✈︎ Welcome to Cusco: Upon your arrival, our team will meet you at the airport and accompany you in a private vehicle to your hotel to check in, kicking off this wonderful adventure through the imperial city.

• Free morning – Acclimatization: You’ll have time to rest and adjust to the altitude in Cusco (3,399 m above sea level), taking your time to enjoy your first moments in this charming city.

📌 Cusco City Tour (2:00–6:00 p.m.): In the afternoon, we’ll discover the main historical and archaeological treasures of the ancient capital of Tawantinsuyo.
📌 Qoricancha – Temple of the Sun: We’ll explore one of the most sacred sites of the Inca Empire, a symbol of its spirituality and extraordinary architecture.
📌 Sacsayhuamán – Inca Grandeur: We’ll admire its impressive stone walls, a testament to the extraordinary engineering of the Incas.
📌 Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay: We’ll explore these fascinating archaeological sites, discovering their history, traditions, and ceremonial significance.

Return to the hotel: We'll wrap up our tour with wonderful memories of this first experience exploring the imperial city.

🛏 Night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel: We’ll begin this wonderful adventure with a pickup between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., heading to the majestic Sacred Valley of the Incas, where we’ll enjoy breathtaking Andean landscapes, history, and ancient traditions.

📌 Pisac – Inca agricultural terraces: We’ll explore this fascinating archaeological complex, renowned for its impressive terraces and breathtaking views of the Sacred Valley.
📌 Pisac artisan market: We’ll stroll through its colorful traditional market, where we’ll discover beautiful handicrafts, textiles, and products that reflect the cultural richness of the Andes.
📌 Urubamba – Buffet Lunch: We’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring a variety of flavors from Peruvian and Andean cuisine.
📌 Ollantaytambo – Inca Fortress: We’ll visit this impressive archaeological complex, famous for its massive stone structures, terraces, and extraordinary Inca architecture.

• Train to Aguas Calientes: From Ollantaytambo, we’ll board our tourist train bound for Machu Picchu Pueblo, enjoying beautiful scenery of mountains, rivers, and lush nature.

Arrival in Aguas Calientes: We'll head to the hotel to check in and rest before our long-awaited visit to Machu Picchu.

🛏 Overnight stay in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo).

Breakfast at the hotel: We'll get an early start, getting ready to experience one of the most anticipated days of our trip: a visit to the majestic Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the modern world.

• Hike to Machu Picchu: From Aguas Calientes, we’ll board the tour bus to the legendary Inca citadel, enjoying breathtaking scenery surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation. Tour subject to availability.

📌 Machu Picchu – Wonder of the World: We’ll discover the fascinating history and architecture of this impressive citadel, one of Peru’s most iconic destinations.
📌 Exclusive guided tour: We’ll explore the temples, agricultural terraces, and viewpoints included in the designated route, accompanied by our guide. We’ll enjoy an exclusive service for groups of two or more; if you’re traveling alone, you’ll share the experience with a small group of up to four passengers.

• Time for photos: We’ll have special moments to admire the beauty of Machu Picchu and capture unforgettable memories, while respecting the designated areas and time limits along the tour route.

📌 Aguas Calientes – Local lunch: We’ll take the bus down to Machu Picchu Pueblo, where we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch before heading back.

Return to Cusco: We’ll board the tourist train to Ollantaytambo and, from there, continue by private transportation to Cusco, bringing to a close a day full of excitement and unforgettable experiences.

🛏 Night in Cusco.

Departure from Cusco: We’ll begin this incredible adventure with a pickup from your hotel between 4:00 and 4:30 a.m., heading to the majestic Humantay Lake and enjoying the breathtaking Andean scenery along the way.

📌 Mollepata – Andean breakfast: We’ll stop to enjoy a delicious traditional breakfast and recharge our energy before continuing our adventure.

Hike to Humantay Lagoon: We’ll begin a hike lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, ascending through beautiful mountain scenery until we reach this natural wonder located at 4,200 meters above sea level.

📌 Humantay Lake – A turquoise gem of the Andes: We’ll admire its stunning turquoise waters, surrounded by majestic mountains and with the imposing snow-capped Salkantay as a backdrop.

• Free time: We'll enjoy a special moment to take photos, admire the scenery, and connect with the tranquility of Andean nature.

Return to Mollepata: After this wonderful experience, we’ll begin our descent, enjoying the spectacular mountain scenery once again.

📌 Mollepata – Traditional Lunch: We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch, perfect for recharging our energy after our hike.

Return to Cusco: We will begin our return trip, arriving at approximately 6:00 p.m., taking with us unforgettable memories of this adventure.

🛏 Night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel: We’ll begin this wonderful adventure with a pickup between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m., heading to the most enchanting landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where we’ll enjoy an experience rich in history, nature, and Andean traditions.

📌 Chinchero – Andean Textile Tradition: We’ll visit an artisan community where we’ll learn about ancestral techniques for weaving with alpaca wool and dyeing with natural dyes, keeping alive a tradition passed down from generation to generation.
📌 Moray – Inca Agricultural Laboratory: We’ll explore its impressive circular terraces, used by the Incas to experiment with different microclimates and crops.
📌 Maras Salt Mines – An ancient tradition: We’ll admire its more than 3,000 salt pools, used since pre-Inca times, which form a spectacular landscape nestled among the mountains.

Return to Cusco: We will conclude our tour with an estimated arrival time of 2:30 p.m., taking with us wonderful memories of this experience in the Sacred Valley.

🛏 Night in Cusco.

Departure from Cusco: We’ll begin this incredible adventure with a pickup from your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., heading to the majestic Mountain of Seven Colors and enjoying the beautiful Andean landscapes along the way.

📌 Cusipata – Andean breakfast: We’ll stop to enjoy a delicious breakfast and recharge our energy before continuing our adventure.
📌 Mountain of Seven Colors – Vinicunca (5,036 m a.s.l.): We’ll begin our hike toward this natural wonder, where its stunning shades of red, turquoise, gold, and green create one of the most spectacular landscapes in the Andes.

• Free time: Once we arrive at the mountain, we’ll have a moment to take in its beauty, take pictures, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Andes mountain range.

Return to Cusipata: After this wonderful experience, we’ll begin our descent, enjoying the beautiful high-Andean landscapes once again.

📌 Cusipata – Buffet lunch: We’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, perfect for recharging our batteries before we head back.

Return to Cusco: We'll begin our return trip, arriving at approximately 5:00 p.m., taking with us unforgettable memories of this adventure.

🛏 Night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel: We’ll get an early start on our trip from Cusco to Puno at 6:00 a.m., traveling along one of the most beautiful routes in the southern Andes, rich in history, culture, and unforgettable scenery.

📌 Andahuaylillas – The Sistine Chapel of the Americas: We’ll visit its beautiful colonial church, famous for its stunning paintings and extraordinary artistic richness.
📌 Raqchi – Temple of Wiracocha: We’ll explore this fascinating Inca archaeological complex, renowned for its imposing structures and great historical significance.
📌 Abra La Raya – Altiplano Landscapes: We’ll make a stop at 4,300 m above sea level to enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and Andean nature.
📌 Púcara – Ancestral Culture: We’ll learn about part of its pre-Inca legacy, discovering the history and traditions of this important Altiplano culture.
📌 Buffet lunch en route: We’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, perfect for recharging our energy and continuing our tour.

Arrival in Puno: We’ll end our trip in the charming city of Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca, where we’ll have time to rest after this wonderful experience.

🛏 Night in Puno.

Breakfast at the hotel: We’ll get an early start on our trip from Cusco to Puno at 6:00 a.m., enjoying a beautiful route rich in history, culture, and spectacular landscapes of the southern Andes.

📌 Andahuaylillas – The Sistine Chapel of the Americas: We’ll visit its beautiful colonial church, renowned for its stunning paintings and extraordinary artistic richness.
📌 Raqchi – Temple of Wiracocha: We’ll explore this fascinating Inca archaeological complex, famous for its imposing structures and great historical significance.
📌 Buffet lunch en route: We’ll enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, perfect for recharging our energy and continuing our adventure.
📌 Abra La Raya – Altiplano Landscapes: We’ll make a stop at 4,300 m above sea level, where we’ll take in breathtaking views of the mountains and high-Andean landscapes.
📌 Púcara – Ancestral Culture: We’ll take a cultural tour to learn about part of its pre-Inca heritage and the traditions of this important Altiplano town.

Arrival in Puno: We will continue our journey to the charming city of Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca, where we can rest after this wonderful experience.

🛏 Night in Puno.

Breakfast at the lodge: We’ll enjoy one last beautiful sunrise overlooking Lake Titicaca, accompanied by a delicious breakfast, as we reflect on the special moments we’ve shared during our trip.

✈︎ Transfer to Juliaca Airport: Depending on your flight schedule, we’ll arrange your transfer to the airport, ensuring a comfortable and well-organized departure.

Farewell to Peru: We’ll wrap up this wonderful adventure carrying unforgettable landscapes, authentic experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime in our hearts.

Thank you for traveling with Andean Peru Exploor! Because Peru isn't just a place to visit—it's a place to experience and feel.
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INCLUDES

• Reception and transfers: Airport – hotel – airport (Cusco).
• Transportation is provided for all the routes and tours listed.
• Bilingual professional guide (Spanish/English) at all destinations.
• Admission tickets to the tourist attractions listed in the itinerary.
• Meals as per itinerary (daily breakfasts and lunches on the specified tours).
• Cusco City Tour, including visits to Qoricancha, Sacsayhuamán, Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay.
• Tour of the Sacred Valley, including visits to Chinchero, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo, plus a buffet lunch.
• Expedition or The Voyager tourist train (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo).
• Sightseeing bus: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes.
• Admission and guided tour of Machu Picchu (Tour subject to availability).
• Humantay Lagoon Tour (transportation, guide, admission fees, breakfast, lunch, trekking poles, and oxygen).
• Colored Mountain Tour (transportation, guide, admission tickets, breakfast, lunch, walking sticks, and oxygen).
• All applicable tolls on the Ruta del Sol are covered.
• Includes lunch on the Ruta del Sol.
• Lake Titicaca Tour:
• A Visit to the Floating Islands.
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the lodge.
• Speedboat.
• Specialized guide.
• One night at a luxury lodge.
• Transportation to the Juliaca airport.

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. In addition to your passport, you may bring a digital or physical copy of your important documents.
• Full sun protection: a cap or hat, sunglasses, andsunscreen. The Andean sun is intense even on cloudy days.
• Warm, layered clothing: The weather can change quickly; bring a light jacket, fleece, or windbreaker, especially for the early morning hours.
• Comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes. Ideal for walking safely on uneven terrain.
• Personal medications: If you take any medication on a regular basis, be sure to bring it with you throughout the trip.
• A small backpack with the essentials: snacks like candy, cookies, chocolate, or nuts to keep your energy up during the hike.
• Water: Bring enough water to stay hydrated 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.
• Cash in soles: useful for personal purchases and expenses that may arise during the tour.

Southern Horizons – 9 Days of Culture, Adventure, and Andean Mysticism

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 and security of an all-inclusive service. This tour is available every day of the year, with guaranteed departures for both group and private tours.

• Price

Group tour price:US$709.00 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  

The only private tour is the Machu Picchu tour; all other tours are regular shared tours.

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.