TOUR PACHACAMAC RUINS (4 HRS APROX) POA
Pachacamac the creator of the universe, a divinity worshipped by the ancient Andean people. This sacred and ceremonial centre where thousands arrived presenting their offerings and consulted the oracle of Pachacamac that watched over the past, the future and destiny. Our guided Pachacamac Tour presents pyramids and enclosed temples built by several pre-Columbian cultures (the Wari, Ishmay, Lima cultures) and by the Incas. Included in the archaeological complex are the temples of Pachacamac, the Sun God Pyramid and The House of the Selected Women the Virgins of the Sun (Acllahuasi). There is also a site museum that holds the idol of the God Pachacamac. The entire place is considered sacred and centres on the mystical axis of the world.
CITY TOUR of LIMA & GOLD MUSEUM (4 HRS APROX) POA
You visit the convent and church of San Francisco, the greater monumental set of Colonial Art in America, its basilica of 21 altars; convent of claustros and capitulate and clementina rooms; choir and library of the monks, museum of Profundis that exhibits 11 linen cloths of the school of Rubens. Sacristy with linen cloths of Surbarán and Creek, great patio decorated with blue Sevillians of century XVI, Moriscos arcs and underground catacombs. San Francisco is Cultural Patrimony of the Humanity. You also enter the Huaca Pucllana; magnificent Ceremonial and Administrative Center of the Culture of Lima, considered by the Incas like ñaupallaqta a “Sacred Village”.
The Mujica collection that became better known as The Gold Museum of Peru. Our Tour is a guided look at this collection of gold pieces from diverse pre-Columbian cultures. Objects and jewels, worked in gold, of incalculable value are exhibited. Gold attracted numerous European adventurers 500 years ago and was essential to the Inca Empire and gave the origin to the Viceroy of Peru, the envoy of the Spanish crown.
In addition, this Museum exhibits a sample of old and modern arms that is considered one of the best ones in the Americas too. Located in the district of Santiago de Surco, the route also allows the appreciation of part of this modern residential Lima district.
COUNTRYSIDE TOUR + TYPICAL PERUVIAN LUNCH (4 HRS APROX) POA
Arequipa, located at 2530 m.a.s.l., is one of the world’s springtime cities. Among places of interest is the countryside of Sachaca with its pleasant view of the pre-Inca Terraces. From here continue to the Tingo district, the traditional “Barrio of Arequipa”. Passing through the surrounding countryside you will reach the Huasacache Palace, summer home of Arequipa´s Founder before continuing to Sabandia, where you will be able to appreciate a restored 18th Century mill still in use. You will finish your Tour with a country-style lunch in a traditional “Fonda”. Here you may taste a wide variety of typical dishes.
PISAC RUINS (4HRS APROX) POA
In the highest part of Pisaq, there are the remains of a pre-columbine town, located a few kilometres from the city. It covers part of a mountain and consists of buildings and compounds of which the best know is the Intiwatana. It is also important to mention the pre-Hispanic cemetery, the greatest found in this part of the continent. It is also famous for its large terraces that surround the mountain and the fabulous watchtowers.
CHINCHERO PISAC RUINS / MARAS & MORAY (8 HRS APROX) POA
Visit the ruins and towns of Pisac and Chinchero not far from Cusco. Enroute you will visit Moray, a centre of experimental Inca agriculture, consisting of concentric circular terraces and the salt mines of Maras. A Typical Peruvian lunch is included in your day travelling through this majestic region of the Andes.
PIKILLAQTA / ANDAHUAYLILLAS (4 HRS APROX) POA
You leave for Pikillacta where we will visit pre-Inca ruins that belong to the Wari culture. This citadel was built in rustic architecture with stones put together with mud. It is located 29 km away from Cusco. Later you will visit the “Sixtine Chapel of America” located 35 km from Cusco; it is a church decorated with carved wood covered with gold, in a colonial baroque style. Its walls are decorated with works by Luis de Reaño, paintings that represent heaven, hell and purgatory.
MANU: Canopy Climbing. POA
During your stay in Manu Lodge you have the chance to explore the rainforest canopy at a closer range. Our staff can take you for a spectacular and safe climb to a platform located 25m above the ground.
MANU: White-water rafting on the Qosñipata River. POA
Visitors of all ages can enjoy three hours of exciting class II and III rapids in the beautiful setting of the tropical rainforest. Lunch is served along the river course. You return to the Manu Cloud Forest Lodge early in the afternoon. A minimum of four clients is required.
MANU: Mountain Biking. POA
For those with the energy and a sense of adventure we offer you the chance to use a sturdy mountain bike with front suspension to descend effortlessly on the most scenic and beautiful part of the single-lane dirt road into the heart of the cloud forests. For your security, and since this is not a competition but a chance to enjoy nature, you will have to ride behind our transport. We provide bike helmets and gloves.
Huacachina Dunes Experience. POA
"Huacachina buggy tour - One heck of a ride for those with a need for speed." The guide will take you around some steep banks and sudden drop-offs at break-neck speeds. Stop at a peak and try sand boarding. Have you got what it takes to stand up? For this awesome experience we suggest you bring goggles and put everything (cameras, etc.) in a plastic bag.
Flight over the Nazca Lines. POA
One of the most baffling enigmas of archaeology. We organise your return transfers to the Nazca Flight Terminal. Watch a video on the Nazca and Palpa lines whilst preparing for take off in the VIP waiting room. Your Flight takes you over the Nazca Lines as well as the recently found Palpa Lines, Paredones, Aqueducts, and the Aguja Valley. The Flight time is approx 45 minutes in a small aircraft seating from 4 to 12 people. This is the best way for you to appreciate the enormity of the geometrical figures etched into the stony desert.
Arequipa and Cusco - Private Classes in Cooking / Dance / Art / Pottery. POA
For those that wish to get a little more out of their trip we offer you the opportunity to truely experience the cultures of Peru. We can arrange personal classes for you taught by local people and charged at an hourly rate. This is a great way to get up close and personal with the local people and help them maintain their traditional ways in this rapidly changing World.
Kutimunki Peru - an experience you will never forget.
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