Magical Lima Cusco 7 Days / 6 Nights

Day 1: Arrival in Lima – City Tour + Water Fountains

The tour begins between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. From your hotel, we’ll begin with a panoramic view of the charming Love Park, famous for its romantic ambiance and iconic sculptures, followed by a stop at the imposing Huaca Pucllana, one of the most important archaeological sites in Miraflores, a remnant of ancient pre-Hispanic cultures.

Next, we’ll head to Lima’s Historic Center, where we’ll explore valuable colonial monuments and buildings. We’ll visit the Main Square, the ChocoMuseum, the Government Palace, and the San Francisco Convent, among others. During this part, we’ll enter the San Francisco of Assisi Convent, known for its impressive library and mysterious catacombs, where more than 25,000 burials took place.

The experience continues with a visit to the Parque de la Reserva, home to the acclaimed Magic Water Circuit, inaugurated in 2007 as part of a major urban renewal project. This neoclassical-style park features 13 illuminated water fountains, offering a fascinating nighttime show with lights, music, and laser effects.

The tour will end between 8:00 and 9:00 p.m., after enjoying an unforgettable experience exploring Lima’s main attractions.

Overnight in a Lima hotel.

Day 2: Paracas – Ballestas Islands – Huacachina

The tour starts very early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Lima. Aboard a comfortable and modern tourist bus, we’ll begin the journey to Paracas, enjoying a pleasant ride along the Peruvian coast.

Upon arrival in Paracas, we’ll embark on an exciting 2-hour boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, a natural paradise where you can observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of seabirds in their natural habitat. With a bit of luck, you may even spot dolphins during the tour.

After the island visit, you’ll have the option to enjoy a buffet lunch facing the Pacific Ocean or spend your free time exploring the picturesque town of Paracas.

Next, we’ll continue to the impressive Huacachina Oasis, a unique location nestled in the middle of the desert. Along the way, our guide will share interesting local stories, including legends about the formation of the oasis and curious facts about Peru’s history.

Once in Huacachina, you’ll have free time to explore the oasis, walk among its towering dunes, or relax at one of the area’s cozy hotels. You can also enjoy a refreshing Pisco Sour while lounging by the pool.

The adventure peaks with an exhilarating 2-hour dune buggy and sandboarding tour. We’ll board off-road vehicles to ride the tallest dunes in South America and feel the thrill of sliding down them while sandboarding, a fun and exciting experience.

After this unforgettable day, we’ll begin the return to Lima, dropping you off at your hotel. The next day, our team will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Overnight in a Lima hotel.

Day 3: Arrival in Cusco – City Tour

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. You’ll be welcomed with a traditional coca tea to help with acclimatization.

In the afternoon, we’ll start the City Tour, visiting the main historical and cultural attractions of the city, beginning with the impressive Qoricancha temple, an ancient Inca site dedicated to the Sun god. Then we’ll explore the remarkable archaeological sites located just outside the city: Sacsayhuamán, a majestic ceremonial fortress with perfectly fitted giant stone blocks; Qenqo, a mysterious amphitheater with underground passages; Tambomachay, a ceremonial center linked to water worship; and Pucapucara, known as the “Red Fortress,” believed to have served as a checkpoint and rest stop for travelers. At the end of the tour, return to the city of Cusco.

Overnight in a Cusco hotel.

Day 4: Sacred Valley – Aguas Calientes

The day begins at 8:00 a.m. From the hotel, we’ll head on a short trip to the majestic Sacred Valley, the last stronghold of the Incas. This fertile land hosts ancient citadels and temples that will captivate you.

Our first stop will be Chinchero, a picturesque Andean town renowned for its textile tradition. We’ll continue to Moray, an enigmatic archaeological site with circular terraced amphitheaters, used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory. Then we’ll visit Maras, home to the impressive salt mines. More than 5,000 salt pools, exploited since Inca times, create a unique and astonishing landscape.

Afterward, we’ll go to Urubamba to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. After lunch, we’ll continue to Ollantaytambo, known as the “Living Inca City” for its cobbled streets and ancestral structures still in use today.

Finally, we’ll board the train to Aguas Calientes, where we’ll spend the night in a cozy hotel.

Overnight in a hotel in Aguas Calientes.

Day 5: Machu Picchu – Cusco

Machu Picchu, the “Lost City of the Incas”, is a majestic 15th-century archaeological site, famous for its astonishing architecture, advanced engineering, and urban design, all harmoniously integrated with the surrounding mountainous landscape.

After breakfast, we’ll begin the bus ascent to the Machu Picchu citadel. Accompanied at all times by a professional guide, we’ll explore this enigmatic wonder and its main highlights.

At the end of the visit, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes to board the train back to Ollantaytambo, then continue by transport to Cusco.

Overnight in a Cusco hotel.

Day 6: Humantay Lagoon – Trekking

On this day, we’ll embark on an unforgettable adventure to Humantay Lagoon, known for the dazzling turquoise color of its waters and its stunning natural surroundings.

From the hotel, very early in the morning (4:30–5:00 a.m.), we’ll head to the district of Mollepata, where we’ll have breakfast before continuing to Soraypampa, the starting point of the hike. From here, we’ll ascend a trail surrounded by unique Andean landscapes, with panoramic views of the majestic Humantay Mountain. The lagoon is located at 4,250 meters above sea level, offering a cold climate and a mystical atmosphere perfect for reflection. At the summit, you’ll have time to enjoy the surroundings, take pictures, and connect with untouched nature.

Overnight in a Cusco hotel.

Day 7: Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) – Trekking

This day will be dedicated to the stunning Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. From your hotel, very early in the morning (4:30–5:00 a.m.), we’ll begin our journey to the village of Cusipata, where we’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast. Then we’ll continue to the community of Chillihuani, located at approximately 4,500 meters above sea level, the starting point of the hike.

The ascent will be gradual, and along the way, you’ll witness a breathtaking variety of Andean landscapes and local wildlife, including alpacas, llamas, highland birds, as well as lagoons, valleys, streams, and snow-capped mountains.

We’ll finally reach Rainbow Mountain, a truly unique place where nature has painted a multicolored landscape that looks straight out of a dream.

After the visit, we’ll begin our return to Cusco.

Transfer to the airport according to your flight itinerary.

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