Essence of Peru

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

Cusco is a unique city, was the center of the Inca empire, where the cultural heritage merges with colonial architecture, creating an environment full of history and culture on every corner.

You will have the opportunity to visit the Imperial city of Cusco, World Heritage of Humanity by Unesco, you will visit the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral that preserves inside beautiful works of art and painting of the Cusco school of incredible value, you will continue to the Koricancha or “Temple of the Sun” still preserves inside walls that in the time of the Incas were covered with gold, then we will go to Sacsayhuamán one of the most amazing buildings in the world, we continue to the amphitheater of Kenko, and the water fountains in Tambomachay; as well as a panoramic view of the red fortress of Puca-Pucara.

Overnight in Cusco.

We will start the trip to the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the district of Urubamba, we will visit the town of Pisaq, where we will be able to visit the typical artisan fair, and appreciate the commercialization of products of the locals where you will have the opportunity to acquire a variety of products. Lunch included in a tourist restaurant.
Then we will continue along the banks of the Urubamba River enjoying beautiful landscapes towards the archaeological complex of Ollantaytambo, we will visit the Temple of the Sun, as well as the most interesting enclosures. On the way back to the city of Cusco, we will visit the town of Chincheros to be able to appreciate the weavers demonstrating their skills and explaining the weaving techniques.

Overnight in Cusco.

At the agreed time, the transfer will be made to the Ollanta train station to start the trip to the town of Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, we will have to board a tourist bus that will take us on a 30-minute trip to the Citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We will start the guided tour by visiting the main enclosures of the urban and agricultural area according to the route of the selected type of ticket. At the end of the tour, we will have time to descend by bus to the town of Aguas Calientes for lunch. At the indicated time, we will board the return train.
Reception at the train station and transfer to the corresponding hotel.

Overnight in Cusco.

Departure transfer from the hotel to Cusco airport.

Puerto Maldonado is the gateway to the Peruvian Amazon, surrounded by lush rainforest and rich biodiversity. It stands out for its natural reserves, rivers, and unique experiences in close contact with nature.

Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, we will meet you at the airport. We will start our program, with a bus tour, through the city. Then we will go to the Puerto Capitanía, where our boat will be waiting for you in which we will sail along the lower Madre de Dios River, until we reach our Lodge.

On the way, you will be able to observe a little of the fauna and flora of the destination, as well as rural properties for agricultural and livestock activities near the city. Upon arrival at our lodge, you will be greeted with a tropical drink from the area, then you will be taken to your bungalow. Once settled, you will be able to enjoy your lunch.

Cocha Caimán

In the afternoon, you will be driven by our guide through a marked trail to the Cocha Caimán, a small lagoon where you will have the possibility to observe the black caiman and white caiman, which live off the abundant water fauna of the cocha. Upon returning to the lodge, you will enjoy your dinner and have free time at the bar which has a board game room.

Overnight in Puerto Maldonado.

You will start the day by having breakfast at the lodge and then continue with the excursions.

Lake Apu Victor

We will start a walk into the forest to higher areas, to descend to a flood zone with another type of vegetation. Along the way, you will identify species of fruit, forest, and medicinal trees that sustain animal and human populations in the Amazon forests. Among the main species that we can observe are primates, rodents, reptiles such as iguanas, amphibians and birds such as the blue macaw and parakeets.

We will arrive at Lake Apu Victor which is surrounded by large swamps and gigantic trees. You will enter the Amazon viewpoint (observation platform), from which you will enjoy a panoramic view over the lake, observing parrots, macaws, toucans, herons and other animals such as caimans, turtles, among others.

Back at the lodge, you will enjoy your lunch.

Monkey Island

In the afternoon, accompanied by our guide, we will visit Monkey Island, which has a variety of flora and is home to numerous specimens of primates, such as the maquisapa, the capuchin and the puffin and lion. In addition to other species of small mammals such as the coati, the squirrel and a huge variety of colorful birds. We will finish with our visit to the island by watching the sunset. Back at the lodge, you will enjoy your dinner.

Overnight in Puerto Maldonado.

Breakfast at the lodge and then we will return to Puerto Maldonado.

*Please note that activities and excursions are subject to change according to weather conditions at the time of your visit.