Accommodation

Overnight in Lima - Estelar Lima Miraflores Overnight in Arequipa - La Maison d’Elise Overnight in the Colca Canyon - Casa Andina Standard Colca Overnight in Puno - Casa Andina Standard Puno Overnight in Sicuani - Wilkamayu Overnight in sacred valley - Agusto’s Valle Sagrado hotel Overnight in Aguas Calientes - Ferre Machu Picchu Overnight in Cusco - Encantada Boutique Spa

Guide

Local guide for the transfer from the Lima airport. Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Lima Private local guide for the transfer to the airport. Private English speaking guide from the Arequipa airport. Private English speaking guide for the Arequipa city tour. Private English-speaking guide for the visit of the Colca Canyon Spanish-speaking driver from Chivay to Puno Private English speaking guide on the lake. Private guide between Puno and Sicuani Private English speaking guide for the Palccoyo visit. English speaking guide for the sacred valley visit. Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Machu Picchu (local guide) Spanish-speaking driver for transfer from Cusco bus terminal Private English speaking guide to visit downtown Cusco. Private English speaking guide for the transfer to the airport.

Transport

Private transport from the airport of Lima. Private minibus for the visit of Lima Private transfer to the Lima airport. Private transport from the airport. Private transport for the visit of the Colca Canyon Private bus between Chivay and Puno. Private boat on the lake. Private transportation between Puno and Sicuani Private vehicle for the Palccoyo visit. Private vehicle to visit the Incas Sacred Valley, Train trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes. Economic or Executive class. (inca rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail) Regular local bus for the round trip to the Machu Picchu inca site. from Aguas Calientes. Train trip between Aguas Calientes and Ollantaytambo en Economic or Executive classe (Inca Rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail). Line bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco Private transfer from the Cusco bus terminal Private vehicle for the airport.

Meals

Breakfasts (unless otherwise indicated) The meals indicated in the program

Others

The entrance fee to the Rainbow mountain ridge. Train Economic/Executive or Expedition class between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes. The round trip bus to the Machu Picchu inca site from Aguas Calientes Class Expedition Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo. Hotels with category of your choice Transport related to the circuit (bus, train...) Breakfasts (unless otherwise indicated) The meals indicated in the program Entrance fees to particular sites and places included in the circuit (unless otherwise indicated) Payment fees by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)

Not included:

Others

The flight Lima / Arequipa on regular flight The flight Cusco / Lima on regular lineInternational round trip flight from the country of origin and related taxes Boarding fees at bus terminals (about US$0.50 per trip) Optional excursions indicated Meals (except those included in the program) Count about 8€ per person and per meal Beverages Tips in use Personal expenses Personal insurance

Flights

International and Domestic Flights are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

- The ascent of Huayna Picchu which is the sugar loaf that can be seen in the background of Machu Picchu’s famous picture. The climb is very steep and physical. The ascent of the Montaña is the other mountain that is located on the Machu Picchu site, behind it. The ascent of Huayna Picchu and Montaña takes place in the morning. - Vistadome train ride (back way) from Machu Picchu to Ollantaytambo

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Day 1 Arrival In Lima
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Lima

Transfer in private vehicle accompanied by your guide to the modern and safe district of Miraflores located next to the Pacific Ocean. (1h trip approximately ).

Afternoon at leisure in Lima.

Dinner at leisure in Lima.

Overnight in Lima.

Note :

If you have an early arrival, you should consider booking a room for the previous night to enjoy it upon your arrival. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait in the hotel’s public areas until your room becomes available, which is typically around 14:00.

Transportation : Private transport from the airport of Lima.

Guides and staff : Local guide for the transfer from the Lima airport.
Day 2 Visit Of Lima And Flight To Arequipa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of Lima And Flight To Arequipa

First, you will head towards Plaza San Martin, which belongs to the historic center of Lima. Then, you will walk along the pleasant pedestrian street of Jirón de la Unión. You will also have the opportunity to discover an amazing pedestrian crossing, immersing you in the world dedicated to postcards and philately (closed on Mondays). Then you will head towards the church of La Merced, a remarkable religious monument built in 1535. After visiting the church you will reach the pleasant Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city and where several historical monuments are located: among the most important, the Cathedral, the seat of government, as well as the Town Hall. After immersing yourselves in the heart of Lima’s history, you will discover the catacombs of the San Francisco convent.

Lunch at leisure in Lima

Transfer to the Lima international airport accompanied with your local guide (following your flight schedule).

Flight to Arequipa and transfer to your hotel accompanied with your guide.

Dinner at leisure in Arequipa

Overnight in Arequipa.

Note :

Depending on the availability of flights to Arequipa it is possible to visit Lima on the last day of the trip

Duration of the visit of the city centre of Lima: 3 hours

Transportation: Private minibus for the visit of Lima

Private transfer to the Lima airport.

Private transfer from Arequipa airport

Guides and staff: Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Lima

Private local guide for the transfer to the airport.

Spanish-speaking driver from Arequipa airport

Internal flights: Flight Lima / Arequipa on regular flight (not included)
Day 3 Visit Of The White City Of Arequipa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of The White City Of Arequipa

You will start your visit of the city by visiting the Plaza de Armas, lined with arcades, all the buildings surrounding it are built of Lava Tuff, here called Sillar. This architectural feature has given the city the nickname of "white city". You will appreciate the charming Cathedral, built in sillar, damaged by the 2001 earthquake. You will also visit the cloister of the Compañia, one of the oldest Jesuit churches in the city, dating from 1739. You will be able to discover a remarkable architectural ensemble. The discovery of city continues with the visit of the Santa Catalina convent, built on XVI century, a real colorful religious village totally integrated to Arequipa.

Lunch at leisure in Arequipa

Dinner at leisure in Arequipa

Overnight in Arequipa.

Guides and staff : Private English speaking guide for the Arequipa city tour.
Day 4 The Colca Canyon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

The Colca Canyon

During the journey, you will cross the western part of the Salinas and Aguada Blanca nature reserve, located at an average altitude of 4,300 meters. At this point you will have the opportunity to stop to observe herds of llamas and appreciate this protected area rich in biodiversity. You will cross the Patapampa pass, located at an altitude of over 4,900 meters, and feel the effects of the increasing scarcity of oxygen. Once you reach the Colca Valley, you will have the opportunity to stop and contemplate the landscapes.

Lunch at leisure in Chivay

After lunch, visit one of the many hot springs in the area, such as Chacapi, Umaru or La Calera, perfect for relaxing.

Dinner at leisure in Colca

Overnight in Colca canyon

Note :

Overnight in Colca is scheduled in the village of Chivay or Yanque, depending on the hotels.

Transportation: Private transport for the visit of the Colca Canyon

Guides and staff: Private English-speaking guide for the visit of the Colca Canyon
Day 5 Colca Canyon And Private Bus Chivay To Puno
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Colca Canyon And Private Bus Chivay To Puno

You will make your way to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where you can revel in a breathtaking panoramic view of the magnificent Canyon and its valley. From this rugged peak, you have the opportunity to witness the impressive condors soaring in their natural habitat, as they ascend within the Canyon. You will descend into the Canyon along the left bank, passing by the Antahuilque and Choquetico viewpoints, renowned for their pre-Inca cemetery and suspended graves. You’ll also explore several traditional villages, including Maca, Achoma, and Yanque, each with its distinctive ’baroque’ colonial church".

Lunch at leisure in Chivay

After lunch, you will take a private bus to Puno (6 hours journey with stops).

Dinner at leisure in Puno.

Overnight in Puno.

Transportation: Private bus between Chivay and Puno.

Guides and staff: Spanish-speaking driver from Chivay to Puno
Day 6 Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile

You will start your exploration of Lake Titicaca by visiting the Titinos Island, which consists of islands constructed from woven aquatic plants reinforced with lake reeds known as ’totora.’ Next, you will board a boat to reach Taquile Island. Taquile is a serene island with lush green hills that beautifully contrast with the deep blue waters of Lake Titicaca. Here, you will delve into the customs of the island’s inhabitants, renowned for their high-quality textile tradition.

Lunch at leisure in Taquile.

Transfer to Puno.

Transfer to your hotel (duration: 10 min).

Dinner at leisure in Puno.

Overnight in Puno.

Transportation: Private boat on the lake.

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide on the lake.
Day 7 A Unique Route Between Puno And Sicuani By Tinajani And Kanamarca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

A Unique Route Between Puno And Sicuani By Tinajani And Kanamarca

You will traverse unusual paths, passing through the villages of Cabanilla and Lampa until reaching the Tinajani Canyon. During the visit to the canyon, you can admire over 200 hectares of stunning rock formations created over a million years ago. Continuation of the journey to the village of Ayaviri.

Lunch included in Ayaviri

Visit of Kanamarca (3950m): An pre-Inca archaeological site, belonging to the K’ana culture. Its strategic location and connection to key historical events make it a place of great importance for understanding the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Afterwards, you will take the route towards Sicuani.

Dinner included in Sicuani

Overnight in Sicuani.

Note :

- Total route time without visits : About 6 hours

- Puno-Tinajani : 2h / Tinajani-Kanamarca : 2h30 / Kanamarca-Sicuani : 2h

- If you are vegetarian or do not like mutton, we will plan a box lunch.

Transportation: Private transportation between Puno and Sicuani

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide between Puno and Sicuani
Day 8 Visit To Mountain Of Seven Colours Palccoyo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit To Mountain Of Seven Colours Palccoyo

The Palccoyo colorful mountain, less known and consequently less touristy, is located in the same valley as Vinicunca mountain. An ideal spot for hikers to admire the layers of minerals that create a spectacular array of colors on the mountain slopes. Along the way, you won’t fail to marvel at the "stone forest". Then, visit Checacupe village. After having noticed its 17th century colonial church, and the recently renovated colonial bridge, you will visit the Inca bridge made of braided ropes.

Lunch included on the route.

Afterward, you will take the road to the sacred valley.

Dinner at leisure in the Sacred Valley

Overnight in sacred valley.

Note :

- Total time Sicuani/Palccoyo/Valley without visits: approximately 5 hours. The time will depend on the location of your hotel in the Sacred Valley.

- Also possible to go to Vinicunca instead of Palccoyo.

- Attention: For this excursion, the effort is intense due to the lack of oxygen. For an optimal experience, acclimatization to over 3500 meters is highly recommended before the excursion.

Transportation: Private vehicle for the Palccoyo visit.

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide for the Palccoyo visit.
Day 9 Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca

You will visit Moray, an archaeological site featuring concentric circular terraces. Your tour will then take you to the Maras Salt Flats, a captivating contrast nestled in the heart of the valley.

Lunch at leisure in Urubamba

Next, you will embark on a visit to the Ollantaytambo Fortress. This final Inca stronghold’s geographical and strategic location allowed the Incas to resist the Spanish conquest, making it a site of great historical significance.

Train trip to Aguas Calientes (about 1h40).

Dinner at leisure in Aguas Calientes

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Note :

Travel time: Cusco/Moray: 1h20; Moray/Maras: 30 min; Maras/Ollantaytambo: 50 min

Only small bags are allowed in the train (maximum 5kg).

Your main luggage must be kept in your hotel storage in Cusco or in the Sacred Valley.

Transportation: Private vehicle to visit the Incas Sacred Valley,

Train trip between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes. Economic or Executive class. (inca rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail)

Guides and staff: English speaking guide for the sacred valley visit.
Day 10 Machu Picchu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Machu Picchu

You will take the bus to go towards the Inca site.

Machu Picchu was rediscovered in 1911 by the American explorer and archaeologist Hiram Bingham. A dream destination for every traveler, is a legend that has not yet revealed all its mysteries. The citadel continues to enchant and captivate visitors in search of its magic. Its geographical location bestows upon it an audacious and enchanting beauty. The site’s division into several districts and the geographical challenges of the region underscore the magnificence and ingenuity of the Inca civilization. Many mysteries remain to be unraveled.

Return by bus to Aguas Calientes (about 20 min)

Lunch at leisure

Train departure to Ollantaytambo (about 1h40).

Bus from Ollantaytambo station to Cusco.

Transfer to your hotel (Spanish-speaking driver only) (Duration: 15 min).

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.

Options :

In addition to the entrance to Machu Picchu, we offer:

The ascent of Huayna Picchu which is the sugar loaf that can be seen in the background of Machu Picchu’s famous picture. The climb is very steep and physical.

The ascent of the Montaña is the other mountain that is located on the Machu Picchu site, behind it. The ascent of Huayna Picchu and Montaña takes place in the morning.

Note :

Visit of the site with a private English-speaking guide (about 2 hours). Attention, the Cusco / Aguas Calientes round trips (trains + buses) are unaccompanied. Meeting with your guide at the entrance of the site.

Train return schedule: usually at 19:00 hours (Inca Rail) or at 18:45 (Peru Rail). Sometimes at 14:30 p.m. if available (for other train schedule and services: on request.)

Transportation : Regular local bus for the round trip to the Machu Picchu inca site. from Aguas Calientes.

Train trip between Aguas Calientes and Ollantaytambo en Economic or Executive classe (Inca Rail) or Expedition (Peru Rail).

Line bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco

Private transfer from the Cusco bus terminal

Guides and staff: Private English-speaking guide for the visit of Machu Picchu (local guide)

Transportation: Spanish-speaking driver for transfer from Cusco bus terminal
Day 11 Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco

During the day, you’ll explore this renowned imperial city, including the captivating Plaza de Armas. As you wander through its streets, you’ll encounter a testament to the architectural prowess of both the Incas and the Spanish. One highlight of your visit will be the renowned Twelve-Angle Stone, a remarkable Inca construction where stones interlock with astonishing precision, leaving observers with numerous questions and a deep sense of wonder. Visit to the pre columbian art museum in Cusco, which presents pieces from the region to the coastal plains, from 1250 BC to 1532 (date of the Spanish invasion). Next, you will explore the Temple of the Sun, known as Qoricancha in Quechua. Here, you’ll uncover the impressive foundations of the Santo Domingo Monastery, along with the adjacent colonial church. Additionally, you will have the chance to explore Cusco’s bustling central market, San Pedro, where life carries on with vibrancy. This market stands as the city’s most significant, offering a plethora of fruits, vegetables, spices, and flowers.

Lunch at leisure in Cusco

Afternoon at leisure in Cusco.

Meeting at Pisco museum in Cusco: It’s a nice bar where you will learn to prepare the Pisco Sour, the national cocktail, you can create your own version with the different ingredients proposed by the bar, and of course taste your creation. Salud! For the youngest and those who do not drink alcohol, preparation of a cocktail without alcohol

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.

Guides: Private English speaking guide to visit downtown Cusco.
Day 12 Hasta Pronto!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hasta Pronto!

Departure from your hotel to the Cusco airport accompanied with your guide (to assist with the boarding procedures) .

You will fly to Lima over the majestic Andes Cordillera and its countless snow-covered peaks (about 1h15).

End of your journey.

Note :

Cusco airport is sometimes subjected to difficult weather conditions, and flights are sometimes delayed or cancelled, especially during the rainy season (December to March). Antipode, can not be held responsible for these delays or cancellations and their consequences. If you wish to have all the guarantees for your international flight, we suggest you book connected flights, Cusco / Lima / Final destination.

Transportation: Private vehicle for the airport.

Guides and staff: Private English speaking guide for the transfer.to the airport.

Internal flights: Flight Cusco / Lima on regular line (not included)

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Itinerary of your trip Andean Landscapes

Arrival In Lima

Visit Of Lima And Flight To Arequipa

Visit Of The White City Of Arequipa

The Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon And Private Bus Chivay To Puno

Visit Of Titinos Et Taquile

A Unique Route Between Puno And Sicuani By Tinajani And Kanamarca

Visit To Mountain Of Seven Colours Palccoyo

Visit Of The Sacred Valley Of The Inca

Machu Picchu

Visit Of The Imperial City Of Cusco

Hasta Pronto!

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