12-night From the Inca Empire to the Peruvian Amazon with the Nazca Lines Cruise/Land Package

Arrive in Lima where you will be met by your local guide.,

Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Pisco is the largest port between Callao and Matarani. There are two parts of this town, Pisco Pueblo with its colonial-style homes, and Pisco Puerto, which, apart from fisheries, has been replaced as a port by the deep-water Puerto General San Martin. From Pisco you can visit the Nazca Lines and Regional Museum of Ica, the Huacachina Lagoon, and Ballestas Island. This area was also home of the Paracas culture and in August 1820 in Pisco, the great liberator General San Martin landed on its coast, which became the birthplace of Peru's struggle for independence.

Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Nazca (Nasca) is located on the coast of southern Peru, and is the largest town in the Nazca Province. It is most famous for the Nazca Lines, the desert line drawings only visible from high elevations. Nazca is also famous for its complicated system of aqueducts, used to irrigate farmland as well as for home use, that are still functioning today.

Drive south along the scenic Pan-American Highway to Pisco, the wine capital of Peru, and take a guided two-hour flight over the Nazca Lines—a series of drawings of animals and geometric figures etched into the parched soil—some up to 1,000 feet long and believed by some to be the astronomical calendar of the ancient Peruvians. (Breakfast, Dinner),

The Paracas Bay is best known for the area known as "The Galapagos of Peru" or the Ballestas Islands Wildlife Reserve. The sea bird colonies and marine mammals that inhabit these barren and desolate islands are some of the most spectacular in the world, including the Guanay, Red-legged and Neotropic Cormorants, the Peruvian and Blue-footed Boobies, the Peruvian Pelican, several species of tern and gulls, including the Inca Tern, and several species of petrel. There are also breeding grounds of South American fur seals and sea lion as well as a small colony of Humboldt penguins. Other interesting wildlife less frequently seen on trips to the Ballestas includes sea turtles and albatross. On the way to Ballestas, you will be able to see the candelabra in the coastal sand dunes - one of the many giant petroglyphs that dot the landscape.

This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands—home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabra, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital — where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture. (Breakfast),

The Paracas Bay is best known for the area known as "The Galapagos of Peru" or the Ballestas Islands Wildlife Reserve. The sea bird colonies and marine mammals that inhabit these barren and desolate islands are some of the most spectacular in the world, including the Guanay, Red-legged and Neotropic Cormorants, the Peruvian and Blue-footed Boobies, the Peruvian Pelican, several species of tern and gulls, including the Inca Tern, and several species of petrel. There are also breeding grounds of South American fur seals and sea lion as well as a small colony of Humboldt penguins. Other interesting wildlife less frequently seen on trips to the Ballestas includes sea turtles and albatross. On the way to Ballestas, you will be able to see the candelabra in the coastal sand dunes - one of the many giant petroglyphs that dot the landscape.

This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands—home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabra, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital — where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture. (Breakfast),

The Ballestas Islands are a spectacular group of islands with many caves and arches, which provide shelter for thousands of seabirds and sea-lions. The islands are home to over 150 species of marine birds including the Humboldt penguin, cormorants, boobies and pelicans. Even condors have been known to visit. From the shores visitors can view a variety of sea life including sea-lions, dolphins and whales.

This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands—home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabra, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital — where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture. (Breakfast),

This morning, head to the Bay of Paracas and take a cruise to the Ballestas Islands—home to a wide variety of sea mammals and exotic birds. See the huge Candelabra, a candelabra-shaped etching on the Paracas cliffside. Later, return to Lima where you will have free time to explore the fascinating Peruvian capital — where high rises tower above ancient temples and colorful colonial architecture. (Breakfast),

Peruvian Treasures, Presidential Palaces, and Pizarro's Conquests. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes. This evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes. This evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes. This evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Alpacas, Llamas, and Ancient Rituals of the Andes. This evening, enjoy dinner featuring Andean and Western dishes with wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

The Urubamba valley is also named the Sacred Valley. It begins in the Urubamba's village and continues to Macchu Picchu.

Stone Temples and Formidable Fortresses. MACHU PICCHU: Andean Heights and Hidden Secrets of the Inca's Lost City. (Breakfast, Dinner),

The Urubamba valley is also named the Sacred Valley. It begins in the Urubamba's village and continues to Macchu Picchu.

Stone Temples and Formidable Fortresses. MACHU PICCHU: Andean Heights and Hidden Secrets of the Inca's Lost City. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu pueblo, and is located four miles away from Machu Picchu. The city was founded in 1901 as the railroad between Cuzco and Santa Ana was being built, in result, Aguas Calientes became a hub for the railroad’s machinery and home for those who worked it. Today, many people visit the city for its hot springs, or as a great starting point for those headed up to Machu Picchu.

Stone Temples and Formidable Fortresses. MACHU PICCHU: Andean Heights and Hidden Secrets of the Inca's Lost City. (Breakfast, Dinner),

A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco. (Breakfast, Lunch),

Aguas Calientes, also known as Machu Picchu pueblo, and is located four miles away from Machu Picchu. The city was founded in 1901 as the railroad between Cuzco and Santa Ana was being built, in result, Aguas Calientes became a hub for the railroad’s machinery and home for those who worked it. Today, many people visit the city for its hot springs, or as a great starting point for those headed up to Machu Picchu.

A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco. (Breakfast, Lunch),

A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco. (Breakfast, Lunch),

A Miraculous Sanctuary in a Tropical Mountain Cloud Forest. After lunch, return to the Sacred Valley by train and then continue on to Cusco. (Breakfast, Lunch),

Conquistadors, Churches, and the Colorful Culture of Peru. Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore Cusco's colorful culture. (Breakfast, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Travel to Nauta and embark the luxurious vessel, the Delfin III, to cruise the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and convenience. Settle in to your spacious suite before meeting your onboard Naturalist and cruise director. Later, onboard, enjoy an unforgettable dinner featuring Peruvian cuisine with the freshest local ingredients. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Nauta is a bustling small town on the shores of the Maranon river in the Peruvian Amazon. This town is perfect for visitors intersted in nature and small town culture. Visitors can hire a boat from Nauta and experience the majestic forests, mountains and lakes. For the gastronomically inclined, this region of Peru is especially known for its delicious spicy cuisine.

Spider Monkeys, Pink Dolphins, and Peru's Favorite Cocktail. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Scenic Cruising

Exotic Birds, Night Creatures, and Natural Remedies. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),

Scenic Cruising

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

Nauta is a bustling small town on the shores of the Maranon river in the Peruvian Amazon. This town is perfect for visitors intersted in nature and small town culture. Visitors can hire a boat from Nauta and experience the majestic forests, mountains and lakes. For the gastronomically inclined, this region of Peru is especially known for its delicious spicy cuisine.

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

A Manatee Introduction and an Amazon Farewell. (Breakfast),

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast),