Magical 10-Day Journey Through Peru | VMP10D9NLJ

After breakfast at your hotel in Lima, your guide will pick you up around 9:00 am to begin a private city tour. You’ll start at Huaca Pucllana (elevation: 97 m / 319 ft), a ceremonial site built in the 4th century AD. Next, head to Lima’s historic downtown, where you’ll be captivated by the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the San Francisco Monastery, famous for its underground catacombs.

The tour continues with panoramic views of the elegant districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, including a stop at Love Park and the cliffs of Larcomar (elevation: 50 m / 165 ft), offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. You’ll also get to see Lima’s traditional residential areas. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or, if preferred, at a local restaurant for lunch.

The afternoon is yours to relax and prepare for the next day’s journey.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Lima
• Private transportation
• Certified local guide
• Entrance to the San Francisco Catacombs
• 5-star hotel in Lima: The Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Unexpected delays or additional costs outside our control

Your day begins with hotel pickup at 6:00 am. You’ll travel along Peru’s southern coast for about 4 hours and 30 minutes to reach the city of Ica, where you’ll visit Tacama, one of the country’s oldest wineries (elevation: 400 m / 1313 ft). Enjoy a guided tour through the estate and taste a selection of wines and piscos. Lunch will be served with vineyard views.

After lunch, continue to the Huacachina Oasis (elevation: 406 m / 1333 ft) for an unforgettable desert experience. You’ll ride a dune buggy across the sand dunes to reach the best spot for sunset. For the more adventurous, try sandboarding—gliding down the dunes on a board. If you prefer to relax, simply take in the panoramic views and golden hues of the desert as the sun sets.

To elevate this unique experience, a private picnic will be set up in a bell tent, complete with rugs, cushions, flowers, and soft lighting. Savor seasonal fruits, sweets, chocotejas, cheese, and nuts, paired with sparkling wine and water.

At approximately 6:10 pm, you’ll return to the vehicle and continue to Paracas, where you’ll spend the night at a luxury resort.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Lima
• Private transportation
• Expert guide
• Entry to Tacama Winery
• Buggy and sandboarding activity in Huacachina
• Private desert picnic
• 5-star hotel in Paracas: Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to the hotel’s private pier to board a speedboat for your tour of the Ballestas Islands. This two-hour tour takes you through the Pacific waters to view rich marine wildlife, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, marine otters, and various seabirds. En route, you’ll stop to view the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, carved into the sand on a nearby hill, believed to be connected to the Nazca Lines.

Back on land, your journey continues to Paracas National Reserve, a protected area of coastal desert where you’ll visit scenic viewpoints and explore untouched beaches. In the afternoon, return to Lima and check in at your hotel.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Paracas
• Private transportation
• Certified tour guide
• Entry to the Ballestas Islands and Paracas Reserve
• 5-star hotel in Lima: The Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

Today you’ll leave the coast and head into the Andes. Three hours before your flight, a transfer will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima. Your domestic flight to Cusco takes about one hour. Upon arrival, a private transfer will be waiting to escort you to your luxury hotel near Cusco’s historic center.

Take the afternoon to relax and acclimatize. We recommend a light stroll through Plaza de Armas (elevation: 3399 m / 11152 ft).

That evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a renowned local restaurant in Cusco, accompanied by live music and cultural performances (showtime from 7:45 pm to 9:00 pm).

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Lima
• Private transfer from hotel to airport in Lima
• Flight ticket from Lima to Cusco
• Private transfer from Cusco airport to your hotel
• Welcome dinner with live show in Cusco
• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will pick you up around 8:00 am to begin the day’s excursion. You’ll head to Chinchero (elevation: 3,762 m / 12,343 ft), located about 40 minutes from Cusco. Here, you’ll visit a local textile center and observe the traditional weaving process—spinning, dyeing, and crafting wool from sheep and alpacas. You’ll see how artisans create handmade bags, sweaters, ponchos, and other Andean garments using ancestral techniques.

The next stop is the stunning Maras Salt Mines (elevation: 3,300 m / 10,827 ft), where over 3,000 salt pools cascade along a mountainside. Still operated by local families, this site offers a fascinating look at a salt-extraction tradition that dates back to Inca times. Depending on the season, you might even witness the harvesting process.

Then, you’ll continue to Mountain View (elevation: 3,380 m / 11,090 ft) for a scenic picnic lunch with breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley’s snowcapped peaks. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal made with local ingredients while surrounded by llamas and alpacas—an unforgettable moment of relaxation and connection with nature.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco
• Private transportation
• Certified tour guide
• Visit to the Chinchero textile center
• Entrance to Maras Salt Mines
• Three-course lunch at Mountain View
• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Unexpected costs or delays beyond our control

Today is the highlight of your trip—a visit to the world-renowned Machu Picchu. Early in the morning, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Poroy Station, where you’ll board the Hiram Bingham Luxury Train. This unforgettable journey takes about 4 hours and includes live music, gourmet lunch, and panoramic views from the observatory car.

Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, your private guide will be waiting to take you to the bus station. A 35–40-minute scenic ride brings you to the entrance of Machu Picchu (elevation: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft). Please note that restrooms are only available outside the sanctuary.

Together with your guide, you’ll explore the ancient citadel, learning about its sacred temples, terraces, plazas, and advanced hydraulic systems. You’ll hear stories of Inca engineering and spirituality during this 2.5-hour guided tour.

After the visit, take the return bus back to Aguas Calientes, then board the Vistadome Observatory train to Ollantaytambo, where a private transfer will be waiting to drive you to your hotel in Urubamba (elevation: 2,871 m / 9,420 ft).

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco
• Hiram Bingham luxury train ticket (Poroy – Aguas Calientes)
• Vistadome Observatory train ticket (Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo)
• Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
• Round-trip bus tickets (Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu)
• Private transfers to/from train stations
• Onboard gourmet lunch and live music
• Private guided tour in Machu Picchu
• 5-star hotel in Urubamba: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Unexpected costs or delays beyond our control

After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will pick you up around 9:30 am for a full-day tour. First, visit the Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site (elevation: 2,792 m / 9,161 ft), a fascinating example of Inca military and religious architecture. Ollantaytambo is also known as the best-preserved Inca town, with cobblestone streets, water channels, and original buildings still in use today.

Continue the tour to Pisac (elevation: 2,972 m / 9,751 ft), where you’ll explore its impressive hilltop archaeological site, built into the mountainside with dramatic agricultural terraces.

Later in the afternoon, you’ll return to Cusco (about 40 minutes’ drive) and be dropped off at your hotel.

Included:

• Private transportation
• Certified tour guide
• Entrance tickets to Ollantaytambo and Pisac archaeological sites
• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

After several days of touring, today is yours to relax and enjoy Cusco at your own pace. Explore the historic city center, visit local markets for souvenirs, or unwind at the spa in your luxury hotel. You may also wish to visit the San Blas district, known for its artisans and charming streets.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel
• 5-star hotel in Cusco: Tambo del Inka, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa or similar

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control

It’s time to say goodbye. At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco for your flight to Lima, where you will connect to your international flight.

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Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco
• Private transportation from hotel to Cusco airport
• Assistance from hotel to airport
• Domestic flight ticket: Cusco to Lima

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner
• Hotel accommodations in Cusco or Lima
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control