Magical Peru 10D/9N

After breakfast, take a scenic drive through modern Miraflores and San Isidro, admiring the pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana pyramid. Journey to Lima Historic Center (UNESCO World Heritage Site) to explore the Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Cathedral, and the atmospheric underground catacombs of San Francisco Convent. Conclude with panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean from the Miraflores boardwalk.

Private transfer to Lima Airport for your morning flight to Puerto Maldonado. Board an Amazonian motorboat for a 45-60 minute cruise along the river to your eco-lodge in Tambopata. After a gourmet local lunch, visit Monkey Island to observe diverse primate species roaming freely. At dusk, embark on a thrilling night boat safari along the Tambopata River to spot caimans before dinner.

Embark on a short river crossing and a scenic 3 km rainforest trail to pristine Lake Sandoval. Board a silent paddle canoe to glide across the mirror-like waters, viewing hoatzin birds, diverse monkey troops, and with luck, giant river otters and black caimans. At night, participate in a guided jungle night walk to discover nocturnal biodiversity, colorful frogs, and exotic insects.

At 5:30 a.m., ascend to the Canopy Walkway hanging bridges 30 meters above the jungle floor, observing toucans, macaws, and raptors at eye level. Return for breakfast and transfer to Puerto Maldonado airport for your flight to Cusco. Arrive in Cusco (3,400 m.a.s.l.) and transfer to your hotel to rest, sip coca tea, and acclimatize.

Enjoy a gentle morning resting and acclimatizing. After lunch, begin your City Tour at the Qorikancha Temple of the Sun. Continue to the monumental megalithic fortress of Sacsayhuamán, the ceremonial site of Qenqo, the military checkpoint of Puka Pukara, and the pristine water shrines of Tambomachay.

Explore Chinchero and its living Andean weaving heritage, followed by the agricultural amphitheaters of Moray and the dazzling salt ponds of Maras. Savor an exquisite buffet lunch in Urubamba. In the afternoon, tour the living Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo before boarding the scenic Expedition train along the Urubamba River to Aguas Calientes.

Board the morning shuttle bus up to the cloud-forest sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Enjoy an immersive guided tour exploring temples, terraces, residential quarters, and royal squares while uncovering its profound spiritual history. Descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch at leisure, then board the return train to Ollantaytambo followed by private transfer back to Cusco.

Early departure at 4:20 a.m. to Cusipata for an energizing buffet breakfast. Drive to the trailhead and embark on a 45-60 minute gentle hike to the summit of Vinicunca (5,030 m.a.s.l.) for breathtaking 360-degree views of the striped mineral peaks and Mount Ausangate. Optional detour to the Red Valley. Return to Cusipata for lunch and arrive in Cusco around 5:20 p.m..

At the coordinated hour, our executive transport will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to Cusco Airport, arriving 2 hours prior to your flight, concluding a truly unforgettable Peruvian expedition.