9-Day Peru Highlights: Immerse Yourself in the Spiritual Culture of the Andes

9-Day Peru Highlights: Immerse Yourself in the Spiritual Culture of the Andes

9 days

$2,815〜 /per person (based on double occupancy)

• Price
  What's Included

  • Accommodation as stated in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • English/Japanese guide
  • Trains, buses, and transfer vehicles listed in the itinerary
  • Admission tickets to each tourist spot

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  Price
  What's not included

  • International flight tickets and taxes
  • Domestic flight ticket/tax
  • Personal expenses such as travel insurance, souvenirs, and tips

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Itinerary details

• Day 1

  

  Arrival in Cusco, to Urubamba

  A transfer vehicle will be waiting for you at Cusco Airport to take you to your hotel in Urubamba.
  (Travel time from Cusco to Urubamba: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes)
  
  Located at an altitude of about 2,870 meters, Urubamba enjoys a pleasant climate and is an ideal place to acclimatize and reduce the risk of altitude sickness. The afternoon is free, so relax at your hotel and enjoy a peaceful time.
  
  
  Breakfast: × / Lunch: × / Dinner: ×
  Accommodation: La Casona Yucay Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 2

  

  Sightseeing in Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Pans

  ★ Discover Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Pans
  (Guided private tour, duration: approximately 7 hours)
  Begin by experiencing the vibrant Andean weaving culture in Chinchero. Next, visit the Moray ruins, believed to be an agricultural research site of the Inca Empire, featuring concentric terraced fields. Finally, explore the spectacular Maras Salt Pans, where thousands of salt pools spread across the mountainside.
  
  Lunch will be served at a carefully selected restaurant where you can enjoy local flavors and beautiful Andean scenery.
  
  
  Breakfast: Included / Lunch: Included / Dinner: Not included
  Accommodation: La Casona Yucay Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 3

  

  Free sightseeing in the Sacred Valley, then on to Machu Picchu

  Enjoy free time in the Sacred Valley in the morning.
  
  In the afternoon, transfer to the station and board a scenic train to Aguas Calientes. Watch as the landscape transforms from farmland to lush cloud forest.
  ※ Due to limited luggage space on the train, baggage restrictions apply: one bag or backpack as carry-on, maximum weight 5.0 kg (11 lbs), and total dimensions not exceeding 157 cm (height + length + width).
  (Train travel time: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes)
  
  After arriving at the lively village that serves as the gateway to Machu Picchu, enjoy a stroll and rest up for the next day’s highlight.
  
  
  Breakfast: Included / Lunch: Not included / Dinner: Included
  Accommodation: El Mapi Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 4

  

  Machu Picchu sightseeing, then return to Cusco

  ★Machu Picchu sightseeing
  (Guided private tour, duration: approximately 2.5 hours)
  The tour begins with a bus ride from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The moment you first lay eyes on Machu Picchu, you will be overwhelmed by its magnificent ancient architecture and breathtaking scenery. Enjoy a guided tour of the ruins and monuments.
  Whenever possible, we will reserve Circuit 2A, which is part of the classic route and allows you to comprehensively visit the citadel’s iconic areas, including the main temples and central plaza.
  
  After sightseeing in Machu Picchu, you will return to Aguas Calientes by bus, then take the train to Ollantaytambo. From there, a private vehicle will transfer you to your hotel in Cusco.
  
  
  Breakfast: Included / Lunch: Not included / Dinner: Not included
  Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 5

  

  Cusco city tour

  ★Cusco city tour
  (Guided private tour, duration: approximately 3.5 hours)
  Discover Cusco’s rich history, from the origins of the Inca Empire through the Spanish colonial era to the present day. First, visit the majestic Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun) and see the cathedral built atop the remains of an Inca palace. Afterwards, tour the archaeological sites around the city, including the Sacsayhuaman fortress, Qenqo known for its massive stones, the ancient ruins of Pukapukara, and finally the water temple of Tambomachay.
  
  
  Breakfast: Included / Lunch: Not included / Dinner: Not included
  Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 6

  

  Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hiking

  ★Rainbow Mountain Hiking (Palcoyo)
  (Guided private tour, duration: approximately 10 hours)
  Palcoyo offers a peaceful and colorful alternative to the crowded Rainbow Mountain. On this full-day tour, you will enjoy the spectacular Andean scenery, including snow-capped mountains and picturesque villages.
  ・Travel time: Outbound approximately 4.5 hours (breakfast included), return approximately 4 hours (lunch included)
  Difficulty: Easy but high altitude
  ・Walking distance: Approximately 4 km (round trip total)
  ・Walking time: Approximately 45 minutes uphill + 30 minutes downhill
  ・Maximum altitude: 4,900 m above sea level
  ・Elevation difference: 200 m
  ・Horse rental: Available on site
  
  
  Breakfast: Yes Lunch: Yes Dinner: No
  Accommodation: Casa Andina Premium Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 7

  

  Cusco to Puno

  After being picked up at your hotel, you will travel by private vehicle to the tourist bus terminal, where your journey to Lake Titicaca begins.
  Board the tourist bus and travel through the beautiful landscapes of the Altiplano plateau. Along the way, you will stop at major attractions such as Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya—the highest point at 4,335 m—and the Pukara Museum, with commentary from your guide. You will also see llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas grazing on the vast Andean plains.
  (Guided international group tour, duration: approximately 10 hours)
  
  Arriving in Puno in the evening, your private driver will meet you and comfortably transfer you to your hotel near Lake Titicaca.
  
  
  Breakfast: Yes Lunch: Yes Dinner: No
  Accommodation: Sonesta Posadas del Inca Puno Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 8

  

  Lake Titicaca Sightseeing

  ★ Lake Titicaca sightseeing
  (Guided international group tour, duration: approximately 9.5 hours)
  Board a speedboat from the port to Taquile Island. Walk along pre-Inca trails while enjoying the island’s magnificent scenery, and visit a family of weavers.
  Afterwards, travel to the village of Santa Maria-Llachon at the tip of the Capachica Peninsula. In this hidden gem, a small Quechua-speaking community will warmly welcome you. Experience their traditional culture and try 'Pachamanca,' a classic Peruvian dish cooked in an underground oven with meat, fish, and potatoes.
  After lunch, you will arrive in a remote area of the Lake Titicaca National Reserve, where you will visit Uros Khapi, the last authentic floating island.
  ※From December to March, if the minimum number of participants (8 people) is not met, we will offer an equivalent alternative plan. Additionally, from January to March, the 'Pachamama' ceremony may not be held due to weather conditions.
  
  Breakfast: Yes Lunch: Yes Dinner: No
  Accommodation: Sonesta Posadas del Inca Puno Hotel or equivalent class

• Day 9

  

  Departure from Puno

  Transfer from the hotel to the airport. Afterwards, you will board your return flight via Lima (domestic flights are not included). Alternatively, you may continue your journey to Bolivia from here.
  
  
  Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
  Accommodation:

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