Andean Discovery

09:00 h. We will do a City Tour, visiting the City’s Highlights located in and around Cusco.
We start off by visiting the huge “Inca Ceremonial Center of Sacsayhuaman“. This enormous Inca structures overlooks the city of Cusco. Later on we will visit “Qenqo“. This is a place with subterranean passages and carved stone channels in a zigzag pattern. In its inner part there is a carved stone table where it is said the Incas mummified their deads. Afterwards we visit to the archaeological Inca site of “Tambomachay“, a temple dedicated to the God of Water.  Following our schedule, we will return to Cusco down town to visit “The Temple of Koricancha“. Koricancha was the most important religious temple of the Inca Empire. Finally we will visit the beautiful “Cathedral of Cusco”. This enormous Cathedral was built in the XVI. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• 09:00 h. City Tour of Cusco + All entrance fees.
• Hotel Casa Andina Classic Cusco *** (Twin standard room)

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.

We’ll collect you from your hotel at 7:30 a.m. for a scenic one-hour journey to Moray. Known as an Inca agricultural laboratory, Moray features impressive circular terraces used for cultivating and experimenting with various crops. You’ll enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of Moray, followed by ample free time to explore the site and capture memorable photos.
Next, we’ll continue to Salineras de Maras for another insightful guided tour. After exploring the salt mines, we’ll return to Cusco, arriving back around 3 pm. The tour concludes with a drop-off in your hotel in Cusco. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• 09:00 h. Tour to Maras & Moray + Entrance fees + Guide.
• Hotel Casa Andina Classic Cusco *** (Twin standard room)

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.

At 07:30 a.m. Our guide meets you at the hotel in Cusco, and then we start the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our first stop is the textile center of Awanacancha, where you’ll see Andean Camels like Vicuñas and Alpacas. Next, we head to Pisac, an Inca citadel featuring the Intiwatana stone and a vibrant market. After exploring Pisac, you will have time for lunch at a typical Andean restaurant before continuing to the Ruins of Ollantaytambo. Following a private visit to the ruins, we’ll board a train to Aguas Calientes, enjoying scenic views along the way. Upon arrival, our representative will escort you to the hotel. Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Machu Picchu *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• 07:30 h. Sacred Valley Tour + All entrance fees + Guide.
• 16:00 h. Train tickets to Aguas Calientes. (Expedition Service)
• 18:00 h. Pick up from the station and transfer to the hotel.
• Hotel Casa Andina Machu Picchu *** (Twin standard room)

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.

06:00 h. After breakfast, our local guide meets you at the hotel lobby. Shortly afterward, we take a tourist bus up to the ruins of Machu Picchu. The bus ride lasts only twenty minutes, but, offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Upon our arrival, our guide will show you the most remarkable sights of Machu Picchu.
Among the buildings, we will visit the Sun Temple, the Solar Clock, the Condor temple and others. Likewise, we also visit the Inti Watana altar, a magnificent spot at the heart of Machu Picchu. Eventually, we will take the bus down to the village of Aguas Calientes.Free time for lunch. Finally, we head to the station to take the train back to Cusco. Upon your arrival in Cusco, our driver picks you up at the station and then drives you to your hotel. Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Early breakfast.
• Bus tickets up to Machu Picchu + Entrance fees + Private Guided tour.
• Bus tickets down to Aguas Calientes village.
• Train tickets back to Cusco. (Expedition Service)
• Pick up from the train station in Cusco and transfer to your hotel.
• Hotel Casa Andina Classic Cusco *** (Twin standard room)

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.

At 06:15 a.m., our representative will pick you up from your Cusco hotel and transfer you to the bus station, from there, we’ll take a special bus that includes various tourist attractions along the route, such as the village of Andahuaylillas, home to a church known as the Sistine Chapel of America, renowned for its colonial-era religious decorations and impressive paintings. We also visit the Inca Ruins of Racchi, believed to be the remains of the Temple of Viracocha, an important Inca deity. After lunch in Sicuani village, we’ll ascend to the highest point of the route, La Raya, at 4335 meters above sea level, for stunning views. Our last stop is the Pukara Museum, showcasing ancient monoliths. Finally, we’ll continue our journey to Puno, where our representative will greet you at the station and transfer you to the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Puno for the overnight stay.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• 06:15 h. Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the bus station.
• 06:45 h. Bus tickets to the city of Puno – Sightseeing on the route.
• Lunch buffet at the little Andean village of Sicuani.
• 17:00 h. Arrival in Puno. Pick up from the bus station and transfer to the hotel.
• Evening at leisure.
• Hotel Casa Andina Standard Puno *** (Twin Standard Room)

07:30 h. Our tour starts at your hotel in Puno; our guide will pick you from there.
Shortly after that, we take you to the local harbor where we board a small motorboat.
First, we visit “The Uros Floating Islands”, a small community that has lived on these reed Islands for decades. During our visit, we will learn with our local guide about their lifestyle, traditions, and beliefs. After strolling around the floating Islands, we continue our boat journey to the “Amantani Island.”
Upon arrival in Amantani, a group of islanders will welcome us to the harbor.
Shortly after that, we join our host family and go up with them to their house.
Late in the afternoon, we will do a short trek towards the summit of a hill known locally as Pachamama. Once at the top, you can appreciate awe-inspiring views of Lake Titicaca.
Soon after sunset, we return to our house where our family will be awaiting us for dinner.
In the evening our group will gather at the local saloon where islanders celebrate a party, accompanied with live music.
Overnight at a family house on the Amantani island.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• Transfer to the harbor + Entrance fees + Guide.
• Meals included (1 Lunch & 1 Dinner)
• Accommodation on Amantani Island at a family house.

Exclusions:

• Extras.

08:00 h. Shortly after breakfast, we will leave towards Taquile, a traditional Quechua speaking community. Once at the harbor of Taquile, we will walk up along a narrow path to the center of the island. Along the way, we will enjoy stunning views, including the Bolivian mountain range. At the top, our local guide will explain about traditional life on Taquile.
Afterward, we visit a workshop where Taquile islanders elaborate beautiful garments, including colorful hats and waistcoats. Later on, you will have free time to walk around, and by noon we meet up for lunch at one local restaurant. Finally, we will descend to the harbor to take our boat back to Puno. Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Puno *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast at the family house. + Visit the Taquile Island.
• 12:30 h. Free time for lunch.
• 14:00 h. Boat trip back to Puno.
• Hotel Casa Andina Standard Puno *** (Twin standard room)

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.

Breakfast buffet at the hotel. At the designated time transfer to the airport. End of our trip Highlights of Peru.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• Transfer to the airport.

Exclusions:

• Meals, extras.