisco Pizarro is also in the church.The next destination will be that of the Convent of Santo Domingo, located a few blocks away. It is among the most important churches in Peru. It was built in the 1530s, and completed in 1766. The towering bell is an iconic landmark in the city's historical centre Lima. While walking through the interior of the convent we'll be able to see the gorgeous Sevillian Azulejos (ceramic tiles) which were erected in these walls in 1604 and 1606. There's also the works of around 1608 which depict different aspects from the lives of saint Dominic who established the Dominican order in 1604. The tour will return to your hotel when the tour has ended. Spend overnight in one of the standard rooms located at Jose Antoni Lima Hotel
Day 3: Welcome to the Valley of the Sacred Word
You will be met by a driver from the hotel, and then taken to the airport where your flight to Cusco departs at. Once you arrive in Cusco the guide will be waiting to greet you and drive your to Sacred Valley. We'll make a brief stop in Chincero. Chincero is a adorable little villages where one can lose themselves within The Peruvian Andes. Around 50 people live there, working on farms and weaving textiles. The men run the farm, and those who make the textiles. To reach the Sacred Valley of the Incas it is necessary to travel through rough and hilly terrains with stunning views of roads that are lined with farms and tiny towns. You can witness the real Peruvian teach you how to weave clothes using natural dyed alpaca wool it is an ancient Andean practice. Surprised, the vibrant colors are derived from dyes created from plants, rocks and even animals. It is possible to look around the structure and purchase items from the exquisite fabric and other items in the vicinity. It is possible to speak to locals and discuss the price of the items and help you be a part of the community. You can stay the night in a standard-sized room in Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay.
Day 4: See the Sacred Valley all day
At 9:15 a.m. We'll meet you at the location of your accommodation in Urubamba and take you to the sacred Urubamba River along with the charming Pisac town. Pisac. We'll visit the bustling tradition-based market of Pisac which is where visitors can peruse the variety of handmade goods as well as other items to be bought and brought home. We'll be there for around one hour, before heading up to the ruin of Pisac located perched on a hill at lower end of the valley. We'll look over the massive ruins of the Pisac historic site and take in the beautiful view across the valley. The tour will take you through the site by a guide who will take you through Inca shrines as well as tunnels, carvings caves, as well as the famous Intihuatana Also called"the "hitching post of the sun." The tour is expected to last around 90 minutes and will include time to ask questions. If you'd prefer to spend more time at the market in Pisac rather than in the ruins, you may talk with your guide about a meeting with other members of the group as they return to the market after seeing the ruin.The next step is to proceed to Urubamba and will stop for lunch for around 45 minutes to pay for it by ourselves. We'll reach the gorgeous Inca town and the historical location of Ollantaytambo after a drive of 30 minutes. The Inca Emperor Pachacuti was the owner of Ollantaytambo in his toiling home. He seized the territory and developed the town as places for celebrations. We'll spend around an hour exploring these incredible locations. We'll be able to see the stunning Temple of the Sun and massive rocks that were carved into a perfect shape by skilled Inca stonemasons. Ollantaytambo is also a wonderful illustration of how the Incas constructed farms and controlled the flow of water. It's a complex network that includes stone water fountains as well as channels and agricultural platforms constructed through elevations to create distinct microclimates in which different crops could be evaluated. We'll have a better understanding of the size of the system of water is when we go back to town. The Incas constructed water canals that were swiftly flowing that are still being used. While walking to the square in Ollantaytambo, we'll be able to enjoy stunning views of the ruin above us as well as Inca storehouses and granaries that were built into rock sides nearby.It is also possible to observe how the people of Ollantaytambo go about their day-to-day lives. The majority of the residents here wear traditional clothing. We'll drive to Chinchero following Ollantaytambo and spend around 30 minutes in Chinchero, taking in Chinchero's famous church as well as the enormous Inca stone wall that is located in the main plaza, which features 10 rectangular openings. The colonial church however was constructed on remains of an Inca temple or house around the time of the early 1700s. The church is decorated with beautiful designs of holy and floral flowers throughout interior walls. The inhabitants of Chinchero are firmly rooted in their traditional customs and a lot of them wear bright clothing that has indigenous or Spanish styles. You can also enjoy stunning views from Chinchero as Chinchero is surrounded by the stunning and snow-capped peaks of Chicon along with Veronica. This is the final part of our journey through The Sacred Valley. We'll head back to Urubamba and transfer you to the hotel. Spend overnight in a standard hotel room located at Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay.
Day 5: Maras and Moray for one-half of the day
Once you arrive at Moray and meet your guide, they will guide you through the three affluent buildings that appear to be amphitheatres. It is believed that these slopes, designed like bowls and made into a circular shape they were used to test various crops and to determine the most suitable conditions to grow the crops. This is a stunning view that shows just how intelligent this Inca Empire was. After we've visited Moray and Moray, we'll visit Maras located just 2 miles from Moray. The stunning salt evaporation ponds were utilized by the Incas as well as people who lived prior to the time of the Incas. The mountain's slope is divided into more than three thousand salt pools. The pools contain the extremely salty waters that flow from a source in the mountain. This water eventually ends up in ponds, and it slowly evaporates leaving just the salt. The salt is collected by all and is used for making sal de Maras which is a red table salt. From above the salt ponds appear like they're covered in snow or the ice. It's stunning to see. This is the final destination on our trip. You're now required to go towards the station in order to take the train towards Aguas Calientes. The following day, you'll need to rise early and we'll ensure you're ready to leave your hotel, and ready for your first excursion towards Machu Picchu. Spend for the night in a luxurious accommodation at Hatun Inti Boutique Machupicchu.
Days 6 and 7: Machu Picchu in All Its Glory!
We'll wake up early so that we can arrive at the fortress in time. In the beginning, you'll enjoy breakfast. Around 5:40 a.m. your guide will collect you from your hotel. We'll then walk to the point where the bus departs, which takes about 45 minutes. We will then go towards the citadel at Machu Picchu. After that, we'll pass through the gates and arrive at Machu Picchu's ancient site. Machu Picchu. This is where the guided walking tour led by an experienced and highly experienced guide will begin. The tour we will take of Machu Picchu is expected to last around two hours and covers all of the most renowned and picturesque areas of the massive historic site. Machu Picchu's House of the Guardian, Intihuatana The Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Plaza, and other significant places are listed in this list. (It will be contingent on the route is chosen by the Ministry of Culture decides on.)When we walk around, we'll enjoy breathtaking views of the deep valleys and mountains which are around Machu Picchu from the terraced fields. After our excursion to Machu Picchu it's time to return by bus to Aguas Calientes where you can unwind and have the lunch (not not included). After lunch, we'll board the train for a return trip towards Poroy or Cusco. When you return to Poroy station, our crew will be waiting to transport them back to the hotel you stayed at in Cusco. The journey will take around 25 minutes, and you'll recall your unforgettable trip to one of the most well-known and stunning attractions. You can stay overnight in a standard hotel room in the Hotel Costa Del Sol Wyndham Cusco.
Day 7: See the City of Cusco
It is our first stop of the Cusco sightseeing tour. It's the gorgeous Koricancha located close and to Santo Domingo Church. The people writing about the period just after Spain was able to take over the Inca Empire declare that Koricancha was the most sacred and significant temple of the empire. It was decorated with gold walls, as well as life-sized statues and animals and plants made of pure silver and gold which were displayed in the halls and rooms. The Spanish conquistadors stole all the wealth and it's a shame. However, it's an amazing temple as well as your tour guide can point out some of the Koricancha which you could overlook if not for an expert guide. We'll visit Cusco Cathedral. Cusco Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Armas, after visiting the Koricancha. The beautiful church was constructed between 1560-1654 on the top of the ruin of an ancient Inca temple. It features many paintings created by artists from the Cusco School of painters and the pulpit and the main altar are covered with gold and silver relief work. If you take a closer look you will also be able to see sacred symbols of the original people who constructed the church. For instance, the entrance doors feature jaguar's head cut into the doors. The stunning Inca castle of Sacsayhuaman situated in the midst of a mountain above Cusco it is the next destination. The finest examples of Inca construction and stonework are on display here. For instance, the walls are constructed of massive stones that were meticulously cut and glued together. There is also stunning views of all in Cusco from this point. We'll ascend down the mountain to visit the Tambomachay Archaeological Complex after we had a look around Sacsayhuaman. It is unclear what the site was used for, however it could be considered an Inca Spa in a way. There are ditches, aqueducts and streams running through the terraced rocks in evidence that the Incas were adept at water engineering.The final point in our sightseeing tour through the city of Tambomachay. We'll then return to Cusco and take you to your hotel in Tambomachay. In the evening, at 19:00, there are a Folklore performance and dinner. For a delicious buffet meal, visit the Tunupa restaurant that is located only three minutes walking distance from the hotel and in the center the Cusco's Plaza de Armas. There are a variety of traditional dishes to pick from, such as seafood, meat, vegetables as well as desserts. Each of them is delicious and delicious. If the traditional dance show commences, the night becomes even more entertaining. Dance to traditional, folk and classical music as well as the quena and charango flute and zampona are among of the most beautiful instruments to hear. You may also be able to share the dance floor with dancers if you'd like to. It's entertaining. Spend for the night in an ordinary room at the Hotel Costa Del Sol Wyndham Cusco.
From Cusco to Puno on Day 8
You'll be picked up from the hotel around 6:30 a.m. after breakfast, and transported to the bus station and then you'll take an excursion that's more of the kind of tour with a tour guide. There will be stops at four different spots:
* Andahuaylillas is also known as"the "Sistine Chapel of South America." The most stunning works of sacred art that is popular in the Andes is this church.
* Raqchi (Wiracocha God Temple) The temple was huge Inca church, 328 feet long and 85 feet wide and 45 feet tall. Two naves are located within the temple, and each includes eleven large columns.In La Raya, which is 14222 feet above sea level You can see an intermediate point in that lies between Cusco Puno and Cusco. Puno. Beautiful scenery can be seen in this area, and you will frequently see Andean animals such as alpaca, the llama and Vicuna. This is also the border between two tribes: those of Quechua along with the Aymara.* Pukara The Pukara area is the most ancient and important location to hold ceremonies in the altiplano. There are tombs that have been built and lights. It'll be about 5pm when we arrive to Puno.
Stay the night in a standard hotel room in the hotel Jose Antonio Puno
Day 9: Floating Islands of Taquile and Uros
We'll pick you up at the hotel you're staying in Puno at around 7:15 a.m. in time for our full day excursion. Then, we'll head to the port and hop on our motor-launch to get to Taquile, the island. Taquile. The traditional methods of living are in full force on Taquile and is considered to be considered to be one of the stunning island in Peru. We'll meet the finest weavers of this ancient Andean community, and their clothing are believed to be some of the finest in the nation. The Incas are believed to have learned how weave from the indigenous people who resided on the island. On Taquile the women spin yarn, and the men stitch. We'll travel by boat on the Peninsula of Chucuito, after seeing the weavers as well as exploring the stunning island. The tour will begin at noon from the tiny port in Taquile. It is located located in the Aymara region in Lake Titicaca, and it illustrates the commonality between and the Peruvian as well as the Bolivian altiplano. We'll travel to Luquina the small rural town that is not often visit, and enjoy an amazing lunch spread at the home of the local fisherman. We will go to the incredible Floating Islands belonging to the Uros people as we prepare heading back to Puno at the end of the afternoon. When we arrive at these floating islands you will be in awe. will surely be awed by the size of these reed structures are. The Uros built the islands as a defense system in case there were an attack they could shift home to more secure island. The totora reeds which grow on the shores of lakes are employed to construct the islands. Every island is constructed because new reeds and reeds is always added to replace the old ones.The experience of being on the islands is quite a treat because the floor of bouncy reeds is a bit numb beneath your feet. We'll go on an exploration of the main island, and visit the reed-constructed homes watchestowers, homes, and other structures. Then an islander will present a brief talk about how the islands were built. Then, you will be able to visit a family from the local area and learn about their lives. After that, we will return to Puno and drive you back to your hotel after visiting some of the Uros islands. Over the course of the night, you will stay in a standard hotel room in the hotel Jose Antonio Puno
From Puno to Lima on Day 10
Breakfast is served and you will be transported by the hotel staff to Juliaca Airport for your trip to Lima.
