Wonders of Peru

Upon arrival in Lima, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel. Here, a trip representative will present you with a documentation kit including detailed program information, and assist with your luggage and hotel registration.

Following breakfast, set on a half-day exploration of Lima. You will visit the modern and colonial parts of Lima, known as The City of Kings, starting at the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, and passing along a “huaca” or sacred pre-Inca site, before heading to the Historic Center. There, you will walk along some of the most historically important streets of the city, leading to the Plaza de Armas, where you will have some time to take pictures of the amazing colonial architecture that surrounds it. You will also have the chance to take a peek into an iconic building that has served Lima’s citizens for centuries and continues to be an important landmark. Then you will visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo, an astonishing building with colonial style. After exploring the Historical Center, you will head towards the Larco Museum, which houses the incomparable Treasures of Ancient Peru private collection.

After breakfast and coinciding with your flight to Cusco, you will be transferred to Lima airport. Suggested flight (subject to change): LA2047 LIM/CUZ 0930- 1053 (not included, extra cost). Once in Cusco, enjoy the charm of this beautiful colonial city that was built upon the remains of amazing Inca buildings. Not to miss: Temple of the Sun (Koricancha), the Cathedral, and the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman. This afternoon is left at leisure to help adjust to the elevation, though an optional evening activity to visit the San Pedro Market and Ruins can be arranged; please speak to your Destination Specialist for more information.

Once breakfast is finished, you will set out in the direction of the Maras salt mines, an amazing place where the finest salt in the world is extracted. On the way, you will make a stop at the Raqchi viewpoint, from where you will have an impressive view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Then, you will visit the Misminay community. Upon arrival, the villagers will give you a warm welcome with music and typical dances. There, you will be able to learn about the Andean families' lifestyle by sharing some of their daily activities with them. Then, you will enjoy a delicious and traditional lunch prepared with local products. You will continue with a visit to Moray, a fascinating archeological site with huge concentric terraces, which the Incas used as a botanical laboratory.

Enjoy another hearty breakfast before setting out to visit indomitable Machu Picchu. To begin, you will board the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu (timetables are subject to confirmation). Upon arrival, prepare to visit one of the most striking wonders of the world: Machu Picchu. You will be driven to the archeological site, the visit of which will be an unforgettable experience, with a professional tour guide to impart to you all the history that surrounds this mysterious and enchanting place. Once the guided tour is over, you will have some free time to explore the site on your own, to relax, or to meditate. At the agreed upon hour, you will descend to nearby Aguas Calientes for lunch, and board the train later that afternoon for the return trip to Ollantaytambo, then transfer back to Cusco.

Today is yours to do as you please. Feel free to explore the former Incan capital on your own, or perhaps consider an active adventure to visit the Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. Though only an excursion for those in good physical shape, this full-day trip brings you to a place of unique, rugged natural beauty. Alternatively, perhaps consider making a reservation to dine in one of Cusco's outstanding restaurants like Ciccolina. Optional (additional cost): Full-day excursion to Rainbow Mountain (minimum of 2 guests are required to operate - please speak to your Destination Specialist for more information).

After an incredible exploration of the land of the Inca's, you will be transferred to the Cusco airport to catch your outbound flight (flight not included).