Arrival in Lima in the morning. Transportation will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel, located in the Miraflores neighborhood.In the afternoon, around 1:00 p.m., you’ll set out on a guided tour of Lima with an English-speaking guide to explore its main cultural sites.You’ll begin in the historic center of the San Isidro neighborhood, renowned for its elegance, green spaces, and architecture that blends colonial and contemporary styles. You’ll then continue on to Lima’s historic center.
You’ll visit the Larco Museum, housed in an 18th-century mansion built atop a pre-Columbian pyramid. It traces more than 5,000 years of history through its rich collections, including its open storage areas and erotic art gallery.
The tour will continue in the historic center with a visit to the Convent of San Francisco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its cloisters, church, library, and catacombs.
At the end of the day, return to your hotel after this cultural immersion in the heart of the Peruvian capital.

Transfer from your hotel to the Lima airport, followed by a morning flight to Arequipa. In the afternoon, accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you’ll visit downtown Arequipa, the Church of the Society of Jesus, and then the Santa Catalina Convent. The Santa Catalina Convent in Arequipa is a veritable “monastery-city,” with its colorful and peaceful narrow streets, offering a fascinating journey through colonial religious life, set amid typical volcanic stone architecture.

Very early morning departure. Your English-speaking guide will pick you up at your hotel, and then you’ll set out to explore one of Peru’s most spectacular landscapes: the Colca Canyon, starting from Arequipa.Amid majestic volcanoes, ancient agricultural terraces, and authentic Andean villages, this day will immerse you in the local landscapes and culture.

You’ll pass through the village of Chivay, where you’ll have breakfast, then cross the valley to reach the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint. There, you’ll have the chance to watch the impressive flight of the condors against a breathtaking backdrop. You’ll also visit traditional villages such as Maca and Yanque. In the late afternoon, you’ll be dropped off in Chivay so you can continue your journey without having to return to Arequipa.

FREE MORNING: You can spend the morning visiting the hot springs on your own.

At 1:00 p.m., the bus departs from Chivay for Puno, with several scenic stops along the way. First stop at the Patapampa viewpoint, at an elevation of 4,910 m, offering spectacular views of the Misti, Ampato, and Chachani volcanoes, as well as the apachetas, places of worship dedicated to the Apus. Next, a stop at Pampa Cañahuas, in the heart of the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, where you can observe vicuñas in the Altiplano landscape. The final stop is at Lagunillas, a high-altitude lake surrounded by wetlands, home to flamingos and Andean gulls, among other species. Arrival in Puno around 7:00–7:30 p.m. You’ll be dropped off at the main square, about a 5-minute walk from your hotel.

Day 1: Uros Island & Overnight Amantani Island

Departure around 7:30 am. to reach the port of Puno, where you’ll board a boat bound for the Uros Islands. You’ll learn how these islands are built from reeds and blocks of earth. After exploring the Uros Islands and meeting their inhabitants, you’ll board the boat again and head to Amantani Island, where you’ll be welcomed by the family that will be hosting you. You’ll share enjoyable moments with the family over meals and various cultural activities: weaving bracelets, grinding quinoa flour, and discovering and trying on traditional clothing. Accompanied by a family member, you’ll then head to the Pachapapa Temple, located on the island’s highest point, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the island and its surroundings. In the evening, depending on the family and if you’d like, you may be invited to join a small celebration featuring traditional music and dancing.

Day 2: Taquile Island, back to Puno. Night Bus to Cusco.

You’ll take the boat in the morning to reach Taquile Island. A walk of about 45 minutes will bring you to the island’s main square. There, you can watch demonstrations of local dances performed by the locals before having lunch. You’ll then take the boat back to Puno, with an estimated arrival time of 3:00–4:00 pm.

Free morning, then, around noon, departure for a city tour with an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit Cusco’s main square and its colonial churches, the San Pedro Market, and the Q’oricancha Church (Temple of the Sun). Afterward, you’ll take a drive to explore the four Inca sites located on the outskirts of downtown Cusco: Sacsayhuamán, Puca Pucara, Q’enqo, and Tambomachay.

You’ll be dropped off at your hotel around 6:00 p.m.

Departure around 7 a.m. to visit the Moray site, consisting of circular Inca terraces that are believed to have been used as an agricultural laboratory.

Next, you’ll head to the small village of Maras, then continue on to the Maras salt mines. Located in the heart of the mountains, these salt flats are fed by a saltwater spring flowing down from the heights. Next, head to the town of Chinchero, where you’ll explore Inca terraces and a colonial church. You’ll then visit a textile center, where you’ll watch a weaving demonstration. Andean women will also show you how they use natural pigments to dye wool. We’ll stay with this community of women to prepare and enjoy together a traditional dish called Pachamanca. After the meal, we’ll head to Ollantaytambo to explore its archaeological site and charming little village.

Then, you’ll board your train around 7:00 p.m. After a journey of about 2 hours, you’ll arrive in Aguas Calientes around 9:00 p.m. for a well-deserved rest.