OPEN DEPARTURE DATE THROUGHOUT 2026 – 2027
PERU 9 DAYS 8 NIGHTS LIMA – PARACAS – HUACACHINA – PUNO – CUSCO
Discover the cultural diversity of a country brimming with both cultural and natural riches. Over 9 days, you will traverse various regions—from the «City of Kings,» Lima, to the Huacachina oasis, nestled in one of the driest deserts on Earth—journeying across the Andean high plateau and into the heart of the Andes mountain range, before finally reaching the wonder of the world: Machu Picchu.
Embark on a journey filled with the vibrant colors and cultural nuances of one of the world’s greatest civilizations: the Incas!
Arrival of your international flight; upon arrival, a representative from our agency will be waiting for you at the airport, holding a sign with your name on it.
Private transfer from the airport to the hotel.
– Overnight at a hotel in Lima.
5:00 – 5:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Miraflores.
Departure for Paracas.
9:30 AM: The first stop is the pier, where you will pass through a SERNANP checkpoint before boarding a boat bound for the Ballestas Islands. You will spend approximately two hours exploring this marvelous marine world. We begin by stopping at the geoglyph etched into the sand known as «El Candelabro» (The Candelabra), where your guide will explain the various theories regarding its purpose.
We continue our journey, enjoying the sea breeze, until we reach the islands, where we will be surrounded by abundant marine life. Sea lions, Humboldt penguins, countless guano-producing birds, and—if we are lucky—perhaps even a curious dolphin await us. A truly unique experience! Following this unforgettable adventure, we will board our vehicle for the one-hour drive to the city of Ica, arriving at the «El Catador» winery. Here, we will enjoy lunch and participate in a delightful tasting of local wines and piscos.
Next, we head to the Huacachina Oasis, where sand buggies await to take us on an exhilarating ride across the endless dunes of Ica. You will also have the chance to go sandboarding from the very top of the dunes. After this adrenaline-filled experience, you will have plenty of time to stroll around the oasis, take photos, and do some last-minute shopping.
5:30 PM: We begin our return journey.
10:30 PM: Approximate arrival back at your hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to the Lima airport in time for your flight to Juliaca–Puno.
Upon arrival of your domestic flight at the Juliaca–Puno airport, we will be waiting for you—holding a sign with your name—to take you by private transport directly to your hotel.
The afternoon and evening are free for you to acclimatize to the altitude; we recommend getting plenty of rest, avoiding excessive walking, and drinking lots of water.
Check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Early in the morning, we will visit the floating islands of the Uros—a community seemingly lost in time that preserves its ancestral customs. We will also visit the two main islands on the Peruvian side of the lake, Taquile or Amantaní, where you will discover the traditions and way of life of a people who have maintained their original social structure and governance. It is a unique experience, set against some of the most breathtaking landscapes you will ever see.
Return by boat to the port of Puno.
Transfer from the port to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel; private transfer to the Turismo MER terminal.
7:30 am: Boarding at the private Turismo MER terminal.
9:30 am – 10:00 am: Visit to the Pukara Lithic Museum (30 minutes).
11:10 am – 11:20 am: Stop at the highest point of the route, La Raya (10 minutes).
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm: Buffet lunch at La Pascana restaurant, Sicuani (45 minutes).
1:30 pm – 2:10 pm: Visit to the Raqchi archaeological complex (40 minutes).
3:20 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit to the Church of San Pedro Apóstol, Andahuaylillas (40 minutes).
5:00 pm: Arrival at the private terminal in Cusco.
Private transfer from the terminal to the hotel.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Between 6:40 and 7:00 AM, we will depart for a full-day excursion in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will visit beautiful villages and archaeological sites, including Chinchero, the Maras salt mines, the agricultural laboratory of Moray, and Ollantaytambo.
You will see stunning landscapes featuring snow-capped peaks, mountains, and picturesque agricultural terraces.
We will make a stop in the town of Urubamba for lunch at an excellent local restaurant.
At the end of the tour, we will remain in the town of Ollantaytambo and head to the train station to travel to the town of Aguas Calientes.
The train journey takes approximately 2 hours; along the way, you will see the landscape transform into high-altitude jungle (the «eyebrow of the jungle»).
Upon arrival at the Aguas Calientes train station, hotel staff will be waiting to escort you to your hotel.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Aguas Calientes.
-Early breakfast at the hotel, followed by a 5-minute walk to the bus station to head up to the Machu Picchu archaeological site.
-A visit to the archaeological site, lasting approximately 2 to 3 hours, where you will enjoy dreamlike views, learn about its enigmatic history, and take stunning photos of this one-of-a-kind place.
-Bus descent at the scheduled time.
-Return by train to the Ollantaytambo station.
-Transfer via shared transport to the city of Cusco (dropping off at the Inca Rail office), located very close to your hotel—you can either walk or take a taxi from there.
-Evening at leisure.
– Departure between 4:15 AM and 4:45 AM, heading toward the “Mountain of Colors” (Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain). Breakfast will be provided en route.
– We will enjoy a delicious, traditional lunch typical of the Cusco region.
– A hike of approximately 2 hours (one way) to the Mountain of Colors, located at an altitude of over 5,000 meters. The trek is truly worthwhile; however, good physical health is required, as the high altitude makes the hike quite demanding. The photos you will be able to take up there are absolutely stunning.
A spectacular view.
– Return to Cusco, arriving near the Plaza de Armas and close to your hotel.
– Evening at leisure in Cusco.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Private transfer from the hotel to the airport for your flight to Lima, followed by your international flight.
END OF OUR SERVICES
INCLUDES
– Daily breakfast
– 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Lima
– 1 night’s hotel accommodation in Aguas Calientes, Cusco
– 3 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cusco
– 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Puno
– Shared transport: Lima – Paracas – Huacachina – Lima
– «Route of the Sun» (Ruta del Sol) bus service, including a buffet lunch
– Private transfers: Ica – Huacachina – Ica
– Tour of the Ballestas Islands, Paracas National Reserve
– Dune buggy and sandboarding tour in the Huacachina desert
– Full-day Machu Picchu tour (with a private guide)
– Sacred Valley of the Incas tour, including a buffet lunch
– Rainbow Mountain tour, including lunch
– Transfers to all tours
– Private airport–hotel transfers in Lima, Cusco, and Puno
– Admission ticket to Machu Picchu
– Tour of the Uros and Taquile Islands, including lunch
– All entrance fees for the archaeological sites and tours mentioned
– Round-trip tourist train: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes (The Voyager by Inca Rail)
– Round-trip bus service: Cusco – Ollantaytambo
– Round-trip shuttle bus: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu
– Flights: Lima–Cusco and Puno–Lima (luggage not included)
NOT INCLUDED
International flights, transfers from the Inca Rail office to the hotel, meals not mentioned, gratuities, or extra activities. Entrance fees along the «Route of the Sun.»
PRICES BY CATEGORY
*Prices valid up to 60 days before your travel date.
COMFORT:
– 1 PERSON: $1,632 (single room)
– 2 PEOPLE: $1,359 each (double room)
– 3 PEOPLE: $1,286 each (triple room)
TOURIST:
– 1 PERSON: $1,790 (single room)
– 2 PEOPLE: $1,401 each (double room)
– 3 PEOPLE: $1,321 each (triple room)
VIP:
– 1 PERSON: $2,002 (single room)
– 2 PEOPLE: $1,505 each (double room)
– 3 PEOPLE: $1,354 each (triple room)
PREMIUM:
– 1 PERSON: $2,216 (single room)
– 2 PEOPLE: $1,665 each (double room)
– 3 PEOPLE: $1,603 each (triple room)
If you would like to upgrade to a more exclusive service on the train:
– 360° View Train (round trip) + $90 per person
*Hotels may vary; in the event of unavailability, another hotel with an equivalent star rating will be assigned.
*The circuit for entry into Machu Picchu is subject to system availability; tickets will be purchased based on what is currently available.
HOTELS BY CATEGORY
CUSCO HOTELS
COMFORT: Monasterio del Inca, Antawasi, Eureka
TOURIST: Taypikala, Yabar Hotel, Raymi, HSA Internacional
VIP: Tierra Viva, HSA El Dorado, Inkarri
PLATINUM: HSA Plaza, Los Portales, Tariq, Casa Andina Catedral, Costa del Sol
PUNO HOTELS
COMFORT: Hotel Qelqatani
TOURIST: Hotel Intiqa
VIP: Casona Plaza, La Hacienda Puno, La Hacienda Plaza
PLATINUM: Casa Andina, Tierra Viva
AGUAS CALIENTES HOTELS
COMFORT: Machu Picchu Adventure House
TOURIST: Ferre Boulevard
VIP: Inti Punku, Hatun Inti, Golden Sunrise
PLATINUM: Taypikala, Tierra Viva, Casa Andina
LIMA HOTELS
COMFORT: El Patio, Casa San Martín
TOURIST: Tambo 1, Casa San Martín, Tambo 2 de Mayo
VIP: Tambo 2, Tierra Viva, Ibis
PLATINUM: Del Pilar, HSA Exclusive, Jose Antonio Executive, Casa Andina Select
*Prices may increase during Holy Week, national holidays, or New Year’s.
*Last-minute bookings may also be subject to a price increase due to the cost of the included domestic flight.
BOOKING POLICIES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
A 50% deposit is required to secure a booking; the remaining 50% is due one month before the trip.
Cancellations are non-refundable.
For cancellations made within 15 days of the trip, penalties will apply, and it may be possible to change the date.
Last-minute cancellations are considered a «no-show.» The agency is not responsible for, nor does it assume any obligation regarding, accidents, damages, illnesses, death, or delays that may occur during the trip. Furthermore, the agency assumes no responsibility for events beyond its control—such as acts of God, strikes, weather conditions, earthquakes, or political situations—that may lead to cancellations, changes, or delays. In such cases, the client shall bear all additional expenses incurred. The agency is likewise not liable for the loss of flights, accommodation, or travel arrangements resulting from the aforementioned factors.
The agency reserves the right to cancel or modify the scheduled itinerary if it deems such action necessary for the better delivery of services and/or for the safety of the travelers.
It is the passengers’ responsibility to ensure they possess the appropriate documentation, including passports, visas, travel insurance, required vaccinations, and properly arranged luggage, among other requirements.
SEMILLA TOURS shall not be held liable for any delays or expenses arising from inadequate, expired, or missing travel documents.
