The Ancient Inca Lands

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Programme du séjour

• jour 1 :

  Arrival in Lima – Transfer to your hotel

  Welcome to the beautiful city of Lima, the capital of Peru, it was founded on 18th January 1535, by Spanish Conquistador Francisco Pizarro. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred in private transportation to your hotel; the transfer time is 1.5 hours depending on traffic. The rest of the day will be at leisure for you to rest and prepare for your first adventure in Peru.

• jour 2 :

  Lima City Tour; The Colonial & The Modern – Gastronomy Experience

  Early in the morning, we will enjoy our City Tour, we will go to the famous Love Park located in Miraflores, where we will have a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, our guide will lead us on a panoramic visit to the Huaca Pucllana and then visit the city center of Lima. We will visit the Main Square, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, the Cathedral, and the Municipality, and finally, we will visit the Convent of San Francisco where we will discover the mysterious underground passages of the Catacombs of Lima. Emblematic flavors in Latam's coolest neighborhood: During this Lima food tour, you will sample more than 15 Peruvian foods and drinks in one of Lima’s nicest neighborhoods – artsy and bohemian Barranco. You will even have the opportunity to interact with our local hosts to learn how to prepare the famous ceviche and pisco sour. You will learn about all the historical and cultural details behind each dish that you will have the chance to taste during this 4-hour Lima food tour.

• jour 3 :

  Flight from Lima to Arequipa – Half Day Tour

  Upon arrival in Arequipa after your flight from Lima, a guide will greet you at the airport and facilitate your transfer to the Hotel where you will enjoy a good rest. In the afternoon, discover the heart of Arequipa on a half-day tour that begins at the iconic Plaza de Armas, a bustling square surrounded by elegant colonial architecture and dominated by the grand Arequipa Cathedral. As you explore, you'll also visit the nearby attractions that make this area the city's vibrant center, offering a perfect blend of history and culture.

• jour 4 :

  Arequipa to Colca Canyon: Journey to Natural Majesty

  Very early we will begin our adventure to the impressive Colca Valley, passing through the town of Yura, Pampa de Arrieros, Pampa Cañahuas where the National Reserve of Vicuñas of Aguada Blanca is located and we will be able to appreciate the beauty of the landscapes and animals. We will continue the trip passing through Chuccura and Patapampa, visiting the Mirador de los Volcanoes. Upon arrival in Chivay, we will have free time for a short break and have the opportunity to take photos, then visit the town and market of Chivay. Afterward, you return to your beautiful hotel to rest.

• jour 5 :

  Transfer to Puno – Afternoon at leisure in Puno

  Today you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Puno. The coastline outside of Puno is home to the Uros people, who live on floating reed islands made from the totora plant, a thick buoyant reed. Totora is used to make everything from homes and boats to the islands nearly half the size of a football field. The Uros people offer guided tours to their homes and sell traditional handicrafts to supplement their traditional hunting and fishing economy. Numerous other ethnic groups, most notably the Quechua and Taquileños, inhabit several of the other larger islands on the lake, the majority of which have no electricity or paved roads. Visitors are welcome to select homes on this island for home stays. Photographers and naturalists will enjoy seeing some of the many hundreds of aquatic and bird species, many of which are found nowhere else on earth. It's a good idea to take it easy on your first day and get used to the elevation. Drink lots of water and make sure to rest. After arrival, check out some of the town's restaurants and cafés for a fresh and local dining experience.

• jour 6 :

  Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros Floating Island & Taquile Island

  Be sure to fuel up at breakfast this morning: this full-day tour will last around nine hours. Your first stop will be to one of the floating Uros Islands. It is believed that the Uros were one of the first ethnic groups to populate the Andean region. The Uros people live on man-made floating islands, which are constructed out of the totora reeds that grow in abundance around the lake. During your visit to these islands, you'll learn about their everyday life and traditions. After you visit the floating island, you'll head to lunch at a local restaurant on Taquile Island. Quinoa soup, fresh fish caught in the lake, and vegetables are a typical lunchtime meal on Taquile. Afterward, explore the island: it's remained mostly isolated from the outside world until the 1950s, and as a result, Taquileños followed a specific way of life. On the island, decisions are made communally, there are no cars, and there is very little electricity—just how the locals like it. Taquile is also famous for the exquisite weavings created by local artists. Traditionally, the men spin the thread, and the women design and weave each piece. In the evening, walk back to the main dock in Taquile and board a boat back to Puno. Upon arrival in Puno, transfer to your hotel for the evening.

• jour 7 :

  Touristic Bus from Puno to Cusco

  Today, we will be transferred to the bus station for our departure to Cusco. This nice journey shows us the wonderful landscapes that Peru has. We will know the Pukara archaeological complex, its museum, where we will find ceramics and various sculptures. We will reach the highest point of the route known as "La Raya" (4335 MASL) where the famous snow-capped CHIMBOYA is located. We will have lunch in a well-known restaurant in the area. On the way, we stop at Raqchi, also known as the Temple of the God WIRACOCHA and finally, we will arrive at the Chapel of Andahuaylillas, better known as the Sistine Chapel of America, due to its gold-decorated ceiling, we will arrive to Cusco, our transportation will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel.

• jour 8 :

  Day Tour to Valle Sagrado (Pisac Market & Ollantaytambo Fortress)

  Early in the morning, we will begin our journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will visit the popular Pisaq Market, recognized for its quality crafts. Lunch in Urubamba, we will enjoy a walk through the Ollantaytambo fortress. Late in the afternoon, we will return to Cusco for you to rest at your hotel.

• jour 9 :

  Machu Picchu (Hike) – Back to Cusco

  You'll be picked up and transferred to Poroy station, where your train journey to Aguas Calientes will commence. From there, we'll hike to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the 7 Wonders of the World. This magnificent sanctuary was once the retreat of the Inca Pachacutec. After our tour, we'll take the train back to Cusco at the scheduled time.

• jour 10 :

  Flight from Cusco to Lima – Connect with your international Departure

  Today is your last day in Peru! You will be met at your hotel for a transfer to the Cusco Airport, where you will catch your flight back to Lima and then connect to your international departure. ¡Buen Viaje!