Millenary Peru with Inca Trail (10 Days)

Day 1

Pickup at Lima airport and transfer to your hotel in Miraflores.

Day 2

We will pick you up from your hotel in Miraflores to go to Lima airport and take the flight to Cusco.

Once in Cusco, we will pick you up and take you to your hotel.

We will begin the City Tour, starting with a visit to Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun) and the Santo Domingo Convent. Then, we will explore the archaeological sites surrounding the city of Cusco, including Sacsayhuaman, Q’enqo, Pukapukara, and Tambomachay. Overnight stay in Cusco.

Day 3

Cusco – KM 82 – Wayllabamba – Yuncachimpa

We depart by bus from Cusco (3,350m) at 5:30 a.m. Along the way, we pass through vast agricultural fields and villages that preserve their ancestral traditions and customs. Kilometer 82 marks the meeting point with the support team (porters) and the starting point of the Inca Trail.

We continue to Wayllabamba (3,100m) and then begin the ascent to our campsite in Yuncachimpa (3,300m).

Hiking time: 6 hours
Included: Lunch and dinner

Day 4

Yuncachimpa – Llulluchapampa – Warmihuañusca – Pacaymayu – Chaquicocha

At dawn, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking and enigmatic view of the serene surroundings. The morning begins with a cool trek through the Yuncachimpa Valley (3,300m) toward Llulluchapampa (3,850m) and then to the highest point of the trail, Warmihuañusca Pass (4,200m). Here, you’ll marvel at the impressive Nevado Veronica.

After taking in the views, we descend to the Pacaymayu Valley (3,500m). From there, we continue to the Runcuracay Pass (3,950m), eventually reaching our campsite at Chaquicocha (3,650m), nestled deep within the tropical forest.

Hiking time: 7 hours
Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 5

Chaquicocha – Wiñayhuayna

This is the most beautiful day of the trek due to the constant changes in the ecosystem: the tropical forests become increasingly dense. Along the way, we visit the archaeological sites of Phuyupatamarca (3,600m) and Wiñayhuayna (2,650m), where we set up our final campsite.

Hiking time: 5 hours
Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 6

Wiñayhuayna – Machu Picchu – Cusco

After an early breakfast at 4:00 a.m., we set out with our flashlights toward the Sun Gate (Inti Punku, 2,780m). Here, the sunrise over Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu appears as a breathtaking surprise.

At 8:00 a.m., we visit the Machu Picchu citadel (2,400m), a place that enriches the soul with its history and culture, harmonizing perfectly with nature. Afterward, you will have free time to enjoy the tranquility before taking the train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, followed by a bus ride back to Cusco (3,350m).

Hiking time: 2 hours

Day 7

Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

• 4:00 a.m. – 4:40 a.m.: Hotel pickup.
• 6:00 a.m. – 6:40 a.m.: Arrival in Pitumarka village, where we will have breakfast.
• 8:00 a.m.: From Chilca village, we will begin our hike to Rainbow Mountain (approximately 3 to 4 hours). Along the way, you will enjoy stunning landscapes with streams, mountains, lagoons, snow-capped peaks, and diverse flora and fauna. After the hike, we will reach the long-awaited destination of Vinicunca, also known as Rainbow Mountain. You will have ample time to capture this magical place in photos and memories. From here, you will also be able to see the Apu Ausangate, the most revered snow-capped peak by the Incas.
• 2:00 p.m.: Lunch.
• 6:30 p.m.: Arrival back in Cusco.

Overnight stay in Cusco.

Day 8

We will pick you up from your respective hotel at 6:30 a.m. to begin the tour of the VIP Sacred Valley of the Incas, known for its spectacular conditions, including excellent weather, fertile lands, and the waters of the sacred river of the Incas.

During this journey, we will visit various charming and picturesque towns, making stops at locations such as Chinchero, Moray, and Maras, where we will admire traditional textiles and ceramics.

We will also visit Urubamba to enjoy a typical lunch. Later, we will explore the towns of Ollantaytambo and Pisaq, which offer breathtaking Andean landscapes. The locals, native Quechua people, continue to preserve many ancestral customs and rituals to this day.

The tour concludes at 7:00 p.m.

Then, we will take you to the airport for your flight to Lima. Once at Lima airport, we will transfer you to your hotel in Miraflores.

Day 9

Huacachina Tour

• 05:00 a.m.: We will pick you up from your hotel and head to the Paracas port.
• 10:00 a.m. (approx.): Arrival at «El Chaco» port in Paracas. From here, we will board modern speedboats to the Ballestas Islands. During the journey, we will see the «Candelabro,» located in Paracas Bay. Continuing towards the Ballestas Islands, we will pass the remains of a small dock, a vestige of the peak of guano exploitation in Peru. Along the way, we will observe the diverse marine life, including red-headed vultures, guanays, boobies, cormorants, seagulls, pelicans, Humboldt penguins, and sea lions.

Those who choose to stay at «El Chaco» port will have the opportunity to stroll around this beautiful beach and visit the small craft fair.

Lunch: Free time for lunch.

After lunch, we will head to the city of Ica (approximately 1 hour of travel).

We will visit the Huacachina Oasis and after the tour, we will embark on an adventure through the Ica desert aboard dune buggies, climbing and descending dunes up to 150 meters high. During this exciting ride, we will also have the chance to practice one of the most fascinating sports in the area, sandboarding. Along the way, we will enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the Ica desert. Those who prefer to stay in the Huacachina lagoon can enjoy the tranquility of the area by walking around.

Next, we will visit the Nietto Winery in the rural countryside, where Pisco, a famous grape brandy, is produced. Here, we will learn all about the production process from an experienced winery worker. We will also have the opportunity to taste different types of Pisco, wines, and the traditional «cachina» produced at the winery.

• 17:30 p.m. (approx.): Departure to Lima.
• 23:30 p.m. – 24:00 p.m. (approx.): Arrival back in Lima at the original departure point.

Day 10

We will pick you up from your hotel in Miraflores and take you to the airport for your return flight.