PAT ESP 51233 - CUSCO DREAMED & THE AMAZON JUNGLE

Upon arrival our staff will be waiting for you to transfer to your selected hotel.
Between 13:00 and 13:30 hours, our staff will pick you up from the hotel to start the tour of the colonial city, built on the bases of Inca palaces. On the tour we will visit the Main Square, the Temple of the Sun, also known as Qoricancha, and the Cathedral of Cusco, where we can see beautiful paintings and sculptures. Then we will continue to the archaeological centre of Sacsayhuaman, a multipurpose place where the Sun, the Moon and the Earth were worshiped, and which was also used as a military fortress and an astrological centre. Later we will arrive at Q’enco, a cult centre related to the fire element. We continue with Puca Pucara, a place used as a supply centre and Inca checkpoint, where wind ceremonies were also held. At the end of the tour we will arrive at Tambomachay, centre of cult to water and fertility. Return to the hotel and spend the night in Cusco.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the train station to begin the excursion to the Sacred City of Machu Picchu declared by UNESCO as Cultural Heritage for Humanity and chosen as one of the new seven wonders of the world.
The train takes us to the town of Aguas Calientes, from where we will go by bus to the Archaeological Centre and we will start the guided tour that lasts approximately 2 hours. During the tour you will find temples, palaces, squares and streets of military and agricultural areas. The beauty of Machu Picchu is exalted by the extraordinary scenery where it is located. Around the citadel, the National Reserve covers an area of 32.500 hectares and includes a constellation of archaeological monuments which, in our opinion, were built as part of the Machu Picchu complex and not in isolation. At the indicated time we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes, where we have lunch included and where we will board the train back to the city of Cusco. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel.

At the coordinated time we will transfer you to the train station to begin with a tour to the mysterious sacred city of Machu Picchu, known as one the World Wonders and declared Cultural Heritage of Mankind by UNESCO.

The train will transfer us to the town of Aguas Calientes. From which we will ascend by bus to the archaeological center and being with a guided tour that has a duration of approximately of 2 hours. During our visit we can appreciate temples, squares, houses, barns, as well as the great biodiversity that exists in the exteriors. It´s worth highlighting that the beauty of Machu Picchu is exalted by the extraordinary scenery in which it´s located, having been built in harmony with nature, as a tribute to life.

Machu Picchu is a place that offers a beautiful view of the mysterious architecture, which emanates energies that can only be felt there. Around the city there´s 32,500 acres of National Reserve that includes a constellation of archaeological monuments that were likely part of the city.

After the visit, we will descend to the town of Aguas Calientes, also known as the Town of Machu Picchu, were we will have a lunch programmed, return to Cusco afterwards. Upon your arrival to the station, our personnel will be waiting, ready to transfer you to your hotel.                 (B.L.)

For this day you will be able to choose the excursion of your preference. Visit the famous Raimbow Mountain (Vinicunca) or the beautiful Humantay lagoon.

RAIMBOW MOUNTAIN (VINICUNCA)
We will pick up you from your hotel at around 4.30 hours and then we begin with our amazing one-day adventure and set out on a drive through the South Sacred Valley. The drive to the trailhead at Quesiuno (4,326 m.a.s.l.) is 3 hours and along the way there are amazing views of farming Inca terraces, valley´s and Rocky Mountains.
Once we reach the train-head, we start off on our hike following a lovely stream. You will be immediately surprised by herds of alpacas and llamas. Having consistent views of the Ausangate Mountain, we hike through villages and interact with the local people who are still keeping the culture alive.

After a total hike of 3 hours (approx.) we finally reach our destination: The Rainbow Mountains (5,020 m.a.s.l.). After being awed by their beauty, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just soak up the environment. We will spend approximately 45 minutes at the top.
At this point, we hike back down the way we came. The hike will take 2-3 hours. Our private vehicle will be waiting for us when we return. Lunch on the road.
We will embark on the 3 hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your hotel in Cusco. Approximate arrival time is at 19.00 hours.

HUMANTAY LAGOON

Between 04:30 and 05:00 we will pick you up from your hotel to start our tour, to the village of Mollepata, located in the lush valley of the Apurimac River. Once there, we will enjoy a tasty breakfast and then continue our trip to Soraypampa (3900 m.a.s.l), base camp for those who make the trekking to the snowy Salkantay, and from where the walk starts from 1.30 hours, until you reach Humantay Lagoon. The walk has a low / moderate difficulty, but any effort will be more than rewarded with the magical view that the environment gives us. Once in the lagoon, we will have enough time to rest, take pictures, make our offering to the Pachamama, and for the bravest, they can try to bathe in the lagoon. Then we will begin the descent, back to Soraypampa, where a delicious hot lunch will be waiting for us. Return to the city of Cusco, arriving at approximately 18:00.

Breakfast at the hotel. At the arranged time we will transfer you to the airport to board your flight to Puerto Maldonado. Upon arrival, our staff will be waiting to transfer you to the pier and begin the navigation through the Amazon Rainforest to our lodge. Depending on the accommodation category chosen, for this day you will have included a box lunch on the way or lunch at your lodge.
Reception at the lodge and free time to rest. After an introductory talk with your explorer guide, we will start a short walk to recognize the main species of flora and fauna found in the primary forest. Dinner.

Breakfast at the lodge. The activities for this day may vary depending on the accommodation category chosen.
In order to have more options to observe the endangered giant otters, it is necessary to wake up very early and head to a nearby lake. Along the way, our naturalist guide will explain to us about the main ecosystems of the tropical forests, as well as the great diversity of fauna species that can be seen in the surroundings. Return to the lodge and lunch.
In the afternoon, after a break, we will continue with activities in the hotel surroundings. Dinner.

Breakfast at the lodge. At the arranged time, we will transfer you back to Puerto Maldonado airport to continue with your itinerary.