PERU EXPRESS 10 DAYS
Overview
Þ Day 1 : Arrival to Lima
Þ Day 2 : Lima
Þ Day 3 : Lima – Paracas
Þ Day 4 : Paracas – Ica, Huacachina
Þ Day 5 : Paracas – Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley
Þ Day 6 : Chinchero – Maras – Moray
Þ Day 7 : Pisaq – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
Þ Day 8 : Machupicchu – Cusco
Þ Day 9 : Cusco
Þ Day 10 : Cusco -Lima – International Flight
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to Lima
AM / PM Arrival in Lima. Welcome by your local driver-receptionist. Transfer to the hotel.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 2: Lima
Explore Miraflores, enjoying views of the Peruvian Sea and Huaca Pucllana. Journey downtown via San Isidro, admiring colonial architecture, and conclude the day at the San Francisco catacombs. Afterward, unwind with a free afternoon.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 3: Lima – Paracas
AM By private vehicle, we will journey along the Pacific coast. In the afternoon, tour of the Paracas National Reserve, featuring lunar geology and an abundance of coastal birds.
Explore the Paracas National Reserve, discovering diverse ecosystems and ancient Paracas culture. Marvel at the Cathedral rock formation, observe native fauna, and visit unique beaches like Yumaque and Playa Roja, concluding with a potential seaside lunch at Lagunillas Beach.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 4: Paracas – Ica, Huacachina –Paracas
Embark on a 2-hour nautical adventure to Ballestas Islands, encountering diverse marine life. Afternoon includes a thrilling Buggy excursion through Huacachina Oasis, exploring sand dunes, and indulging in sandboarding, offering a perfect blend of wildlife and desert adventures.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 5: Paracas – Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley
AM By private vehicle transfer to the airport of Lima.
PM In Cusco welcome by your local driver-receptionist. Transfer to the hotel in the sacred Valley.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 6: Chinchero / Maras –Moray
AM Departure by private vehicle with our English-speaking guide to the spectacular sites: starting from Chinchero, the beautiful Inca-colonial village with a textile tradition; Moray, featuring Inca agricultural terraces in circles and an Inca experimental center; and the Maras Salt Mines of Maras (3800 salt pans operated since the Incas).
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 7: Pisaq – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
AM This second day in the valley is dedicated to visiting Pisac to explore its artisan market and archaeological site, the second most significant after Machu Picchu, and Ollantaytambo, an Old Inca fortress.
PM Train expedition to Aguas calientes.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 8: Machupicchu – Cusco
09:00 AM Shuttle to Machu Picchu site. We will enjoy a guided tour of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes at the most famous Inca site, Machu Picchu. Shuttle descent to the village of Aguas
PM Train expedition to Ollantaytambo.
PM Private transfer from Ollantaytambo train station to your hotel in Cusco.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 9: Cusco
09:00 AM In the morning, visit to the Cathedral of Cusco, the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha), and the four Inca archaeological sites on the outskirts of the city (Sacsayhuamán, Puca Pucara, Tambo Machay, and Qenko). Free afternoon.
Based in 2* Hotel
Day 10: Cusco / Lima / International flight
Transfer to the Cusco airport and international flight.
End of your adventure in Peru.
Included in your offer
- Transfers in private vehicles with Spanish-speaking drivers.
- Tours with an English/ French / Spanish-speaking guide.
- Entrance fees to all the places you will visit, including the Machu Picchu entrance ticket.
- Shuttle service up and down to Machu Picchu
- Expedition train Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo
- Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes and back to Ollantaytambo.
- The van from Aguas Calientes to the citadel Machupicchu.
- Accommodation in hotels with all breakfasts, in double or twin room.
- Meals listed in the itinerary.
- Assistance 24 hours a day by Pumandes
Not included
- International flight tickets to Peru.
- Local flights Lima – Cusco – Lima (quoted separately).
- International and domestic airport taxes.
- Travel and Health Insurance
- Tips
- Meals
💛 Highlights of this trip
- Ballestas islands
- Oasis of Huacachina
- The fortress of Saqsayhuaman
- Cusco city
- The sacred Valley
- The citadel of Machupicchu
✍️ Observations
- Transfers and tours will be private, EXCEPT for the Ballestas Island tour, which will be in a shared group.
- Transfers will only be with the driver.