Love Under the Inca Sun – 7 Days Between Lima and Cusco with a Picnic

About the tour

"Love Under the Inca Sun " is an experience for couples that combines the elegance of Lima with the mystical energy of Cusco.
It blends the sea, the desert, and the Andes into a romantic, brief, and intense tour of Peru.

7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS

BILINGUAL CERTIFICATE GUIDE

TICKETS

INCLUDES ALL TRANSPORTATION

Andean Picnic at Mountain View

Itinerary

  • Upon your arrival in Lima, our representative will be waiting for you at the airport to give you a warm welcome and comfortably escort you to your hotel, kicking off this wonderful experience in Peru.

📍 Lima City Tour: In the afternoon, around 2:00 p.m., we’ll begin our tour of the capital, discovering the fascinating contrast between its modern elegance and its colonial legacy.
📍 Miraflores Tourist Area: We’ll enjoy its beautiful lookouts overlooking the Pacific Ocean, perfect for taking in incredible panoramic views of the Lima coastline.
📍 Historic Center of Lima: We’ll continue exploring charming Colonial Lima, surrounded by traditional wooden balconies and viceregal facades that preserve the city’s historic essence.
📍 Convent of San Francisco: We’ll visit one of Lima’s most iconic sites, famous for its catacombs and impressive Baroque architecture.
📍 Return to the hotel: We’ll wrap up our tour around 6:30 p.m. and head back to the hotel to enjoy a free evening.

  • Accommodations in Lima.
  • We'll kick off this incredible adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Lima between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m., as we head south through Peru to discover the breathtaking landscapes of Paracas and Ica.

📍 Ballestas Islands – Paracas: We’ll take a boat tour of the famous Ballestas Islands, where you’ll be able to observe marine life, rock formations, and beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean.
📍 Traditional Vineyard – Ica: We’ll continue on to a traditional vineyard, where we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and a wine and pisco tasting.
📍 Huacachina Dunes – Buggy Ride: In the afternoon, the adventure begins with an exciting buggy ride through the enormous Huacachina dunes, where you’ll enjoy incredible views and plenty of adrenaline.
📍 Sandboarding in the Desert: We’ll stop to go sandboarding, gliding over the sand amidst spectacular desert landscapes.
📍 Sunset in Huacachina 🌅: To wrap up the day, we’ll head to the top of the dunes to watch the spectacular sunset over the Huacachina Desert.

  • In the afternoon, we will return to the city of Ica.
  • We will board a tour bus to Lima (estimated arrival time: 10:00 p.m.), arriving at the Lima bus terminal, where a shuttle will be waiting to take us to the hotel.
  • A Night in Lima
  • We'll start the day with an early transfer to the Lima airport to board our flight to Cusco, leaving the coast behind to continue our adventure in the heart of the Andes.

📍 Arrival in Cusco: Upon arrival, our team will be waiting to give us a warm welcome and accompany us to the hotel to check in.
📍 Free Morning in Cusco: We’ll have the morning free to rest and acclimate to the altitude of majestic Cusco, located at 3,399 m above sea level— don’t worry, breathing is a bit of a challenge at first, but it’s worth every breath.
📍 Cusco City Tour: In the afternoon, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, we’ll embark on a fascinating journey into the living history of the ancient Inca Empire, visiting some of its most iconic sites.
📍 Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha): We’ll explore the holiest site of the Tawantinsuyo, a place of great significance in Inca history and spirituality.
📍 Sacsayhuamán: We’ll visit the imposing ceremonial fortress, famous for its extraordinary cyclopean walls that seem to defy logic.
📍 Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay: We’ll continue our tour of these ancient ritual centers dedicated to water, the moon, and the spiritual protection of Cusco, discovering part of the fascinating Inca worldview.

  • Accommodations in Cusco.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Between8:00 and 8:30 a.m., we’ll set off for some of the most photogenic landscapes inthe Sacred Valley, where history, nature, and Andean tradition blend together in a harmony that even your most stable relationships couldn’t achieve.
  • Today's itinerary:

📍 Chinchero: a visit to an artisanal community where you’ll learn about the ancient craft of weaving with alpaca wool, dyed with natural dyes and woven with centuries of patience
📍 Moray: Marvel at its circular terraces, the ancient Inca agricultural laboratory that harnessed the microclimate to cultivate sacred plants
📍 Maras Salt Flats: includes more than 3,000 salt pans which have remained active since pre-Inca times, glistening in the sun like mirrors of the past
📍 Mountain View Experience: Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by llamas and panoramic views of the Snow-capped peaks, in a setting that looks as if it were painted by the gods
📍 Ollantaytambo: From here, you'll board the train bound for Aguas Calientes

  • Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
  • Accommodations inAguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
  • After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we’ll begin the most anticipated day of the trip: the ascent to the legendary Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the modern world and one of the most extraordinary places in Peru.

📍 Hike to Machu Picchu: We’ll depart by bus for the Inca citadel (tour subject to availability), enjoying incredible views of mist-covered mountains and wild orchids.
📍 Private guided tour: Once at the top, we’ll enjoy a private guided tour—an exclusive service available for groups of two or more; if you’re traveling alone, you’ll join a small group. During the tour , we’ll explore the most iconic temples, agricultural terraces, and natural viewpoints of this impressive citadel.
📍 Free time at Machu Picchu: We’ll have free time to explore, meditate, or simply let ourselves be enveloped by the energy of the place, savoring every moment of this unique experience.
📍 Gourmet lunch at Tinkuy: After the guided tour, we’ll enjoy a gourmet lunch at the Tinkuy restaurant, located inside the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, featuring dishes made with fresh, local ingredients.
📍 Return to Aguas Calientes: Afterward, we’ll take a bus down to Aguas Calientes to continue our return journey.
📍 Train to Ollantaytambo: We’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, traveling through the beautiful landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
📍 Return to Cusco: From Ollantaytambo, we’ll continue by private vehicle to Cusco, where this unforgettable day will come to an end.

  • Accommodations in Cusco.
  • We’ll begin our adventure between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., setting off for Cusipata, with the landscapes of the Andes accompanying us on our way to one of the most amazing places in Cusco.

📍 Cusipata: We’ll enjoy breakfast along the way, perfect for recharging our energy before starting our hike.
📍 Mountain of Seven Colors: We’ll begin our hike toward the spectacular Mountain of Seven Colors (Vinicunca, 5,036 m a.s.l.), considered one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Andes.
📍 Free time in Vinicunca: Upon arrival, we’ll have free time to take in the surroundings, take photos, and connect with the energy of the place, surrounded by the vastness of the mountains.
📍 Return to Cusipata: After enjoying this incredible experience, we’ll return to Cusipata, where a delicious buffet lunch will be waiting for us.
📍 Return to Cusco: Finally, we’ll begin the return trip to Cusco, arriving at approximately 5:00 p. m.

  • Accommodations in Cusco.

After spending days filled with history, culture, landscapes, and unforgettable experiences, the time will come to say goodbye to this wonderful adventure through Peru, taking with us memories that will last long after the trip is over.
📍 Airport Transfer: Depending on your flight schedule, we’ll take you to the airport, our hearts full of memories: the sunrises over the highlands, the echoes of the Inca temples, and the silence of the mountains.
📍 See you soon, Peru 🇵🇪: Every step you take leaves an indelible mark and creates moments that will always be part of this adventure, because Peru isn’t just a place to visit—it’s an experience to be lived.

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INCLUDES

Transfers and Transportation

  • Airport–hotel–airport transfers in Lima and Cusco.
  • Tour transportation for all tours and excursions.
  • Tourist train tickets: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Shuttle buses to and from Machu Picchu.

Tickets

  • Admission to all attractions listed in the itinerary:
  • Lima (City Tour and Catacombs)
  • Cusco (Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, Tambomachay)
  • Machu Picchu
  • Maras and Moray
  • Mountain of Seven Colors.

Food

  • Daily breakfasts at hotels or along the route.
  • Lunches included in: Ica (Huacachina), Machu Picchu, and the Mountain of Colors.
  • 01 three-course lunch at Mountain View (appetizer, main course, and dessert)

Activities and Experiences

  • City Tour of Lima and Cusco with a professional guide.
  • Excursion to the Ballestas Islands and Huacachina Oasis (sand dunes and sandboarding included).
  • Guided tour of the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu.
  • Guided hikes to the Mountain of Seven Colors.
  • Cultural experience in the communities of Maras, Moray, Chinchero, and Amantaní.
  • Horseback riding.

Additional Services

  • A professional guide in Spanish will accompany you on all tours.
  • Hiking poles, a basic first-aid kit, and oxygen for high-altitude tours.
  • Support available throughout the entire trip.

NOT INCLUDED

Flights

  • International airline tickets (country of origin – Peru – country of return).
  • Domestic flights (Lima–Cusco–Lima).

Additional food

  • Dinners and lunches not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Alcoholic beverages or personal snacks during the tours.

Insurance and personal expenses

  • Travel insurance or international medical assistance.
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and local staff.
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, etc.).

 Optional activities

  • Vistadome Train (USD 40 one-way / USD 70 round-trip).
  • Hike up Waynapicchu Mountain (USD 60).
    Not recommended for people who suffer from vertigo or have breathing difficulties.

Other positions

  • Bank fees or transfer fees for international payments.
  • Expenses not listed as included in the itinerary.
  • Hotels
  • Original passport valid for at least 7 months. This is required for entry; without this document, you will not be able to take the tour.
  • Full sun protection: a cap or hat, sunglasses, andsunscreen. The Andean sun is intense even on cloudy days.
  • Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes. Ideal for walking safely on uneven terrain.
  • A small backpack with the essentials:water, snacks like candy, cookies, chocolate, or nuts to keep your energy up during the hike.
  • A camera or cell phone with enough battery life. You don't want to miss the best views or the most special moments of your trip.

Love Under the Inca Sun – 7 Days Between Lima and Cusco, Including an Andean Picnic and Horseback Riding.

Experience the essence of Peru on a tour that combines history, culture, and nature.Explore the heart of the Inca Empire, from Cusco to Machu Picchu, with the comfort andsecurity of an all-inclusive service.This tour is available every day of the year, with guaranteed departures forbothgroupand privatetours.

  • Price

Group rate:US$899.00 per person

  • Easy booking:

Secure your spot with a deposit of 20% of the total amount.

  • Payment of the balance:

You can pay the remaining 80% upon arrival by:

  • Credit or debit card
  • PayPal
  • Cash (soles or dollars)
  • Pix  

Access to Machu Picchu is organized through three official routes:

  • Tour 1: Panoramic View (Classic Photo)
  • Tour 2: The most comprehensive tour (panoramic views + temples)
  • Tour 3: Temple Tour (no panoramic views)

Availability is limited and subject to demand, so we recommend booking in advance.

If we are unable to find availability for your travel dates, Andean Peru Exploor will assist you in purchasing your ticket in person in Aguas Calientes. This process involves waiting in line at the official ticket office, always accompanied by our team.

Important: This option is subject to daily availability and does not guarantee admission.

Price:
$899.00

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