14-Day Inca trail, Culture, Amazon Tour in Peru

Breakfast at the hotel.

Then, we will pick you up to head toward the Callao Islands.

We will connect with nature and discover the flora and fauna of the Palomino Islands on a half-day tour, we will visit La Punta, Chucuito, El Camotal, San Lorenzo Island, and El Frontón. We will arrive at Cavinzas Island, where we will observe a large colony of birds and interesting rock formations.

Next, we will visit Palomino Island, where you can swim with sea lions in their natural habitat (30 minutes). We will also admire the surroundings inhabited by Humboldt penguins.

End of the tour at approximately 2:00 p.m.

Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Lima.

Box breakfast at the hotel.

Early in the morning, at 4:00 AM, transportation will pick you up to head to the city of Ica. Upon arrival, you will have the option to take the Nazca Lines overflight from the Pisco airport (at an additional cost).

Free time for lunch, then we will continue to Huacachina to begin the adventure in dune buggies, starting on small dunes and progressing to dunes between 80 and 150 meters high, where we will practice sandboarding with equipment and instructions included.

At approximately 7:00 p.m., we will return by bus to Lima.

Reception and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight in Lima.

After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport to take your flight to Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel, where you will have some time to rest and acclimate to the altitude.

In the afternoon, we will begin the city tour of the main attractions of the city. We will start with the Cusco Cathedral, located in the Plaza de Armas and known for its colonial architecture and valuable works of art, then, we will visit Qoricancha, the ancient Temple of the Sun, considered one of the most important sites of the Inca era.

We will continue to the outskirts of the city to explore the archaeological complexes of Sacsayhuamán, with its impressive stone walls; Qenko, a ceremonial center; Puka Pukara, believed to have served as a checkpoint and resting place; and Tambomachay, known as the Temple of Water.

At the end of the tour, return to the hotel.

Overnight in Cusco.

After breakfast, around 8:00 a.m., we will begin our tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most fertile and beautiful areas of Cusco. Our first stop will be the picturesque town of Pisac, known for its impressive archaeological complex, where you can see agricultural terraces, ceremonial areas, and stunning panoramic views of the valley.

We will then enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional regional flavors.

In the afternoon, we will visit the imposing archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca fortress notable for its massive stone walls, temples, terraces, and strategic location. This site was also the scene of important battles during the Inca resistance.

After the visit, we will transfer you to your hotel in the Sacred Valley, where you will have free time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Overnight in the Sacred Valley.

Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the train station, where you will board the service that will take you to Kilometer 104, the starting point of the Short Inca Trail. Here, we will begin our hike accompanied by our specialized guide.

The first visit of the day will be the archaeological complex of Chachabamba (2,270 m), an ancient control and worship center dedicated to water. After exploring the site, we will start a steady ascent along a well-marked trail that passes through areas of typical cloud-forest vegetation.

After approximately three hours of hiking, we will arrive at the impressive archaeological site of Wiñayhuayna (2,650 m), considered the most important complex on the Inca Trail after Machu Picchu. We will explore its agricultural terraces, temples, and residential areas, learning about its history and its remarkable integration with the mountain.

A box lunch is included along the way.

We will then continue along the Inca Trail until we reach the iconic Sun Gate (Inti Punku), where we will enjoy our first panoramic and unforgettable view of Machu Picchu—one of the most memorable moments of the entire trip.

Finally, we will descend to the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), where you can rest and enjoy the atmosphere of this charming place.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by bus to Machu Picchu for a 2.5-hour guided tour through the agricultural and urban areas, temples, and main squares.

Return to Aguas Calientes by bus.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Arrive at the train station 30 minutes before the return train.

Arrival in Cusco and transfer to the hotel.

Night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day to rest or explore Cusco on your own.

Night in Cusco.

Early departure to Cusipata (4:00 AM) to enjoy a semi-buffet breakfast, followed by a transfer to the Llacto area, where we will begin a 2.5-hour hike.

Along the way, we will observe alpacas, llamas, and beautiful landscapes until reaching Vinicunca.
We will then descend for 1.5 hours back to Llacto for lunch in Cusipata.
Return to Cusco around 5:30–6:00 p.m.

Overnight in Cusco.

At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado, the Peruvian capital of biodiversity.

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide and enjoy a brief panoramic tour of the city.

Next, we will proceed to Puerto Capitanía to board a riverboat along the Madre de Dios River, heading to the lodge located approximately 30 km away.

During the journey, you will have the opportunity to observe the lush Amazonian vegetation and, weather permitting, spot wildlife such as capybaras, caimans, turtles, and native jungle birds.

Upon arrival at the lodge, you will be greeted with a refreshing tropical juice and escorted to your comfortable bungalow. A traditional lunch will follow in the lodge’s dining area.

CAIMAN COCHA

In the afternoon, our expert guide will lead a walk along a well-marked trail to Caiman Cocha lagoon, where black and white caimans reside, you will learn about these fascinating species while enjoying the pristine natural surroundings.

At dusk, we will return to the lodge for dinner, the evening is free to relax in the common areas and immerse yourself in the serene sounds of the jungle.

Overnight at the lodge.

Very early in the morning, the sounds of the jungle—birds and howler monkeys—will mark the start of the day. After a nutritious breakfast, we will begin a guided walk along marked trails that cross different types of forest.

During the walk, you will have the opportunity to observe a wide variety of medicinal plants, Amazonian trees, and, with some luck, wildlife such as monkeys, tapirs, capybaras, colorful birds, and small reptiles.

LAGO APU VICTOR

We will arrive at Lake Apu Victor, surrounded by enormous trees and natural swamps. We will ascend to an Amazonian viewpoint, offering a panoramic view of the lake and the chance to observe birds such as macaws, toucans, and herons, as well as other animals inhabiting the area, including caimans and turtles. Afterwards, we will return to the lodge for a refreshing lunch.

MONKEY ISLAND

In the afternoon, we will visit the famous Monkey Island, located in the middle of the Madre de Dios River. This area is home to several species of primates, including capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, lion tamarins, and spider monkeys, as well as small mammals and birds. You will have the opportunity to observe them in their natural environment and learn about their behavior and conservation.

We will conclude the visit by enjoying a jungle sunset before returning to the lodge for dinner and rest.

Overnight at the lodge.

After a refreshing night sleep, the loud vocalizations produced by the supersized voice box of the howler monkey, will greet you good morning. In our dining room, a hearty breakfast will wait for you. In our dining room, a delicious breakfast will await you before going back to Puerto Maldonado.

Arriving in Lima. transfer to your hotel with guide assistance.

Night in Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will have an overview of the most important attractions of the city of Lima, the route includes the observation of a Pre-Inca site in Miraflores and the Historic Center including visiting a colonial convent, climbing its tower, and enjoying the changing of the guard. On the way to the Historic Center, we will observe the archaeological complex Huaca Pucllana (not entered). We will visit the Bodega & Quadra Museum, where you can see the wall of Lima built in the seventeenth century and an exhibition of objects showing the society and development during the viceroyalty. We will visit the convent of Santo Domingo, proof of the importance of Catholicism during the viceroyalty, and the possibility of climbing the tower to observe the city. Observation of the Changing of the Guard. (subject to the programming of the Government Palace).

In the afternoon, we will visit the Magic Circuit of the Waters (unique in its kind), after an hour of lights, sound, and lots of water, we will go to a restaurant to have a delicious buffet dinner with live show. At the end, return to the hotel.

Overnight in Lima.

Breakfast at the hotel, at the appropriate time transfer to the airport, and farewell.

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