This is an unforgettable journey through Peru's diversity and history. We'll get to know the capital city Lima, Arequipa, Cusco, the ancient Inca capital, and finally the mystical Lake Titicaca, with its floating islands.
Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Maras, Rainbow Mountain, Lake Titicaca and Arequipa
Peru, 13 Days · Classic tour
Explore the essence of Peru by visiting Lima, Arequipa, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Salineras, and Lake Titicaca
Departure date:Departures from August 2026 till December 2026
Departures from:London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow
Travel details
City of origin - Lima
Day 1: Departure with destination Lima. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Lima
Day 2: Breakfast. Departure at 9.00 am for sightseeing tour of the city. We'll start off with the impressive Huaca Pucllana and then head to the centre of Lima, passing through the neighbourhoods of San Isidro, Lince and Cercado, where we'll see the Palace of Justice, Lima Art Museum, the Museum of Italian Art, the French Palace, and Plaza San Martin. During the tour, we'll visit one of the main catacomb. Once the visit is over, return journey to the hotel. Accommodation.
Breakfast
Lima - Cusco
Day 3: Breakfast. Airport transfer at the prearranged time for the flight to Cusco. Arrival and afternoon at leisure. Accommodation.
Breakfast
Cusco - Sacred Valley
Day 4: Breakfast and departure to the mystical Sacred Valley of the Incas, making a brief stop en route at the Taray Viewpoint to enjoy the spectacular views. Onward to Pisac, and descent to the traditional market. Lunch in Urubamba. In the afternoon, we'll set off for Ollantaytambo Fortress. We'll also stroll through the streets of the village that has preserved traces of the former military, religious, and cultural centre of the Inca Empire. After the visit, transfer to the hotel in Ollanta. Accommodation.
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Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Day 5: Breakfast. Today will be one of the most anticipated days by many travellers! Morning transfer by tourist train to Aguas Calientes. Arrival and transfer by bus to the magical Sanctuary of Machu Picchu for a guided tour. Afterwards, time at leisure to wander around the city. Descent to Aguas Calientes and return by tourist train to Cusco in the afternoon. Arrival. Accommodation. Note: due to the preservation regulations of Machu Picchu and the daily limit of visitors, there are different routes to visit the area. An attempt will be made to confirm circuit 2 that runs through both the upper and lower parts of the archaeological site. In case of exceeding the capacity, circuit 1 will be confirmed, which includes the panoramic - upper part or 3 which includes the lower part of the venue.
Breakfast
Cusco - Maras - Moray - Cusco
Day 6: Breakfast. Morning departure to set off on a fascinating adventure to the Salinas de Maras, a truly surreal landscape
of salt terraces nestled in the Peruvian Andes. Afterwards, the tour will continue to the mysterious agricultural amphitheatre of Moray, a place that wows visitors with its circular terraces that were used by the Incas to experiment with different crops. This experience will give us an insight into the history and agricultural engineering techniques of the ancient Inca civilisation, while enjoying truly spectacular views. Accommodation.
Breakfast
Cusco - Mountain of Seven Colours - Cusco
Day 7: Today we'll discover one of the most amazing landscapes in Peru. Very early departure from Cusco. The adventure will take us through picture-postcard valleys and Andean communities. The jewel of this tour is Vinicunca, the Mountain of Seven Colours, with its layers of vibrant colours that create a truly surreal landscape. Delicious breakfast before setting off on a hike of approximately two hours, which will reward us with spectacular views and the chance to soak up the local culture. Lunch. In the afternoon, return journey to Cusco. Accommodation.
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Cusco - Puno
Day 8: Breakfast and departure to Puno along the so-called Route of the Sun, stopping en route in Andahuaylillas to see its Church of San Pedro, known as the Sistine Chapel of the Americas, and Raqchi to explore the Temple of Wiracocha. Lunch. Onward journey in the afternoon to La Raya, on the border between Cusco and Puno. Arrival in Puno. Transfer to hotel and overnight stay.
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Puno - Lake Titicaca - Uros and Taquile Islands - Puno
Day 9: Breakfast. Transfer to the port at the prearranged time and departure by boat to Lake Titicaca, stopping at the floating islands of the Uros. Onward to the island of Taquile with a typical fish-based lunch. Time at leisure to explore the island and get to know its inhabitants. Return journey to Puno. Accommodation.
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Puno - Arequipa
Day 10: Breakfast. Departure by road to Arequipa on a journey of approximately six hours. Arrival at the White City, with its colonial architecture and imposing volcanoes. Accommodation.
Breakfast
Arequipa
Day 11: Breakfast and city tour. We'll start at the majestic Plaza de Armas, home to the Cathedral and the Church of the Compañía de Jesú, famous for its impressive façade. Onward to the Monastery of Santa Catalina, an architectural gem, and the Carmen Alto Viewpoint, where we'll get to admire the breathtaking views of the Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanoes that surround the city. The last stop will be the Yanahuara district, famous for its viewpoint and the Church of San Juan Bautista. Accommodation.
Breakfast
Arequipa - City of origin
Day 12: Breakfast. At the prearranged time, transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
Breakfast
City of origin
Day 13: Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
Return flight.
Internal flight.
Tourist train ride, as per itinerary.
Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
Transfers according to the itinerary.
Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.
English-speaking local guide.
Diet: 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches.
Insolvency protection.
Your trip doesn't include
Tips.
Early check-in and late check-out at hotels.
Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Ibis Lima Larco Miraflores Hotel
10
- Excellent
Important remarks
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Peru.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Generally in Peru the accommodation in the triple rooms have two double beds or one double and one single bed and the quadruple accommodation has two double beds.
- Connecting International-International passengers at Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima must pay the Unified Airport Usage Fee (TUUA), which is approximately 12 USD (including IGV). To speed up the connection process, payment can be made in advance through the online platform provided by Lima Airport Partners. At the airport, payment can also be made at designated counters and mobile payment points located along the route to the boarding gates. When boarding, you must present the QR code obtained after completing the payment. More information at www.lima-airport.com.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- There's a limit of visitors per day for Machu Picchu and for Huayna Picchu. That's why it's important to have the details required for buying tickets as far in advance as possible (full passenger name, passport number, date of birth, and nationality), as the only way of guaranteeing admission is by buying these tickets. If we do not have the passport data from the date of booking confirmation, entry to Machu Picchu is not guaranteed.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.