Peru Essence Journey – 8 Nights

Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport, a Sacred Valley Cusco Tour host will be waiting to welcome you and escort you to your private transfer to your hotel in Lima.

Lima, known as the City of Kings and declared the Gastronomic Capital of the Americas, is a destination where the past and present coexist in perfect harmony. Its colonial mansions, baroque churches, and historic convents contrast with modern waterfront districts and pre-Columbian huacas that still stand.

You'll have the rest of the day free to rest after your trip or, if you prefer, take a stroll through Miraflores, one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. From Parque del Amor, you can enjoy a unique sunset over the cliffs of the Costa Verde, accompanied by the sound of the ocean.

After breakfast, our guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin the Colonial and Modern Lima Tour, where you'll discover the best of the city in a single tour.

Lima's Historic Center: We'll walk through the Plaza Mayor, surrounded by the majestic Lima Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the Municipal Palace. Every corner of the square preserves its colonial essence and will transport you back centuries.

San Francisco Convent and its Catacombs: A masterpiece of Baroque architecture and one of the most fascinating places in the historic center. Inside, you'll find impressive underground galleries that were used as a cemetery during the colonial era.

San Isidro: A residential and financial district, where we'll visit Huaca Huallamarca, a pre-Incan archaeological site that rises in the middle of the modern city.

Miraflores and Costa Verde: We'll walk along its main avenues until we reach the Miraflores Malecón, with spectacular ocean views. We'll also visit the Parque del Amor, decorated with colorful mosaics and sculptures, a romantic symbol overlooking the sea.

At the end of the tour, our transportation will take you back to your hotel to rest and prepare to continue your journey through Peru.

At the beginning of the day, our Sacred Valley Cusco Tour team will pick you up from your hotel in Lima to transfer you to the airport for your flight to Arequipa.

Upon arrival, a host will be waiting at the airport to welcome you and escort you to your private transfer to your hotel.

Known as the "White City," Arequipa dazzles with its volcanic stone architecture and the imposing profile of the Misti Volcano that dominates the skyline. The city was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO thanks to its beautiful historic center.

In the afternoon, we will pick you up from your accommodation for a half-day city tour. We will begin at the Plaza de Armas, surrounded by colonial arcades and presided over by the majestic Arequipa Cathedral. We'll continue to the fascinating Monastery of Santa Catalina, considered a "city within a city," with cloisters, cobblestone streets, and colorful courtyards that for centuries were home to nuns from noble families.

At the end of the tour, return to your hotel to rest and enjoy some free time in the city.

Very early after breakfast, our team will pick you up from your accommodation to begin the trek to the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world.

During the journey, we will cross high-altitude landscapes and make panoramic stops at iconic sites:

Pampa Cañahuas, the natural habitat of wild vicuñas.

Patapampa, a natural viewpoint located at over 4,700 meters above sea level with spectacular views of volcanoes and snow-capped mountains.

Possible visit to the Mollepunco Caves, which preserve prehistoric petroglyphs, and the unusual Callalli Castles, rock formations resembling medieval fortresses.

Later, we will descend into the valley, where the landscape transforms into agricultural terraces and small Andean villages. Before arriving at your accommodation, you'll have the option to relax in the hot springs of La Calera, surrounded by a unique natural setting.

The day culminates with an included dinner and overnight stay in the Colca Canyon area, preparing for the next day's experience: a visit to the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint.

Very early in the morning, our team will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, the most emblematic spot in the Colca Canyon. From here, you will have the opportunity to observe the majestic flight of the Andean condors, which soar above a breathtaking landscape at an altitude of over 4,500 meters.

In addition to the unique experience with these birds, you will appreciate the cultural legacy of the ancient Collaguas, visible in the pre-Inca ruins, cemeteries, and archaeological remains found in the area.

We will continue exploring the valley to learn about the way of life of the local communities, who keep their agricultural tradition alive on the fertile farming terraces surrounding the canyon.

Before returning, your guide will take you to one of the region's artisan workshops, where nearly a thousand artisans transform ancestral weaving techniques into authentic works of art: intricate embroidery and colorful shawls that reflect the valley's identity.

After the included lunch, we will return to Arequipa, where you will have the afternoon free to rest at your hotel.