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FROM THE COAST TO THE HEART OF THE PERUVIAN ANDES 14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS

LIMA – BALLESTAS ISLANDS – HUACACHINA OASIS – NAZCA LINES – COLCA CANYON – LAKE TITICACA – MACHU PICCHU – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – LIMA
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This 14-day itinerary offers a carefully planned journey through the country’s most iconic destinations. From modern Lima to the Ballestas Islands, the Huacachina desert, and the enigmatic Nazca Lines, the journey continues to the colonial elegance of Arequipa and the impressive Colca Canyon. In the highlands, you will discover the living traditions of Lake Titicaca and its communities. The experience concludes in Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the majestic citadel of Machu Picchu. Travel in Peru ensures excellence, comfort, and personalized attention in every detail of the journey.

Highlights

  • Lima: arrival in the Peruvian capital and free afternoon to explore its most iconic neighborhoods.
  • Paracas and Ballestas Islands: boat tour among marine wildlife—penguins, sea lions, and Pacific seabirds.
  • Huacachina: visit to the desert oasis, with the option of buggy rides and sandboarding.
  • Nazca: visit to the ancient Cantalloc aqueducts and the option to take a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines.
  • Arequipa: tour of its colonial city center, the Santa Catalina Convent, and volcanic viewpoints.
  • Colca Canyon: condor flight observation and visits to traditional Andean villages.
  • Lake Titicaca: boat navigation to the floating Uros Islands and shared experiences with local families on Taquile.
  • Puno – Cusco Route: scenic journey with stops at Raqchi, La Raya, and the Andahuaylillas Church.
  • Cusco: tour of its temples, colonial streets, and the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay.
  • Sacred Valley: visit to Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo, combining living history and unique landscapes.
  • Machu Picchu: guided exploration of the Inca citadel, one of the wonders of the modern world.
  • Return to Lima: end of the circuit with a domestic flight and international connection.

Travel Itinerary

Day 01. Arrival in Lima / City Tour

START YOUR GREAT ADVENTURE THROUGH PERU HERE!

Reception at the airport and private transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a panoramic tour of Lima, the “City of Kings.” We will explore the Historic Center—declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site—including the Main Square, Cathedral, Government Palace, and Santo Domingo Convent. The tour concludes in the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, with views of the Pacific Ocean.
Overnight in Lima.

  • Private vehicle transfer from the airport to the hotel.
  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Miraflores, Lima.
  • 4 hours
  • Lima altitude: 161 m / 528 ft above sea level.

DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF PERU’S SOUTHERN COAST!

Early departure toward Paracas. We will take a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, penguins, and seabirds. Along the way, we will view the famous “Candelabra” geoglyph. We then continue to the Huacachina Oasis, located in the Ica desert, where you will enjoy an adrenaline-filled experience with dune buggies and sandboarding. Final journey to Nazca.
Overnight in Nazca.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Boxed breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Nazca.
  • Approximately 16 hours.
  • Lima altitude: 161 m / 528 ft above sea level.

ELEVATE YOUR SENSES AND DISCOVER THE MYSTERY OF THE NAZCA LINES!

In the morning, we will enjoy a spectacular light aircraft flight over the enigmatic Nazca Lines, one of the greatest expressions of pre-Inca engineering and art. From the air, you will observe large geometric and zoomorphic figures such as the hummingbird, the monkey, and the spider, etched more than a thousand years ago in the desert. After this unique experience, in the afternoon you will board the bus to the city of Arequipa, followed by a transfer to the hotel to rest.
Overnight in Arequipa.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites / taxes.
  • Nazca Lines overflight.
  • Breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Nazca.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • Arequipa altitude: 2,335 m / 7,660 ft above sea level.

DISCOVER THE CHARM OF THE WHITE CITY!

Free day to relax or explore the elegant “White City,” surrounded by volcanoes. We recommend visiting the Main Square, the Santa Catalina Convent, or the Andean Sanctuaries Museum. Its colonial architecture and gastronomy make Arequipa a true gem of southern Peru.
Overnight in Arequipa.

  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Arequipa.
  • Breakfast.
  • Arequipa altitude: 2,335 m / 7,660 ft above sea level.

ASCEND INTO THE MOUNTAINS AND DISCOVER THE HOME OF THE CONDOR!

Today we begin our journey to one of the most impressive destinations in southern Peru: the Colca Canyon. We will cross the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, home to vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas in their natural habitat. During the ascent, we will make panoramic stops until reaching the Volcanoes Viewpoint (4,950 m / 16,240 ft), offering views of the snow-capped Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. Upon arrival in Chivay, the heart of the valley, you will have the afternoon free to rest or visit the La Calera hot springs (37°C), ideal for relaxation after the journey.
Overnight in Chivay.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites / taxes.
  • Breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Nazca.
  • Approximately 9 hours.
  • Chivay altitude: 3,635 m / 11,925 ft above sea level.

ADMIRE THE FLIGHT OF THE CONDOR AND FEEL THE GRANDEUR OF THE ANDES!

At dawn, we will depart for the Condor Cross viewpoint (3,800 m / 12,467 ft), one of the most spectacular spots in the Colca Canyon. From here, we will observe the majestic flight of the Andean condor, a symbol of Peru’s skies, as the canyon abyss opens before our eyes with a depth of more than 1,200 meters.
On the return journey, we will visit picturesque villages such as Yanque, Coporaque, Achoma, and Maca, where traditions, textiles, and colonial churches reflect the living essence of the Andean world.
In the afternoon, we will continue by road to the highland city of Puno (3,827 m / 12,555 ft), on the shores of the legendary Lake Titicaca.
Overnight in Puno.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites / taxes.
  • Breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Puno.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Puno.
  • Colca Canyon altitude: 3,635 m / 11,925 ft above sea level.

SAIL THE SACRED WATERS OF TITICACA AND CONNECT WITH ITS PEOPLE!

After breakfast, we will begin an unforgettable navigation on Lake Titicaca (3,812 m / 12,506 ft), the highest navigable lake in the world. Our first stop will be the Uros Floating Islands, ingeniously built from totora reeds, where the inhabitants share their traditions, history, and ancestral way of life on the water. We will then continue to Taquile Island, a place that preserves Inca customs and an exemplary community organization. From its natural terraces, you will enjoy incomparable panoramic views of the lake and the highland mountains.
Overnight in Puno.

  • Shared boat for the visits.
  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast and local lunch.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Puno.
  • Approximately 9 hours.
  • Puno altitude: 3,827 m / 12,555 ft above sea level.

TRAVEL ALONG THE ROUTE OF THE SUN AND FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE INCAS!

Today we will begin a scenic journey to the imperial city of Cusco along the famous Route of the Sun, a route that combines history, culture, and nature. Our first stop will be the Pucará Museum (3,910 m / 12,828 ft), birthplace of the traditional ceramic bull figures. We will continue to La Raya (4,335 m / 14,222 ft), the highest point of the route, where snow-capped mountains and herds of llamas frame unforgettable landscapes.
Next, we will visit the Raqchi Temple, an ancient ceremonial center dedicated to the god Wiracocha, and later the Andahuaylillas Church (3,121 m / 10,239 ft), a jewel of colonial Baroque art known for its murals. We will enjoy an Andean lunch in Sicuani before continuing the journey to Cusco, the historic capital of Peru.
Overnight in Cusco.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Cusco.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • Cusco altitude: 3,400 m / 11,154 ft above sea level.

HIKE TO HUMANTAY LAGOON AND FEEL THE POWER OF THE ANDES!

Very early in the morning, we will depart toward the village of Mollepata (2,803 m / 9,196 ft), where we will enjoy an Andean breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,795 ft), the starting point of our hike. We will begin the ascent to the impressive Humantay Lagoon (4,250 m / 13,944 ft), located at the foot of the majestic Salkantay Mountain (6,271 m / 20,574 ft).
During the hike, the guide will share the history and spiritual significance of this sacred lagoon, while we enjoy spectacular views of the Andes and its turquoise waters reflecting the glaciers. Upon arrival, we will perform a brief gratitude ceremony to nature, a traditional Andean practice honoring the Apus, or protective mountains.
After time to rest and take photographs, we will begin the descent back to Soraypampa and return to Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Cusco.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • Humantay Lagoon altitude: 4,250 m / 13,944 ft above sea level.

ENTER THE SACRED VALLEY AND FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE INCAS!

Today we will explore one of the most emblematic regions of the ancient empire: the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Our first stop will be Chinchero (3,762 m / 12,342 ft), known as the “Town of the Rainbow,” where we will visit its archaeological site and witness a demonstration of traditional Andean weaving.
We will continue to Moray (3,385 m / 11,105 ft), a remarkable Inca agricultural laboratory formed by circular terraces that showcase the brilliance of their engineering. Then we will visit the Maras Salt Mines (3,380 m / 11,089 ft), a complex of more than 3,000 salt pools that shimmer under the sun and have been used since pre-Inca times.

After a buffet lunch in Urubamba, we will head to Ollantaytambo (2,792 m / 9,160 ft), a living jewel of the Inca period, where we will tour the Temple of the Sun and its impressive terraces.
In the afternoon, we will board the tourist train to Aguas Calientes (2,040 m / 6,692 ft), the town at the foot of Machu Picchu.
Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Machu Picchu Town.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • One-way train ticket from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu Town.
  • Maximum altitude of the Sacred Valley of the Incas: 3,762 m / 12,342 ft above sea level.

EXPERIENCE THE MOST ANTICIPATED MOMENT OF YOUR JOURNEY AND CONQUER MACHU PICCHU!

Very early in the morning, we will board the bus that ascends to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu (2,430 m / 7,972 ft), one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Upon arrival, we will begin a guided tour of approximately two hours, exploring its main sectors: the Temple of the Sun, the Temple of the Condor, the Sacred Plaza, ceremonial fountains, agricultural terraces, and the ancient paths that once connected the citadel with the rest of the Inca Empire.

During the visit, our guide will share the history, symbolism, and architectural secrets of this Andean masterpiece. You will then have free time to enjoy the landscape, take photographs, and connect with the spiritual energy of the site.
In the afternoon, we will descend by bus to Aguas Calientes, take the train to Ollantaytambo, and continue by ground transportation to Cusco.

Note: Train schedules, availability, and entry routes to Machu Picchu (circuits or additional mountains) may vary depending on demand and official park regulations.

Overnight in Cusco.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Cusco.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • Return train ticket from Machu Picchu Town to Ollantaytambo.
  • Machu Picchu altitude: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft above sea level.

DARE TO REACH THE SKY AT RAINBOW MOUNTAIN!

Very early in the morning, we will depart from Cusco toward the southern valley, passing through picturesque landscapes until reaching the village of Cusipata (3,310 m / 10,860 ft), where we will enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast. We will then continue to the starting point of the hike, at approximately 4,500 m / 14,764 ft, where we will begin the ascent to the famous Rainbow Mountain – Vinicunca (5,020 m / 16,466 ft).
During the hike, the guide will explain the geological origin of its natural colors, formed by minerals that paint the mountain in bands of red, green, yellow, and ochre.

As we ascend, we will enjoy spectacular views of the snow-capped Ausangate Mountain (6,384 m / 20,945 ft), the highest and most sacred mountain in the Cusco region.
Upon reaching the summit, there will be time to admire the scenery, take photographs, and feel the powerful energy of the Andes. We will then begin the descent to enjoy a comforting lunch before returning to Cusco in the late afternoon.
Overnight in Cusco.

  • Shared vehicle for the visits.
  • Professional guide for the tour.
  • Entrance fees to the visited sites.
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Cusco.
  • Approximately 10 hours.
  • Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) altitude: 5,020 m / 16,466 ft above sea level.

FAREWELL TO CUSCO, BUT TAKE ITS MAGIC WITH YOU!

Enjoy your last day in the magical city of Cusco (3,400 m / 11,154 ft), the former capital of the Inca Empire. Spend the morning at your own pace strolling through its cobblestone streets, visiting museums, temples, or colorful handicraft markets full of tradition. We recommend exploring the San Blas neighborhood, famous for its art workshops and panoramic views, or tasting the exquisite local cuisine at one of its traditional restaurants.
At the scheduled time, our team will transfer you to the airport to take your domestic flight to Lima, where you may continue with your international connection or rest before returning home.
Overnight in Lima.

  • Private vehicle for transfers in Cusco and Lima.
  • Breakfast.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Lima.
  • Approximately 2 hours.
  • Lima altitude: 161 m / 528 ft above sea level.

SEE YOU SOON—PERU WILL ALWAYS WELCOME YOU WITH OPEN ARMS!

At the scheduled time, our team will coordinate your private transfer to Jorge Chávez International Airport, providing assistance at all times to ensure a smooth boarding process. Depending on your flight schedule, you may take advantage of your final hours in Lima (161 m / 528 ft) to enjoy a walk along the seafront, shop for souvenirs, or savor Peru’s renowned cuisine before departure.
This unforgettable journey comes to an end—filled with history, culture, landscapes, and unique moments that will remain etched in your memory.
End of our services.

  • Private vehicle for the transfer in Lima.
  • Breakfast.
  • Approximately 2 hours.
  • Lima altitude: 161 m / 528 ft above sea level.

Price and inclusions

Experience an unforgettable journey through southern Peru with Travel in Peru. Begin in Lima, the capital rich in history and flavor, and continue to the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions and Pacific seabirds. Feel the thrill on the dunes of the Huacachina Oasis and admire the mysterious Nazca Lines from the air. Explore the impressive Colca Canyon, sail across the mystical Lake Titicaca, and be amazed by Machu Picchu, the jewel of the Inca Empire. Conclude by ascending the astonishing Rainbow Mountain. With Travel in Peru, every destination becomes a unique and unforgettable experience.

The price includes

  • Accommodation in hotels according to the itinerary.
  • Daily breakfasts and meals mentioned in the program.
  • All transfers and tourist transportation (private or shared) throughout the journey.
  • Professional guides in Spanish and English for all included excursions.
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned tourist attractions: Ballestas Islands, Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu, and Rainbow Mountain.
  • Train tickets Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Tourist bus Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
  • Personalized assistance and continuous support from Travel in Peru throughout the entire journey.

Not included

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Optional activities (buggy rides in Huacachina, hot springs in Colca, additional mountain hikes, etc.).
  • Tips for guides, drivers, or service staff.
  • Travel insurance, personal expenses, or unforeseen costs due to medical, weather, or logistical reasons.
  • Other services not specified in the program.
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