Peru Express: Lima, Ica and Cusco

06 Days | 05 Nights

Discover the magic of Ica and Cusco on an exciting adventure! Join us on our tour of the hidden treasures of Ica and the magical city of the Incas, Machu Picchu!

Would you like to live a unique and unforgettable experience in Peru? Then don't miss this incredible travel package that will take you to the most iconic and fascinating places in this country. From the warm and enigmatic Ica, to the magical and ancient Cusco, to the wonderful and mysterious Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas. Enjoy the cultural, historical, and natural richness of Peru with quality service and personalized attention.

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This travel package has everything you need for an unforgettable and relaxing experience in Peru. We'll take care of organizing every detail for you: accommodation, transfers, guided tours, tickets, transportation, and much more. All you have to worry about is enjoying yourself while exploring the country's main attractions, such as the impressive Paracas Islands, the Huacachina Oasis, and the mystical Sacred Valley of the Incas, with its landscapes and colorful artisan markets.

And, of course, the trip wouldn't be complete without a visit to the Inca citadel, Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the modern world.

All this and much more awaits you in a package you can't miss. Book now and get ready for an exciting, safe, and unforgettable adventure in Peru!

ITINERARY

DAY 01: “LIMA”

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On the first day after your arrival in Lima, you will be greeted by an agent holding a sign with your name on it. After meeting you, our tour operator will escort you to your selected hotel, where you can leave your belongings and rest.

Depending on your flight schedule, you can explore the beautiful city of Lima.

Overnight stay: Lima

DAY 02: “LIMA - FULL DAY ICA - PARACAS”

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Starting the second day, we'll head toward the city of Ica. Along the way, we'll stop for breakfast, where you can enjoy coffee, natural juices, artisan breads, and a delicious chicharrón (pork rind).

After breakfast, we'll resume our journey to the Paracas docks to visit the impressive Ballestas Islands.

Upon arrival, we'll board speedboats—fast and safe vessels that will allow us to explore the islands' fascinating marine world for approximately two hours. During the tour, we'll observe incredible biodiversity, including sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of guano birds. With a little luck, you might even spot dolphins cruising the Pacific waters.

One of the most mysterious moments of the tour will be a visit to the famous geoglyph known as "El Candelabro," where the guide will share various theories about its origin and purpose.

We'll then head to the city of Ica, where we'll take a short panoramic tour of approximately one hour before arriving at the "Cultur Pisco" restaurant and vineyard. Here, we'll enjoy a delicious lunch and also have the opportunity to tour the vineyards, learn about the pisco-making process, and taste some of the region's finest wines and piscos.

Our last stop will be the spectacular Huacachina Oasis, a true paradise in the middle of the desert. There, we'll board the famous tubular or buggies that will take us to enjoy the Ica dunes on an adrenaline-filled adventure. You can also try sandboarding, sliding from the top of the dunes.

After this exciting experience, you'll have free time to stroll through the oasis, take unforgettable photos, and do some last-minute shopping.

We'll conclude our tour around 5:00 p.m., at which point we'll return to Lima.

Overnight stay: Lima

Meals: breakfast and lunch

DAY 03: “LIMA - CUSCO (CITY TOUR)”

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Depending on your schedule, we will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Cusco.

Upon arrival in the Imperial City, an agent will be waiting for you at the airport reception or bus terminal, holding a sign with your name on it, and will escort you in our tour vehicle to your selected hotel.

After resting, our agents will contact you at the scheduled time to pick you up from your hotel. This will allow us to begin our tour of the city and nearby ruins, such as KORICANCHA (Temple of the Sun), one of the most sacred and important buildings of the Tahuantinsuyu empire.

We continue our tour in our vehicle to the four ruins surrounding Cusco: SACSAYHUAMAN (a large fortress located 5 km from the city), QENQO (a sacred amphitheater, center of worship to the god Puma, and a place where human sacrifices were made), PUCAPUCARA ("red fortress" due to the hue its rocks acquire at dusk), and TAMBOMACHAY (a temple for worshiping water). Our guide will explain all the details and events that accompany these temples. After completing the tour, you can rest at your assigned hotel.

Overnight stay: Cusco

DAY 04: “SACRED VALLEY MACHU PICCHU CONNECTION”

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At the beginning of the fourth day, our vehicle will pick you up from your hotel between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., heading to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The first visit will be to the Pisac Archaeological Park, and then we will visit the typical native market in the town of Pisac, where we will have the opportunity to appreciate the different forms of commerce and handicrafts.

Continuing the Sacred Valley circuit, our next stop will be Urubamba, traveling along the banks of the Vilcanota River. Upon prior arrangement with the guide, a buffet lunch will be served. After lunch, in the afternoon, we will visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress. There, we will have the opportunity to walk through the town and gain an insight into what this archaeological, religious, and cultural center was like during the Inca Empire.

On the way back to Cusco, we'll stop in the town of Chinchero, where we'll observe the alpaca wool production process and also visit the Chinchero Archaeological Complex, where the remains of Túpac Inca Yupanqui's royal estate are located. At the end of the tour, we'll return to Cusco.

Later, we'll board the train from the Ollantaytambo station to Machu Picchu, where our agent will be happy to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Machu Picchu.

Overnight stay: Machu Picchu Town

Meals: Buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley

DAY 05: “DAWN IN MACHU PICCHU”

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At the beginning of the day, you will be transferred to the bus station, where we will board the buses that will take us to the Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu.

After arriving at the Inca citadel, our guide will accompany us and explain its historical significance through the main buildings of the citadel, such as: El Mirador, Temple of the Three Windows, El Intihuatana, the Main Plaza, etc.

At the end of this tour, we will take the bus back down to the city of Aguas Calientes, where you will have free time for lunch.

After visiting the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, you can take advantage of your free time to explore Machu Picchu town, visit its artisan market, or visit tourist attractions such as the butterfly farm or the Manuel Chávez Ballón Museum.

In the afternoon, you will head to the train station in Aguas Calientes. This will take us to Ollantaytambo, and from there, you can travel to Cusco to rest at your assigned hotel.

Overnight stay: Cusco

DAY 06: “CUSCO OUT”

Breakfast at the hotel.

At the appropriate time, transfer to Cusco airport.

INCLUDES:

• Transfers from the airport/bus terminal to the hotel and from the airport/bus terminal
• 2 nights of accommodation in Cusco
• 2 nights of accommodation in Lima
• 1 night of accommodation in Aguas Calientes
• Tours using regular or shared service
• Full-day tour of Ica and Paracas
• City tour of Cusco
• Sacred Valley of the Incas tour
• Round-trip train to Machu Picchu using Expedition service or upgrade to a selected train
• Round-trip tourist bus to Machu Picchu
• Shared service guide/li>
• Entrance tickets to the attractions and Machu Picchu
• Guidance in Spanish or English
• Meals according to the itinerary and breakfast if you choose a hotel

GENERAL CONDITIONS:

• Rates are expressed in US dollars, per person.
• Children under 3 years old are free.
• Children ages 3 to 11 are free.
• Student rates for children ages 12 to 24 (with ID or student ID).
• Guided in Spanish or English.
• Shared service.
• Subject to availability. Does not apply to holidays such as Holy Week, Inti Raymi, Fiestas Patrias, Christmas, New Year's, and other local holidays.
• The order of tours may vary.
• Pickups are provided from centrally located hotels. If the hotel is outside the pickup area, a fee will be added for transfers outside the city center.
• Rates valid until December 2025.
• Rates do not apply during high season (long holidays, Holy Week, Inti Raymi, Fiestas Patrias, New Year's).
• Rates do not include VAT.

TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Small backpack
• Light clothing
• Hiking shoes
• Jacket to keep you warm during the early morning or evening
• Hats or sun hats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Camera