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Welcome to Lima! As soon as you arrive at the airport, prepare to meet your local guide, who will seamlessly transport you to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.
Get to experience the beauty of the modern and colonial parts of Lima today! Known as The City of Kings, the excursion begins in the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro, passing along a "huaca," or sacred pre-Inca site, before heading to the Historic Center. You'll be able to capture photographs of the spectacular colonial architecture around the Plaza de Armas as you stroll down some of the city's most important historical streets. You'll also get a unique opportunity to go inside a historic structure that has been a beacon in Lima for decades. Then, visit the impressive Convent of Santo Domingo, an awe-inspiring building in colonial style. After that, proceed to the Larco Museum, where you can see the unparalleled treasures of Ancient Peru's private collection.
Today, take in the splendor of Cusco, a colonial city built on the ruins of incredible Inca structures. Get up close, explore, and feel the history as you visit the famous highlights Cusco is known for: the Temple of the Sun (Koricancha), San Pedro Market, the Cathedral, and the Inca Fortress of Sacsayhuaman, one of the most spectacular architectural complexes created during Inca times.
Begin the day with a journey to the direction of the Maras salt mines, an incredible location where you will see how the best salt in the world is extracted: Maras salt. Along the way, stop at the Raqchi viewpoint for a breathtaking glimpse of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Take in the beauty that the sight has to offer. Then proceed to the Misminay community. The local community will greet you with music and traditional dances upon your arrival. You will also be able to learn about the lifestyle of the Andean families here by participating in some of their everyday activities for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Then you'll sit down to a wonderful and traditional meal made using locally sourced ingredients. Following that, you will go to Moray, a remarkable ancient site with massive concentric terraces that the Incas utilized as a botanical laboratory.
Ready for today’s adventure? The day is dedicated for you to explore and visit one of the most important energy centers in the world: Machu Picchu. Enjoy this unforgettable experience with a professional local guide who will impart to you all the history that surrounds this mysterious and enchanting place. Once the guided experience is over, the rest of the time here is yours to explore the site on your own, to relax, or to meditate. Then, you will descend to Aguas Calientes for lunch and board the train later that afternoon for the return trip.
The day is yours to explore more about Cusco. Experience a day of unforgettable adventures as you explore picturesque landscapes, breathtaking views, quaint towns, and local wildlife. Vinicunca's Rainbow Mountain is not to be missed!
Today marks the end of your wonderful experience in Peru. After breakfast, prepare for your transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
