Upon arrival in Lima, the capital of Peru, our team will be prepared to provide all necessary assistance, thus ensuring comfort and tranquility at each stage.
Services Included:
- Reception at disembarkation
- Support during hotel check-in
- Delivery of general information about tours and activities in Lima
After check-in, a brief orientation will be provided about the day’s program, main tourist attractions, recommended restaurants and shops. We recommend resting for a few hours to renew your energy and thus make the most of your free afternoon.
Optional Tour Suggestions:
- Magic Water Circuit — A spectacular nighttime show of lights, colors and music in Lima’s largest water fountains
- Pachacámac Archaeological Complex + Barranco — A thousand-year-old sanctuary dedicated to the god creator Pachacámac, combined with a visit to the charming neighborhood of Barranco, known for its art, culture and beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean
Overnight: Lima
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 9 AM to 12:30 PM (approximately) — After breakfast, we will discover Lima’s tourist attractions. We will start our tour by visiting Parque del Amor (Park of Love), where there will be a moment to take beautiful photos with a romantic setting and ocean views. Next, we will continue with a panoramic visit to the external part of Huaca Pucllana. Then, we will head towards the Historic Center of Lima, where it will be possible to appreciate the famous Paseo de la República (Casa Roosevelt), San Martín Square and Mayor Square. During the journey, we will also observe important buildings such as the Government Palace and Cathedral Basilica, among others.
We finish the tour with a visit to the Church and Convent of San Francisco, where you will find impressive underground crypts. At the end of the tour, we will return to the hotel. Free afternoon to discover the best restaurants and thus experience Peruvian gastronomy, so well regarded internationally.
Overnight: Lima
Breakfast at the hotel.
We will then arrange a transfer to Lima airport to depart for Jaén. Upon arrival, we will receive you and take you, in a modern and comfortable bus, to the Gocta Lodge hotel (located in Cocachimba, Chachapoyas), where you can enjoy its comfortable facilities and excellent food. You will have an incredible view of the Gocta Waterfall, called by locals “La Chorrera,” an impressive waterfall of 771 meters, discovered in 2002 by German Stefan Ziemendorff, who realized its existence while exploring some sarcophagi located on the opposite side of the Utcubamba valley, in the Amazonas department.
Important Information:
- Flight Lima to Jaén: 1h 34m (737 km)
- Bus Jaén to Chachapoyas: 3h 50m (200 km)
- Appropriate months to travel to the Amazon: June to November, but tourists are welcome all year
- Climate: dry season June to September, semi-dry October to December and rainy January to May
- What to bring: waterproof hooded jackets, warm clothes for the evening, non-slip sandals, binoculars, wide-brimmed hat, walking stick, sunscreen, small backpack for excursions
Overnight: Gocta Lodge
Breakfast at Gocta Lodge hotel, with an impressive view of the Gocta waterfall.
At 10:30 AM, we will pick you up from the hotel to begin a guided hike to one of the world’s highest waterfalls, the impressive Gocta Waterfall. Appreciate the landscape and dense flora of the high jungle, where beautiful species live, such as hummingbirds, rock birds, yellow-tailed monkeys and more species among local birds and animals. The hike lasts approximately 5 hours, round trip. After the adventure, we will return to the hotel for lunch and continue enjoying the facilities and the impressive view it offers.
Important Information:
- Gocta Lodge to Gocta Waterfall on foot: 5 hours (round trip)
- We are not responsible for costs incurred by unforeseen events, such as natural disasters or strikes
- The order of excursions will be modified whenever considered necessary for your safety
Overnight: Gocta Lodge
Breakfast at Gocta Lodge hotel.
At 10:30 AM, we will pick you up from the hotel to depart for Nuevo Tingo, a city located one hour away by car. We will continue, the tour in cable cars or teleferico, to the tourist stop, from where we will make a 30-minute hike to reach the fortified citadel of KUELAP, an imposing archaeological complex of the pre-Inca Chachapoyas culture, located in the mountainous jungle of the Amazon, which served as a defense against some ethnic rebels due to its location and structure. We will visit its walls for 2 and a half hours. Later we will return to the cable car boarding platform, continuing to the city of Nuevo Tingo, where we will have lunch at the Sabores de Utcubamba restaurant. Finally, we return to Chachapoyas, approximately at 5 PM.
Important Information:
- The Kuelap Cable Cars suspend their services for each determined period of time for maintenance; consult at the time of booking
Overnight: Chachapoyas
Breakfast at the hotel.
We will leave at 8:30 AM from Chachapoyas to the city of Lamud, a trip that takes about 1 hour by car and then we will continue to the Quiocta cave. Extensive cave, which maintains inside rock paintings, utensils, ceramic remains and bones. Here we will enjoy the tour for 1 and a half hours. Next, we will return to Lamud to enjoy a delicious lunch. We will continue our journey by car to the city of Cruz Pata, from where we will make a 40-minute hike to observe the sarcophagi of Karajía. Funerary tombs, nestled beside a cliff. Finally, we will return in our vehicle to the city of Chachapoyas, approximately at 6:30 PM. Free evening.
Overnight: Chachapoyas
Breakfast at the hotel.
We will arrange your transfer from Chachapoyas to Jaén airport, a 4-hour excursion, to check in and return to Lima and continue your journey to the city of Cusco. Upon arrival in Cusco, our team will be waiting for you to take you to the hotel, where you can experience the famous Coca tea, which helps with acclimatization. We will assist you with check-in, and also give you valuable tips such as: main tourist attractions, best restaurants, reliable exchange houses, shops for shopping, etc. We advise you to rest, so you can later enjoy your free time to walk through the city.
⚠️ Note: During tours and trekking in Cusco, we now have Starlink satellite internet on board our transport.
Overnight: Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 9 AM to 11 AM (approximately) — We will have a tour of the Historic Center with our local guide. Our starting point will be the Plaza de Regocijo, located near the Plaza de Armas of Cusco (exclusive courtesy service for our clients only).
From 1 PM to 6 PM (approximately) — We will conduct the Archaeological City Tour. Our reference point for the beginning will be in front of the Church of Santo Domingo, located near the Qoricancha, which means Wall of Gold or Temple of the Sun, here will be our first stop. We will continue with a visit to four other archaeological sites: The Sacsayhuaman Fortress, famous for the celebration of Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun); continuing to Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay, the famous Inca shower. Before we finish the tour, we will make a special stop to interact with Peruvian llamas and alpacas. Our return to Cusco is scheduled for around 6:00 PM, on the way back, our team can drop you off at the hotel or at the main square of the city.
Overnight: Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel.
From 8 AM to 5 PM (approximately) — The long-awaited day has arrived to take the tour that precedes Machu Picchu! In the morning, we will depart to the famous Sacred Valley of the Incas. Soon we will make our first stop at the Taray viewpoint to appreciate the grand view of the Sacred Valley. Following the itinerary, we will visit the Pisac Archaeological Center, accompanied by our guide. We will also visit a jewelry shop in Pisac to learn about the symbolism and mysticism present in each handcrafted piece. We will leave Pisac heading to Urubamba, where we will make a stop for lunch. Then we will continue to Ollantaytambo, one of the most beautiful examples of Inca urban planning.
At the end of the tour, we will board the train at Ollantaytambo station bound for Aguas Calientes on a journey of approximately two hours. Upon arrival, our team will be waiting in the main square of Aguas Calientes, with a sign identifying your name, to accompany you to the hotel. Aguas Calientes is a charming town, located approximately 2,040 meters altitude.
Overnight: Aguas Calientes
Finally, the most anticipated day has arrived!
On this day, we will visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the impressive Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu. Our team will be at your service early on, accompanying you from the hotel to boarding the bus (the time will be adjusted according to your ticket). During the tour, our professional guide will share the secrets, histories and mysteries in a guided tour lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. After the guided visit, you will have free time to explore the site comfortably. At the end, the guide will inform you of the exact time to return to the town of Aguas Calientes, from where you will board the train again bound for Poroy or Wanchaq stations, close to the city of Cusco. Our team will be waiting upon arrival to provide your return transfer to the hotel.
Exclusive Optional Services:
- Lunch at the Sanctuary Lodge Hotel — Located near the gates of the Inca Citadel
- Return train in “Vistadome” car — An unforgettable panoramic experience, with large windows that allow you to admire all the beauty of the Sacred Valley
- Return train in the Premium “Vistadome Observatory” or Inca Rail 360° car — With onboard service, observation car and live cultural presentations
- Entrance to Huayna Picchu Mountain — A stunning trail with a privileged view of the entire Machu Picchu complex
Overnight: Cusco
Breakfast at the hotel.
At the agreed time, we will transfer you from the hotel to the airport for check-in on your return flight to Brazil. We ask that you be ready at least two hours before your boarding time, ensuring that the transfer occurs punctually. Thank you for traveling with us! We hope to see you again soon to experience new unforgettable experiences with our Machu Picchu travel packages.
Important Tip:
If your flight from Cusco to Lima is leaving in the afternoon, take advantage of the morning to visit the city’s museums such as: Contemporary Art Museum and others. Don’t worry about admission fees, they are all covered in your Integral Tourist Ticket! Additionally, if you wish to make better use of your time, it is possible to take half-day tours with private service, ideal for learning more about Cusco in a personalized and comfortable way.
Important Note on Check-in and Check-out:
For hotels in Lima, Chachapoyas, Cusco and Aguas Calientes, check-in time is at 1 PM and check-out is at 10 AM.
If you are interested in:
- Early check-in (early hotel entry)
- Late check-out (departure outside standard hours)
These options are subject to hotel availability and may incur additional costs. To confirm these and other information, we recommend consulting with your travel consultant.
