Experience the cultural and natural richness of Peru on an 11-day journey, from fascinating Lima to the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Discover the ancient Huaca Pucllana, explore the vibrant Historic Center of Lima, and marvel at the stunning Inca architecture in Sacsayhuaman and Machu Picchu. Immerse yourself in the lush landscape of Manu National Park, home to an astonishing variety of wildlife—spot monkeys, colorful birds, and, with some luck, elusive creatures like the tapir or the jaguar.
Enjoy unique experiences, such as flying over the mysterious Nazca Lines and observing wildlife at a collpa, a natural salt lick where mammals gather. This adventure offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and excitement in the heart of Peru. Join us for an unforgettable journey!
Assistance and transfer from Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima to your hotel. In the afternoon, around 3:00 PM, the City Tour begins, lasting approximately 2.5 hours. The first stop is at Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca ceremonial center from the 4th century AD. Then, we explore the Historic Center of Lima, home to more than fifty colonial monuments, including San Martín Square, Main Square, and the Cathedral Basilica.
The tour continues to the San Francisco Monumental Complex, known for its crypts, referred to as the “Catacombs”. We conclude the tour by exploring contemporary Lima, visiting residential areas such as El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, and Larcomar.
Overnight stay in Lima.
Departure at 4:00 AM to Paracas in private service, arriving at 8:30 AM. From there, we board the boat for a 9:00 AM excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll observe sea lions, seabirds, and penguins. Enjoy free time to take photos and appreciate the natural scenery. The 2-hour tour concludes with a return to the dock.
At 1:00 PM, we continue to Ica for a visit to the Huacachina Lagoon and a stop at the Winery for wine and pisco tasting. Lunch will feature typical dishes from Ica. After lunch, explore the Huacachina Oasis, admire the mermaid monument, and enjoy sandboarding and a dune buggy ride. The day ends with return transportation to Lima and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Lima.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for Nazca at 9:05 AM. Upon arrival at the airfield around 11:15 AM, you’ll board a plane for a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines. These mysterious geometric shapes and animal figures, etched into the desert, can only be fully appreciated from the air. After the flight, we will return to your hotel in Lima.
Overnight stay in Lima.
Transfer from your hotel in Lima to the airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you at Cusco Airport and transfer you to your hotel.
In the afternoon, around 1:00 PM, we will begin a guided tour of Cusco, visiting historical landmarks such as the Cathedral, the Qorikancha Temple, and nearby archaeological sites, including Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. Our knowledgeable guide will provide in-depth information at each location. The tour concludes near the Plaza de Armas around 6:00 PM.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Embark on a full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting with hotel pickup at 8:00 AM. The journey begins with a visit to the Andean Textile Center of Awanacancha and the archaeological complex of Pisac, which highlights the advanced architectural skills of the Incas. Another must-see in Pisac is its artisan market, offering a variety of traditional crafts.
Later, enjoy a buffet lunch in the town of Urubamba, where you can savor delicious Peruvian cuisine. In the afternoon, we will explore the fortress of Ollantaytambo, known for its terraces and finely carved stone blocks that reveal its military, agricultural, and religious importance within the Sacred Valley. The day concludes with boarding the train to Aguas Calientes, preparing for your visit to Machu Picchu the following day.
Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
At dawn, we will enjoy breakfast at the hotel and head to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu on a 30-minute bus journey. Upon arrival, our guide will commence the tour, providing detailed information about the history and architecture of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. After concluding the tour of the citadel, we will return to Aguas Calientes by bus. In the afternoon, we will take the train to Ollantaytambo, where we will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
Early in the morning, we will depart from Cusco toward Manu National Park, crossing the Andean mountains and visiting rural communities like Paucartambo and Ninamarca, known for their chullpas—pre-Inca funeral tombs. After ascending the final mountain pass to Acjanaco, we will enter the lush cloud forest, home to diverse wildlife, including orchids, bromeliads, and the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock. As we explore this environment, we will have the chance to spot birds such as toucans, trogons, quetzals, and, with luck, the South American spectacled bear.
Next, we will continue toward the picturesque valleys of Patria and Pilcopata in the Amazon before heading to the tourist port of Atalaya. From there, we’ll board a motorized boat and cruise along the Madre de Dios River to reach our comfortable lodge. After dinner, you will have free time to enjoy activities such as swimming, fishing in the rivers, or relaxing in the hammocks of our cozy rooms.
Overnight stay in Manu Lodge.
In the morning, we wake up to the soothing sounds of birds in the lush Amazon rainforest and enjoy a hearty breakfast. We explore the forest trails, passing towering trees like rubber trees and ficus, which provide shelter for capuchin, woolly, and howler monkeys. Along the way, you’ll spot a variety of colorful birds, including parrots and parakeets.
In the afternoon, we head to the mammal clay lick, a special area deep in the jungle. After walking through the forest, we arrive at an elevated platform, offering a unique opportunity to observe mammals such as the Amazonian tapir, peccaries, deer, and, with some luck, the elusive jaguar. The platform is equipped with mosquito nets and cushions for comfortable viewing. In the evening, guests can enjoy guided night walks and other activities. We conclude the day with a restful night at our cozy lodge.
Overnight stay in Manu Lodge.
At dawn, we take a boat ride to a clay lick, where parakeets, parrots, and macaws gather to ingest clay to detoxify, offering a fascinating natural spectacle. Afterward, we enjoy a nutritious breakfast.
We then continue to Machuwasi Lagoon, where we observe water birds, capybaras, and, with luck, anacondas through a telescope. In the afternoon, we unwind in tropical waters, engaging in activities such as swimming and fishing. At night, we embark on a forest exploration, using lamps to search for caimans, concluding our final night in the Amazon jungle.
Overnight stay in Manu Lodge.
Early in the morning, we depart by boat from Atalaya Port to San Pedro to observe the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock in its natural habitat. Following this, we begin our journey back to the former Inca capital, Cusco, arriving at approximately 4:00 PM.
Overnight stay in Cusco.
We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Cusco Airport in a private service.
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Upon arrival at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima, you will receive assistance and be transferred to your selected hotel. In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your hotel to begin a 2.5-hour City Tour.
Our first stop is a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, a magnificent ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century AD, considered a “Sacred Town” by the Incas. We then visit the Historic Center of Lima, home to over fifty colonial monuments and buildings.
Highlights include Paseo de la República, Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral Basilica, and the Municipal Palace. During colonial times, Lima was the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru, the most important viceroyalty of the Spanish Empire. The tour continues with a visit to the San Francisco Monumental Complex, known for housing the largest collection of colonial religious art in the Americas, including a visit to the crypts known as the “Catacombs.”
Finally, we will explore contemporary Lima with a visit to its traditional residential areas, such as El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, and Larcomar.
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Our adventure begins early in the morning with a private journey to the coastal town of Paracas. Upon arrival, we head straight to the pier to embark on a motorboat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries along the Peruvian coast. As we glide across the waters, we will encounter a vibrant array of marine life, including sea lions, boobies, pelicans, and penguins, all in their natural habitat. You will have some free time to capture photographs of these magnificent creatures before we return to the pier and prepare for the next leg of our journey.
In the afternoon, we continue toward the city of Ica, where a visit to winery awaits. This charming stop offers a glimpse into the artisanal production of wines, piscos, and cachinas, complete with tastings. There will also be time to enjoy a traditional Ica meal before we head to the iconic Huacachina Oasis. Here, surrounded by massive dunes, you can explore the serene lagoon.
For the more adventurous, we will venture deeper into the desert on a thrilling dune buggy ride. The vast expanse of dunes provides the perfect setting for sandboarding, where our guide will give instructions to ensure a fun and safe experience. After an exciting afternoon of gliding down sandy slopes and capturing stunning photos, we conclude our day with a scenic return to Lima, filled with memories of this extraordinary journey.
Overnight stay in Lima.
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Breakfast at the hotel. At approximately 9:05 a.m., we will pick you up from the hotel to travel to Nazca. Around 11:15 AM, we will arrive at the Nazca airfield.
While waiting for the flight, you’ll have time to relax before boarding a small aircraft for the Nazca Lines overflight. During this scenic flight, you will witness the enormous, enigmatic figures—depicting animals, birds, and geometric shapes—etched into the desert floor, visible only from the sky.
After the overflight, we will return to your hotel in Lima to conclude the day.
Overnight stay in Lima.
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We will transfer you from your hotel in Lima to the airport for your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival at Cusco Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
In the afternoon, around 1:00 PM, we will pick you up from your hotel and begin our tour of Cusco. Accompanied by our guide, you will explore the city’s most iconic monuments, starting with the majestic Cusco Cathedral. Next, we will visit the Qorikancha Temple, also known as the Temple of the Sun, a sacred site for the Incas.
Our guided tour continues to the archaeological sites surrounding Cusco, including Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. The tour will conclude near the Plaza de Armas around 6:00 PM.
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After breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up at 8:00 AM to begin our journey. Our first stop will be the Andean Textile Center of Awanacancha, where you will learn about traditional weaving techniques and see alpacas and llamas. We will then head to the Archaeological Complex of Pisac, located 45 minutes from Cusco by private transport. Pisac will offer insight into the advanced architectural knowledge of the Incas. Additionally, Pisac’s vibrant artisan market is a perfect place to find unique and authentic souvenirs.
At noon, we will travel to Urubamba, where a buffet lunch awaits, allowing you to enjoy a variety of delicious Peruvian dishes. Historically, Urubamba was one of the main agricultural hubs of the Inca Empire, and even today, it is known for producing some of the world’s best corn.
In the afternoon, we will explore the Ollantaytambo Fortress, which served as a strategic military, agricultural, and religious center for the Incas. Evidence of this function is found in its agricultural terraces, defensive walls, and watchtowers, which may have been built to guard against jungle tribes. This remarkable archaeological site consists of terraces arranged in layers, with massive stone blocks meticulously carved and placed on the upper terraces. From Ollantaytambo, we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, where we will spend the night in preparation for our early visit to Machu Picchu the following day.
Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes.
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Early in the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before boarding the bus to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The scenic journey takes approximately 30 minutes, bringing you to the entrance of the legendary Inca city. Upon arrival, our guide will lead you on an immersive tour, unveiling the history, architecture, and cultural significance of this extraordinary site.
In the afternoon, we will board the return train. Upon arrival at the station, our team will meet you and provide transfer services back to your hotel in Cusco, ensuring a seamless and comfortable end to your day.
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Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to begin our trip through the Andean mountains, passing beautiful landscapes and rural folkloric communities like Paucartambo and Ninamarca. At Ninamarca, we’ll see chullpas (funerary tombs) from the pre-Inca Lupaca culture.
From there, we ascend the final mountain to reach Acjanaco, the entrance to Manu National Park, before descending into the lush cloud forest, known for its incredible biodiversity. This forest is an ideal habitat for epiphytes, orchids, and bromeliads. Here, we will explore the forest to observe Peru’s national bird, the Cock-of-the-Rock, in its ritual mating dance, as well as toucans, trogons, quetzals, monkeys, and—if we are lucky—the South American spectacled bear (Tremarctos ornatus).
Continuing our adventure, we pass through the Patria and Pilcopata valleys before arriving at the tourist port of Atalaya, where our motorized boat awaits to take us down the Madre de Dios River to our lodge. After enjoying dinner, you will have free time to unwind with cold drinks and relax. Overnight, we will stay in comfortable rooms at the lodge.
For those looking to make the most of their stay, swimming and fishing in the rivers, as well as lounging in hammocks, are available and safe for all guests.
Overnight stay in EcoManu Lodge.
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In the morning, wake up to the melodic songs of birds and the lush greenery of the Amazon rainforest. Start your day with a healthy breakfast before venturing into the dense forest along various trails. As you explore, you’ll encounter giant rubber, tonillo, and ficus trees, which serve as homes for capuchin monkeys, woolly monkeys, howler monkeys, and dozens of bird species, including colorful parrots, parakeets, and woodpeckers.
In the late afternoon, we will head to the mammal clay lick, a unique feature of the Amazon. After a 35-minute walk deep into the forest, we will reach a hidden observation platform. As night falls, the magic of the Amazon comes to life. You will be immersed in an unforgettable experience, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the jungle.
The platform—elevated over 4 meters and well-camouflaged among the trees—provides a front-row seat to observe wildlife at the clay lick. From here, we might see Amazonian tapirs, peccaries, deer, and, with luck, the elusive jaguar (Panthera onca), the largest feline in South America. The observation platform is equipped with mosquito nets and mattresses to ensure comfort while waiting for the animals to arrive.
Every night, optional night walks or activities are available, organized by our guides to offer further insights into the nocturnal wonders of the rainforest.
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Early in the morning, we board our boat to visit the small clay lick—a key location where parrots, parakeets, and small green macaws gather to ingest mineral-rich clay as part of their detoxifying diet. This vibrant spectacle is accompanied by the lively calls of these birds. After witnessing this remarkable scene, we will enjoy a healthy breakfast on-site.
Continuing our expedition, we head to the Machuwasi Lagoon. Using a telescope, we’ll spot a variety of lake birds, including herons, hawks, ducks, and oropendolas, as well as families of capybaras—the world’s largest rodent. If we’re fortunate, we may even encounter an anaconda or boa basking near the water’s edge.
In the afternoon, we take advantage of the tropical waters with swimming and fishing activities. As night falls, we embark on a guided walk along the river, venturing into the forest to discover hidden lakes teeming with vegetation. This thrilling adventure begins with the preparation of lamps and headlamps to spot the glowing red eyes of caimans. With the help of our guide, we will get an up-close look at these impressive reptiles, bringing our Amazon exploration to a captivating conclusion.
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Very early, we return by boat to the Atalaya port and then by bus back to San Pedro to once again appreciate the famous Cock-of-the-Rock birds. Continuing our return to the ancient Inca capital Cusco, we arrive at around 4:00 PM.
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