Breakfast & Day Briefing
Depart Home for Lima, Peru
Arrive in Lima, Peru
Airport Transfer
On-ground Briefing
Orientation Walking Tour - The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency.
Lima Walking Tour (Depending on your Time of Arrival) - Follow your tour leader on a nice walk along the coastal cliff walkway to Paraque Amor and enjoy the sculptures at the park.
Welcome Dinner
Overnight in Lima
Early Morning Flight to Puerto Maldonado in the Amazon Rainforest
At our Partner Tourist Office we Leave our Bags in Secure Lockers and Take a Small Duffel Bag (provided) With us for Our Two Nights in the Jungle - Hop on a motorboat and head down the river with your English speaking guide. After disembarking at our jungle lodge we will have time to relax and soak up the scenery.
Overnight in Jungle Lodge
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Boat Ride to an Oxbow Lake (approx 30 mins) - Here we disembark to go on a trek through the jungle with plenty of stops to see native plants and animals. Depending on the time of year we will take different routes to ensure we get the best chance to spot wildlife. If we are lucky we may spot macaws, swarms of butterflies, monkeys and the giant river otter. The trek can take up to one hour, and depending on the time of year can be muddy so make sure you pack appropriately and come prepared. The lodge will provide gumboots for your trek to keep your feet dry.
Optional: A second walk to a viewing tower above the tree canopy where you can spot even more animals. It is a whole different picture of the jungle you can admire from the heights.
Overnight in Jungle Lodge
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Early Transfer to the Airport to Catch a Flight to Cusco
Transfer to the Hotel
Orientation Walking Tour - We will point out the top tourist spots, museums, best restaurants and amenities.
Chocolate Museum - Here we can sample some delicious locally made chocolate.
Overnight in Cusco
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Transfer via Private Minivan through the Sacred Valley to Pisac - Along the way we will stop to explore Sacsayhuaman and to see flocks of alpacas and llamas. We will check out the artisan market in the town and you can browse for local artisan souvenirs.
Traditional Pachamanca Lunch with Local People - Here the food is cooked in an earthen oven - a celebration and blessing for Mother Earth.
Explore Ruins on the Mountain Overlooking Pisac and Learn about the Ancient Incas
Last Stop in Ollantaytambo - Here we will visit an archeological site and see a viewpoint above the city which boasts stunning views of the valley
Overnight in Ollantaytambo
Hotel Pick Up at 4 am to Catch the Train in Ollantaytambo at 6:10 a.m. to km 104 - Along the train journey, you will see spectacular views of the farmlands, snow-capped mountains and the mighty Urubamba river, one of the sources of the Amazon river. At km 104 (altitude of 2,100m), we will begin our trek.
Hike to Machu Picchu - Once you have everything you need, we will provide you with a packed lunch and take a group photo, before visiting our first Inca site. After a tour and first introduction to the Incas, we will begin hiking upwards, as we head for the Inca Trail. If the weather is clear, we'll have tremendous views of Machu Picchu, the Urubamba River and other surrounding Inca sites.
After hiking for thee hours, we will reach the most beautiful Incan site on the Inca Trail, Wiñay Wayna (Forever Young) at 2,700m. Most people do not get the opportunity to see an elaborate water fountain, temples and some agricultural terraces, which provide a perfect opportunity to learn about the history of the Incas. The backdrop of this site drops off a cliff, with views of the beautiful mountains surrounding the area. From Wiñay Wayna, we will walk to the Sun Gate, where we will see the picturesque landscape of Machu Picchu. After taking in these once-in-a-lifetime views, we will begin our descent to Machu Picchu.
A big advantage of this hike, is that by the time we reach Machu Picchu, most of the day travelers will have returned home, so you will have the area to yourself.
Bus to Aguas Calientes
Overnight in Aguas Calientes
Early Start to Catch the Sunrise at Machu Picchu - You will have a guided tour with your expert English speaking guide who will bring the Lost City of the Incas to life for you. Enjoy your time exploring and take plenty of pictures!
Bus Back to Aguas Calientes
Free Afternoon
Late Afternoon Train Which to Ollantaytambo
Minibus to Cusco
Overnight in Cusco
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Free Day in Cusco
Overnight in Cusco
4 am: Pick Up From Your Hotel in Cusco by Bus and Drive about 3 hours to the Start of the Trek - Enjoy the sunrise and scenery from your private transport, or sleep a little bit longer.
7:00 am: Breakfast While the Crew Prepares for the Trek (you can also rent a horse if you prefer not to hike)
Hike to the Rainbow Mountains (about 2 to 3 hours to the viewpoint) - We recommend you bring both rain and sun protection. Take your time to enjoy the journey and various landscapes, and we’re sure to encounter some llamas and alpacas!
10:00 - 10:30 am: Take in the Wonderful View of the 7 Colored Mountains - Your guide will also explain some of the history and geography of this area. After about half an hour, we trek back to our starting point
Lunch at the Hike Starting Point (at around 12h30 - 1pm)
Minivan Back to Cusco (Arrival at 5 pm)
Farewell Dinner and Program Closing
Overnight in Cusco
***The hiking path will not be too steep but we do reach high altitude (maximum 17,000 feet) so the difficulty will not only depend on your level of fitness but also on how well you’ve acclimatized and react to the altitude***
Early Morning Transfer to Cusco Airport
Flight to Lima
Lima City Tour
Afternoon Transfer to Lima Airport
Depart Lima, Peru for Home