Peru Full of Adventure – 14 Days / 13 Nights

Pick-up from your hotel is scheduled for 7:00 am. A guide and private transportation will take you on a 4.5-hour drive to Ica, where you will visit Tacama, one of the oldest vineyards in Peru (elevation: 400 m / 1313 ft). There, you’ll learn about the process of making wine and pisco, explore the vineyard, and enjoy tastings of both products. Lunch will be served with views of the vineyards.

In the afternoon, travel by vehicle for about an hour to the Huacachina Desert (elevation: 406 m / 1333 ft), a natural oasis surrounded by sand dunes. You’ll ride up the dunes in buggies and have the chance to try sandboarding. If you prefer not to participate in the activity, you can simply relax and take in the stunning views. The desert sunset from this location is unforgettable. Afterward, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for the night.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Lima 
• Tourist transportation 
• Tour guide 
• Entrance to Tacama Vineyard 
• Entrance to Huacachina Desert 
• Buggy and sandboarding activity in Huacachina 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Huacachina 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Additional expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 
• Travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages

After an early breakfast at the hotel, you’ll travel for about one hour to the Paracas port, where you’ll board a motorboat for a 2-hour tour to the Ballestas Islands. Along the way, you’ll see the Candelabra geoglyph, carved into the sand and believed to be connected to the Nazca Lines.
During the tour, you’ll observe Peru’s marine life including seabirds, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian pelicans, boobies, sea otters, and other species. Impressive rock formations add to the dramatic scenery.

After returning to the dock, private transportation will drive you back along the coast for about 4 hours until you arrive at your hotel in Lima.
Please prepare your luggage, as the next day includes a domestic flight to another region of Peru.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Huacachina 
• Tourist transportation 
• Tour guide 
• Entrance to the Paracas port 
• Ballestas Islands tour 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Lima 

Not included:

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

Say goodbye to the Peruvian coast as you fly to Juliaca, known as the “City of Winds.” Three hours before your flight, transportation will pick you up from your hotel in Lima and take you to the airport. From there, you’ll board a flight to Inca Manco Cápac Airport in Juliaca.

The flight lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival at the airport (elevation: 3826 m / 12553 ft), a private transfer will take you on a 1 hour and 40-minute drive to your hotel in Puno (elevation: 3827 m / 12556 ft).

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Lima 
• Tourist transportation from hotel to airport in Lima 
• Domestic flight: Lima to Juliaca 
• Transfer from Juliaca Airport to hotel in Puno 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Puno 

Not included:

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

Early in the morning, around 6:00 am, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the port. Board a motorized boat for a 30-minute ride across Lake Titicaca to reach the floating islands of Uros (elevation: 3810 m / 12500 ft). These islands are constructed entirely from totora reeds, and the local people continue to live through fishing and traditional handicrafts. Their native language is Aymara. You may choose to take an optional totora reed boat ride, available on site for an additional cost.

The tour continues with a visit to Taquile Island (elevation: 3950 m / 12960 ft), located 37 kilometers from Puno. This island is known for its textile craftsmanship, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. Here, men are the primary weavers, starting their training at a very young age. The local language is Quechua.
You’ll enjoy a traditional lunch on the island before descending the stone stairways to the port and returning to Puno by boat. Arrival back at your hotel is expected around 5:30 pm.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Puno 
• Roundtrip transfer from hotel to port 
• Boat tour to Uros and Taquile Islands 
• Entry tickets to Uros and Taquile 
• Traditional lunch in Taquile 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Puno 

Not included:

• Totora reed boat ride (available on site for an additional fee) 
• Meals: Dinner 
• Travel insurance 
• Additional expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control

At approximately 2:30 in the morning, a private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Puno. You will travel for about five hours and forty minutes to the town of Cusipata. Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting at a local restaurant where you’ll enjoy breakfast together before continuing the journey to Palccoyo Mountain.

The initial road is paved, followed by dirt roads through remote Andean villages. This leg of the drive takes around one hour and forty minutes. Along the way, you’ll see traditional agricultural landscapes, herds of alpacas and sheep, and local people working the land. Once at the parking area, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking Andean scenery, including high-altitude grasslands, cacti, and native herbs used to feed camelids.

Prepare your camera—this place offers some of the most impressive views. The walk to the viewpoint takes about 50 minutes to an hour along a stone-marked path. At the summit of Palccoyo Mountain (4,900 meters / 16,076 feet), you’ll witness a stunning panoramic view of the valley, painted with natural hues of red, ochre, magenta, and more.

After taking in the scenery and photos, return to the parking lot and drive back to the restaurant for a freshly prepared local lunch. Around 3:00 pm, you’ll be transferred to your eco-lodge, located beside a river in the quiet town of Cusipata, where you’ll spend the night. Your guide will be on hand at all times, and you’ll have a chance to recharge both your camera and yourself for the next day’s adventure.

Included:

• Tourist transportation from Puno to Cusipata 
• Transportation for the Palccoyo tour 
• Professional guide for the Palccoyo tour 
• Breakfast and buffet lunch 
• Dinner at the eco-lodge 
• Entrance to Palccoyo Mountain 
• Trekking poles 
• First-aid kit and oxygen 
• One night of lodging at an eco-lodge 

Not included:

• Optional activities in Cusipata 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

Around 5:00 in the morning, you’ll depart for Pallay Poncho Mountain, located in the district of Layo. The drive takes about two and a half hours, passing through the towns of Checacupe, Combapata, San Pedro, Sicuani, and Marangani.

From the base of the mountain, the hike begins. It takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes to reach the top, crossing open grasslands and observing Andean wildlife such as llamas and alpacas. The trail becomes steep as you approach the summit, where the colored lines of Pallay Poncho become visible—red, ochre, magenta, turquoise green, brown, and yellow tones naturally layered like an Andean textile.

Once at the summit (4,700 meters / 15,420 feet), you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the Langui-Layo Lake and the surrounding Andean range. This is a perfect moment to relax, explore, and capture incredible photographs of this mysterious landscape.

After some time at the top, you’ll return along the same trail to the base, then head back to Cusipata for a buffet lunch. Later, you will continue to Cusco and be dropped off at your hotel.

Included:

• Tourist transport to Pallay Poncho and return to Cusco 
• Professional trekking guide 
• Buffet breakfast or box breakfast 
• Buffet lunch 
• Entry to Pallay Poncho Mountain 
• Trekking poles 
• First-aid kit and oxygen 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Cusco 

Not included:

• Dinner 
• Travel insurance 
• Snacks and water 
• Saddle horses (not available on this trek) 
• Extra expenses or delays beyond our control 

After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will meet you for a walking tour of Cusco starting at around 10:00 am. First stop is the San Pedro Market, just a 5- to 10-minute walk from most central hotels. This is a perfect introduction to living culture, with local food stalls, fresh juice, regional cheese, coca leaves, and traditional baked goods like pan chuta. You’ll also find handcrafted items such as alpaca sweaters, chullos (wool hats), and ponchos.

Next, you’ll visit the Santa Clara Arch, one of the beautiful architectural features of Cusco, followed by San Francisco Square, which houses a small Andean botanical garden.

The walk continues through Calle Marqués to Cusco’s Main Square (Plaza de Armas), also known as Aucaypata (a Quechua term meaning “sacred place”). Here, you’ll be surrounded by cobblestone streets, colonial arcades, and a lively mix of visitors from around the world.

We’ll also visit Sapantiana Aqueduct, a colonial-era stone structure, and stroll through Calle Siete Borreguitos, one of the city’s most photogenic alleys. The walk ends in the city center, giving you time to enjoy lunch or continue exploring at your own pace.

Included:

• Breakfast at your hotel in Cusco 
• Visit to San Pedro Market 
• Guided walking tour of Cusco 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Cusco 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Cusco. Around 10:00 am, you’ll be picked up and transferred to Mountain View cabins in the town of Maras (3,300 meters / 10,827 feet). The drive takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, offering views of agricultural fields where locals grow crops such as potatoes, wheat, beans, and oats.

Check-in time at the cabins is 1:00 pm, but you may be allowed to enter earlier if the room is available. During your stay, you can enjoy an outdoor tub, interact with Andean camelids like alpacas and llamas, and relax in the peaceful countryside. The property is located away from the city and surrounded by mountains and glaciers, offering a truly immersive experience in nature.

As part of your stay, you’ll also have bicycles available for use, perfect for exploring nearby trails and hills.

In the evening, unwind by the campfire and enjoy stargazing from the comfort of your cabin.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Cusco 
• Tourist transportation from Cusco to Mountain View 
• On-site assistance throughout your stay 
• Access to the campfire area 
• Free use of bicycles 
• Wood-burning stove in the room 
• One night in Mountain View cabins 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Optional activities at Mountain View 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control

Enjoy breakfast at Mountain View cabins. At the scheduled time, transportation will pick you up and take you to Ollantaytambo station, where you’ll board the Vistadome Observatory train toward Aguas Calientes. During the ride, you’ll be treated to onboard entertainment and incredible views of lush vegetation and the rushing Urubamba River, which runs alongside the train.

This 1 hour and 40-minute journey offers a unique experience, filled with music and dancers who make the ride unforgettable. Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes (elevation: 2,040 m / 6,693 ft), a representative will assist you to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is yours to relax, explore the quiet town, or have lunch at a local restaurant.

Included:

• Breakfast at Mountain View cabins 
• Tourist transportation to Ollantaytambo station 
• Vistadome Observatory train ticket to Aguas Calientes 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

Today starts early to ensure you are among the first to visit Machu Picchu. Don’t forget your passport.
You’ll board the first buses from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, a winding 35 to 40-minute ride through thick vegetation. Upon arrival (elevation: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft), take a moment to use the restroom, as no facilities are available inside the sanctuary.

With your private guide, explore this extraordinary site. Its stonework and hydraulic systems are astounding in precision and design. The tour includes several stops to understand the site’s history, architecture, and cultural significance, with time for photographs.

After the 2.5-hour guided visit, return to Aguas Calientes by bus. You’ll have free time to enjoy lunch and explore the town. At the assigned time, head to the train station for your Expedition train back to Ollantaytambo, where a driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Urubamba (2,871 m / 9,420 ft).

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Aguas Calientes 
• Private tour guide 
• Entry ticket to Machu Picchu 
• Roundtrip bus tickets Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu 
• Expedition train ticket to Ollantaytambo 
• Tourist transport from Ollantaytambo to hotel in Urubamba 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Urubamba 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Entry to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (check availability if interested) 
• Upgrade to Vistadome Observatory return train 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

After breakfast at your hotel in Urubamba, your guide will pick you up at 8:30 am for the tour.
Your first stop is Ollantaytambo (2,792 m / 9,161 ft), an Inca archaeological site that served both religious and military purposes. Its preserved layout, cobblestone streets, and water canals make it one of Peru’s most charming towns.

Next, head to Pisac (2,972 m / 9,751 ft), known for its hilltop archaeological site featuring terraces built into the mountainside for agriculture. After exploring Pisac, return to Cusco, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel in Urubamba 
• Tourist transportation 
• Private tour guide 
• Entry tickets to Ollantaytambo and Pisac 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Cusco 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

You’ll be picked up around 4:00 am for a 3-hour drive to the village of Mollepata, where you’ll enjoy breakfast at an Eco Camp with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
Then continue by road to Soraypampa (3,900 m / 12,796 ft), the starting point of the trek. The trail to Humantay Lake is uphill, taking about 1 hour. The last part is more demanding due to the slope and elevation, but the reward is well worth it.

At the top, you’ll reach Humantay Lake (4,200 m / 13,780 ft), fed by nearby glaciers. The turquoise color of its water is mesmerizing. Your guide will lead a short ceremony to thank the Apus, sacred mountain spirits. You’ll also place an apacheta, a symbolic pile of stones, as a sign of your personal achievement. After spending about 40 minutes at the lake, return along the same trail to meet the vehicle.

Lunch will be served back at the Eco Camp in Mollepata. In the afternoon, return to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 pm. You’ll have the evening free to enjoy a farewell dinner.

Included:

• Private tourist transport 
• Private tour guide 
• Entry ticket to Humantay Lake 
• Breakfast and lunch at Eco Camp 
• Trekking poles 
• First aid kit and oxygen 
• One night of hotel accommodation in Cusco 

Not included:

• Dinner 
• Horse rental (approx. 120 soles, optional) 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control 

After your final breakfast in Cusco, we’ll transfer you to the airport at the scheduled time for your flight to Lima, where you can connect to your international flight.

Included:

• Breakfast at the hotel 
• Tourist transportation to the Cusco airport 

Not included:

• Meals: Lunch and dinner 
• Hotel in Lima 
• Travel insurance 
• Extra expenses 
• Costs or delays beyond our control