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Epic Peru

Many travelers dream of their next destination being Peru. This journey lets you discover the  multifaceted Peru covering the popular tourist sites plus more remote hidden gems.

Highlights

  • 21 Day Adventure
  • Vibrant and dynamic Lima, Half Day Historical City Tour
  • Museo Larco (Larco Museum), home to an impressive collection of pre-Columbian art
  • Paracas National Reserve & Ballestas Islands
  • Flight over the Nazca Lines
  • Cruz del Condor Viewpoint
  • Full-day boat tour of Lake Titicaca
  • Raqchi, an ancient Incan archaeological site and Andahuaylillas
  • Village of Maras, where you will explore the Salineras,
  • Ollantaytambo, you will board the PR Expedition Train for your journey to Machu Picchu
  • Imperial Inca Ruins and Machu Picchu
  • Ambomachay, and the defensive complex of Puka Pukara.
  • Lake Titicaca & Floating Islands
  • Inkaterra Ecological Reserve
  • Puerto Maldonado & Amazon adventure
  • Itinerary Overview - click for more

    Day 1 — Lima | Arrival & Miraflores Arrive at Jorge Chávez International Airport, where you will be met by your private driver and transferred to your hotel.
    Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring Miraflores at your own pace.  Overnight: Lima

    Day 2 — Lima | City Tour & Larco Museum Enjoy a half-day guided Lima City Tour. Visit the renowned Larco Museum, housed in a beautiful colonial-era mansion and home to an impressive collection of pre-Columbian art. Aftenoon is free to explore Lima independently or relax at the hotel.  Overnight: Lima

    Day 3 — Lima – Paracas – Ballestas Islands – Ica  Today, travel by comfortable bus from Lima to Paracas, a scenic journey along Peru’s Pacific coast.  Enjoy a boat excursion to the Ballestas Islands.  Look for sea lions, penguins, and a variety of seabirds as you cruise. Continue by bus to Ica, located on the edge of the Peruvian desert.  Overnight: Ica

    Day 4 — Ica | Huacachina & Desert Adventure – Nazca Visit the spectacular Huacachina Oasis, a desert lagoon with towering sand dunes.  Experience a dune buggy ride, sandboarding adventure across the landscape “Oasis of America,” Huacachina is one of Peru’s most unique natural and adventure destinations. In the evening, travel by bus to Nazca. Overnight: Nazca

    Day 5 — Nazca – Arequipa | Nazca Lines Flight Spectacular Flight over the Nazca Lines. See enormous figures depicting animals, plants, and geometric shapes whose purpose continues to fascinate researchers.  After the flight, board a bus for the approximately 9-hour journey to Arequipa, traveling through the changing landscapes of southern Peru.  Overnight: Arequipa

    Day 6 — Arequipa | The White City  Enjoy a half-day Arequipa City Tour. Discover why this colonial city is known as the “White City.” Visit the remarkable Santa Catalina Monastery.  The remainder of the day is free to enjoy Arequipa. Overnight: Arequipa

    Day 7 — Arequipa – Colca Canyon | Cruz del Condor
    Depart early for the spectacular Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world.  Travel through Andean landscapes, stopping at scenic viewpoints. Traditional villages along the way. Visit the Cruz del Condor, to watch majestic Andean condors soaring over the canyon. Continue to Colca Lodge. Time Relax in the natural hot springs surrounded by mountain scenery. Overnight: Colca

    Day 8 — Colca – Puno | Andean Highlands After breakfast, continue your journey to Puno. Enjoy panoramic views.  Arrive in Puno, located on the shores of Lake Titicaca, and settle into your hotel.  Overnight: Puno

    Day 9 — Puno | Lake Titicaca, Uros & Taquile Island
    Discover beauty and culture of Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake. Visit the Uros Floating Islands and  Taquile Island, rich cultural heritage. Return to Puno in the late afternoon.  Overnight: Puno

    Day 10 — Puno – Cusco | Sun Route  Travel Puno to Cusco along the scenic Sun Route through the Peruvian Andes.  Visit Raqchi, an important Inca archaeological site known for the Temple of Wiracocha, and Andahuaylillas, home to colonial church often called the “Sistine Chapel of the Andes.”  Continue to Cusco and arrive in the afternoon. Overnight: Cusco

    Day 11 — Cusco | City & Inca Heritage  Cusco half-day guided historic city tour.  Visit Qorikancha, Cusco Cathedral in the Plaza de Armas. Continue to the surrounding archaeological sites, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo and Tambomachay. Overnight: Cusco

    Day 12 — Cusco – Maras – Moray – Salineras – Sacred Valley  Explore some of the most fascinating landscapes and archaeological sites around Cusco.  Visit Moray, famous for its extraordinary circular agricultural terraces. Maras and the spectacular Salineras. These salt pans have been used since Inca time. Continue to the Sacred Valley.  Overnight: Sacred Valley

    Day 13 — Sacred Valley – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes  Scenic transfer to Ollantaytambo, where here you board the Expedition Train to Aguas Calientes. Beautiful views of the Sacred Valley as the train follows the river through Andean scenery.  Arrive in Aguas Calientes, free time to explore the town and browse its markets.  Overnight: Aguas Calientes

    Day 14 — Machu Picchu – Cusco
    Enjoy a guided visit to Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ancient Inca citadel, including its temples, plazas, terraces, and extraordinary mountain setting. Time for included Lunch.  Afternoon board the train back toward Cusco, enjoying spectacular views of valleys, rivers, and mountains along the way. Overnight: Cusco

    Day 15 — Cusco – Puerto Maldonado | Amazon Arrival  Transfer to airport for your flight to Puerto Maldonado.  Upon arrival, travel to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, a tranquil eco-lodge surrounded by the Amazon rainforest. A short boat journey along the Tambopata River brings you to the lodge.  Check-in and an orientation about the rainforest and the lodge. Enjoy dinner before embarking on a guided night walk to discover the fascinating nocturnal world of the Amazon.  Overnight: Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

    Day 16 — Amazon | Rainforest Walk & Canoe Excursion  Set out on a guided rainforest walk. Learn about the Amazon’s remarkable biodiversity, and fascinating wildlife while exploring the lush forest.  Afternoon enjoy a canoe excursion along the jungle waterways, keeping an eye out for capybaras, caimans, river birds, and wildlife.  Return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing eveningin the rainforest.  Overnight: Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

    Day 17 — Amazon | Canopy Walkway & Ecological Reserv  Today visit to the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, a series of suspended bridges high above the forest floor. Enjoy a unique perspective of the rainforest and look for toucans, monkeys, sloths, and other canopy wildlife.  Guided Jungle Walk through the Inkaterra Ecological Reserve.  Evenng enjoy dinner at the lodge, followed by an optional night walk or stargazing experience.  Overnight: Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

    Day 18 — Amazon | Tres Chimbadas Lake & Local Community  Travel by boat to Tres Chimbadas Lake. Peaceful Amazonian setting where you may have the chance to spot giant river otters and wildlife. Visit a nearby local community, gaining insight into traditional customs, daily life, and local craftsmanship. Return to the lodge relax and enjoy a traditional dinner. Overnight: Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

    Day 19 — Puerto Maldonado – Lima  Enjoy an early-morning rainforest walk or short excursion.  After breakfast, transfer by boat and vehicle to Puerto Maldonado Airport for flight to Lima. Arrival, meet your private driver and transfer to your hotel. Overnight: Lima

    Day 20 — Lima | Leisure Day  Enjoy a free day in Lima. Take the time to revisit your favorite areas, explore local neighborhoods. Overnight: Lima

    Day 21 — Lima | Departure After breakfast, check out and meet your private driver for your transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Included

  • 4* Hotels with daily breakfast
  • Meals Lunch and dinners as noted in the program
  • Shared Tours & Transfers

Not Included

  • International flights and domestic if not listed in the inclusions.
  • Additional activities or optional tours Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
  • Travel insurance - Personal expenses (shopping, beverages, tips, etc.) Dinners (except when explicitly mentioned — here none are included)
  • Entrance fees ( not clearly specified — often included, but not explicitly written here)
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, travel insurance, etc.
  • Payment for baggage reloading

Hotels or Similar 4****

  • Lima Hilton Garden Inn Lima Miraflores - Standard, Ica Las Dunas - Standard, Nasca Casa Andina Standard
  • Arequipa Casa Andina Select Arequipa - Superior, Colca El Refugio Hotel Colca - Standard, Puno Casa Andina Premium Puno - Superior
  • Cusco Xima Hotels Cusco - Standard, Sacred valley La Casona de Yucay - Standard, MachuPicchu El Mapi Hotel By Inkaterra - Superior Deluxe

2026 Dates & Rates USD

Rates Starting From
$5500 pp based on double

Prices are per person in U.S. Dollars.   Minimum 2 passengers.
Rates asubject to change based on hotel availability. High season surcharges may apply.
Note:  Rates not valid at Christmas, New Year, Easter, Carnival or long weekends.

 


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