The best of Peru – 13 Days – Discover Inca Planet

The best of Peru - 13 Days

Summary

Day 1

LIMA CITY TOUR

Day 2

PARACAS - ISLAS BALLESTAS - HUACACHINA

Day 3

NAZCA LINES TO LIMA

Day 4

PUNO - UROS ISLANDS

Day 5

UROS ISLANDS - TAQUILE - PUNO

Day 6

PUNO - CUSCO RECOJO TRASLADO

Day 7

CUSCO CITY TOUR

Day 8

SACRED VALLEY

Day 9

MACHU PICCHU

Day 10

FREE DAY

Day 11

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

Day 12

HUMANTAY LAKE

Day 13

TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE

DAY 1: LIMA CITY TOUR

Day 1: Lima City Tour

Start: Hotel pickup and beginning of the tour.
Modern Lima: Visit to Miraflores, Love Park with an ocean view, panoramic tour of Huaca Pucllana, and the olive tree forest in San Isidro, Lima’s financial center.
Colonial Lima: Tour of the Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site), San Martín Square, colonial balconies, Archbishop’s Palace, Desamparados Station, Cathedral Basilica, and Municipal Palace.
San Francisco Convent: Visit to the ancient library, choir, main cloister, and catacombs.
End of the Tour: Return to the hotel.

DAY 2: PARACAS - ISLAS BALLESTAS - HUACACHINA

Day 2: Paracas - Ballestas Islands - Huacachina

Departure from Lima: Pickup from hotels and hostels.
Trip to Paracas: Luxury bus with reclining seats, USB ports, TV, and onboard restrooms.
Ballestas Islands: 2-hour boat tour, spotting sea lions, penguins, and birds.
Free Time in Paracas: Option for a buffet with an ocean view or a walk through the town.
Trip to Huacachina: Stories about the history and myths of the oasis.
Exploring Huacachina: Walk around the oasis, relax on the dunes, or enjoy the pool.
Dune Buggy & Sandboarding: 2-hour dune tour and sandboarding experience.
Overnight in Huacachina or transfer to Nazca (depending on package selection).

DAY 3: NAZCA LINES TO LIMA

Day 3: Nazca lines to Lima

Early Morning Transfer to Nazca: Private transportation from Huacachina to Nazca.
Nazca Lines Flight: 30-40 minute flight over the enigmatic geoglyphs.
Visit to Nazca Town: Optional visit to the María Reiche Museum or Chauchilla Cemetery.
Lunch in Nazca (Not included).
Bus Transfer to Puno: Overnight bus ride with reclining seats for a comfortable journey.

Day 4: PUNO - UROS ISLANDS

Day 4: Puno - Uros Islands

Early Arrival in Puno: Pickup from the bus terminal and transfer to the port.
Boat Trip to Uros Islands: Visit the floating islands made of totora reeds.
Interaction with Uros Community: Learn about their way of life, traditions, and reed boat construction.
Exploring the Islands: Free time to walk around and take photos.
Overnight in a family house in Uros island.

Day 5: UROS ISLANDS - TAQUILE - PUNO

Day 5: Uros Islands - Taquile - Puno

Breakfast at the family house.
Departure to Taquile Island: Boat ride across Lake Titicaca with stunning views.
Arrival in Taquile: Walk through the island while learning about its unique textile art (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage).
Traditional Lunch: Fresh trout or vegetarian option prepared by local families (included).
Exploring Taquile: Free time to enjoy the landscapes and interact with locals.
Return to Puno: Boat trip back, arriving in the late afternoon.

Day 6: Puno - Cusco. Pick up and Transfer

Morning Pickup: Transfer from hotel in Puno to the bus station.
Tourist Bus to Cusco (optional upgrade to private transfer).
Arrival in Cusco: Evening drop-off at hotel.

DAY 7: CUSCO CITY TOUR

Day 7: Cusco City Tour

Tour Duration: 5 hours, with morning (8:30 AM – 2:00 PM) and afternoon (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM) shifts.
Places Visited:
- We will visit the traditional streets of Cusco and the Main Square.
- Qoricancha: Temple of the Sun with advanced Inca architecture.
- Sacsayhuamán: Complex of large stone blocks used for festivities.
- Qenqo: Site for astronomical and religious purposes.
End: Return to Cusco’s Main Square or the hotel.

DAY 8: SACRED VALLEY

Day 8: Sacred Valley

Start: 7:00 AM in Cusco.
Itinerary:
- Chinchero: Visit to an Inca archaeological site and traditional textile demonstration.
- Moray: Circular Inca terraces, history, and photo opportunities.
- Maras: Inca salt mines.
- Urubamba: Lunch (Not included).
- Ollantaytambo: Tour of the archaeological site (option to stay here).
End: Return to Cusco at approximately 6:00 PM.

DAY 9: MACHU PICCHU

Day 9: Machu Picchu

Early Pickup: We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.
Trip to Ollantaytambo: 1.5-hour journey in private transportation to the train station.
Train Ride: 1 hour and 50-minute journey from Ollantaytambo through the Sacred Valley to Aguas Calientes.
Arrival in Aguas Calientes: Meet with the representative or tour guide and transfer by bus to Machu Picchu (25 minutes).
Tour in Machu Picchu: 2 to 3-hour guided tour of the historic sanctuary, exploring its Incan architecture and engineering.
Return to Aguas Calientes: Bus ride back, with free time for lunch (Lunch not included).
Return by Train: Train ride back to Ollantaytambo, where a representative will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

DAY 10: FREE DAY

Day 10: Free Day

Relaxing day in Cusco.

DAY 11: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

Day 11: Rainbow Mountain

05:00 AM: Pickup at your hotel.
Transfer to the starting point: 3-hour drive to the hiking starting point.
Buffet breakfast: Provided at the starting point.
Hike to Rainbow Mountain: 1.5-hour hike, with 30 minutes to explore and take photos.
Visit to Red Valley: 40-minute tour.
Return walk: 1-hour hike back to the starting point.
Buffet lunch: After the hike.
Return to Cusco: Arrival at your hotel around 5:00 PM.

DAY 12: HUMANTAY LAKE

Day 12: Humantay Lake

Early pickup at the hotel at 5:00 AM and a 3-hour transfer to Soraypampa, where the 2-hour hike to the turquoise lagoon begins.
Free time at the lagoon for photos and a guided tour.
1-hour descent back to Soraypampa, then a bus to Mollepata to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch.
1.5-hour return from Mollepata to Cusco after lunch. Arrival around 5:00 PM.

DAY 13: TRANSFER OUT BYE BYE

Day 13: Transfer Out bye bye

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
End of services.

Bilingual professional guide (English – Spanish). (Ask about other languages with additional fees for private service).
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu Pueblo.
Transportation: Pickup and private bus transfers between Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Aguas Calientes.
Train: Round-trip tickets on the «Expedition» service.
Meals: 2 breakfasts, picnic lunch on the Inca Trail.
Equipment: First aid kit and oxygen tank.
Entries: Access to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
Extras: Free luggage storage for additional belongings, satellite phone for emergencies.
Guided tour: Professional visit to Machu Picchu.

Meals and drinks.
Huayna Picchu (US$70, subject to availability).
Entrance to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes (US$5).
Tips.
Walking sticks (US$15).

Travel insurance very important to travel with Discover Inca Planet.
Passport (optional): Bring a photocopy, but for the Rainbow Mountain stamp, bring the original.
1.5 liters of water: Stay hydrated during the hike.
Personal snacks: Extra energy bars if you need frequent snacks.
Pillow for van ride: Leave it in the van during the hike.
Trekking shoes: Essential for the dusty and slippery path.
Waterproof pants (optional): Only for the rainy season (Dec-Mar).
Extra clothes (optional): For rainy season to stay dry.
Sunscreen lip protector: Protect lips from dryness.
Warm jacket: To stay warm, as it’s usually cold.
Rain jacket: For unexpected rain, even during dry seasons.
Long sleeve t-shirt: Protect from sunburn; apply sunscreen if wearing short sleeves.
Wool hat: It’s cold at Rainbow Mountain, even in summer.
Trekking pants: Suggested for hiking, but any suitable pants work.
Rain poncho: Essential in the rainy season or cloudy days.
Sunhat: Protect from strong sun at high altitudes.
Sunscreen: Both sun and cold can burn, so apply regularly.
Water bottles or Camelbak: Reusable bottles are recommended.
Sunglasses: Strong sun and snow reflection can harm eyes.
Extra money: For snacks, soda, alpaca meat, or tips for photos.
Thick socks: To keep feet warm.
Neck gaiter: Keeps neck and face warm, especially in winter.
Gloves: Essential for warmth, especially at the summit.
Basic medications: Ibuprofen for headaches, Diamox for altitude sickness.
Portable charger: To keep devices powered in the cold.
Phone or camera: Capture memories of the adventure.

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OUR REVIEWS

kaminay

Smooth, safe, and informative trip with warm, caring guides Touring with DIP through Peru for a week was a wonderful and memorable experience. Abraham was our guide for Machu Picchu, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Lake Humantay, and Rainbow Mountain. He took care of the details like purchasing tickets in advance, to make for a smooth experience. I really appreciated his attentive care about our safety, telling us to "take our time" during strenuous hikes, and lending his hand for assistance when my achy knees flared up. Not only was he thorough in sharing history, he made great restaurant recommendations. The places that we visited on his advice were so good. Oh, and he takes excellent pictures! Our van driver, "Gato", also took very good care of us with the many winding trips up and down the mountains. And Miguel, our guide in Lima, knows his home city very well, and took us to highlights in both the historic and more modern parts of the city. I highly recommend using Discover Inca Planet for a great tour with wonderful staff and attentive service.

Lisa D

Abraham is the best tour guide, which is why we keep booking him! I've booked Abraham for tours in Peru TWICE!!! He's just that good. We first booked a tour in June 2023 during the Festival Señor de Choquekillka in Ollantaytambo (the festivities are so nice, I highly recommend visiting during this time!). It was a multi-sport tour to Moray, the salt flats, Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu and the Sun Gate. During this tour we biked down the continental divide and hiked 10k to Aquas Calientes, rode horses to the Sun Gate and had a wonderful time. We just returned from a more 'leisurely' tour (LOL!!! As a flat lander, nothing is easy in that altitude). We visited Machu Picchu, Moray, the salt flats, rainbow mountain, Pisac as well as tours of Cusco and Lima. Abraham is very good at explaining the history of the Inkas and why things happened as they did. His recommendations for things to see and restaurants to visit after the day's tours were spot on. Abraham is kind and easy to get along with. He'll do almost anything to ensure you have a good tour and your needs are accommodated.

Stephanie B

Abraham is fantastic! Abraham was phenomenal! He arranged a private tour for my friends and I for a milestone birthday trip. We saw the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Cusco and Lima. He took great care of us and made sure the trip was everything that we wanted as well as that everyone stayed safe and didn't have any effects from the altitude. His great attitude and personality as well as his deep knowledge of the region and the Incas was the icing on the cake. I would recommend anyone and everyone book with him.

Ofri C

Recommend Recommend Noak the guider, is was amazing, explain in interesting way and know everything!

Arunas

Best experience. Strongly recommended. I enjoyed tour very much. Guide was very communicative, knowledgable and caring. I spent very good time and got a lot of info about Machu Picchu. Strongly recommended.

zamira d

Gran experiencia! Nuestra escapada en pareja al Valle Sagrado de Cusco fue de esas experiencias que no necesitan filtros. El paisaje es imponente, pero lo que más nos quedó fue la sensación de tranquilidad al recorrerlo juntos, Abraham no solo fue nuestro guía, sino parte de esta hermosa experiencia . Su dedicación hizo que el viaje fuera inolvidable. ¡Muchas gracias por todo!

Zenaida Olga M

Gracias por la maravillosa experiencia Nuestro viaje al Valle Sagrado fue aún más especial gracias a nuestro guía Abraham. Queremos agradecerle profundamente por su paciencia, su conocimiento y la pasión con la que nos explicó cada detalle de la historia y cultura de este maravilloso lugar.

Joe A

Trip to Santa Tomas Great trip well planned and had an excellent time with Noe. Great communication and lots of fun in Santa Tomas. Highly recommend!

nicodiazs

Una gran experiencia con Discover Inca Planet Hice varios tours con la agencia Discover Inca Planet y la verdad es que la experiencia fue espectacular. Todos los guías son muy instruidos y saben de la historia y geografía con lugar y sus conocimientos los transmiten con mucha pasión. Además todos hablan inglés, lo que es perfecto para los que no dominan el español. Recomiendo a esta agencia por su responsabilidad, compromiso y gran servicio.

Jacqueline d

Noé saved the day We got Noé as our local guide for our tour at Machu Picchu, he was great and made the tour we booked (trough another agency) a lot better! You can tell he loves to interact, share his knowledge and tell a good joke. He took the time for our group and showed us different places for the best vieuws. We also went on a little more private city tour with Noé. He took us to City Sacsayhuaman, Q'enqo, Tambomachay and Puka pukara. And dont forget a visite to an alpaca/lama farm. Overall a great experience with a even greater guide. Thank you Noé for everything!