Discover Peru 11 Days- Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machupicchu, Rainbow

Welcome to Peru! We know how exhausting international flights can be, so upon your arrival in the Peruvian capital, we will make your arrival as smooth and stress-free as possible. Your Inti Sun Trek representative will be waiting for you at Lima Airport, holding a sign with your name, to welcome you and transfer you comfortably to your selected hotel.

After checking in, you can take time to relax, enjoy a refreshing shower, and recover from your journey. If you prefer, you may also explore the nearby areas or enjoy Peru’s world-famous gastronomy with lunch at your hotel or at one of the many excellent local restaurants (meals not included).

Depending on your arrival time, you also have the option to join the Lima City Tour, available daily at 8:30 AM or 2:00 PM. During the tour, you will explore the three stages of Lima: Ancestral, Colonial, and Modern Lima. Highlights include a panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana Pyramid, the Historic Center of Lima with its impressive colonial architecture, the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs, and the modern districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.

The tour also includes a visit to the Central Reserve Bank Museum, where you can admire an important collection of pre-Columbian gold, ceramics, and textiles.

Note: The Central Reserve Bank Museum is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays.

If you prefer not to join the city tour, you can explore Lima at your own pace by visiting the district of Miraflores, one of the city’s most popular tourist areas. You may enjoy a walk through Kennedy Park or go shopping at the famous Larcomar shopping center, located along the Pacific coast.

In the evening, we highly recommend enjoying dinner at Central or Maido, both recognized among the best restaurants in the world by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Due to high demand, advance reservations are highly recommended.

Overnight in Lima.
Included meals: None.

Your day begins with a private transfer from your hotel in Lima to the airport for your domestic flight to Arequipa. As you approach the city, you may enjoy impressive views of the Andes and the surrounding volcanic landscape. The majestic Misti Volcano welcomes visitors to this beautiful destination. Known as La Ciudad Blanca (The White City), Arequipa is famous for its churches, colonial mansions, convents, and historic buildings made from sillar, the white volcanic stone that gives the city its distinctive appearance.

Upon arrival in Arequipa, your Inti Sun Trek
representative will be waiting for you at Arequipa Airport, holding a sign with your name, to welcome you and transfer you comfortably to your selected hotel.

You will have some free time to relax, do laundry, or explore the Plaza de Armas on your own, surrounded by the Cathedral and charming colonial arcades. If your schedule allows, you may also visit the Santa Catalina Monastery independently, located near the main square.

Around 1:00 p.m., we will pick you up from your hotel or the main plaza and head toward the famous sillar quarries. Along the way, your guide will explain how this volcanic stone was used to build many of Arequipa’s historic monuments.

Our first stop will be the Zamácola viewpoint, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city and the surrounding volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu.

Next, we will visit the quarries where the white volcanic stone is extracted. Here, you will see the enormous carved stone blocks and learn about the traditional techniques that local workers still use today.

The tour continues to the Virgen de Culebrillas Quarry, a fascinating place with narrow canyon walls and ancient petroglyphs left by earlier cultures. You will also learn about apachetas, traditional stone structures found throughout the Andes.

After the tour, we will return to the city center by private transportation.

In the evening, you will have free time to visit local restaurants or cafés and try traditional dishes such as rocoto relleno or adobo arequipeño.

Overnight in Arequipa.
Included meals: None

Your adventure to one of the deepest canyons in the world begins very early in the morning. Around 3:00 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel in Arequipa and begin our scenic journey through the Peruvian highlands toward Colca Canyon.

Along the route, you will pass through breathtaking Andean landscapes surrounded by volcanoes, mountains, and traditional villages. We will make several stops at viewpoints where you can admire herds of llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas in their natural habitat.

After approximately 3 hours of travel, we will arrive in the town of Chivay, where you will enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant.

After breakfast, we will continue toward the famous Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, one of the most spectacular observation points in Colca Canyon. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire the immense depth of the canyon and, weather permitting, observe the majestic Andean condor soaring above the valley.

Following the visit to Cruz del Cóndor, we will return through the Colca Valley, stopping at picturesque villages such as Maca and Yanque, known for their colonial churches, traditional culture, and local handicrafts.

Along the way, your guide will explain the history, culture, and impressive agricultural terraces built by ancient civilizations that still shape the landscape today.

Later, we will return to Chivay, where you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Colca Valley. The rest of the afternoon will be free for you to relax, enjoy dinner on your own, or explore the surrounding area at your leisure. Optionally, you may also choose to visit the La Calera Hot Springs independently.

Overnight in Colca Canyon.
Included meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

After breakfast at your hotel, we will begin our scenic journey from Chivay to Puno, traveling through the breathtaking landscapes of the Peruvian Andes.

Along the route, you will enjoy spectacular views of mountains, volcanoes, high-altitude lagoons, and wide plains inhabited by llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas. This route is considered one of the most scenic journeys in southern Peru.

During the trip, we will make several short stops at panoramic viewpoints where you can take photos and appreciate the beauty of the Andean highlands. As we continue toward Puno, your guide will share information about the local culture, wildlife, and traditional communities that inhabit this remote region of Peru. After approximately 6 hours of travel, we will arrive in Puno, located on the shores of the legendary Lake Titicaca.

Upon arrival, our representative will transfer you to your selected hotel. The remainder of the afternoon will be free for you to relax, explore the city on your own, or enjoy the beautiful lake views.

Overnight in Puno.
Included meals: Breakfast.

Today, you will explore the legendary waters of Lake Titicaca, one of the most significant destinations in Andean culture.

After breakfast at your hotel, we will transfer you to the port of Puno, where you will board a comfortable tourist boat to begin your full-day excursion across the lake.

Our first stop will be the famous Uros Floating Islands, a unique group of artificial islands built entirely from totora reeds by the local Uros people. During your visit, you will learn about their ancestral traditions, daily life, and the fascinating way they continue to preserve their culture on the lake.

After visiting the Uros Islands, we will continue by boat toward Taquile Island, a peaceful island known for its stunning landscapes, agricultural terraces, and rich textile traditions recognized by UNESCO.

Upon arrival, you will enjoy a scenic walk through the island while admiring spectacular views of Lake Titicaca and the surrounding Andes Mountains. Local residents dressed in traditional clothing will warmly welcome you and share insights into their customs and way of life.

Later, you will enjoy a traditional lunch prepared with local ingredients while overlooking the beautiful lake. After lunch, you will have some free time to explore the island, take photos, or shop for handmade textiles crafted by the local community. In the afternoon, we will board the boat for the return journey to Puno. Upon arrival at the port, our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.

Overnight in Puno.
Included meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

After breakfast at your hotel, we will transfer you to the bus station to begin your unforgettable journey along the famous Route of the Sun, one of the most scenic and culturally significant routes in Peru.

During this full-day trip from Puno to Cusco, you will travel through spectacular Andean landscapes, traditional villages, and important archaeological and colonial sites while learning about the rich history and culture of the region.

Our first stop will be the Lithic Museum of Pucará, where you will learn about ancient stone sculptures and the region’s pre-Inca culture.

We will then continue through the highlands toward La Raya Pass, the highest point of the journey at over 4,300 meters (14,100 feet) above sea level. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and the surrounding Andean scenery.

Afterward, we will stop for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant offering a variety of traditional Andean and international dishes.

In the afternoon, we will visit Raqchi, an important Inca archaeological complex dedicated to the god Wiracocha. Your guide will explain the fascinating history and significance of this impressive site.

The final stop before arriving in Cusco will be the Church of Andahuaylillas, often called the “Sistine Chapel of the Andes” because of its beautiful murals, gold decorations, and colonial artwork.

Upon arrival in Cusco in the evening, our representative will meet you at the bus station and transfer you to your selected hotel.

Overnight in Cusco.
Included meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

Enjoy a relaxing morning at your own pace in the historic city of Cusco. You may choose to rest, explore the nearby streets and cafés, shop for local handicrafts, or simply take time to acclimatize to the altitude.

At 1:00 p.m., your guide will meet you at the Main Square to begin your fascinating Cusco City Tour, exploring some of the most important historical and archaeological sites of the former capital of the Inca Empire.

The tour begins in Cusco’s historic center, where you will visit the Plaza de Armas and admire the impressive colonial architecture built on Inca foundations. You will also visit the famous Qorikancha, also known as the Temple of the Sun, one of the most important religious centers of the Inca civilization.

Afterward, we will head to the surrounding archaeological sites located above the city. The first stop will be Sacsayhuamán, an impressive Inca fortress famous for its enormous stone walls and panoramic views of Cusco. The tour continues with visits to the nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, each offering a unique glimpse into Inca engineering, spirituality, and history.

At the end of the tour, we will drive back down to Cusco, where the tour will end at the Main Square. You can then enjoy a relaxing evening and have dinner at one of Cusco’s local restaurants.

Overnight in Cusco.
Included meals: Breakfast.

We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 6:30 a.m. and travel for one hour by tourist van to Chinchero, a small village with beautiful views of the Sacred Valley. In this charming village, you will see adobe homes, narrow cobbled streets, and people in traditional Peruvian dress. Here, the villagers still practice many Inca traditions and crafts. If you wish, you will see a demonstration of how wool is washed and dyed using native plants and minerals. You will also visit the beautiful INCA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE AND COLONIAL TEMPLE OF CHINCHERO.

We will then continue our journey to MORAY to see the fascinating site used by the Incas for agricultural experiments and seed cultivation. There, you will learn how they cleverly designed a drainage system at the bottom of the terraces to avoid flooding during the rainy season.

After the tour of Moray, you will take a 20-minute bus ride to THE SALT MINES OF MARAS. At this amazing site, you can see the salt pans fed by saline spring water, built on steep terraces along one side of a narrow valley. The water is distributed throughout the pans by a network of channels, where it slowly evaporates, leaving the salt behind. Salt has been collected from Maras since pre-Inca times, and local families have maintained the terraces and channels for generations. Then, we will follow the beautiful route to Urubamba, the heart of the Sacred Valley, where we will stop for a BUFFET LUNCH.

We will continue our scenic journey to the amazing town of OLLANTAYTAMBO. Ollantaytambo is a classic Inca town that has preserved the traditional Inca urban layout of narrow streets alongside flowing streams. As you walk through the stone streets, the gentle sound of flowing water will make it easy for you to imagine the town as it was in the time of the Incas. In the upper part of the town, there is an impressive ceremonial center that was used for water worship, as well as a mighty fortress that protected access to the lower part of the valley.

Finally, you will board the 4:30 p.m. train to Aguas Calientes. After an hour-and-forty-minute journey through the Andes, you will arrive at the Aguas Calientes train station, where you will be greeted by our staff and escorted to your selected hotel. Here, you can relax and rest before your visit to Machu Picchu. In the evening, you will receive a briefing about the next day’s tour.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Included meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Visiting Machu Picchu
There are two ways to reach Machu Picchu from Aguas Calientes:

Hike: For a more active experience, you can hike from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu, which takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Bus: The fastest and easiest option. Buses take you directly to the entrance of the site. Each journey lasts approximately 25 minutes, and the tickets are included in the tour package

New Entry Regulations
Your entry time will depend on how early you booked the tour and the circuit you are assigned.

Inside Machu Picchu
Once inside the Inca citadel, you’ll enjoy a guided tour lasting approximately two hours. You’ll explore the most important sectors included in your assigned circuit. The ingenuity of Inca engineering continues to inspire awe and curiosity to this day.

After the Tour
Once your visit to Machu Picchu is over, you’ll take a bus back down to Aguas Calientes. In town, you’ll find plenty of great places to relax and enjoy lunch. After your meal, make your way to the train station in time for your return departure to Ollantaytambo, followed by transportation back to Cusco.

Can I Still Climb Huayna Picchu?
Yes, you may still have the opportunity to climb Huayna Picchu Mountain, but please note:

Entry to Huayna Picchu is subject to official schedules, regulations, and ticket availability:

Entry schedules may vary according to current regulations.
Availability must be confirmed at the time of booking.

The climb must be coordinated with your Machu Picchu entrance schedule and the ticket purchased.

Note: The Machu Picchu archaeological site is different from Machu Picchu Mountain. When most people refer to Machu Picchu, they are referring to the archaeological site. Huayna Picchu Mountain and Machu Picchu Mountain require separate entrance tickets. Please notify us in advance if you are interested so that we can check availability and arrange the corresponding ticket.

Overnight in Cusco
Included meals: Breakfast

Your day will begin with an early pickup from your accommodation in Cusco, between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. Our transportation will take you south of Cusco to the town of Cusipata. The transfer lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival in Cusipata, we will have breakfast. After breakfast, we will continue our trip to Rainbow Mountain for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. On the way to the mountain, you will have the chance to enjoy beautiful landscapes and observe the local wildlife.

We will start our adventure with an uphill walk of about 1 hour and 30 minutes, with snow-capped mountains and wonderful landscapes in the background. Then, we will finally reach the viewpoint, where we will be able to appreciate the colors of Rainbow Mountain and the stunning views it offers.

After visiting and taking pictures, we will return the same way we came with a 1.5-hour hike, have lunch, and start the drive back to Cusco, arriving between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m.

Overnight in Cusco
Included meals: Breakfast and Lunch

You will check out of your hotel and be transferred to Cusco Airport for your onward journey. If your flight is later in the day, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or exploring nearby attractions. Upon your arrival in Lima, you will connect with your international flight back to your country.