Treasures of the South
Overview
Explore the wonders of southern Peru for 13 incredible days until you reach Machu Picchu, the jewel of the Incas. Discover the colonial past in Lima and Arequipa, two of the most important cities during the Viceroyalty with a rich architectural history of the time. Delight the view with breathtaking landscapes in the Colca Valley and Puno, with Lake Titicaca and its communities. Culminate your route in Cusco, the heart of Tahuantinsuyo, and immerse yourself in the Inca universe and its unsurpassed cosmologyPrivate 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
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 Arequipa.
Upon arrival at Arequipa airport, our transportation service and representative greet you and take you to your hotel.
Our guide and transportation will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Carmen Alto viewpoint, where you can admire the Chili River and the Misti and Chanchani volcanoes. Next, you will visit Yanahuara's viewpoint to appreciate the urban contrast and see constructions of white volcanic stone known as sillar. Afterward, the tour will continue at Plaza de Armas, a quintessential urban meeting space. Finally, you will explore the Convent of Santa Catalina, featuring plazas, cloisters, and streets.
*Dress code for visiting churches: pants, long shorts, or skirts that cover the knees; otherwise, entry will not be permitted. Please note that, as this is a shared service, the pickup window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Early in the morning, they pick you up from your hotel to start the journey to Chivay. The route follows a paved road through the Aguada Blanca National Reserve in Pampa Cañahuas, a vast plain where you can see vicuñas in their natural habitat. Make a brief stop in Patahuasi, where you have the opportunity to taste local herbal teas and use the restroom facilities before continuing. The journey continues through Viscachani and the Toccra wetlands, home to alpacas, vicuñas, and various migratory birds. Then, arrive at Patapampa, the Andes Viewpoint (4,910 m.a.s.l.), from where you can admire the impressive volcanic range. After that, start the descent to the town of Chivay (3,635 m.a.s.l.), arriving around midday. After lunch, get transferred to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to rest or explore the area at your own pace. The evening is free for dinner on your own.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Early in the morning, they pick you up from your hotel and take you to the town of Yanque, where you visit its charming main square. Then, the journey continues to the Cruz del Cóndor, one of the most breathtaking viewpoints in the Colca Canyon. From here, you have the opportunity to observe the majestic flight of the Andean condor in its natural habitat. On the way back, make stops at various scenic viewpoints before reaching the town of Maca, where you can admire its picturesque square and surrounding landscapes. After lunch at a restaurant in Chivay, get transferred to your hotel to rest and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Late in the morning (the pickup time varies depending on your hotel’s location), get picked up and taken to your lunch spot in Chivay. Afterward, continue the journey to Puno, traveling through breathtaking Andean landscapes for approximately five and a half hours. Along the way, stop in Patahuasi, where you can find restroom facilities and have a chance to take a short break. Later, at the Lagunillas viewpoint, admire high-altitude lagoons and observe migratory birds like flamingos, gracefully gliding over the water. Finally, arrive in the city of Puno, where you are transferred to your hotel to rest and acclimate to the altitude.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
In the high-altitude city of Puno lies Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. Here, the Uros people constitute an ancestral society inhabiting artificial islands constructed on bases woven from totora reeds, which grow in the lake itself. The tour begins with a transfer to the port of Puno, where a boat awaits to take you to the beautiful Uros Islands. After a magical one-and-a-half-hour excursion, you will continue to the island of Taquile, renowned for its ancestral culture and traditional way of life. Here, there will be an informational session about the island, followed by a delightful lunch. Finally, you will return to the city of Puno.
*Please note that, as this is a shared service, the pickup window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Get ready for a journey to Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire. Discover a route that winds through stunning Andean landscapes, featuring villages and native wildlife. Stop at the Pucara Museum, declared Cultural Heritage of the Nation. Pause at La Raya, the highest point on the route at 4,313 meters above sea level, and enjoy a delightful lunch. Visit the town of Raqchi, famous for its Temple of Wiracocha. Explore the charming town of Andahuaylillas, renowned for its church, known as the Sistine Chapel of America due to its impressive artworks. Finally, arrive at your hotel in Cusco and receive assistance during your check-in.
*Please note that due to the shared nature of this service, the pickup window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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 Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC), included in the itinerary, is a personal and non-transferable document that provides access to 16 important attractions in Cusco and its surroundings, such as Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. It also allows entry to various sites in the Sacred Valley Circuit, including Ollantaytambo, Pisac, Moray, and Chinchero.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
A vehicle picks you up in the morning and takes you to the picturesque town of Chinchero. Explore its impressive agricultural terraces and the 17th-century church, built on an ancient Inca palace. Next, stop at a viewpoint to enjoy the spectacular landscapes of the Sacred Valley. Then, visit the Yucay Living Museum, where you witness the creation of textiles, pottery, and silverwork using ancient Inca techniques. Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in the Sacred Valley. After lunch, visit the impressive Ollantaytambo Fortress, an important ceremonial center known for its remarkable agricultural terraces extending up the surrounding mountains. At the end of this full-day tour, return to your hotel. This tour is shared with other passengers.
*Please note that due to the shared nature of this service, the pick-up window is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time. The Chinchero market is included in tourist visits planned for Sundays.
*The visit to the Chinchero church will be made from the outside only; entrance is not included.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Our transportation service picks you up from your hotel in Urubamba (Sacred Valley) and transfers you to the Ollantaytambo train station. This transfer is shared with other passengers.
*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, offers a vibrant craft market, a variety of restaurants, and lodging options. Just 25 minutes by bus, you will find Machu Picchu, an impressive feat of engineering and architecture believed to have served as a sanctuary and retreat for the Inca Pachacútec. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World, Machu Picchu, which means "Old Mountain," captivates with its historical splendor and natural majesty. After the visit, return by bus to Aguas Calientes. 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.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Enjoy a peaceful free morning in Aguas Calientes. If you prefer, you have the option to return to Machu Picchu to explore additional attractions offered by the citadel. We recommend waking up early to witness the sunrise over the mountain, a truly unforgettable experience. In the afternoon, begin your return to Cusco.
*Note: If you prefer, you have the option to return to Machu Picchu to explore additional attractions offered by the citadel (second entry ticket not included, please ask for the additional cost).
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
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 Arequipa
- 2 nights in Colca
- 2 nights in Puno
- 2 nights in Cusco
- 1 night in Urubamba
- 1 night in Machu Picchu
- 1 night 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
- Private transfer from the hotel to Lima Airport with an English-Speaking driver
- Private transfer from Arequipa airport to the hotel with a representative
- Shared half-day tour in Arequipa to Santa Catalina Monastery
- Shared tour of 3 days / 2 nights to the Colca Valley and Canyon ending in Puno, for hotels outside Chivay*
DAY 1*
Transfers
Guided visit
Buffet lunch
DAY 2
Transfers
Visit to cruz de cóndor
Colca tourist ticket - btc
Buffet lunch
DAY 3
Transfers
Lunch
- Shared full-day tour in Puno to Uros and Taquile
- Shared full-day tour from Puno to Cusco with Pucara, Raqchi, and Andahuaylillas
- Shared half-day tour in Cusco to Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay
- Cusco Full Tourist Ticket (Full BTC)
- Shared full-day tour to Chinchero, Living Museum of Yucay, and Ollantaytambo from/to Cusco
- Shared transfer from the hotel in Urubamba (Sacred Valley) to Ollantaytambo station
- Voyager (one way) and 360° (return) round-trip train tickets from/to Ollantaytambo station
- Shared tour for 2 days and 1 night to Machu Picchu with a site guide*
DAY 1*
Guided visit
Entrance to machu picchu
Up and down bus to machu picchu
- 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
Arequipa
Comfort - Maison D´Elise / Hotel Corregidor / Casa Andina Standard
Standard - Los Tambos Colonial / San Agustín Monasterio
Superior - El Cabildo / Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Colca
Comfort - Estancia Pozo del Cielo
Standard - Casa Andina Standard Colca
Superior - Xima Colca
Puno
Comfort - Casa Andina Standard Tikarani / Casona Plaza / Hacienda Puno
Standard - Lake Titicaca Hotel / Intiqa Hotel
Superior - Jose Antonio
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
Urubamba
Comfort - Mabey Valle Sagrado / Agusto´s Hotel / San Agustin Urubamba
Standard - Villa Urubamba / AVA Spots
Superior - Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado / Casona de Yucay
Machu Picchu
Comfort - Flower`s House Machu Picchu / Hatun Inti Classic
Standard - Ferré Machu Picchu / Inti Punku Machu Picchu
Superior - Casa Andina Standard Machu Picchu / Tierra Viva Machu Picchu
HIGHLIGHTS
Colca Canyon. Appreciate the elegance of the condor flying over this 4,000 meters of depth valley and visits some remote villages of the zone.
Lake Titicaca. A boat ride takes you to Taquile Island and the artificial floating Uros Islands.
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, sunblock's, 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 Raimi Festival, National Holidays, Christmas, New Year’s, conferences or special events. Please confirm with your Destination Expert.
