7-Day Peru, A Story to Tell

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Day 1: Welcome to Lima, City of Kings and the Larco Museum of Cultures⌄

   Arrival to the city of Lima, assistance, and transfer to the hotel. An exclusive and intense tour of the Historical Center of Lima will take us to know and admire the architectonic relics that are part of the old Lima, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Convent of Santo Domingo is the beginning of this magnificent experience. It was built during the foundation of Lima. The Universidad Mayor de San Marcos (University of San Marcos) was founded on this site, the oldest in America. Inside, the choir with the oldest stalls in the country; and the library, with 25,000 books, some printed in the XV century, has an invaluable historical value. The mortal remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías and Santa Rosa de Lima lie inside. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace and the Municipality, going into the Cathedral, a jewel in the history of Lima, with artworks that will make us feel closer to colonial Lima.

   Leaving downtown Lima and heading to the Larco Museum, where we will get a clear vision of the cultures that inhabited ancient Peru. We shall admire the gold pieces, textiles and erotic ceramics that are part of the collection which will introduce us to the cosmovision of the ancient Peru. The warehouse of this museum will be open during our visit to appreciate the expressions of art that were reflected in their ceramics.

   Fantastic Gastronomic 15 course dinner in the restaurant of the famous chef Gastón Acurio, Casa Moreyra. Old house of a San Isidro estate that today houses this iconic Lima restaurant. Gastón is one of the forgers of the worldwide fame of our cuisine.

   Meals: Dinner

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Lima

2. 2Day 2: Lima at your pace⌄

   Free day. Lima has many cultural, archaeological, and adventure-related activities. Reserve the activities with anticipation.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Lima

3. 3Day 3: Cusco, Capital of the Empire and the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman⌄

   Transfer to the airport. Fligth to Cusco (not included). Arrival to the city of Cusco, assistance and transfer to the hotel.

   In the afternoon, ascent to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, and start of the journey visiting the fortress of the same name, a beautiful place that radiates peace and tranquility, we will also admire the huge rocks of up to 4 meters high, that were used in its construction. Continue to Q'enqo, antique temple of the Cougar where we can appreciate an altar for sacrifices in the inner part of a huge rock and then to Tambomachay, sacred fountains of life and health. On the way, enjoy a panoramic view of Puca Pucará, a watchtower that guarded the entrance to the city. Later, tour of the Temple of the Sun Qorikancha, over which the Santo Domingo Convent was built, the legend says that this Temple was completely gold plated, which amazed the conquerors when they first arrived. To end our journey, become familiar with the Plaza de Armas and enter the Cathedral, which amasses invaluable colonial art works and paintings, as for example the Cross that arrived with the first conquerors.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Cusco

4. 4Day 4: Sacred Valley, Inca Village of Chinchero, Terraces of Moray and the Inca Village of Ollantaytambo⌄

   This day we shall visit the most outstanding places in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will depart towards the Village of Chinchero, the most typical and colorful of the Sacred Valley. This village is famous for its weaving women. Short stop in a textiles center to appreciate the old Inca techniques for the dyeing and spinning using alpaca wool. After visiting the Inca plaza with its beautiful colonial church, we will continue towards Moray, a beautiful Inca archaeological site made up of concentric agricultural terraces that served as a lab to recreate microclimates. Lunch. Later visit to the last living village of the Incas, Ollantaytambo. Also, a visit to the Temple of the ten windows, the bath of the princess, and the Sun Temple. The postcard pictures that we will take from the heights of Ollantaytambo will close this magical day in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Lodging in the area.

   Meals: Lunch · Breakfast

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Sacred Valley

5. 5Day 5: Machu Picchu, Los Citadel of Incas.⌄

   The much-awaited day to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Boarding at the Ollantaytambo station. Departure in the selected train. Arrival at the Machu Picchu station. Assistance from our staff to board the bus that will ascend up a winding road, with a spectacular view of the Urubamba river which forms a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will greet us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites and urban areas. Energy exudes from the whole place. Lunch. At the coordinated time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Lodging.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Cusco

6. 6Day 6: Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain.⌄

   Embarking on the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) adventure begins with a very early start through the picturesque South Valley, arriving at the village of Cusipata for the necessary breakfast. The ascent begins on a communal dirt road, gradually climbing to 4,800 metres above sea level, followed by a 4 kilometre hike with breathtaking views of the snow-capped Ausangate mountain range. Throughout the hike, a guide provides essential altitude walking techniques. The vibrant, striped colours of Rainbow Mountain gradually reveal themselves, culminating at the 5,000-metre observation point, where its geological splendour can be fully appreciated. Free time to take photographs before the descent by the same path back to the vehicle. Finally, time for lunch and return to Cusco.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: 1 night of accommodation in Cusco

7. 7Day 7 Farewell Day⌄

   Seamless transfer to the airport for your connecting flight. Reliable, punctual, and stress-free service ensures you arrive on time.

   Meals: Breakfast