Peru Vacation Package 9 Days: Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Puno & Arequipa

09:00 – 09:30 Pick-up from our hotel or meeting point in Miraflores. 09:30 – 10:30 We visit the Historic Center of Lima, the Central Reserve Bank Museum, where you’ll see the “Treasures of Peru Collection,” a selected exhibition of gold objects, ceramics, and textiles from various pre-Columbian cultures. 10:30 – 12:30 Additionally, explore the monumental complex of San Francisco, representing the largest collection of colonial religious art in America. Highlighted is the visit to its underground crypts known as the “Catacombs.” BCRP Museum is closed to the public on Mondays.

Start your City Tour in Cusco by arriving at our office at 1:00 p.m. From there, we will take a 10-minute walk to the Temple of Koricancha, where you will enjoy a guided visit of approximately one hour. Your guide will share the history and significance of this fascinating place. Then, we will board our vehicle to Sacsayhuamán, an impressive Inca site famous for its astonishing stonework. During the visit, your guide will provide valuable information about this extraordinary place. After Sacsayhuamán, we will continue to Qenqo, an ancient site where the Incas performed rituals and ceremonies. Next, we will explore Tambomachay, known for its beautiful water fountains, a place where the Inca king used to relax and meditate.

Itinerary of the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour Start Time: The tour begins at 7:00 a.m. at our office, located at Portal Nuevo 270, Plaza Regocijo, Cusco. First Stop: Chinchero After a journey of approximately 45 minutes, we will arrive in Chinchero. Here, our guide will show you the Inca archaeological site and the ancient colonial church. Additionally, we will visit a local family to witness how they make traditional textiles using natural dyes, a tradition passed down through generations. Second Stop: Moray We will continue to Moray, where we will explore its impressive circular terraces built by the Incas. This site served as an ancient agricultural experimental station showcasing the Incas’ advanced knowledge of cultivation in different microclimates. You will have time to take photographs and walk around while our guide shares the fascinating history of the place.

• Return Time

  We plan to return to Cusco around 6:30 p.m., after a day full of discoveries through the most iconic sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

• Important Trip Details

  Travel Time Between Destinations: Varies between 30 minutes and 1 hour by car. During these journeys, you will enjoy the breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley. Time at Each Site: You will have between 30 minutes and 1 hour to explore each site and understand its historical and cultural significance. Tourist Ticket: If you do not have your tourist ticket yet, you can purchase it in Chinchero, our first stop on the tour. This ticket is necessary to access the archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley.

Detailed Itinerary: One-Day Trip to Machu Picchu from Cusco, via Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes Early Morning: Your adventure begins with a pick-up between 4:00 and 4:15 AM directly from your hotel in Cusco. If you’re staying in the Sacred Valley, please let us know at +51 982 520 735 via WhatsApp to arrange the pick-up. Our exclusive transportation from Explore Peru 360 will be ready to collect you at your hotel or Airbnb’s reception. The journey will take you through the stunning Andean mountains to the train station in Ollantaytambo, approximately a 1 hour and 45-minute ride. Train Journey to Aguas Calientes: Upon arriving at the Ollantaytambo station, our driver will assist you in boarding the train, which departs around 6:10 AM or 6:40 AM to the picturesque town of Aguas Calientes. During the 1.5-hour ride, you can enjoy views of the Urubamba River and the Andean landscapes.

• Day Summary

  Pick-up in Cusco: 4:00 AM Train Departure to Aguas Calientes: 6:10 AM or 6:40 AM Entry to Machu Picchu: 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM Return Train to Ollantaytambo: 2:30 PM or 3:20 PM Arrival in Cusco: 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM This itinerary is designed to provide you with an unforgettable experience, meticulously organized so that you can fully enjoy the wonder of Machu Picchu in just one day.

At the time indicated by our agency you will board our transportation from Cusco to Puno

6:40 AM: Hotel pick-up and transfer to the Puno port, where we board a motorboat and set off towards the floating islands of the Uros. Uros Islands Visit (45 minutes): Explore these ancient floating islands, home to the Uros community, with an English and Spanish-speaking guide who will share the unique lifestyle of the inhabitants. The Uros are an indigenous community made up of more than 40 islands, all built by the inhabitants using totora reeds. These reeds are used for constructing their homes, boats (rafts), as fuel, and even as food. On this tour, you’ll visit the main island and explore 2 or 3 additional islands (around 30 minutes each). There’s also an option to take a ride on the traditional totora reed boats.

• Return to Puno

  2:30 PM: Departure from Taquile. Arrival in Puno at approximately 5:00 PM (standard boat) or 3:50 PM (speedboat). Transfer from the port to your hotel.

Departure Time: The journey starts early at 2:45 AM with pick-up from your hotel in Arequipa. – Route: The trip heads north, skirting the Chachani Volcano, and continues towards Chivay. The estimated travel time to Chivay is around 3.5 hours. – Breakfast in Chivay: Upon arrival in Chivay, you’ll enjoy breakfast in this charming town. – Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint: After breakfast, the journey continues for about 2 hours to reach the “Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint,” located at 3,500 meters above sea level. Here, you’ll witness the majestic flight of condors and take in the panoramic views of the Colca Canyon, which is 1,200 meters deep. – Time at the Viewpoint: You’ll spend around 2 hours at the Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint, enjoying the scenery and watching these magnificent birds.

After breakfast, we will begin the tour to the White City of Arequipa, where we will visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places, established in 1970 and featuring a wealth of colonial art pieces. We will also explore the Jesuit Cloisters and the neighborhoods of Cayma and Yanahuara, which offer a magnificent view of Misti Volcano. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore Arequipa at your own pace.

At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Lima. END OF SERVICES We hope you had a completely unforgettable journey!