The Route of Pope Leo: 09 Days / 08 Nights

Breakfast at the Hotel.

At the scheduled time, we will pick you up to begin your Colonial and Modern Lima City Tour, starting with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean.

Our excursion will take you through the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro.

Along the way, we will observe Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca ceremonial temple in the shape of a pyramid that has survived Lima’s urban expansion.

Next, we will visit the Historic Center of Lima, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.

During this tour, we will enjoy what was once the center of the 16th-century Spanish colony.

We will visit the Santo Domingo Convent, which houses the relics of three Peruvian saints: Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres, and Saint John Macias.

Afterward, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Trujillo.

Upon arrival, our staff will welcome you and transfer you to your selected hotel to settle in and rest.

• Night in Trujillo.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel at 08:45 a.m.

During the drive, a general introduction to the pilgrimage will be provided, accompanied by an opening prayer.

This formative and spiritual session will last approximately 30 minutes.

The first visit will be to the Metropolitan Archbishopric of Trujillo, where a brief explanation of the Pope’s role and the Church’s mission will be shared.

Next, we will visit the Church of Our Lady of Monserrat, allowing time for personal reflection.

The following stop will be the Church of San Carlos and San Marcelo for a community prayer and a moment of contemplation.

Around midday, the group will transfer to the Moche Countryside for lunch (not included).

Following lunch, we will continue to the Church of Saint Rita of Casia.

Afterward, we will tour the Saint Augustine Convent, where the room used by the Pope is located.

Once the scheduled visits are concluded, we will transfer to the city of Chiclayo (approximately 45 minutes), where you will stay at your selected hotel.

• Night in Chiclayo.

After breakfast, we will begin the transfer to the city of Ferreñafe, a journey of approximately one hour.

Upon arrival, we will visit the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Peace, where a moment of prayer will be held, followed by time for silence and personal reflection.

Once this visit is concluded, we will continue the journey to Ciudad Eten (approximately 30 minutes).

There, we will visit the Sanctuary of the Divine Child of the Miracle, where a consecration prayer will take place.

This will be followed by a brief explanation regarding the devotion to the Divine Child of the Miracle.

Afterward, we will enjoy a brief and leisurely visit to the Church of Saint Mary Magdalene.

At midday, we will transfer to Pimentel for lunch (not included).

After lunch, the journey continues to Monsefú, where we will visit the temple of the Lord of the Captive for a moment of prayer.

At the end of the scheduled activities, we will return early to the city of Chiclayo (approximately 1 hour).

• Night in Chiclayo.

After breakfast, we will begin the transfer to the town of Zaña, approximately a 50-minute drive, where we will visit the historic San Augustine Convent of Zaña.

During the visit, a detailed explanation will be provided regarding its origin, development, and importance within the religious and colonial context of the region.

Next, the group will head to the Huaca Rajada archaeological complex.

A guided tour will take place to learn about the momentous discovery of the Lord of Sipán and its significance in the Moche culture.

At the end of the tour, time will be provided for lunch (not included).

Afterward, we will visit the Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum.

We will take a guided tour through its exhibition halls, appreciating the original artifacts and the invaluable archaeological heritage discovered in the area.

Once the visit concludes, we will return to the hotel to rest.

• Night in Chiclayo.

After breakfast, at the scheduled time, we will transfer to the airport for your flight to the imperial city of Cusco.

Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to welcome you and escort you to your selected hotel.

• Night in Cusco.

After an early breakfast at the hotel, we will begin our excursion by visiting the colorful Chinchero artisanal market, the impressive circular terraces of Moray, and the fascinating Maras Salt Mines, followed by a delicious and restorative lunch.

In the afternoon, we will explore Ollantaytambo, a fortified administrative and religious center.

Afterward, we will transfer to the station to board the train to Aguas Calientes (approx. 1h 40min).

• Night in Aguas Calientes.

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Afterward, we will take the bus to the Machu Picchu Citadel, the ultimate expression of Inca architecture.

We will enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting its remarkable harmony with the surrounding natural environment and its rich biodiversity.

At the scheduled time, we will return by bus to Aguas Calientes for lunch at an exclusive restaurant.

Later, we will board the train for the return journey to Cusco, followed by a transfer to your hotel.

• Night in Cusco.

After breakfast, at the agreed time, we will begin the City Tour.

Our first stop will be the Cathedral Basilica, the primary temple of the city.

We will continue our tour toward the Temple of the Sun (Qorikancha), which was built to worship the Sun God; today, part of the complex functions as the Santo Domingo Convent.

Next, we will head to the outskirts of the city to visit the Sacsayhuamán Fortress and its impressive stone structures, some reaching heights of up to 9 meters.

We will continue our journey to the ceremonial centers of Qenqo and Puka Pukara, finally arriving at Tambomachay, where we will appreciate the ingenious ability of the Incas to master water engineering.

Upon finishing the tour, we will take you back to your hotel to collect your luggage and then proceed to the airport for your flight home.

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