Get ready for “Peru’s Mobility Adventures: From Lima Streets to Cusco Peaks”! Explore vibrant Lima, trek stunning landscapes, and dive into Cusco’s rich culture. Enjoy activities like kayaking and horseback riding as you embark on an unforgettable journey!
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Lima
Private | Transfer from airport to hotel - Night | Bilingual assistance included.
Upon arrival at our destination, a representative will pick up passengers and take them from the airport
to their hotel.
Overnight at Hotel B (Alcoba Room).
Check in: 15:00 hrs
Check out: 12:00 hrs
Meals included: None
Day 2: Lima
Private | Half Day Barranco tour by bike._
This bicycle tour allows us to enjoy the bohemian spirit, places that blend between the perfect harmony of modern art and that old architecture that characterizes it. Go through the colorful streets of Barranco until you reach each of our hidden places (Huariques) to taste the best food that identifies us.
The route will start from the bike lane of Av. 28 de Julio to take the Larco bike path to Kennedy Park, here will share the history of the Park called June 7.
The second stop is at Huarique “El Chinito” where different types of meat typical of the coast will be tasted. The story of the famous sanguchería will be told as well as that of the pork rind and that of the Chinese influence in our food and the inputs brought from Europe and Asia.
Then we went to the market of Surquillo where it talks about the factors and changes that led to the use of formal markets today after the arrival of the Spanish.
Inside the market they will taste native fruits of the country such as Lúcuma, Chirimoya, Pitaya, Tuna, etc. It also allows us to enjoy aromas such as herbs and spices, see the variety of fish and shellfish, as well as flowers. If you wish, you will have the opportunity to do some shopping and help local producers.
Additionally, at Cevicheria “El Cevichano” we will have the opportunity to taste and enjoy the fresh taste of a super delicious and fresh fish ceviche We left in the direction of Barranco, continuing along the boardwalk until we reach the bridge of sighs, passing through Plaza Barranco; where we take the opportunity to learn more about our history and folklore. If you wish, you can collaborate with the local artisan and buy some of the details that they elaborate with love. Barranco has the mystique of Lima Bohemia and culture. Once this part of the route is finished, we will take the beautiful Barranco pier in the direction of Miraflores, going to the Parque del Amor. And we will go to the next destination, “Cremoladas Curich”.
Curich will tell the story about the Curich family and their arrival in Peru. And they will be able to taste new flavors with the great variety of creams of native fruits of Peru. Then we will return to our starting point.
Free afternoon to complete the visit of the city.
Overnight at Hotel B (Alcoba Room).
Check in: 15:00 hrs
Check out: 12:00 hrs
Meals included: None
Day 3: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley
Private | Transfer from hotel to airport.
At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany us during the transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Internal flight Lima, Cusco (not included)
Private | Transfer from Cusco airport to Sacred Valley hotel.
Upon our arrival at the destination, a representative will transfer us from the airport to your hotel. Overnight at Sol y Luna Hotel (Superior Casita Room).
Check in: 11:00 hrs
Check out: 10:00 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4.: Sacred Valley
PERUVIAN PASO FINO HORSEBACK RIDING THROUGH MORAY AND MARAS PLATEAU - FULL DAY
We will pick you up from your hotel and drive you Maras, here we will meet the horses, and passengers will receive the safety explanation. We will follow ancient trails and start the uphill ride; on the way, we will appreciate Andean communities with its traditional houses built with adobes (mud bricks), crops fields.
After riding 1 hour we will arrive to the highest point of the tour (K´asa) from this place we will enjoy the beautiful views of Urubamba chain that surrounds the Sacred Valley with snowcapped mountains of Pitusiray, Chicon and Verónica. Continuing with our ride we will have the first views of Moray terraces, arriving there after 2 hours riding, we will dismount our horses to visit this place.
Moray was used as an Incan laboratory to acclimatize their four enormous natural depressions in the landscape and sculpted them into several levels of agricultural terraces that served, hundreds of years ago, as an experimental agricultural station for the development of different strain of crops. After visiting this place, we will have our picnic lunch.
We will continue our ride towards the town of Maras for approximately one hour, Maras is a typical Andean village; after resting at the main square, we will continue our ride to Maras salt mines for almost one hour. Arriving to Maras salt mine we will appreciate many salt small pools with an average area of 5 m² (53.8 ft²), constructed in a slope of the "Qaqawiñay" mountain. People fill up or "irrigate" the pools during the dry season every three days, with salty water emanating from a natural spring located on the top of the complex, so that when water evaporates the salt contained in it will slowly solidify. That process will be carried out approximately during one month until a considerable volume of solid salt is obtained. After this visit we will take our private vehicle that will transfer us back to our hotel.
Rider´s weight: Max. 85 kg. (187 pounds)
Overnight at Sol y Luna Hotel (Superior Casita Room).
Check in: 11:00 hrs
Check out: 10:00 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5: Sacred Valley
Private | Full Day Kayak._
This morning, we will enjoy the outskirts of Cusco off the beaten path. The setting will be the wonderful Piuray lagoon, in Chinchero, which has supplied the city of Cusco with its calm waters since the times of the Tahuantinsuyo and which we will explore by kayak. Arriving to the shore of the lake, we can appreciate the view that the imposing snow-capped mountains that surround the lagoon (Soray, Verónica and Salcantay) while enjoying a welcome snack. After a stretching session and a safety briefing, we will grab our equipment (kayak, paddle, and vest) to begin the adventure. During the experience, we will be always accompanied by a guide and will be able to safely enjoy the peace and tranquility offered by this remote place. If we are feeling adventurous, after a breathing session we will be ready to take a cold plunge in the lake. Back on shore, we will have the option of enjoying lunch
or exploring the surroundings of the lagoon.
Overnight at Sol y Luna Hotel (Superior Casita Room).
Check in: 11:00 hrs
Check out: 10:00 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
Private | Transfer from SV hotel to Ollanta station.
At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany us during the transfer from the Hotel to Ollanta Station.
Private | Full Day Machu Picchu with Vistadome or The 360° train (local guide included; no guide on board the train)
One of the most important tourist landmarks in the world awaits us: Machu Picchu! Our adventure will begin aboard the train to Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo, a picturesque town at the foot of the emblematic Inca citadel. During the train ride we can enjoy the natural beauty of the surroundings, with impressive views of majestic mountains, the Vilcanota river and small towns of the Peruvian Andes; a visual feast that fills us with anticipation for the visit to the wonder that is Machu Picchu. After a short bus ride from Aguas Calientes we will find ourselves in front of one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World – an unforgettable sight! From there, we will explore the ancient ruins, learning all about the history and mysteries that this mystical and impressive place holds. Surrounded by incomparable landscapes, there will be no shortage of spectacular photo opportunities! Once we have recharged ourselves with the magical energy of Machu Picchu, we will return to Aguas Calientes where we will have free time to have lunch and explore the streets a bit before boarding our return train.
Private | Transfer from Ollanta train station to Cusco hotel.
At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany us during the transfer from Ollanta station to the Hotel in Cusco.
Overnight at Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel (Deluxe Room).
Check in: 15:00 hrs
Check out: 12:00 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7: Cusco
Am. Private | Half Day Biking at nearby ruins.
Cusco has something for everyone, especially for lovers of outdoor activities! We will embark on a cycling adventure on an off the beaten track route that integrates sport, nature and culture. To begin, we Will head up from Cusco to the community of Ccorao via vehicle. It is a small town with less than 200 homes. There we will have a safety briefing and will check our equipment and mountain bikes to make sure we do not have any unforeseen events during the route. From there we will head towards the town center of Yuncaypata on bikes. We will follow a rural path that will take us through beautiful landscapes and to some vestiges of cultures that inhabited the area. We will continue by bicycle to Enaco, from where we can admire the landscape. After reaching our last destination, we will have to save some energy to take the road back to Ccorao.
PM. Private | Half Day City tour Cusco on foot.
This charming half-day walking tour of Cusco offers history, culture and art. The Main Square is a must, where we will see the colonial architecture that remains intact to this day, but its history is much older since it used as foundations the walls of Inca enclosures. Also located in the square is the Cathedral, the most important temple in the city. It was built by the Spanish on top of the palace of the Inca
Huiracoha. Its interior houses a wonderful collection of colonial art composed of goldsmith pieces and representative canvases of the Cusco School. Within walking distance is the Koricancha, which during the Tahuantinsuyo was a center of worship to the Sun and on which later the convent of Santo Domingo was built as part of the evangelization process. Its baroque facade built on the solid Inca walls perfectly summarizes the syncretism of cultures in Cusco. The route will take us uphill through beautiful narrow streets to San Blas, the city's bohemian neighborhood par excellence, known for being home to local artists' craft workshops. It's the perfect place to shop and take something special of this magical city with us!
Overnight at Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel (Deluxe Room).
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 9: Cusco, Puerto Maldonado
Private | Transfer from Cusco hotel to Cusco airport.
At the scheduled time, a representative will accompany us during the transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Internal flight Cusco – Puerto Maldonado (not included)
Day 10 – 2024: Puerto Maldonado
3 days/2 nights Refugio Amazonas Program | Comfort Room. (Shared service)
Day 2
On most clear mornings of the year, dozens of large macaws and hundreds of parrots congregate on this large river bank in a raucous and colorful spectacle that inspired a National Geographic cover story. Discretely located fifty meters from the cliff, we will observe Green-winged, Scarlet, and Blue-and-gold Macaws and several species of smaller parrots descend to ingest clay. Outings are at dawn when the lick is most active.
You can navigate around Lake Condenado, looking for wildlife such as the hoatzin or Shansho, which is said to be a pre-historic bird! Alligators, Martin fishermen among other species, if we are lucky will be able to observe a family of otters that inhabit its waters and are difficult to see. You will be able to discover the difference between the ecosystem of a lake and a river and who knows, maybe you will be rewarded with macaws flying over the treetops.
A visit to the organic farm of our dear neighbor Don Manuel, located just five minutes by river from the hostel, will show you the various crops typical of the area and you will be surprised with fruits that you did not know!
Overnight in Refugio Amazonas lodge (Confort room)
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 11 – 2024: Puerto Maldonado, Lima, out
3 days/2 nights Refugio Amazonas Program | Comfort Room. (Shared service)
Day 3
Our expedition came to an end. It’s time to say goodbye and say goodbye! We will return to the airport for your domestic flight.
Thank you for your visit. This contributes directly to the Wired Amazon Project and its efforts to conserve and learn about the biodiversity of the Tambopata National Reserve.
*Our service allows luggage up to 15 kg. If you need to bring more, you can leave the excess at our office in Puerto Maldonado. We provide duffel bags to make the process easier, and your luggage will be ready for you at the airport on the day of your departure.
Meals included: Breakfast
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