Peru is one of the few countries in the world that offers a variety of natural regions and climates. This touristic Peru Itinerary of 10 days is designed to show you the most varied ecosystems and landscapes, from the coast of Lima, to the inhospitable jungles of the Amazon and the high mountains of the Peruvian Andes.
Andes Amazonia Peru is a tour that combines the best tourist destinations in the Peruvian Andes starting in our capital Lima, then traveling to an eco-lodge in the middle of the Amazon Tambopata Reserve. We will then reach the Peruvian Andes where we will visit Cusco, the capital of the Inca´s Empire, and of course the magical Lost City of the Incas- Machu Picchu. Finally, we will visit Puno where Lake Titicaca is located, the highest navigable lake in the world.

INCLUDED:

• 01 night in Lima.
• 02 nights at Wasai Lodge Tamnopata.
• 02 hotel nights in Cusco.
• 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
• 02 nights in Puno.
• Tickets to all touristic destinations mentioned in the program, including Lima, Puno, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu and Puerto Maldonado.
• Return train ticket to Aguas Calientes.
• Return Bus Ticket Machu Picchu.
• All transfers to the airport and bus and train stations in private.
• Guided Group services.
• Professional guide English - Spanish.
• Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley - 6th.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Air tickets.
• Food
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 1: LIMA - INTERNATIONAL ARRIVAL TO LIMA - CITY TOUR:

Our 10 days Peru Itinerary starts with assistance upon arrival at the "Jorge Chavez" Lima International Airport and subsequent transfer to the chosen hotel.
In the afternoon, we'll pick you up from your hotel to start the City tour which will last about 2 hours. We'll begin our tour with a panoramic view of the "Huaca Pucllana", a magnificent ceremonial and archeological center built in the fourth century B.C and considered "Sacred Town" by the Incas.
We'll visit the Historic Center of Lima where you can appreciate more than fifty monuments and colonial buildings, highlighting the "Paseo de la República", San Martin Square, Main Square, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, the Cathedral, the Municipal Palace between others. The Viceroyalty of Peru was the most important of the Spanish Empire and Lima was its capital. Then, we'll visit the MUSEUM OF CENTRAL RESERVE BANK*, here we'll enjoy the collection of "Peru's Treasures", a fine selection of gold objects, ceramics and textiles of various pre-Columbian cultures. Then, we'll visit the Monumental Set of San Francisco, which is the largest sample of colonial religious art in America. It is really recommended the visit to its subterranean crypts known as "Catacombs", as they are its highlights.
Finally, we'll visit the contemporary city of Lima, we will take a walk through the most traditional residential areas of Lima, El Olivar of San Isidro, Miraflores and Larcomar.

It includes:

• Group guided services. Spanish - English Bilingual Guide
• Official Tourism Guide.
• Entrance tickets to museums and attractions.
• Tourist transport with professional driver.
• Informative briefing ahead of tour.
• Pick-up from hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Lima.
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Not included:

• Tips
• Food.
• Services not specified in the program.

DAY 2: LIMA - PUERTO MALDONADO - TAMBOPATA LODGE - AMAZON TOUR

Early in the morning, we'll pick you up from your hotel to head to the airport and catch our flight to cross the Peruvian Andes and reach the Peruvian Amazon.
We'll arrive at the city of Puerto Maldonado, a very hot place where we will be welcomed at the airport and we will transfer to WASAI Maldonado Ecolodge, where we will receive our welcome with a delicious cocktail or tropical juice, as part of our amazon tour.
You will embark a motorboat (trip) and transfer for approximately 3 and 1⁄2 hours up to the Tambopata River to the WASAI Tambopata Lodge (Lunchbox on route). During the trip, we will have the opportunity to observe various species of birds, families of capybaras, the largest rodents in the world, alligators and other wildlife. Reception and accommodation at the lodge.
After a short rest, we'll take a night walk to the forest to observe and hear insects, bats, frogs, and maybe have an occasional encounter with nocturnal mammals. Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.
The diverse sounds of the jungle will accompany our first night in the Amazon. Night at WASAI Tambopata Lodge.

DAY 3: VISIT TO MACAW CLAY LICK

We'll get up early (04:30 a.m.) and take a light coffee or mate to start our 40-minute journey upstream to the Macaw Clay Lick of "Chuncho" in Bahuaja-Sonene National Park. We will have the opportunity to enjoy beautiful natural sceneries and wildlife on the banks of the Tambopata River.
Upon arrival, if weather conditions allow, we could see one of the greatest spectacles of the rainforest: hundreds of parrots and macaws of various species descending to feed on the mud of a ravine, an experience you will never forget! Then, we'll have a snack. By midmorning, we'll return to the lodge for breakfast and enjoy some free time, of which you can take advantage to rest.
Also, you'll have the opportunity to bathe in the Tambopata River. Those who wish may practice Kayaking (*) or catch some of the more than 250 species of fish that inhabit the area.
After lunch, we'll go into the jungle taking a Ethnobotanical walk along the trails of Tambopata, learning about medicinal plants and trees in the area, and observing the amazing ecosystem of the Amazon, where we might see palm trees, ancient kapok trees (trees ), snakes, etc.
At nightfall, we will take a night boat ride in search of alligators. Dinner and night at WASAI Tambopata Lodge.

NOT INCLUDED:

• (*) Adventure activities such as kayaking, flying fox (zipline); these have an additional cost of $ 20.00 and $ 40.00 for climbing 50-m tree.

DAY 4: PUERTO MALDONADO - CUSCO:

After breakfast, we will return by boat to Puerto Maldonado to take our flight to Cusco. At about noon, we will arrive at the capital of the Inca Empire; they will pick up us from the airport and we will go to the chosen hotel. We'll have the rest of the afternoon free to acclimatize to the Cusquenian altitude.

DAY 5: CUSCO CITY AND SURROUNDINGS:

Enjoy a free morning in Cusco and then, at approximately 1:10 PM, we will pick you up at the hotel and begin our city tour, starting with the Cathedral of Cusco, that houses in its walls artistic treasures of incalculable value, and which is considered by many the most beautiful in South America.
Afterward, we will visit the Qorikancha. This wonderful temple is considered sacred because it harbored Inca priests that were in charge of worshiping, Inti, the Sun God. We will then continue our guided tour of the archaeological centers located around the city of Cusco. We will start with Sacsayhuaman- the Quechua name that means "satisfied falcon"- which was built with huge stone blocks. In the time of the Incas, it was called the "House of the Sun" and was a religious center of great importance in local tradition. Afterward, we will visit, Qenqo- Quechua word meaning "Labyrinth" named by the Spanish for its labyrinthine underground galleries and small canals carved in zigzag. We will continue our tour visiting Puka-Pukara, called the Red Fortress, which is built with stones in that color tone and finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay which was an Inca temple dedicated to worshipping the water.
Our tour ends at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, at approximately 6:00 pm.

INCLUDED:

• Hotel night in Cusco.
• Entrance to all tourist destinations mentioned (tourist ticket - Cathedral and Qoricancha).
• All transfers in tourist bus.
• Guided group services.
• Spanish - English professional guide.
• Information prior to the tour.

Not included:

• Food.
• Other services not mentioned.

Recomendations:

After the tour, stroll through the Plaza de Armas and surrounding areas, where you can appreciate the work of the Cusquenian artisans in craft stores. You can also grab a bite at the famous Peruvian cuisine restaurants nearby or relax on the park benches of Plaza de Armas and then take the classic photo there for memories to last during the warm weather, despite the cold nights of Cusco. And if you like the feeling of the night around the square you will find many nightclubs and bars filled with tourists and locals who expect to have fun with good music and drinks.

DAY 6: SACRED VALLEY - CUSCO - PISAC - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES:

Full day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Breakfast at the hotel. At 8:00 AM we pick you up from your hotel and start visiting the archaeological site of Pisac located 45 minutes from Cusco by private transport. Pisac will give you an idea of advanced knowledge achieved by the Incas in architecture. As in other Inca constructions, some studies show that this was not a fortress but a kind of "real estate", property of Inca Pachacutec, consisting of platforms, domestic and ceremonial structures and aqueducts that provided the water for agricultural exploitation. Another good reason to visit Pisac is its traditional market where you can find some unique and authentic memorabilia.
At noon we head to the town of Urubamba where we will have a buffet lunch, which will allow you to enjoy the delicious Peruvian cuisine. Urubamba was one of the main agricultural centers of the Inca Empire. Currently here the best corn in the world is harvested and during the rainy season the fruits of the valley abound, such as peaches, cherries, quinces, strawberries of the highest quality, among others.
In the afternoon, we will visit the fortress of Ollantaytambo, which was a strategic military, agricultural and religious center to administer and control the Sacred Valley of the Incas; this is deduced by the constructions that were presumably used for agricultural deposits, and for military use as walls and watchtowers (probably to protect them from jungle ethnicities). This archaeological site comprises a series of superimposed terraces, showing impressive and large stone blocks finely carved and located on the upper terrace. It is in Ollantaytambo that we will board the train to Aguas Calientes, so that early the next day we can visit Machu Picchu.

INCLUDED:

• Hotel night in Aguas Calientes.
• Entrance at the archaeological site of Pisac, Ollantaytambo.
• Touristic Bus transfers.
• Guided group services.
• English and Spanish speaking professional guide.
• Buffet lunch at the Tunupa restaurant.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

Recomendations:

• We suggest suitable footwear, you will climb stairs with many steps.
• Bring a small backpack, camera, wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a bring water bottle.
• In Pisac, do not forget to try the delicious empanadas, and purchase an artisan souvenir/memorabilia
• In Urubamba enjoy a delicious buffet lunch where we invite you to try the corn of Sacred Valley.

DAY 7: AGUAS CALIENTES- MACHU PICCHU:

Early breakfast at the hotel. At 5:50 AM, we will transfer to the bus station to go up to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, the journey will take 25 minutes and we will finally get to appreciate the breathtaking sunrise. Here we begin the guided tour of one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World: Machu Picchu. Our guide will tell you about the history and architecture of the citadel. Marvel at the Inca buildings and the natural environment that surrounds it. After the tour you will have free time until 1:00p.m. to continue exploring and take the pictures to remember your visit.
We return by bus to Aguas Calientes and in the afternoon we will have time until 3:30 PM to have lunch, rest and visit the town. At 4:30p.m. we board the train to Cusco, arriving at approximately 6:30p.m. We will pick you up from the train station to transport you to your hotel in Cusco. Hours may vary based on the departures of trains you choose.

INCLUDED:

• Hotel night in Cusco
• Information prior to the tour.
• Transportation by bus from Cusco to Poroy station and back.
• Train ticket from Poroy or Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back.
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu and back..
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Guide service group.
• Spanish - English professional guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

Recomendations:

• Come at the train station half an hour before your departure
• We suggest suitable footwear, in Machu Picchu you will climb stairs with many steps.
• Bring a small backpack, camera, wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a bring water bottle.
• Once we finish the tour in Machu Picchu, enjoy this magical moment appreciating this wonder, open your arms and recharge your energies
• Visit the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes

DAY 8: SOUTH VALLEY - PUNO TOUR

For this day, we have planned our trip to the city of Puno, so we will have a bus service with stops at places of tourist interest. We will visit the pre-Inca citadel of Pikillacta, in Quechua "Ciudad de las Pulgas", one of the most spectacular centers of the Wari culture, consisting of more than 700 structures and walls of almost 12 meters. High.
We will continue to the picturesque town of Andahuaylillas, where we will visit the temple of San Pedro de Andahuaylillas, baptized as the Sistine Chapel of America, for its wealth of colonial art and mural paintings that cover walls, baseboards, ceilings and covers Lunch buffet in a calm and peaceful country setting, where we will delight in the regional culinary art; then we will reach Racchi, where we will visit the spectacular Inca sanctuary built by the Inca Pachacútec dedicated to the great Inca god Wiracocha.
It has a large central wall with a stone base and other walls made of adobe. Around the temple there are several old buildings used as houses or warehouses. In the afternoon we will arrive to the city of Puno at your selected hotel.

• Cusco (3400 m) - Departure: 7:30 AM
• Andahuaylillas (3122 m) - Visiting times: 8:30 AM
• Raqchi (3450 m) - Visiting times: 11:00 AM.
• Sicuani (3552 m) - Lunch buffet: Time: 12:10 PM
• Abra La Raya (4335 m) - Visiting times: 02:15 PM
• Pukara Museum (3900 m) - Time: 3:30 PM
• Puno (3800 m) - Arrival Time: 05:00 PM

INCLUDES:

• Hotel Night Reservation in Puno.
• Transfer hotel - bus station - hotel.
• Bus to Puno in tourist service.
• Buffet lunch.
• Entrance fees.
• Guided service group. Spanish - English professional guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 9: UROS - TAQUILE - PUNO - LAKE TITICACA TOUR

Early in the morning, we will leave on an unforgettable excursion on a boat over Lake Titicaca to visit the Floating Islands of the Uros, famous for ancient pre-Inca settlers of the lake, known as the Aquatic Tribe.
The Andean natives build their own islands by periodically adding new layers of totora (Scirpus Totora) plant fiber from the papyrus family. They also use this material to build their houses and boats. We will continue our excursion to Taquile, inhabited by Quechua natives who have developed, generation by generation, an efficient and original social system as well as a magnificent weaving technique. After having lunch at a local inn in Taquile, we will walk through its hills and archaeological sites. In the afternoon we will be back to Puno and we will have the night off.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers
• Guided tour to the islands and entrances.
• Night hotel reservation in Puno.
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NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

Recomendations:

Beware of cold. We suggest that you carry a small backpack, a camera, wear a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle.

DÍA 10: JULIACA - LIMA

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Juliaca airport to board your return flight. End of the visit in Peru with Cuscoperu.com

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