Peru Packages 20 Days / 19 Nights

ITINERARY: LIMA / AIRPORT - BALLESTAS ISLANDS  - PARACAS AND OVERNIGHT 5:10 am - Arrival at Lima Airport, then we will continue the trip with our private transportation for 3 hours and 30 minutes and arrival in the city of Paracas 10:00 am - We start with the tour to Ballestas Islands. We will take a speedboat to the Ballestas Islands. During our tour we will stop to appreciate the mysterious figure of the Candelabra, an impressive design drawn on the side of a hill in the Bay of Paracas. (No one knows who made this figure or why). Once we arrive at the Islands, visitors will be able to enjoy an impressive setting of sea lions, Humboldt penguins and a wide variety of birds such as pelican, booby, Guanay, red-legged cormorant, seagulls, tendrils, etc. Once we have visited all the islands with our yacht we will return to the Tourist Marina dock. 11:30 am Return to Ballestas Islands and free time for lunch in the Paracas resort. 02:00 pm Departure for the Paracas Terrestrial Reserve tours: After our adventure on the Ballestas Islands, we will leave our things at the hotel and then board our private mini van  to visit the Paracas Terrestrial Reserve. Playa Roja, We will visit the Paracas national reserve where we will visit The Red beach, characterized by its red sand and turquoise waters where we will take spectacular photos with a unique background. Mirador de la Catedral, Following our tour of the reserve we will see panoramic views of Raspón beach, Lagunilla and Yumaque. Then we will arrive at the Cathedral declared a world heritage site, this geological formation carved by the erosion of the sea and the wind over the centuries. Everyone will enjoy desert places with beautiful views of the sea, beautiful dunes, and rock formations in the sea. Free afternoon and overnight stay at the chosen hotel in Paracas. Overnight at Casa Andina Select Paracas, Reservations for your own

11:00 AM Pick up from the Hotel and departure to the city of Ica – Huacachina. 12:30 AM We will arrive at the Huachina Lagoon, considered the Oasis of America, we will be able to take photos with an impressive background of the Lagoon. The guide will give us time to walk around, buy souvenirs, etc. 01:30 PM TUBULARS AND SANDBOARDING We will get ready to board the “Buggies” sand carts and travel at high speed through the dunes feeling all the adrenaline. (it is recommended to wear sunglasses because of the sand), then our driver friends will leave us at the top of a dune to do the sport of sandboarding (sliding on a board on the sand 03:00 PM Return from Ica to Lima 4 hours duration Includes :

• Mini Van Tourist Transport Private 2 days
• Professional English Guide
• Ballestas Tour + Ticket , (Group)
• Tour Paracas reservations + Ticket
• Ica – Huacachina, Bugges and Sandboards + Ticket , (Group)

Not included:

• Paracas Hotel
• Food
• Tips

 Overnight at Iberostar Selections Miraflores, Reservations for your own.

• FLIGHT TICKETS , LIMA - PUERTO MALDONADO
• FLIGHT TICKETS PUERTO MALDONADO – CUSCO

Program ECOAVENTURE.- A walk into the Deep Jungle DAY 1 - Welcome / Reception: Upon your arrival in Puerto Maldonado, Peru´s Capital City of Biodiversity, we will welcome you at the airport. Then, we´ll start our program with a visit around the city, on a bus. Afterwards, we will go to Puerto Capitanía, to board a motorized riverboat, and we´ll navigate on the Madre de Dios River. During the journey, we will submerge into a fascinating natural environment, if we are lucky we will witness Ronsocos, Caimans, Turtles, Herons, Cormorants and other animal species in their natural environment. Arriving at the Ecoamazonia Lodge, we will enjoy an exquisite welcome drink, we´ll get settled in our bungalows and will have lunch together. CAIMÁN COCHA Once satisfied, you will be conducted by our specialized tour guide through an interpretive trail conveniently signposted to the Caimán Cocha, a small lake with an abundant presence of specimens of Black Caiman (Melanosuchus Niger) and Caiman (Caiman Crocodilus). At the end of the evening, you will witness the spectacular sunset in the Amazon, an experience full of intensities overwhelming color ranges. Upon returning to the Lodge, a delicious dinner will await you, and enjoy free time to share unforgettable moments at the bar, equipped with an excellent game room and all the drinks you can imagine. DAY 2 The morning begins with the sound of beautiful birdsongs from the Amazon Paradise. A hearty breakfast will provide the energy for a morning full of new experiences. LAKE APU VICTOR After breakfast, we´ll start to hike towards the depths of the forest, on trails especially prepared, with bridges to cross gorges and rivers. During the journey we will observe the flooded forest and a variety of Flora and Wildlife, and continuing we´ll get to the majestic Lake Apu Victor with its crystal clear waters, surrounded by marshes and giant trees. Afterwards, we´ll go up to the Observation Deck, from which we´ll enjoy a panoramic view on the lake, observing Parrots, Macaws, Toucans, Camungos, Shanshos, Herons and other animals, such as Caimans, Turtles, etc., and if we are lucky, we´ll have a chance to observe the Giant Otter, one of the rainforest´s most spectacular animals. After several hours, we will head back to the Lodge to enjoy lunch together. MONKEY ISLAND In the afternoon, accompanied by our specialized guide, we will visit Monkey Island, a unique place in the heart of Madre de Dios River, five minutes away from the Lodge. During the hike, we will observe extraordinary landscapes, with an exuberant flora, sheltering a variety of monkey species, in their natural habitat, such as Maquisapas, Capuchins, Small Lion Monkeys, Frailes, Cotos and other animal species like the Coati and Sloths and a great variety of birds. Finally, we´ll complete our visit of the island, enjoying the sunset, with the most impressive dusk in the jungle. Back to the lodge we conclude the day with a pleasant dinner. DAY 3 The morning begins with the sound of beautiful birdsongs from the Amazon Paradise. A hearty breakfast will provide the energy for a morning full of new experiences. LOST COCHA After breakfast, we will start an adventure in the virgin rainforest, and accompanied by a local guide, we´ll go on a hike in the deep jungle, to get to the Lost Cocha which constitutes a refuge and feeding ecosystem for a huge variety of animals. There, we´ll have the chance to observe Otters, Caimans, Turtles, Sachavacas (Tapirs) Birds with multicolored feathers, the majestic Jaguar and a variety of fish species. This area is unique and proper to the Ecoamazonia´s Ecological Reserve which maintains it intact, with huge swamps and diverse “aguajales”. Then, we´ll get to the extraordinary Observation Deck, from which we´ll be able to appreciate the immense and magical rainforest. Afterwards, we´ll have a pleasant canoe ride around the lake and will return to the lodge for lunch. DAY 4 Departure After a restful night's sleep, the morning begins with the sound of beautiful birdsongs from the Amazon Paradise. In our dining room awaits a farewell breakfast before embarking the return to Puerto Maldonado. Included: Transfer in Cusco , Transfer in Puerto Maldonado , Guide , Boat, 3 nights Bungalow, Meals 3 breakfast , 3 Lunch , 3 Dinner Overnight in Cusco (Hotel Casa Andina Premium*****)

Our excursion to the Colca Canyon starts at 07:30 hrs. Our clients are collected from their hotels by our local guide/representative. Afterwards we will board a small bus and will drive northwest following a paved road towards the “Colca Canyon”. Before leaving Arequipa, we will stop at a small shop where our clients can purchase some chocolates, candies and coca leaves. Later on we will continue till Pampas Cañahuas (3500 m/11,482 Ft), a National Reserve where visitors may spot some Vicuñas & Alpacas. Unlike the Alpacas, Vicuñas are wild animals, and still can be seen running freely on these high plateaus. We will stop at this national park and our local guide will provide information about these shy Andean camels. Then we continue our journey to the Colca Canyon, little further up we will stop again at the little restaurant of Viscachani, where you can enjoy a stunning scenery of the Andes and also drink a typical coca tea. Afterwards we will continue ascending a dirt road till we reach the highest point of our trip, “The Lookout Point of the Andes (4,800 m /15,748 Ft). At the very top, we will get off of the bus some minutes to observe the landscape, having in the background the volcanoes Ubinas, Mismi, Misti, Chachani, Sabancaya (active) and Ampato. Later on we will drive down hill to the main village of the Colca Canyon, the Village of Chivay (3600 m / 11.811 Ft). In this town we will have lunch in one typical Andean restaurant, where visitors may enjoy their meals accompanied by Andean musicians. After lunch our clients will be transferred to our lodge located in a little village at edge of the Canyon; Late in the afternoon, you may walk around the village and get to know better the rural life in this corner of Peru. By the afternoon we will go to swim and relax to the Hot Springs of the Colca Valley (35° C / 95º F), a nice pool outdoors surrounded by huge mountains. After sunset, we will return to the Hotel. Included: Transportations , English Tour Guide , 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner , Entrance ticket to Colca Cayon Not Included: Entrance to Hot Spring , Second day lunch, Tips Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Springs Quadruple Room, Reservations for your own

In order to see the mighty Condor, you will wake up at 05:00 h, breakfast, 06:00 hrs. we will be driving towards the “Cruz del Condor”, a natural lookout point where you can see the flight of the Condors (we won’t return to the hotel, which means you must bring all your staff along with you on the bus). On the road we will have the best view of the Colca Valley, as we drive along the edge of the Canyon, seeing on route ancient terraces still in use by the local farmers, who grow mainly varieties of corn and potatoes. We will make some stops for photos, and our local guide will give us a good insight into the Colca Canyon history. Here you will stumble upon a great rock, where ancient architectures carved the terraces, testing (perhaps) which parts of the Canyon were suitable for cultivation. This is a good place also to see the “Colca River” and hanging pre-Inca tombs. After approximately 2 hours we will reach Cruz del Condor, where we will spend an hour or so, observing the beautiful flight of the Condors as well as the depth of the Canyon. Eventually, we will return to the village of Chivay, passing typical towns along the way. At around 12:00 h, we will stop at a local restaurant at the town of Chivay for lunch and afterwards will  at 13:10  the bus Chivay to Puno an arrive 19:00 transfer to hotel. Included:

• Bus Ticket from Chivay to Puno , Transfer Bus Stations to Hotel

Overnight at Casa Andina Premium Puno, Reservations for your own

We will come to pick Up from the hotel 7:00am, we leave the port of Puno by way of a tourist boat and cruise Lake Titicaca (the highest navigable lake in the world at 3800m). Our destination, floating islands of the uros people , The Uros began their unusual floating existence centuries ago in an effort to isolate themselves from the Collas and Inca tribes then to continue to Taquile Island. The people of Taquile Island’s unique culture, style of dress and lifestyle make for a memorable visit. The island is characterized by the quality of their textiles. Here the men of the community do all the knitting, as this is strictly a male domain, while the women do the spinning. High quality, locally knitted goods are available for purchase at various cooperatives on the island. We have lunch on Taquile before resuming our boat trip and arrive to Puno at 16:30 Included: Transfer from hotel, English Tour Guide , Boat , Local Lunch , Entrance ticket to 2 Island Overnight at Casa Andina Premium Puno, Reservations for your own

We will come to pick up at 6:20am then continue by bus PUKARA - It is the most important and oldest ceremonial center of the Altiplano, proceeding to Tiahuanaco, characterized by a series oh echelon platforms ceremonial center. It's also possible to appreciate interesting lit sculptures, trails or tomb stone of intriguing personage that seems to show evidence of a brave civilization. Here is where it was discovered the origins of the Andean culture in the Altiplano. LA RAYA Media point in the rout of Cusco - Puno. It is the highest part, it has 4335 meters above sea level, we can appreciate beautiful landscapes, llamas and vicuñas, geographic union between two cultures quechua and aymara, we can see the Altiplano arid and dry union with the quechua zone with rivers and valleys. RAQCHI (Temple of Wiracocha God) To 121 Km of Cusco, it was an Inca church of monumental dimensions: 100 meters of length by 26 meters of wide and 14 meters of height; the temple is divided in two naves and each nave shows basics of 11 giant columns. The bases of the church are bulit perfectly carving stones continued with adobe. It is aprpreciated besides qolqas or granary places of military order, religious, Inca between others. ANDAHUAYLILLAS It is named the "Sixtine Chapel of America" and in some sense the comparison examples of the Andean popular religious art. The church of Andahuayliaas is a jewerly of the mestizo baroque architecture that developed in Cusco. Its nave presents profuse decoration, especially in the celling decorated with carved panels which is a recover with pan de oro (type of gold decoration). Reception and transfer to hotel Included: Transfer Hotel to Bus Stations Puno, English Tour Guide , buffet lunch , entrance to 3 parks , Transfer Bus stations to Hotel Cusco. Casa Andina Premium Cusco, Reservations for your own

At 10:00am we will come to pick up from the Hotel and will visit some of the many amazing archaeological sites and wonders in and around the city. You will see the 4 Ruins , Sacsayhuaman, Q'enko, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, remember to bring your camera on this trip as you will certainly want a reminder of the amazing awe these Inca sites can evoke.You will return to your hotel in the early evening to relax before dinner. Before setting out to eat in one of the many restaurants in Cuzco remember to put on something warm as it can get cold pretty quickly. Spend the evening enjoying the local cuisine and hospitality of Cuzco’s very friendly people. Included:  Transportations, English Tour Guide , Not Included: Tourist Tickets 130 soles, Tips

We will be picked up at 8:30 am. Full day excursion to the Urubamba Valley visiting: the colorful Indian market in Pisac where a mixture of color and tradition will be able appreciated besides will have a good opportunity to try our bargain skills on the free time to interact with the local craftsmen to purchase their hand-made souvenirs. The Valley has a distance of 31 km (19 miles) of Cusco, and an altitude of 2,970 ms (9,700 p), Pisac is located to the entrance of the Sacred Valley and followed by Ollantaytambo, the older town continuously occupied of the American continent. The narrow streets of Ollantaytambo, along with their channels that have not varied from the time Inca, evoke their ancestral in the afternoon continue to Aguas Calientes at 16:36.  Included: Transportations, English Tour Guide Not Included: Tourist ticket same tickets of city tour, Meals , Tips Overnight at El MaPi by Inkaterra, Reservations for your own

Today after breakfast we will take the first bus up to Machupicchu to see the sunrise with the guide that will take you on a tour to explore two hour and learn about this marvelous city. After the tour you will have free time to explore more  machupicchu Late in the afternoon we will take the bus to Aguas Calientes Town and board the train back to Cusco at 14:30. Included: Train Tickets round trip, Bus Up and Down In Machupicchu , Guide 2 hour , Entrance ticket to Machupicchu , Transportations Ollantaytambo to Cusco Not Included: Meals, Tips Casa Andina Premium Cusco, Reservations for your own

This day at 08:00 am, We will come to pick up from your hotel, We are going to leave to the north of the city of Cusco 30 kilometers outside the city  where we will arrive at the town of Pongobamba and Laguna Piuray where we will have a small ride on a raft made of reeds very particular in Cusco with an approximation of 45 to 50 minutes then our transport will take us to the beginning of the Walk, where we will begin to walk with a descent of 4 hours Total 12 km on the way we will appreciate natural landscapes , waterfalls , Flowers , original Inca trail , corn crops , spectacular views , we will back to Cusco at 17:00 Included: Private Transportations, English Tour Guide, Not Included : Meals , Tips Casa Andina Premium Cusco, Reservations for your own

This day we will pick up from the Hotel at 5:00am Rainbow mountain Peru, also known as Vinicunca is a undiscovered land full of wildly desert landscapes, snow capped glaciated peaks, herds of alpaca, and pristine beauty. Throughout your journey you will pass through a vibrant green valley with the impressive Ausangate mountain towering in the distance. You will experience first hand how locals live in the mountains and even see them hard at work. As you get closer to the Rainbow Mountain you will begin to see the first signs of the colored minerals that formed the painted hills. Your guide will explain what makes up the existence of the Rainbow Mountain, and finally with one last push you will hike up to a vantage point that gives you a 360 degree view of the beautiful landscape that makes up the sacred land. You have made it to the ultimate destination- The painted hills hidden deep in the Andes. OVERVIEW:

• Duration: Full Day- 5:00am- 17:00pm
• Distance: 12km/ 7.5miles
• Elevation: 4450m (14,600ft) - 5035m (16,520ft)
• Difficulty: moderate/difficult

Included: Transportations, English Tour Guide , Local Breakfast and Lunch , Entrance ticket to Park , Ballon Oxygen Not Included: Extra Horses, Tips Casa Andina Premium Cusco, Reservations for your own

Ancestral, Colonial and Modern Lima. Ancestral Lima: At the appointed time we will pick you up from your hotel and start our of Lima Historical tour, then we will go to the Pyramid at Huaca Pucllana, considered the Sacred City of the Incas, which was a ceremonial and archaeological center that was built in the 4^th century A.D… Colonial Lima: We will continue with Lima historical tour, we will visit the historical center of Lima, where you can appreciate the old Lima Square, conformed with buildings of the colonial period, among which we can highlight: The Plaza de San Martin, the Plaza de Armas de Lima, the Government Palace, the Basilica Cathedral of Lima, the promenade of the heroes and others. Then we will visit the Central Reserve Bank of Peru, here we can appreciate a great collection of treasures of what was the ancient Peru, including ceramics, gold and the best textiles of the different cultures that were located in the old Peru. During our visit we will also appreciate the monument of San Francisco, considered the largest sample of religious art in America. Within them we can find the Subway Crypts or the Catacombs. Lima Modern: Finally, we will go to the Contemporary Zone of Lima where we will appreciate the most important buildings and residential neighborhoods of Lima, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and Parque del Amor. Note: Museum of the Central Reserve Bank, closed to the visitors on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, Monday is closed all day. Included: Private Transportations, English Tour Guide Not Included: Entrance Tickets, 100 soles approximate, Tips Overnight at INNSIDE by Melia Lima Miraflores,Reservations for your own

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