Peru 360º tour

Welcome to Lima! On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel with guided assistance. Your guide will offer you some basic information about Peru, such as currency, weather and some other information about your tour.
Meals: None
Accommodation: Selected Hotel

Start the day at Surquillo’s local market and select the essential ingredients used to prepare our most traditional dishes. Later, transfer to “El Bolivariano” restaurant in “Pueblo Libre” District to enjoy a demonstration of how Ceviche and Pisco Sour is really made. Finally enjoy a buffet lunch and taste the most traditional dishes & desserts that Peru offers.

Transfer from your hotel to the airport to board flight to Arequipa. On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Arequipa lies on the edge of the Altiplano, 2380m above sea. level and framed by the volcanoes Misti, Pikchu Pikchu and Chachani. It is known as “La Ciudad Blanca” (White City), as many of its buildings are made of sillar, a white volcanic s tone. The historic center of Arequipa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its historic heritage, natural scenery and cultural sites, make the city a popular destination.

Today we explore the beautiful Arequipa, known locally as “The White City” due to its glistening white buildings built from volcanic rock. We visit several sites throughout the city including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Santa Catalina Monastery, the Main Square, the Complex of San Francisco and the Arequipa Cathedral, one of the biggest in South America. We then take time to wander through the cobblestone streets of the Spanish Colonial district, Yanahuara, before heading to the viewpoint to take in the magnificent views of the city and its three stunning volcanoes: Misti, Chachani and Pikchu Pikchu.

This morning we leave Arequipa with direction to Chivay. We will across the snow-capped Misti, Chachani and the Ampato Volcanoes before arriving to the Colca Valley, the entrance to the famous Colca Canyon, thought to be twice as deep as the Grand Canyon and home to a large population of Andean Condors.

Following breakfast, we head to the ‘Cruz del Condor’, a spot considered to be the best viewpoint to watch the majestically Condors ascending from the valley on the early-morning thermals. After this amazing spectacle, we continue our journey passing through many villages and taking in the beautiful Andean scenery and fascinating pre-Inca, Inca and Colonial history of the area.

Depart on the speedboat “Titicaca Express”, fully equipped and with on board service. Arrive to a secluded section of Taquile Island, Explore the less touristy and scenic area of Taquile Island and enjoy a pristine sandy beach. Hike through a pre-Inca trail with spectacular landscapes of the island, visiting families of weavers to learn about their textile art & symbolism. Then, arrive to the community of Santa Maria – Llachon, a very scenic off the beaten track destination. We are welcomed by a small community and quickly introduced to an intensive cross-cultural experience, observe their traditions and participate in an ancient ceremony to learn about their magical world. Then experience the preparation of “Pachamanca” a traditional way of cooking meat, fish and potatoes using underground ovens – this is one of the main dishes of Peruvian cuisine. Enjoy these delicacies in a small, but very scenic, restaurant. Finally, arrival to a remote area of the National Reserve of Lake Titicaca, and explore UROS Ccapi, these are considered as the last authentic floating islands. Return to hotel.

This morning, you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the bus station for your journey from Puno to Cusco. The spectacular journey from Puno to Cusco takes you across the Altiplano and you will travel accompanied by an English-speaking guide. The drive takes you through sleepy Andean villages and past spectacular snow-capped mountains, sheer cliffs and rampaging rivers. Stops along the way include the atmospheric towns of Pucara and Andahuaylillas and the pre-Inca ruin of Raqchi. Lunch is included and you will arrive in the famous city of Cusco in the early evening.

Today we will explore the city’s fascinating history, from the Inca times to colonial rule to the present day. We take a sightseeing tour through Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire. We visit the fascinating Koricancha Temple of the Sun, the 12-Angled Rock, and the Cathedral, built on the ruins of an Inca Palace. From here we head to the archaeological remains located around the city, including the fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo the giant rock, the ancient site of PucaPucara and finally the Water Temple of Tambomachay.

Today we will explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This fertile river valley was home to many important sites for the Incas, both strategic and religious. The first stop is the village of Pisac, with its famous artisanal market and Inca Ruins. There is free time to wander the colourful market stalls before heading uphill to the Pisac, Intihuatana, Q’allaqasa and Kinchiracay ruins. Enjoy a fine buffet lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Valley.

Early in the morning, make your way to the bus station to take the bus that will take you uphill to Machu Picchu. You will be astonished at your first view of Machu Picchu, a stunning display of ancient architecture with incredible surroundings. Enjoy a guided tour of the ruins and monuments such as the Main Square, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Solar Clock, the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows and the Cemeteries. Tour includes a guided group tour and a return bus from Aguas Calientes village.

Free day Cusco. We recommend you visit the Koricancha (the famous Temple of Gold), visit the Centro de Textiles Tradicionales (Traditional Textiles) and the museum created by world renowned indigenous Quechua weaver, Nilda Callañuapa. This is the perfect place to start your journey in the world of Andean textiles. Also, you can participate on a 2-hour chocolate workshop at the Choco museum, where you will see the chocolate making process made from cacao bean to a chocolate bar.

At the selected time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight with destination Iquitos. On arrival to Iquitos, you will be met at the airport and transfer to Nauta port where you will enjoy a VIP greeting at the private port along the shores of Marañón River. Aboard your cruise, you will be introduced to your cozy and exquisite suite,

Today enjoy breakfast with the wildlife in the Amazon as we explore amongst natures early risers. After lunch, skim the Samiria River where an abundance of wildlife hides in the deep rainforest such as blue and yellow macaws, scarlet macaws, toucans, umbrella birds, monkeys, and river others, capybaras and more.

After breakfast, start cruising through the creeks of Yanayaquillo, one of the best and most preserved and protected zones of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Later, start cruising through the Yanayacu River, peeking into different creeks and lagoons. Your guide will use his expert eye to pinpoint all the biodiversity of this region. Have the chance to enjoy swimming in the jungle river along with the famous pink dolphins!

The walk at Fundo Casual jungle trail will take you deep into the rainforest on “Terra Firma” (non-flooded forest) where your guide will point out the dynamic creatures and vegetation of the Amazon. Be sure to keep an attentive eye open for spotting surprises!

Visit to Piraña Cañón Creek, this lovely creek which leads to a lagoon is an ideal place to spend the morning in search of birds and playful monkeys. As your naturalist guide spots various creatures for you, also try to pinpoint some yourself now that you’ve been in the jungle for a few days and have trained your eye a bit!

We recommend getting up early this morning appreciate one of the most important zones of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Never does nature seem more bountiful than in the tropics, and early rising is always rewarding since wildlife is most abundant and active with the rising of the sun.

With heavy hearts, the staff will wish you farewell as you begin your departure. Transfer back form Nauta Port to the City of Iquitos. On our way from Nauta back to Iquitos airport, you will visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals where you will have the chance to meet baby manatees and learn about these wonderful and docile creatures and why they are on the endangered species list.

At selected time, make your way to the airport to catch on your next flight.