Day 1°: Welcome to Lima.
Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative at the airport of Lima.
Afterwards, our driver will transfer you to your hotel located at the residential zone of Miraflores.
Miraflores is an ideal place to stay. With its captivating blend of safety and charm.
You can explore the stunning coastline, indulge in delectable cuisine at trendy restaurants.
The district’s well-maintained streets and friendly atmosphere ensure a secure and enjoyable stay.
Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Miraflores *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Pick up from the airport of Lima and transfer to the hotel.
• Hotel Casa Andina Standard Miraflores*** (Twin standard room)

Day 2°: Flight to the Jungle of Tambopata – Canopy Tower – Posada Amazonas.
At the designated time, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Lima.
Afterwards we will drive towards the Lima Airport.
Once at the airport we will take a plane to the jungle city of Puerto Maldonado.
Upon your arrival in Puerto Maldonado, you will be met by our local guide at the airport.
Once you had met our representative, you will be conducted at our office located ten minutes away from the airport.
At our office, we will pack only the necessary gear for your next few days, leaving the rest of your stuff at the deposit.
Shortly after, we will drive on a dirt road for about 20 kilometers to the local port located in the Community of Infierno.
Later, we will navigate up the river for about 50 minutes to the zone where Posada Amazonas Lodge is situated.
Along the way, you will catch your first glimpse of the Tambopata rainforest, observing lush vegetation and some wildlife.
We will have lunch on board.
Upon arrival at the lodge, our manager will welcome you and brief you on the necessary information and security tips.
Later on, we will do our first jungle excursion. We will visit a Canopy Tower, located some 20 minutes away from the lodge.
The canopy tower is 30 meters high and allows visitors to see a magnificent panorama of the vast rainforest.
Likewise, it is very common to see, parrots, and macaws flying by, so keep your eyes wide open and don’t forget your camera.
Before the sun sets, we will return to the lodge.
By night, visitors will attend a presentation on the Infierno ecotourism project.
Dinner at the lodge. Overnight at the Posada Amazonas ***.

Inclusions:

• Pick up from your hotel in Lima and transfer to the airport.
• Flight tickets from Lima to Puerto Maldonado.
• Pick up at the airport in Puerto Maldonado.
• Transfer in motorized canoe to the jungle lodge.
• Lunch.
• Tour to the Canopy Tower.
• Dinner buffet at the lodge.
• Posada Amazonas Lodge *** (Twin standard room)

Day 3°: Tambopata Reserve.

Shortly after breakfast, (very early), we take a short boat trip towards the Tres Chimbadas Oxbow Lake.
Upon arrival, we will follow a path, walking under towering trees and abundant vegetation until the lake.
Once we reach the lake, we board a catamaran and get around in search of river otters, which are usually seen after dawn.
Besides, we will also spot other wildlife such as caiman, hoatzin, and horned screamers.
After about 2 hours, we return to the Posada Amazonas lodge. Free time to rest at the lodge till lunchtime.
In the afternoon, we will return to the river and take again a short boat ride towards the medicinal garden of Centro Ñape.
Centro Ñape shelters a unique collection of plants that represent the ethnobotany of Tambopata.
At the garden, we will meet a native who will lead us on a trail and shows us the different types of medicinal plants.
Eventually, we will return to Posada Amazonas Lodge. Dinner at the lodge.
Overnight at the Posada Amazonas ***.

Inclusions:

• Early breakfast at the lodge.
• Guided visit to the Oxbow Lake.
• Lunch at the lodge.
• Guided visit to the medicinal garden.
• Dinner at the lodge.
• Posada Amazonas Lodge *** (Twin standard room)

Day 4°: Flight to the city of Cusco.
At the designated time, our guide will lead you down to the river dock where we will take the boat back to Puerto Maldonado.
Depending on airline schedules, your journey back to the city might require dawn departures.
Once in Puerto Maldonado, we will go to our office to pick up your luggage, and finally, we will drop you off at the airport.
Later on we will flight to the Inca capital of Cusco.
Like many Andean cities, Cusco is situated at a high altitude (3300 m) therefore the weather is usually cold.
Upon arrival in Cusco, our guide meets you at the airport and then drives you to the hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Early breakfast at the lodge.
• Transfer to the airport.
• Flight tickets from Puerto Maldonado to the city of Cusco.
• Pick up from the airport of Cusco and transfer to the hotel.
• Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** (Twin standard room)

Day 5°: City Tour of Cusco.
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 structure overlooks the city of Cusco.
Its constructions are amazing, with huge rocks perfectly fitted.
Later on we will visit another important Inca site known as “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 dead.
Afterwards we visit to the archaeological Inca site of “Tambomachay“, a temple dedicated to the God of Water.
After these visits, we will return to Cusco down town to visit “The Temple of Koricancha“.
Koricancha was the most important temple of the Inca Empire.
According to archaeologists it housed over 2000 priests and attendants.
Here religious ceremonies were constant and offerings to the Gods and the Inca’s ancestors were made each day.
Finally we will visit the beautiful “Cathedral of Cusco”.
This enormous Cathedral was built in the XVI.
After our city tour our local guide will drop you off at your hotel. Free evening.
Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

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

Day 6°: Full Day Tour. Chincheros, Moray and Salt Mines of Maras.
08:30 h. Our tour starts right at your hotel in Cusco, our guides will pick you up from there.
The beauty of the landscapes through this route involves amazing snowy mountains and agriculture fields.
Our first visit takes place at the small town of Chinchero, which is located 30 Kms away from the center of Cusco.
Once there, we visit the highlights of Chinchero, such as the Inca Ruins at its main plaza and the textile community.
In addition, we will also visit a little colonial church, which was built over the foundations of an Inca palace.
Later on, we will visit a textile workshop, where Andean women will show us ancient techniques of making textiles.
You will participate in a weaving demonstration and will learn firsthand how weavers turn alpaca wool into fine textiles.
Afterward, we will take our clients to a good local restaurant. After lunch, we head towards the archaeological zone of Moray.
Moray owes its reputation due to a series of gigantic circular terraces, which were probably used as amphitheaters.
On the other hand, others believe Moray was a sort of agricultural greenhouses, used to increase types of crops.
Researchers believe each level offered different climatic conditions that allowed Inca farmers to sow different tubers.
Finally, we will head to the Salt Mines of Maras, which is located a few kilometers away.
As soon as we get in Maras, you will enjoy spectacular views from above, while our vehicle descent into the valley.
Once at the site, we will walk around the pools and will learn how Andean descendants extract the salt.
In addition, the site is highly recommended for photography lovers because of its impressive landscape.
After exploring the salt mines, we return to the city of Cusco.
Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• Entrance fees to all Inca ruins.
• Hotel Casa Andina Standard Cusco *** (Twin standard room)

Day 7°: Sacred Valley of the Incas – Train to Aguas Calientes.
07:30 h. Our Sacred Valley adventure starts right at your hotel in Cusco. Our guide. will pick you up from there.
Along the road, we will stop at the textile center of Awanacancha, a project dedicated to elaborate textiles.
During this short visit, we will see various types of Andean Camels, among them the Vicuñas and Alpacas.
Shortly afterward we head to Pisac, an important Inca citadel located high above the modern Pisac village.
Like many other important Inca buildings, Pisac also houses the Intiwatana, a ritual stone associated with the stars.
Following the itinerary, we walk down to the Pisac Market, which is located nearby.
Around the market, you will find musical instruments, ceramics, and many other handmade products.
Shortly after we visit a typical restaurant, in which we will enjoy good Andean gastronomy.
Finally, we will leave in the direction of the Ruins of Ollantaytambo.
Once at the ruins, we do a private visit to the most important sectors of Ollantaytambo.
After exploring the ruins, we go to the station to take the train to Aguas Calientes.
The train trip offers great natural sceneries, with many staggering views.
Upon arrival, our representative will collect you from the station and then escort you to the hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel Casa Andina Machu Picchu *** or similar.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast buffet at the hotel.
• 07:30 h. Pick up from your hotel in Cusco. Sacred Valley Tour.
• Private Bus transportation. (Group Service)
• 12:30 h. Lunch buffet at the Sacred Valley.
• English speaking guide & All entrance fees.
• 16:00 h. Train tickets to Aguas Calientes.
• 18:00 h. Pick up from the station and transfer to the hotel.
• Hotel Casa Andina Machu Picchu *** (Twin standard room)

Day 8°: Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
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.
After exploring the city, you will have free time to walk around Machu Picchu on your own.
Eventually, we will take the bus down to the village of Aguas Calientes.Free time for lunch.
In Aguas Calientes, you have plenty of restaurant options.
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.
• Entrance fees to Machu Picchu.
• Guided tour in Machu Picchu.
• 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)

Day 9°: Flight to Lima.
At the designated time, you will picked up from the hotel and transfer to the Cusco airport.
The flight to Lima takes about 1.20 hrs.

Inclusions:

• Early breakfast.
• Transfer to the airport of Cusco.
• Flight tickets to the city of Lima.