Enigmas of the South, Private Tour
Description
Experience the best of Peru in a 15-day tour of the south of the country, one of the most privileged areas of our territory. Discover its natural treasures in Paracas and delight the palate with the intense flavors of our capital Gastronomy of Arequipa. Explore the Andes, visit fascinating towns on Lake Titicaca and get closer to our Millenary past and Inca history when you arrive in Cusco. A trip you will never forget!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Cusco: The ancient Inca capital is a unique blend of Pre-Columbian past with Spanish architecture. Their temples, squares and streets are surrounded by hills between that are hiding amazing sites like Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo, Puca Pucará and Tambomachay.
Coricancha: Impressive show of convergence of the Inca universe with the colonial. It was the temple dedicated to the veneration of the sun and one of the most important during the empire. With the arrival of the Spaniards, their foundations were used as a basis for construction of the convent of Santo Domingo.
Colca Valley: Appreciate the elegance of the condors planning over this valley with 4,000 meters of depth, one of the deepest on the planet.
Titicaca Lake: The highest navigable lake in the world combines nature with living culture. Visit the islands of Taquile and the Uros, where its inhabitants maintain their legendary heritage.
Machu Picchu: The "lost city of the Incas" is the reason why thousands of people arrive in Peru. Hidden among the vegetation, get closer to our past through its rooms, temples, bridges and religious sites, built in communion with the landscape that surrounds them.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French-speaking local guides on a private basis
ACCOMMODATION:
- 14 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Lima:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3 Paracas:
Standard Hotel Category = San Agustin Paracas or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Aranwa Paracas or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Hotel Paracas, A Luxury Collection Resort or similar 5*
Day 4 Nasca:
Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Nasca or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hacienda Majoro Boutique & Resort or similar 3*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Hacienda Majoro Boutique & Resort or similar 4*
Day 5-6 Arequipa:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Arequipa or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hampton by Hilton Arequipa or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa or similar 5*
Day 7-8 Colca:
Standard Hotel Category = Casa Andina Standard Colca or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Pueblito Encantado del Colca or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Colca Lodge or similar 5*
Day 9-10 Puno:
Standard Hotel Category = Hacienda Puno or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Puno or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similar 5*
Day 11-12, 14 Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 13 Sacred Valley:
Standard Hotel Category = AVA Spots or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Jose Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
MEALS:
- 14 breakfasts
- 6 Lunches on day 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14
- 1 box lunch on day 9
TRANSPORT:
- Transfers in a private vehicle from and to the airport
- Transfers from/to train stations in private vehicle
- Transfer from Lima to Paracas in private vehicle
- Transfer from Paracas to Nasca in private vehicle
- Transfer from Nasca - Arequipa in private vehicle
- Transfer from Arequipa to Colca and Puno in private vehicle
- Ticket for a public bus transfer from Puno to Cusco (shared basis)
- Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service (PeruRail) or Voyager (IncaRail) for Standard and Superior category and Vistadome Service (Perú Rail) or 360° (Inca Rai) for Deluxe category
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- Admission to all major monuments and sightseeing attractions mentioned in the above itinerary: Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Ballestas Island tour (on shared basis), Santa Catalina Monastery and Society of Jesus Church in Arequipa; Condor Cross in Valley & Colca Canyon; Uros and Taquile Islands in Puno; Pucara, Racchi and Andahuaylillas on route from Puno to Cusco; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay in Cusco; Machu Picchu tour, Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC)
Excluded
- Expenses of a personal nature. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals. Meals not stated in the programme
- International flights to Peru
- Domestic flights (we advise booking the first flights in the morning)
- International and domestic airport departure taxes
- Tips for driver and guide
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.