Southern Treasures

☾ 13 Days / 12 Nights

Discover the wonders of Peru for 13 incredible days through this fascinating Andean country, visiting the main cities and cultural attractions. Starting and ending in the capital, Lima, the circuit stops in the culinary capital of Arequipa, the inhospedable Colca Valley, the indigenous world of Lake Titicaca, and the Inca and colonial heritage of Cusco and Machu Picchu; the lost city of the Incas’.

📍 Points Highlights

Lima:  The capital of Peru is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoys a large architectural complex

Arequipa:  Stroll through the ‘forbidden city’ of Santa Catalina, meet the Jesuit church and enjoy views of the Misti volcano

Colca Valley:  Appreciate the elegance of the condors by planning on this valley 4,000 meters deep and visit some remote villages in the area

Lake Titicaca:  A cruise on the lake stops on Taquile Island and the floating islands of the Uros

Cusco:  The ancient Inca capital is a mixture of pre-Columbian ruins and Spanish colonial architecture

Machu Picchu:  The lost city of the Incas is hidden on the top of an Andean peak and offers views, not only of the mountain range, but also of the Inca past

Itinerary

DAY 1

Day 1 | Lima Arrival

A mobility, accompanied by a guide, will pick you up from the airport at the established time to transfer you to your hotel in Lima. Lima, capital of Peru, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with places such as the historic Casa Aliaga, the cathedral and the Larco Museum.

DÍA 2

Day 2 | Lima

Explore the old town of Lima. Start with a tour of the colonial center, which radiates from the Main Square visiting the Cathedral and the Aliaga House. Continue to the Larco Museum, which is located in a beautifully restored viceregal mansion. Finally, go to the “Love Park” where you will appreciate the cliffs with a great view of the Pacific Ocean.

DÍA 3

Day 3 | Lima – Arequipa

Transfer from Lima to Arequipa. Your trip will begin in the Plaza de Armas, next to the magnificent Arequipa Cathedral built during the 17th century. Visit the Monastery of Santa Catalina, and the Church of the Society of Jesus (1590). To end the day, visit the districts of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, to have a panoramic view of the Arequipa countryside.

DÍA 4

Day 4 | Arequipa – Colca Valley and Canyon

Departure from Arequipa, passing through the district of Yura en route to the Colca Valley. Lunch will be served in the picturesque town of Chivay with afternoon transfer to your selected hotel in the Colca Valley. Rest of the day off or you can visit the local hot springs.

DÍA 5

Day 5 | Colca Valley and Canyon

Breathe deeply and appreciate the immensity of the Colca Valley, one of the deepest canyons in the world with a maximum depth of 4,160 meters. The excitement of the experience is reinforced by the natural spectacle of great condors flying over the canyon. Descend to the bottom of the valley to discover some of the rustic villages in the area.

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Day 6 | Colca Valley and Canyon – Puno

Enjoy the last lunch in the Colca Canyon before leaving Chivay, leaving for the city of Puno. The road is a magical journey through puna plains, stone forests, blue lagoons populated by white herons that dry their wings with the icy wind above 4000 meters high. After six hours of travel you will arrive in Puno.

Incluye

  • Guía
  • Alojamiento
  • Alimentación
  • Transporte
  • Entradas y actividades

No incluye

  • Gastos de una naturaleza personal, bebidas alcohólicas, no alcohólicas y comidas no mencionadas explícitamente el programa
  • Tickets de avión internacionales a Perú
  • Tickets de avión domésticos
  • Tasas de aeropuerto domésticas e internacionales

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