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Enjoy some of the world’s most breathtaking vistas in beautiful Peru. Starting off with a short city break in Lima, the nation’s capital, you’ll learn about its history and take in its most important sights. Next stop, the mountains! You’ll visit the famous Inca Citadel Machu Picchu, recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, and have the option to climb Huayna Picchu or the Machu Picchu Mountain. Discover the secrets of the ancient Andean culture and then trek to Vinicunca, the Rainbow Mountain. Here you’ll see South American Camelids, the snowy mountain range of Ausangate, and step into the peaceful Red Valley. Peru’s mountain ranges are a must for anyone who loves the heights, offering a cultural experience you’ll never forget!
We’re delighted to welcome you to Lima, our capital city. One of our guides will meet you at the airport, with transfers arranged to your hotel. You’ll have the chance to rest or take in the beautiful vibe of the city, before meeting your tour leader for an in-depth brief, covering your adventures ahead. Take in Lima’s nightlife and culinary delights and enjoy an overnight stay before the tour begins in full on day two!
Stretch those limbs and let’s get started! You and Lima are about to get acquainted. The day begins with a trip to Huaca Pucllana, the city’s most sacred place. See this great clay pyramid in Lima’s Miraflores district and discover its history as a ceremonial and administrative center. Move on to explore the city’s downtown and colonial heritage, visiting some of the city’s oldest streets and treading in the footsteps of the Spanish Conquistadors. Take in the Government Palace, Plaza Mayor, the cathedral and beautiful San Martin Square, before winding down in the sublime culture of Barranco, Lima’s bohemian quarter. Take a moment to catch your breath, before transferring to the airport for the next stage of your journey. Travel to Cusco — the land of mountains — and get a taste of what lies ahead for the rest of your adventure!
It’s time to get your mountain legs ready! After a short train ride to Calientes — the village at the base of the mountain — you’ll soon be at the Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu, built around 1450 AD. Named as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007, you’ll spend the morning on the platform at 2,430m and learn all about the secrets of ancient Andean culture. Marvel at a city built without mortar or the aid of modern tools. More daring adventurers will have the (optional) chance to scale the peaks of either Machu Picchu or Huayna Picchu Mountain, for a bird’s-eye view of the sanctuary. In the afternoon, catch the train back to Cusco and recharge your batteries for the big day ahead.
Set your alarm for a 5 am start and enjoy the fabulous dawn colors as they bathe the nearby mountains. You’ll be taken to Cusipata for a breakfast stop, then the journey continues to Fulawasipata to begin the walk. Look out for the snowy mountain range of Ausangate as you set off, and climb the slopes to the top of the 5,000m Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, or Mountain or Seven Colors. There’s nowhere else in the world quite like this, with the rock’s unique mineral make-up giving the mountain layers-upon-layers of color. You’ll have the option to extend your walk further, with a short trek to the Red Valley, before retracing your steps and setting off for some rest and happy memories.
Following an overnight stay in Cusco, board your flight to take you back to Lima. Once at Jorge Chavez Airport, you’ll be able to catch your international flight back home. Cherish your experiences in Peru’s magical mountains and get planning your next adventure with us!
