Peruvian Triangle of the South

per person

Feel energy flow through your body with every step taken over the hallowed grounds of Peru. Your ten-day journey begins in the Peruvian capital, Lima also the gastronomic capital of the Americas before we traverse south to the iconic white city Arequipa. Each day has the chance for new discoveries with available hikes, a hot springs visit. Finally, you can bask in the awe-inspiring beauty of Machu Picchu through an intentionally paced tour. As you absorb the mysterious power of these ancient ruins, you’ll head home with a renewed lift in your step.

10 Days

10+ Age

Vacation

Destination

Machu Picchu
Departure

Lima
Dress Code

Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat and warm jacket.
Included

Meals
Not Included

Accommondation

Bi-lingual Guide

Entrance Tickets

Transportation

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Day 1: WELCOME TO PERU!

Arrival to Lima’s international airport. Reception and transfer to selected hotel. Check in and overnight. Check in: 2 pm.

Day 2: LIMA - AREQUIPA CITY TOUR + STA. CATALINA

We start a three hour sightseeing tour including the Santa Catalina Convent that was founded on the second of October in 1580 and has an extension of 20000 square meters and was constructed in the second half of the XVIth Century. The Convent, in which there are still nuns living in cloisters, is a walled small city with narrow streets, passages, stair cases and small squares. Then we will visit the Plaza de Armas the Jesuit Church of La Compañía and its beautifully-painted Chapel, the Church of San Francisco, the San Lazaro District, Selva Alegre and the typical Districts of Cayma and Yanahuara for a magnificent view of the Misti Volcano. Return to the hotel.

Day 03: AREQUIPA - COLCA CANYON

Early in the morning, after breakfast, departure by land on your excursion towards the Colca Valley driving across Pampa Cañahuas at the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, habitat of herds of Vicuñas and stopping at the Mirador de los Andes, the Crater of Chucura, the Mirador de Chivay, where beautiful pre-Columbian terraces still being cultivated by native Collaguas can be observed. The highest point of the road is at 4350 m.a.s.l.. Arrival to the Town of Chivay at 13:00hrs. approx. Transfer to your selected Lodge.In the afternoon free time to visit Hot Spring Thermal and Medicinal Baths.

Day 04: Colca Canyon - Condor's Pass - Puno

Breakfast at Hotel. Early in the morning departure to the "Condor's Cross" from where the great Andean bird, the Condor, may be spotted flying in circles above still farmed green pre-Hispanic terraces. Enjoy the impressive panorama of the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest in the World (3,180 mts.). On the way back to Chivay, visit to the Mirador of Chinina, where we will find the famous Hanging Tombs and the Hanging Bridge of Sifón that joins the Town of Yanque with Coporaque. At the Town of Yanque, visit its beautiful church and its characteristic cobbled stone streets among other attractions. To have spectacular views of the Colca Valley, we will drive to the observation points of Choquetipo and Artahuilque and also to the Town of Maca. Afternoon after short rest, departure to the City of Puno, arriving at 18:00hrs. approx. Overnight at selected hotel.

Day 05: PUNO – TITICAKA LAKE – PUNO

Early in the morning, we take a two-hour motor boat excursion on the waters of Lake Titicaca to the unique Floating "Islands" of the Uros. These ancient inhabitants of the lake, known as the Water Tribe, have built their own "islands" by periodically adding new layers of a type of reed unique to the area called "Totora". Their homes and boats are also made from this material. We continue our motorboat trip to Taquile Island, inhabited by Quechua-speaking natives who have developed efficient and unique social systems, as well as fine hand weaving techniques, down through the generations. Upon arrival at the Town of Taquile we will have a lunch. Then we will walk through the various hills and archaeological sites of this 6km long island. In the afternoon, return to Puno for overnight at selected hotel.

Day 06: PUNO - CUSCO BY PULLMAN BUS

Our trip lasts around 8 hours and we will enjoy 4 guided visits to the turistic places of this zone. Visiting the temple of Andahuaylillas or Capilla Sextina of America, the inca temple of Raqchi, la Raya at 4335 m.a.s.l. and the inka aymara museum of Pukara. Each visit lasts from 20 to 40 minutes, the tourist will able to enquire about any doubt , take pictures and walk around , making this tour very pleasent. Tipic Buffet Lunch: Prepared with andean supplies , you will enjoy the delightful Tipic meals, the varity of the international Novo Andina dishes served in a confortable restaurant.

Day 07: CUSCO CITY TOUR + 4 NEARBY RUINS

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport to board a regular flight to Cusco. Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. Morning free to acclimatize to the altitude . In the afternoon city tour Visiting to the most attractive places in the city and naturally the four most important nearby ruins: Qenqo, one of the finest examples of a rock artfully carved on site showing complex patterns of steps, seats, geometric relief and a puma design. Puca Pukara, situated on a hill with superb views over the surrounding countryside Puca Pucara was more likely a tambo. Tambomachay, commonly referred to as the 'Baños del Inca' or Inca baths, Tambomachay was a site for ritual bathing and Sacsayhuaman, Inca fortress, which visitors cannot fail to be impressed by the beauty and monumental scale of this important Inca construction. Return to the hotel and lodgment.

Day 08: CUSCO SACRED VALLEY – PISAC MARKET/OLLANTA - CUSCO

Breakfast at hotel. Full-day excursion to the "Sacred Valley of the Incas", by the Vilcanota River. We will have the opportunity to share closely the peasants' customs and bargain with vendors at the typical Indian market of Pisac, held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Lunch in a local countryside restaurant. After lunch, passing through the Towns of Calca and Urubamba, we visit the Inca Fortress and Citadel of Ollantaytambo, built to guard the entrance to this part of the Valley, and protect it from possible invasion from the tribes in the Lower jungle. The Fortress consists of a series of stepped carved stone terraces accessed by long staircases. Later on you can walk through the quaint streets of the nearby Town, and get a good idea of what this Strategic Military, Religious, and Agricultural Centre was like during the era of the Inca Empire. On our way back to Cusco we stop of at the picturesque Andean Village of Chincheros where the ruins of the Royal Hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui lie. You can admire the well preserved Inca Wall in the Main Square, and visit the beautiful Colonial temple built on Inca foundations, with interesting frescoes in the portico. Overnight in your selected hotel in Cusco.

Day 09: CUSCO - MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO

Breakfast at Hotel. The day starts with an early morning rise to transfer to Train Station for a three hour train journey to the famous Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas", one of the best known examples of surviving Inca architecture. Arrive at Aguas Calientes Station followed by a 30-minute bus drive, climbing 6km of winding road, to the marvelous Citadel. Upon arrival, you will participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the sacred sun dial (the most important preserved Intihuatana), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. After the tour you'll have time to stroll around the Archaeological Site at your leisure. Lunch at a local restaurant and a late afternoon return to Cusco. Overnight in your selected hotel in Cusco.

Day 10: Cusco - Lima

Breakfast at Hotel. At convenient hour transfer to the airport and departure to Lima. Arrival and connection for the international flight and return to your country. Check out 10.00am.