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Combine Machu Picchu with Lima and Huacachina.
Upon arrival in Lima, capital of Peru, our team will be available to provide you with all the necessary assistance, guaranteeing comfort and peace of mind at every stage. ♦ Reception upon disembarkation. ♦ Assistance during check-in at the hotel. ♦ Delivery of general information about tours and activities in Lima. After check-in, our team will give you a brief orientation on the day's program, the main tourist spots, recommended restaurants and shops. It is recommended to rest for a few hours to regain energy and make the most of the free afternoon. Overnight in Lima.
Breakfast at the hotel. From 9:00 to 12:30 (approximately) — After breakfast, we will begin our tour of the main tourist spots in Lima. We will begin by visiting the Parque del Amor, where you will enjoy an ideal moment to take photographs with a view of the sea. Then we will continue with a panoramic view of the external part of the Huaca Pucllana. Later we will go to the Historic Center of Lima, where it will be possible to see the Paseo de la República (Casa Roosevelt), the Plaza San Martín and the Plaza Mayor. During the journey we will also see important buildings such as the Government Palace and the Cathedral Basilica, among others. We will end the tour with a visit to the Church and Convent of San Francisco, known for its impressive catacombs. When finished, we will return to the hotel. Thus, the afternoon will be free to explore the best restaurants and enjoy the renowned Peruvian cuisine. 5:30 p.m.: Magic Water Circuit The tour begins in the late afternoon to better appreciate the light and color show. On Mondays, this activity is replaced by the Illuminated Walk, a night tour of the main streets, avenues and squares of the Historic Center of Lima. Overnight in Lima.
Breakfast at the hotel. From 04:00 to 21:30 (approximately) — We will leave very early in the morning for a trip of approximately 3 hours, with a stop at an artisanal bakery, where you can enjoy freshly prepared coffee and warm bread (optional, at the client's expense). Then we will board the boats that will take us to the Ballestas Islands; During the journey we will observe the Paracas Candelabro, penguins and a great diversity of guano birds. The best part of the day will be the arrival at a winery and pisco distillery, where you will have free time to have traditional typical dishes for lunch at the tourist restaurant. Then we will go to the tasting room to try more than five varieties of wines and piscos from the region. After lunch, we will continue to the Huacachina Oasis, where we will do the adventure activity in tubular cars (buggies), ascending and descending the dunes at high speed in an experience similar to a roller coaster, but on sand. Upon reaching the top, we will practice sandboarding with sand boards. Then there will be free time to walk around. Around 6:00 p.m., we will make a brief stop to go to the bathroom and buy some snacks; Then we will resume transportation to continue our route to Lima. Overnight in Lima.
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will transfer from the hotel to the Lima International Airport. We request that you be ready at least three hours in advance of the time scheduled by the team. Upon arrival in Cusco—a city located at 3,400 meters above sea level—it is normal to feel the air a little lighter. For this reason, our team will be waiting to take you to the hotel, where you can try traditional coca tea, an infusion that contributes to the acclimatization process (not recommended for people with hypertension). Then, our team will assist you with check-in and give you a map of the city, explaining the main tourist spots, as well as recommending restaurants, exchange offices, shops and other places of interest. It is advisable to rest a few hours to make the most of your free afternoon and evening in Cusco. Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. From 9:00 to 11:00 (approximately) — We will take a tour of the Historic Center with our local guide. The starting point will be Plaza Regocijo, located a few steps from the Plaza de Armas of Cusco (exclusive courtesy service for our clients). From 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (approximately) — We will begin the Archaeological City Tour. The reference point will be the façade of the Church of Santo Domingo, located next to Coricancha, whose name means "Golden Wall" or "Temple of the Sun." This will be our first stop. Then we will continue to four archaeological sites: the imposing Sacsayhuamán Fortress, recognized for the celebration of the Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun); later Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, famous for its system of Inca sources. Before finishing the tour, we will make a special stop to interact with Peruvian llamas and alpacas. The return to Cusco is scheduled for approximately 6:00 p.m. Upon arrival, our team will be able to drop you off at your hotel or in the main square of the city. Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. From 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (approximately) — The long-awaited day of the pre-tour to Machu Picchu has arrived. In the morning we will leave for the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas. Our first stop will be the Taray viewpoint, from where we will appreciate the impressive view of the valley. Following the itinerary, we will visit the Pisac Archaeological Center with our guide. We will also visit a jewelry store in Pisac to learn about the symbolism and mysticism present in each handmade piece. Then we will continue to Urubamba, where we will stop for lunch. Later, we will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the best examples of Inca urban planning. At the end of the tour, we will board the train at the Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes, a trip of approximately two hours. Upon arrival, our team will be waiting for you in the main square of Aguas Calientes – a picturesque town located at about 2,040 meters above sea level – with a sign that identifies your name, to assist you to the hotel. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
The most anticipated day has finally arrived. On this day we will visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. Our team will be available early to assist you in the transfer from the hotel to boarding the bus (the schedule will be adjusted according to your entry ticket). During the tour, our professional guide will share the secrets, stories and mysteries of the place in a guided tour of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. After the guided tour, you will have free time to leisurely explore the site. At the end, the guide will tell you the exact time to return to the town of Aguas Calientes, from where you will board the train again to the Poroy or Wanchaq stations, located near the city of Cusco. Our team will be waiting for you upon arrival to transfer you back to the hotel. Overnight in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel. At the coordinated time, we will transfer from the hotel to the airport for check-in for your return flight. We ask you to be ready at least two hours before boarding time, thus guaranteeing a punctual transfer. Note: at hotels in Cusco and Aguas Calientes, check-in time is 1:00 p.m. and check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Early check-in and late check-out options are subject to availability and may incur additional costs.
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