Lima
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Lima
Today you arrive in Lima. You'll receive more information on the airport transfer in our WhatsApp group the week before the trip starts.
In the evening we will head out for a Welcome Dinner and enjoy some delicious food and drinks together.
Duration: 1 day
Lima
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Lima
Lima is famous for its cuisine and you can find some of the best Peruvian ceviche here. After a free morning, we head to the district of Chorillos, somehow a fisherman's village inside the city of Lima. We willnot only sample some authentic ceviches, but also have a sneak peek in the kitchen and see how it is prepared.
After that, the afternoon is for exploring historic centre. From the prestigious Plaza de Armas you can explore the cathedral, the monastery or the close by catacombs and stroll around the bustling streets. When it's getting dark, we will be heading over to Circuito Magico del Agua and enjoy the indulgence of the illuminated fountains.
Duration: 1 day
Ica Desert
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Ica
Today we make our way to the desert of Ica, South of Lima. The bus journey is around 4-5 hours. Here we will be picked up and transferred to our campsite in the middle of the desert. Don't worry, you will sleep on actual mattresses tonight!
First we ride on sand buggies through the dunes and then we will enjoy some sandboarding with a view of the city of Ica. Before going back to the camp, you will see one of the best sunsets in the middle of the dunes.
Back at the campsite, a delicious barbecue awaits us. We will enjoy our meal and some drinks before dancing the night away by the bonfire. Oh, and there is also a surprise waiting for you!
Duration: 1 day
Huacachina Oasis
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Huacachina
After a good night sleep under the stars of the desert, we head through the dunes to the oasis of Huacachina. Here we will enjoy breakfast with a relaxing day in the oasis ahead of us. We will be based in a hostel with a pool during the day. So you can either just relax by the pool, venture out and explore the big dunes around the area or you can sit back and enjoy the waters of the oasis.
In the evening we will then take a night bus from Ica to the city of Arequipa. Don't worry, the night bus seats recline 180 degrees and make for quite comfy beds.
Duration: 1 day
Arequipa
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Arequipa
We arrive in Arequipa in the morning, so you have the whole day to relax and explore the city by yourself. Known as the white city, Arequipa has undoubtedly stunning architecture and in our opinion the most beautiful Plaza de Armas in Peru.
Next to its beauty, Arequipa has to offer so much more. You can visit the monastery, head up to the viewpoint and enjoy an incredible view over the city and the volcanos around or enjoy the delicious food the city has to offer.
Duration: 1 day
Arequipa
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Arequipa
Today, you'll have the chance to explore a bit more of this beautiful city before taking a night bus that will take us from Arequipa to Puno, a town located on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Duration: 1 day
Lake Titicaca
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Lake Titicaca
We'll arrive in Puno early in the morning, and after a warming breakfast, we'll hop onto our boat and make our way to the island of Taquile. There, we'll spend a night in the home of a welcoming local family. But before that, we'll make a stop at the Uros islands, where we'll immerse ourselves in the fascinating lifestyle of the people who reside on these floating islands.
Prepare to be amazed by the simplicity and groundedness of the people living on the lake. Their connection with nature is truly inspiring and integral to the life that thrives around Lake Titicaca.
Duration: 1 day
Cusco
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Cusco
Today we will wake up very early to make our way to Cusco. Not going to lie, this will be a long day on the bus. But you will be rewarded with views of mountains and the beauty of the capital of the Inkas at night.
Duration: 1 day
Cusco
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Cusco
Once the centre of the Inkan Empire, Cusco is the base for everyone who wants to visit Machu Picchu and in general a city worthwhile exploring.Today, you will have the whole day to acclimatise to the altitude and wander through the ancient streets of Cusco.
There are many things to see: the scenic Plaza de Armas, bustling San Pedro Market and the hip district of San Blas with incredible views of the city.
Duration: 1 day
Aguas Calientes
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Aguas Calientes
After breakfast, we will embark on our two-day journey to Machu Picchu. This is going to be an early morning. We will be leaving the hostel at around 6am and take a bus for about 5 hours.
After a late breakfast we will take a short taxi and enjoy some hot springs in the middle of lush nature before heading to Hidroeléctrica , where we embark on our 2 hour hike along the train treks to Aguas Calientes. The route is scenic and at some point, you can even see parts of the Machu Picchu ruins.
We will arrive in Aguas Calientes in the late afternoon. So you have some time to take a look around, have some dinner and get an early night, as we will get up quite early the following morning.
Duration: 1 day
Cusco
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Machu Picchu
Today is the day! We will get up quite early at around 4 am and start our hike up to Machu Picchu. We will arrive at the entrance about at 6 am and enjoy the morning by exploring the UNESCO World Heritage site first by ourselves and during the later morning also with our guide.
Shortly before lunchtime, we will make our way back to Aguas Calientes, where you have time for lunch and exploring the town before we take the most scenic train back to Cusco. Be prepared for the views!
Duration: 1 day
Cusco
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Cusco
Take in the experiences from the last days and relax during a free day in Cusco.
You can either go and get a massage or, if you still want to see more ruins, explore Sacsayhuamán - a complex with lots of temples. One of the temples is dedicated to the sun god Inti and was used as a location for Inkan ceremonies.
Duration: 1 day
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain
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This is another early morning. We will be picked up at around 3.30 am by a private minivan and make our way about four hours south of Cusco. Shortly before the end of our car journey, we stop at a pre-Inkan bridge, where we can enjoy the sunrise while having some coffee, tea and breakfast.
Another hour later, we will arrive at our destination: the Palcoyo rainbow mountains. Compared to the better known Vinicunca, Palcoyo only sees a hand full of tourists every day but is equally as stunning and instead of one, you will see 4 rainbow mountains! On the 45 min hike, you can observe scenic mountains, watch alpacas graze and will even get a view of the snowy Ausangate mountain.
We will enjoy our packed lunch before heading back to Cusco, where we return at around 3-4pm. So you have enough time for some rest before dinner time.
Duration: 1 day
Cusco - Indigenous Community
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Sacred Valley
Today is for food lovers! After breakfast, we will be picked up and make our way to a small Quechua community in the Sacred Valley. Some of the women of the community will show us how to prepare Pachamanca - an 8000-year-old cooking technique.
This barbecue is traditionally used for special occasions, like weddings or big birthday celebrations. Hot rocks are heated up over hours and then potatoes, meat and vegetables are cooked covered with the hot stones.
While the stones are doing their magic, we will get to know our hosts and learn about their traditional dresses, how they make the garments and what a day in the life of a Quechua woman looks like.
Back in Cusco, we will have some time to rest before heading out to a goodbye dinner at our favourite restaurant in the city.
Duration: 1 day
Cusco
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Cusco
This is goodbye! Today you depart at any time. If you don't leave too early, we can still have breakfast together.
We hope you had an incredible two weeks filled with adventures and insights into the Peruvian culture and people.
Duration: 1 day
