Aboard the Big Condor

17 days

from 1501 to 2000 US$

Aboard the Big Condor

An active trip to discover Peru's great classics differently with your teenagers. Rafting in Arequipa, horse riding in the Colca Canyon, kayaking on Lake Titicaca at Llachón: every stage is a new adventure.

You then reach Machu Picchu via the Inca Jungle, a three-day route combining biking and hiking, before climbing Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. A unique family holiday, full of action and encounters.

Like all our trips, this tour is fully customizable: we adapt it to your dates, your pace and your budget. Ask us for a free quote.

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Day by day

day 1: Arrival in Lima
Arrival of your international flight in Lima.

Transfer by private vehicle (Spanish-speaking driver only) to the Miraflores district

Afternoon at leisure in Lima.

Dinner at leisure in Lima

Overnight in Lima.
day 2: Lima
Departure from your hotel at 09:00.

Departure by bike to discover the modern and bohemian districts of Lima, Miraflores and Barranco.

The route passes through picturesque streets, lined with old-fashioned artists' houses, parks and art galleries. You will also pass through the main urban art sites, street art frescoes, with Lima Bay and the Pacific in the background.

Lunch at leisure in Lima

Afternoon at leisure in Lima.

Dinner at leisure in Lima

Overnight in Lima.

Steps: Lima and its region Barranco District
day 3: Lima and flight to Arequipa
Free morning to enjoy the charms of the city of Kings.

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Lima International Airport (Spanish-speaking driver only).

Flight to Arequipa (about 1h25 flight time).

Transfer to your hotel (Spanish-speaking driver only) .

Dinner at leisure in Arequipa

Overnight in Arequipa.

Steps: Arequipa and Colca canyon Arequipa The Cathedral of Arequipa Santa Teresa Monastery Santa Catalina Monastery
day 4: Free day in Arequipa
Free day in Arequipa.

During this day, we recommend that you discover the city's famous Catholic sites, namely the Cathedral, the Convent of Santa Catalina and the Cloister of the Compañia. The city of Arequipa has the nickname of "white city" thanks to its Place d'Armes and its surrounding districts, built only with white walls.

Take advantage of your free time to go to the Mirador, by small city bus, and admire the magnificent surrounding volcanoes, including the famous Misti.

For lovers of antiques, you will find an entire street filled with antique dealers, calle Santa Catalina, who will offer you rarer pieces each one than the other.

Otherwise, go to Alpaca factories. You will have the opportunity to discover the creation of alpaca products and to know the different varieties.

Finish the afternoon by sipping a cool Pisco Sour on one of the rooftops in Place de Armas. You will also have the opportunity to watch the sunset overlooking the city!

Lunch at leisure in Arequipa

Dinner at leisure in Arequipa

Overnight in Arequipa.
day 5: Rafting in Arequipa
Departure either in the morning or in the afternoon from your hotel in direction of the Chilean river only 20 minutes from Arequipa.

You will be accompanied by your guide to the base of operations where you will be given the necessary equipment: Neoprene suit, helmet, life jacket, and neoprene shoes.

Starting point; the cave of the Virgin of Chapi, where a briefing with the appropriate instructions will be given.

For about an hour, you will face rapids, class II to IV, for 6km and discover the splendid landscapes of the Chilina Valley. Note that it is not necessary to have rafting experience as you will be accompanied by professional guides who will teach you the necessary gestures and techniques.

Lunch at leisure in Arequipa.

Afternoon free to enjoy the charms of the city.

Dinner at leisure in Arequipa.

Night in Arequipa.

Steps: Arequipa and Colca canyon Arequipa
day 6: The Colca canyon and horseback riding
Departure towards the Colca Canyon by private vehicle (approximately 4 hours drive to Chivay).

During the trip, you will cross the Natural Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca, located at an average altitude of 4300 meters. You may have the opportunity to see llama herds, and more generally, to appreciate this protected area rich in biodiversity.

You will cross the Patapampa Pass, located at an altitude of more than 4900 metres and will feel the effects of the oxygen shortage.

The heritage of several thousand agricultural terraces left by several successive civilizations underlines the geographical importance given to the Colca River Valley, which is fertile, abysmal and majestic. You will have the opportunity to discover the habits and customs of the inhabitants of this region, proud of their traditional costumes.

You will arrive at the village of Yanque or Chivay.

Lunch at leisure in Chivay

You will enjoy a horseback ride when you arrive at Yanke. An original way to discover the landscapes of the Cañon de Colca.

You will walk during 3 hours in the middle of nature on the steep paths of the cañon accompanied by your guide.

Dinner at leisure in Colca

Overnight in Colca canyon

Steps: Arequipa and Colca canyon Colca canyon
day 7: Colca canyon - On road to meet the Andes King!
You will head towards the viewpoint of the Cruz del Condor from where you can enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the majestic Canyon and its valley.

From this rocky peak it is possible to observe the impressive condors, evolving in their natural environment, going up the Canyon. The climatic differences between the abyssal valley and the plateau favor the appearance of rising air currents, a phenomenon with which condors play.

You will descend the Canyon by the left bank, then pass by the viewpoints of Antahuilque and Choquetico, famous for their pre-Inca cemetery and their suspended graves. You will have the opportunity to discover several traditional villages, such as Maca, Achoma and Yanque and its "baroque" colonial church.

Lunch at leisure in Chivay

After lunch, you will leave by line bus to Puno (6 hours journey with stops).

During the trip we will observe different stops to discover the biodiversity specific to this region including several species of Andean birds.

Dinner at leisure in Puno

Overnight in Puno.

Steps: Arequipa and Colca canyon Viewpoint Cruz del condor
day 8: Departure for the community of Llachon and kayaking in Llachon
Departure, accompanied by your guide, by private vehicle from Puno to reach the Capachica peninsula. This trip takes about 2 hours.

Lunch included

You will enjoy a canoe trip on the waters of Lake Titicaca accompanied by your guide.

Starting from the community of Llachon, you will follow the coasts of the peninsula, from beach to beach, surrounded by totora, this Andean reed, the basic material for the making of the typical floating islands of the Lake.

A beautiful way to enjoy the deep waters of the highest lake in the world while taking advantage of the horizon cut by the peaks of the Andes Cordillera.

Dinner included in Llachon

Overnight in host family.

Steps: Puno and the Titicaca lake Titicaca Lake islands: Uros and Taquile Llachon
day 9: Titinos and Taquile Islands
After breakfast, departure by boat head to Taquile island.

Visit the Titinos islands. like the Uros, these are floatings islands built on reeds. in front of the Capachica peninsula, and less visited than the Uros ones, so more friendly and authentics.

Visit the Taquile island.
Taquile is a peaceful island with green hills, contrasting to the light blue of the Titicaca lake.
This will be an opportunity to discover the customs and traditions of the island's inhabitants, who have a high quality textile tradition.

The typical costume, reflecting civil status and function in the community, is also a particularity that the inhabitants will be proud to share with you. For example, women wear bright colours when they are single, and dark colours when they are married. Men wear red and white hats when they are single and red when they are married.

Back to Puno

Lunch at leisure in Taquile

Dinner at leisure in Puno

Overnight in Puno.

Steps: Puno and the Titicaca lake Taquile Island Titanos Islands Llachon
day 10: Crossing the Altiplano
Departure from Puno to Cusco by bus.

You will cross the great scenery of the Andean highlands, making several stops at different sites of interest.

You will discover the lithic museum of Pucara, which portrays the evolution of the Andean people from the first men to the Incas.

Then you will make a stop at the Abra la Raya (4335 meters). There you will discover the majestic Cordillera Real, in the heart of the South American mountain range.

Stop for lunch in Sicuani.

Visit to the site of Raqchi where the Inca temple of Wiracocha, the creator god, is located.

Finally you will visit Andahuaylillas. This small town is famous for its early 17th century church, known as the "Sistine Chapel of South America".

Night in Cusco.

Steps: Puno and the Titicaca lake The altiplano between Puno and Cusco
day 11: Free day in Cusco
Day at leisure in Cusco.

During this day, we recommend you to visit the Temple of Gold, or "Coricancha" in Quechua; as well as the impressive colonial cathedral, whose construction began in 1559 and lasted nearly a hundred years.

A trip to the city's main market, San Pedro, which is always bustling with activity, will be an opportunity to soak up the local atmosphere!

Lunch and dinner on your own.

Overnight in Cusco.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Cusco Museum of Qoricancha site The Inca Museum
day 12: Inca Jungle : Cusco - Abra Malaga - Santa Maria
Early in the morning, departure by private vehicle from Cusco to Abra Malaga (pass at 4350 meters high), from where the beginning of your descent by bike will take place. This route is only composed of asphalted roads.

Have breakfast before you leave or bring something to eat on the road.

All the necessary equipment will be provided on site. This bike ride lasts about 4 hours, or 55 kilometres, only descending to the Wamanmarca. On the road, you will have the opportunity to encounter both the snow-covered mountains and a tropical environment. You will move from a relatively cold climate to a more tropical climate!

You will finish your descent in the village of Santa Maria (1200 meters above sea level). You will settle in and spend the night there. Lunch will be provided.
In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to rest after this first morning and the effect of the altitude, or to continue with a rafting activity (optional).

Cycling time: 3 hours.
Positive altitude difference: 0 meters.
Negative altitude difference: 3150 meters.

Overnight in a basic hotel, on the Inca Jungle.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Abra Malaga Inca Jungle Santa Maria
day 13: Santa Maria - Santa Teresa
Today, you will leave for Santa Teresa. This is the first day of walking in the Inca Jungle.

You will walk between 8 and 10 hours depending on your pace. You will make several stops on the way, especially in communities where local families will welcome you to share a moment together. You will learn more about Peruvian customs and traditions.

You will continue your journey along the railway lines, ending in the last Inca refuge called Vilcabamba. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the Incas.
You can enjoy the beauty of the coffee and Coke crops and harvests.

Lunch planned in the village of Quellomayo where you can take advantage of it to relax in hammocks before resuming your walk.

After lunch, you will only have two hours of walking left before reaching the thermal baths of Cocalmayo where you can relax after this long day of walking!
You will then reach Santa Teresa (1550 meters) with your private transport, where you will spend the night.

Walking time: Between 8 and 10 hours.

Overnight in a basic hotel, on the Inca Jungle.

Steps: Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Inca Jungle Santa-Teresa
day 14: Santa Teresa - Aguas Calientes
Early in the morning, before joining Aguas Calientes, you will have the opportunity (option) to do the zip line, for the most adventurous among you!

Once the Zip Line activity is over and breakfast is taken, you will leave to reach Aguas Calientes (2040 meters). You will have about 3 hours of walking to reach Hydroelectrica.

A meal will be provided. Throughout your hike, you can admire the magnificent surrounding mountains of Machu Picchu.

You will then leave for a few hours of walking before arriving in Aguas Calientes where we will spend the night before leaving to discover one of the seven wonders of the world!
Walking time: 4 hours approximately.

Overnight in Aguas Calientes.
day 15: Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Departure from the hotel early in the morning by bus to visit the archaeological remains of the citadel of Machu Picchu. The visit of the site will last about two hours, then you will have free time to stroll in the site, to rest or to try the ascent of Huayna-Picchu, this rock spur which offers a panoramic vision on Machu-Picchu (not included) .

Dream of any traveler, legend has not yet delivered all its mysteries, the citadel of Machu Picchu continues to captivate and seduce the visitors in search of magic. Its particular geographical situation gives it an insolent and intoxicating beauty.

The organization of the site in several districts and the geographic constraints of the region underline the greatness and the genius of the Inca civilization ... Many mysteries remain to break through.

Walking back to Aguas Calientes (1 hour walk) or by bus (at your expense) .

Lunch at leisure

Departure by train to Ollantaytambo.
Continuation by bus to Cusco.

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.
day 16: Ascension Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain)
Departure from your hotel in Cusco early in the morning by private vehicle. For three hours you will drive towards the colourful Vinicunca mountain.

After about 2 hours of driving, you will stop at the small village of Cusipata for breakfast. Then, it will take you 1 hour by car to reach the car park located at an altitude of 4,680 m and the beginning of the trek. Vinicunca is the name of a majestic mountain that culminates at an altitude of more than 5000 meters. It is also known as the "rainbow" Mountain.

The climb takes about 1h30.

You will observe breathtaking landscapes such as the Ausangate mountain as well as alpaca and llama farms, until the final show of the majestic colours of Vinicunca.

Arrived at the point of view, you will have one hour to admire the mountain with its seven colours! Then, on the way back, you will not fail to admire the famous Red Valley located 500m from Vinicunca.

Then, you will walk in the opposite direction for about 1h30 to the bus that will take us back to the small village of Cusipata where a meal will be waiting for you.

Walking time : about 3 - 4 hours
Positive elevation gain : 4680 - 5200 (+ 520 meters)

Dinner at leisure in Cusco

Overnight in Cusco.
day 17: Cusco / Lima
Departure from your hotel to the airport.

You will fly to Lima over the majestic Andes Mountains and its countless snowy peaks.

End of your trip.

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