On this second day of our itinerary «Travel Peru 11 days», we will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you to Lima airport, where you will board a plane that will take you on a flight of 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusco city and, once you arrive we will pick you up to transport you immediately to the hotel, which will be your accommodation for the following days.

Also, you will have the rest of the morning to rest while adapting to the height (3,400 meters/11,000 ft). In the afternoon, we will meet to visit the Inka Museum and discover more about the history of this great culture, raising awareness of the origins and beginnings of the Andean civilizations.

After the tour of the Inka Museum, we will continue with our tour and head towards the Qorikancha Temple, also known as the Temple of the Sun, which today this place remains the pinnacle of the organization, architecture, and religion of the Inka civilization, where it stands out for its construction, which had already reached the greatest advances of its time. This temple is believed to have been the exact representation of the center or “Navel of the World” and therefore the center of the world, as stated by the pre-Hispanic Andean worldview.

After a nutritious breakfast, we will start our day with a tour at the Archaeological Park of Sacsayhuaman, a jewel of Inca architecture, which stands out thanks to its magnificent attributes and colossal rocks, being also considered in the history of humanity as one of the greatest constructions on the face of the earth. Afterward, we will continue the tour with a visit to the Moon Temple, a place of spiritual connection and encounter with the feminine energy of the Moon Goddess. Finally, we will arrive at Tambomachay, an archaeological site destined for the worship of water, which according to several legends was of exclusive use by the Inca elite.

In the afternoon we will move in our private transport to the Sacred Valley, having a stop in Urubamba city to have lunch (not included), to continue the journey until arriving at Ollantaytambo train station, where we will board the train and a great experience in a 2-hour trip through rural villages, vegetation, and incredible landscapes.

Finally, we will reach Machu Picchu citadel (Aguas Calientes) and head to the hotel previously reserved to rest. If you still have energy you can tour this beautiful city and if you wish, you can relax in the hot springs (admission not included).

A special day in the itinerary of «Travel Peru 11 days». So we will wake up very early to have a free breakfast at the hotel and be able to board the bus towards Machu Picchu Inca Citadel, so we can receive the first rays of the sun at dawn, giving us a unique and incredible experience watching how this magical mountain lights up.

Start the guided tour of the Machu Picchu Historic Sanctuary, which will last approximately 2 – 3 hours, and allow us to visit the most important places of the architectonic complex, having enough time to take the best photos and enjoy this world wonder.

Once the tour in Machu Picchu is finished, we will start our return to Aguas Calientes for lunch (not included) and then spend the night in your booked hotel.

Continuing with our itinerary Travel Peru 11 days, in the morning we will board the return train that will take us to Ollantaytambo «The living Inca city», where our private transport will be waiting to transfer you to the Archaeological Complex of Moray. We will be able to know some of the most mysterious and unique sites since this place has some cycled platforms, which according to studies served for agricultural studies by the Incas.

To conclude this great day, we will be transferred to our accommodation in Cusco, allowing us to enjoy the beauty of the city and its majestic constructions since ancestral times.

Today you will be transported to Chinchero, a picturesque town located just 40 minutes from Cusco City, also known as the “Rainbow” village, home to the archaeological site of the Túpac Inca Yupanqui Royal Palace. Here we can admire the very well-preserved Inca walls of the main square, as well as many religious altars. We will also visit the beautiful colonial church, which has works of art and imagery inside.

Afterward, we will know the Textile Center Chinchero, where we will participate in a wonderful introduction and learning of the art of the Andean fabrics, observing the whole process of weaving and natural coloration. Having an incredible afternoon where we will learn about the wisdom of the Andean looms, which have been maintained since long before the Inca culture.

Today we will travel to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, more specifically to the town of Pisaq, taking a stop to visit the Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary, where we can observe many species of native Andean animals such as the puma, the Andean condor, alpacas and many more. Then we will also have a rest in the spectacular viewpoint of the Urubamba river valley, from which you can observe the mountains and towns of this great place.

Continuing with the trip, we will arrive at the Archaeological Site of Pisac and cover it for about an hour and a half. We’ll discover more than one very important Inca citadel, as it served as a control point for the entrance to the valley and also has a large number of platforms, even more than Machu Picchu. After the view of the archaeological complex, we will descend to Pisaq town which stands out for its famous artisan market, in which you will have a prudent time to stroll around the market and interact with many local artisans and acquire the crafts if they wish.

After all the experience, we must return to the transport to start the return to Cusco, to rest very early in the hotel, since tomorrow we expect more adventures of our Peru Travel 11 days.

This day we will continue with our Peru Trips 11 days, that is why during the morning, we will go to the bus terminal of Cusco, from where we will start our trip to Puno. Certainly, this is a special bus trip that will allow us to visit many different places along the way, known as «The Route of the Sun», having stopped in the following places:

• Andahuaylillas: A beautiful town where we will find the Andahuaylillas Temple, which is also considered “the Sistine Chapel of the Americas”. This temple is one of the best examples of the fusion between the Catholic and Andean religions.
• Raqchi: A Inka temple dedicated to the god Wiracocha, construction of monumental dimensions, an estimated 100 meters long, 26m wide, and 14m high. This is the only known temple dedicated to the God Wiracocha, creator of the Universe.
• La Raya: Midway point on our journey and highest point on the road – 4335 m.s.n.m. The impressive views here allow us to admire the rugged high altitude, full of tall peaks, many of which are snow-capped, and herds of llamas, alpacas, and vicuñas. This is the geographic border between two cultures, the Quechua of Cusco and the Aymara of Puno.
• Pucara: This ceremonial center is one of the oldest and most important of the high plains, well known for its lithic structures and tombs.

After all this journey, we will finally arrive at the bus station in Puno, where our transport will be waiting for you, to transfer to booked hotel, where you can rest peacefully.

Our adventure in Puno will start with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, then enjoy a full day of boat trip on Lake Titicaca. We will also visit the ancient culture of the Uros and have the opportunity to walk on their floating islands. The islanders will give us a presentation about their lifestyle and tell us the process of how they were built by the ancient man, who only used reeds of totora that grow on the shores of the lake, learned to adapt and create these small islands, adapting to various climatic conditions.

Continuing along the lake we will arrive at the Island of Amantani, in this place we will meet with «The Quechua Families» who will offer us a cozy accommodation in the style of house stay while they prepare us traditional food for our lunch.

After tasting the delicious lunch we will ascend to the two summits of the island. Likewise, at the island’s top, we will visit two ancient pre-Inca temples, Pachatata and Pachamama (father and mother of Andean cosmology).

Finally in the evening after dinner, the community members will show us a small welcome party, in which we can participate to have a more enriching and complete experience.

After breakfast in Amantani, we will again board a boat to make a short trip to the neighboring Taquile island. Already on the island, we will start a tour through the beautiful cobbled paths towards the community of Taquile, a small and quiet town, very hard working and wise, a culture full of art and tradition in force. Having the opportunity to learn more about their lifestyle, traditions, and customs.

According to your flight time, either in the morning or afternoon, you will coordinate a short transfer from Puno to the neighboring Juliaca city, from where you will start a domestic flight to Lima Airport, so you can start your trip to your country. Thus ending your adventure of our Peru Travel Package 11 days.

In Inkayni Peru Tours we design this great travel package that takes you from the coast (Lima) to the best and most famous places of the Peruvian Andes in Cusco and Puno city. A unique adventure and experiences every day, making the most of your stay in Peru while you immerse yourself in the living Andean culture and all its customs.

Our 11-day Peru Travel package seeks to offer you the best of the Peruvian coast and mountains, having incredible moments while visiting the best archaeological centers of the historic centers of Lima, Cusco, and Puno. Without forgetting the great visit to Machu Picchu, an unforgettable experience. Ending with great moments of cultural experience in the islands of Puno. Achieving a complete experience during your visit to Peru.

As mentioned above in our 11-day Peru Travel Package, in which we will traverse much of Peru, from Lima on the coast to the Andes, our highest point will be reached on the journey from Cusco to Puno, exactly in the Paso de la Raya which is located at about 4,335 meters/14,222 feet, allowing us to have incredible views and landscapes of the mountains and snowy peaks.

Our adventure of Peru Travel 11 days, is carefully designed so that you can acclimate gradually, as we will go from areas with lower elevations and we will go up gradually, this is vital to avoid the famous altitude sickness, in this way the enjoyment of the tour is guaranteed without complications. As for the days of trekking, the trails that we will cross are not challenging or long, so you can travel them easily and safely, as long as we follow the recommendations of our guide.

While it is true that our Peru Travel Package 11 days, was designed to reduce the chances of suffering from altitude sickness, here are some extra tips to prevent altitude sickness more effectively, taking into account the following tips:

• Do not eat heavy food.
• It consumes a lot of water.
• Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking.
• He wears warm clothes.

If you already have symptoms, do not worry, because it is normal that many travelers not used to elevations greater than 3,000 meters, suffer this disease, for which we have the following.

• Consume hot coca and muna mates (only in the morning and afternoon).
• Rest as soon as you feel it necessary.
• Inform your guide in charge.

During the days of stay in Cusco city, in the tour to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, you can leave your luggage that will not be necessary during your journey, in your hotel in Cusco (most hotels provide this service at no additional cost). In case your hotel does not offer this service, we will take care of storing your luggage safely in the facilities of Inkayni Peru Tours.

According to the migration regulations, generally speaking, you do not need a VISA to enter Peru as a tourist, however, depending on your place of origin, there are some regulations if you want to visit this beautiful country.

South America: if you are a citizen of a country like Bolivia, Ecuador, Brazil, etc. You can enter Peru carrying only your identity card or national card in physical form.

Central America: if you come from Cuba, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, you need a Tourist VISA to enter Peru. If you are of another nationality, you should only have a passport valid for no less than 6 months.

North America (Mexico): Mexican citizens do not require a visa (tourist or business) to visit Peru, with a valid passport not less than 6 months you can enter the country. Stay no longer than 183 days.

Spanish-speaking Europe: practically similar to the situation in North America, with the difference that the stay should not be more than 90 days.

Recommendations: it is vital to be very careful not to lose documents such as the Passport or TAM (Migration Card) and it is also to have duplicates of documents as a precautionary method.

While it is true that the dollar is used and accepted in several places in Peru, it is advisable to carry money in Soles (PEN) and above all manage it in cash. Also, a credit card, which can be used for cash advances in case of emergency. For tours in Cusco.

And when you receive local money, if possible order in simple (small bills), because in most towns the economic movement is less and therefore products or services are low cost.

Electric current is 220V, 60HZ AC, and standard plugs accept round inputs. But, many places will have dual-voltage outlets that take flat inputs. As a result, you may need an adapter with a built-in surge protector.

The first thing to remember and prioritize is to pack identification documents and passports. As for the clothes and implements for the trip, we must consider that much of this tour takes place in the mountains and part of the jungle, so having waterproof clothing will be vital, without forgetting to wear warm/thermal clothes to have a more comfortable experience during the nights.

To answer this question, we must remember that the income to the different resorts and services for your tour, are reserved with advance payments to ensure availability. So a refund in full is impossible as it is subject to the booked tour and cancellation date. Check with your sales agent.

During your stay in Peru, from the beginning of the tour to the end, you will have access to the internet (Wifi) in hotels and some restaurants. However, in the archaeological areas and surrounding villages, this service is not common, telephone calls are generally similar. Remember that you are on a journey of discovery and exploration, try to enjoy it to the fullest and forget about social networks.

This will depend exclusively on the country from which you come, so usually if there is a time difference, which is not usually an impediment to the enjoyment of the tour. But since it is a vital point to relieve some uncomfortable travel symptoms, our first day of the tour focuses on giving you relaxation time, so you can take the tour calmly and thus have a great experience.

Peru has three main climatic zones: the tropical Amazon rainforest to the east, the arid coastal desert to the west, and the Andean mountains in the Peruvian highlands. In the Andes, they have altitudes above 3500 m. Therefore, average daily temperatures fluctuate around 10 ° C (50 ° F). In addition, overnight temperatures can reach a freezing state. Consequently, travelers flying directly to Cuzco (3250m), or its high-altitude cities. They should have several days to acclimatize from altitude sickness or soroche which can be a big problem.

On the other hand, from April to November is the dry season in the mountain and plateau (Andean plateau). Then, between December – March is the season when fluvial rainfall occurs. Certainly, it depends on the season in which you make the Peru Travel Package 11 days, it should be prevented.

We recommend travel insurance when making your Peru Travel Package 11 days. Travel insurance can give you peace of mind and protection in case of natural disasters, injuries, diseases, travel cancellations, and other emergencies.

For the Peru Travel Package 11 days, if accommodation is included, based on double occupancy. We can offer double rooms with 2 beds, single or double. If you are 3 travelers we can offer a triple room with 3 single beds or the type of accommodation you prefer. It is necessary to contact our sales agents to provide these details regarding the accommodation type.

On the other hand, if it is a single person, you’ll pay an individual supplement for their accommodation in hotels.

The accommodation we offer in Cusco is the Ayni Cusco Hotel, San Pedro Monasterio, or Similar. In Machu Picchu Pueblo, also called Aguas Calientes, is the Hotel Golden Sunrise or similar.

Being factors beyond the immediate control of the travel agency, these tours are non-refundable. All tours and tours are organized months in advance to secure your entrance tickets for your trip.

We understand that each person has different needs and abilities, but unfortunately, because Machu Picchu will be visited, we cannot operate the tour for people with limited mobility. The safety of our customers is paramount to us.

We recommend that you contact us directly to discuss your specific situation and see how we can help you.