Best of Peru
An upscale tour of Peru: Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley & Macchu Picchu, Puno & Lake Titicaca. Explore the Amazon on the optional extension to Puerto Maldonado.
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | Active, History & Culture, Grand Tours | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour involves a significant amount of walking or hiking, often on uneven terrain, and reaches high altitudes requiring a high level of physical fitness to fully enjoy the trip. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
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Discover Peru's ancient wonders and natural beauty on this 10-day South American journey. Step back in time as you explore one of the most impressive archaeological discoveries, Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas. Travel 11,000 feet above sea level to the capital of the ancient Inca Empire, Cusco, then explore the floating island of Uros on stunning Lake Titicaca. Go the extra mile and join our new optional extension to Puerto Maldonado, the Capital of Biodiversity and a gateway to the Amazon jungle.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from Miami via LATAM Airlines, including airline taxes & fees
- All flights within Peru
- All ground transportation & transfers
- 9 nights in Superior and Deluxe hotels with private bath
- 14 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
- Vistadome train to/from Machu Picchu
- Comprehensive guided sightseeing tours including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking tour directors & guides
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
- Afternoon excursion to The Site Museum of Yucay
- Optional Tambopata & Puerto Maldonado post-tour Extension
Why you'll love it
- Spend your day exploring modern and colonial Lima, from the Monastery of San Francisco and the Plaza Mayor to the grand Cathedral of Lima and the fashionable districts of San Isidro and Miraflores.
- Haggle for handmade traditional crafts in Pisac's busy market.
- Tour the well-preserved ruins of Ollantaytambo, once a stronghold of Inca resistance to Spanish colonization.
- Learn about the traditional techniques of weaving, dyeing and spinning in Chinchero's vibrant artisan weaver’s complex.
- Explore awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, a sprawling Inca citadel built on steep escarpments shrouded by mist.
- Visit Sacsayhuaman, an Inca fortress built with stone extracted from quarries over 12 miles away.
- Discover Cusco, capital of the ancient Inca Empire located at 11,000 feet above sea level.
- Interact with the Uros, an ancient people who build their homes, furniture, boats, and even the floating islands they live on with Lake Titicaca's abundant totora reed.
- Admire the beautiful woven goods created by Taquileños, the locals of the largest island on the Peruvian side of the lake, Taquile.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- 2 Lima
- 3 Cusco & Sacred Valley
- 4 Sacred Valley
- Optional Excursion: The Site Museum of Yucay , $36
- 5 Machu Picchu
- 6 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Second Visit to Machu Picchu , $125
- Optional Excursion: Second Visit to Machu Picchu & Huayna Picchu , $145
- 7 Cusco
- 8 Cusco & Puno
- 9 Puno & Lake Titicaca
- 10 Puno & Depart Peru
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Arrive Lima
- Depart the USA on your flight bound for Lima
- Arrive in Lima, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel
Day 2 Lima
- City tour of modern and colonial Lima
- Group dinner at a local restaurant
The Westin Lima Hotel & Convention CenterBreakfast & dinner
Day 3 Cusco & Sacred Valley
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco
- Explore Pisac Market and shop for unique crafts and taste a Peruvian empanada
- Continue to Ollantaytambo and tour the fortress and ruins
Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle SagradoBreakfast
Day 4 Sacred Valley
- Visit the ancient village of Chinchero and weavers market
- Visit the sites of Maras or Moray
- Spend the afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion
Tambo del Inka, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Valle SagradoBreakfast
Day 5 Machu Picchu
- Transfer to Ollantaytambo station to board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo HotelBreakfast & dinner
Day 6 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Spend the morning at leisure or optional second visit to Machu Picchu
- Return to Ollantaytambo station by Vistadome train then transfer to Cusco by bus
Palacio del Inka Luxury CollectionBreakfast
Day 7 Cusco
- Morning at leisure
- Afternoon city tour of Cusco
- Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress & Puka Pukara
Palacio del Inka Luxury CollectionBreakfast & dinner
Day 8 Cusco & Puno
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Juliaca via Lima
- Free time to explore the city of Puno and grab a bite to eat
- Transfer to your lakeside resort for check-in
GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Puno & Lake Titicaca
- Morning tour of Lake Titicaca and the floating island of Uros & Taquile
- Afternoon at leisure
- Join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner
GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 10 Puno & Depart Peru
- Morning at leisure
- City tour of Puno
- Transfer to the Juliaca airport for your flight to Lima
- Arrive in Miami later tomorrow morning
Breakfast
Tambopata & Puerto Maldonado Post-Tour Extension
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Day 10 Puno & Lima
- Morning at leisure
- City tour of Puno
- Transfer to the Juliaca airport for your flight to Lima
Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima AirportBreakfast
Day 11 Lima & Puerto Maldonado, the Amazon
- Return to the airport via the sky bridge for your flight to Puerto Maldonado
- Enjoy an immersive introduction to the rainforest on a nature walk along the lodge's trail system
- Discover the nocturnal side of the Amazon during a twilight riverboat ride
Inkaterra Reserva AmazónicaBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 12 Tambopata National Reserve & Lake Sandoval
- Relax during a canoe ride on Lake Sandoval
- Explore the canopy walkway and anaconda walk
Inkaterra Reserva AmazónicaBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 13 Puerto Maldonado
- See how local farmers grow forest fruits at Gamitana Farm and Creek
- Visit Hacienda Conception's bio-orchard, boasting over 200 different plant species
- Board a canoe in search of turtles, herons, and other wildlife
- Explore the rainforest by night on a guided excursion
Inkaterra Reserva AmazónicaBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 14 Depart Peru
- Spend the morning at leisure
- Visit a butterfly farm
- Transfer to Puerto Maldonado airport for your overnight return flight via Lima
Breakfast & lunch
Important Notes
- The high altitudes reached on this trip (Cusco is at 11,000 feet above sea level) and the amount of walking involved, often on uneven terrain, requires that you be in good physical condition to fully enjoy the trip. We strongly suggest that you consult your physician if you have any concerns regarding your ability to handle these conditions.
- In order to visit so many of Peru's must-see sights, this tour requires several long bus rides as well as early morning departure times in order to comply with flight and train schedules. Your patience and understanding are appreciated.
Hotels
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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