Explore the Coast and South of Peru 8 days

A great adventure through the most wonderful places in Peru. Get to know its coast with a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, live the extreme adventure by getting on a sand cart and exploring the dunes of Huacachina in Ica. The best, tour the great city of Cusco with its incredible cultural places, visit Machu Picchu, one of the 7 wonders of the modern world and finally, fill your adventurous spirit by climbing the mountain of 7 colors, you will feel the sensation of being more of 5000 meters above sea level. Join us on this 8-day adventure and make your experience unforgettable.

Duration:
8 days
Dificult:
Moderate
Group size:
from 2 to 8
Altitude:
2430 meters above sea level
Travel style:
Fun, Explorer
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Arrival in Lima and transfer to your hotel located in one of the best areas of Lima.
In the afternoon, we will have a visit to the great city of Lima, we will visit the historic center of Lima, named Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. On this tour we will enjoy what was once the center of the 16th century Spanish colony.
Double accommodation in the hotel.

At the indicated time, transfer from the hotel to the bus station
Comfortable bus for a trip of approximately 5 hours to the city of Ica
City Tour Ica – Firstly, we will visit the “EL CATADOR” Winery where we will go through its facilities to taste its wines, the famous Pisco, cachinas and we will learn about the elements that are used to make Piscos and Wines by hand.
In the afternoon tour to the Huacachina Oasis, we will arrive at the impressive Oasis for an unforgettable full adrenaline adventure that consists of a ride in the tubulars or Buggies in the desert and practicing sandboarding. You don’t need experience, just the desire to have a good time. And if the weather conditions are favorable, we will enjoy a beautiful sunset.
Overnight at Hotel de Ica.

Transfer from Ica to Paracas
Ballestas Islands Tour: on the way we will make a brief stop to observe the enigmatic figure of the candelabra, related to the Nazca Lines, pirates and aliens. Then, we will continue our journey out to sea, where we will begin to see the rock formations, marine fauna such as: sea lions, penguins, pelicans, boobies, etc.
Free time Paracas Boulevard.
In the afternoon tour to the Paracas National Reserve: We will begin this experience with a visit to the Independence Monument, then we will continue seeing the rock formation, the Cathedral, as well as the Supay Beach viewpoint. We will continue to the interpretation center where you will learn about the biodiversity of the Paracas Reserve. We finish our tour with the spectacular Red Beach and a visit to Bahía de Lagunilla.
Transfer to the bus station
Bus a Lima
Arrival in Lima and transfer to the hotel
Double accommodation in Lima

Move from the hotel to airport
Flight from Lima to Cusco (Not included)
Arrival in Cusco and transfer to the hotel, free time.
In the afternoon start of the visit to the city. We will make a visit to the temple of the sun (Qorikancha) and then to 4 archaeological sites located around Cusco, these are: Saqsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and Puka Pukara.
Double accommodation in the hotel

To make the most of the places located in the Sacred Valley, this day we will visit Chinchero, Moray, Maras salt mines, enjoy a delicious lunch in Urubamba and then a visit to the archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo.
Transfer to the train station
We will board the Expedition tourist train or similar to the town of Aguas Calientes. It is a trip of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, once in Aguas Calientes, the hotel staff will be waiting for us to take us to the hotel.
Double accommodation in hotel

After breakfast, we will board one of the first buses to the great citadel of Machu Picchu, the bus trip is approximately 30 minutes. Once in Machu Picchu, our guide will ask us for our tickets to enter. It is important to bring the original document to enter, the guided tour is approximately 2.5 hours and you will have free time to take photographs. Keep in mind that there are no toilets inside Machu Picchu, so you have to use the bathrooms before entering.
We will board the return bus to the town of Aguas Calientes, free time for lunch and then we will take the return train to Ollantaytambo. In Ollantaytambo, our transfer will be waiting for us to take us back to our hotel in Cusco.
Double accommodation in hotel.

Approximately 4:00 – 4:30 the transportation will pass by your hotels located in the central area of ​​Cusco. From here we will travel south for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the restaurant where we will enjoy a delicious breakfast. Then we will continue for approximately one more hour to the starting point of the hike. Before this walk, our guide will provide you with walking sticks and give you the necessary information for the long-awaited tour. The walk is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the Montaña de Colores. It is advisable to be at least two days before in the city of Cusco, this for proper acclimatization, since the walk is not that complicated, but the altitude makes it a challenge to get there.
After the visit we will return along the same route to where our transportation is located, then we will return to the same restaurant to enjoy a pleasant buffet lunch. A moment of relaxation and we will take our return transportation to Cusco. The vehicle will leave you in a place near the parade ground.
Double accommodation in the chosen hotel.

This day we will be finalizing our travel package, hoping that everything has been to your complete satisfaction, we will make our last transfer to the Cusco airport.
End of our services!

INCLUDES

  • All transfers mentioned.
  • 07 nights of double accommodation in 3* hotels.
  • City tour Lima in shared service with transportation, guide and income.
  • Comfortable bus from Lima – Ica, Ica – Paracas and Paracas – Lima.
  • Guided shared tour in Ica.
  • Shared adventure in Buggies and Sandboarding in Huacachina.
  • Shared tour to the Ballestas Islands with transportation, guide and income.
  • Paracas National Reserve with transportation, guide and income.
  • City tour Cusco in shared service with transportation, guide and income.
  • Sacred Valley in shared service with transportation, guide, entrance fees and lunch.
  • Expedition class tourist train or similar from Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo.
  • Hot Springs Bus – Machu Picchu – Hot Springs.
  • Guided group tour of Machu Picchu.
  • Entrance slip to Machu Picchu.
  • Transfer from Ollantaytambo to Cusco.
  • Mountain of colors in shared service with transportation, breakfast, lunch, guide, income, walking sticks and oxygen bottle.

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

  • Things not mentioned in INCLUDES.
  • Air tickets: Lima – Cusco – Lima
  • Entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu (additional US$25 Dollars, prior coordination).
  • Horses on the tour to the Mountain of Colors.
  • Tuition fees.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Extras.

Group Tour

A group tour means that it is open for other hikers to join.

Private Tour

2 Travelers: $ 0 per person
3 Travelers: $ 0 per person
4 Travelers: $ 0 per person
5 Travelers: $ 0 per person
6 Travelers: $ 0 per person
7 Travelers: $ 0 per person
8 more Travelers: $ 0 per person

Private tours are available and the price depends on the size of the group.

Additional Items

  • Original passport.
  • Protector solar
  • Impermeable.
  • Long sleeve shirts.
  • Long pants.
  • Light shoes or sneakers.
  • Insect repellent
  • Swimsuits.
  • Summer/winter clothing.
  • Sombrero
  • Sunglasses and plastic bag.
  • Camera and batteries.
  • Reusable or disposable water bottle.
  • Personal medications.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Extra money.

Frequent Questions

The tour lasts 8 days. The days are distributed as follows: 1 day in Lima, 1 day in Ica, 1 day in Paracas, 1 day in Cusco, 1 day in Aguas Calientes, 1 day in the Montaña de Colores and 1 day back to Cusco and Lime.

The difficulty level is medium, which involves activities that require a certain level of physical fitness, such as hiking and exploring uneven terrain.

Group size varies between 2 and 8 people, ensuring a more personalized experience and the chance to interact with other travelers.

The price of the tour includes all the transfers mentioned, nights’ accommodation in 3-star hotels, guided tours in each destination, as well as entrance fees to tourist sites and some meals. What is not included are air tickets, the entrance ticket to Huayna Picchu (if desired), horses on the tour to the Mountain of Colors, tips, travel insurance and additional personal expenses.

It is recommended to bring your original passport, sunscreen, a raincoat, comfortable clothing appropriate for the occasion (both for hot and cold weather), suitable hiking shoes, insect repellent, swimsuits, cap or hat, sunglasses, camera and batteries, water bottle, personal medications, travel insurance and extra money for additional expenses.

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