09:00 City tour "Art & Tradition" (half-day) Waka-Wallamarku, Visit to the Cathedral and Santo Domingo Monastery We will drive through the main streets, squares, and avenues of the city. The tour starts at "Parque del Amor" in Miraflores with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Then, we will have a panoramic view of Waka-Pukllana, the ceremonial center of the ancient Lima culture. In San Isidro, the financial center of the city, we will visit Waka-Wallamarku, an ancient temple from the pre-Inca period. Next, we will continue our tour to the main square, where the Government Palace and City Hall are located. We will visit the Cathedral, a gem of religious art and a part of Lima's history. We will also explore the Santo Domingo Monastery, through whose corridors walked San Martin de Porres and Santa Rosa de Lima in the 17th century, and where their remains rest today. "After completing the tour - transfer to the selected restaurant for lunch (lunch cost not included). 14:00 Transfer to the Larco Museum. 14:30 Visit to the Larco Museum with a curator (duration approximately 2 hours). The Larco Museum is a mansion built on top of a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid. There, you will see treasures that have been exhibited in the most prestigious museums worldwide, organized by themes and techniques. The storage and a unique exhibition of pre-Columbian erotic ceramics are the main highlights of the museum visit. 19:30 - 20:45 Transfer to the "Rafael" restaurant with a Spanish-speaking driver. 21:00 Reservation for dinner (dinner cost not included). Return to the hotel with a Spanish-speaking driver."

Boarding the Aria Amazon Discovery Cruise. Designed by innovative architect Jordi Puig, the Aria Amazon is a river cruise ship custom-built to explore the Peruvian Amazon and the renowned Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve in absolute comfort and luxury - with minimal impact on the delicate Amazon River and the surrounding environment of the tropical forest. On board, 16 spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of the majestic Amazon River and tropical forests. The upper deck features various amenities, including a jacuzzi, covered lounge, bar, and an open observation deck. In the dining room, guests can also enjoy the finest Peruvian cuisine, featuring a comprehensive dining menu created by Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of Peru's most experienced chefs known for his use of products and ingredients from the Peruvian Amazon. Thanks to excursions for small groups of no more than eight people led by highly qualified naturalist guides, guests can be assured of the most enriching and life-enhancing encounters with wildlife in the Amazon rainforest. Our specially designed fleet of ergonomic private skiffs, skillfully navigated by our captain and crew, adds comfort to each wild exploration. "Day 7 Iquitos to Cusco Sacred Valley." In the morning, visit to the manatee rescue center and other jungle inhabitants. Then, transfer to the Iquitos airport. Check-in for the flight to Cusco (flight with a layover in Lima). Arrival in Cusco. Transfer to the Belmond Rio Sagrado Hotel, Terrace room, with breakfast included. Night in the Sacred Valley. "Day 8 Machu Picchu" "At the scheduled time, transfer to the Rio Sagrado station. Note: Clients must be at the station. Take the 'Vistadome' train to the town of Machu Picchu. 12:24 Upon arrival, we proceed to the station, take a bus to Machu Picchu (approximately 25 minutes). Embark on the Machu Picchu Tour." "17:00 Transfer by bus downhill to the town of Aguas Calientes. 17:50 Take the train to the Rio Sagrado station. Upon completion, transfer to Cusco (duration: 1.5 hours). Accommodation at the Belmond Palacio Nazarenas Hotel, Junior Suite, Bed and Breakfast."

Visit to the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park (approximately 3.5 hours) Visit to Tambomachay & panoramic overview of Puka Pukara. Next, we will continue our journey to the Temple of Coricancha, which will greet us with its magnificence. The Golden Enclosure, as its name signifies in Quechua, still allows us to sense the grandeur of its walls, which were once adorned with sheets of gold. From the Saint Blas quarter, the artisan's district, we will stroll along Hatun Rumiyoc Street, observing along the way the Inca Roca Palace, which today serves as the Archbishop's Palace. We will have time to appreciate the world-famous Twelve-Angle Stone. We will head to the main square to visit the cathedral, housing priceless colonial art.

Transfer to Mashpi Lodge with a driver. (Cloud Forest) (3 hours) The wonders awaiting visitors at Mashpi Lodge will delight even the most seasoned nature enthusiasts. Situated at an elevation of 950 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountainous and humid tropical forests, the lodge is enveloped in a plethora of plant species: from ferns and bromeliads to hundreds of orchid varieties, many of which have been discovered quite recently. There is an astonishing figure of 500 bird species, including 36 endemics, in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Monkeys, peccaries, and pumas inhabit the forest amidst waterfalls.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Quito with a driver. Transfer to Casa Gangotena Hotel. Sightseeing tour of Quito with a visit to the equator line. Duration of the excursion day including transfers – 8 hours. Altitude – 2800m. Average temperature - +20°C during the day, +10°C at night. During the city tour of Quito, you will witness captivating panoramas, churches, domes, and rooftops that are historical relics, and you will learn about colonial art, architecture, culture, legends, and traditions. Quito, the capital of Ecuador, was founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an Inca city and is located at an altitude of 2800m. Despite the earthquake in 1917, the city has the best-preserved and least-altered historic center in Latin America. The architecture and rich interiors are examples of the Quito School of Art, which represents a fusion of Spanish, Italian, Moorish, Flemish, and indigenous art. Artists of this school worked with stone and wood to shape the most important religious events. After an hour and a half of walking through the Old Town, exploring its streets, you will understand why Quito was the first city in the world to be included in the UNESCO Cultural Heritage list. Quito got its name from the Kichwa tribe that inhabited the region long before the Spanish conquest. In 1533, Sebastian de Benalcazar seized the city, which was initially the capital of the Inca Empire, and in 1541, it was elevated to the status of a Spanish city. Its full name is San Francisco de Quito. The city served as the capital of the Quito state until the end of Spanish colonial rule. The Franciscan order was the first of the orders to establish itself in Quito. The Franciscans immediately began the construction of a monastery, which became a center of education and art, hosting its own schools of painting and sculpture (the Church of San Francisco is visited during the tour). Around the main square Plaza Grande are the main buildings of the country: the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and the City Hall. We will visit the finest example of colonial art in the city - the Jesuit church, whose facade is covered with intricate carvings. Quito is the capital city with many contrasts, which you can appreciate by visiting the Old Town and the new districts. A beautiful view of the entire city will open up from the Panecillo viewpoint with the statue of the Virgin Mary with wings - the patroness of the city. We head to the 'Middle of the World' (equator line). 1.) Ciudad Mitad del Mundo. Ciudad Mitad del Mundo is a tourist and trade center where visitors can discover a monument built in memory of the 1736 geodetic expedition that determined the equator's passage at this location. The 'Middle of the World' tourist complex belongs to the prefecture of Pichincha province, Ecuador. It is located in the San Antonio parish of the Quito district, north of downtown Quito. Within the complex, the headquarters of the Union of South American Nations is under construction. Between 1979 and 1982, a 30-meter monument was erected, marking the spot where, it was believed, the equator passed. A line extending from the center of the monument indicates the equator, and over the years, countless tourists have crossed it. However, in reality, the entire structure is located 240 meters south of the actual equator, which was accurately determined in the 20th century thanks to the advent of GPS positioning. 2.) Intiñan Museum. In this museum, we will conduct a series of experiments explaining the influence of the equator on natural forces. You will also learn about the culture of ancient peoples, and we will see a series of totems from various South American cultures. Traditional dwellings from different cultures existing in the country are also displayed here, such as a house with items belonging to an indigenous family that lived in this area many generations ago. Return to the hotel. Free time.

SEA EXCURSION TO BARTOLOME ISLAND Early in the morning, you will depart from the hotel by bus to Itabaca Channel, where a yacht will be waiting for your departure. You are in for a day in a unique corner of the Earth with beautiful white sandy beaches, an otherworldly environment, a sea with crystal clear water, and a plethora of wildlife. During the two-hour boat ride, you will have a unique opportunity to have breakfast and witness the sunrise at sea. Also, in the early morning hours, you often have the chance to see dolphins and other sea creatures very close to the yacht. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) Disembarkation on the shore of Bartolome Island. A trek awaits you uphill for approximately 30 minutes; you will traverse an almost lunar landscape and reach the highest point of the volcanic island. From there, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Santiago, Seymour Norte, Baltra, Santa Cruz, Rabida Islands, and the islet of Chinese Hat, as well as the renowned Pinnacle Rock – the remnants of an ancient volcano. This place is a habitat for thousands of birds. The panoramic view from the summit is a symbol of the Galapagos Islands, captured by many photographers. Next - change of clothes for visiting the beach. During the boat ride, our guests will see Galapagos penguins (only 50 centimeters tall) standing at the base of the cliff or swimming at bullet speed in the clear waters of the ocean. Time for beach relaxation or snorkeling: the shallow sea allows you to swim and snorkel alongside Galapagos penguins, sharks, sea stars, rays, sea turtles, and a variety of exotic colorful fish. You will also have the opportunity to observe several species of the islands' permanent residents: marine iguanas, sea lions, pelicans, and much more. Lunch on board after this amazing adventure. Today's activities will conclude with a return to the hotel in the evening. You will have some free time to stroll around Puerto Ayora. Accommodation at the hotel (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Transfer to Baltra Airport for the return flight to Guayaquil. Arrival - self-transfer to the international flight terminal - check-in for the international flight. (breakfast)