FAMILY ADVENTURE 11D/10N

Depending on your arrival time at Lima International Airport, our representative will be waiting for you and your family. They will transfer you to your assigned hotel and provide information and some recommendations.
In the afternoon, you will begin a city tour. At approximately 2:00 p.m., your guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin the tour in a private vehicle. We will travel to Huaca Pucllana (97 meters above sea level/319 feet). This sacred site was a ceremonial center built in the 4th century AD. We will continue our tour and head to Lima's historic center, where we will marvel at the impressive views of Lima Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and we will visit the San Francisco Convent, famous for its Catacombs, which are underground tombs.
We then continue the tour to Miraflores, passing by Love Park and enjoying a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean from Larcomar (50 masl/165 ft). We will visit the traditional residential areas of Lima. Then, we will transfer to the Magic Water Circuit where you will have a tour of the different water fountains that create a unique spectacle with their colored lights. We will then return to the hotel, arriving at approximately 8:30 p.m.

We'll begin the early morning tour, taking approximately 4 hours along the Peruvian coast until we reach the port in Paracas, where we'll board a motorized boat to begin the tour to the Ballestas Islands. A 2-hour tour will sail along the Peruvian sea, where we'll appreciate the marine fauna of the Peruvian coast. We'll make a stop en route to admire the famous CANDELABRO, a figure carved in the sand and related to the Nazca lines. We'll view this image from our boat. We'll continue sailing and enjoy the presence of guano birds, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, Peruvian pelicans, boobies, otters, and other marine species that surround this natural environment. There are also rock formations that make the place an incredible landscape.
Then we will head to an old vineyard, TACAMA (400 masl/1313 ft), where we will learn all about wines and piscos. We will tour the vineyard's main sites. We will also taste some wines and piscos. You can also enjoy lunch at this point.
After lunch, transportation will take us to the Huacachina Desert (406 masl/1333 ft), an oasis located in the middle of the desert. Here, the experience will be incredible as we will travel in buggies to the top for an incredible view of the sunset. You will also have the opportunity to sandboard on boards, an incredible adventure (if a family member does not wish to participate in these activities, they can enjoy the scenery by taking photographs). We will enjoy the incredible sunset that can be seen from this location. In the afternoon, we will return to Lima.

Depending on your flight schedule, we will transfer you 3 hours in advance from your hotel to the airport. You will take a flight to the historic city of Cusco. Upon arrival at the airport, a shuttle will be waiting for you and your family to take you to your assigned hotel.
In the afternoon, you will have a walking tour of the city. The tour begins with pickup from your hotel at a prearranged time, approximately 3:00 pm. We will walk to the San Pedro Market. Depending on the location of your hotel, we will arrive at the market in 5 to 10 minutes. We will learn about the living culture of the population in and around the market. Inside the San Pedro Market, you will find a variety of products, including fresh juices, cheese, chuta bread (circular bread in large sizes), coffee, coca leaves, and handicrafts that are representative of the city, such as ponchos, chullos, and alpaca sweaters. If you like, you can try some of the foods being sold at the various stands.
We'll continue our tour and a few minutes away is the Santa Clara Arch. Beautiful for its design and architecture, it's one of the arches that surrounds the city of Cusco. We'll pass by San Francisco Square, where we can see a botanical garden displaying the region's native Andean flora.
We'll walk down Marqués Street until we reach Cusco's Plaza de Armas, located at an altitude of 3,399 meters above sea level (11,151 ft). It's also known as Aucaypata, a Quechua name meaning "important place." Currently, this place is surrounded by beautiful cobblestone streets, portals, and many tourists of different nationalities who visit the imperial city daily. It's also a favorite spot for visitors to enjoy the restaurants surrounding the square. On this tour, we'll also head to the Sapantiana Aqueduct, a colonial arched structure. We'll continue toward Seven Borreguitos Street, ideal for taking beautiful photographs and sharing this walk through the city with the family. At the end of this tour, we'll drop you off in the city center so you can enjoy a family dinner.

We will pick you up from your hotel at approximately 8:00 am. About 30 minutes later, we will stop at the Andean camelid and textile museum, "Manos de la Comunidad," an organization of several communities. This place is full of charm and tradition. This place welcomes us with its colorful decor based on alpaca and llama wool fabrics.
We will begin the tour by first visiting the most iconic camelids of the Andes: llamas and alpacas. Here, you will have a unique experience interacting with animals such as the Suri, Guanaco, Alpaca, and Llama. You will be able to take many photos, feed them, and interact directly with the camelids. You will also be able to distinguish them by their fibers, since they are very similar. We will have a close-up experience of the elaboration and processing of different textiles made from camelid wool, such as blankets, purses, sweaters, and decorative ornaments for the home.
After living this unique experience, we will continue our journey to the Sacred Valley. Along the way, you will witness beautiful mountain landscapes and tourist viewpoints that make this route even more incredible. Our second stop will be at the archaeological site of Pisac (2972 masl/9751 ft), built on the top of the mountain formed by towers and terraces, where the ancient settlers had to find ways to produce agriculture and irrigation on the mountaintop. We will continue our tour and make a stop at the Inkariy Museum, where we will learn a little more about the history of Peru and the pre-Inca cultures that inhabited the regions. This tour is approximately 20 minutes long and shows in detail the origin of each culture. We will then continue to Urubamba, where we will have a buffet lunch with dishes prepared with local products. After enjoying a delicious lunch, we will transfer you to a dome hotel in Urubamba, a peaceful place at the foot of a mountain. In the afternoon, you can visit the butterfly farm located near the hotel (2,871 meters above sea level / 9,420 feet).

Enjoy breakfast at the Urubamba Dome Hotel (breakfast is served at your table). A shuttle will then pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the Ollantaytambo station. From there, you'll board your Vistadome Observatory train with an onboard show bound for Aguas Calientes. Along the way, you'll admire the lush vegetation-covered landscape, while the mighty Urubamba River flows alongside the train, providing incredible and unique views.
You'll enjoy this 1-hour and 40-minute train ride, accompanied by music and dancers that make your experience unforgettable. Upon arrival, a staff member will be waiting to assist you to your hotel room in Aguas Calientes. You have the afternoon free to enjoy the tranquility of Aguas Calientes, have lunch at the various restaurants in the area, or relax at the hotel.
*As an afternoon option, you can visit the hot springs in Aguas Calientes.

Today we'll leave early to be the first to enjoy the majesty of Machu Picchu. Don't forget to bring your passport.
We'll board the first buses from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu. The journey takes 35 to 40 minutes. The road zigzags through lush vegetation until we reach the entrance gate to Machu Picchu (2,430 masl/7,972 ft). If you wish, you can use the restrooms, as there are no restrooms inside the sanctuary. Together with our guide, we'll begin the tour on the assigned route. The charm and mysticism of Machu Picchu will connect you with the nature and history of this place. You'll be amazed by the precision of the stone carvings and the hydraulic system used by the Incas. The guide will make stops to give details of each site we visit, where you can also take photographs. After a 2.5-hour ride, it will be time to return. You will take the bus down the same route to Aguas Calientes. We will drop you off at the tourist restaurant so you can enjoy lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, depending on your return train schedule, you should arrive 30 minutes early to the Aguas Calientes station, where you will board the train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival in Ollantaytambo, a shuttle will be waiting for you and your family to return you to your hotel in Cusco.

In the morning, you can enjoy the city center or visit its artisan markets to buy gifts and take home souvenirs.

In the afternoon, enjoy a family experience learning about the chocolate-making process, from how it's harvested from the tree. Here, you'll also learn about the history of chocolate. This workshop lasts 2 hours. During this time, you'll learn how to make your own chocolate and use your favorite toppings. This workshop is open to all ages, and the most enthusiastic will be the spoiled children of the house.

Two hours in advance, you will be transferred to the Cusco airport. From there, you will board a flight to the airport in Puerto Maldonado, the capital of Madre de Dios. After a one-hour drive, we will take a leisurely one-hour boat ride on the Tambopata River. Enjoy your first taste of Amazonian cuisine as you cruise down the river, leaving the city behind and entering the heart of the private communal reserve of the Ese Eja de Infierno Native Community.

Upon reaching the riverbank, you'll climb a staircase whose length varies depending on the season, followed by a short hike through the vibrant Amazon rainforest. This tour marks the beginning of your stay, immersing you in the majesty of the Amazon. Arrive at Posada Amazonas Lodge, a spacious eco-lodge with a bar, massage center, and buffet service, located within a private concession owned by the Native Community of Infierno. Settle into your room with a private bathroom and an open wall facing the jungle for an immersive experience.
In the afternoon, join your group for a hike to the 40-meter Observation Tower, from where you'll have spectacular views of the vast forest and the Tambopata River below. Also, keep an eye out for toucans, parrots, and flocks of different species. In the evening, enjoy your jungle-inspired dinner.

Start the day early to enjoy wildlife viewing, taking advantage of the cooler morning hours. Even though it's early, the experience is worth it. Take a 30-minute boat ride and a 45-minute walk to Tres Chimbadas Lake. Paddle across the lake on a catamaran in search of the resident family of nine giant river otters (seen by 60% of visitors) and other lake animals such as caimans and horned squeakers, among others.

Visit the Ñape Center, a community organization that produces medicines from forest plants. Follow a trail that explains the medicinal and other uses of several selected plants. After dinner, enjoy an optional night walk. Although nocturnal mammals are often active but rarely seen, you may spot frogs with unique shapes and sounds, giving you a glimpse into their fascinating natural histories.

Your Amazonian adventure comes to an end; it's time to say goodbye. Have breakfast at the lodge and then take a walk to the river, where you will board a boat that will take you along the Tambopata River to the port where a shuttle will be waiting to take you back to the Puerto Maldonado airport for your flight to Lima. Upon arrival, a shuttle will be waiting for you and your family and will take you to your hotel in Miraflores for your rest.

It's time to say goodbye. 3 hours before your international flight departure time, we will transfer you to the Lima airport for your flight to your country.
We hope you take many unforgettable memories from this trip.