ANDEAN TREASURES 9D/8N
Lima City Tour – Machu Picchu – Sacred Valley – Rainbow Mountain – Lake Titicaca – Uros Island – Taquile Island – Sillustani
The Andean Treasures program is an exciting tourist journey that allows travelers to explore a wide variety of stunning landscapes, experience local culture and cuisine, and enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay in Peru’s most popular tourist destinations.
Cusco is a city full of positive energy and joy. The local inhabitants are warm and friendly, making tourists feel welcome and comfortable. The city is surrounded by imposing mountains and spectacular landscapes that create a unique atmosphere for visitors. Excursions in Cusco offer the opportunity to connect with the region’s nature and history, which can have a healing effect on the soul. Tourists can enjoy mountain hikes, practice yoga in sacred places, experience ancestral rituals, and taste delicious local cuisine. All of this contributes to a sense of well-being and happiness.
On the other hand, Puno is a city located in the highland region of Peru, surrounded by the majestic Lake Titicaca, considered the highest navigable lake in the world. Puno’s landscape is impressive, with nature offering a unique energy. Tourists can enjoy excursions to the floating islands of the Uros, Taquile Island, and the Capa chica peninsula, among others. In Puno, tourists can experience local culture through music, dance, and craftsmanship. Activities can also be done to heal the body and mind. In summary, both Cusco and Puno offer a unique and enriching experience for tourists seeking happiness, positive energy, healing, and enjoyment of excursions in a culturally and naturally rich environment.
The qualities of this tour
- Limited group of 10 participants
- Daily departures guaranteed from 2 passengers
- A slow ascent circuit at altitude designed by professionals.
- Complete discovery of: The city of Cusco, the Temple of the Sun Qoricancha and Saccaywaman, Qenqo MachuPicchu, Sacred Valley Ollantaytambo, Moray, Salineras de Maras, Chinchero
- Optional: Typical Cooking Classes: Lomo Saltado, Ají de Gallina, Ceviche y Chicha Morada, Pisco Sour
- Possible extensions to extend your trip: Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Huacachina Oasis, Arequipa City, Colca Canyon. Amazon River, Lake Titicaca, Amazon Jungle Manu Tambopata, Tiwanaco and Salar Uyuni in Bolivia
- Hotels selected for their charm and geographical location in the heart of the City.
- One night at the foot of Machupicchu
- Contact with an Andean community
- All taxes included
Day 01 LIMA
Welcome coca tea reception and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon, stroll through the Miraflores district, the green coast, Larco Mar, return to the hotel
Day 02 LIMA / CITY TOUR
Breakfast at the hotel, departure to visit “The City of Kings” Lima in its 3 historical periods: Pre-Hispanic, Colonial, and Modern. We present a panoramic view of “La Huaca Pucllana”, we visit the imposing Historic Center of Lima: Its palaces, mansions, churches, and squares ending with a visit to the residential and financial area of San Isidro and an unforgettable view of the Pacific Ocean in the Miraflores district, finally return to the hotel
Day 03 LIMA / CUSCO / CITY TOUR
Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Cusco, welcome coca tea reception and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon, visit to the city of Cusco, main square, Temple of the Sun Qoricancha, Sacsay Huamán, Qenqo and finally return to the hotel
Day 04 CUSCO / MACHUPICCHU
Breakfast at the hotel, Transfer to the Ollantaytambo train station to take the train that will take you through the depths of the Urubamba canyon to reach the foot of one of the most mysterious and enigmatic places in the World “Machupicchu”, classified by UNESCO as Cultural Heritage of Humanity, immediately take the bus that will take us to the archaeological site, guided tour for approximately two and a half hours, return to Aguas Calientes and rest of the afternoon free to walk around the City and enjoy the hot springs in Machupicchu town
Day 05 MACHUPICCHU / SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCAS / CUSCO
Breakfast at the hotel, departure to take the return train to Ollantaytambo, visit to the archaeological site and then continue to visit the agronomic laboratory of the Incas “Moray” then continue with the visit to the Maras Salt Mines with more than 4000 years of exploitation, finally we visit The Andean textile center in Chinchero, which rescues spinning, weaving, and dyeing techniques of alpaca wool naturally, arrival in Cusco at the end of the afternoon
Day 06 RAINBOW MOUNTAIN / PUNO
Very early in the morning departure to visit Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain, it is a mountain located in the Andes mountain range in Cusco, Peru, The hike to the colorful mountain is demanding, as it is located at an altitude of over 5,000 meters above sea level. However, the reward upon reaching the top is an impressive and unique view. The rainbow mountain is a sacred place for the local population, and is considered a pilgrimage site. It is believed to have healing and spiritual powers. Visitors must be respectful of nature and local culture, and follow the established rules to preserve the mountain and its surroundings. Then departure towards Puno and installation at the Hotel
Day 07 LAKE TITICACA / UROS FLOATING ISLANDS / TAQUILE ISLAND
Breakfast at the hotel, Transfer to the port of Puno to take the boat and visit Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world and visit the enigmatic floating islands of the Uros, they are a set of floating islands built by the Uro community, an indigenous people who have lived on Lake Titicaca since pre-Columbian times, then visit to Taquile Island known for its indigenous community that has maintained its pre-Hispanic culture and traditions to this day. The inhabitants of Taquile are mainly dedicated to fishing, agriculture, and crafts. The men on the island are expert weavers and produce high-quality woolen textiles. The island is also known for its stunning landscapes, making it a popular tourist destination for those seeking adventures in nature.
Day 08 PUNO / SILLUSTANI / LIMA
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to visit the Chullpas de Sillustani is an archaeological site located in the heights of the Peruvian Altiplano, on the shores of Lake Umayo. This place is famous for its pre-Columbian funerary towers, called chullpas, built by the Colla culture between the 13th and 15th centuries. From there you can enjoy an impressive view of Lake Umayo, considered one of the most beautiful in Peru and the Andean region. In addition, Lake Umayo is an ideal place to observe birds, as it is home to several endemic species. Then departure towards the airport to take the return flight to Lima, reception and transfer to the hotel in Lima
Day 09 LIMA
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for departure
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