Arrival in Lima

Upon arrival in Lima, transfer to the selected hotel. Staff will assist with all required health authority procedures. The remainder of the day is free for rest. Accommodation at the chosen hotel.

240 min

Lima Main Square

Explore the City of Kings, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Main Square (Plaza Mayor) is bordered by the Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Government Palace, and the Municipality building.

120 min

Cathedral and St. Dominic Convent

Enter the Cathedral to view the tomb of the Spanish conqueror of Peru. Then visit the St. Dominic convent, where the remains of notable Peruvian saints are kept.

30 min

Miraflores and Historic Center

Begin with a panoramic view of the Miraflores district, starting at Parque del Amor to see the sculpture “The Kiss” by Victor Delfin. Observe Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial center of the Lima culture. Continue to Plaza de Armas to view the Government Palace and Municipal Palace. Explore the Cathedral, then proceed on foot to the Convent of Santo Domingo, where San Martín de Porres and Santa Rosa de Lima once lived and where their remains are kept.

120 min

Flight to Cusco and City Tour

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Cusco (airfare not included; morning flight recommended). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. At 13:30 hrs, begin a city tour starting at St. Christopher's Square for a panoramic view. Visit St. Peter’s Market to experience local flavors and colors. Then enter the Qorikancha Temple, known as the golden enclosure, which retains much of its former splendor. Also visit the St. Dominique Church.

180 min

San Blas and Hatun Rumiyoc

Visit the artisan district of San Blas. Walk down Hatun Rumiyoc Street, passing the Inca Roca palace, now the Archbishop’s palace, and stop to see the famous 12-angled stone.

Plaza de Armas Cusco

Proceed to the Plaza de Armas and observe the central area of Cusco from this location.

30 min

Cusco Cathedral

Visit the Cathedral to view the colonial artworks preserved inside.

30 min

Sacsayhuaman Ruins

In the morning, explore Sacsayhuaman, a site featuring large, harmonious constructions set within scenic surroundings.

120 min

Qenqo Incan Site

Visit Qenqo, an Incan site with a sacrificial altar carved inside a rock formation.

30 min

Puca Pucara and Tambomachay

Enjoy a panoramic view of the Puca Pucara fortress. Then walk to Tambomachay, an Incan architectural site important to Andean cosmology. Return to Cusco afterward.

20 min

Sacred Valley: Chinchero

Explore the Sacred Valley’s notable sites, starting with Chinchero, the most traditional town in the valley. Visit its archaeological complex and colonial church. Observe female weavers using ancestral Inca techniques to dye and spin alpaca wool.

180 min

Moray Inca Terraces

Visit Moray, an Inca archaeological site consisting of large circular terraces. It functioned as an agricultural laboratory where different microclimates were recreated. Lunch is included.

120 min

Ollantaytambo Inca Town

Continue to the Inca town of Ollantaytambo, which was important as a military, religious, and agricultural center. Visit the Temple of the 10 Windows, the ñusta baths, the Sun temple, and other sites. The views from the top of the site conclude the day in the Sacred Valley. Then take the train to Machu Picchu town.

180 min

Machu Picchu Early Visit

In the morning, board a bus that ascends the mountain via a winding road. Enter Machu Picchu at 6:00 am, the earliest entry time. See terraces, stone steps, ceremonial sites, urban areas, and temples during a guided tour lasting about 2.5 hours. Afterward, take the bus down to Machu Picchu Pueblo for lunch. Later, board the train back to Cusco, traveling along the Urubamba river and snow-capped mountains. Transfer to the hotel upon arrival.

600 min

Airport Departure Transfer

Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lima. Airfare is not included. Travelers should select the best option to connect with their international flight. Note that during the rainy season from January to March, delays or cancellations may occur. Assistance is available for adding nights in Lima or extensions to Titikaka Lake through customer service.