Exploring the Landscapes of Peru

Take yourself on a full expedition of Peru when you hit all of the major landscapes and some iconic sites. Welcome to seeing the world solo.

Exploring Peru’s Landscapes: Machu Picchu, Sea, & Sand | Anywhere

Lima

Cesar Nizama

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The coastal city of Lima is diverse, with colorful parks, friendly locals, tasty cuisine, vibrant markets, and ancient historical attractions. Travelers can tour world-class museums, wander through the colonial architecture of Miraflores, and eat seafood along the Pacific coast.

Hotel Recommendation #1

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Cusco

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Nestling in the dip of the Watanay River Valley, from above the city of Cusco takes the shape of a puma, which some historians theorize was a purposeful design. As the city expands, its borders creep up the sides of the surrounding mountains, but puma statues, fountains, and signs keep the big cat’s status of unofficial city mascot.

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Sacred Valley Excursion

You’ll start your journey through the Sacred Valley in the town of Pisac, home to Peru’s largest arts and crafts market. Most of the wares for sale at Pisac consist of textiles that are woven by locals. There’s also an abundance of sweaters and mittens made from the fleece of Peru’s most distinct herd animal, the alpaca. Alpaca fleece is prized for its softness and sheen. Artisans also sell paintings, handmade jewelry, and carved gourds. Whatever you purchase, be sure to do a little bit of haggling first.  
  
After the market, the tour stops for lunch in Urubamba, a town right in the middle of the Sacred Valley. Coming from the mountains of Cusco, you’ll be struck by the lushness and bright colors of the plant life surrounding the Urubamba River. When you stop to eat, you’ll be surrounded by the green slopes of the Andes.  
  
From Urubamba, you’ll travel up into the mountains to visit the ruins of Ollantaytambo. Tucked away into the highlands above the origin of the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo is the home of a diverse array of Inca ruins. An incline separates the ruins from the modernized part of the town. You’ll ascend a steep staircase to reach several one-of-a-kind Inca buildings. At the Temple of the Sun and the Temple of Ten Niches, you’ll see some flawless examples of Inca stonework. Some of the buildings are unfinished, abandoned upon the arrival of the Spanish. Near the bottom of the ruins stop to admire the Princess Baths, a fountain decorated with geometric designs in the shape of three steps.  
  
The Sacred Valley was a crucial stronghold for the Inca. When the Spanish first arrived in Ollantaytambo, the Inca successfully drove them away. As you explore the Sacred Valley you’ll see for yourself why the Inca fought valiantly to continue their dominion over the peaks and valleys of this stunning area.      
  
To take this tour, travelers are required to have a Cusco Tourist Ticket. You have the option of getting either a Full Cusco Tourist Ticket or a Sacred Valley Partial Tourist Ticket. We'll help you get the ticket, but to do so we'll need your passport number, birthdate, and nationality.   
  
These tickets allow you to visit a number of attractions in the area. Some of these attractions are visited during the course of this tour, while others are not. You can use the ticket after the tour is over to visit the attractions that are not covered in the tour. Below are the places that each ticket allows you to visit, as well as the length of time that each ticket is valid. Think about how long you'll be in Cusco and what you want to see before you decide on a ticket. We can help you with this, too.  
  
**Full Cusco Tourist Ticket:** The Cathedral, Santo Domingo Convent (Qoricancha), Saqsayhuamán, Qénqo, Pukapukara,  Tambomachay, Tipón, Pikillacta, Pisac, Moray, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo, Qoricancha Site Museum, Municipal Museum of Contemporary Art, Regional Historical Museum, Folk Art Museum, and the Qosqo Native Art Center. This ticket is valid for 10 days.   
  
**Sacred Valley Partial Tourist Ticket:** Pisac, Moray, Chinchero, Ollantaytambo. This ticket is valid for 1 day.  
  


On this tour you’ll spend a day exploring the great variety of attractions the Sacred Valley of the Inca has to offer. In the marketplace at Pisac you’ll have the opportunity to buy crafts made by Peruvian artisans. Then you’ll visit the valley itself, and hike through an Inca ruin in one of the nearby mountains.

Cusco Tourist Ticket, camera, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes.

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Escape to Machu Picchu

To get to Machu Picchu from Cusco, you will take a 3 hour and 40 minute train ride through the Urubamba Valley. Enjoy unparalleled views of the Andes as your train hugs the side of the mountains. Making your way through the valley, you’ll pass by small, rural villages that are still inhabited by largely Quechua-speaking descendants of indigenous Andeans.  
  
Just outside of the ruins, you’ll take a bus the final 30 minutes to Machu Picchu. Once you arrive, a guide will take you through some of the most striking features of the site, sharing some of the theories that historians have developed about what purpose various structures served. Some of the site has been restored, so you can get a clearer picture of how Machu Picchu may have looked in its heyday.  
  
Fountains at Machu Picchu still flow with water irrigated from nearby springs. Some fountains feature neat channels carved in stone, while others slosh over multiple terraces into a shallow bath. These provided drinking and bathing water to residents of Machu Picchu.  
  
Machu Picchu has several temples for visitors to explore, each with its own style. The site known as the Royal Palace has its own flowering garden. Outside the main temple, you’ll see statues carved in the shape of surrounding mountains.  
  
Besides temples, tombs, and palaces, you’ll also see a more practical side of Machu Picchu. Granaries and agricultural terraces form steps on the sides of the surrounding mountain. Small buildings near the granaries are believed to have served as homes for the workers that made of the backbone of Machu Picchu society.  
  
It might be hard to tear yourself away from Machu Picchu’s beautiful views. But hiking through the ruins will work up an appetite. After exploring Machu Picchu, the tour stops at the Sanctuary Lodge restaurant, just outside the gate to Machu Picchu. Sanctuary Lodge has a huge buffet with lots of options, making for a satisfying meal before you board the train and head back to Cusco.        

During its lifetime, Machu Picchu saw the rise and the fall of the Inca Empire. Machu Picchu was built in the 15th century, just before the Spanish arrived and took control of the surrounding region. Touring the vast complex of agricultural, residential, and religious buildings, it becomes clear Machu Picchu was a world unto itself, the busy last chapter of an accomplished civilization.

Entrance to Machu Picchu, guided tour, and lunch.

Train reservations, camera, comfortable walking shoes, and sunglasses.

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Sandboarding in Lima

Mix adventure with culture when your journey takes you to Lima, Peru. Old and new collide in this land of fine architecture, ancient sites, colorful culture, and award-winning cuisine. This cosmopolitan city offers you easy access to history and all the comforts of the modern world. So, you can explore how the world used to be, while still enjoying the perks of life circa now.

For such a chic city, you’d never think that you could enjoy a rugged and edgy adventure such as sandboaring just outside of Lima. Offered twice a day, in the morning and the afternoon, all of the details are taken care of for you — from transportation to equipment; all you have to do is show up ready to have an awesome time with your signature of release documents in hand…safety first!

The first tour begins at 07:00 a.m. and ends at 13:30 p.m. The second tour begins at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 19:30 p.m. Your itnerary is as follows:

07:00 am – 07:50 am | 01:00 pm – 01:50 pm
Pick up from your hotel by a professional driver. You and your group will follow the Panamericana Sur until you reach your tour’s sandboarding shop.

07:50 am – 08:20 am | 01:50 pm – 02:20 pm
The professionals at the shop will match you with the equipment best suited to you, and will provide you with instructions and safety training.

08:30 am – 09:10 am | 02:20 pm – 03:10 pm
Depart from the sandboarding shop and travel for another 44 miles (72 km) until you reach the Chilca dunes.

09:10 am – 09:30 am | 03:10 pm – 03:30 pm
Upon arrival at the dunes, it is necessary to reduce your tire pressure before officially entering the desert and heading to the sandboarding park.

09:30 am – 10:30 am | 03:30 pm – 04:30 pm
Up for a little ‘before’ and ‘after’? Let your instructor take some photos during free time before your adventure begins. Then do some stretches before you start boarding down small dunes; this will help you understand how to control your speed and ability to slow down.

10:30 am – 11:30 am | 04:30 pm – 05:30 pm
Time to tackle the full-size dunes. Save your energy for the task ahead of with a 4x4 ride up to the top of the dunes. Save the trekking for Machu Picchu.

11:30 am – 01:30 pm | 05:30 pm – 07:30 pm
All good things must come to an end. Time to inflate the tires, return your equipment back to the sandboarding shop, and head back to Lima. You *will* have the opportunity to freshen up and exchange photos of your amazing adventure.

This vacation, go somewhere beautiful and do something extradordinary; expand your horizons when you go off the beaten path and try an exciting new adventure courtesy of one of Peru’s most cosmopolitan cities — book the sandboarding half day tour at the Chilca dunes today! Your trip gets even better when you let your Anywhere Local Expert manages all of your tours, accommodations, and transportation. Spend more time enjoying the journey and less time on travel logistics.

*Note: If there’s rain, a special liquid wax is used on the boards, allowing you to still enjoy your tour. Bring a USB for your share of the photos!*

Want to enjoy a new adventure with a minimal learning curve? If you’re an avid snowboarder or ski racer, then prepare for a unique adventure. Outside of Lima, Peru is where you’ll find the dunes of Chilca. Glide across their golden sands on a board and conquer a new terrain overlooked by many adrenaline junkies. New to the sport? Don’t worry, children as young as 5 years old can take part in the tour, so beginners are definitely welcome!

Sandboarding in Lima - Half Day Tour

Pick up and return to your hotel in a 4x4 truck (Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, Surco and nearby areas); professional driver; professional equipment (snowboards, bindings, boots and helmet); professional sandboarding instructor; GoPro photos and videos; first aid kit, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages.

IT DOES NOT INCLUDE: meals or tipping.

It is not allowed to show up on the day of the tour intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.

Sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable sportswear (long pants or shorts with pocket), long socks, a thin coat (at the end of the afternoon you can feel the cold). Please bring a protective bag for your camera or cell phone.

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Palomino Islands Tour

This tour leaves from Callao. You’ll board a yacht here and settle in for a ride to the islands. The yacht has two floors and is very comfortable. There are places to sit throughout the whole thing, including in the bow and in the rear. There is also a bathroom, living room, and kitchen on the first floor.    
  
The ride out to Islas Palomino takes about 1.5 hours. On the way you’ll pass several other islands, including Islas San Lorenzo, Islas El Fronton, and Islas Cavinzas (which is usually covered with seabirds). Guides will explain the significance of the islands and offer you snacks and drinks.    
  
You’ll eventually arrive at Islas Palomino and see sea lions covering the island and swimming in the water. In fact, around 8,000 sea lions live here. Your guides will teach you how to get into the water and swim with the sea lions. Don’t worry – these are very friendly animals! You’ll be able to watch them dart, jump, and swim all around you. It’s very exciting and exhilarating.    
  
After swimming with the sea lions for about 40 minutes, you’ll get back on the boat and return to Callao. In total, this tour takes about 4 hours. 

On this tour you’ll take a yacht out to Islas Palomino to swim with sea lions. This is a unique experience, and one that you’re not likely to forget.
Notice schedule: From Monday to Friday : Meeting Time 10:30 AM and embarkimng time at 11:00AM. Pick up time would around10:00 AM.
On Saturdays and Sundays: Meeting time 09:30 AM and embarking time at 10:00 AM. Pick up time would be around 09:00 AM.
From December (when Summer comes) it would be open a new departure  in the afternoon, please check the departure time.

Life jacket, guide, and boat transportation.

Swimsuit, jacket, hat, sunscreen, towel, sneakers or shoes with rubber soles, camera, and sunglasses.

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Adventure Sports
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Romantic Moments
Mind-blowing Vistas
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