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**Machu Picchu and the Huacachina Oasis 10 Days / 9 Nights**

Lima - Paracas - Huacachina - Cusco - Valle sagrado - Machupicchu - Laguna Humantay - Montaña de Colores - Lima
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This 10-day, 9-night program offers a comprehensive experience through Peru’s most iconic destinations. It begins in Lima, exploring its historical and modern highlights, along with an excursion to the Ballestas Islands and the Huacachina Oasis. The journey then continues to Cusco, where you will discover the main Inca temples and fortresses, the Sacred Valley, and the impressive Machu Picchu. The adventure is completed with visits to Humantay Lake, Maras and Moray, and the majestic Rainbow Mountain. Travel in Peru coordinates every detail to ensure a comfortable, safe, and deeply enriching experience.

Highlights

  • Arrival in Lima with private reception and transfer to the hotel to rest after the international flight.
  • City tour in Lima, visiting the colonial area, the Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro.
  • Excursion to Paracas and the Ballestas Islands, observing marine wildlife such as penguins, pelicans, and sea lions, as well as the El Candelabro geoglyph.
  • Aventura en el Oasis de Huacachina, con paseo en buggies y práctica de sandboard en las dunas del desierto de Ica.
  • Vuelo Lima – Cusco dia de aclimatacion o adaptacion a la altura de los andes
  • Tour al Valle Sagrado, explorando Pisac, su mercado artesanal y la fortaleza de Ollantaytambo, antes de tomar el tren a Aguas Calientes.
  • Guided visit to Machu Picchu, touring temples, terraces, plazas, and agricultural sectors of the Inca sanctuary.
  • Excursion to Humantay Lake (4,250 m), surrounded by the snow-capped Salkantay and Humantay mountains, with a symbolic offering to the Apus.
  • Visit to Maras and Moray, discovering the salt mines and the ancient Inca agricultural laboratory.
  • Hike to Rainbow Mountain (5,020 m), one of Peru’s most impressive natural wonders.
  • Accommodation in centrally located and safe hotels, domestic flights included, and continuous assistance throughout the entire tour.
  • Return to Lima for the international departure flight, concluding a complete experience of culture, adventure, and Peru’s unique landscapes.

Travel Itinerary

**DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LIMA – THE START OF YOUR ADVENTURE THROUGH PERU**

WELCOME TO LIMA, THE STARTING POINT OF YOUR ADVENTURE THROUGH PERU!

Upon arrival at Lima’s international airport, our staff will welcome you and transfer you by private vehicle to your hotel. This first day is intended for rest and acclimatization after your flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a walk around the area or sample Lima’s gastronomy at nearby restaurants. Thus begins your experience in Peru, with the support and personalized service of Travel in Peru, ensuring comfort and attentive care from the very first moment.

  • Tourist bus transfer from the airport to the hotel.
  • One night at a hotel in Miraflores, Lima.
  • Low difficulty
  • 2 hours
  • Lima 154 m a.s.l. (505 ft)

EXPLORE LIMA, THE CITY WHERE HISTORY COMES TO LIFE!

Explore Lima, the “City of Kings,” on a panoramic tour that combines history and modernity. We will visit the historic center, declared a World Heritage Site, to see the Main Square, the Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the Convent of Santo Domingo, where the remains of Saint Rose of Lima and Saint Martin de Porres rest. Then we will continue to the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, enjoying views of the ocean from the Costa Verde. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the capital at your own pace.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Breakfast
  • One night at a hotel in Miraflores, Lima
  • Low difficulty
  • 4 hours
  • Lima 154 m a.s.l. (505 ft)

LIVE A DAY OF ADVENTURE BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE PERUVIAN DESERT!

Very early in the morning, we will travel to Paracas, where we will board a speedboat to tour the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, penguins, and guano birds. Along the way, we will see the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph carved into the coastal sand. We will then continue to the city of Ica to visit the incredible Huacachina Oasis, a paradise among the dunes. Here, we will enjoy an adrenaline-filled experience riding buggies and practicing sandboarding. At the end of the day, we will return to Lima to rest and prepare for the next stage of the journey.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Take-away breakfast
  • One night at a hotel in Miraflores, Lima
  • Low difficulty
  • 15 hours
  • Paracas: 5 m a.s.l. (16 ft), Huacachina (Ica): 400 m a.s.l. (1,312 ft)

ARRIVE IN CUSCO AND FEEL THE ENERGY OF THE INCA EMPIRE!

In the morning, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire and one of the most fascinating cities in Peru. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you and take you to your hotel to rest and begin the acclimatization process to the altitude (3,400 m a.s.l. / 11,155 ft).

This day is designed for a calm adjustment: enjoy a cup of coca tea, stroll through the cobblestone streets, visit the Main Square, or admire the sunset from San Blas. Get ready for the following days, where history, culture, and Andean landscapes await you with Travel in Peru.

  • Private vehicle for transfers in Lima and Cusco
  • Flight to the city of Cusco
  • One night at a hotel in Cusco city
  • Low difficulty
  • 2 hours
  • Cusco: 3,400 meters above sea level (11,155 ft)

DISCOVER THE SACRED VALLEY AND TRAVEL BY TRAIN TO MACHU PICCHU!

Departure toward the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, crossing mountains and Andean villages. We will visit the archaeological site of Pisac, famous for its agricultural terraces and colorful artisan market. Then we will head to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch. In the afternoon, we will explore the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo, one of the few towns that still preserves its original Inca layout. We will end the day by boarding the tourist train to Aguas Calientes, at the foot of Machu Picchu, where we will spend the night.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • One-way train Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Town
  • One-way train Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu Town
  • Low difficulty
  • Approximately 9 hours
  • Sacred Valley: 2,800 meters above sea level (9,186 ft)

DISCOVER INCA GREATNESS AT MACHU PICCHU, PERU’S GREATEST TREASURE!

Very early in the morning, we will board the bus that ascends to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Accompanied by your professional guide, you will tour the most important sectors of the citadel: temples, plazas, agricultural terraces, and ceremonial enclosures, discovering its history and the legacy of the Inca civilization. Surrounded by a mountainous and jungle landscape, you will enjoy a mystical atmosphere and spectacular views.

After the visit, we will descend to Aguas Calientes to board the tourist train to Ollantaytambo and then continue the return in shared transportation to Cusco, closing an unforgettable day with Travel in Peru.

Entrance to Machu Picchu, subject to route and schedule availability.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Breakfast
  • Return train Machu Picchu – Ollantaytambo
  • One night at a hotel in Cusco
  • Low difficulty
  • Approximately 9 hours
  • Machu Picchu altitude: 2,430 meters above sea level (7,972 ft)

HIKE TO HUMANTAY LAKE AND DISCOVER A HIDDEN PARADISE IN THE ANDES!

Early in the morning, we will depart from Cusco toward the town of Mollepata, where we will enjoy an Andean breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa (3,900 m), the starting point of the hike. The ascent to Humantay Lake (4,250 m) offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped Salkantay and Humantay mountains, along with a deep connection to nature. Upon arrival, you will admire the intense turquoise color of its waters and take part in a brief offering ceremony to the Apus, sacred mountains for Andean peoples. After lunch, we will return to Cusco, concluding an experience full of energy and natural beauty.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • One night at a hotel in Cusco
  • Approximately 13 hours
  • Humantay: 4,250 meters above sea level (13,943 ft).

DISCOVER MARAS AND MORAY, A TESTIMONY TO INCA INGENUITY IN THE SACRED VALLEY!

We will depart from Cusco toward the picturesque town of Chinchero, where you will learn about traditional Andean textile art and ancestral natural dyeing techniques. We will then continue to the impressive Maras Salt Mines (3,000 m), a complex of more than 3,000 salt ponds that have been exploited from Inca times to the present day. Next, we will visit the archaeological complex of Moray (3,500 m), considered an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory used to experiment with crops in different microclimates. This tour combines history, engineering, and spectacular landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, before returning to Cusco in the afternoon.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visits
  • Breakfast
  • One night at a hotel in Cusco
  • Approximately 6 hours
  • Moray: 3,500 meters above sea level (11,482 ft).

ASCEND TO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN AND ADMIRE THE GREAT WORK OF ANDEAN NATURE!

Very early in the morning, we will depart from Cusco toward the southern part of the valley, making a stop in Cusipata (3,100 m) to enjoy an Andean breakfast. We will then continue by vehicle to the starting point of the hike (4,400 m), where we will begin the ascent to the impressive Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca (5,020 m). Along the way, we will enjoy high-Andean landscapes, herds of llamas and alpacas, as well as panoramic views of the snow-capped Ausangate, the most sacred mountain in the region. After taking in the surroundings and photos, we will descend for lunch and return to Cusco, concluding a day full of adventure and nature.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites
  • Shared guide for the visi
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • One night at a hotel in Cusco
  • Approximately 13 hours
  • Rainbow Mountain: approximately 5,020 meters above sea level (16,466 ft)

SAY GOODBYE TO PERU CARRYING UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES WITH YOU!

According to your international flight schedule, our team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Lima’s airport, assisting you with boarding preparations. This final day marks the end of an unforgettable experience filled with culture, history, and Peru’s unique landscapes. After several days exploring the coast, the Andes, and the Inca legacy, you will depart with the satisfaction of having lived a complete and authentic journey. Travel in Peru thanks you for your trust and looks forward to welcoming you again to continue discovering the wonders of our country together.

  • Private vehicle for the airport transfer
  • Breakfast
  • Approximately 2 hours
  • Cusco: 3,399 meters above sea level (11,152 ft)

Price and inclusions

This program takes you to discover Peru’s most representative destinations, combining history, nature, and culture. It begins in Lima, the country’s modern and gastronomic capital, and then continues to Paracas to explore the Ballestas Islands, a refuge for unique marine wildlife. The journey continues to the Huacachina Oasis, where the desert becomes a stage for adventure. In Cusco, you will explore the heritage of the Inca Empire, visiting the Sacred Valley and the majestic Machu Picchu. Finally, you will discover Humantay Lake and Rainbow Mountain, two natural jewels of the Andes. A journey designed to experience the best of Peru with organization and excellence.

The price includes

  • Reception and continuous assistance throughout the entire tour.
  • Domestic flights: Lima – Cusco / Cusco – Lima.
  • 09 nights of accommodation in selected hotels, according to the program.
  • Daily breakfasts starting from the second day.
  • Transfers and ground transportation in tourist service (private or shared, depending on each excursion).
  • Excursions to: Lima, Paracas, Huacachina, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake, and Rainbow Mountain.
  • Tourist train tickets: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Tourist bus for ascent and descent to Machu Picchu.
  • Official entrance tickets to all archaeological and natural sites mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Professional Spanish-speaking guides during all visits.
  • Breakfast and lunch on the Humantay Lake and Rainbow Mountain excursions.
  • First-aid equipment and oxygen during the hikes.

Not included

  • International flights.
  • Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary.
  • Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes (optional).
  • Drinks, personal snacks, and additional expenses.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, or service staff.
  • Travel insurance (recommended).
  • Support horses at Humantay Lake (optional service, hired directly).
  • ATVs or motorcycles at Humantay Lake (not included).
  • Activities or services not expressly mentioned in the program.
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