Wonders of Peru Pilgrimage – Under the Spiritual Direction of Fr. Jerry Wooton

Flights to Lima: Today we depart for our flights to Lima with meals and beverages served aloft. Upon arrival at Lima airport and after visa formalities we are greeted by our TSTC representative and continue to our hotel to check-in and for time to rest.

Overnight: Lima (Dinner, based on arrival)

Our pilgrimage begins with a city tour of Lima, the oldest capital in South America, with a superb combination of Spanish Colonial and 19th century European architecture. Visit the Plaza de Armas of Lima, where we will see the Government and Municipal Palaces. Visit the nearby Lima Cathedral and San Pedro Church. Return to our hotel for overnight.

Overnight: Lima (Breakfast, Lunch)

This morning, we visit the Casa de Aliaga, one of the oldest and best-preserved mansions in South America. Continue to the Saint Dominican Convent and pray at the tombs of St. Rose of Lima and St. Martin de Porres. This afternoon, we celebrate mass at the Dominican Convent before returning to our hotel.

Overnight: Lima (Breakfast, Dinner)

Following a full breakfast we begin our day by traveling to the top of Cerro Saan Cristobal for a beautiful view of Lima then head to the Nazarenas Church. Built in 1655, the church was devastated by a massive earthquake, leaving only a mural of the Crucifixion unharmed. Visit the church and celebrate Mass. Continue to Los Descalzos Convent, built in 1595. End our day at the San Franciscan Convent including the basement of bones and Senor de los Milagros en el Santuario de Las Nazarenas de Lima.

Overnight: Lima (Breakfast, Dinner)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and take a flight to Cuzco. Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, join the orientation tour of Cuzco, the old capital of the Inca Empire. You will start your tour with a visit to the Coricancha, also known as the “Temple of the Sun” the construction of which was ordered by famous Inca Emperor Pachacutec (1438-1471). Temple was used as base for the construction of the Santo Domingo Convent upon the arrival of the Spaniards. Mass celebration will be held at the Santo Domingo Church (Convent).

Overnight: Cuzco (Breakfast, Dinner)

This morning after breakfast we move to the south of Cusco to discover the Andean Baroque Circuit, passing through different small towns and crossing beautiful natural landscapes. 19 kilometers from Cusco we will find the town of Huasao, known mainly for its tradition of witches or shamans. Later we will stop in the town of Oropesa, famous for making the typical chuta bread. We continue the trip to the Church of San Pedro Apóstol de Andahuaylillas. This beautiful temple was built in 1610 probably on an Inca sanctuary. The beauty of its gold leaf framed paintings and ceiling engravings gave it the nickname “America’s Sistine Chapel.” We continue to the colonial temple of San Juan Bautista de Huaro, built with adobe and simple stone in the second half of the 16th century approximately.

Among the most emblematic works of the site are ‘The Holy Family’ and ‘The Scene of the Last Judgment’, which includes Santa Rosa de Lima. At the end of the visit, we return to the city. This afternoon we walk to the Plaza de Armas for a guided tour in the Cathedral of Cusco, the most important building on the Main Square and the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cuzco.

Overnight: Cusco (Breakfast, Dinner)

After breakfast we drive to the Sacred Valley of Incas. Visit a popular religious shrine (Señor de Huanca) and celebrate Mass there. We will visit the historical town of Pisac with its colorful market. Lunch in Pisac. We then head to Ollanta station to take a train to Aguas Calientes which is the gateway city to Machu Picchu.

Overnight: Machu Picchu (Breakfast, Dinner)

After breakfast we will visit one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The legendary Lost City of Machu Picchu, the most famous archaeological site in all South America, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your first view of the ruins really does take your breath away. Enjoy exploring the ancient citadel, its corridors, ceremonial centers, and terraces with its tremendous view across the Urubamba River valley. Free afternoon at leisure before returning to our hotel for overnight.

Overnight: Machu Picchu (Breakfast, Dinner)

This morning we board our train to Ollantaytambo. Upon arrival we transfer to the inca town of Chinchero, famous for its local tradition of textiles. We visit a women’s cooperative to learn about this important heritage before transferring back to Cusco city. In the evening we have dinner at a local restaurant featuring a Peruvian Folklore Show.

Overnight: Cusco (Breakfast, Dinner)

This morning we take an early train back to Cuzco. Travel to the nearby ruins and the Fortress of Sacsayhuaman and the Cristo Blanco, spectacularly set above the city. We have a late lunch / early dinner before we transfer to the airport for your flights to Lima.

Overnight: Lima (Breakfast)

Today we visit the Larco Herrera Archaeological Museum, is considered a must for all editors and travel specialists, and undoubtedly one of the best museums in Latin America. Located in a viceregal mansion from the 18th century, built on a pre-Columbian pyramid from the 7th century, the Larco Museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens. Its new galleries exhibit the best and most complete collection of gold and silver of pre-Columbian Peru in the world, as well as its famous collection of ceramics. After free time for lunch we transfer to the Parks of Miraflores where we have a panoramic tour. We have time for shopping in the Indian Market and then return to our hotel for overnight.

Overnight: Lima (Breakfast)

Today we take an early morning flight with memories and keepsakes to last a lifetime.