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A 7-day plan for traveling to Peru πŸ‡΅πŸ‡ͺπŸ¦™

Day 1: Lima Arrive in Lima, the capital city of Peru. Spend the day exploring the historic center of Lima, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit landmarks such as the Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, and the San Francisco Monastery. Day 2: Paracas Take a morning bus to Paracas, a coastal town known for its natural beauty and wildlife. Take a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, where you can see sea lions, penguins, and a variety of seabirds. In the afternoon, visit the Paracas National Reserve, which is home to unique desert landscapes and marine ecosystems. Day 3: Huacachina Take a morning bus to Huacachina, a desert oasis located near the city of Ica. Spend the day sandboarding and dune buggying in the surrounding sand dunes. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Peruvian dinner and watch the sunset over the desert. Day 4: Nazca Take a morning bus to Nazca, a town famous for its mysterious Nazca Lines. Take a scenic flight over the Nazca Lines to see the ancient geoglyphs from above. In the afternoon, visit the Chauchilla Cemetery, where you can see mummies and artifacts from the Nazca culture. Day 5: Arequipa Take a morning bus to Arequipa, a colonial city located in southern Peru. Spend the day exploring the historic center, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Arequipa, and the Santa Catalina Monastery. Day 6: Colca Canyon Take a day trip to the Colca Canyon, which is one of the deepest canyons in the world. Visit the town of Chivay and its hot springs, and watch the Andean condors soar over the canyon. Day 7: Cusco Fly to Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire. Spend the day acclimatizing to the altitude and exploring the city's historic center, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit landmarks such as the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Cusco, and the Qorikancha Temple. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner and sample some of Peru's famous cuisine, such as ceviche and pisco sour.
Posted: Jul 13, 2023
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