The Peru Culture, Sun and Relax tour offers all guests the chance to relax and enjoy the Pacific coast of Peru as you visit the main archeological sites and learn more about Peruvian culture as well. Peru Culture, Sun and Relax tour starts in the "Center of the World", the city of Cusco, a magical place with a glorious past. Visit the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu; two stops in Cusco that you cannot miss! Cross the Andes to arrive at the northern coast of Peru, where the cool, ocean breeze and the warm, sunny climate will welcome you. Then, finish your journey near the bays in the Peruvian North; the ideal place to regain energy and relieve stress.
| Minimum | : | 1 passenger |
| Operating Seasons | : | all year |
| DEPARTURE: daily |
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| FROM | $1010 |
| PER PERSON SHARING A DOUBLE ROOM |
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Day 1: Lima Arrival to Lima and welcoming reception. In the afternoon we will have a tour through Lima’s streets and plazas. Starting at the Love Park in Miraflores, with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, and then heading to the Huaca Pucllana, ceremonial center of the Lima culture. Later we will go to San Isidro, financial center of the city to visit de Huaca Huallamarca, ancient pre-Incan shrine. After this, we go on to the Main Square where the Government Palace and the Town Hall are located. We will visit the Cathedral and explore the San Francisco convent, built in the seventeenth century, to discover the mystery of its catacombs. Stay in Lima. Day 2: Lima/Cusco - (Breakfast Included) Transfer to the airport and flight to Cusco. On arrival, welcoming reception and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon our exclusive city tour starts with a visit to the San Cristobal Plaza to enjoy its panoramic view of the city. Then, we will visit the San Pedro Market to soak in its local flavors and to learn about more of the products grown in the area which supply the whole city. After this, the Korikancha temple will welcome us in all his magnificence; this temple, whose Quechua name means “Gold Enclosure” still bedazzles us with the thought of its gold covered walls. Then it is the turn to visit the Santo Domingo Church. We will walk from San Blas, the artisans’ neighborhood, to the Hatun Rumiyoc street, stopping at the Inca Roca Palace, nowadays home to the Archbishop’s Palace and also at the famous Twelve Angle Stone. We will continue our walk to the Main Square to visit the Cathedral and its valuable and beautiful colonial masterpieces. Day 3: Cusco - (Breakfast Included) In the morning we will distance from the crowds and visit Sacsayhuaman, a huge and impressive fortress of colossal constructions and surrounded by beautiful views blending together perfectly. Our adventure continues at the Inca Shrine Qenqo, to see the sacrificial altar embedded inside a rock cave. Finally we will arrive to the Puca Pucara viewpoint and Tambomachay, monument of impressive architectonic knowledge considered as one of the pillars of Andean Cosmo vision. Free afternoon to explore the city. Day 4: Cusco/Machu Picchu - (Breakfast and Lunch Included) A train trip away to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We arrive at the Aguas Calientes station where our staff will assist us on boarding the bus to go up the winding road to Machu Picchu, amid a spectacular view of the Urubamba River and its canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will astonish us with its terraces, ceremonial shrines, steps and urban areas. Energy is all around us. After a guided visit, we will have time to explore the fortress and have lunch at one of the restaurants in the area. Overnight stay at one of the hotels in Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu. Day 5: Machu Picchu/Cusco - (Breakfast Included) Free morning. Do as you please with your free time: enjoy once more the energy and mystique offered by the fortress or do some hiking like going up Intipunku or Door of the Sun, entrance to Machu Picchu coming from the Inca Trail or climb the Huayna Picchu, mountain overlooking Machu Picchu and home to the temple of the Moon. At the arranged time, we will return to Cusco by bus and will be transferred to our hotel. Overnight stay in Cusco. Day 6: Cusco/Lima/Tumbes - (Breakfast Included) Transfer to the airport and flight to Lima to cacht the connection flight to Tumbes. Arrival, assistance and transfer to the hotel. Stay in Máncora, Vichayito or Organos. Day 7: Máncora - (Breakfast Included) Free day. Day 8: Máncora - (Breakfast Included) Free day. Day 9: Máncora/Tumbes/Lima - (Breakfast Included) Departure transfer.
| Highlights: LIMA, CUSCO, MACHU PICCHU AND NORTHERN BEACHES |
Our programs include all entrance fees and English speaking guides on all excursions:
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