With this tourist package you can get to know the best of Southern Peru, in a tour that lasts a week. The white city of Arequipa is one of the most important cities in Peru, famous for being located at the foot of a volcano called Misti, so you can also get to know the "Colca Canyon" one of the deepest in the world located at 3500 meters above sea level; in this place you can appreciate the flight of the Condors, emblematic birds in the Andes that are in danger of extinction.

Finally, you will visit Cusco and Machu Picchu, where you will get to know the magnificent works that the Inca culture left behind, one of the most important civilizations in the history of humanity. Here is a summary of the itinerary:

INCLUDES:

• 02 Night Hotel in Arequipa.
• 01 night Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
• Entrance to all tourist destinations mentioned in the program (tourist ticket - Cathedral and Qoricancha) and entrances to Machu Picchu.
• Train ticket to Aguas Calientes.
• Bus ticket to Machu Picchu.
• Transfers in touristic bus and group guided services. Professional guide English/Spanish.
• Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley - Day 2.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Food.
• Other services not mentioned.

DAY 1: LIMA - AREQUIPA

In the morning, you'll take a flight from Lima to Arequipa. Upon arrival at Arequipa Airport, we'll pick you up and transfer you to your hotel for some rest. In the afternoon, at 2:30 p.m., we'll pick you up from your hotel to start the City Tour in Arequipa. You'll explore the famous Santa Catalina Monastery, stroll through the Plaza de Armas and visit its Cathedral, La Plazoleta de San Francisco, Fundo el Fierro, the main colonial houses, and the cloisters of La Compañía de Jesús. The tour will conclude at the Yanahuara Viewpoint around 6:00 p.m.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Arequipeños take pride in their land and customs, considering themselves an independent nation. Ask your guide about their customs and delicious cuisine, particularly shrimp chupe and queso helado for dessert. Use sunscreen; it's warm during the day, but it can get chilly at night.

DAY 2: COLCA VALLEY

After breakfast at the hotel, at 8:30 a.m., we'll board our bus towards the northern route. Along the way, you'll admire the Chachani Volcano. We'll reach Pampa Cañahuas in the National Reserve of Vicuñas. During the journey, you'll also see the Chucura snow-capped mountain, the Toqra and Patapampa lagoons, and reach the Andes Lookout, offering views of Ampato, Hualca-Hualca, and the Andes Mountain Range. Around noon, we'll arrive in Chivay, where you'll spend the night at Hotel Eco Inn. In the afternoon, there will be a one-hour walk in the Chivay vicinity, followed by a relaxing visit to the Calera thermal baths. In the evening, you'll enjoy traditional Peruvian dances at a local restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in Chivay.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

We'll take precautions for altitude sickness in Colca, including coca tea, oxygen, and altitude sickness pills. Don't forget to take photos with llamas and alpacas, wear suitable clothing for the thermal baths, use sunscreen, and dress warmly because it gets cold at night in Colca.

DAY 3: AREQUIPA - COLCA VALLEY - CRUZ DEL CÓNDOR VIEWPOINT

Early at 6:00 a.m., we'll have breakfast at the hotel and head to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint to witness the spectacular flight of condors. We'll also observe the Colca Canyon, known for its impressive depth. The journey lasts approximately 2 hours, and upon returning, we'll take a one-hour walk from Cruz del Cóndor to Cruz del Cura. We'll then visit the traditional villages of Pinchollo, Yanque, and Maca, where you'll see Lito maquetas, Hanging Tombs, amphitheaters, churches, and terraces. Afterward, we'll return to Chivay for lunch and then embark on the return trip to the city of Arequipa. We'll arrive around 5:00 p.m., and at 7:30 p.m., we'll transfer you to the bus terminal for your journey to the beautiful City of Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• 1 night at a hotel in Arequipa (La Casa de mi Abuela Hotel or similar).
• Complete Colca tour (2 days - 1 night - Overnight at Hotel Eco Inn or Inkari in Chivay).
• Transfer to the bus station and Bus Cama ticket Arequipa-Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Meals and other services not mentioned in the program.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

We'll take precautions for altitude sickness. Prepare early as we'll wait for the condors to soar above us. Get your cameras and smiles ready, and don't forget sunscreen.

DAY 4: CUSCO CITY AND SURROUNDINGS

We'll pick you up at the Cusco bus terminal for your welcome and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, we'll pick you up from the hotel to start our city tour, beginning with Cusco Cathedral. It houses invaluable artistic treasures and is often considered the most beautiful in South America. Next, we'll visit the Qorikancha Temple, a sacred Inca temple that housed Inca priests dedicated to worshiping the sun god.

Our guided tour will continue to the archaeological sites around the city, starting with Sacsayhuaman, an impressive construction made of enormous stone blocks. It's said that the construction of Sacsayhuaman took more than 50 years. We'll then visit Qenqo, Puka-Pukara, and finally Tambomachay, the Inca temple dedicated to the worship of water. Our tour will conclude in Cusco's Plaza de Armas at around 6:00 p.m. Overnight in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Pickup from the bus terminal, City Tour (including entrances and transportation).
• Entrance to Cusco Cathedral, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puka-Pukara, and Tambomachay.
• Transfers by Tourist Bus. Guided in a group. Professional English-Spanish speaking guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Meals.
• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

After the tour, we recommend taking a stroll around Plaza de Armas and its surroundings, where you can admire the work of Cusco artisans in the craft shops. You can also savor famous Peruvian cuisine in nearby restaurants or simply relax on one of the benches in Plaza de Armas and take the classic photo for a memorable experience. If you enjoy nightlife, you'll find many discos and bars filled with tourists and locals looking to have fun.

DAY 5: CUSCO: SACRED VALLEY - PISAC - OLLANTAYTAMBO - AGUAS CALIENTES

Full-day excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Breakfast at the hotel. At 8:00 a.m., we'll pick you up from your hotel and start by visiting the archaeological site of Pisac, located 45 minutes from Cusco by private transportation. Pisac will give you an idea of the advanced architectural knowledge achieved by the Incas. Another reason to visit Pisac is its artisan market, where you can find unique and authentic souvenirs.

Around noon, we'll head to the town of Urubamba, where you'll enjoy lunch and savor delicious Peruvian cuisine. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress with its magnificent terraces and temples. At the top of the fortress, after climbing many stairs, you'll see six huge pink-colored stone blocks, each weighing around 50 tons.

In Ollantaytambo, you'll board the train to Aguas Calientes to rest for the night before an early visit to Machu Picchu. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

INCLUDES:

• Entrances to Pisac and Ollantaytambo. Transfers by Tourist Bus.
• Guided in a group. Professional English-Spanish speaking guide.
• Lunch.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

It's best to visit the Pisac market on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, as more artisans from other communities come to the market on these days. Don't forget to try the empanaditas and buy some artisanal souvenirs. In Urubamba, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch, including the famous Maíz del Valle Sagrado (Sacred Valley Corn). We suggest bringing a small backpack along with your camera, wearing a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and bringing a water bottle.

DAY 6: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSCO

Early in the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, we'll transfer you to the bus station to ascend to the Archaeological Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The journey takes 25 minutes, and you'll have the opportunity to witness the breathtaking sunrise. At 8:00 a.m., your guide will begin the tour, providing you with insights into the history and architecture of Machu Picchu. You'll be amazed by the Inca constructions and the surrounding natural beauty.

In the afternoon, we'll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, where we'll pick you up from the station and transfer you to your hotel in Cusco. The exact timing may vary depending on the train schedules. Overnight in Cusco.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers (Cusco - Ollantaytambo Station - Cusco).
• Train tickets (Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo).
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes.
• Entrance to Machu Picchu.
• Guided in a group. Professional English-Spanish speaking guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Other services not mentioned.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Arrive half an hour early at the train station. In Machu Picchu, you'll climb many stairs, so we recommend wearing walking shoes. Bring a small backpack along with your camera, wear a hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and bring a water bottle. You can also visit the thermal baths in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 7: HOTEL TO AIRPORT TRANSFER

Breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time, we'll transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

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