LIMA & CUSCO EXPERIENCE

DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN LIMA | TRANSFER IN – HOTEL

Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to rest after your flight or explore the surroundings independently. Overnight in Lima.

DAY 2 – FLIGHT LIMA – CUSCO | TRANSFER IN – CITY TOUR (PM)

After your flight to Cusco, arrival at Velasco Astete Airport and transfer to your hotel. Rooms will be available according to hotel check-in policies.

In the afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour that introduces you to the cultural and historical heart of the former Inca capital. The tour begins at the Cusco Cathedral, located on the Main Square, where colonial art and religious history blend with Inca foundations. Continue to Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), once the most important religious center of the Inca Empire, later transformed by the Spanish into a colonial convent. The experience continues outside the city with visits to nearby archaeological sites, including Sacsayhuamán, an impressive fortress built with massive stone blocks and offering panoramic views of Cusco; Qenqo, a ceremonial center carved into rock; Puca Pucará, a former military and administrative complex; and Tambomachay, known for its sophisticated Inca water fountains. The tour concludes in the late afternoon with return to the city. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 3 – SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS | TRAIN TO AGUAS CALIENTES

Depart Cusco early in the morning to explore the fertile Sacred Valley of the Incas, a region known for its dramatic landscapes and important archaeological sites. The first stop is Pisac, where terraced ruins overlook the valley and a traditional market offers local handicrafts and colorful Andean culture.

Afterwards, continue through the valley to Urubamba, where a buffet lunch is served, before visiting the impressive fortress of Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town and strategic ceremonial center. In the afternoon, transfer to the train station and board the scenic train journey to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

DAY 4 – MACHU PICCHU GUIDED VISIT | RETURN TO CUSCO

Early in the morning, take the bus up to the legendary Machu Picchu Archaeological Sanctuary. Accompanied by a professional guide, explore the most important sectors of this iconic citadel, including temples, plazas, terraces, and viewpoints, learning about its history, architecture, and significance within the Inca Empire. The visit follows the assigned circuit, subject to availability.

After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included), then board the tourist train back to Cusco. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 5 – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN FULL DAY EXCURSION

Very early departure towards the southern Andes for a full-day excursion to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). After breakfast in the town of Cusipata, continue to the starting point of the hike. The walk, at high altitude, leads to one of Peru’s most striking natural landscapes, famous for its multicolored mineral formations.

Time is provided at the viewpoint to enjoy the scenery and take photos before returning along the same route. Lunch is included before heading back to Cusco in the late afternoon. Overnight in Cusco.

NOTE: Subject to weather conditions, particularly during the rainy season (December–March).

DAY 6 – FLIGHT CUSCO – LIMA | LIMA CITY TOUR (PM)

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day guided city tour of Lima, starting with panoramic views of pre-Inca archaeological sites and continuing into the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the Plaza Mayor, surrounded by colonial landmarks such as the Government Palace, Cathedral, and historic mansions. The tour also includes a visit to a traditional convent before continuing to the modern districts of Miraflores and Larcomar, where cliffs overlook the Pacific Ocean and provide spectacular coastal views. Overnight in Lima

DAY 7 – LIMA | TRANSFER OUT

At the scheduled time, transfer to Lima International Airport for your international departure.