In this 10 day trip through the Highlights of Southern Peru you’ll visit Arequipa, Colca, Puno & Lake Titicaca and Cusco and surroundings, including Machu Picchu. Certainly this will be an unforgettable trip and an opportunity to learn about this fascinating culture!
Day 01 Arrival to Lima
Upon arrival to Lima, you will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. Resting on the Peruvian coastline, Lima is the country’s largest city with nearly ten million people. Declared a World Heritage Site, downtown Lima is filled with many historic, colonial buildings, such as the famous Cathedral of Lima and the Presidential Palace. Lodging at the San Agustin Colonial Hotel in Lima
Day 02 Lima (B)
In the morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour that includes various points of interest such as the Historic Center, San Martin Square and the Main Square, the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral, the Senate Building and Torre Tagle Colonial Palace. You’ll be enchanted by the old streets with colonial mansions and Moorish balconies! Then you will see also the district of San Isidro, Miraflores Parque Central (Main Park) and Parque Del Amor (Love Park). In the afternoon, visit the Gold Museum, a private collection of philanthropist Miguel Mujica Gallo.Also, you will visit the "Weapons of the World" museum, located in the same building. Lodging at the San Agustin Colonial Hotel in Lima
Day 03 Lima / Arequipa (B)
Transfer to the airport (flight not included). Upon arrival to Arequipa, you’ll be transferred to the hotel. After arrival, you’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing tour to the White City, passing by the Main Square, Cathedral, San Francisco Square and Church, Colonial District of Yanahuara, neighborhood of San Lazaro and Santa Catalina Convent. You will spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. Lodging at the Casa Andina Hotel in Arequipa
Day 04 Arequipa / Colca (B, L, D)
Depart by bus towards the Colca Canyon (Chivay), passing over the Chachani Volcano slopes. During the trip you will pass by Pampa Cañahuas and Pampa Arrieros (Vicuñas National Reserve), Viscachani, La Pulpera, Callalli, Sibayo and Tuti villages. You will reach an altitude of up to 13200 feet (4000 m), from where will you appreciate beautiful natural lagoons (Bofedales and Mar Atrapado). Lodging at the Eco Inn Hotel in Colca
Day 05 Colca / Arequipa (B, L)
Depart towards “La Cruz Del Condor”, where the Canyon begins. From this point, you will appreciate its outstanding depth, as well as the magnificent flight of the condor in its natural habitat. Afterwards, you’ll be transferred back to Arequipa. Box lunch along the way is included. Lodging at the Casa Andina Hotel in Arequipa
Day 06 Arequipa / Puno (B)
Transfer to the airport (flight not included). Upon arrival to Juliaca, you will be transferred to the hotel in Puno. Puno is located along Lake Titicaca, and it’s known for its strong culture, such as their handicrafts and dancing. Here you’ll enjoy the atmosphere and culture and take in the impressive sights that Puno has to offer. In the afternoon, you’ll visit one of the 40 Uros Islands. These islands are located within the Titicaca National Reserve, where the Uros continue to live like their ancestors used to. They still preserve their customs and system of communal life. Lodging at the Casa Andina Hotel in Puno
Day 07 Puno / Cusco (B)
You will be transferred to the bus station for your regular bus departure to Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, you will be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the San Agustin Internacional Hotel in Cusco
Day 08 Cusco (B)
In the morning, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour to the imperial City of Cusco. Some of the landmarks you’ll see are: the main square, which was scene for many key events in Cusco’s history; the Cathedral,the Santo Domingo Convent, built on the Koricancha, an important temple dedicated to the worship of the Sun. Afterwards, visit the nearby ruins: Sacsayhuaman Fortress, an imposing example of Inca military architecture; Kenko, a ritual site with underground galleries and a semicircular amphitheater; Puka Pukara, the red fortress and finally Tambomachay, the Inca Baths. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Lodging at the San Agustin Internacional Hotel in Cusco
Day 09 Cusco / Machu Picchu / Cusco (B, L)
Transfer from the hotel to the Train Station. A once in a lifetime experience awaits you, on one of the most scenic and interesting train journeys in the world! The picturesque journey along the Urubamba River takes you to the legendary city of the Incas: Machu Picchu. This is the most famous and impressive Incan site. Divided into three districts; this site was intricately built using impressive, ancient techniques. Upon arrival to the lost city, enjoy a guided tour to the ruins. Lunch is included in a local restaurant. Then, return to Cusco by train and transfer to the hotel. Lodging at the San Agustin Internacional Hotel in Cusco
Day 10 Cusco / Lima / Departure (B)
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Lima. Arrive in time to connect with your international flight.
