JUNGLE TO TITICACA (11 NIGHTS)

Highlights of Lima

The list of must-see attractions in Lima is as long as a llama neck, however our experienced guides will help you make the most of your time by showing you the best of Lima in your particular areas of interest. Highlights include archeological wonders, colonial jewels, world-class museums, captivating public art, and the most beautiful and photogenic viewpoints in the city. 

Please allow approximately three hours and a half for the entire experience.

Horseback Riding through Maras & Moray

Start your day by heading to the fascinating salt mines of Maras, where seeing the locals mining the salt by hand is a truly unique experience. You will have the option to buy some salt from the source, supporting the local economy and making an excellent souvenir. Continue onto the verdant pastures of Piscuyro to enjoy a gourmet box lunch and to meet your trusty steed, a fine Peruvian Paso horse, With the snow-capped Urubamba mountain range as your backdrop, saunter through the potato, bean, corn, and quinoa fields until you reach the mystical ruins of Moray, terraced depressions in the earth, whose purpose remains uncertain. Although their crop circle-like appearance invites otherworldly hypotheses, it has been suggested that these unusual Inca ruins were actually a sophisticated crop laboratory designed to study the optimum growing conditions for different species. 

Please allow approximately two hours riding and six hours for the entire experience.

Explore Machu Picchu

Meet your guide at the exit of the train station or in the lobby of your hotel for a short walk to the bus station and a 20-minute bus ride up to Machu Picchu Citadel (elevation: 8,000 ft. – 2,432 m.a.s.l.). Scratching the surface of the heavens from its place atop the grandest of mountaintop pedestals, it is easy to lose yourself in the mystique and grandeur of this enigmatic citadel. Soak in the energy and atmosphere of one of the most significant archeological sites on the planet while your guide helps you uncover the secrets behind key areas of interest such as the Sun Dial, the Guard House, the Sacred Plaza and the Temple of the Sun.

Please allow approximately three hours for the guided route and four hours for the entire experience | You must show your passport in order to be allowed to enter Machu Picchu Citadel.

Conquering Machu Picchu Mountain (with local guide)

Begin with a short walk from your hotel and a scenic bus ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu Citadel, located at 2,432 metres above sea level. Accompanied by your local guide, follow the trail to Machu Picchu Mountain—a medium to challenging hike that ascends steadily along well-laid stone steps, some of which align with the ancient Inca Trail. Entry is subject to availability, with the early 7–8 am slot selected unless you request otherwise.

Allow up to two hours to reach the summit, where sweeping views over Machu Picchu and the surrounding valleys reward your effort—a rare vantage point from which to grasp the sheer scale and beauty of the Andes. The descent takes around ninety minutes, completing an active and enriching morning in one of the world’s most iconic mountain sanctuaries.

Please allow up to four hours hiking and up to five hours for the entire experience. | You must show your passport in order to be allowed to enter Machu Picchu Citadel.

Cusco Through a Camera Lens

Wander off the well-trodden path and explore Cusco through a photographer’s lens, guided through the city’s quieter corners and hidden gems. Along cobbled alleys and shaded streets, discover timeworn Inca walls, carved colonial doorways, lively markets and unexpected moments of beauty. Whether you’re capturing textures, light, or daily life, this journey invites you to slow down and see the city with fresh eyes — one frame at a time.

Please allow approximately three hours for the entire experience.