Peru, Beyond Machu Picchu + Lake Titicaca

Board your international flight to Lima Peru. You are required a valid American or Canadian Passport with blank pages. Valid for six months past your return date. Other nationalities please refer to your local consulate. Upon your arrival at Lima International Airport, and after clearing customs and immigration you will be met by our representative and taken to your Lima hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
At Approximately 10:30 AM start a Peru culinary adventure with a visit to a vibrant Lima market, either in San Isidro or Miraflores. Here, you'll discover a colorful array of Peruvian ingredients peppers, tubers, vegetables, and maize alongside an impressive selection of native fruits.
You'll have the chance to sample these exotic fruits and savor their unique flavors. Next, we'll visit an acclaimed restaurant in Miraflores, where you'll learn to craft your own Pisco Sour and prepare the famous seafood Ceviche. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring Peru's most beloved traditional dishes an immersive way to experience Peruvian gastronomy at its finest. After lunch continue on a guided tour of Lima's colonial and modern highlights. Visit the historic Main Square, home to the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and Municipal Palace. Next is the famous San Francisco Monastery and its fascinating underground catacombs. Then, proceeds through the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Lima’s Airport for your flight to Cusco. you will be met by our representative and taken to you Cusco hotel. Nestled in the Andes, Cuzco the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and a designated UNESCO World Heritage site captivates visitors with its seamless fusion of majestic Incan stonework and vibrant Spanish colonial architecture. In the afternoon, depart for a tour of the city, where you will visit Cusco’s most-important landmarks. Start at the city’s main square and Cusco’s Cathedral. Then Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), and the nearby ruins: Qenqo, an Inca Ceremonial and Ritual center carved out of rock. Next Puca Pucara Tambomachay (Also called 'The Bath of the Inca') and the famous Sacsayhuaman Fortress.

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for a full-day excursion through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The Sacred Valley of Peru extends from Pisac to Ollantaytambo, following the course of the Urubamba River. Key towns along this route include Pisac, Chinchero, Calca, Urubamba, Yucay, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo). Travel to the town of Pisac, where you will visit its famous handicraft market. Browse local textiles, handicrafts, and traditional products while experiencing one of the region's most colourful markets. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the best-preserved Inca towns in Peru. Visit the impressive fortress and learn about its importance during the Inca Empire as you explore its terraces, temples, and stone structures. Following your visit, transfer to your hotel within the Sacred Valley.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Today, visit the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Start with a transfer to Ollantaytambo Station and board the train to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, continue by shuttle bus to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Once there, enjoy a guided tour of this remarkable archaeological site as you learn about its history and significance to the Inca civilization. A visit to Machu Picchu offers a truly unforgettable experience, featuring breathtaking mountain views and remarkable Inca heritage. After some free time to explore the local shops or sights on your own, return to Aguas Calientes and board the train back to Ollantaytambo. Finally, upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Cusco for your overnight stay.

Breakfast at your hotel.
Set out early for the Village of Lamay and continue to the community of Huchuy Qosqo. Today promises meaningful encounters with the welcoming people of Lamay’s mountain communities, offering you a firsthand look into their culinary traditions and vibrant culture. Begin by visiting a local family, where you’ll join them in preparing regional traditional dishes. Dive into the world of Andean flavors as you cook with native ingredients such as potatoes, quinoa, corn, olluco, and more. After savoring the traditional lunch you helped create, your journey continues to the awe-inspiring Archaeological Complex of Pisac. Renowned as one of Peru’s largest and best-preserved Incan sites, Pisac delights with panoramic mountain vistas, dramatic terraced hillsides, and the sweeping beauty of the Sacred Valley.

After an early breakfast, head to the bus station to board the tourist bus to Puno. Also called the 'Ruta del Sol', it is a full-day guided bus excursion between Cusco and Puno. It turns a standard drive between Cusco and Puno into an immersive 10-hour sightseeing tour with stops at Inca ruins, museums, and spectacular Andean mountain viewpoints. The first visit is to the Church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, known as the 'Sistine Chapel of Peru' and one of the most impressive and beautiful Catholic churches in America. Stop for a traditional buffet lunch in the town of Sicuani (3,475 masl) before visiting the Raqchi Archaeological Center (3,475 masl), home to the famous Temple of God Wiracocha. Last stop is the Kalasaya Archaeological Complex, Pucara (3,879 masl), where the origins of the Andean Culture of the Altiplano were discovered. Continue to La Raya, also known as the 'Union of Two Cultures,' with the highest elevation of your trip at 4,335 masl.

After breakfast, embark on a journey to explore the wonders of Lake Titicaca, celebrated as the highest navigable lake in the world. Your first stop is the renowned Floating Islands of the Uros people, where you’ll have the opportunity to learn about their fascinating traditions and daily life. Continue by boat to Taquile Island, famous for its breathtaking scenery and vibrant traditional handicrafts. Spend time exploring the island, savor a traditional lunch, and soak in the local culture before returning to Puno in the afternoon.

Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Juliaca’s Airport for your flight to Lima. On the route, visit the Chullpas of Sillustani, an important archaeological site located on the shores of Lake Umayo. These impressive stone burial towers were built by the Aymara people to honor their leaders and nobility. Following your visit, continue to the airport for your flight to Lima and your onward international departure flight.