From Coast to Clouds: A Peruvian Odyssey
Overview
Explore Peru in eight unforgettable days by land and sea, combining cultural visits and natural adventures. Discover Lima’s rich history with its impressive colonial heritage, admire the abundant wildlife of the Ballestas Islands in Paracas, and immerse yourself in the mystique of the Machu Picchu citadel. From the dunes of Ica to the heights of the Andes in Cusco, this journey takes travellers through the most fascinating archaeological and natural treasures of the country.Private Touring
- Flexible Dates
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Itinerary
- Upgrade Accommodation
- Local Guide Service
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima, our transportation service with a representative takes you to the selected hotel.
Meal Plan: No Meal
Our guide picks you up from your hotel to begin your Historic Center of Lima tour. Start by visiting the Aliaga House, a colonial mansion with over 5 centuries of history, considered the oldest house in the Americas. Then, explore the Plaza Mayor, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you visit the imposing Lima Cathedral. Finally, visit the Larco Museum, located in the traditional district of Pueblo Libre. The museum boasts a comprehensive collection of pre-Hispanic gold and silver objects and a selection of erotic art pieces. Here, immerse yourself in over 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history. This tour is shared with other passengers.
*Please note that the pickup window for this shared service is 30 minutes from the start time.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Be transferred from the hotel in Lima to the bus station* to go to the city of Ica. Upon arrival, visit the Plaza de Armas of the city and the main streets of Old and Modern Ica. Take a panoramic tour of the Temple of the Lord of Luren. Visit an artisan winery and receive a full explanation of the elaboration of wine and Pisco, with tasting included. Visit the Regional Museum of Ica to appreciate the evolution of the five most representative cultures of the region: Paracas, Nazca, Wari, Ica, Chincha, and Inca. Continue to the Huacachina Lagoon, also called “the Oasis of America,” and admire the wonderful desert landscape surrounded by impressive dunes. At the end, transfer to the Bay of Paracas, on a scenic journey through the coastal desert that connects two of the most emblematic destinations in southern Peru.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Enjoy a morning tour of the famous Ballestas Islands, located 45 minutes off the coast of Paracas. Admire the impressive wildlife: guano birds, penguins, tendrils, and sea lions that curiously approach the tourist boats and jump around them. At the end of the tour, return to the hotel. Later, transfer from the hotel to the bus station* to return to the city of Lima*. After boarding the bus, make a special stop at the historic Hacienda San José, located in Chincha. There, tour the enigmatic secret slave tunnels, a subterranean system built in the 17th century by former Spanish landowners. After this visit, filled with history and memory, continue the journey until reaching Lima, where the service will conclude.
*The return service from Paracas to Lima includes drop-off at established hotels.
*Transfers between the bus station and the hotel, or vice versa, in Paracas only, will be provided by a Spanish-speaking driver.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Our transportation service with an English-speaking driver picks you up from your selected hotel and takes you to Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima.
Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco.
Upon your arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco, our transportation service and a representative are ready to escort you to your selected hotel.
Enjoy a guided tour of the charming and magical city of Cusco, the capital of the Inca empire. Start visiting the Santo Domingo Convent in the Coricancha temple. Then, visit the main temple of the city of Cusco, known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Virgin of the Assumption. Later, tour the Cusco hills of the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, visit the Qenqo archaeological complex, and walk through the Puca Pucara military architectural complex and the ruins of Tambomachay, also known as the Inca spa. Finally, return to the selected hotel. This tour is shared with other passengers.
*Please note that the pickup window for this shared service is 30 minutes from the start time.
The Partial Tourist Ticket of Cusco (BTC Partial), included in the itinerary, is a personal and non-transferable document that grants access to the following archaeological sites near the city: Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Our shared transportation service takes you from your selected hotel in Cusco to Ollantaytambo station.
*Please note that the pickup window is up to 30 minutes as a shared transfer.
You board the Voyager train by Inca Rail at the Ollantaytambo station heading to the Aguas Calientes station (Machu Picchu Pueblo). Upon arrival, you receive assistance. For your return to Ollantaytambo station, you board the 360° train. Each journey lasts approximately one and a half hours, and schedules are subject to availability.
*Voyager Service: Ambient music on board, magic on board: Ollantay (available only on the way to Aguas Calientes).
*360° Service: Live music, USB port to charge mobile devices, magic on board: Ollantay (available only on the way to Aguas Calientes).
Aguas Calientes, located on the slopes of Machu Picchu, features a lively craft market, various restaurants, and lodging options. Just a 25-minute bus ride away is Machu Picchu, an impressive architectural and engineering marvel believed to have been a sanctuary and retreat for the Inca Pachacutec. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu translates to "Old Mountain," which enchants visitors with its historical grandeur and natural beauty. After the visit, travelers return by bus to Aguas Calientes to begin the journey back to Cusco. This tour is shared with other passengers.
(*) From the confirmed entry time to the Machu Picchu citadel, you will have half an hour to reach the entrance of Machu Picchu Mountain and start your hike.
*Remember to confirm your reservation as soon as possible to proceed with the purchase of tickets in advance due to the limited capacity of the citadel. The specific circuit to visit Machu Picchu and schedule will be selected according to availability at the time of reservation confirmation.
Enjoy a delicious set lunch menu at Café Inkaterra while taking in the breathtaking view of the Vilcanota River. The restaurant is known for its unique blend of Andean cuisine and contemporary trends, resulting in a fusion-style meal with a distinctive flavor.
After your train journey from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, a transfer will be waiting for you at the train station to take you to the selected hotel in Cusco. This transfer will be shared with other passengers.
*Please note that as it is a shared transfer, the waiting time from the train arrival is up to 30 minutes before departing to Cusco.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Free day to enjoy the city of Cusco.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Our transportation service and a representative pick you up to take you from your selected hotel to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco.
Domestic flight from Cusco to Lima.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
- 2 nights in Lima
- 1 night in Paracas
- 1 night in Lima
- 3 nights in Cusco
- Private transfer from Lima Airport to the hotel, with a representative
- Shared half-day tour in Lima to Aliaga House, Cathedral, and Larco Museum
- Shared 2-day, 1-night tour from Lima to Ica and Paracas
DAY 1
Bus ticket
Transfer from the hotel to the bus station
Transfer from the bus station to the hotel
Entrance to the ica's regional museum
Traslado de Huacachina a Paracas
DAY 2
Transfer from hotel to pier roundtrip
Entrance to ballestas island
Transfer to the hotel
Visit to the tunnels
Bilingual guide
Explanation at Hacienda San José
Recojo de su hotel hacia el Hotel Frayle
Bus ticket
- Private transfer from the hotel to Lima Airport with an English-Speaking driver
- Private transfer from Cusco Airport to the hotel with a representative
- Shared half-day tour in Cusco to Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay
- Partial Cusco Tourist Ticket (Partial BTC - Cusco Ruins)
- Shared transfer from the selected hotel in Cusco to the Ollanta station
- Voyager (one way) and 360° (return) round-trip train tickets from/to Ollantaytambo station
- Shared tour to Machu Picchu with a site guide
- Lunch menu at Café Inkaterra
- Shared transfer from Ollantaytambo station to the hotel in Cusco
- Private transfer from the hotel to Cusco Airport with a representative
Exclusions
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, travel insurance, etc.)
- Early check in, late check out.
- Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
Notes
Hotels Used Or Similar
Lima
Comfort - Arawi Express / Girasoles / Tambo Dos de mayo
Standard - El Tambo II / El Tambo I / Casa Andina Standard San Antonio
Superior - Ikonik Miraflores / Jose Antonio Executive / Arawi Prime
Cusco
Comfort - San Francisco Plaza / Eco Inn / Agusto's Cusco
Standard - Tierra Viva Saphi / Hacienda Plaza Regocijo / Tierra Viva San Blas
Superior - Xima Cusco / Jose Antonio / Terra Andina
Paracas
Comfort - Paracas Sunset
Standard - Casa Andina Select Paracas / San Agustin Paracas
Superior - Aranwa Paracas Resort & Spa
HIGHLIGHTS
Ballestas Islands. Discover this marine sanctuary in the Pacific Ocean where sea lions, penguins and birds find refuge.
Cusco. The ancient Inca capital is a unique blend of pre-Columbian past with Spanish architecture. Its temples, squares and streets are surrounded by hills that hide amazing places like Qenqo and Tambomachay.
Machu Picchu. The Lost City of the Incas is hidden on top of a mysterious Andean peak. It offers not only views of the mountain range, but also of the Inca’s enigmatic past.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ENTRANCE IN PERU
Confirm with your embassy if you need a VISA to enter Peru (or any other country included in your itinerary). We are not responsible if a guest does not have all the necessary documentation to enter the country. The foreigner who travels to Peru must ensure that the validity of his passport is not less than six months to enter the national territory.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
We recommend comfortable and light clothing for visiting the coastal areas of Peru and warm clothes for the high Andean area. Visitors are not advised to wear sleeves shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothing when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
DISCLAIMER
We are not responsible in case of unexpected events such as strikes, climate change or natural disasters. We act as an intermediary for the reservation of services, so that it can’t be held responsible for the quality or suitability of services, death, injury, illness, damage, accident, loss, theft, or loss of good, delay or any other irregularity arising directly or indirectly from the provision of services by suppliers.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MACHU PICCHU
ENTRANCE & GUIDE:
- The first entrance to the citadel requires the mandatory accompaniment of a guide. Please note that the guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- The route to visit the Machu Picchu citadel and schedules are subject to availability.
- For the purchase of tickets to Machu Picchu it is necessary to send full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number of passengers, which must match the current passport that will be used for the trip. It is important to take into account that the entrance tickets to the citadel are non-refundable from the time of purchase.
LUGGAGES:
- In the case of an overnight stay in the Sacred Valley during shared services, we will be responsible for transferring only one piece of hand luggage per passenger to the hotel in the Sacred Valley. If the passenger wishes to have the rest of their luggage transferred, an additional fee will apply. In the case of an overnight stay in Cusco, the hand luggage will be stored in the hotel’s luggage room.
- Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with this information.
- In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger may carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) of no more than 8 kg/ 17.6 lb lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel.
- Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)
Recommendations for travelling while caring for the environment and culture
- Do not feed or buy wild animals, always try to keep your distance.
- Avoid buying endemic plants and products derived from endangered species.
- Minimize water use; don't leave the tap or shower running.
- Reduce energy usage: Turn off lights, air conditioning, and unplug your charger when not in use.
- Reduce plastic use: choose to refill your water bottle and recycle single-use ones.
- Avoid using sprays, including repellents, sunscreens, sunblocks, etc.
- Ask permission before taking someone's photo.
- Do not include minors in photographs.
- Be respectful of local beliefs and traditions.
- Please respect the instructions for preserving material heritage.
*Rates not applicable on the following Festivals in 2026: Inti Raymi Festival, National Holidays, Christmas, New Year’s, conferences or special events. Please confirm with your Destination Expert.
