We will start early with a pick-up between 4:20 AM – 5:20 AM, then head to Paracas at 6:00 AM. At Ballestas Islands, we will take a boat tour to see sea lions, penguins, and seabirds. After the tour, we will visit El Chaco for free time and lunch. 

In Ica, we will explore a Pisco vineyard and enjoy a tasting session. At Huacachina, we will experience an adrenaline-filled sandboarding and dune buggy ride. In the evening, we will return to Lima around 10:00 P.M and arrive at your hotel in Miraflores.

Statistics:

• Altitude: 406 meters sea level in Ica
• Distance: 620 km round trip

Difficulty Level: Easy

We will check out and take a transfer from the hotel to the international airport. After arriving in Cusco, our team will greet us at the train station. We will check into our hotel and rest to adjust to the high altitude. A travel coordinator will meet us for an itinerary briefing.

Statistics:

• Altitude: 3,400 meters sea level
• Activities: Airport transfer, flight, free day

Difficulty Level: Easy

Our guided tour will take us to Chinchero, known for its colorful markets and ancient ruins. At Moray, we will learn about Inca agricultural techniques. We will visit the Maras Salt Mines, where locals extract salt using traditional methods.

A buffet lunch in Urubamba will introduce us to Andean cuisine. In Ollantaytambo, we will explore massive stone terraces and Inca structures. Finally, we will visit Pisac, famous for its ruins, vibrant markets, and the cemetery of the Inca.

Ending our journey, we will arrive at the historic center of Cusco around 7:00 P.M, carrying beautiful memories and an unforgettable experience.

Statistics:

• Altitude: 2,792 meters sea level in Urubamba
• Distance: 100 km 

Difficulty Level: Moderate

We will depart early and cross the Sacred Valley, enjoying diverse landscapes. We will stop for lunch in Santa Teresa before continuing to Hidroeléctrica. From there, we will walk for three hours to Aguas Calientes. We will check in at our hotel, have dinner, and receive instructions for Machu Picchu.

Statistics:

• Route: Cusco – Santa Teresa – Hidroeléctrica – Aguas Calientes
• Distance Traveled: 250 km / 155 mi (bus) + 10 km / 6.2 mi (walk)
• Highest Altitude: 4,316 m / 14,160 ft

Difficulty Level: Moderate

We will wake up early for breakfast and begin the ascent to Machu Picchu. A guided tour will help us understand the site’s history and significance. After the tour, we will walk back to Hidroeléctrica and take our bus to Cusco, arriving at night around 10:00 PM.

Statistics:

• Route: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Hidroeléctrica – Cusco
• Distance Traveled: 10 km / 6.2 mi (walk) + 250 km / 155 mi (bus)
• Highest Altitude: 2,430 m / 7,972 ft

Difficulty Level: Challenging

We will drive to Cusipata, where we will have breakfast. After a briefing, we will start our ATV ride through rugged terrain. We will hike 10 minutes to reach Rainbow Mountain, where we will witness stunning colors formed by minerals. After exploring, we will return to Cusipata for lunch before heading back to Cusco around 4:00 PM .

Statistics:

• Altitude: 5,200 m (17,060 ft)
• Distance: 140 km (87 mi) round trip

Difficulty Level: Moderate to Challenging

We will drive to Mollepata, where we will have breakfast. After a safety briefing, we will hike for 1:30 hours to Humantay Lagoon. The turquoise waters, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, will make this a breathtaking experience. After enjoying the view, we will return for a buffet lunch before heading back around 4:50 PM to Cusco.

Statistics:

• Altitude: 4,200 m (13,780 ft)
• Distance: 120 km (75 mi) round trip
• Difficulty Level: Moderate to Challenging

We will check out and take our transfer from the hotel to Cusco International Airport. This will mark the end of our 8-day tour in Lima, Ica, and Cusco.

Statistics:

• Altitude: 3,400 meters sea level
• Activities: Airport transfer, departure

Difficulty Level: Easy