Cuzco to Lima Express Travel Pass
Cuzco to Lima Express Travel Pass
Cuzco to Lima Express Travel Pass
12 Days Starting in Cuzco, Peru and ending in Lima, Peru
Visiting: Cusco, Cuzco, Puno, Uros Floating Islands, Taquile Island, Arequipa, Chivay, Yanque, Colca Canyon Trekking Edgar, Patapampa, Nazca, Ica, Huacachina, Paracas, Islas Ballestas, Lima
Tour operator:
Tour code:
47136
Group Type:
Independent
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
18-90
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in Peruvian culture by travelling from Cuzco to Lima by way of Lake Titicaca, colonial Arequipa, mysterious Nazca, hidden Huacachina oasis and Paracas. Enjoy a scenic day tours on Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, Ballestas Islands and go on a sand-buggy ride in the desert.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cusco
Market & Cooking Class with a Local Departure Time: 9:00, 15:00 Duration: 4 hrs Our Cusco Culinary cooking experience starts at San Pedro Market (at door number 1), with a visit to this historical and traditional local market. We will try some of the most exotic fruits of Peru, the best chocolate, local cheeses, and traditional bread. After that, we will walk to our cooking studio, a traditional house from 1922, that is part of the world heritage Cusco center. We will start our cooking classes preparing the national drink of Peru, passion fruit Pisco sour. Then, we will prepare three traditional Peruvian exquisite dishes and a delicious dessert. Our class is full hands on, and you will take part in all the preparation. After we finish we will enjoy all the food, and you will have a great Peruvian meal. After the class we will also send you the recipes, so then you can share your new talent, as a Peruvian chef, with your family and friends. NOTE: To know your food requirements is very important. Our dishes are easy to be converted into vegetarian, so if you are vegetarian or Vegan this is the perfect class for you. This experience includes alcohol. Only guests who meet the legal drinking age will be served alcoholic beverages.
Day 2: Cuzco, Peru
Location: Cuzco, Puno
Cuzco to Puno Type: Bus (Overnight) Time: 22:15 Duration: 7 Hours Transfer from Cuzco to Puno
Day 3: Puno, Peru
Location: Puno, Uros Floating Islands, Taquile Island
Lake Titicaca Day Tour Departure Time: 06:40 Duration: 8 hrs This tour begins between 6:00-7:00 am with a transfer from your Puno City Center hotel to the port. Then by motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather, 25 individual seats) we visit the Uros floating Islands. Stepping on them feels very much like a water bed (but it is quite safe). We see the houses, the islands and meet its friendly habitants. Uros people are descendants of one of the oldest South American groups. Rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged. In the mornings these islands can be crowded. We visit two of the 60 islands before continuing on to Taquile Island. After a relaxed navigation of an extra 2 1/2 hours, getting the chance to enjoy the spectacular views offered by Lake Titicaca, we get to Taquile island. There, lives a unique community. A long path gradually ascending (45 min. hike approx.) will take us to the village, the views are beautiful. Visit the communal cooperative where you will find handicraft textiles of high quality. The views are magnificent. At 2:30 pm approx. we will depart back to Puno City (3 hours return journey). At 5.30 pm we arrive to Puno. On arrival to Puno we will transfer you to your Puno hotel.
Day 4: Arequipa, Peru
Location: Arequipa
Puno to Arequipa Type: Bus (Overnight) Time: 22:00 Duration: 6 Hours Transfer from Puno to Arequipa Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Arequipa.
Day 5: Arequipa, Peru
Location: Arequipa, Chivay, Yanque, Colca Canyon Trekking Edgar, Patapampa, Arequipa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Colca Canyon Day Trip Departure Time: 2:45, 3:00 Duration: 14 hrs We will pick you up between 02:45 and 03:00 a.m. and drive you for 3 hours north west of Arequipa to Chivay, the capital of the Colca Canyon, behind snow-covered Chachani. We'll arrive at Yanque village and have breakfast there. Then we continue driving for another hour and a half to the most popular Condor viewing location, "the Cross." From here, we can see the canyon's depth and the Condor's flight. Beautiful traditional villages like as Yanque and Maca, colonial churches, kind people dressed in traditional needlework clothes, and hundreds of pre-Inca terraces still in use with Andean crops such as corn, quinoa, and kiwicha, among others, can be found in the area. In addition, we will visit the hot spring pools, for which there is an additional entrance cost, and for which we will have 45 minutes free. Then we'll go to Chivay for lunch, and then return to Arequipa via the highest pass: the sight of the Volcanoes and snow-capped mountains in Patapampa (4,800 m. - 15,000 ft.). Later, at the Pampa Caahuas national reserve, we will observe wild vicuas, alpacas, and llamas, as well as flamingos, ibis, Andean gooze, ducks, and the Andean eagle "Kara Kara." Back in Arequipa around 18:00 hrs.).
Day 6: Nazca, Peru
Location: Arequipa, Nazca
Arequipa to Nazca Type: Bus (Overnight) Time: 21:00 Duration: 9.5 Hours Transfer from Arequipa to Nazca
Day 7: Ica, Peru
Location: Ica
Nazca to Ica Type: Bus Time: 10:00, 12:30, 14:00 Duration: 2.5 Hours Transfer from Nazca to Ica Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Ica.
Day 8: Huacachina, Peru
Location: Huacachina
Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding Departure Time: 15:15 Duration: 2 hrs Welcome to the quaint, quiet and cute oasis of Huacachina with its tranquil lagoon and backdrop of amazing sand dunes anywhere you turn to look. Get ready to cruise to the tops of 500 meter high sand dunes and go rocketing down the slopes in the sand buggy. A roller coaster ride of 360's, sharp turns and steep hills will get your adrenaline pumping before you take your first shot at sand boarding. Strap yourself in tightly, throw your hands in the air and scream away as you are carried over sand dunes in the middle of the expansive desert. You will have the opportunity to sandboard on 3-4 different dunes so you can try your luck. You will take thrilling rides on a basic sandboard by laying face first on the board and letting yourself fly down the dune to see how far (and fast) you can go. Cheer on your mates and don't let anyone shy away from this unforgettable experience. Lastly, you will admire the breathtaking sunset over the vast desert landscape and have the chance to take photos in the golden twilight before racing back to Huacachina.
Day 9: Paracas, Peru
Location: Paracas
Huacachina to Paracas Type: Bus Time: 12:30, 15:00, 16:30 Duration: 1 Hours Transfer from Huacachina to Paracas Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Paracas.
Day 10: Paracas, Peru
Location: Paracas, Islas Ballestas
Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas) Departure Time: 08:00, 10:00 Duration: 2 hrs As you cruise west from the tiny beach town of Paracas, you won't be able to miss the Candelabra geoglyph, a 150m high and 50m wide figure of a candlestick etched into the mountain, rumored to have been an ancient guide for sailors or a connection to the Nazca lines. A short description and time for photos is given before cruising on to the famous Ballestas Islands. Ballestas islands is an excellent opportunity to see large families of over 100 sea lions sleeping on the shores, basking in the sun on the rocks or some barking loudly in efforts to protect their territory. Spot cormorants, the Peruvian booby and Peruvian pelican as well as other impressive varieties of sea bird species and Humboldt penguins nesting together in small groups. Feeling lucky? Watch the waters for dolphins. Apart from the abundant marine and bird life found here, the Ballestas Islands are also very well known for the guano (seabird droppings) deposited on the island over thousands of years which creates a natural reserve of nitrogen-rich fertilizer over 50 meters deep in some areas. The guano came to be Peru's #1 export in the mid-19th century however today the extraction of guano has been regulated to every 10 years. The return trip to Paracas is a quick, very windy, direct boat ride to the dock. You should have some time to take photos of the friendly pelicans that hang out on the shore line beside the dock, do some souvenir shopping or grab a snack before heading on to your next destination.
Day 11: Lima, Peru
Location: Lima
Paracas to Lima Type: Bus Time: 08:05, 12:05, 13:30, 15:05, 16:10, 19:10, 20:10 Duration: 4 Hours Transfer from Paracas to Lima
Day 12: Lima, Peru
Location: Lima
Lima with a Local on a Bike Departure Time: 10:00, 15:00 Duration: 3 hrs We will meet three blocks away from Kennedy Park, where we will cover safety instructions and information about the amazing places we'll visit. Our tour will cover top sights around Miraflores and Barranco, including the Kennedy Park, Huaca Pucllana, Park of love, Larcomar, Bridge of Sights and Plaza Barranco. As you ride, you will enjoy an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean and street art, learn stories and fun facts about the neighborhoods and our culture. Along this tour we will talk about Peruvian food, spots, culture, local history and anything you'll like. When arriving Barranco feel free to ask your guide for a free beer!
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay overnight at the Milhouse Hostel in Cuzco, offering a comfortable and social atmosphere for travelers.
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Transport
Travel between destinations by bus, including overnight journeys from Cuzco to Puno, Puno to Arequipa, and Arequipa to Nazca, ensuring a seamless and efficient travel experience.
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Meals
1 breakfast and 2 lunches are included.
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Activities
Market & Cooking Class with a Local, Lake Titicaca Day Tour, Colca Canyon Day Trip, Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding, Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride (from Paracas), and Lima with a Local on a Bike.
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Guides
English speaking guides included for some of the activities.
What's Not Included
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Other Meals / Drinks
Meals and drinks other than the specified 1 breakfast and 2 lunches are not included.
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Accommodations
Accommodation is not included except for the overnight stay at the Milhouse Hostel in Cuzco.
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Guide throughout the trip
A guide for the entire trip is not included.
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Tips & Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel between destinations by bus, including overnight journeys from Cuzco to Puno, Puno to Arequipa, and Arequipa to Nazca, ensuring a seamless and efficient travel experience.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
Travel between destinations is by bus, including overnight journeys from Cuzco to Puno, Puno to Arequipa, and Arequipa to Nazca.
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What kind of accommodation is provided in Cuzco?
You will stay overnight at the Milhouse Hostel in Cuzco, which offers a comfortable and social atmosphere for travelers.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes 1 breakfast and 2 lunches.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a Market & Cooking Class with a Local, Lake Titicaca Day Tour, Colca Canyon Day Trip, Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding, Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride, and a bike tour in Lima with a local.
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Are guides provided for the activities?
Yes, English-speaking guides are included for some of the activities.
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What is the duration of the Lake Titicaca Day Tour?
The Lake Titicaca Day Tour lasts for 8 hours.
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What can I expect during the Colca Canyon Day Trip?
The Colca Canyon Day Trip includes a visit to the Condor viewing location, traditional villages, hot spring pools, and sightings of various wildlife such as vicuñas, alpacas, llamas, and flamingos.
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What is the highlight of the Huacachina Sand-Buggy & Sand-Boarding activity?
The highlight is cruising to the tops of 500-meter high sand dunes and experiencing a thrilling sand buggy ride followed by sandboarding on 3-4 different dunes.
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What wildlife can be seen during the Ballestas Islands Sightseeing Boat Ride?
You can see sea lions, cormorants, Peruvian boobies, Peruvian pelicans, Humboldt penguins, and possibly dolphins.
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What is the duration of the bike tour in Lima?
The bike tour in Lima lasts for 3 hours.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.