The Sea and the Andes

Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
 
Tour Description:
An excellent combination of an archaeological, cultural and relaxing tour at one of the best beaches of Peru, in which you will be able to visit destinations such as Lima, Peru's capital and its colonial architecture, the city of Cuzco and its numerous vestiges, visit the Inca's Sacred Valley and its archaeological monuments, the majestic Machu Picchu citadel, ending the tour by enjoying a couple of relaxing days at Mancora to enjoy the peaceful environment.
 
Tour Type: Archaeological, cultural
 

Day 1: ... / Lima

Reception and transfer from Airport to the Hotel.
Overnight at your hotel in Lima.
 

Day 2: Lima

Guided tour around Lima and the Historical Center, with typical traits of the Colonial times, such as the Government Palace, the Main Square, located in the heart of the city, the City Hall, the Cathedral and the San Francisco Convent, a fascinating display of colonial art, considered World Cultural Heritage. Your visit will continue around the residential districts of San Isidro and Miraflores, entertainment and tourist centers, ending your tour at Larcomar where you will enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.
Overnight at your hotel in Lima.
 

Day 3: Lima / Cusco

Reception and transfer from Hotel to the Airport.
Airline ticket from Lima to Cuzco Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Cusco.
Tour around the magical city of Cuzco, visiting the historic Main Square and the Cathedral, both of colonial style, as well as the Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, ancient adoration Inca centre for the Sun God. The tour will continue with a visit to the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, built entirely of perfectly fitted carved stones and where the Inti Raymi celebration takes place every year. You will also visit ancient Inca centers such as Kenko, labyrinth in Quechua, where several ceremonies and rituals took place; Puca Pucara, with vigilance spots or "tambos" along the Inca Trail; and Tambomachay, also know as the Inca Baths, the Inca tribute to the liquid element or Unu.
Overnight at your hotel in Cusco
 

Day 4: Cusco / Sacred Valley

Tour to the Sacred Valley Visit the colorful handicraft market of Pisac. Lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, visit Ollantaytambo, Inca fortress built to watch the entrance to the valley.
Overnight at your hotel in Sacred Valley
 

Day 5: Sacred Valley / Machu Picchu / Cusco

Transfer from your hotel to the train station.
Train ride to the Machu Picchu ruins. You'll be taken by bus from the Aguas Calientes train station to the top of the mountain where you can find the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. After the two-three hour guided tour, lunch at a local restaurant.
Back to the Aguas Calientes train station at the appropriate time to take the train back to Cuzco.
Transfer from the train station to your hotel in Cuzco.
Overnight at your hotel in Cusco
 

Day 6: Cusco / Lima

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Airline ticket from Cuzco to Lima
Reception and transfer from the airport to the hotel.
Overnight at your hotel in Lima.
 

Day 7: Lima / Piura - Mancora

Transfer from the hotel to the airport. Airline ticket from Lima to Piura Reception and transfer to your hotel in Mancora.
At your arrival you and your partner will be welcome buy the hotel staff. You can check-in and then you can start enjoying the beach, swimming pool and all the facilities that the hotel has to offer you. Overnight at your hotel in Mancora
 

Day 8: Mancora

American breakfast at your hotel and then free day to enjoy the hotel and the beach.
Overnight at your hotel in Mancora
 

Day 9: Mancora

American breakfast at your hotel and then free day to enjoy the hotel and the beach.
Overnight at your hotel in Mancora
 

Day 10: Mancora - Piura / Lima

American breakfast. Last day to wake up early in the morning and enjoy the beautiful beach before your departure.
Transfer from your hotel in Mancora to the airport.
Airline ticket from Piura to Lima
Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
Overnight at your hotel in Lima.
 

Day 11: Lima / ...

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
 

• All entrance fees and transfers to the excursions
• Guides on all excursions on the language of your choice
• Lodging
• All ground transportation
• All transfers to and from the airport in private service
• Train ticket Cusco - Aguas Calientes - Cusco
• Bus ticket Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes
• Second Entrance to Machu Picchu
• Domestic flights
• All breakfasts
• Lunches at Sacred Valley-Cusco and Machu Picchu

• International flights
• Airport taxes (US$ 31.00 for International flights and US$ 6.82 for domestic flights)
• Meals not mentioned