The essentials of Peru
2024
Between Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire and Arequipa, the colonial city at the foot of the sacred volcanoes, this circuit will transport you from the waters of the emblematic Lake Titicaca to the heart of the deepest cayon in the world. You will survey the sacred valley and its multiple Inca sites to reach the doors of Amazonia, the mystical Machu Pichu.
Come and immerse yourself in welcoming families and communities to discover their culture and customs. Far from the beaten track, the promise of a trip as breathtaking as unforgettable.
Let yourself be carried away by the experience of your French-speaking guide who will accompany you and ensure a serene adventure rich in exchanges.
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Discovery, Off the beaten track, Nature travel, Multi-destination stay, Local stay.
Best months to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Janvier, Février, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre, Décembre.
You can go all year round.
How to get there?
You can get there by Plane.
TERRES INCAS
From 2500€ / person
Travel suitable for :
Detail of the stay : The essentials of Peru - 13 days
Cusco - Sacred Valley
Steps: Cusco
Welcome to Cusco!
Your guide will meet you directly at the airport and will drive you to your first accommodation in the Sacred Valley.
in the program of this first day, the meeting of the emblematic animal of Peru: the llama as well as its cousins the alpaca and the vicuña.
You will discover then during a walk the cultures in terrace and channels of irrigations vestiges of the Inca time which are always used nowadays.
Maras - Moray
Steps: Maras
Direction the salt flats of Maras and its terraces perched at more than 3000m of altitude where you will learn the process of exploitation of the natural salt.
Then you will go to Moray and its impressive circular terraces used by the Incas, as an experimental agricultural center.
At midday, you will make a stop to picnic in front of one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Andes.
The rest of the afternoon will be dedicated to the visit of the typical village of Chinchero known for its high quality weavings.
Pisaq - Ollantaybambo
Steps: Písaq
During this third day, you will reach the archaeological site of Pisaq, famous Inca agricultural city with impressive terraces.
Then we invite you to know the market of Pisaq, famous for its quality crafts.
In the afternoon we will visit the imposing city of Ollantaytambo, important place of commercial exchanges between the Amazon and the Andes.
Machu Picchu - Vallée tropical
Steps: Machu Picchu
Very early in the morning, board the train, then the bus to reach the city of Machu Picchu.
Explore one of the new seven wonders of the world through the stories and historical knowledge of your guide.
On the way back, we invite you in the Inca way, to relax in the lime baths of Santa Teresa; a unique moment of relaxation in an exceptional setting.
Tropical valley
Steps: Quillabamba
Roast your own coffee or cocoa for your breakfast! This is the atypical experience that awaits you at your host's house!
Stroll through the plantations with the farmers. They will make you discover the cocoa trees, the coffee trees, the banana trees or the coca plant.
The rest of the day will be dedicated to the visit of a tea plantation and factory in order to discover its transformation process.
Return to the sacred valley in the afternoon.
Cusco: the navel of the world
Steps: Cusco
In the morning, direction the archaeological park of Sacsayhuamann, where an impregnable sight on the city awaits you.
The afternoon will be dedicated to the visit of the Koricancha temple as well as the cathedral; one of the most important of the colonial art.
Cusco
Steps: Cusco
We invite you to discover the city of Cusco on foot!
A nice walk through the historical districts of the city; the San Blas district or the 12 angles stone are waiting for you.
We will visit the museum of the history which traces the life of Cusco since the prehistoric time.
To finish, we will go to the central market of the city! Colors and scents guaranteed!
Cusco - Amantani
This day is dedicated to your transfer by bus from Cusco to the legendary Lake Titicaca on board a comfortable bus (10 hours trip).
During your trip we will make several stops to visit the chapel of Andahuaylilas, the temple of the god Wiracocha, the Raya Pass and the visit of the museum of the pre-Inca Pukara culture.
The trip will be done on board a comfortable bus and a private car.
Capachica - Amantani
Steps: Isla Amantani
Board the boat to head to Amantani Island.
Begin the climb to the top of the island, and visit the temple of Pasha Tata and Pasha Mama.
In the evening, we propose to attend a ceremony, offering to the Mother Earth, accompanied by a shaman.
Amantani - Taquile - Puno
Steps: Puno
You will leave for a walk through the picturesque island of Taquile, it is an opportunity to recharge and be in connection with nature.
At noon, we will have lunch at the restaurant of one of the families of the island.
We will then head to the floating islands of Uros to make a stop before reaching Puno.
Cabanaconde
Steps: Cabanaconde
Your tour continues to Chivay, where along the way we will take time to observe the landscapes dotted with lakes, volcanoes and spectacular valleys.
in the afternoon you will continue your journey to the village of Cabanaconde.
We will make a stop at the hot baths of Calera before arriving at your hotel.
Cabaconde - Arequipa
Steps: Arequipa
Get ready to witness the impressive flight of the Condor over the Colca Canyon! A fascinating observation of which you will keep an imperishable memory!
Take the road back to Arequipa.
Arequipa
Steps: Arequipa
Arequipa!
Colonial city with white houses, it is surrounded by three volcanoes, including the famous Misti which rises to more than 5822m!
We will visit the city as well as the convent of Santa Catalina declared the most beautiful religious building of Peru registered in the UNESCO heritage.
