MACHU PICCHU AND NAZCA LINES

Arrival in Lima. Assistance from our staff and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Arrival in Lima. Reception and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, an exclusive and intense tour of Lima’s Historic Center will allow us to admire the architectural relics that are part of this ancient city, recognized by UNESCO as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Convent of Santo Domingo marks the beginning of this magnificent experience. Built during Lima’s foundation, this site housed the oldest university in the Americas, Universidad Mayor de San Marcos. Inside, you’ll find the country’s oldest choir stalls and a library with 25,000 books, some printed in the 15th century. The remains of San Martín de Porres, San Juan Masías, and Santa Rosa de Lima rest here. Crossing the Plaza Mayor, we’ll see the Government Palace and City Hall, then enter the Cathedral, a historical jewel with artworks that bring us closer to colonial Lima. We’ll then head to the Larco Museum, where we’ll gain a clear vision of the cultures that populated ancient Peru. You’ll be amazed by the gold pieces, textiles, and erotic ceramics that reveal the worldview of ancient Peruvians. The museum’s storage area will also be open for us to appreciate more artistic expressions. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Departure by bus to Paracas Bay. Upon arrival, assistance to board Aerodiana’s modern Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft at Pisco Airport. You’ll fly over the Ica desert before reaching the vast Nazca pampas, home to mysterious and perfectly drawn lines that cross this enormous stretch of land. These designs can only be appreciated from the air, which has sparked countless theories and mysteries about their purpose and creators. The most famous figures include the monkey, hummingbird, spider, lizard, astronaut, dog, condor, and many lines resembling landing strips. Listen to the theories and draw your own conclusions. Return to Pisco and transfer to your hotel. Free time. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Early in the morning, when the sea is calm, we’ll board speedboats to visit the Ballestas Islands, part of the Paracas National Marine Reserve. This protected ecosystem safeguards species that inhabit these islands. On the way, we’ll see the mysterious Candelabra geoglyph, aligned toward the Nazca pampas. Upon arrival, we’ll observe large caves that shelter sea lions, penguins, and various seabirds, which our expert guide will help identify. Curious sea lions often approach the boats to observe us. Return to the hotel. Free time to enjoy the hotel facilities. At the indicated time, departure by bus to Lima. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for our flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel. Free morning to acclimatize. In the afternoon, an exclusive city tour begins at San Cristóbal Square for a panoramic view of the city. Then, we’ll visit San Pedro Market to experience local flavors and learn about regional products. Next, the Qorikancha Temple will impress with its magnificence—its walls were once covered in gold. From San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, we’ll walk down Hatun Rumiyoc Street, passing the Inca Roca Palace (now the Archbishop’s Palace) and admire the famous Twelve-Angle Stone. We’ll continue to the Plaza de Armas to visit the Cathedral, home to colonial artworks of incredible value. Accommodation.

Breakfast. In the morning, we’ll escape the crowds to visit Sacsayhuamán, an impressive citadel with colossal constructions surrounded by beautiful landscapes in harmony with nature. Then, we’ll continue to the Inca shrine of Q’enqo, where you’ll see an altar for sacrifices carved into the rock. Finally, we’ll visit the Puca Pucará watchtower and Tambomachay, a monument of remarkable architectural excellence considered a pillar of Andean worldview. Free afternoon to enjoy the city or explore additional sites. The included entrance pass grants access to other points of interest not visited during the tour. Accommodation.

Breakfast. Today we’ll visit the most outstanding sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We’ll start at Chinchero, the most typical and picturesque village in the valley, famous for its women weavers. Brief stop at a textile center to learn ancient Inca techniques for dyeing and spinning alpaca wool. We’ll visit its Inca square and beautiful colonial church. Next, we’ll head to Moray, a stunning Inca archaeological site with concentric agricultural terraces used as a laboratory to recreate microclimates. Lunch included. We’ll continue to Ollantaytambo, the last living Inca town, and visit the Temple of Ten Niches, the Ñusta’s baths, and the Temple of the Sun. Panoramic views from Ollantaytambo’s heights will end this magical day. Accommodation.

Breakfast. The long-awaited day to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Departure from Ollantaytambo station on the selected train. Arrival at Machu Picchu station. Assistance to board the bus that ascends a winding road with spectacular views of the Urubamba River forming a deep canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will welcome us with its incredible terraces, stairways, ceremonial enclosures, and urban areas. The energy of the place is palpable. Lunch at a local restaurant (drinks not included). At the scheduled time, return by train and transfer to the hotel in Cusco. Accommodation.

Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima. END OF OUR SERVICES