• Upon your arrival inLima, a representative will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel in comfort.
• In the afternoon (around 2:00 p.m.), we’ll begin ourcity tour of Lima, discovering the contrast between its modern elegance and its colonial heritage.
• Today's itinerary:

 Miraflores Tourist District: with viewpoints facing the Pacific Ocean, perfect for enjoying panoramic views
 Historic Center of Lima: tour of the Colonial Lima, surrounded by wooden balconies and colonial-era facades
 San Francisco Convent: famous for its catacombs and its impressive Baroque architecture

• Return to the hotel around6:30 p.m. Free evening.
• Accommodations inLima.

• 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 as we head into the heart of the Andes.

📍 Arrival in Cusco: Upon our 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 gently 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 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 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 a little more about 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.

📍 Hike to Machu Picchu: We’ll depart by bus for the Inca citadel (tour subject to availability), enjoying the views that open up among 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 of up to four passengers. During the tour, we’ll explore the most iconic temples, the agricultural terraces, and the natural viewpoints from which the Incas watched the sunrise.
📍 Free time in Machu Picchu: We’ll have time to explore, meditate, or simply let ourselves be enveloped by the energy and majesty of this extraordinary place.
📍 Aguas Calientes: Afterward, we’ll take a bus down to Aguas Calientes, where we’ll enjoy a local lunch before continuing our journey.
📍 Train to Ollantaytambo: We’ll board the train back to Ollantaytambo, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.
📍 Return to Cusco: From Ollantaytambo, we’ll continue by private vehicle to Cusco, where this unforgettable journey will come to an end.

• Accommodations in Cusco.

• We’ll begin our adventure between 4:00 and 4:30 a.m., heading to Mollepata, the starting point of one of the most breathtaking trails in the Andes, surrounded by mountains and spectacular natural landscapes.

📍 Mollepata: Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a traditional breakfast to recharge our energy before starting our hike.
📍 Hike to Laguna Humantay: We’ll set out on a hike of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the spectacular Laguna Humantay (4,200 m above sea level), a natural gem of turquoise waters nestled at the foot of the majestic snow-capped Salkantay, guardian of the mountain range.
📍 Humantay Lake: Once at the summit, we’ll have free time to take in the scenery, soak up the mountain’s energy, and take photos that—for once—will truly do justice to what we see.
📍 Return to Mollepata: After enjoying this incredible natural setting, we’ll return to Mollepata, where a hearty lunch will be waiting for us.
📍 Return to Cusco: Finally, we’ll head back to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 p. m.

• Accommodations in Cusco.

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

📍 Cusipata: We’ll stop for breakfast along the way—the perfect way to recharge before starting our hike.
📍 Mountain of Seven Colors: We’ll begin our hike toward the spectacular Mountain of Seven Colors (Vinicunca, 5,036 m above sea level), one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Andes, where shades of red, turquoise, and gold paint the earth like a divine masterpiece.
📍 Free time in Vinicunca: Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy some free time to take in the surroundings, take photos, and connect with the energy of this extraordinary place.
📍 Return to Cusipata: After this incredible experience, we’ll return to Cusipata, where we’ll enjoy a buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 p. m.
📍 Night bus to Puno: In the evening, at 10:00 p.m., we’ll board a tourist sleeper bus bound for Puno, equipped with all the amenities needed to enjoy a peaceful night trip and rest during the journey.

• Overnight on the bus – Cusco–Puno bus.

• We'll arrive in Puno at approximately 5:00 a.m., where a member of our team will be waiting to welcome us and accompany us as we begin this adventure on the majestic Lake Titicaca.

📍 Breakfast in Puno: We’ll enjoy a restorative breakfast at a small local hotel, the perfect place to rest and recharge after our overnight trip.
📍 Lake Titicaca: We’ll head to the Lake Titicaca pier, where we’ll board a boat to begin our cruise as the first light of day reflects off the water.
📍 Uros Floating Islands: We’ll sail to the legendary Uros Floating Islands, ingenious platforms built from totora reeds that seem to float among clouds and expanses of water. There, we’ll meet their inhabitants, heirs to a millennia-old tradition that has withstood the test of time.
📍 Amantaní Island: Later, we’ll continue on to Amantaní Island, a place of silence and peace where time seems to stand still.
📍 Experience with a Local Family: A local family will open the doors of their home to us, sharing their table, their history, and their way of life with us in an experience that brings us close to the island’s traditions.
📍 Dinner on Amantaní: We’ll cap off the day by enjoying a home-cooked dinner under a star-filled sky, surrounded by the tranquility of Lake Titicaca.

• Accommodations in Amantaní.

• We'll start the day by enjoying breakfast at the family home, sharing the final moments of this special experience on Lake Titicaca before continuing our tour.

📍 Taquile Island: We’ll take a boat to Taquile Island, known for its stunning viewpoint and traditional textiles, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
📍 Traditional Lunch: We’ll enjoy a traditional lunch prepared with ingredients from Lake Titicaca, surrounded by a serene landscape and beautiful panoramic views.
📍 Return to Puno: In the afternoon, we’ll return to Puno at approximately 5:00 p.m., where we’ll have free time before continuing our journey.
📍 Overnight bus to Cusco: In the evening, at 10:00 p.m., we’ll board the overnight tourist bus to Cusco, where we’ll be able to rest comfortably during the trip.

• Overnight on the bus – Puno–Cusco bus.

• Upon our arrival in Cusco, our team will be waiting for us at the bus terminal to welcome us and accompany us on this final leg of our adventure through Peru.

📍 Pickup from the Cusco bus terminal: A member of our team will be waiting for us to pick you up and continue with the scheduled service.
📍 Transfer to the airport: Based on your flight schedule, we’ll take you to the airport, carrying with us 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 on this journey leaves an indelible mark, because Peru isn’t just a place to visit—it’s an experience to be lived.

• End of our services.

INCLUDES

Transfers and Transportation

• Airport–hotel–airport transfers in Lima and Cusco.
• Tour transportation for all tours and excursions.
• Interprovincial tourist buses: Cusco–Puno–Cusco (sleeper bus).
• Tourist train tickets: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
• Shuttle buses to and from Machu Picchu.
• Tourist boats on Lake Titicaca (Uros, Amantaní, and Taquile).

Tickets

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

Food

• Daily breakfasts at hotels or along the route.
• Lunches included in: Ica (Huacachina), Machu Picchu, Mountain of Colors, Humantay Lake, Amantaní, and Taquile.
• Traditional home-cooked dinner on Amantaní Island.
• 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 Laguna Humantay and 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.

Dreams of the Altiplano – 10 Days in Lima, Puno, 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 tour price:US$ 1,109.00 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.