Day 1 : Lima

Welcome upon arrival in Lima and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in a double room.

Day 2 : Lima

Discover the main historical sites and architectural monuments of the Peruvian capital. During this "street food" experience, you will taste 13 types of dishes and drinks popular with locals.

Overnight at the hotel in a double room.

Day 3 : Lima - Paracas

Transfer by private bus from Lima to Paracas, with a stop near the magnificent Morón Lagoon, nestled in the heart of the dunes.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 4 : Paracas

Early in the morning, we will embark for the Ballestas Islands, famous for housing numerous birds and marine mammals, including the celebrated Humboldt penguin. We will return to the port around 10 am.

We will enter the desert where the Paracas National Reserve is located and visit its splendid beaches and cliffs. We will spend the rest of the day there before driving you to the hotel.

Free evening to enjoy local seafood at the port, by the sea.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 5 : Paracas - Huacachina

A private driver will take you from Paracas to Huacachina, with a stop at a vineyard where the famous Pisco, Peru's national liquor, is produced!

We set off for an unforgettable buggy adventure through the desert, to our dining and resting spot. An extraordinary experience in the heart of the Huacachina dunes!

After a delicious barbecue, you will spend the night in the heart of the desert. An unforgettable experience!

Overnight camping in the heart of the desert.

Day 6 : Huacachina

This morning, you will depart in a private vehicle for a superb excursion into the Ocucaje desert, to discover the Canyon de Los Perdidos (Canyon of the Lost).

This impressive fault in the heart of the desert invites you to explore it at your own pace, accompanied by your driver.

Your lunch will be served as a box lunch. Return to your hotel in the afternoon.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 7 : Ica - Lima - Arequipa

Transport by private vehicle from Ica to Lima.

Domestic flight from Lima to Arequipa, followed by a transfer to your hotel upon arrival.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 8 : Arequipa, the White Pearl of the Andes

Welcome to Arequipa, the White City of the Andes!

You will enjoy a guided city tour of Arequipa. Nicknamed as such because of its architecture built with sillar, a white volcanic stone, the city was conquered by the Incas who developed flourishing agriculture there. You will be charmed by the colonial constructions, notably the famous Santa Catalina Convent. You will also meet the Juanita mummy, a witness to the Inca cult dedicated to the Apus, protective mountain spirits.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 9 : Arequipa - Salinas Lagoon - Arequipa

This morning, we set off for a full day of exploration of the Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve. You will discover magnificent landscapes of high-altitude desert, lagoons, and salt flats. We will have the opportunity to observe local wildlife, including vicuñas, herds of llamas and alpacas, as well as three species of flamingos.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 10 : Yanque

We leave early in the morning for Chivay, enjoying magnificent views of the volcanoes along the way. We will cross the Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, where we can observe herds of vicuñas. We will then settle into the hotel in a village nestled in the heart of lush green terraces.

In the afternoon, we will go for a short walk in the surrounding countryside. We will visit the ruins of Uyo Uyo, an ancient Inca village, with the option of a detour to the thermal baths. We will also stop at the Añashuayco quarries to observe the work of the stone cutters.

Get ready for an impressive zip-line descent over 2,000 meters long!

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 11 : Yanque

Early in the morning, we will reach the Cruz del Cóndor (Condor Cross), an excellent viewpoint over the Colca Canyon, where we may have the chance to admire the majestic flight of the condors. Afterwards, we will follow the canyon to visit the villages of Pinchollo and Maca.

Back at the hotel, you will have time to rest and, if you wish, to go to the thermal baths.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 12 : Yanque - Chivay - Llachon

Enjoy a free morning to savor the magnificent setting of the Colca Valley before your departure towards Lake Titicaca.

A private driver will take you to Llachon.

Overnight stay with a local family in Llachon.

Day 13 : Llachon

In Llachon, we offer various activities with your host family.

You will take a boat trip to the Uros Titino Islands to discover the life and daily routine of the local people. You will have the opportunity to participate in an artisanal fishing excursion with your host and to kayak on Lake Titicaca. For a cultural immersion, a textile workshop will allow you to discover the way of life of the women of Llachon.

Overnight stay with a local family in Llachon.

Day 14 : Puno - Raqchi - Cusipata

This morning, we depart by private transport to reach the small village of Raqchi, where our hosts will welcome us.

Along the way, we will make a stop at Pukara, with the possibility of visiting the small lithic museum. We will then continue to the Tinajani geological site, where we will admire superb rock formations as well as a Puya Raimondi forest.

Mountain bikes are at your disposal for a descent through the Puyas Raimondi forest. A unique moment in a magnificent landscape.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 15 : Urubamba Rafting

We will pick you up from your hotel in private transport. Our guides will give you all the safety instructions for a rafting adventure of approximately two hours on class III and III+ rapids.

After the adventure, you will enjoy a good meal by the water, followed by a free afternoon or a zip-line session over the Urubamba.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 16 : Raqchi - Cusco

Today, we continue our journey towards the colorful mountains of Palcoyo, where you can admire a unique landscape. We will arrive at our destination at the end of the day.

Mountain bikes will be available for an exciting descent into the canyon!

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 17 : Cusco

In Cusco, we offer various guided tours and tourist activities. We will explore the Inca temples overlooking the city, then the colonial historical center, where the meeting of Andean and Western cultures is expressed in magnificent residences.

Depending on your interests, we will organize a personalized visit to help you discover the city, its museums, churches, and palaces.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 18 : Cusco

TO THE RESCUE OF TUPAC AMARU: Set off today for a 3 to 4-hour Escape Game in the center of Cusco!

The game takes place in the city's historical center and plunges you into the 18th century. Your main mission will be to help free Túpac Amaru, the first to rise up against the occupation and abuses of the Kingdom of Spain in Latin America. You will have clues and objects to solve puzzles and achieve your final objective: free your leader!

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 19 : Moray - Maras - Ollantaytambo

This morning, we will head towards the Sacred Valley of the Incas. We will begin the visit at the village of Chinchero, where we will attend a demonstration in a textile workshop to discover the ancestral techniques of weaving and dyeing. After lunch, we will continue our exploration by visiting the Moray agricultural laboratory, then the Maras salt flats.

After meeting up with our driver, we will end our day in Ollantaytambo, where we will visit the Inca ruins of the village.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 20 : Ollantaytambo - Machu Picchu - Cusco

You will take the train to reach the famous Machu Picchu. Today probably marks one of the highlights of your trip!

You will discover the Inca city, a masterpiece of Inca architecture, classified as a World Heritage site and recognized as one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. You will wander at your own pace through the streets of this city that seems frozen in the past.

Overnight at the hotel in a standard room.

Day 21 : Cusco - Lima

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel to take you to the Cusco airport.

Flight Cusco - Lima.

Ready for the Adventure?

This 21-day tour, designed by the travel agency Pasión Andina, offers you a complete immersion in the heart of Peru, combining adventure, nature, authentic encounters, and exploration of the legendary Machu Picchu. It is an ideal itinerary for an unforgettable family experience.

Key Information About Your Tour

✔ Included

  • Private arrival and departure transfers.
  • Domestic flights according to the program.
  • French-speaking guide for the visits.
  • All accommodation nights with breakfasts, including one with a host family.
  • All entrance fees to sites and attractions (including the General Tourist Ticket).
  • Ground and bus transport.
  • Lunches and dinners according to the days mentioned in the program.
  • Train and bus ticket for the round trip to Machu Picchu.
  • Rental of mountain bike and rafting equipment.

✘ Not Included

  • Tips (Gratuities).
  • International flights.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Meals, drinks, and personal expenses not included in the "Included" section.

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