Inca Trail, Machu Picchu Tours, Peru Tours

Cusco, Capital of the Inca Empire, can be divided into three main types of attractions: Cusco City, with its ruins, temples, churches, mansions and archaeological sites; Machu Picchu, "The Lost City. for tha reason Browse our selection of exciting Peru vacation packages. From the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco, to World Wonder Machu Picchu, and other remarkable sites, including Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Ica, Huacachina and Nazca Lines Peru is a treasure trove of history and culture. Our vacation packages were designed by our travel experts to highlight the best Peru has to offer. All of our packages, tours, and services are customizable, so feel free to mix and match to make your dream vacation.

Trip Overview

• Duration: 15 Days
• Starting point: Lima
• Ending point: Machu picchu/Cusco
• Physical Demands Rating: Easier
• Age Restriction: None.
• Trip Code: MTS - 0024
• Tour Type: Cultural, Adventure, Nature
• Service Level: Standard - Deluxe
• Guarantee: Departure is Guaranteed
• Style: Personalized
• Carbon Emissions: 380 CO2-E
• Group Size: 2 Minimum , 10 Maximum
• Transport: Train, walk, Mini Van
• Price From: ? US$

DAY 01: International Arrival in Lima

Assistance at your arrival to Lima International Airport and transfer to your hotel. There you will receive a briefing on your tour; receive vouchers covering all the services included in your tour and additional information on the organisation of your Peru trip.

Meals Included: None

DAY 02: Paracas: Ballestas Islands / Nazca / Huacachina

We will set off to Paracas early, before sunrise. After a 3 hour trip traveling 240 kilometers south of Lima we will arrive in the Paracas Peninsula, where the most important wildlife sanctuary of the Peruvian Coast is located. Boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, where we can observe Sea lions, Boobies, Pelicans, Penguins and other Marine birds. On the way back, from the boat, we can also see the "Candelabro"(Candelabrum), a giant figure etched in the sand on the side of a hill in the style of the Nazca Lines. In the afternoon continue by bus to the City of Ica - Huacachina for overnight. Free time to enjoy the facilities of your hotel In Ica.

DAY 3: City Tour Ica / Huacachina Dune Buggies Tour/Nazca

In the morning at 9:00 am. We will start city tour. We will start this tour with a visit to a winery. Ica is very famous for its production of high quality piscos and sweet wines. You will see the traditional production process at the winery El Catador. We will then continue to the Huacachina Lagoon which is an oasis surrounded by dunes and palm trees. After an explanation and some walking around the lagoon you will have a dune buggy tour in the Ica desert. During this tour you can practice some sand boarding and enjoy the amazing sunset. In the evening continue by bus to the City of Nazca for overnight (2 hours approx.). Free time to enjoy the Nazca Nigthlife.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 04: Nazca: Nazca Lines / Arequipa

After After breakfast, early in the morning, we will be taken to Nazca's airstrip in order to get on board a light aircraft that will fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines ,These huge lineal pictures depicting animals, birds and geometrical shapes drew on the desert, which can only be appreciated from the air. In the afternoon you will be taken to the City of Arequipa (10 hours approx.) going through deserts and coastal valleys. Arrival in the White City of Arequipa. It receives this name due to its white rock buildings, a white rock that flows out of the Misti Volcano. Upon your arrival in Arequipa, meet and transfer to the selected hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 05: Arequipa: Sightseeing tour and Santa Catalina Convent

Breakfast. The tour includes the Main Square, one of the most beautiful squares in Peru, and the Cathedral, a prime example of XIXth Century Peruvian architecture, housing beautiful treasures in gold and silver. We also visit the La Compañia Church, an ancient Jesuit temple, maybe the most important one in Arequipa due to its history and tradition, with a beautiful façade with carved columns, laurel crowns, flowers, birds, etc. A more careful look at the façade, however, reveals the limits of European influence, as the angels have indian faces; and indeed one face is even crowned with feathers. Then, we will visit the "Santa Catalina" Convent; a "small town" built in the XVIIth Century and opened to the public in 1970, after 400 years as a Cloister. Perfectly preserved for four centuries, you go back in time as you enter the Cloister and see the numerous, spacious patios and gardens, the kitchen and slave quarters and stone washtubs of this Convent. About 20 nuns, of what were once 500, still live in a section of the Convent. Return to your selected hotel in Arequipa. Lunch on your own. We recomended to take your lunch in the restaurante "Sol de Mayo".

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 06: Arequipa: Colca Canyon

Early in the morning, depart on a wonderful four hours bus trip to the Colca Canyon one of the deepest Canyons in the World (3180 mts.). On the trip we drive across Pampa Cañahuas in the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, inhabited by herds of vicuñas and alpacas (South American cameloids). The highest point of the road is at 4350 m.a.s.l.. We also see beautiful pre-Columbian terraces, still being cultivated by native Collaguas. On your arrival at Colca Valley, transfer to the selected lodge. Time for Lunch (not included).

In the afternoon, we recommend you to rest and get used to the altitude. If you are in good shape, you will have free time to stroll around the Lodge's surroundings or you could take a repairing bath at the hot springs nearby the Lodge.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 07: Colca: Condor Cross / Arequipa

We leave early in the morning to the "Condor's Cross", where the biggest flying bird in the world can be usually seen soaring amongst the peaks. On the way back we visit the Colonial Towns and Churches of Yanque, Coporaque, Achoma and Maca. Good opportunity to appreciate the life of these people that has changed little since Inca times. Time for take lunch at a local restaurant. (not included). Late afternoon return to the selected hotel in Arequipa. Evening free.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 08: Arequipa: Day off

Breakfast. Day free for personal activities.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Optional: Tour in the Countryside of Arequipa.

DAY 09: Arequipa: / Juliaca / Puno: Sillustani en route

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport of Arequipa to take your flight to Juliaca. At your arrival you will be transferred to the hotel. On the way to the Hotel, we will visit the famous Chullpas of Sillustani stone cylinder burial chambers used by the Aymaras to bury their leaders. Lake Umayo, located in front of the Chullpas, adds further beauty to the place. Here you also have the opportunity to observe several local typical birds.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 10: Puno: Titicaca Lake, Floating Islands of Uros and Taquile

Breakfast. Early in the morning, we will have an unforgettable motorboat excursion on the waters of Lake Titicaca to the unique "Floating Islands" of the Uros. These ancient inhabitants of the Lake, known as the Water Tribe, have built their own "islands" by periodically adding new layers of a type of reed called "totora" (Scirpus totora), vegetable fibre of the Papyrus family. Their homes and boats are also made from this material. We continue our motorboat trip to Taquile Island, inhabited by Quechua-speaking natives ,who have developed efficient and unique social systems, as well as fine hand weaving techniques, passed down through the generations. Upon arrival at the Town of Taquile we will have a lunch. Then we will walk through the various hills and archaeological sites of this 6 km long Island. In the afternoon, return to Puno for overnight at your hotel.

Evening free. We suggest strolling around the Main Square and enjoy the night atmosphere trying a delicious Pisco Sour in some of the many pubs around the Square.

Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 11:Puno: Cusco

Breakfast. Leave in the morning by bus to the city of Cusco. We traveled along the high plateau of Collao, stopping in the village of Ayaviri,a town textile and animal husbandry, to visit the impressive Temple Kalasaya, ruins of the ancient culture Pucara. Along the way, we stop in Rachi, where we can see a spectacular Inca sanctuary built by the Inca Pachacutec and dedicated to the great Inca God Wiracocha. It has a large central wall with a base of fine stone Inca architecture. The other walls are made of adobe bricks giants. The structure also has two sidebars circulars. Around the temple are several buildings once used as housing or warehouse. Approximately 70 km later, we went through the ranch Stripe where we can see herds of llamas and vicunas. During the trip, we went through the lovely lake Wacarpay that offers spectacular views of mountains reflected in its waters tame. We continue towards the beautiful people of Andahuaylillas, and visit the church of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, better known as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas, due to its polychrome ceiling. Buffet lunch in a restaurant rural quiet, where you can enjoy the delicious cuisine of the region. Upon arrival in Cuzco, you will be tranferred at your hotel. Dinner on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch

DAY 12: Cusco: Sightseeing Tour and Visit to Nearby Ruins

Breakfast. Free morning to rest and to acclimatize. We recommended taking your lunch on your hotel. By the afternoon, we will have a guided sightseeing tour of Cusco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun or Korikancha

Then, we drive out of the City to visit the Inca sites of Kenko, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara and the impressive Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, strategically built on a hill overlooking Cusco and famous for its enormous carved stones, some of them standing over 9m / 30ft high and weighing over 350 tons. Return to the hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Optional: Dinner in a typical restaurant with a folklore show where the musicians play their melodies with Andean instruments of beautiful sounds while typically dressed dancers will show you different ancient Peruvian dances.

DAY 13: Cusco : Machu Picchu / Aguas Calientes

Breakfast. The day starts with an early morning rise to transfer to Cusco Train Station for a 3 ½ hour train journey to the famous Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, also known as "The Lost City of the Incas" and now one of the seven wonders of the world. Arrive at Aguas Calientes Station followed by a 30-minute bus drive, climbing 6km of winding road, to the incredible Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, we'll participate in a guided tour of the Citadel, visiting the Main Plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sun Dial, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and various burial grounds. After the tour you will have time to stroll around the archaeological site at your leisure. Free time for ltake you lunch at a local restaurant in Aguas Calientes Town. Overnight.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 14: Machu Picchu: Aguas Calientes / Cusco

Breakfast. Excellent opportunity to wake up early and enjoy with a beautiful sunrise as well as stroll by the Town of Aguas Calientes and visit its hot spring thermal waters. Then, you will have time to perform some of the following activities: (not included in the overall tour price) 1. Visit the Citadel of Machu Picchu for the second time. 2. For the most adventurous people, we suggest to go up the Huayna Picchu (if it is not raining) from where you can appreciate the immensity of Machu Picchu, even more amazing being high and distant. Arriving at the top takes about two hours and a half and it must be before 13:00 hours. It is necessary to register in a office at the beginning of the trail. An exciting adventure for the travellers who want to see, from the top, the nature and the carved stone emerging from the ground as a geological miracle. In the afternoon, back to Cusco by train, and transfer to your hotel for overnight. Evening free and dinner on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAY 15: Cusco / Lima - International Departure

Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco. Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Lima, where you can make your flight connexion to return your country.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Lodging & Prices : Our team of travel consultant has carefully selected the Hotels based on their excellent value and high standards. (Lower Prices + Top Service = Best Value). We can book any hotel for you at competitive rates, but published prices are based on the Qeros Tours Peru Top Hotel Picks.   

Occupancy Hotel Category

Double/tripe               Tourist 2 star                 Superior 3 star                Deluxe 4-5 star

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INCLUDE

In Lima: Transfers, lodging and breakfast.
En Ica: Paracas, ballestas islands/ Huacachina Tours
En Nazca: Nazca Lines
In Arequipa:Transfers, city tour, Santa Catalina convent, Colca canyon.
In Puno: Sillustani in route, Uros and Taquile, Tourist Bus to Cusco.
In Cusco: Sightseeing Tour, lodging and breakfast
In Machu Picchu: Guided visit of the Citadel

• 14 Nights accommodation
• All breakfasts and meals as described in the programme
• All entrance tickets for the excursions mentioned above
• All the transfers indicated in the itinerary
• Train ticket Cusco - Aguas Calientes - Cusco
• Bus ticket from Aguas Calientes- Machu Picchu- Aguas Calientes
• All applicable taxes
• All bilingual guided tours (english/spanish) as described in the itinerary

NOT INCLUDED:

• International and domestic flights
• Airport taxes ($30.25 for international flights and $6.05 for domestic flights)
• Baggage excess (f.i Cusco/Puno bus)
• Alcoholic drinks, soda or bottled mineral water
• Personal expenses
• Tips
• International or National personal telephone calls
• Meals not mentioned
• Optional post-tour (cost given separately)

Optional Extensions: Uros, Amantani, Island 2 days/ Pachacamac - City Tour/ Colca / Lines 2 days/ Rafting Chuquicahuana 1 day/ Biking Maras, Moray /Horseback Riding Cusco /Ausangate Trek 5 days

• Amazon Tours: Manu Jungle Expedition
• Extra night at Machu Picchu
• Extra Cusco or Lima hotel nights at the start or end of your trip