Lima-Paracas, Ballestas, Huacachina & Nazca Lines, Cusco · Pre-Journey
October 24-October 29 | $1950 Double Occupancy
- Transfer to hotel in Miraflores (not included)
- Explore Miraflores on own or with new friends- Kennedy Park, Shopping, Restaurants.
- Let the Nervous system settle and relax into the culture that will host us for the coming weeks.
- Overnight in Miraflores
- We will begin our tour by visiting the Parque del Amor. We'll have time to take photos with a romantic backdrop and ocean views. We will then continue our tour with a visit to the exterior of the "Huaca Pucllana," an ancient ceremonial and archaeological center. We'll then visit Lima's historic center, where we'll be able to admire the famous Paseo de la República (Roosevelt House), Plaza San Martin, and Plaza Mayor. We'll also see iconic buildings such as the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Cathedral Basilica, among others. We'll finish at the San Francisco Church and Convent, where we'll be able to admire the underground crypts, also known as the "Catacombs." We'll return to your hotel in Miraflores.
- What's included today: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Guide, Entrance to the San Fransisco Church
- Overnight in Miraflores
Early Hotel Pick-up: 04:30
6 AM Artisan Bakery
After your pickup, we'll set off on a roughly 3-hour drive, with a stop at an artisanal bakery. You'll enjoy some free time to enjoy your hot, freshly baked breakfast and connect with others.
11:00 AM Paracas Beach Resort
Start of the Ballestas Islands tour. We'll arrive at the "El Chaco" pier and board the speedboat that will take us to the Ballestas Islands - known as "Galápagos of Peru" - for over an hour. Along the way, we'll observe the Paracas candelabra, sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and a wide variety of guano birds.
1:00 PM Tasting
Arrival at the winery and tourist restaurant, El Catado, where you'll have free time to try traditional Ica dishes (optional). We'll then head to the tasting room to sample more than five varieties of wines, piscos, and cream liqueurs. There'll be time for shopping, of course.
3:00 PM Huacachina Oasis
Could be the best part of the day. Arrival at the Huacachina Oasis, known as the Oasis of the Americas, where we'll experience the adventure sport of dune buggies, speeding up and down the Ica dunes at high speeds. It's like riding a roller coaster on the sand. Once we reach the top, we'll glide down the slopes on a sandboard. This adventure sport is known as sandboarding. You'll then have free time to explore the surrounding area. 5:00 PM: We'll board our vehicle and head to Nazca for a well-deserved rest.
Enjoy a relaxing morning in Miraflores-Lima
Transfer from Lima to Cusco to acclimate before our formal journey begins on the 29th.
Overnight at the historic Antigua Casana San Blas in Cusco
✓ What's Included
- 3 Nights hotel accommodation in Miraflores
- 1 Night hotel accommodation in Nazca or Ica (simple room with private bathroom)
- 1 night accommodation in Cusco at the historic Antigua Casona San Blas
- Breakfast at all hotels
- Transportation from Miraflores to Paracas-Ica-Nazca-Miraflores
- Tour Guide
- All admission tickets for listed activities
- Slider in the Ballestas Islands
- Tourist tax for the Ballestas Islands
- Visit to the Winery-Restaurant "El Catador"
- Tasting of piscos, wines and mistelas
- Flight over the Nazca Lines
- Airport taxes in Nazca
- Visit to the Huacachina Oasis
- Adventure sports (Buggies + sandboarding)
✗ What's Not Included
- Flight to Cusco (Luciana will suggest flights and is happen to arrange if desired)
- Roundtrip transportation from Lima Airport to Mirafloras (Uber or private taxi)
- Meals outside of those listed in the itinerary
- Tips for guides as desired
- Anything not explicitly listed.
📅 To Reserve
- Reserve before August 10 to secure pricing.
- Text Luciana with the title of the journey and the full name of each participant
💸 Venmo Payment
- Venmo Luciana @ Luciana-Pass. Put "Rainbow Mountain" and your name(s) in the comment.
- 50% deposit required before August 10th to secure space.
- Remaining 50% Due October 1.
Lima-Cusco · Pre-Journey · Half-Day Tour Lima
October 26-October 29 | $950 Double Occupancy
- Transfer to hotel in Miraflores (not included)
- Free to explore Miraflores on own or with new friends- Kennedy Park, Shopping, Restaurants.
- Let the nervous system settle and relax into the culture that will host us for the coming weeks.
- Overnight in Miraflores
- We will begin our tour by visiting the Parque del Amor. We'll have time to take photos with a romantic backdrop and ocean views. We will then continue our tour with a visit to the exterior of the "Huaca Pucllana," an ancient ceremonial and archaeological center. We'll then visit Lima's historic center, where we'll be able to admire the famous Paseo de la República (Roosevelt House), Plaza San Martin, and Plaza Mayor. We'll also see iconic buildings such as the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Cathedral Basilica, among others. We'll finish at the San Francisco Church and Convent, where we'll be able to admire the underground crypts, also known as the "Catacombs." We'll return to your hotel in Miraflores.
- What's included today: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Guide, Entrance to the San Fransisco Church
- Overnight in Miraflores
- Enjoy a relaxing morning in Miraflores-Lima
- Transfer from Lima to Cusco to acclimate before our formal journey begins on the 29th.
- Overnight at the historic Antigua Casona San Blas in Cusco
- Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at the historic Casona San Blas as you acclimate and settle in.
- Take the day to explore Cusco before the journey activities kick-off at 5:30 pm.
✓ What's Included
- 2 nights hotel accommodations in Miraflores
- 1 night accommodation in Cusco at the historic Antigua Casona San Blas
- Breakfast at hotels
- Tour Guide
- All admission tickets for listed activities
✗ What's Not Included
- Flight to Cusco (Luciana will suggest flights and is happy to arrange if desired)
- Roundtrip transportation from Lima Airport to Miraflores (Uber or private taxi)
- Meals outside of those listed in the itinerary
- Tips for guides as desired
- Anything not explicitly listed.
📅 To Reserve
- Reserve before August 10 to secure pricing.
- Text Luciana with the title of the journey and the full name of each participant
💸 Venmo Payment
- Venmo @Luciana-Pass · Put "Lima Pre-Journey" and your name(s) in the comments.
- A 50% deposit secures your place — due before August 10th.
- Remaining balance due October 1.
Rainbow Mountain · Post-Journey
November 8-10 | $750 Double Occupancy
- Enjoy a relaxing day in Cusco.
- Free to explore museums, have a massage, or just bask in the culture
- Overnight at the historic Antigua Casona San Blas
- We will begin our day with a 4:30 am hotel pick up and take the 3-3.5 hour scenic drive to the famous Rainbow Mountain in private transportation.
- Hike for 1.5-2.5 hours depending on your desire and experience level
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
- Return to Cusco in the evening
- Overnight at the Antigua Casona San Blas
✓ What's Included
- 2 nights hotel accommodations in Cusco at the historic Antigua Casona San Blas
- Breakfast at hotel
- Private transportation and guide: Note, this is extremely special as it gives you flexibility in your day to make spontaneous stops and get to know your driver and guide more as friends rather than service-operators
- Tour Guide
- All admission tickets for listed activities
✗ What's Not Included
- Meals outside of those listed in the itinerary
- Tips for guides as desired
- Anything not explicitly listed.
📅 To Reserve
- Reserve before August 10 to secure pricing.
- Text Luciana with the title of the journey and the full name of each participant
💸 Venmo Payment
- Venmo @Luciana-Pass · Put "Rainbow Mountain" and your name(s) in the comments.
- A 50% deposit secures your place — due before August 10th.
- Remaining balance due October 1.