Andean Trilogy, Private Tour
Andean Trilogy, Private Tour
Aguas Calientes, Peru
$2032
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Andean Trilogy, Private Tour" and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Peru. Begin your journey in Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where colonial history meets modern vibrancy. Discover the natural wonders of the Ballestas Islands, home to sea lions, dolphins, and the rare Humboldt penguin. In Cusco, the ancient Inca capital, marvel at the blend of pre-Columbian and Spanish architecture, and visit archaeological sites like Sacsayhuamán. The highlight of your adventure is Machu Picchu, the enigmatic "lost city of the Incas," nestled in the Andes. Enjoy private transfers, guided tours in multiple languages, and a choice of accommodations from 3-star to 5-star hotels, ensuring a comfortable and enriching experience. With roundtrip train service to Machu Picchu and a mix of cultural and wildlife experiences, this tour offers a comprehensive glimpse into Peru's fascinating past and vibrant present. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : ARRIVAL LIMA
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar
Arrive at Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting to greet you at the airport and the transportation service will transfer you to your hotel at the scheduled time. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure in Lima, the capital of Peru and a city steeped in history. During Colonial times, the Historic Centre of Lima, known as the “Ciudad de los Reyes” (City of Kings), was the political, administrative, religious and economic centre for the Spanish in Peru. The historical centre is a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. Lima is now a modern metropolis and is currently undergoing an exciting process of cultural and economic change. Take the opportunity to rest and recover after the flight or head out into the city for your first glimpse of life in Peru´s sprawling capital city. Alternatively, you can book our optional Magic Water Circuit with Dinner: Magic Water Circuit with Dinner (private basis):A modern system of fountains certified as the largest in the world by the Guinness World Records. Built-in Exhibition Park, the Magical Water Circuit attracts crowds during summer and winter, being one of the new favorite attractions of Lima. See yourself and enjoy our water cruise that is followed by a unique gastronomical experience at a restaurant, accompanied by a delicious dinner.Notes: Private service. Not available on Sundays and Mondays. Start time: 17:30 hours. Duration 4 hours. Includes Pick-up and Drop-off, Bilingual guide (Spanish and English), Admission to Magic Water Circuit, and Dinner Overnight in Lima. ...more ...less
Day 2 : LIMA
Location: Lima, Larco Museum, Lima, Casa de Aliaga, Lima, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Government Palace, Lima, Cathedral of Lima, Larcomar Shopping Centre, Lima
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today breakfast at the hotel is followed by a tour of the city of Lima. The route begins at the Larco Museum of pre-Columbian art. Housed in a former mansion, itself built on the site of a seventh-century, pre-Columbian temple, the museum boasts a very complete collection of gold and silver articles, pottery, and erotic art. Continue on to Casa de Aliaga, the oldest Colonial mansion in Lima. The house has been owned and lived in by the Aliaga family and their descendants since conquistador Franzisco Pizarro granted the land to his trusted ally, Jerónimo de Aliaga in 1535. The tour will then guide you through the colonial centre of the city. Visit the impressive Plaza de Armas, the city’s central square and a showcase of Spanish colonial architecture. The Government Palace occupies the north side of the square and the magnificent, sixteenth-century Cathedral of Lima is located to the east. Choose to finish the tour at the Larcomar Shopping Centre, an outdoor mall built into a sea cliff featuring 17 restaurants and over 70 shops, or to return to your hotel to put your feet up. Rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 3 : LIMA – ICA – PARACAS (370 km – 5,5 hrs)
Location: Lima, Ica, Huacachina Lagoon, Paracas
Accommodation Name: San Agustin Paracas or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, then transfer from your hotel in Lima to the bus station to travel to the city of Ica. Upon arrival, you will visit the Plaza de Armas of the city and the main streets of Ica Antigua and Moderna. Then you will have a panoramic tour of the temple of the Lord of Luren. Visit an artisan winery where you will have a full explanation of the elaboration of wine and Pisco with its respective tasting. You will also visit the Regional Museum of Ica where you will appreciate the evolution of the five most representative cultures of the region such as Paracas, Nazca, Wari, Ica, Chincha and Inca. Finally, you will visit the Huacachina Lagoon also called “the Oasis of America” where you will appreciate the wonderful desert landscape surrounded by impressive dunes. At the end, you will be transferred to your selected hotel in Paracas.Overnight in Paracas.
Day 4 : PARACAS - BALLESTAS ISLANDS - LIMA (265 Km - 3.5 hrs)
Location: Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Paracas Candelabra, Lima
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, head to El Chaco pier to embark on a boat ride to the Ballestas Islands. The Ballestas are a collection of rocky islets with beautiful geographical formations, just a few kilometres off the western coast of Peru. The islands are the ideal habitat for various species of birds and an eclectic mix of larger wildlife like seals, boobies, pelicans, sea lions and the endangered Humboldt penguin. Cruise around the islands’ dramatic cliffs and watch large herds of noisy sea lions relaxing on the rocks, birds stretching their wings and, if you’re lucky, dolphins near to your boat. While you will not disembark onto the islands, you will get startlingly close to this impressive array of wildlife. As you sail, you will also pass the Paracas Candelabra, a huge geoglyph that has been dated to around 200 BC, although the purpose and the creator of this three-pronged carving remain a mystery. At the end of your boat tour, you will take the bus back to Lima where you will spend the night at your selected hotel.
Overnight in Lima.
Day 5 : LIMA - CUSCO (90 Min by flight)
Location: Cusco, Santo Domingo Convent, Cusco, Coricancha, Cusco, Cusco Cathedral, Cusco, Sacsayhuamán, Cusco, Qenqo, Cusco, Puka Pukara, Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, then take a transfer to the airport to fly to Cusco. You will be met by one of our representatives in Cusco who will transfer you to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the former capital of the Inca Empire. The tour begins at the Santo Domingo Convent, a building constructed on the site of Coricancha, one of the most important Incan complexes dedicated to sun worship. According to historic records, the original temple walls depicted scenes of nature and were covered in gold leaf. After Coricancha, visit the imposing cathedral in the Plaza de Armas, then head to the Cusco hills, where you’ll find the fortress of Sacsayhuamán and panoramic views of Cusco. Continue on to Qenqo, an archaeological site where it is believed the Incas carried out religious rituals to improve harvests. Your tour ends in Puka Pukara, meaning 'strong red' in Quechua. Puka Pukara is believed to be an ancient military site comprising numerous rooms, courtyards, baths, aqueducts and towers. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 6 : CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU – AGUAS CALIENTES (170km – 4 hrs)
Location: Cusco, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes
Accommodation Name: Hatun Inti Classic or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then transfer to the Ollanta station to begin your trip to Machu Picchu. Enjoy the approximately two-hour train ride through spectacular Andean landscapes to Aguas Calientes, also known as "Machu Picchu Pueblo", the last stop before entering the most important archaeological site in Peru. It is believed that Machu Picchu was built for the Inca emperor Pachacútec around 1450 as a holiday residence. The citadel was abandoned just over 100 years later – probably as a result of the Spanish Conquest – although historians have never uncovered why it was abandoned, or how it escaped the destruction that other Inca settlements faced. Instead, the jungle slowly engulfed its stone construction, covering it in a thick vegetation that kept it hidden and protected until the ‘lost city of the Incas’ was brought to international attention in 1911. Your tour will introduce you to the origins of this impressive citadel and guide you around some of its most iconic monuments. At the end of the tour, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and some free time in the afternoon.Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
Day 7 : AGUAS CALIENTES - CUSCO (170 km - 4 hrs)
Location: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, Inti Punku, Inca Bridge, Cusco
Accommodation Name: Tierra Viva Cusco or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, breakfast at the hotel is followed by a relaxing morning at your leisure in Aguas Calientes, where you will find restaurants, bars, shops, and a craft market. Alternatively, you may return to Machu Picchu to further explore this spectacular ancient city (second entrance ticket to Machu Picchu and bus from/to Aguas Calientes available as an optional extra). This day we suggest returning on your own to Machu Picchu to visit the other attractions. Some of the best views of the sunrise can be found by hiking up Huayna Picchu (entrance to Huayna Picchu and bus from/to Aguas Calientes available as an optional extra; subject to space availability), which houses a complex of underground temples, and Inti Punku (the Sun Gate), both more than 300 meters above the citadel itself. Another option is to take the short 30-minute trek to the Inca Bridge, the secret entrance to Machu Picchu used by the Inca army. Built into a spectacular path along a sheer mountainside, the simple plank bridge could quickly be removed to scupper the progress of any unwanted arrivals. In the afternoon, board the train back to Ollanta station where you will be met by the transportation service who will transfer you back to your hotel in Cusco.
Overnight in Cusco.
Day 8 : DEPARTURE CUSCO
Location: Cusco
Meals Included: Breakfast
After finishing your breakfast at the hotel, the transportation service will transfer you to the airport to round off your eight-day tour of some of Peru’s most fascinating sights. Although this is the last day of your journey by sea, land and air through this inspiring country, we are confident that the memories created here will last a lifetime.
Breakfast included.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with English, Spanish, Portuguese or French speaking local guide on a private basis.
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Transportation
Private transfers from and to the airport and train station. Roundtrip train to Machu Picchu in Expedition Service or Vistadome Service depending on the category.
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Entrance Fees and Activities
Admission to all major visits mentioned in the itinerary, including Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Ica tour; Ballestas Islands in Paracas; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay in Cusco; and Machu Picchu.
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Other
Meet & Greet service upon arrival.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Expenses of a personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during meals, meals not stated in the programme.
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Tips
Tips for driver and guide.
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Optional Visits
Optional visits mentioned as not included.
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Flights
International flights to Peru and domestic flights.
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Airport Taxes
International and domestic airport departure taxes.
Please Note
- Day 1: Optional extra Magic Water Circuit with Dinner does not operate on Sundays and Mondays
- Rates do not apply to Peruvians or residents with more than 60 days of stay. If passengers are Peruvians or exceed 60 days of stay, sale taxes (18%) will be collected by our local operator.
- Please note that Check In in most hotels begins at 13:00 hrs. Clients will be subject to the availability of the room if they arrive before, waiting in the hotel lobby.
- Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco must arrive not later than 10:30hrs. Noon arrivals are too late.
- If your trip includes a visit to high altitude cities such as Cusco and Puno located at more than 3400 meters (11 200 feet above sea level), do not forget to take precautions in order to avoid altitude sickness. Passengers who have heart problems or high blood pressure should check with their doctor before travelling.
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEW ENTRANCE REGULATIONS TO MACHU PICCHU
- The current restrictions on visits to Machu Picchu allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel (2 hours and a half accompanied by a guide). If the visitor tours an alternate route (Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu) the passenger will have 3 hours for this purpose, additional to the 4 hours in the citadel. If the passenger wishes to enter the citadel again during the afternoon shift or the next day, he must acquire previously an additional ticket to enter the new shift. There is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.
- To help preserve the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary and maintain its World Heritage status, the Ministry of Culture has designated various visitor circuits. The specific circuit and schedule will be assigned based on availability at the time your reservation is confirmed.
- The following objects are forbidden: professional cameras that require lights and tripods, or with telephoto lenses with a weight higher than 2 kilos (in order to use them, special authorization is needed, as well as the payment of an additional fee), drones, selfie sticks, sprays, high heels, walking sticks without rubber tip, banners and posters, sharp objects and backpacks bigger than 40cm x 35 cm x 20 cm.
NEW PLASTIC REGULATION:
- After prohibiting the access of single use plastic items to 76 natural areas including Machu Picchu, it is important to use reusable bottles.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Carry the same document that you presented to the agency, given that the train tickets and entrance to Machu Picchu will be issued with the same information.
- In all train services to Machu Picchu, the passenger can carry only hand luggage (backpack, bag or briefcase) weighing no more than 5kg / 11lb on the train to/from Machu Picchu. You will find your luggage at the chosen hotel. Allowed size: 62 linear inches 157cm (height + length + width)
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2, 4 Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3 Paracas:
- Standard Hotel Category = San Agustin Paracas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Aranwa Paracas or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Hotel Paracas, A Luxury Collection Resort or similar 5*
Day 5, 7 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 6 Aguas Calientes:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hatun Inti Classic or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi Inkaterra or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Mode of Transport
Private transfers are provided from and to the airport and train station. Enjoy roundtrip train service to Machu Picchu with options like Expedition Service for Standard and Superior categories, and Vistadome Service for Deluxe category.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights' accommodation with options ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels. Stay at Tierra Viva or similar in Lima, San Agustin Paracas or similar in Paracas, and Hatun Inti Classic or similar in Aguas Calientes. Deluxe options include Pullman Lima Miraflores and Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2, 4 Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Day 3 Paracas:
- Standard Hotel Category = San Agustin Paracas or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Aranwa Paracas or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Hotel Paracas, A Luxury Collection Resort or similar 5*
Day 5, 7 Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Day 6 Aguas Calientes:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hatun Inti Classic or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = El Mapi Inkaterra or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo or similar 5*
OPTIONAL EXTRA:
Pre-night in Lima:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = José Antonio Deluxe or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar 5*
Post-night in Cusco:
- Standard Hotel Category = Tierra Viva Cusco or similar 3*
- Superior Hotel Category = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 4*
- Deluxe Hotel Category = Aranwa Cusco Boutique or similar 5*
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is recommended for visiting the coastal areas of Peru, while for the high Andean area the use of warm clothing is recommended. It is not recommended that visitors wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or short clothes when visiting religious temples or official buildings. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see on the Ballestas Islands tour?
During the Ballestas Islands tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including seals, boobies, pelicans, sea lions, and the endangered Humboldt penguin. You might also spot dolphins near your boat.
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What is the significance of the Paracas Candelabra?
The Paracas Candelabra is a large geoglyph that dates back to around 200 BC. Its purpose and creator remain a mystery, adding to its intrigue as you pass by it during the boat tour to the Ballestas Islands.
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What are the accommodation options available during the tour?
The tour offers accommodation options ranging from 3-star to 5-star hotels. In Lima, you can stay at Tierra Viva or similar, with deluxe options like Pullman Lima Miraflores. In Paracas, options include San Agustin Paracas or Hotel Paracas, A Luxury Collection Resort. In Cusco, you can choose from Tierra Viva Cusco or Aranwa Cusco Boutique, and in Aguas Calientes, options include Hatun Inti Classic or Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo. ...more ...less
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What is included in the meals during the tour?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 1 lunch on day 6. Meals not stated in the program are not included.
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What are the transportation arrangements for the tour?
The tour includes private transfers from and to the airport and train station. It also includes roundtrip train service to Machu Picchu with options like Expedition Service for Standard and Superior categories, and Vistadome Service for Deluxe category.
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What are the entrance fees and activities included in the tour?
The tour includes admission to all major visits mentioned in the itinerary, such as Casa Aliaga, Cathedral and Larco Museum in Lima; Ica tour; Ballestas Islands in Paracas; Coricancha, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay in Cusco; and Machu Picchu on Day 6.
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What should I know about the new entrance regulations to Machu Picchu?
The new regulations allow a maximum stay of 4 hours in the citadel, with 2.5 hours accompanied by a guide. If you tour an alternate route like Mountain Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu, you have 3 additional hours. Re-entry requires an additional ticket, and there is no ticket sale in the archaeological zone.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Andean Trilogy, Private Tour
8 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Cusco, Peru
Visiting: Lima, Larco Museum, Lima, Casa de Aliaga, Lima, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Government Palace, Lima, Cathedral of Lima, Larcomar Shopping Centre, Lima, Ica, Huacachina Lagoon, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Paracas Candelabra, Cusco, Santo Domingo Convent, Cusco, Coricancha, Cusco, Cusco Cathedral, Cusco, Sacsayhuamán, Cusco, Qenqo, Cusco, Puka Pukara, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Huayna Picchu, Inti Punku, Inca Bridge ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
134284
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
10-99
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchInterests:
Cultural, History, Rail Tours, Ruins-Archaeology, Wildlife Tours
