Peru Highlands & Rainforest 13 Days

14 Day

Destination

Lima,Perú

Duration

14 Day

Group Size

2 persons

Difficulty

Moderate

Max Altitude

4910 m

Peru Highlands & Rainforest 13 Days

This tour package allows you to experience the most important sites on this trip to Peru, starting in the Capital of the Lima, the delightful Colonial City of Arequipa , Colca Canyon ,the full day esxursion to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca.You will then travel to Cusco to visit the archaelogical sites in the sacred valley of the incas , one of the wonder of the world Machu Picchu and complete your experience into the jungle of the Amazon.

 

Overview

Duration : 13 Days / 12 Nights

Destinations Visited: Lima l Arequipa -Colca Canyo ,Taquile, Uros, Cusco, Sacred Valley, machu Picchu and Rainforest Amazonas .

Service: Group Tour or Private Tour

DAY 1.- Arrival to Lima 

  • Transfer to the selected hotel.
  • Overnight in Lima.

DAY 2.- Free morning  & City Tour Lima

  • PM City tour Lima
  • Visit of the Old Colonial and modern areas.
  • Overnight in Lima

DAY 3.- Flight to Arequipa & City Tour Arequipa 

  • Flight to Arequipa.
  • Transfer to your hotel.
  • PM City Tour Arequipa
  • Overnight in Arequipa.

DAY 4.- Arequipa to the Colca Canyon  by Tourist Bus 

  • Tourist transportation, which includes stops for taking photographs and appreciating the Vicuñas of Pampa Cañahuas and small villages of Tojra, Patapampa.
  • Overnight in the Colca Valley.

DAY 5 .- Colca Canyon  to Puno by Tourist Bus 

  • Visit the viewpoint of Cruz del Condor and observe and the beautiful landscape near the river of Colca.
  • In the afternoon you will continue your trip to Puno.
  • Overnight in Puno.

DAY 6 .- Full Day Uros -Taquile Island  Tour 

  • Excursion by boat of Uros ,Taquile Island , Lunch and return to Puno.
  • Overnight in Puno.

DAY 7.- Puno to Cusco by Tourist Bus

  • Tourist Bus ride from Cusco to Puno visiting the tourist attractions on route
  • Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 8.- Sacred Valley Tour  & Overnight 

  • Full day tour to the sacred Valley included buffet
  • Visit Pisaq Ruins , Pisaq Market and Ollantaytambo
  • Overnight in Sacred Valley

DAY 9.- Machu Picchu Tour – Cusco 

  • Guided tour in Machupichu and you will have free time to explore and photos. Return to Cusco.
  • Train journey round trip Ollantaytambo – Machupicchu – Ollanatyatmbo
  • Overnight in Cusco

DAY 10.- City Tour Cusco 

  • PM City Tour Cusco
  • Overnight in Cusco

DAY 11.-  Cusco to Amazon Rainforest 

  • AM Arrival & Reception by Guide Transfer Airport to Puerto Maldonado Headquarters
  • Transfer Pto Maldonado Headquarters to Tambopata River Port Transfer Boat – Tambopata River Port to Inkaterra Hacienda Cocepcion
  • PM Caiman Search
  • Overnight Lodge

DAY 12.- Amazon Rainforest

  • Oxbow Lake –  Canopy Walkway -exploring the Rainforest by Night
  • Overnight Lodge

DAY 13.- Amazon Rainforest  – Return to Lima 

  • Transfer Boat – Haciernda Concepcion Lodge  to Tambopata River  – Port Transfer Tambopata River Port to Pto Maldonado Headquarters
  • Transfer Puerto Maldonado Headquarters to Airport to take your flight back to Lima

 

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival To Lima

Upon arrival to Lima our representative will be waiting outside of Lima airport arrivals hall with a sign with your names on it to transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Lima Meals : None

Day 2: Free Morning & City Tour Lima

Spend the morning at your leisure, resting and relaxing at your hotel In the afternoon, we will pick you up to begin the city tour of Lima at around 14:15 hrs and we will visit the city center where we will get to see the Cathedral of Lima, Francisco Pizarro’s tomb, the catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery, the National Congress, and the Presidential Palace. Then we continue to modern section of San Isidro and Miraflores and from these areas we will have nice views of the Pacific ocean. Return at approx. 18:00. Overnight in Lima Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Flight To Arequipa & City Tour Arequipa

After breakfast in the Hotel and at a previously arranged time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Arequipa. Upon Arrival , our represenattive will take you to your selected hotel where you can rest before your City Tour in order to get acclimatized to the altitude. In the afternoon, the tour of Arequipa will begin at around 14:30 hrs. On this tour, we will visit to the main square, the Cathedral of Arequipa, the Cloisters, La Compañia de Jesus Church, colonial houses , Yanahuara church and its observatory where you can appreciate views of Misti Volcano. As well as we will visit the Santa Catalina Monastery, a beautiful colonial convent. Return at approx. 18:30. Overnight in Arequipa Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Arequipa To The Colca Canyon By Tourist Bus

Today our transport will Pick you up from your hotel in Arequipa between 06:00 – 06:30 AM in order to drop you off at the bus station and take the tourist bus to start our journey to the Colca Valley – Chivay . Along the way we will across through spectacular, high altitude landscapes and the stops will be made in Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve where we can appreciate Vicuñas ,and small villages of Patawasi, Tojra and Patapampa.The highest point of your journey, you’ll reach Patapampa Pass, located at 15,300 feet (4,820 masl) On the descent into the town of Chivay, you’ll see pre-Inca agricultural terraces that characterize the landscape of the canyon. Upon Arrival Chivay at around 13:00 hrs ,we will stop for lunch (not included) before we arrive to the hotel. In the afternoon optionally, you can visit the nearby hot springs la Calera (entrance ticket not included) or just take in the stunning scenery. Return at approx. 17:00 hrs Overnight in Chivay - Colca Canyon Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Colca Canyon – Puno By Tourist Bus

Today, early morning after your breakfast in your hotel at around 6:30 AM we will continue our trip to the Condor Cross Viewpoint over the canyon , where we will be able to appreciate the flight of the condors and have free time to take pictures and walk around there. After leaving the viewpoint,you will return to Chivay where you have free time for lunch (not included) and look around for souvenirs. Then you will board the bus from Chivay to Puno and on the way you will enjoy spectacular views of the Andes . Once arrive in Puno our representative will be waiting for you in order to drive you to your selected hotel. Arrival to puno at approx. 19:30 hrs Overnight in Puno Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Full Day Uros – Taquile Island

Early in the morning we will pick you up from your hotel at 06:40hrs to take you to the port, where we will embark on a river ship and begin our excursion on Lake Titicaca. During the boat ride, you’ll be able to enjoy amazing views of Lake Titicaca we will visit the two most interesting islands , First visit the floating Uros islands constructed of many layers of totora reeds by the locals and optionally ride on a boat made of reeds.Then you will go towards Taquile island where their habitants still keep their ancestral customs and traditions . You will visit the most important sites of the island, visiting the main plaza and the market where they will showcase the artisanal products themselves that are on sale. After touring Taquile we will enjoy a local lunch before your return by boat to Puno and transfer to your hotel. Return at approx. 17:00 hrs Overnight in Puno Meals: Breakfast/lunch

Day 7: Puno – Cusco By Tourist Bus

After breakfast in your hotel, we will collect you to be transferred to the bus station from where we will depart at around 07:00 hrs and the bus rides lasts between 9 and 10 hours Along this trip, we will stop at certain points to appreciate the natural and have guided visits to the archeological sites that this route has to offer. you can experience the tour known as The Sun’s Route and the places you will visit are: the Lithic Museum of Pukará, La Raya pass the highest point located between Puno and Cusco, at 14234 feet, where you can see the snow-peaked mountains . The Archeological Site of Raqchi or the Temple of Wiraqocha and The church of Andahuaylillas is known as the "Sistine Chapel of America". It is known as one of the best- preserved examples of Andean religious art. From there, we will go directly to Cusco, where we will be waiting at the bus terminal and transfer to your selected hotel. Buffet lunch is served at a local restaurant in the town of Sicuani. Return at approx. 17:00 hrs Overnight in Cusco Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

Day 8: Sacred Valley Tour & Overnigth

Today after your breakfast , we will pick you up from your Hotel at 7:30 AM hotel to start this full day tour. The first place we will visit is the Pisaq Arqueolocal site with magnificent terraces on the mountains and where we can have a spectacular views of the sacred valley. Then we will visit the Market of Pisac, where you will have the opportunity to see its beautiful handicrafts and andean garments displayed for sale as well as local fruits, vegetables, and other local products. We will continue to Urubamba town for the buffet lunch ,after that we will travel to Ollantaytambo, here we will visit the spectacular fortress of Ollantaytambo with terraces for farming and an irrigation system. The small town has houses and streets still preserve Incan architecture with Stone paths,Stone Walls and water channaels between them. At the end of our tour we will spend the night in our hotel in the Sacred Valley. Return at approx. 17:00 hrs Overnight in Sacred Valley Meals: Breakfast/Lunch

Day 9: Machupicchu Tour

We will wake up early in the morning to have the breakfast in order to board the first train to Aguas Calientes. After a train trip we will arrive to Aguas Calientes train station where the guide will meet us and he will be waiting with a sign with our names on it. Then we will take a bus to Machu Picchu ( it takes around 25 minutes ). Once arrive the top of the mountain – Machu Picchu , our guided tour will start around the most important sites of the sacred Incan citadel and this tour will take around 2 hours. After the guided tour can spend the rest of your time exploring Machu Picchu on your own according to own convenience. Then we will catch the bus downhill back to Aguas Calientes to have lunch ( not included ). Approx. At 4:00 p.m. we will be taking the return-train, arriving to Ollantaytambo where a private transport will be awaiting to take us to the hotel in Cusco Return at approx. 20:00 hrs Overnight in Cusco Meals : Breakfast

Day 10: City Tour In Cusco

you will have the morning free so that you can explore the city at your leisure. May you can visit the traditional San Pedro Market , the neighborhood of San Blas known as the one of the artisans or some museums around the city. In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your Hotel at around 13:30 hrs. the tour will begin First, visiting the Cathedral of Cusco located in the Plaza de Armas. Then, our tour continues to the Qorikancha (The Temple of the Sun) . From this point our transport will take us to visit the four archaeological sites just outside of Cusco City : the impressive Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman with its huge stones all carefully carved. Q’enqo the religious site in Inca times,Puka Pukara the ancient military construction and Tambomachay the temple dedicated to the Water Cult with water fountains throughout the year. Return at approx. 18:30 hrs Overnight in Cusco Meals : Breakfast

Day 11: Cusco – Amazon Rainforest

Day 11: Cusco – Amazon Rainforest After your breakfast at your hotel, we pick you up  to be transferred  to Cusco Airport where you will take a 45 minute flight to Puerto Maldonado in the Amazon rainforest. Arrival and Reception into Puerto Maldonado. Begin your Amazon adventure with a 25-minute boat ride navigating the clay-coloured Madre de Dios River to reach Hacienda Concepcion lodge. Settle into your stylish stilted wooden cabaña or room on our private eco-reserve and then head to the palm-thatched Casa Grande dining room for a buffet lunch before exploring the rainforest on foot, starting from the Eco Center. Take a walk along the Concepcion Trails, winding through the property’s nature trails for an immersive introduction to the intricate ecosystems of the Amazon basin. Backed by the protected Tambopata National Reserve and built on the grounds of a former cacao and rubber plantation, Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion harbours primary and secondary rainforest inhabited with exotic wildlife and tropical plants. At dusk witness the enchanting transformation of the rainforest from a diurnal to a nocturnal environment on a guided Twilight River boat ride, as animals and birds of the daytime give way to species specially adapted to the shadows of the night. See if you can spot caimans lurking on the riverbanks and stars of the southern hemisphere.In the evening enjoy à-la-carte dining, drawing on local Amazon ingredients for inspiration. Retreat to your cabaña or room to listen to the curious calls and croaks of the rainforest at night.  Overnight : Hacienda Concepcion Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 12: Amazon Rainforest

Visit Lake Sandoval, a glassy, ox-bow lake located inside the protected Tambopata National Reserve, reached via a sun-dappled rainforest trail. Board a dug-out wooden canoe to quietly paddle through a stream and glide onto Lake Sandoval, anked by picture-perfect palms. This lake is home to many species of birds, the endangered giant river otter, red howler monkeys, red-bellied macaws, anacondas, side-neck turtles, black caimans amongst others. Return to Hacienda Concepcion in time for lunch. In the afternoon we recommend climbing the exhilarating Canopy Walkway. The Canopy Walkway is a sophisticated and safe 344 metre (1,135 feet) network of seven ecologically constructed hanging suspension bridges, strung between eight treetop observation platforms above the forest oor. This is an unforgettable opportunity to observe the rainforest from the rooftop and gain a sense of its size. Ascend the first vertiginous tower 38 metres (124 feet) above ground, keeping an eye out for bright toucans, woodpeckers, trogons, monkeys and the three-toed sloth. Back at the lodge, you can venture out onto the Hidden Forest excursion. Armed with flashlights, as your senses heighten to the movements and sounds in the undergrowth of the forest, keep an eye for species that only emerge during night time. Overnight : Hacienda Concepcion Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 13: Amazon Rainforest - Lima

Enjoy your last morning waking to the sounds of the rainforest as parakeets chatter away in the trees and monkeys swing through the treetops. Breakfast is served in Casa Grande with check-out at 10:00. Embark your ready-waiting motorized wooden boat for the 25-minute return trip along the Madre de Dios River until arriving at the airport to take your flight back to Lima. Please note that activities and excursions are subject to change depending on weather conditions at the time of your visit. Meals : Breakfast END OF OUR SEVICES!

City tour in Lima
TransporCity tour in Arequipatation
Excursion to the Colca Canyon
Tourist Bus Arequipa to Chival (Colca)
Torist Bus Chivay(Colca) to Puno
Full day excursion Uros , Taquile Island + lunch
Tourist bus Puno – Cusco
City tour in Cusco
Sacred Valley tour in Cusco
Machupicchu Tour by train Inca Rail
English speaking tour guide
Ticket Bus up and down to Machupicchu
Round trip Train ticktes
Entrance to Machupichu ( circuit 2)
Rainforest trip 4 days
All tickets to the places to visit
All transfers
Accommodation in a selected Hotel in Lima, Arequipa , Chivay , Puno , Cusco and Aguas Calientes and Refugio Amazonas.
10 Hotel nights (standard class hotel 3***)
2 Lodge nights in Tambopata
Based on Double Room occupancy
Meals as indicated (B = 12 Breakfast, L = 5 Lunch, D = 2 Dinner).
Air flights
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses, tips
Meals not mentioned

Price

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Contact us to request your personalized quote to peru@cuscodestinations.com

 

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