10-Day Peru Coast & Mountains Private Tour
Highlights :
- • Diverse Peru: Experience the Pacific coast, desert oases, and the Andean highlands.
- • Adventure & Heritage: A perfect mix of sandboarding, dune buggies, alpine trekking
- • Ausangate Experience: Horseback ride to the Seven Lagoons and relax in natural hot springs.
- • Eco & History: Boat tour to Ballestas Islands for sea lions and penguins
- • Private Tour: Includes accommodation, airport transfers, and private transport.
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[Important Information]
- • Visa Note: Flights via the US require a US visa (Tourist/Transit) for HK passport holders. For visa-free travel, we recommend flying via Europe (e.g., Air France, KLM) to Peru.
- • Altitude Acclimatization: Includes Rainbow Mountain (5,200m). Please assess your physical fitness and consult a doctor regarding altitude medication before departure.
- • No refunds or changes once order is confirmed; confirmation within 3 business days
- • The itinerary or order may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or flights. If attractions are closed, they will be replaced with an equivalent experience.
- • Prices are subject to adjustment due to seasons, exhibitions, blackout dates, and exchange rates, without prior notice.
Recommended Flight Reference
- • Air France: Depart from Hong Kong to Lima via a transit in Europe
- • KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM): Depart from Hong Kong to Lima via a transit in the Netherlands
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• Day 1: Arrive in Lima
Day 1: Arrive in Lima Arrival in Lima and hotel transfer. After check-in, enjoy free time to rest or explore at your own pace. Relax at Parque Kennedy, stroll along the Miraflores boardwalk for stunning coastal views, or dive into the local food scene in South America’s culinary capital. 📍 Stay: Lima
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• Day 2: Lima City Tour
Morning visit to Plaza de Armas to begin your journey through Lima's colonial history. Admire the exquisite, ornate colonial and neoclassical architecture of the Cathedral of Lima, Government Palace, and Municipal Palace.
📍 Stay: Lima
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Day 3: Paracas National Reserve
Depart from Lima and travel south through the coastal desert to Paracas. Visit the Paracas National Reserve, where the desert meets the ocean. Marvel at the unique geological formations shaped by years of wind and wave erosion, visit several Pacific lookouts, and stroll along the distinct reddish-sand beaches to learn about the local natural and cultural history. After the tour, enjoy free time exploring the lively seaside town.
📍 Stay: Paracas
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• Day 4: Islas Ballestas and Huacachina Oasis
Board a boat for the Islas Ballestas, cruising past the mysterious Candelabra Geoglyph etched into the coastal hillside. As you approach the islands, you can observe sea lions, Humboldt Penguins, and a vast array of seabirds in their natural habitat. Afterwards, visit a winery in Ica before heading to the Huacachina Oasis to experience the thrill of dune buggies and sandboarding across the desert.
📍 Stay: Lima
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Day 5: Fly to Cusco
Morning flight to Cusco, the "Archaeological Capital of the Americas" and the heart of the Inca Empire during the 14th and 15th centuries. Today, Cusco showcases a rich fusion of pre-Inca, Inca, and Spanish colonial architecture, reflecting a deep historical and cultural heritage. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour visiting Plaza de Armas, the Sun Temple (Qorikancha), Sacsayhuamán, and several other ancient sites.
📍 Stay: Cusco
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Day 6: Sacred Valley Full Day Tour
First, visit Chinchero to admire its colonial church built upon Inca foundations and its well-preserved Inca stone walls. Then, head to the circular terrace ruins of Moray, believed to have served as an agricultural laboratory for the Incas. The next stop is the Maras Salt Mines, where salt pans carved into the hillside create a stunning honeycomb-like terraced landscape. Finally, explore the Ollantaytambo ruins—the best-preserved Inca town—before taking the train to Aguas Calientes.
📍 Stay: Aguas Calientes
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Day 7: Machu Picchu Full Day Tour
In the morning, take the bus to Machu Picchu, the "City in the Clouds" perched high in the Andes. Wander through the ruins' temples, plazas, and terraces while soaking in the breathtaking panoramic views. Discover the extraordinary achievements of Inca civilization in architecture and engineering through their masterful craftsmanship. Enjoy free time to explore Aguas Calientes and have lunch before returning to Cusco by train and shuttle.
📍 Stay: Cusco
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Day 8: Ausangate Lagoons Horseback Riding Tour
Depart from Cusco early in the morning for a drive to the village of Pacchanta (approx. 3 hours). After breakfast, begin your horseback journey toward the sacred Ausangate mountain. Along the way, visit a local family that raises hundreds of alpacas in a variety of natural colors.
Continue riding to the 7 Lagunas (Seven Lagoons) to explore each lake, learning about the geological reasons behind their vibrant colors and the moving legends associated with them. Afterward, ride back to Pacchanta to relax your body and mind in the natural hot springs. Enjoy a local lunch before returning to Cusco.
📍 Stay: Cusco
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Day 9: Rainbow Mountain Trekking Experience
Depart from Cusco early in the morning, passing through traditional Andean villages. After breakfast, begin a trekking journey of approximately 1.5 hours. Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) stands at an altitude of 5,200 meters; its vibrant stripes of red, green, yellow, and purple—formed by various mineral deposits, make it one of the world's most unique natural wonders.
Once hidden under permanent snow and ice, the mountain's colors have only recently been revealed as glaciers receded due to global climate change. Along the ascent, you can enjoy views of roaming alpacas, vast wilderness, and majestic snow-capped peaks.
📍 Stay: Cusco
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Day 10: End of Journey
Transfer to the airport for your departure. End of journey.
