Your private guide will meet you upon your arrival at Lima airport to start your tour in the land of the Incas. Your arrival to Lima will give you the possibility to go up in altitude gradually. Hence, you will soak up the colonial past of Peru before to discover the Inca civilization masterpieces. According to your preferences, you can explore the historical center of Lima, you can wander in Barranco district to discover the bohemian atmosphere of the capital or just relax in the famous Kennedy Park located in the heart of the Miraflores district. Your guide will be always at your disposal whatever you want to do. Overnight in Lima.

The next step of your trip will be Arequipa, another exceptional example of the colonial settlement of Spanish conquistadors. You will reach Arequipa by flight from Lima. Upon your arrival, you will have free time to walk in the historic center of the city. The streets and alleys around Plaza de Armas are particularly pleasant. The visit of Arequipa will give you the opportunity to travel back in time to XVI century and admire religious citadel of Santa Catalina, which is actually remained intact. For the overnight, you will offer you the possibility to spend it in a colonial house of XVIII century to make your experience more pleasant. Overnight in Arequipa.

Having discovered the colonial heritage of Lima and Arequipa, you will take the road to the Canyon del Colca, to discover also the amazing landscapes that offers Peru. Along the way we will cross the Reserva de Salinas y Aguada Blanca. This reserve offers breathtaking landscapes nestled in the middle of snow-covered volcanoes. On the way you will have the opportunity to stop and see herds of alpacas and the famous vicuñas whose wool is the sweetest and most expensive in Peru. It only gives 300 grams of wool per year. Later, we will arrive to Chivay, one of the typical villages along the Colca Canyon where you will meet rural people who come to sell their crops and crafts in the small village market. You will spend the night in traditional bungalows, with ambient interiors echoing the natural beauty of the Andes. Overnight in Yanque.

Today we will take the road to Sicuani, a stopover town between Canyon del Colca and Cusco. But first, your guide will take you to the Cruz del Condor, from where you can have a breathtaking view on the Colca canyon and observe the Andean condors hovering over the canyon. On the way to Sicuani, always crossing the Reserva de Salinas y Aguada Blanca, you will admire different species of birds as well as mammals. You will have the opportunity to spot flamingos, deer etc. Other magnificent landscapes will be reserved for you crossing the La Raya pass, before reaching Sicuani in the evening. Overnight in Sicuani.

Today you will finally reach one of the most beautiful cities of Peru, the capital of the Incas, Cusco. This amazing city will perfectly illustrate the rich heritage of the Incas. Here you will admire not only their architectural jewels but also you will learn about the customs and traditions of this ancient civilization. Your private guide will help you to uncover different strange aspects of the mysterious world of the Incas, their beliefs and their lifestyle. You will stroll through the narrow streets of Cusco, especially in San Blas Neighborhood. You will admire it’s perfectly preserved Inca foundations and extraordinary stone with 12 angles. Later you will have the opportunity to spend the night in a former nun's convent turned into a charming hotel built on Inca foundations. Overnight in Cusco.

Why the Incas were making holes in the skulls of living people? Why they practiced cannibalism and why the children were sacrificed to the Sun God? Today you will explore the four archeological sites near Cusco and your guide will clarify all these questions. You will learn about the cults of the Incas by visiting Tambomachay. You will get more information about the sacrifices and mummification exploring Qenko. Surely, you will appreciate the architectural genius of the Incas by visiting the impressive citadel of Sacsayhuaman. Later you will have free time for your leisure. Your guide will be of course at your disposal, in case you would like to make any additional sightseeing. Overnight in Cusco.

Was it the last city of the Incas where they fought against the Spanish conquistadors or just a royal palace? Whatever it was, it will always remain the crowning achievement of the Incan civilization. The incredible Machu Picchu, built on a rocky promontory in 15th century, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the wonders of the world still full of mysteries. Today, you will take the luxury train named after the American explorer Hiram Bingham who discovered Machu Picchu in 1911 and you will reach this amazing architectural jewel. Once you are on the spot, your private guide will welcome you there to make you uncover its best-kept secrets. In the evening you will take again the elegant Hiram Bingham train to come back to Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.

Today you will explore the cradle of the Inca Empire, the mysterious Sacred Valley. Why it was considered as sacred for the Incas and for what it was valued? Explore it with your private guide to find all the answers. The Sacred Valley of the Incas is well known for its impressive Inca ruins, amazing landscapes, charming small villages and vast agricultural terraces. Wander in Chinchero along the way, a small pleasant village famous for its textile manufacturing whose inhabitants still wear their colorful traditional clothes. The village is also known for its agricultural terraces, dating back to the time of the Incas, used until today. Later, you will reach Ollantaytambo, one of the famous cities of the Sacred Valley. Here you will not only discover the ruins of Ollantaytambo fortress with its famous wall of 6 monoliths, the Temple of the Sun and the baths, but you will feel the typical charm and unique atmosphere of the city where you will surely meet Peruvians walking their lama, these iconic animals of Peru. Overnight in Ollantaytambo.

TToday your private guide will take you back to Cusco, from where you will take your homebound flight. According to your flight schedule, your guide will be happy to make you discover also Maras and Moray on the way to Cusco Airport, two other witnesses of the genius of the Incas that you will surely appreciate. Moray is famous for its circular agricultural terraces from the time of the Inca civilization. Stimulating up to 20 different types of microclimates, the conception of these terraces demonstrate the incredible scientific thinking of the Incas. As to the thousands of salines of Maras, they are used since the time of the Incas until today for obtaining the salt. Later, you will arrive to Cusco airport for your departure flight.