Inti Raymi is an annual festival held in Cusco, Peru, on June 24th, which celebrates the winter solstice and the sun god, Inti, in the Inca religion. The festival has been celebrated since the time of the Inca Empire and was banned by the Spanish conquerors, but was revived in the 20th century as a symbol of Peruvian heritage and culture.
The festival begins at the Temple of the Sun “Qorikancha”, where participants dress in traditional Inca costumes and perform rituals and dances. The procession then moves to the Plaza de Armas, where a reenactment of the Inca ceremony is performed, including the sacrifice of a llama and the reading of coca leaves.
The ceremony culminates at the Sacsayhuaman fortress, where a large bonfire is lit and participants continue to dance and celebrate late into the night.
Inti Raymi is one of the most important cultural events in Peru and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world each year. It is a colourful and vibrant celebration of Inca heritage and tradition, and is an important part of Peruvian culture and identity.
If you’re interested in experiencing the rich cultural heritage of Peru, we would like to invite you to join in the festivities of Inti Raymi in Cusco. You’ll have the opportunity to witness the reenactment of an Inca ceremony, complete with traditional costumes, music, and dance, and witness the sacrifice of a llama. You’ll also be able to explore the ancient ruins and beautiful scenery of Cusco and the surrounding area.
The festival takes place on June 24th each year and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. It’s an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of Peru. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of Inti Raymi in Cusco!
Inti Raymi – Cusco, Sacred Valley of the Incas and Machu Picchu
Located deep in Peru’s Tambopata National Reserve, Sandoval Lake lodge overlooking sparkling, palm-rimmed Sandoval Lake.
On this Amazon trip in Peru, get to know Sandoval Lake, just half an hour by boat from Puerto Maldonado, is the park’s main attraction. We can find lodges to stay in and an observation tower to have a panoramic view of the huge landscape, which is home to macaws and river otters.
The Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Peru; a great body of water protected in the Tambopata National Reserve. It is home of a family of Giant Otters in danger of extinction, but we do have an excellent chance to see them during our stay.
The banks of the lake are populated by jungle and flooded Mauritia Palm forests, which are home to monkeys from six different species, as well as with a huge variety of colorful birds.
This visit to the Tambopata National Reserve allows us to look in Sandoval Lake and the surrounding area where we will see a wealth of wildlife in the reserve and learn about the Amazon rainforest. Our program for Tambopata tours includes walks through the forest trails by day, night, and through boat excursions around the margins of this extraordinarily beautiful lake.
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.*
Sandoval Lake Lodge 3days/2nights
Refugio Amazonas lodge lies deep within the rainforest — a luxurious oasis in the wilderness. With its wide variety of a la carte activities, the lodge is ideal for nature-lovers. And as the headquarters of our Citizen Science program, Wired Amazon, you even can contribute to science!
To begin your jungle tour, you take a quick plane trip from Lima or Cuzco to the Amazonian city of Puerto Maldonado, in Southeastern Peru. After we meet you at the airport, we’ll take you on a 1-hour road trip, followed by a tranquil 1-hour boating downstream on the Tambopata River, to arrive at our secluded rainforest lodge.
This place harbors some of the wildest, least impacted habitats in the Amazon and the world. It is on the short list of “must-see” nature destinations in Peru and South America. Because of that we highly recommend your to travel to Tambopata.
Planning travel to Tambopata however, can be confusing. There is a lot of information on the internet about the destination, the lodges and the Tambopata tours operators. There are also many synonyms. Tambopata is a river, a province and a national reserve. It is reached through the gateway city of Puerto Maldonado and is directly adjacent to another great nature destination: the Bahuaja Sonene National Park. And, Tambopata shares visits with two other good destinations of the Peruvian Amazon: Manu and Iquitos.
Enjoy the open wall facing the Amazon rainforest and awake with jungle sounds in the morning. Our room rates include all land and river transportation to/from Puerto Maldonado to the lodge thru our fixed departure shuttle service, guided activities in group, all meals, and accommodation. All rooms have private bathroom with hot shower and eco-friendly toiletries including biodegradable shampoo, conditioner, and liquid soap, safe deposit box and umbrellas.
After a day of jungle discovery on your amazon tour in Peru, you’ll be ready to enjoy the relaxing services we offer at Refugio Amazonas. As you lounge in an inviting hammock or get a massage with jungle ingredients, we’re your destination for restoring your mind and body. Our lodge boutique is filled with artisanal crafts, while our lobby bar features rainforest-inspired cocktails alongside classics like the Pisco Sour.
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.*
Refugio Amazonas Lodge 3days/2nights
Arequipa, Puno and Cusco are located in southern Peru, which makes it a perfect route to travel to Peru in a week.
Arequipa is located by one side of the Misti Volcano on the Andes Mountain Range. Arequipa (2.350 meters above sea level), is the capital of the department of Arequipa. The big old buildings, the temples, convents and monasteries are built with a volcanic lava material called « sillar ». Sillar has a white pearly color that the sun rays illuminate, which is the main reason why Arequipa is called « the White City ».
Puno, which is located in the south of Peru, was dominated by the Tiahuanaco culture. Puno is the maximum expression of the Aymara culture development. This can be appreciated in the archaeological remains found in this area.
The legend tells that from the Titicaca Lake waters emerged Manco Capac, the first Inca, and his wife Mama Ocllo, both children of the sun, to found the city of Cusco. They founded a huge empire as ordered by the sun god.
Cusco, is called the Archaeological Capital of America. It is a city that is opened to the world and coexists in special harmony with an urban place. Some Inca monuments like the Koricancha (Temple of the Sun), the Amaru Cancha (Fence of Snakes), the Kiswar Cancha and the Ajlla Wasi amongst others, are the treasures of the mixing races along with the Cathedral, the Temple of San Blas and La Merced Church and Convent.
This trip to Peru proposal concentrates the most representative and visited places in Peru, however, if you have more time we recommend you to check our trips to the north of the country or additional ones in Arequipa, Puno and Cusco.
**All our programs can be modified according to your requirements on duration, interests, activities, flight reservations or other additional destinations.**
Arequipa, Titicaca & Cusco 8days/7nights
Within the pristine Amazon Rainforest, our Posada Amazonas lodge connects you to the natural and cultural wonders of the Tambopata jungle. The lodge is conveniently located just two hours from Puerto Maldonado inside the private communal reserve of the Ese Eja Native Community of Infierno. Posada Amazonas offers a unique set of activities for your Tambopata tour and ample opportunities to observe wildlife and to discover ancient indigenous heritage where travelers can choose letting create your own personal adventure.
To begin your rainforest tour, you take a quick plane trip from Lima or Cusco to the Amazonian city of Puerto Maldonado, in Southeastern Peru. After we meet you at the airport, we’ll take you on a one hour road trip, followed by a tranquil hour boating on the Tambopata River, to arrive at our jungle oasis.
This Tambopata Reserve tour program is for those looking for a short introductory stay in the Amazon basin for 2 nights. Visit an ethnobotanical center run by a native community, an oxbow lake, and a canopy tower, among other activities other activities.
Our guides are biologists, tourism professionals, or community members. Unless noted otherwise, our guides speak English. We assign guides at 10:1 ratio in Posada Amazonas. This means groups smaller than 10 people will be merged with other groups under one guide. If you would like a private guide or a guide in a language other than English please let us know.
**NEW: Posada Amazonas have now a set of activities where you can choose from onsite letting you creating your own personal experience. Below a suggested expedition.**
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.*
Posada Amazonas Lodge 3days/2nights
An eco-luxury lodge in front of Madre de Dios River, Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica has 35 wooden cabanas inspired in the Ese’Eja culture. 540 bird species have been inventoried in hotel grounds, deep in the rainforest.
The property offers a varied selection of à-la-carte excursions, including a visit to the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, a bridge system at 30 meters above the ground, allowing adventurers to enjoy a privileged view of the Amazon. In 2013, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica was selected by National Geographic Traveler magazine among the world’s 25 best eco-lodges.
Travelling to Tambopata National Reserve offers a rare opportunity to discover a lively biodiversity of birds, mammals, reptiles, insects and trees. Record-setting numbers of animal species are concentrated within small areas, and the variety of plant life is greater than almost anywhere in the world. To help you experience the wonder of this enchanting place, we have prepared a suggested itinerary for your Tambopata tour.
Pristine, remote and yet easily accesible. Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica is adjacent to the lush Tambopata National Reserve, where the Madre de Dios river meanders through the Southern Peru rainforest region, known as the Biodiversity Capital of Peru.
A welcoming haven situated at the heart of a 17,000 hectare (42,008-acre) private ecological reserve, only a 25-minute flight from Cusco.
Puerto Maldonado, in the Southern Peruvian rainforest near the Bolivian and Brazilian borders, is the gateway to one of the world’s most remote and extraordinary tropical environments.
Your Tambopata tour will take you to the heart of the Tambopata National Reserve, where you will experience magnificent beauty in the sounds, scents, colors and solitude of the rainforest.
You will find yourself surrounded by a vast environment, connecting with nature in an entirely new way. As this may be your first rainforest experience, we have prepared a guide to help you enjoy your jungle trip to the fullest. Please take time to review it to enjoy an amazing Amazon experience.
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.*
Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica 3days/2nights
The Corto Maltés Lodge is located in Puerto Maldonado, in the department of Madre de Dios, near the Tambopata National Reserve.
The Corto Maltés Amazonía lodge has 27 comfortable bungalows built of wood, and are beautifully finished. Each bungalow is divided into rooms with single, double or triple occupancy. We also have two-storey bungalows with four rooms offering double or single occupancy and private bathrooms with separate entries, and terraces complete with hammocks.
Each bungalow and each room in Corto Maltés Lodge has a private bathroom with 24-hour hot water, and a large terrace with hammocks where you can enjoy the excellent view of the Madre de Díos River and the jungle surrounding us. The rooms also have mosquito nets to avoid unwanted insects, and battery LED lights on the bedside table and in the bathroom for the hours when there is no electricity. We are in the middle of the jungle where there are no city power lines. Our power is by generator for light, and is in operation at set-times throughout the day: from 7 am to 2 pm, and from 5 pm to 10:30 pm. In the shower there are body-wash soap dispensers. We have decided not to offer single-use bottles in order to avoid plastic and be more environmentally friendly. Privacy around each bungalow is guaranteed, with each being separated from other bungalows. If you carry valuables, each bungalow has its own lock-safe for peace of mind.
In this 3-day excursion of the tours in Peru we will be able to visit Lake Sandoval, located in the Tambopata National Reserve.
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.
Corto Maltés 3days/2nights
Discover Heliconia Lodge, one of the most exceptional lodges within the 40-hectare rainforest reserve at the Northen Peruvian Amazon. Experience authentic comfort during your rainforest amazon trip in Peru amidst the wildlife, islands and lagoons, a perfect place to begin your low impact Amazon adventure.
Explore the jungle on the Amazon tour in Peru and feel the wildlife first hand and appreciate the wonder of nature. Go trekking, birdwatching as well as looking our for pink dolphins.
Your expedition to the Heliconia Lodge offers a rare opportunity to see a totally different world, very detached from urban development, where you will discover an astounding sphere of sheer nature and an effervescent biodiversity of flora and fauna. To help you experience an astounding Amazon Adventure and make your enchanting rainforest foray worth its while, we have prepared this suggested itinerary for a short stay.
The name Peruvian Amazonia comes from the river that runs through its territory (the Amazon). This river runs through three countries: Peru, Colombia and Brazil. The Mismi mountain peak in Arequipa is the source of the Amazon River. It discharges into the Atlantic Ocean in Amapá, Brazil. The Amazon River is 7,062 km long and between 1.6 and 10 km wide during the dry season and up to 48 km wide or more during the rainy season which makes it the largest river in the world. The river discharges in a wide estuary that is 240 km wide.
*The order and schedules of the excursions can be modified according to your guide, and as seen fit through coordination with the management by considering the physical condition of the passengers, and the climate of the moment.
Heliconia Lodge 3days/2nights
Don’t miss this colourful and vivencial tour visiting Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Glamping.
Cusco, which is the capital of the Inca Empire, proudly holds the title of Archaeological Capital of the Americas since there isn’t another place in the whole continent where the monumental remains of a great culture are so easily accessible and in such good conditions. Cusco is also a museum-city provided with a mystical beauty given by the contrasts between the native and the western, the present and the past.
We can divide Cusco in three main destinations: Cusco city, with its ruins, temples, churches, mansions and archaeological complexes. Machu Picchu: “The Lost City of the Incas”, which is considered one of the archaeological gems of the world and the Sacred Valley of the Incas which has a nice weather, fertile lands, plains and wonderful views that are the frame for picturesque towns, impressive terraces and important archaeological complexes. These archaeological complexes include:
Yucay, with its intact Inca terraces at the back of the town;
Pisac, the biggest Inca complex;
Ollantaytambo, military, religious and agricultural strategic center during the Inca Empire; Maras, salt mines that have provided Cusco with salt from pre-Inca times;
Moray, circular terraces that look like giant fingerprints used by the Incas to adapt plants to new climates. These are an evidence of the advanced agricultural levels reached by the Incas.
The Sacred Valley is the perfect place for outdoor sports such as canoeing, mountain bike, climbing, treks etc., due to its warm weather and peculiar geography.
On this Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Glamping tour you will enjoy the city, the ruins and you will share with local people their culture.
**All our programs can be modified according to your requirements on duration, interests, activities, flight reservations or other additional destinations.**
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Glamping 8days/7nights
Don’t miss this colourful experience visiting Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake and the Rainbow Mountain. This tour is for adventure people.
Cusco, which is the capital of the Inca Empire, proudly holds the title of Archaeological Capital of the Americas since there isn’t another place in the whole continent where the monumental remains of a great culture are so easily accessible and in such good conditions. Cusco is also a museum-city provided with a mystical beauty given by the contrasts between the native and the western, the present and the past.
We can divide Cusco in three main destinations: Cusco city, with its ruins, temples, churches, mansions and archaeological complexes. Machu Picchu: “The Lost City of the Incas”, which is considered one of the archaeological gems of the world and the Sacred Valley of the Incas which has a nice weather, fertile lands, plains and wonderful views that are the frame for picturesque towns, impressive terraces and important archaeological complexes. These archaeological complexes include: Yucay, with its intact Inca terraces at the back of the town; Pisac, the biggest Inca complex; Ollantaytambo, military, religious and agricultural strategic center during the Inca Empire; Maras, salt mines that have provided Cusco with salt from pre-Inca times; Moray, circular terraces that look like giant fingerprints used by the Incas to adapt plants to new climates. These are an evidence of the advanced agricultural levels reached by the Incas.
The Sacred Valley is the perfect place for outdoor sports such as canoeing, mountain bike, climbing, treks etc., due to its warm weather and peculiar geography.
On this tour, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake & Rainbow Mountain tour, you will climb, descend and trek the mountains.
**All our programs can be modified according to your requirements on duration, interests, activities, flight reservations or other additional destinations.**
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Humantay Lake & Rainbow Mountain 8days/7nights
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