Peru Coast Highland and Jungle

Dive into Lima's rich history as our tour unfolds through the city's three pivotal eras: Pre-hispanic, Colonial, and Modern. Begin with a panoramic sweep of “La Huaca Pucllana,” a testament to Lima's ancient civilizations. The journey continues to the heart of Lima's Historical Downtown, where you'll be mesmerized by its grand palaces, mansions, churches, and squares, each a narrative of the city's colonial past. As we venture into the residential elegance of San Isidro, the tour gradually transitions into the modern vibrancy of Lima. Culminate your experience with a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean from Miraflores, capturing the essence of Lima's contemporary charm. This experience is enriched with exclusive admissions to the BCR Museum, offering a treasure trove of Peruvian heritage, and the Complejo Monumental San Francisco, renowned for its historic catacombs. Please note, the BCR Museum welcomes visitors during specific times and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays afternoon, and all day on Mondays. 

After our sightseeing in Lima, private transfer to the bus station to departure to Paracas. (3 Hours)

Upon arrival in the stunning coastal town of Paracas, another private transfer to your Selected hotel.

Embark on a morning boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands, located within the Paracas National Reserve. This journey offers a chance to witness an array of wildlife, including sea lions, bobo birds, pelicans, penguins, and various marine birds in their natural habitat. During the return trip, marvel at the "Candelabro," a mysterious geoglyph etched into a hillside, reminiscent of the Nazca Lines

Following the island tour, you'll be transferred to the bus station for your next destination, Ica. Upon arrival in Ica, you'll have a brief stop at the office to leave your luggage, and then it's off to explore the enchanting oasis of Huacachina. This desert haven sets the scene for an exhilarating afternoon of dune buggy rides and sandboarding, offering both adventure and stunning landscapes.

The day's journey concludes with a transfer to the bus station, where you'll catch the bus to Nazca. (2 Hours)

Arrival in Nazca, and transfer to your chosen hotel.

Early in the morning, after breakfast, transfer to Nazca airport for a 45-minute overflight of the enigmatic Nazca Lines. During this 45-minute flight, you'll have the unique opportunity to view the astonishing geoglyphs, including figures of monkeys, spiders, and hummingbirds, etched into the desert landscape, offering a bird's-eye glimpse into an ancient mystery.

In the afternoon, transfer to the bus station to departure to Arequipa. (8 Hours).

Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to your selected hotel. 

In the Afternoon, discover the enchanting 'White City' of Arequipa and the serene Santa Catalina Convent on this immersive city tour. Begin your journey through Arequipa's historic center, where colonial churches, plazas, and buildings made from white sillar stone create a stunning urban landscape against the backdrop of Misti Volcano. Stroll through the vibrant streets, soaking in the city's lively atmosphere and colonial heritage.

The highlight of the tour is the Santa Catalina Convent, a sprawling religious complex that's more like a city within a city. With its vividly painted walls, charming streets, and tranquil courtyards, the convent offers a glimpse into the secluded lives of the nuns who have inhabited it since the 16th century. Explore the peaceful cloisters, picturesque gardens, and richly decorated chapels, and discover the unique blend of Spanish and indigenous architectural styles. After our tour, return to hotel. Free night.

Early in the morning, after breakfast, embark on a Journey to the Colca Canyon, visiting on the way Pampas Cañahuas, the Mirador of the Andes, the crater of Chucura, the Mirador of Chivay, where pre-inca andens may be appreciated. Arrival to the town of Chivay at 13:00hrs. approx. Transfer to your selected Hotel. Box lunch Included (light meals in the altitude). In the afternoon free time to visit thermal and medical baths . 20.00 Dinner 

After an early breakfast, journey to Condor's Cross, a prime viewpoint to witness the grandeur of Colca Canyon and the awe-inspiring flight of the Andean condors. Marvel at these majestic birds soaring against the backdrop of one of the world's deepest canyons. Following this breathtaking experience and lunch, embark on an afternoon trip to Puno via tourist bus. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your selected hotel in Puno, a city known for its proximity to the mystical Lake Titicaca and rich cultural heritage. This day combines natural wonders with a smooth transition to your next Andean adventure.  

Early in the morning after breakfast, take a full day motor boat excursion on the Titicaca Lake waters towards the unique Floating Islands of the Uros, ancient inhabitants of the lake, known as the Water Tribe. This Andean natives built their own islands by adding periodically new layers of a unique plant called totora (a type of reed), as well as their homes and boats. Next continue your motor boat trip to the Taquile Island, inhabited by quechua-speaking natives who have developed an efficient and original social systems and a fine hand weaving technique through generations. After lunch at a local posada of Taquile, take a walk through the several hills and archaeological sites of this 6km long island. Early afternoon return to Puno for overnight at selected hotel.  

Embark on the "Route of the Sun" from Puno to Cusco, a journey that takes you through the stunning Andean landscape and rich cultural heritage of Peru. This full-day bus tour includes five key stops at historical and cultural sites:

1. Pukara: Your first stop is at the Pukara Museum, where you can explore the artifacts and history of the pre-Inca civilization and see the famous Pukara bulls.

2. La Raya Pass: At the journey’s highest point, enjoy breathtaking views of the Andes, capturing the natural beauty of the region.

3. Sicuani: Stop for a lunch break in Sicuani, offering a moment to relax and savor local cuisine in a charming Andean town.

4. Raqchi: Visit the impressive Temple of Wiracocha, an archaeological site that showcases the architectural brilliance of the Inca Empire.

5. Andahuaylillas: Conclude the tour stops with a visit to the Church of San Pedro in Andahuaylillas, known as the "Sistine Chapel of the Americas" for its exquisite interior artwork.

The journey concludes in Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca Empire, setting the stage for your next adventure. Throughout the trip, enjoy guided explanations and comfortable onboard amenities, making your travel both informative and pleasant.  

Early in the morning, pick up from your hotel in Cusco for your group excursion of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Tour Itinerary:

• Explore Moray: First, visit the archaeological site of Moray, known for its impressive concentric terraces used by the Incas for agricultural experiments.
• Visit Maras: Continue to the Maras salt mines, where hundreds of pre-Inca salt pools are nestled against a scenic mountain backdrop, still in use today.
• Lunch in Urubamba: Enjoy a delicious lunch in Urubamba, sampling traditional Peruvian dishes.
• Tour of Ollantaytambo Fortress: After lunch, head to Ollantaytambo and explore its ancient fortress and terraces, learning about its strategic importance during the Inca Empire.
• Stay in Ollantaytambo: The tour concludes in Ollantaytambo. Spend the evening at your leisure, exploring the town or resting before your train journey.
• Train to Aguas Calientes: Depending on your train schedule, make your way to the station to board your train to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.

The day starts with an early morning transfer to the bus station for a 30 minute journey, ascending a zigzag path, to the incredible Machu Picchu. Upon arrival, you will embark on a guided tour of the ancient citadel. Highlights include the Main Square, the enigmatic Circular Tower, the sacred Intihuatana (Sun Dial), the Royal Quarters, the Temple of the Three Windows, and the intricate cemeteries. Lunch in a restaurant at Aguas Calientes town.

In the afternoon, back to Cusco by train, and transfer to your selected hotel for overnight. Evening free.

In the morning, Historical guided city tour of Cusco visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral and the Temple of the Sun.

After, we'll leave the city to visit the Inca sites of Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, and the impressive fortress of Sacsayhuaman.

Qenqo: An archaeological site featuring intriguing carved rock formations and underground channels, believed to have been used by the Incas for ceremonial and religious purposes.

Tambomachay: Known as the "Inca Baths," Tambomachay boasts water fountains used for rituals and purification. Its architecture and hydraulic engineering are remarkable.

Puca Pucara: An ancient military fortress guarding the access to Cusco, named for its red stones.

Sacsayhuaman: An awe-inspiring fortress with enormous, precisely carved stones forming its walls. It offers panoramic views of Cusco.

Return to the city of Cusco.

4:00am. Embark on our full day Rainbow Mountain day trip from Cusco. We will travel by tourist bus around two hours to the south until arriving to the village of Cusipata, where we’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast.

After the breakfast we will travel by car 1 hour to the trailhead, known as Phulawasipata, where we will start the trek. The trek will last approximately 1.5 hours to 2 hours to Vinicunca Pass, the classic viewpoint for Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, we will appreciate the typical landscape and flora and fauna of the Andes, among which Llamas and Alpacas stand out.

Then we will return by the same route to the point where we started the trek (Phulawasipata), where our transport will be waiting to take us back to Cusipata; here we will enjoy the buffet lunch. After lunch we will start heading to back to Cusco for overnight.

Transfer to the Airport and departure to Puerto Maldonado.

Reception at the airport with transfer to our office, which is located in the center of Puerto Maldonado. Any luggage that you do not require during your stay in the rainforest can be safely kept in our storage room. This is to facilitate the transport by boat to the lodge.
We will embark for our lodge traveling on the river-vessel “Puerto de Capitanía”. It is 40 minutes of navigation on the Madre de Dios River.
After arrival at the facilities of the Lodge Corto Maltes Amazonía you will be received with refreshments made from seasonal fruits. Later, your guide will give you the necessary information for your stay and hand over the keys to your bungalow and security safe, followed by the lunch and some time to rest until the first excursion.

TREK AND VISIT THE SHIRINGUERO CAMP.
3:30 pm. Depart for your first contact with the jungle. You will be accompanied by your guide, who will show you the tropical trees, medicinal plants and other aspects of the exuberant nature among the 60 hectares of Brazil nut concession that Corto Maltés Amazonia stewards.
Visit a shiringuero encampment, which is another one of the most important economic activities in the Madre de Dios region. This is a reproduction of a real camp, in which you can see the process of collecting rubber (better known as latex), and see how it is used for many products. The time for this trek is 2 hours.
FREE TIME. Back at the Lodge you can relax by the pool or in the hammocks on the terrace of your bungalow, savor an exotic cocktail at the bar, enjoy a relaxing massage by our qualified staff, visit our shop for a handcrafted souvenir of the rainforest or head to the riverside to view the breathtaking sunset.

CAIMAN SAFARI.
7:00 pm. Before dinner, we will leave for a nocturnal boat trip to observe caimans and, with a bit of luck, other animals which populate the riverbank at night. 8:00pm dinner in our riverside dining room.

Wake up at 5:30 am for some coffee or tea before leaving for Lake Sandoval. Your guide will hand out a bagged breakfast and snack for the excursion.

LAKE SANDOVAL
6:00 am: After roughly 20 minutes of travel on the river Madre de Dios, we arrive at the landing stage of Lake Sandoval. During a 3 km hike through the wild vegetation, we will enter the territory of Tambopata National Reserve, where you will have the chance to admire giant trees, different snakes, monkeys (squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys and capuchin monkeys) and various birds (notably the Hoatzin – also known as the stink bird-, kingfishers and snakebirds).
Once on Lake Sandoval, we will embark in small rowboats in search of giant river otters. We will also have the possibility to spot a good number of other reptiles, mammals and birds in their natural habitat. When the guide finds an opportune spot where you can continue to observe the nature, we will eat breakfast. For the return trip, make sure you have gathered your belongings and we will row back to the pier.

OPTIONAL: MONKEY ISLAND This activity depends on the season and the discretion of your guide. There are times that due to flooding it is nearly impossible to disembark and walk around the island. There are also times in the year for mating and reproduction, and it is important to leave the wild monkeys alone, without human interruption. The animals are accustomed to visitors and can come very close. Therefore it is very important to always follow the instructions of your guide.
1:30pm. Return to the Lodge for lunch.
3:30 pm. We will visit of one of the two lookout towers of Corto Maltès Amazonía, with a height of 20 and 42 meters and designed for bird watching and the viewing of other types of animals living at this altitude in the canopy. In addition, you will enjoy an incredible view of the sunset. (The guide will consult with the guests on their preferences and adapt this excursion accordingly.)
There will also be a visit to a Brazil nut camp, where harvesters stay for the duration of the season. The Brazil nut (also known as castaña, as it is known locally) is one of the most important economic activities in the Madre de Dios region.

FREE TIME. You will then have some free time to enjoy the pool or a massage, get refreshed at the bar or visit our souvenir shop.
8:00pm: Dinner

8:00am: Breakfast

CHACRA
9:00am. After a 20-minute boat trip down-river, we will arrive at a chacra, which is a farm owned by a local family. Here we will recognize and even taste different seasonal tropical fruits as well as other native products (cacao, banana, cocona, bread-fruit, noni, yucca, lime…) This place belongs to a typical rural family who maintain with care and without chemicals some native plants that grow naturally. They sell their products in the main markets of Puerto Maldonado for consumption. Once finished the visit we will return to take the boat, and after about 20 minutes we will arrive at the land of a native Machiguenga family.

NATIVE FAMILY
12:00pm. The Machiguenga are one of the many ethnic groups that exist in the Peruvian Amazon. A family of native Machiguenga will receive us for a visit. They will show us the cultural value of their ancestors, as well as language and customs, including traditional clothes, hunting gear, handicrafts and the music they play during ayahuasca ceremonies. They will teach us how to take advantage of natural products to make tools, and what they use to make their houses, dresses and ornaments, each important for their daily life.
1:00pm. We will share lunch with the Machiguenga family in a typical construction and enjoy an indigenous dish from the jungle.

FREE TIME. 2:00pm. Return to the lodge to relax and have free time to visit the boutique, refresh in the pool, have a cocktail in the bar or have a relaxing massage.
8:00pm: Dinner 

Wake up at 5:30 am for some coffee or tea before leaving for a 20-minute walk to the clay lick, where you will have the possibility to observe 3 to 5 types of parrots.
The parrots come to the clay lick to ingest a particular kind of clay, only found in certain areas of this region. The clay is vital for the metabolic regulation of the birds, and therefore is host to a colorful and veritably delightful and exciting event.
8:00am: Breakfast and free time
After breakfast, we will return to the city of Puerto Maldonado by boat.
One of our vehicles will receive you at the port. After a short stop at our office, we will drive to the local market where the local population supplies itself with foods and other products. During a short visit of around 20-minutes, you will be able to appreciate the different typical products of the area.
We will then head to the airport to check-in for your respective flights.

Arrival to Lima and transfer to your selected Hotel.

Early in the morning, transfer to airport for your international flight home. This marks the conclusion of our travel services, wrapping up an unforgettable journey through the heart of Peru and the majestic splendors of Machu Picchu.