Welcome to Lima. We invite you to discover the unequaled marvels of the land of the Incas, the rich heritage they left, the amazing landscapes of Altiplano as well as the colonial past of Peru and the life of nowadays. Upon your arrival to Lima, your private guide will welcome you at the airport and will take you to your hotel. Later you will start to discover the capital of contrasts with your guide. The Kennedy Park located in the residential district of Miraflores is the best place for your leisure in Lima. The Barranco district will be for you a nice opportunity to discover the bohemian life of the capital. The historical center of Lima will give you the possibility to admire the colonial heritage left by the Spanish conquistadors. Your guide will be always at your disposal to make you discover the capital according to your points of interest. Overnight in Lima.

In the morning, you will take the flight with your guide to reach the ''white city'' of Arequipa. Here you will have the opportunity to travel back in time to 16th century and admire this exceptional example of the colonial settlement of Spanish conquistadors. Arequipa is well known also for its Museo Santuarios Andinos, sheltering the famous Inca mummy of ''Juanita''. Your guide will give you all necessary explanations about this Inca girl and the importance of the discovery of a mummy dating back to the XV century. Later you can stroll through the alleys around the historical Plaza de Armas which are particularly pleasant. You will conclude your day by spending your night in a charming colonial house of XVIII century if you want to feel immersed in the colonial atmosphere of Arequipa. Overnight in Arequipa.

What makes Arequipa so appealing? Today your guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to discover the convent of Santa Catalina, a real city in the city. One of the most interesting features of this monument is that everything here has remained the same since the 16th century. The only thing that has been changed after the independence of Peru, is the life of the local nun's inside the convent. How was their life some centuries ago and how they live today, discover it with your guide. After lunch, you will discover also the mummy of Juanita, being the most important exhibit of the Museo Santuarios Andinos. Was the mummification practiced by the Incas only, or this practice existed even before? You will learn about it during your visit. You will have free time at your leisure in the evening. Overnight in Arequipa.

Besides the heritage left by the conquistadors and the Inca Empire, Peru has to offer to its visitors different natural marvels, such as the amazing Canyon del Colca. Today you will enjoy the beautiful landscapes that it offers. Along the way to the canyon, you will cross the Reserva de Salinas y Aguada Blanca. This reserve also 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. In Chivay you will meet rural people who come to sell their crops and crafts in the small village market. After lunch, we will organize an excursion to the pre-Inca ruins of the archaeological site of Uyo Uyo, located in Yanque, certainly a destination out off the beaten path. Overnight in Yanque.

Today we suggest you to admire the breathtaking landscapes of Colca Canyon, by making a hiking. You will start your day by visiting the Cruz del Condor, from where a breathtaking view on the canyon opens and where you will be able to observe the majestic condors of the Andes hovering over the canyon. Later, you will go to the village of Cabanaconde, located at 3300 meters above sea level. This village is a starting point for various excursions organized to discover unique landscapes of the canyon. Please note, you must be in good physical condition for a trekking there as the road is often very steep and you have to take into account important altitude difference (more than 1000 meters) and the lack of oxygen which makes efforts more difficult. Thus, we will organize an excursion to the village of Sangalle, also known as Oasis of Sangalle (approximate duration of the hike 5-6 hours). In Sangalle you can relax in the spring water pools, have lunch before heading back to Cabanaconde. On your return to Cabanaconde, your guide-driver will drive you back to Yanque. Overnight in Yanque.

When we talk about Peru, we immediately associate it with the Incas, their famous Machu Picchu and the lamas, the iconic animals of Peru. However, many travelers visit Peru to discover also the mystical Lake Titicaca. Today your guide will take you to Puno, considered as the cradle of the Inca civilization and the folkloric capital of Peru but mainly famous for its geographical position on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world (3812 m). On the way, always crossing the Reserva of Salinas y Aguada Blanca, once again you will have an opportunity to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the Andean Cordillera and its typical fauna. Then you will arrive in Puno where you will have free time to relaxation in your hotel and acclimatization. Overnight in Puno.

By visiting the mythical Lake Titicaca, you will have the opportunity to explore its most picturesque islands: Uros and Taquile and to discover their inhabitants and the local life. At 7:00 AM your guide-driver will take you to the port to take the ''Titicaca Express '' boat for the island of Taquile (duration of the boat trip about 1 hour). You will explore the less touristic part of the island where Peruvian traditions are even less affected by modernity. Then, you will hike on a pre-Inca trail crossing unique landscapes of the island and visiting local families mainly involved in weaving. We will then take the boat back to the peninsula of Capachica, a picturesque destination off the beaten path where you will be welcomed by a small community to learn about their traditions and have a chance to immerse in their daily lives. You can attend the preparation of the "Pachamanca", one of the main dishes of Peruvian cuisine prepared with the traditional method in buried ovens. Later, you will take the boat to go to the floating islands of Uros. The Uros are the descendants of one of the oldest cultures of South America. Finally, you will return to Puno between 16:00 and 17:00 and you will have free time for your leisure. Overnight in Puno.

Today, we will take the road to Sicuani, a stopover town between Puno and Cusco. Along the way you will make various interesting visits. Our first stop will be the pre-Inca archaeological site of Sillustani. It is an old necropolis located at an altitude of more than 4000m. The tombs are built as round or square towers and are better known as Chullpas of Sillustani. Was there any special reason to build the tombs in these forms? Your guide will be happy to give you all necessary explanations. Then we will go to the archaeological complex of Pukara, a 3800 year old site from Pukara culture located at the foot of the mountain offering a beautiful view on the valley. We will continue our route crossing the La Raya Pass with its magnificent landscapes before reaching Sicuani. Overnight in Sicuani.

Cusco, the famous capital of the Incas, has never been so close. Today your private guide will take you there. Along the way you will make a stop in the small town of Andahuaylillas to discover San Pedro church built in the 16th century by the Jesuits. What this church is famous for and why it’s often compared with the Sistine Chapel? Explore it with your guide to get the answers. The last stop before to reach Cusco will be the archeological site of Pikillaqta from Wari culture (pre-Inca civilization). Here you will have the opportunity to learn about the different religious rituals that were practiced from VI to XI centuries. Later, we will reach our final destination, the city of Cusco, located at 3400m above sea level, best known for its important archaeological remains located in the outskirts of the city. In Cusco, there are still original walls dating back to the time of the Incas, on which the Spanish constructions were built. In the late afternoon, you will have free time to walk in the historical center of Cusco, before your guide takes you for a tour the following day. Overnight in Cusco.

Today your guide will make you discover ''the center of the earth'' and will explain you why Cusco was of great importance for the Incas. Start exploring Cusco by visiting the Plaza de Armas with its Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption dating back to the 16th century. Then your guide will take you to visit Coricancha (the ancient Temple of the Sun), which was the most sacred place for the Incas. The temple was completely demolished by the Spanish but there is still the Inca base of the construction on which the convent Santo Domingo was built in the 17th century. Walking through the narrow streets of Cusco, you can also admire pretty colonial houses with carved wooden balconies and of course pass by the famous Hatun Rumiyoc street known in particular for its perfectly preserved Inca foundations and the extraordinary stone with 12 angles. Being located in a seismic zone, the buildings of that time were designed to ensure a better stability. After lunch, you will discover the four archeological sites of Cusco which illustrates perfectly the cults, the traditions, the rituals as well as the architectural genius of the Incas. You will start by visiting Tambomachay, devoted to the water cult. The site consists of a series of aqueducts, canals and various cascades of water that flow along the rocks. From the main waterfall, the Incas made two cascades of exactly the same size: if we put two identical bottles, they would be filled simultaneously. Here, at the time of the Incas, there were royal gardens which were irrigated with a complex system of channels specially created for this purpose. The next site will be Puka Pukara, with the ruins of a military fortress from the Inca period. We will then continue to Qenko, another ritual center of the Inca period, where sacrifices and mummification took place. The last step will be the Sacsayhuaman which always surprises by its construction with its huge blocks of stone ideally superimposed into the natural landscape. Overnight in Cusco.

Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley of the Incas consist the main circle for those who want to immerse themselves in the mystical world of the Incas. Certainly the different archeological remains found in different cities of Peru make prove of the architectural genius of the Incas. However the famous citadel of Machu Picchu still remains the architectural jewel of the Inca Empire. Today you will have the opportunity to discover the mystical Incan citadel of the 15th century, also called “lost city”, located on a rocky promontory, in the Andes. Your journey will be much more pleasant on board of the luxury Hiram Bingham train which is designed for the most demanding visitors and provides all the necessary amenities for a comfortable trip. Once on the spot, your guide will help you to better understand the history and purpose of the construction of Machu Picchu and he will uncover the best-kept secrets of the monument for you. In the evening you will return to Cusco by the same train full of magical emotions. Overnight in Cusco.

One of the most spectacular landscapes will be offered to you today. You will make a hiking to discover the famous Rainbow Mountain, situated in the Andes of Peru which creates a landscape of 7 stunning colors. The mountain has been discovered only in 2015, which makes it a relatively less explored destination. The hiking time will be around 2 hours for the round trip. On the way you can see South American camelids like llamas, guanacos and alpacas. Once you are on the spot, you will admire the truly unique landscapes of this multicolored mountains whose colors are completely of native origin. Later, you will return to Cusco where you can relax in your hotel. Overnight in Cusco.

The Sacred Valley of the Incas will offer you another opportunity to learn more about the Inca’s history and their lifestyle. The Urubamba Valley was sacred for the Incas, because everything grows there! Up today the Sacred Valley is valued for its geographic and climatic characteristics. The Sacred Valley of the Incas is well known for its impressive Inca ruins, amazing landscapes, charming small villages and especially for its vast agricultural terraces, used until today. Your guide will explain you everything about the amazing features of these terraces and their irrigation system. Ollantaytambo is one of towns in the mysterious Sacred Valley of the Incas that you will explore with your guide to discover its typical charm and unique atmosphere, to discover the local lifestyle and meet Peruvians walking their lama. Here you will explore also the ruins of Ollantaytambo fortress with its famous wall of 6 monoliths, the Temple of the Sun and the baths, gazing out at the spectacular view on the Valley. Overnight in Ollantaytambo.

This morning enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before taking the road to Cusco Airport. On the way, you will make a stop at Chinchero, a small charming village whose inhabitants still wear their colorful traditional clothes. With these colorful notes you will conclude your tour and you will arrive to Cusco Airport for departure flight.