Wonders of Peru and Huaraz 16-Day Tour
Wonders of Peru and Huaraz 16-Day Tour
Are you planning to get an incredible vacation but you just don’t have more than a few weeks? Well, here we tailed a great option! With Viagens Machu Picchu you can get 16- day itineraries through the coast, passing the Andean mountains, and visiting the wonderful Peruvian high jungle!Here’s what to expect: • Explore the modern and colonial city of Lima and learn everything about its history.• Make your way to the northern Peruvian Andes and discover the magic of the Huascarán National Park.• Head down to the coast and desert to uncover its mysteries and awe-inspiring landscapes.• Visit the White City of Arequipa and be spellbound by its natural and urban scenery.• Learn about the millenary cultures of Lake Titicaca.• Experience the legacy of the Incas in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.• Explore the ancient Machu Picchu Citadel and get to know everything about it.
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Jorge Chavez International Airport
Day 2: Modern and Colonial City Tour in Lima & Lima to Huaraz
1 hourPlaza San Martin
Right in the famous Nicolás de Piérola Avenue lies a public space considered as one of the most representative locations of the city of Lima. The San Martin Square was built in honor of General José de San Martín, the general who led the Peruvian independence movement.
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
Also known as Plaza de Armas, it is located in the heart of the Historic Center of Lima. Around the square lie the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima, the Municipal Palace, Archbishop’s Palace of Lima, and the Union Palace.
15 minutesConvento de Santo Domingo
The Church and Convent of Santo Domingo house the remains of the most significant Peruvian saints: Santa Rosa de Lima and San Martin de Porres, the first black saint in South America.
30 minutesHuaca Pucllana
Huaca Pucllana is located in the heart of the Miraflores district and dates back to the 200-700 A.D. The attraction also offers an exclusive dining experience in a renowned restaurant within the archeological site.
El Parque del Amor
The Love Park is visually attractive due to its ceramic benches, its colorful flowers, and above all, the sculpture "El Beso" made by the artist Victor Delfin.
20 minutesParque Kennedy - Parque Central de Miraflores
Day 3: Huaraz | Laguna Paron Trek
20 minutesHuaraz
Upon arrival in Huaraz, our team will take you to the hotel where you’ll try the famous Coca tea, known for helping with any altitude sickness symptoms. Afterwards, we’ll be departing at 08:30 a.m. towards the city of Caraz, the starting point of our adventure to Laguna Paron.
Laguna Paron
Day 4: Lagoon 69 & Llanganuco Trek
4 hoursLake 69
On this day, our departure will be as early as 05:00 a.m. heading north from Huaraz towards the Cebollapampa town, which will be our starting point for the Lagoon 69 trail. You’ll be captivated by the natural beauty of the region and once you get to the lagoon, you’ll see that all that hard work has been paid off.
2 hoursLake Llanganuco
Day 5: Nevado Pastoruri Tour | Huaraz to Lima
2 hoursNevado Pastoruri
Day 6: Lima to Paracas | Paracas National Reserve Tour
6 hoursParacas Nature Reserve
Day 7: Ballestas Islands Boat Tour | Huacachina and Nazca
4 hoursBallestas Islands
On this occasion, we’ll be able to visit another of Peru’s natural wonders on a boat trip! The Ballestas Islands are a group of rock formations and islands located in the Paracas peninsula. They are home to Humboldt penguins, exotic birds, and hundreds of sea lions.
4 hoursHuacachina
Day 8: Flight Over the Nazca Lines | Arequipa
4 hoursNasca Lines
Day 9: Arrival in Arequipa | Afternoon City Tour
3 hoursPlaza de Armas
After lunch, we’ll have our guided tour through Arequipa, known for being the second largest city of Peru and for having the most visually striking historic center. First we’ll visit the beautiful Plaza de Armas of Arequipa, characterized by the impressive colonial scenery that surrounds it.
45 minutesPlaza de Yanahuara
This special spot comprises several arches built entirely of white ashlar and offers panoramic views of the city and three volcanoes that guard the city: Chachani, Misti, and Pichu Pichu.
30 minutesMirador Carmen Alto
There you’ll have sweeping views to Arequipa’s countryside, a special spot surrounded by flourishing nature and pre-Columbian agricultural terraces that remain in use until the current date.
30 minutesParque Acuatico Tingo
This is one of the most popular parks in Arequipa! Here you can get a horseback ride, swim, among other activities. On this occasion, we’ll make a stop here so you can know the place and get some snacks.
45 minutesLa Mansion del Fundador
This colonial mansion holds the legacy of Arequipa’s founder, Don Garcí Manuel de Carbajal. There you’ll appreciate the beauty of the colonial architecture, some of the rooms maintain the same furniture as they did nearly 500 years ago.
45 minutesMolino de Sabandia
Day 10: Arequipa to Puno
45 minutesArequipa
Day 11: Lake Titicaca | Uros Floating Islands and Taquile
6 hoursUros Floating Islands
Our team will pick you up from your accommodation so we can start the adventure. It will take us about 30 minutes to get to the Uros Floating Islands. On the way, you’ll be able to glance at the beautiful scenery of the lake. Once we arrive, you’ll see a group of man made islands where the Uros people live. They will teach you about their customs, traditions, and how they manage to build these totora reed islands.
1 hourLake Titicaca
Day 12: Sun Route Puno - Cusco
2 hoursPuno
On this day, we’ll be heading to Cusco on a tourist bus. On the way, we’ll be able to make some stops to see and learn about the cultures that predated the Incas, as well as actual Inca and colonial structures that will surely make this trip more exciting.
Pucara
Following the itinerary, the so-called Kalisaya ruins await to be discovered! The complex was built by the ancient Pucara civilization, which preceded the Incas and still left a mark in the vast Peruvian highlands.
45 minutesLa Raya Pass
Now it’s time to appreciate the exuberant nature of the region. La Raya is located at 4,335 m.a.s.l. and it offers an outstanding view of the valley and the Chimboya snow-capped mountain. Here you’ll also find an authentic artisan market with the best options for souvenirs!
15 minutesSicuani
After a morning full of history and adventure, you’d surely be hungry! Sicuani is a small town located on the way to Cusco, where you’ll have a buffet lunch and a well-deserved rest before heading out to our next stop.
1 hourParque Arqueologico De Raqchi
Our next stop will be Raqchi, an important Inca settlement located a few hours away from Cusco. The so-called Temple of Wiracocha had an important meaning to the Inca people and occupied a large territory with walls that reached over 10 meters of height.
45 minutesSan Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
Day 13: Archeological City Tour in Cusco
30 minutesPlaza de Armas del Cusco
Enjoy the different sightings within the historic center of Cusco with our local guide on this complimentary walking tour of the city at 9 am.
2 hoursQorikancha
Right at the heart of the historic center lies the so-called Temple of the Sun, the principal worship center of the Inca culture. Here, we’ll have some time to explore the site as well as the current catholic church built on top of its settlements.
30 minutesCusco Cathedral
The Cathedral of Cusco is the perfect example of colonial baroque architecture. As most of the Spanish buildings found in the city center, its foundations are the ancient structure of an important Inca palace.
30 minutesSacsayhuaman
Following the itinerary, the Sacsayhuaman fortress is our next stop. The impressive megalithic structure has withstood centuries of earthquakes and holds stones that can measure up to 5 meters and weigh over 120 tons.
45 minutesQ'enqo
A few meters away from Sacsayhuaman lies another important ceremonial center to the Incas. The Qenqo archeological site was a ritual-based location where, according to historians, rituals and sacrifices took place.
20 minutesPuka Pukara
Going further up the mountains, we’ll find an archeological site with a fortress-like appearance. It is believed that Puca Pucara served as a military and administrative center.
20 minutesTambomachay
Day 14: Sacred Valley of the Incas - Aguas Calientes.
30 minutesAwana Kancha
If you love alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas as much as we do, then this is the place for you! Awana Kancha is an animal shelter and an exhibition of Peruvian textiles.
20 minutesPisac Peru
The Archeological Site of Pisac is located at 3,300 meters above sea level, offering incredible views of its surroundings and the Sacred Valley.
1 hourPisac Market
It is one of the largests local markets in the whole region. The Pisac Artisan Market comprises a diverse cultural expression, where the most talented artisans sell their handmade art pieces.
40 minutesUrubamba
After a whole morning full of history and adventure, now it’s time to take a break and enjoy the famous peruvian gastronomy in a buffet restaurant. At Tunupa Restaurant, you will be surrounded by the soothing sound of the Urubamba River.
1 hourArchaeological Park Ollantaytambo
The small town of Ollantaytambo is one of the perfect examples of Inca urbanism. Its cobbled streets will leave you breathless as well as the Inca open draining system. You will also visit the archeological site, recognized as the only place that defeated the Spanish army during colonization for almost 50 years.
1 hourEstación de Tren
Day 15: Machu Picchu Private Guided Tour - Cusco
Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Our team will pick you up from the hotel to board the bus up to Machu Picchu in the morning. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu’s main entrance. Our professional guide will provide details and information about this wonder of the world, including the mysteries and fascinating facts of the Inca culture. After our time in Machu Picchu, we’ll go back to Aguas Calientes to return to the city of Cusco.
2 hoursPoroy
Day 16: Hotel Transfer to Cusco Airport
15 minutesAlejandro Velasco Astete International Airport
No accommodation included on this day.
2 hoursIncluded
- 01 hotel night in Lima
- 02 hotel nights in Puno
- 03 hotel nights in Cusco
- 02 hotel nights in Huaraz
- 01 hotel night in Paracas
- 01 hotel night in Arequipa
- 01 hotel night in Aguas Calientes
- 01 hotel night in Nazca + Day Use
- Entrance tickets for all archeological sites to visit
- Round trip bus tickets from Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu
- Round trip train tickets to Aguas Calientes
- Private transfers to the airport on each destination
- 24 hour assistance in Spanish and English
- Professional team on all tours and treks
- Personalized concierge and assistance to the needs of your stay
- 12x Breakfast
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 15 nights
- Entry/Admission - Cusco Cathedral
- Entry/Admission - Parque Arqueologico De Raqchi
- Entry/Admission - Nevado Pastoruri
- Entry/Admission - Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
- Entry/Admission - Plaza de Armas
- Entry/Admission - Q'enqo
- Entry/Admission - Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
- Entry/Admission - Puka Pukara
- Entry/Admission - Taquile Island
- Entry/Admission - Qorikancha
- Entry/Admission - Molino de Sabandia
- Entry/Admission - Sacsayhuaman
- Entry/Admission - Laguna Paron
- Entry/Admission - San Pedro Apostol de Andahuaylillas
- Entry/Admission - Tambomachay
- Entry/Admission - Nasca Lines
- Entry/Admission - La Mansion del Fundador
- Entry/Admission - Paracas Nature Reserve
- Entry/Admission - Lake Llanganuco
- Entry/Admission - Convento de Santo Domingo
- Entry/Admission - Ballestas Islands
- Entry/Admission - Pisac
- Entry/Admission - Uros Floating Islands
Not Included
- Travel insurance.
- National or international plane tickets.
- Food and drinks not mentioned above.
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.