DAY 1

Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Arequipa.

The White City of Arequipa (INCLUDED IN PRIVATE SERVICE)
In the afternoon visit Arequipa's main square, Carmen Alto and Yanahuara viewpoints, San Lazaro district, stopping in the Santa Teresa Monastery, the Compania Church, and the old colonial house Del Moral. Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Arequipa.

DAY 2

Santuarios Andinos Museum (INCLUDED IN PRIVATE SERVICE)                        (B)
After breakfast, you will visit the Santuarios Andinos Museum which offers a fascinating exhibition of Inca Impire's mummies and tools, being the Juanita Mummy or the Ampato's Lady (victim of a Inca Ritual) the main attraction.

Going to Colca Valley
From Arequipa to Colca, you will pass through the Aguada Blanca National Reserve where you will admire vicuña herds and other native species. Gaze the artistic Andean landscape from the “Mirador de los Andes”.  You will be transferred to your lodge.

Overnight in Colca.

DAY 3

Cruz del Condor                                                                                               (B)
We will drive you by the left hand-side of the Colca Canyon where you will visit some of the picturesque towns before arriving to "Cruz Del Condor". At "Cruz Del Condor", you will be able to watch the majestic flight of this unique bird and appreciate the impressive view of the canyon. Lunch at your lodge. Enjoy of the natural hot springs within the lodge's properties right next to the Colca River.

Overnight in Colca.

DAY 4

Arrival to Puno/Lake Titicaca, Sillustani                                                          (B)
The trip continuous to the city of Puno, right beside Lake Titicaca, where you will enjoy of amazing Andean landscapes.

Overnight in Puno / Lake Titicaca.

DAY 5

Lake Titicaca, a water mirror on the top of the world                            (B, L, D)
Transfer to the Islands of Uros, Taquile, and Suasi by boat located on Lake Titicaca. In Uros, you will discover how they manage to built this artificial land as a way of survival, using a local plant called “totora”. In Taquile, you will learn how the native community preserves their customs and traditions and their particular way of life. In Suasi, after a short explanation on the property you can settle in your room and enjoy the best view you could ever get from Lake Titicaca.

Suasi Island (INCLUDED IN PRIVATE SERVICE)
After arriving to Suasi Island and enjoying a BBQ, you will visit la Cabaña de Martha (Marta's Cabin) where you will be able to learn more about the singular altiplanic ecosystem of Lake Titicaca and its history.

Moreover, discover the way ancient Altiplanic cultures who lived on and near Lake Titicaca study the stars and constellations with your tour guide. Finish this experience with a cozy bonfire under the moon light.

Overnight in Suasi Island / Lake Titicaca.

DAY 6

Canoeing around Lake Titicaca                                                               (B, L, D)
You can enjoy of canoeing or going by zodiac around the Suasi Island where you will observe flaura and fauna native of Lake Titicaca such as zambullidores, huallatas, rayadores, piqueros and diverse species of seagulls as well as de South American camelids and vizcachas (Andean rabbits).

Itapilluni Mountain
Take a short trek to the Itapilluni Mountain where you will continue discovering the native species of flaura and fauna of the high plateau of Lake Titicaca, such as South American camelids and vizcachas, while appreciating impressive landscapes.

Overnight in Suasi Island / Lake Titicaca.

DAY 7

Transfer Suasi Island - Puno                                                                        (B, L)

Lampa Tour
On your return to Puno / Lake Titicaca, you will visit Lampa, a beautiful typical andean village where you will be able to observe several art expressions of La Escuela Cusqueña (Cusquenian School of Art) and a replica of La Pietá by Michelangelo.

Sillustani Tour
Visit the pre-Inca cemetery of Sillustani where you will find tubular stone tombs built by the Collas community and enjoy of a beautiful landscape. Transfer to your hotel in Puno.

Overnight in Puno.

DAY 8

Transfer Puno - Cusco                                                                                   (B, L)
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the station to take the tourist bus to Cusco. On the way, you will enjoy of archaeological sites, art expressions, food, flora and fauna tipical of the high lands, stopping in the traditional towns of Andahuaylillas, Racchi and Puccara. Transfer to your hotel in Sacred Valley. 

Overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 9

Chinchero, Maras, and Moray (INCLUDED IN PRIVATE SERVICE)                     (B)
After lunch, visit the traditional, agriculture, and textile town of Chinchero. Continue the tour to Maras' natural salt mines and discover the Inca’s advanced agricultural techniques in Moray. Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 10

Sacred Valley                                                                                                (B, L)
Early in the morning, you will start the journey to the Sacred Valley. Visit the artisan market and archaeological site of Pisac. Then, visit Awana kancha, a textile center where you will observe diverse types of South American camelids, learn about the andean textile and dyeing process based on regional natural plants.

After enjoying delicious peruvian food at a local restaurant, continue the tour visiting the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo and enjoy the spectacular mountain view.

Overnight in Sacred Valley.

DAY 11

Machu Picchu, one of the new seven wonders of the world!                       (B, L)
In the morning, a bus will transfer you to Ollantaytambo station where you will take the train to Machu Picchu. At you arrival, take the bus up to Machu Picchu and explore the great "Lost City of the Incas" accompanied by your private guide.

After lunch in Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge (Orient -Express Hotels). Walk up to the Sun Gate or to the Huayna Picchu to admire a panoramic view of the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Transfer to the Aguas Calientes station to take the Vistadome train to Ollantaytambo. Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 12

City tour of Cusco, the Archeological Capital of America                                   (B)
In the morning you will visit the Cathedral, Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay. Transfer to your hotel in Cusco.

Our representative will drive you to Cusco’s airport and assist you in your return to Lima.**