Along the way......

A 17-day itinerary combining the discovery of Inca civilizations with Peru of today... We recommend this unforgettable experience on Lake Titicaca where the inhabitants of the small village of Llachon will offer you their hospitality. You will discover Cusco and its surroundings by first taking the Inca trails which eventually lead to the Amazon… Have a good trip!

 

Day 1 : LIMA / RECEPTION

Reception upon arrival at Jorge Chavez airport, in Lima. Transfer to the hotel. Meals open.

 

Day 2 : LIMA - JULIACA (BY PLANE) – LLACHON (TITICACA)

In the early morning, transfer to the Lima airport for a flight to Juliaca.
Reception and transfer in a private vehicle to the Capachica Peninsula on Lake Titicaca. We follow a dirt road to reach the typical Peruvian village of Llachon, which overlooks Lake Titicaca, at an altitude of 3820 meters (11 460 feet).
Felipe and his family receive us into the heart of their community. Lunch, dinner and night at the house of a local resident. Meals open.
Please note: visitors are not accompanied by a guide on this flight. Timetable and specific airline details to be communicated to visitors upon arrival in Peru.

 

Day 3 : LLACHON – AMANTANI (TITICACA)

In the early morning, departure for the small port of Llachon, from where we embark on the one hour cruise to Amantani.
Reception in one of the families of the island. Lunch in the family and visit of the Incan vestiges dedicated to the ‘Pachapapa’ and to the ’Pachamama’.
Lunch, dinner and night in a family. All included.

 

Day 4 : AMANTANI –TAQUILE – PUNO (TITICACA)

In the morning, departure by boat for a one-hour cruise to Taquile, an island of great cultural interest, where residents live in harmony with the ancestral traditions.
Visit and lunch in a typical restaurant (not included). Back to Puno in mid-afternoon. Transfer to the hotel. Meals open.

 

Day 5 : PUNO – CUZCO (TOURIST BUS)

Transfer to the Puno land terminal. Journey by bus to Cuzco, Navel of the Inca Empire. This itinerary allows you to enjoy wonderful landscapes along the road, via the Raya Pass, at 4320 meters above sea level (14173 feet). Visit of the Pukara Museum, the archaeological site of Raqchi and the “Sistine Chapel” of the Andes in Andahuaylillas.
Reception and transfer to the hotel in Cuzco. Lunch included (buffet lunch at Sicuani). Dinner open.
Note: visitors are not accompanied by a guide on the bus journey. However, a Spanish/English-speaking guide, exclusive to the bus company, participates to the journey and gives information along the way.

 

Day 6 : CUZCO / COMPLETE CITY TOUR

Day dedicated to the discovery of Cuzco and its surrounding areas. In the morning, visit of the archaeological sites overlooking the city: Tambomachay, Q’enko, Pukapucara and Sacsayhuaman. We then walk down to the San Blas quarter (the artists’ place). We pass by the famous 12 angles stone and continue to the San Pedro market to familiarize ourselves with local products.
In the afternoon, visits of the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), and of the Cathedral, exhibiting some paintings from the School of Cuzco and many goldsmith’s art, silver and precious stones treasures.
Transfer to the hotel at the end of the afternoon. Meals open.

 

Day 7 : CUZCO – PISAC – MARAS - OLLANTAYTAMBO – SACRED VALLEY

In the morning, departure in a private vehicle for a day dedicated to the discovery of the Sacred Valley. First stop at the ruins of Pisac. Visit of the site and walk around the handicraft market.
Typical lunch and stop in a ceramic workshop in Urubamba (Ayllu if opens). Continuation of the journey to Maras: salt mines in the middle of the Cordillera! Walk down to the Urumbamba River where the vehicle awaits us. Continuation to the Incan village of Ollantaytambo. Visit of the fortress. Lunch included. Dinner open.

 

Day 8 : SACRED VALLEY - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUASCALIENTES – MACHU PICCHU - CUZCO

In the morning, departure from the train station of Ollantaytambo for the journey to Aguascalientes.
Direct connection to the shuttle service that will drive you to the citadel of Machu Picchu.
Day dedicated to the visit of the site; one of the wonders of the world, discovered in 1911 by the American anthropologist Hiram Bingham. Meals open.
Note: depending on availabilities, the return journey can be done by train to Ollantaytambo and then by private vehicle to Cuzco.

 

Day 9 : CUZCO – LIMATAMBO – CURUHUASI – CACHORA - CAPULIYOC – CHIQUISCA / TREK

Departure from Cuzco to Cachora by vehicle. On the way, we cross important granite deposits. We pass near the Incan archaeological remains of Saywite. The departure point of the trek is Cachora, at an altitude of 2850 meters a.s.l. (el. 9,350 feet).
After going over the Capuliyoc Pass, we descend to Chiquisca Camp. All included.
Hiking time: around 7 hours; Climate: subtropical.

 

Day 10 : CHIQUISCA – PLAYA ROSALINA – MARAMPATA – CHOQUEQUIRAU / TREK

The ascent of the highest part of the region begins at the bridge of Choquequirao (el. 1500 m.a.s.l. / el. 4,920 feet). Crossing of the villages of Santa Rosa and Maranpata (el. 2850 m.a.s.l. / el. 9,350 feet).
Arrival at the site of Choquequirao, Bivouac. All included.
Hiking time: around 7 hours; Climate: warm in the day and cold at night.

 

Day 11 : CHOQUEQUIRAU – SAN IGNACIO – CARMEN / TREK

After watching the sunrise at the citadel, departure for the exploration of the ruins.
Walk along the surrounding trails, to appreciate the incredible panorama of the Apurimac Canyon. Arrival in Carmen, via Playa (beach) San Ignacio. Night in a camp at an altitude of 2000 meters a.s.l. (el. 5,661 feet). All included.
Hiking time: around 5 hours; Climate: Subtropical with mosquitoes.

 

Day 12 : CARMEN – HACIENDA TAMBO BAMBA - PACOBAMBA – HUANIPACA - CUZCO/ TREK

Visit of the Hacienda Tambo Bamba, offering rich agricultural production.
Continuation of the journey via the community of Pacobamba. Arrival in Huanipaca, at an altitude of 3150 meters a.s.l. (el. 10,334 feet). Return by road to Cuzco and arrival at the hotel. Lunch included. Dinner open.
Hiking time: around 5 hours; Climate: moderate.

 

Day 13 : CUZCO / DAY OPEN

Day open in Cuzco, at the heart of the Inca Empire. Night in hotel. Meals open.

 

Day 14 : CUZCO – PUERTO MALDONADO (BY PLANE) – LODGE / GROUP

Transfer to the airport for a flight with destination Puerto Maldonado, the getaway to Amazonia.
Reception and transfer to the Lodge located forty minutes away by boat. In the afternoon, walk in the forest to familiarize ourselves with the local flora and fauna. Later, nocturnal photo safari to observe caimans.
Please note: visitors are not accompanied by a guide on this flight. Timetable and specific airline details to be communicated to visitors upon arrival in Peru.

 

Day 15 : OBSERVATION OF PARROTS – MONKEY ISLAND – LAKE SANDOVAL / GROUP

In the early morning, observation of parrots that gather by the dozen, at the Collpa de los Loros. Breakfast and then departure for Monkey Island.
Continuation by foot, for a 5-mile walk to Lake Sandoval to observe giant otters, kingfishers and even piranhas. Night at the Lodge.

 

Day 16 : LODGE – PUERTO MALDONADO – LIMA (BY PLANE) / GROUP

Open day. Possibility to visit the fruit market of Puerto Maldonado, and then transfer to the airport. Reception in Cuzco or Lima and transfer to the hotel.
Please note: visitors are not accompanied by a guide on this flight. Timetable and specific airline details to be communicated to visitors upon arrival in Peru.
Option: city tour of Lima – contact us.

 

Day 17 : LIMA / INTERNATIONAL RETURN FLIGHT

Three hours before take-off, transfer to Jorge Chavez airport in Lima.
Connection with the international return flight. Meals open.

 

Included:

  All tours mentioned in this program

  Private English-speaking guide

  Aforementioned transport: domestic flights, trains

  Private transfer to airport / station / bus terminal / hotel with Spanish-speaking chauffeur

  Entrance to sites, museums and natural parks

  Hotels with double or triple room including breakfast

  Aforementioned meals

  Guide expenses (transport, hotels, meals, etc…)

 

Not Included:

  International return flight

  Individual equipment (sleeping bag, torch lamp, etc…)

  Obligatory travel insurance

  Entrance fees if mentioned

  Drinks

  Tips

  Airport tax ($US 6 per person for national flights, $US 30 per person for international flights)

  Aforementioned free meals

General information Peru

Equipment to bring

Travel and health advice

Altitude stays

Climate