8-Day Complete Peru Adventur: Machu Picchu, Cusco & Sacred Valley

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
LIMA CITY TOUR | COLONIAL DOWNTOWN AREA | MIRAFLORES | HUACA PUCLLANA
5 stops
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Lima
Experience Lima's captivating blend of ancient history, colonial grandeur, and contemporary culture in this comprehensive city exploration. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to modern coastal districts and pre-Columbian pyramids, discover why Lima is South America's cultural capital. Tour Highlights ✓ Time Span: Journey through 1,500 years of history in one day ✓ UNESCO Sites: Explore World Heritage colonial architecture ✓ Cultural Immersion: Experience local markets, plazas, and neighborhoods ✓ Photo Opportunities: Capture stunning colonial balconies and ocean views ✓ Expert Guidance: Professional guide shares Lima's fascinating stories.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
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Upon arrival into Arequipa City, you'll be transferred from the airport to your Hotel Downtown in Arequipa.
Admission ticket free
3
The Monastery of Santa Catalina de Siena, or Convent of Santa Catalina, is a religious tourist complex located in the historic center of Arequipa.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Enjoy a walk around the Main plaza and its arquitecture of the buildings.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Enjoy a View of the great City of arequipa and its volcanos around.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
AREQUIPA CITY TOUR | PLAZA MAYOR | CONVENT OF SANTA CATALINA | YANAHUARA
6 stops
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The Plaza de Armas of Arequipa stands as one of Peru's most beautiful main squares, surrounded by stunning colonial architecture built from gleaming white volcanic stone (sillar). This UNESCO World Heritage site captures the essence of "La Ciudad Blanca" (The White City) and serves as the beating heart of Peru's second-largest city. Architectural Marvels Arequipa Cathedral (Basilica Cathedral) Colonial Masterpiece (1621) Neoclassical Design: Imposing façade spanning entire north side of plaza Twin Bell Towers: Iconic silhouette against Misti Volcano backdrop Interior Treasures: French organ, marble altars, and religious art collection Historical Significance: Rebuilt multiple times due to earthquakes, showcasing resilience.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
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The Plaza de Armas of Arequipa stands as one of Peru's most beautiful main squares, surrounded by stunning colonial architecture built from gleaming white volcanic stone (sillar). This UNESCO World Heritage site captures the essence of "La Ciudad Blanca" (The White City) and serves as the beating heart of Peru's second-largest city. Architectural Marvels Arequipa Cathedral (Basilica Cathedral) Colonial Masterpiece (1621) Neoclassical Design: Imposing façade spanning entire north side of plaza Twin Bell Towers: Iconic silhouette against Misti Volcano backdrop Interior Treasures: French organ, marble altars, and religious art collection Historical Significance: Rebuilt multiple times due to earthquakes, showcasing resilience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Santa Catalina Monastery (Monasterio de Santa Catalina) Overview A stunning 16th-century convent complex that operated as a "city within a city" for over 400 years. This remarkably preserved colonial treasure showcases the cloistered life of Spanish nuns in colonial Peru. Highlights Colorful Streets: Vibrant orange, blue, and ochre painted walls creating photogenic alleys Colonial Architecture: Original sillar stone construction with Mudéjar influences Living History: Still home to Domincan nuns in the northern section Art Collection: Religious paintings, furniture, and artifacts from colonial period Orange Tree Cloister: Peaceful courtyards with fragrant citrus gardens Sister Ana's Cell: Preserved nun's quarters showing austere religious life Laundry Area: Traditional washing facilities overlooking the city Area: 20,000 square meters (5 acres) Founded: 1579 Visiting Time: 2-3 hours recommended
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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San Camilo Market (Mercado San Camilo) Traditional Market Experience Arequipa's Culinary & Cultural Heart Since 1910 Market Sections Fresh Produce: Exotic Andean fruits, vegetables, and herbs Meat & Seafood: Traditional cuts and coastal fish varieties Spice Vendors: Ají peppers, cumin, and local seasonings Cheese Section: Famous Arequipa cheese varieties Prepared Foods: Traditional breakfast and lunch options Craft Area: Local textiles, pottery, and souvenirs Flower Section: Vibrant displays of local blooms Culinary Highlights Rocoto Relleno Ingredients: Stuffed pepper dish components Chupe de Camarones: River shrimp soup ingredients Local Breads: Traditional bakery sections Chicha de Jora: Fermented corn beverage Queso Helado: Arequipa's famous "cheese ice cream" Location: Historic city center Hours: Early morning to late afternoon Best Experience: Morning visits for freshest products.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Yanahuara District & Carmen Alto Lookout Yanahuara Lookout (Mirador de Yanahuara) Classic Arequipa Postcard View Sillar Stone Arches: Iconic white volcanic stone frames El Misti Views: Perfect volcanic cone framed by colonial architecture Historic Inscriptions: Romantic poems carved in stone arches Traditional Neighborhood: Charming cobblestone streets and colonial houses Church of Yanahuara: Beautiful colonial temple worth exploring Carmen Alto Lookout (Mirador de Carmen Alto) Panoramic City & Mountain Views 360° Perspectives: Complete view of Arequipa and surrounding volcanoes Higher Elevation: Best overall city layout appreciation Sunset Spot: Popular evening destination for photography Traditional Architecture: Examples of sillar stone mansions Local Markets: Small vendors selling crafts and snacks Distance from Center: 2km northwest Best Time: Late afternoon for optimal lighting
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Yanahuara District & Carmen Alto Lookout Yanahuara Lookout (Mirador de Yanahuara) Classic Arequipa Postcard View Sillar Stone Arches: Iconic white volcanic stone frames El Misti Views: Perfect volcanic cone framed by colonial architecture Historic Inscriptions: Romantic poems carved in stone arches Traditional Neighborhood: Charming cobblestone streets and colonial houses Church of Yanahuara: Beautiful colonial temple worth exploring Carmen Alto Lookout (Mirador de Carmen Alto) Panoramic City & Mountain Views 360° Perspectives: Complete view of Arequipa and surrounding volcanoes Higher Elevation: Best overall city layout appreciation Sunset Spot: Popular evening destination for photography Traditional Architecture: Examples of sillar stone mansions Local Markets: Small vendors selling crafts and snacks Distance from Center: 2km northwest Best Time: Late afternoon for optimal lighting.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
COLCA CANYON | CONDORS VIEW | HOTSPRINGS | TRANFER TO PUNO | TITICACA LAKE
6 stops
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Colca Canyon
Colca Canyon: World's Second Deepest Canyon Canyon Overview Natural Wonder & Cultural Landscape Depth: 3,270 meters (10,730 feet) - twice as deep as Grand Canyon Length: 100 kilometers of dramatic river carved terrain Cultural Heritage: Ancient agricultural terraces still in use after 1,000+ years Biodiversity: Home to over 300 bird species and unique high-altitude ecosystems Villages: Traditional Andean communities preserving ancestral customs. Journey Highlights Cross-Andean Adventure Route Route Features Distance: 280 kilometers (4-5 hours scenic drive) Altitude Changes: From 3,600m to 3,800m elevation Landscapes: Transition from canyon terrain to altiplano plains Wildlife Viewing: Vicuñas, alpacas, and high-altitude birds Photo Stops: Multiple scenic overlooks and traditional villages Patahuasi Stop High Altitude Rest Point Elevation: 4,500 meters (14,764 feet) Activities: Vicuña observation and photography Local Products: Alpaca wool textiles and souvenirs Coca Tea.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
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Mirador Cruz del Condor
Cruz del Cóndor (Condor Cross) The Ultimate Condor Viewing Experience Best Time: Early morning (6:00-10:00 AM) for optimal condor sightings Andean Condors: Witness 3-meter wingspan birds soaring on thermal currents Canyon Views: Breathtaking panoramic vistas of the canyon depths Photography: World-class opportunities for wildlife and landscape shots Interpretation: Learn about condor behavior and conservation efforts.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Relaxation in Nature's Spa Temperature: 35-38°C (95-100°F) natural thermal waters Location: Chivay town area, easily accessible Facilities: Multiple pools with different temperatures Benefits: Therapeutic minerals for muscle relaxation after trekking Setting: Stunning mountain backdrop views while soaking Yanque Hot Springs Traditional Thermal Experience Natural Pools: Less developed, more authentic experience Community-owned: Supporting local indigenous communities Temperature Range: Various natural pool temperatures Scenery: Terraced agricultural landscapes surrounding pools
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Journey Highlights Cross-Andean Adventure Route Route Features Distance: 280 kilometers (4-5 hours scenic drive) Altitude Changes: From 3,600m to 3,800m elevation Landscapes: Transition from canyon terrain to altiplano plains Wildlife Viewing: Vicuñas, alpacas, and high-altitude birds Photo Stops: Multiple scenic overlooks and traditional villages Patahuasi Stop High Altitude Rest Point Elevation: 4,500 meters (14,764 feet) Activities: Vicuña observation and photography Local Products: Alpaca wool textiles and souvenirs Coca Tea: Traditional remedy for altitude adjustment Altiplano Experience The High Plains of the Andes Vast Landscapes: Endless grasslands and distant mountain ranges Local Communities: Quechua and Aymara indigenous villages Traditional Lifestyle: Llama and alpaca herding communities Geological Features: Ancient volcanic formations and mineraS.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Altiplano Experience The High Plains of the Andes Vast Landscapes: Endless grasslands and distant mountain ranges Local Communities: Quechua and Aymara indigenous villages Traditional Lifestyle: Llama and alpaca herding communities Geological Features: Ancient volcanic formations and mineral deposits.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
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Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca: The Sacred Lake of the Incas Lake Overview World's Highest Navigable Lake Elevation: 3,812 meters (12,507 feet) above sea level Size: 8,562 square kilometers shared between Peru and Bolivia Depth: Maximum 281 meters deep Sacred Significance: Birthplace of the sun in Inca mythology Biodiversity: Unique high-altitude lake ecosystem Puno: Gateway to Lake Titicaca Cultural Capital of Peru Folkloric Heritage: Capital of Peruvian folk dancing and music Colonial Architecture: Historic center with Spanish influence Local Markets: Traditional textiles and lake region crafts Gateway Function: Departure point for island explorations Lake Experiences Floating Islands of Uros Artificial Islands Made of Totora Reeds Construction: Hand-built islands using traditional techniques Community Life: Families living entirely on floating platforms Cultural Demonstration: Traditional crafts and lifestyle presentations Boat Rides: Traditional totora reed boat experiences Sustainability.
Admission ticket free
Day 4
LAKE TITICACA | UROS FLOATING ISLAND | TAQUILE ISLAND
3 stops
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Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca was a sacred lake to the Incas. Lake Titicaca was the cradle for Peru's ancient civilizations. The Puraka culture settled in this fertile land around 200BC and a millennium later the Tiwuanaku culture emerged and spread throughout the Altiplano and into Bolivia.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
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Uros Floating Islands
History. The Uros are a unique indigenous race who migrated to Lake Titicaca an estimated 3,700 years ago. Over time, they mixed with the nearby Aymara and eventually abandoned their language and many of their traditions. ... Unfortunately, the Inca eventually found their colony and forced many Uros into slavery.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Taquile Island
Set within Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island has a colorful history. It was once used as an Alcatraz-style prison by Spanish colonialists, but now the island is inhabited by 3,000 Quecha-speaking Taquilenos. The locals grow crops like corn, beans and quinoa on the pre-Incan terraces that cover its hilly terrain.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
TRANSFER TO CUSCO | RAQCHI INCA SITE | RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
4 stops
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Cusco
Altiplano Experience The High Plains of the Andes Vast Landscapes: Endless grasslands and distant mountain ranges Local Communities: Quechua and Aymara indigenous villages Traditional Lifestyle: Llama and alpaca herding communities Geological Features: Ancient volcanic formations and mineral deposits.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
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Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
Raqchi: Temple of the Creator God Archaeological Overview Inca Empire's Most Ambitious Temple Complex Dedication: Sacred to Wiracocha, the Inca creator deity Construction Period: 15th century during Inca Pachacuti's reign Significance: One of the most important religious centers in the Inca Empire Preservation: Remarkably intact ruins showcasing advanced Inca engineering Location: 120km southeast of Cusco in Canchis Province Architectural Marvels Main Temple Structure Engineering Wonder of the Andes Dimensions: 92 meters long, 25.5 meters wide Height: Original walls reached 12-14 meters high Construction: Massive stone foundation with adobe brick superstructure Central Wall: Impressive spine wall running the temple's length Unique Design: Only Inca temple combining stone and adobe construction.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca): Nature's Painted Canvas Geological Wonder Mineral Rainbow at 5,200 Meters Elevation: 5,200 meters (17,060 feet) above sea level Formation: Millions of years of mineral sediment deposits Colors: Red iron oxide, yellow sulfur, green chlorite, purple goethite Discovery: Only visible since 2013 after glacial ice retreat Uniqueness: One of the world's few naturally rainbow-colored mountains The Color Palette Explained Nature's Mineral Artistry Red Stripes Mineral: Iron oxide (rust) Formation: Oxidized iron deposits in sedimentary layers Appearance: Dominant warm tones across mountain faces Yellow Bands Mineral: Iron sulfide and sulfur compounds Formation: Hydrothermal activity and mineral precipitation Appearance: Bright golden stripes contrasting with reds Green Sections Mineral: Chlorite and ferromagnesian phyllosilicates Formation: Metamorphic processes under pressure Appearance: Emerald green patches and bands Purple/Lavender Areas
3 hours • Admission ticket included
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Cusco Region
UNESCO World Heritage Site & Living Inca Capital Elevation: 3,399 meters (11,152 feet) above sea level Population: 428,000 inhabitants in greater metropolitan area Founded: 1100 AD by Inca Manco Cápac (according to legend) Spanish Refounding: 1534 by Francisco Pizarro Significance: Former capital of the mighty Inca Empire (Tawantinsuyu) Modern Role: Gateway to Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley Historic Center: Where Two Worlds Collide Plaza de Armas (Huacaypata) Heart of the Inca Empire Inca Name: Huacaypata ("Square of War" or "Square of Celebration") Original Size: Twice the current size, extended to Plaza San Francisco Sacred Significance: Center of Inca religious and political ceremonies Colonial Transformation: Spanish built churches over Inca palaces Modern Function: Vibrant social hub with cafes, shops, and cultural events Cathedral of Santo Domingo (La Catedral) Colonial Masterpiece Built on Inca Foundations Construction: 1559-1654.
Admission ticket free
Day 6
SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS | TRASNFER TO MACHUPICCHU TOWN
4 stops
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Chinchero
Its archaeological site is one of the most important in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is located to the east of the Cordillera de Vilcabamba. As was customary in Inca architecture, the cities were built on the basis of figurative animal traits. Pisaq, had the shape of a partridge, as its name says.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Maras
It's believed that the salt pans were originally constructed by the Wari civilization, which predates the Inca. However, the Inca saw the economic opportunity in harvesting the salt of Maras and expanded the salt pans further up the mountainside.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Moray
The full purpose behind these concentric terraces isn't fully known. However, it is widely believed that the ruins were once an agricultural laboratory used by the Incas. The circular terraces that lie here are thought to have been used as an agricultural research station. ... This is down to the Incas.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Ollantaytambo
History of Ollantaytambo Ruins. In the 15th century Inca Pachacutec conquered and began to rebuild the town of Ollantaytambo, constructing terraces for farming and an irrigation system. These huge terraces make up what is called the Fortress or Temple Hill. The town became home to Inca nobility.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
MACHUPICCHU ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE | NATURAL & CULTURAL WONDER OF THE WORLD
3 stops
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Machu Picchu
Most archaeologists believe that Machu Picchu was constructed as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472). Often mistakenly referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas", it is the most familiar icon of Inca civilization. The Incas built the estate around 1450 but abandoned it a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest. Although known locally, it was not known to the Spanish during the colonial period and remained unknown to the outside world until American historian Hiram Bingham brought it to international attention in 1911.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
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Most archaeologists believe that Machu Picchu was constructed as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472). Often mistakenly referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas", it is the most familiar icon of Inca civilization. The Incas built the estate around 1450 but abandoned it a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest. Although known locally, it was not known to the Spanish during the colonial period and remained unknown to the outside world until American historian Hiram Bingham brought it to international attention in 1911.
Admission ticket free
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Huayna Picchu
Huayna Picchu is not just about reaching the top - it's about following ancient Inca pathways to sacred spaces where astronomy, religion, and architecture converged. The experience connects modern adventurers with the sophisticated mountain culture that created Machu Picchu, offering perspectives both literal and metaphorical that can only be gained by making this challenging but rewarding climb.
Admission ticket free
Day 8
TRANSFER TO AIRPORT | END OF OUR SERVICES
1 stop
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Cusco
Transfer to the Airport of Cusco for yuo to take your flight back To Lima.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participant, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• first Aid Equipment, tank of oxigene, Walking Sticks, will be provided to the Party if they need the whole Trip.
• Assistance 24 hours

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