Trip to Peru – 14 Days Discovering Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu & Arequipa

In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour through the main highlights of the Peruvian capital.
You’ll explore the three historical periods of Lima: pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern.
Visit Huaca Pucllana, the Historic Center, the Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the San Francisco Convent. Don’t miss its famous catacombs.
The tour ends with panoramic views of San Isidro, Miraflores, and the oceanfront complex Larcomar.

Night in Lima

Early morning departure by bus to Paracas.
When you arrive, take a speedboat trip to the Ballestas Islands. There, you can see the strange Candelabro geoglyph, seabirds, and groups of sea lions.
Continue to Ica and visit the stunning Huacachina Oasis, the only natural desert oasis in South America.
Enjoy an exciting buggy ride through the sand dunes and try sandboarding surrounded by breathtaking desert scenery.
Afterward, return to Lima by bus.

Night in Lima

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire.
Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to your hotel.
The rest of the day is free for acclimatization or to explore the historic streets of Cusco.

Night in Cusco

In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of Cusco’s most iconic sites.
Visit the Cathedral, which has valuable colonial art. Also, see the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun). It was the most important spiritual site of the Inca Empire.

Next, go to the nearby archaeological sites.

These include Sacsayhuamán, which is famous for its large stone walls.

You can also visit Q’enqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay, the Inca water temple.

After the tour, return to your hotel.

Night in Cusco

Early morning pick-up from your hotel to begin your full-day excursion through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Visit Pisac, famous for its colorful market and impressive archaeological site featuring agricultural terraces, an astronomical observatory, and the sacred Intihuatana (Sun Dial).
After lunch at a local restaurant, head to Ollantaytambo. This is an ancient fortress and Inca town. It has well-preserved streets and terraces.
In the evening, board the train to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town).
Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to your hotel.

Night in Aguas Calientes

Early breakfast at the hotel.
Meet your guide and board the bus to the citadel of Machu Picchu (30 min).
Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour of this amazing Inca site. You will see the agricultural zone, Sacred Plaza, Main Temple, and the Temple of the Three Windows.
After the guided visit, return to Aguas Calientes for lunch.
Later, board the train back to Cusco. Upon arrival, assistance and transfer to your hotel.N

Night in Cusco

A day at leisure to explore Cusco at your own pace.
We recommend visiting the San Pedro Market, the bohemian San Blas neighborhood, or participating in an Andean textile workshop.

Night in Cusco

Early morning departure toward Cusipata (3,339 m.a.s.l.).
Along the way, enjoy views of alpaca herds and traditional Andean villages.
Begin a 2.5-hour hike to the stunning Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), a natural wonder created by mineral sedimentation.
After taking some time for photos, go back to Llactoc. Enjoy a local lunch before returning to Cusco around 5:00 p.m.

Night in Cusco

Today’s tour begins with a visit to the Salt Mines of Maras, with over 3,000 salt pools used since Inca times.
Continue to Moray, an ancient agricultural laboratory of circular terraces where the Incas experimented with different crops and climates.
Return to Cusco in the afternoon.

Night in Cusco

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Arequipa. This city is called the White City because of its beautiful colonial buildings made of volcanic stone.
Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.

Night in Arequipa

Morning excursion to the Añashuayco quarries, where stonecutters still work with traditional tools.
Continue to Culebrillas Gorge, a narrow canyon with ancient Wari petroglyphs and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Return to Arequipa in the afternoon.

Night in Arequipa

Day 13: Full Day Colca Canyon Tour

Early departure toward the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons on Earth.
Stop in Chivay for breakfast and continue to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, where you can admire the majestic flight of the Andean condor.
Visit traditional villages like Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, as well as scenic viewpoints such as Antahuilque and Wayrapunko.
Optionally, enjoy the hot springs before returning to Arequipa in the evening.

Night in Arequipa

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima and your international connection.
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