On arriving to the Moche valley, you will be received by a traditional family that descends from the ancient people who built the Sun and the Moon pyramids, the centre of power in the northern coast of Peru during Moche times. Admire the stunning set of mud-brick friezes, excavated by archaeologists on the Temple of the Moon walls. At the museum Huacas de Moche, you will be able to appreciate seve...
Visit one of the best protected dry forest areas and home to a range of wildlife, including many endemic and threatened species such as the: Andean or Spectacled Bear, Andean Condor, White-winged Guan, Sechuran Fox, Guanaco, Tumbes Tyrant. The reserve is named for the spectacular Chaparri mountain that dominates the landscape; this mountain was sacred for the Muchik people and is still revered by...
Travel from Trujillo to Chiclayo visiting El Brujo, located 60 Km north of Trujillo in the Chicama Valley. El Brujo pyramid rises about 98 feet above the surrounding desert and covers an area of roughly 330 by 330 feet. It was built with tens of thousands of adobe bricks. It walls are covered with polychrome reliefs that show war motifs, its goods, animals, plants and net-fishing. Just some years...
Day 1 - Awaiting you today is by far and away one of the high points in world tourism: Machu Picchu. Your adventure starts on a train ride to the town of Aguas Calientes. From beautiful panoramic windows marvel at unsurpassed scenic views and take in countless photographic opportunities. On disembarkation, board a bus that drives you to the Machu Picchu archaeological site, where you will defini...
Day 1 - Cuzco - train to KM104 - Chachabamba - Wiñay Wayna - Machu Picchu Leave your Cuzco (or Sacred Valley) hotel early in the morning and transfer to the train station for the scenic Vistadome departure for Aguas Calientes. Part way along the journey you will disembark at KM104 of the Inca Trail, which is where you start the hike to Machu Picchu. En-route stop at Chachabamba, a small I...
Follow the original footsteps of the Incas as you make your way to Machu Picchu. The Inca trail showcases the mystery of the Incas and allows for an insight into what physical feats this civilisation undertook to create their once great empire. Throughout the four days traverse through different ecosystems from high altitude peaks, where the highest pass comes in at over 4200m, climb Inca steps an...
You will be picked up at the hotel at your preferred time (although we recommend 10am after the early rush hour has calmed down). Our expert, friendly guide will take you to the centre of Buenos Aires, past the emblematic Obelisk and into the Plaza de Mayo, home to so many revolutions and protests over the years, and now serenely flanked by the cathedral and the Pink House - yes, the government bu...
Travel from the heart of Buenos Aires to the Tigre Delta in a catamaran, offering one of the best views of the city skyline (a view that surprisingly few people see, even locals). At the start of the tour you will head to the city’s port to board a modern catamaran which will take you to the Tigre Delta. During the one and a half hour trip you will be able to admire Buenos Aires from the Rio...
The Atacama Desert captivates its visitors with its awe inspiring views of desert plains, sculptured rock formations and dunes against a backdrop of towering volcanoes. With two feet on the ground, there’s no denying the region’s spectacular beauty, but even more impressive are the bird’s eye views from above. You will be collected from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama, for a j...
Visit the quaint town of Colonia in Uruguay on the opposite side of the Rio de la Plata, only a 60-minute boat ride from Buenos Aires. Take a visit to the historic centre of Colonia which is like a walk back in time. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese, this old colonial town is renowned for its cobbled, windy streets and colorful houses. Nowadays, it is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. D...
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