Accommodation
All accommodation throughout the extension.
Please start over to begin a new reservation.
YOUR BLUEPRINT TO BECOMING MORE
You've just climbed Machu Picchu, and now the Peruvian adventure continues. From 5,000m high in the Rainbow Mountains, to sandboarding in the Desert Oasis of Huacachina. This 6 day extension is the perfect way to continue your adventure, and get to know more of Peru.
SWIPE FOR THE FULL EXTENSION TRIP ITINERARY (6 DAYS)
01 Day 1
02 Day 2
03 Day 3
04 Day 4
05 Day 5
06 Day 6
07 COST BREAKDOWN
01 Day 1
Bean to Bar chocolate workshop & Pisco sour making class
After lunch, you'll take part in the "Bean to Bar" Chocolate workshop - two-hour group workshop where you will learn the origin of chocolate and its history; even preparing drinks like the Maya and Conquistadores used to, and explore the chocolate making process, starting from the cacao tree in the jungle, before making your own Chocolates with 15+ flavours.
To finish the day, you will attend the famous Pisco Sour masterclass at the Museo del Pisco. This is considered to be Peru's national drink and a "must try" for anyone visiting.
Non-alcoholic options are also available.
What's included?
02 Day 2
Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
Today you'll head to the must-see area of Palccoyo, 5000m high - home to one of the world's only rainbow mountains. These mountains have 7 different colours naturally occurring from the various minerals in the ground - absolutely mind-blowing!
Round-trip transport from your hotel is included, as well as a local guide on the mountains who will show you the most picturesque places through a walking tour.
On a clear day, you can see the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate, Mariposa, Nevado del Inca and the diversity of this mountainous region. At the highest point of the trail, you can see the Bosque de Rocas (Rock Forest) with its unique formations.
What's Included?
03 Day 3
Maras Saltpans & Bus to Ica
Today, we will drive deep into the Sacred Valley, renowned for its spies due to the strategic location. You will take an old mule trail downhill to the amazing saltpans. Thousands of saltpans cover the whole of the hillside creating a stunning white landscape. They have been constantly worked since Inca times and were even mentioned in The Chronicles.
After returning to Cusco we will pack up and take an overnight luxury bus to Huacachina, Ica.
What's Included?
04 Day 4
Huacachina - Dune Buggy and Explore
Experience a unique desert Oasis in Huacachina - a non-negotiable stop for any traveller in Peru! With a vibrant nightlife and fantastic range of activities available during the day in the nearby dunes - this is the perfect way to end your jampacked adventure in Peru.
Enjoy relaxing by the pool with your new friends, before we hit the dunes on an epic sunset dune buggy tour!
What's Included?
05 Day 5
Huacachina - Sand Boarding and Explore
After a well-deserved lie-in, you have a final full day in Huacachina to relax and explore this rare gem of a location!
After lunch, we will hit the dunes again, but this time sandboarding! This activity is perfect for anyone - beginners or experts.
After, we'll head for an evening meal and party together to celebrate our final night.
What's Included?
06 Day 6
Huacachina Free Day and Bus to Lima
Our final day together! Say goodbye to the group, get those last minute souvenirs or climb atop the dunes for a final glimpse of the desert sun.
Return transport to Lima airport is included to get everyone to the airport in time for their return flights.
What's Included?
07 COST BREAKDOWN
Price: £750 pp
Secure your place with a deposit of just £50. Payment plans available.
What’s Included?
What’s Not Included?
All accommodation throughout the extension.
Breakfast included each day.
“Bean to Bar” workshop (includes 120g you’ll make yourself).
One drink made by you (non-alcoholic options available).
Full-day trip to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain.
English-speaking local guides for all organised activities.
Fees to included sites (Palccoyo + Maras Salt Pans).
All transport between activities and locations.
Sunset dune buggy tour in Huacachina.
Luxury overnight bus from Cusco to Ica.
Return bus from Huacachina to Lima.
Transfer to Lima Airport at the end of the trip.
Support from the Hardest Adventures team throughout the extension.