Day 1: Arrival & First Plane Flight
We’ll pick you up from your Cusco hotel at 5:30 AM—early, but the Andes don’t mess around. After a quick coffee and some fresh coca tea (helps with altitude), you’re off on your first private plane ride. You’ll soar over the Sacred Valley, with its patchwork fields and snow-capped peaks, for about 90 minutes. The pilot’ll point out ancient Inca terraces and maybe even the Urubamba River snaking below.
After landing, we’ll head to a local eatery for breakfast—think quinoa porridge, fresh bread, and fruit. Then, you’ll get a virtual reality preview of your upcoming flights and paragliding routes—super cool way to see what’s coming. Afternoon’s for settling into your cozy Cusco lodge, with time to wander the city’s cobblestone streets. Dinner’s a Peruvian feast: ceviche, lomo saltado (or veggie stir-fry), and a pisco sour to toast the adventure.
Day 2: Machu Picchu & Cultural Tour
Day two’s all about history. After breakfast (more coca tea and empanadas), we’ll take a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, the gateway to Machu Picchu. A guided tour of the ancient Inca city awaits, with stories about its temples and terraces. You’ll have time to snap photos and soak in the misty mountain vibes. Lunch is at a local spot—think roasted guinea pig (or veggie quinoa stew) and fresh juices.
Afternoon’s back in Cusco, where we’ll visit a traditional Andean market. You’ll meet local weavers, try coca leaf tea with them, and maybe pick up a handwoven scarf. Evening’s chill at the lodge, with dinner featuring roasted alpaca (or a veggie option), mashed potatoes, and a creamy lucuma dessert. You’ll crash early to prep for tomorrow’s big adventure.
Day 3: Paragliding Over Machu Picchu
Here’s where the adrenaline kicks in. After a breakfast of pancakes and Andean coffee, we’ll head to a paragliding launch site near the Sacred Valley. You’ll get a full safety briefing and a tandem paragliding lesson with a pro instructor. Then, you’re off—gliding over Machu Picchu’s iconic peaks and terraces for 20-30 minutes. The view’s unreal, like floating through a postcard.
Post-flight, we’ll have a picnic lunch in the valley—sandwiches, local fruits, and some chicha morada (purple corn drink). Afternoon’s for a photography walk, where your guide’ll help you capture the Andes’ rugged beauty, no fancy camera needed. Dinner’s back at the lodge: grilled trout (or veggie curry), roasted corn, and a chocolatey dessert. You’ll sleep with the Andes in your dreams.
Day 4: Pilot Training & Plane Flight
Day four’s for feeling like a pilot. After breakfast (pastries and fresh smoothies), we’ll head to a small airstrip for a pilot training intro. You’ll learn the basics of handling a light aircraft—think controls and navigation—with a pro pilot. Don’t worry, you’re not flying solo, but you’ll get a taste of the cockpit life.
Then, it’s back to the skies for a second private plane flight, this time over the Andes’ high peaks and Colca Canyon. The 2-hour flight shows off condors soaring and deep gorges below. Lunch is at a mountain village—think hearty potato soup and local bread. Afternoon’s free to explore Cusco’s Inca ruins or chill at the lodge. Dinner’s a big one: Peruvian BBQ (or veggie skewers), quinoa salad, and a mango dessert under the stars.
Day 5: Final Flight & Farewell
Last day’s short but epic. You’ll take one more private plane ride, circling the Andes’ Vilcanota Range for about an hour. The morning light on the glaciers is something else. After landing, we’ll have brunch at the lodge—empanadas, fruit, and more of that Andean coffee you’re probably hooked on.
Before you go, you’ll watch a virtual reality recap of your flights, like a highlight reel of your Andean adventure. We’ll drop you back at your Cusco hotel by noon, leaving time to shop for alpaca sweaters or just soak in the memories. You’ll leave with epic photos and a heart full of Inca magic.
What’s Included
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Three private plane flights over the Andes
One tandem paragliding lesson and flight over Machu Picchu
Pilot training introduction session
Guided cultural tours (Machu Picchu and market visit)
Virtual reality flight previews and recap
Four nights in a cozy Cusco lodge
All meals, from Peruvian feasts to picnic lunches
Hotel transfers in Cusco
What to Bring
Warm layers (Andes mornings are chilly)
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Sunglasses and sunscreen (high altitude sun’s no joke)
Camera or phone for photos
A taste for adventure and history