Location: Lima
Day 1 - 1 May 2022
Jorge Chávez International Airport - Lima
Content: We arrived at Jorge Chávez International Airport very early. From the airport we took a taxi to your hotel (about 60 soles for the trip – you have to negotiate).
Free walking tour - Lima
Content: Join a free walking tour to explore de downtown Lima. Bring some cash to tip your tour guide.
Barranco
Content: The Barranco district is one of the most beautiful and colorful neighborhoods in Lima, holds a lot about the history of Peru, mainly through art. This neighborhood, in times, it was the meeting point of the upper middle class and, currently, the region has become reference of Lima's nightlife.
Restaurant Javier
Content: You can’t miss this restaurant. It’s Delicious and it’s good to taste some traditional dishes like ceviche. Go late in the afternoon to enjoy the balcony and watch the sunset.
Location: Miraflores
Day 1 - 1 May 2022
Inti Killa Miraflores hostel
Content: Inti killa Hostel – We stayed in this hostel. The room wasn’t so big but the bed was comfortable, just what we needed.
Location: Lima
Day 2 - 2 May 2022
Peru Hop
Content: We took the peru hop bus to Paracas 6 hours of travel: arrival at 12:30
Restaurant Juan Pablo
Content: On the waterfront of Paracas you can find this family restaurant. It’s good to taste some traditional dishes with a beautiful view to the ocean.
Location: Paracas
Day 2 - 2 May 2022
Golden Shadows Tour
Content: A good Tour with some amazing views. Our guide took us through the rugged landscape to see the most breathtaking views of the coast and a perfectly-times sunset.
Location: Paracas
Day 2 - 2 May 2022
Atenas Backpacker Hospedaje
Content: We stayed in this good hostel.
Location: Paracas
Day 3 - 3 May 2022
Ballestas Islands
Content: The Boat Trip lasts about 2 hours and it is incredible to observe different species in their natural habitat. During the visit we observed sea lions, penguins, birds and even immense huge jellyfish.
Location: Paracas National Park
Day 3 - 3 May 2022
Paracas National Reserve
Content: It’s a protected area located in the region of Ica. Inside the reserve, you can see archaeological remains of the Paracas culture. We visited the interpretation centre, the site of the destroyed cathedral and a red sand beach.
Location: Trip to Huacachina
Day 3 - 3 May 2022
Peru Hop
Content: We took the peru hop bus to Huacachina.
Location: Huacachina
Day 3 - 3 May 2022
Huacachina
Content: Visit the streets of the only desert oasis in South America. It is an incredible place to rest and enjoy some extreme sports.
Dunne Buggy and Sand Board
Content: Huacachina is the hotspot for buggy and sandboarding in Peru! Sandboarding can be done standing up or lying down on your stomach face first. We advise you to go at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset.
Location: Dinner at Sunset Restaurant and sleep
Day 3 - 3 May 2022
Wild Olive Trattoria & Guest House
Content: Go for some more traditional dishes at this restaurant. Try the Peruvian fruit juices that are without a doubt the best we've ever tasted.
Location: Huacachina
Day 4 - 4 May 2022
Huacachina
Content: Wake up very early to go see the sunrise on top of a dune! The climb is tiring, but very rewarding. When we went there weren't many people there.
Wild Olive Tractor & Guest House
Content: Enjoy the breakfast after the sunrise. We ate a nice typical Peruvian hotel breakfast.
Peru Hop
Content: We took the peru hop bus to Nazca.
Location: Crazy wine and liqueur tasting
Day 4 - 4 May 2022
El Viejo Catador
Content: Through Peru Hop we made a stop at this place, where we were entitled to a tour and a free wine and liqueur tasting. It is an ideal place to go if you want to buy liqueurs or pisco. We take our lunch there 😉
Location: Nazca
Day 4 - 4 May 2022
Lineas De Nazca
Content: - Torre Mirador de Las Líneas de Nazca - The Nazca Lines are ancient geoglyphs etched into the Nazca desert. Through Peru Hop we have free access to the tower to see the nazca lines, it is not extraordinary, but for those who are not going to fly over the lines it is always a plus, as was our case.
Peru Hop
Content: We continue the trip towards Arequipa, overnight on the bus. The bus was comfortable, but the road had many curves.
Location: Arequipa
Day 5 - 5 May 2022
Le foyer Arequipa
Content: Arrive in Arequipa after an overnight bus with Peru hop. Arrange an early check-in in advance with your accommodation. Go for a breakfest to this terrace. You will have an amazing view from the mountains and the food was good and tasty.
Rafting
Content: Cusipata Rafting – Rafting is an exciting sport for those who enjoy extreme sports and promotes team spirit. This consists of the descent of whitewater rivers. In this case we went down the Chili River and we loved it. If you like extreme sports, this is an excellent experience.
Mercado San Camilo
Content: An unmissable visit in Arequipa. Designed by famous French architect Gustave Eiffel, Mercado San Camilo is the perfect place to get to know the real Arequipa. Visit the cultural wealth of Arequipa, see its spices, colorful clothes, fruit stalls and of course buy souvenirs.
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
Content: We can see in this museum the archaeological remains obtained from Protecto: Sanctuaries of Altura del Sur Andino. This museum is very famous because “Juanita, la ninã del Ampato” the best-preserved mummy of the Andes, is located there.
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
Content: Was home to many young Arequipenas who dedicated their lives to the Catholic Church. It's a monastery full of Colors ♥️💙
Location: Rooftop night photo
Day 5 - 5 May 2022
Restaurant on the top
Content: Restaurant on the top, in Plaza d'armas - it's the perfect place to visit at dusk (enjoy and watch the sunset).
Location: Chivay
Day 6 - 6 May 2022
Colca Canyon Tour
Content: We saw the impressive views of the second deepest canyon in the world and see the majestic Andean Condor bird. You will visit the small villages of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque and you can take a bath in the hot springs of Chivay.
Location: Cusco
Day 6 - 6 May 2022
Chicha by Gaston Acurio Arequipa
Content: - Chicha by Gaston Acurio in Arequipa - A great restaurant to taste Peruvian food and fusion food. One of the best restaurants where we ate in Peru
Location: Puno
Day 7 - 7 May 2022
Peru Hop
Content: We take the bus from Peru Hop towards Puno - 7 hours of travel: arrival at 1:00 pm
Valeria Restaurant
Content: A restaurant that the locals usually go to, the food was good. We ordered typical food from there, and we were told very well about Cuy, we thought it was a rabbit, but it turned out to be a guinea pig. We couldn't eat it, it even came with its teeth still (it's a typical Peruvian dish).
Location: Lake Titicaca
Day 7 - 7 May 2022
Lake Titicaca
Content: A lake in the Andes, but specifically on the border between Peru and Bolivia. By volume of water it is the largest lake in South America. We visited the island of Uros, a people who have lived for many years on the floating islands in Lake Titicaca. It's amazing to know these communities and understand how they build the islands and their homes. Take advantage and for only 2.5 soles ride on the characteristic boat of the Uros.
Location: Puno
Day 7 - 7 May 2022
Peru Hop to Cusco
Content: We take the bus from Peru Hop to Cusco - 8 hours of travel.
Location: Cusco
Day 8 - 8 May 2022
Cusco
Content: After arriving we booked some activities.
Maras Moray Tour
Content: Two of the most iconic destinations in Peru, so don't miss this tour! Salt flats far from the sea, in a valley and in the middle of the mountains is an incredible setting! The ruins of Moray, in addition to the perfection of its forms, functioned as an agricultural laboratory.
Hotel Golden Inka
Content: A 3 star hotel with very comfortable beds, a very attentive staff and an excellent breakfast. Top price-quality!
Location: Anta Province
Day 9 - 9 May 2022
Humantay Lake
Content: Get a taste for Peru’s High. Alpine scenery and ancient Inca customs during the hiking to Lake Humantay. It was one of our best experiences, the lake is incredible. You can go by foot (it's a difficult trek) or by horse.
Location: Cusco
Day 9 - 9 May 2022
Iglesia De Santo Domingo
Content: One of the most beautiful church we have ever seen. Built in the 16th century, on top of the ruins of Koricacha temple.
Chicha by Gaston Acurio in Cusco
Content: A great restaurant to taste Peruvian food and fusion food. One of the best restaurants where we are in Peru 🤤
Location: Cusco
Day 10 - 10 May 2022
San Blas neighborhood
Content: A neighborhood full of colors, and very friendly. It is very pleasant to walk through those streets.
San Pedro Market
Content: It's a show of colors and smells (not necessarily pleasant). We love to visit traditional markets.
Plaza De Armas
Content: The main square of Cusco and the heart of the historic center. It has beautiful architecture and is surrounded by shops, cafes and restaurants.
McDonald's Cusco
Content: Macdonald is part of our lives, it's a place where we can eat quickly and cheaply.
Twelve Angled Stone
Content: Near Plaza de Armas, there is a stone that is a symbol of Inca perfectionism: the Stone of 12 angles is part of the wall of the Palacio Arzobispal.
Golden Spa Cusco | Masajes en Cusco | Massage in Cusco
Content: Very relaxing and rejuvenating experience after an arduous trek to Humantay. Connect with the Inca origin through the energy of the Hot Stones of Machupicchu, an experience accompanied with the use of oils from the Sacred Valley.
Location: Inca Trail
Day 11 - 11 May 2022
Inca Trail
Content: The inca trail tour to Machu Picchu is one of the world's most popular tours, this road is full of beautiful landscapes and trails surrounded by mountains. We went by bus to the Sacred Valley of the Incas where we started our trail.
Inca Trail - The easiest day
Content: Day 1 – It's the easiest day of the Inca trail, we walked about 14 km (6 hours) to Ayapata where we camped.
Location: Inca Trail
Day 12 - 12 May 2022
Inca Trail – The Challenge!
Content: Day 2 – The most challenging and longest day of the inca trail, we walked about 16 km (10 hours). You will climb up to 4200m to pass the mountain “dead women’s pass”. We camped in Chaquicocha.
Location: Inca Trail
Day 13 - 13 May 2022
Inca Trail – The easy day!
Content: Day 3 - The most beautiful and relaxing day, hiking 10 km (6 hours) through different ecological zones. We visited a few archaeological sites. We camped in Wiñaywayna just 2 hours from Machu Picchu.
Location: Inca Trail
Day 14 - 14 May 2022
Inca Trail - Machu Picchu!
Content: Day 4 - Hike 6 km (2 hours) to Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate (where we will have a unique view of Machu Picchu). After exploring Machu Picchu, you will take the Panoramic train to Ollantaytambo.
Location: Urubamba Province
Day 14 - 14 May 2022
Machu Picchu
Content: One of the most beautiful places in Peru! We visit Machu Picchu e Huayna Picchu. We got engaged in this amazing place 🥰😍❤️
Location: Cusco
Day 14 - 14 May 2022
Hotel Golden Inka
Content: A 3 star hotel with very comfortable beds, a very attentive staff and an excellent breakfast. Top price-quality!
Location: Cusco
Day 15 - 15 May 2022
Rainbow Mountain
Content: One of the famous mountains of 7 colors a few hours south of Cusco. The rainbow mountain sits in a village of the same name, Palccoyo. This trip is not too challenging at all but it requires little physical effort, however, that which you use will be more tiring than usual due to the altitude at which you are hiking.
Cusco
Content: Take the rest of the afternoon to walk around Cusco. Just enjoy your time there. Visit the Santa Ana Arch.
Hotel Golden Inca Cusco
Content: A 3 star hotel with very comfortable beds, a very attentive staff and an excellent breakfast. Top price-quality!
Location: Lima
Day 16 - 16 May 2022
Jorge Chavez International Airport
Content: We arrived at Jorge Chávez International Airport. From the airport we took a taxi to your hotel (about 60 soles for the trip – you have to negotiate).
Location: Miraflores
Day 16 - 16 May 2022
Mamma Lola
Content: We went there and the food and staff were amazing to us. We ate pizza and lasagna of Lomo Saltado (a typical dish in Peru) and it was super delicious.
Location: Pueblo Libre
Day 16 - 16 May 2022
Park Kennedy
Content: Known for the Central Park of Miraflores, it works as a point of reference. It is always in bloom and often has themed fairs. It is a good place to go both during the day and at night, when the surroundings are full of young people looking to have a good time.
Location: Provincia de Lima
Day 16 - 16 May 2022
Miraflores
Content: Take the rest of the afternoon to walkaround Miraflores. Just enjoy yout time there. Full of shops and restaurants