Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Peru, where ancient traditions meet breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities. From Lima, the country’s renowned culinary and cultural capital, to the wildlife-rich islands of Paracas, and onward to the legendary Andes of Cusco and Machu Picchu, this tour offers a deep immersion into the spirit of the Inca world.

Choose the length of your stay with 7, 9, or 11-night options, and enjoy an itinerary that adapts to your pace and interests, blending guided highlights with free time and iconic experiences such as the Sacred Valley and the scenic train journey to Machu Picchu. Thoughtfully designed and well-balanced, this tour is perfect for both a first introduction to Peru and a deeper exploration of its rich heritage.

7-night tour: 

Day 1: Arrival in Lima 

Day 2: Lima 

Day 3: Lima → Paracas 

Day 4: Paracas → Ballestas Islands  → Lima 

Day 5: Lima  → Cusco 

Day 6: Cusco  → Sacred Valley 

Day 7: Sacred Valley  → Machu Picchu → Cusco 

Day 8: Departure from Cusco 

9-night tour: 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LIMA 

Welcome to Lima. Upon arrival, you will be warmly greeted and assisted at Lima Airport before taking your transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to relax and begin soaking in the atmosphere of Peru’s vibrant capital.

• Airport transfer to your hotel. 
• Overnight stay in Lima.

DAY 2: LIMA 

Enjoy a leisurely morning before setting out on a guided city tour of Lima. Discover the historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as you stroll through colonial streets and admire landmarks such as the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the Archbishop’s Palace. Visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, home to the relics of Lima’s most revered saints, and continue to the Larco Museum, one of Peru’s most important museums, showcasing an exceptional collection of pre-Hispanic art, including exquisite ceramics, textiles, and goldwork.

• Breakfast included. 
• Morning at leisure.
• Lima City tour included (departure: 2 pm - duration: 5 hours)
• Overnight stay in Lima.

DAY 3: LIMA → PARACAS 

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before taking your transfer to the bus station to board your journey to the coastal city of Paracas. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where you can settle in and take in the stunning coastal views. Enjoy a moment to relax, breathe in the sea air, and soak up the calm, scenic surroundings before beginning your exploration of this charming town, famous for its wildlife and striking desert-meets-ocean landscapes.

• Breakfast included. 
• Transfer to the bus station.
• Bus to Paracas included.
• Arrival in Paracas and transfer to your hotel. 
• Overnight stay in Paracas. 

DAY 4: PARACAS → BALLESTAS ISLANS  → LIMA 

Begin the day with a unique marine adventure, departing from El Chaco pier, which also offers a variety of local gastronomy. Your boat will first pass by El Candelabro, an enigmatic geoglyph etched into the sandy hills for over 2,500 years, once serving as a guide for sailors and now recognised as a Cultural Heritage of the Nation. Continue to the Ballestas Islands, a striking meeting point of desert and sea, home to remarkable rock formations and a rich diversity of wildlife. Observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and red-footed cormorants, along with numerous other endemic and migratory species, in their natural habitat. After this extraordinary encounter with Peru’s marine life, return to the pier and reflect on the stunning coastal scenery.

• Breakfast included. 
• Half-day excursion to the Ballestas Islands included (departure: 8 am - duration: approx. 3 hours). 
• Return to Lima by bus (approx. 4 hours). 
• Evening at leisure.
• Overnight stay in Lima.

Today you’ll fly to Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca Empire. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel, with time to rest and acclimatise to the high altitude.

In the afternoon, explore Cusco’s rich history with a visit to San Pedro Market, the city’s oldest market, then Koricancha, the Inca Sun Temple, later transformed into the Santo Domingo Convent. Continue to the Sacsayhuamán fortress and the ceremonial site of Kenko, before concluding at Cusco Cathedral, home to a remarkable collection of colonial art. This tour offers a captivating introduction to the city, where ancient traditions and vibrant modern life coexist.

• Breakfast included. 
• Transfer from your hotel in Lima to the airport.
• Flight to Cusco included.
• Transfer to your hotel in Cusco. 
• Half-day Cusco visit: San Pedro Market, Korikancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Kenko (departure: 1 pm - duration: 5 hours).
• Overnight stay in Cusco. 

DAY 6: CUSCO → SACRED VALLEY

Today, set off to explore the heart of the Sacred Valley, where ancient history and living culture meet. Visit Chinchero to learn about traditional textiles, from natural dyes to weaving techniques passed down through generations, and admire the work of local artisans. Discover the archaeological complex of Chinchero with its terraces and aqueducts, and see the nearby colonial church that reflects the fusion of Andean and Spanish culture.

Continue to Moray, the Inca agricultural research site with its striking concentric terraces, before enjoying lunch with local flavours. End the day at Ollantaytambo, an impressive Inca fortress and town, where you can explore temples, terraces, fountains, and stone streets while taking in breathtaking views of the Andes and experiencing the enduring spirit of the Inca civilisation.

• Breakfast included. 
• Full day Sacred Valley excursion (departure: 7 am - duration: 10 hours).
• Lunch included during the excursion. 
• Overnight stay at the Sacred Valley. 

DAY 7: SACRED VALLEY → MACHU PICCHU → CUSCO

Embark on a breathtaking journey to Machu Picchu aboard the Voyager train to Aguas Calientes, the charming village at the foot of the iconic Inca citadel. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of the Andes, rivers, and small towns, building anticipation for the wonder that awaits. After a short bus ride, arrive at Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, and explore its mystical ruins with a guide, learning about the history, culture, and secrets of this extraordinary site. Capture the unforgettable landscapes and photo opportunities before returning to Aguas Calientes for some free time to enjoy lunch and stroll through the village, then board the train back.

• Breakfast included. 
• Full day Machu Picchu excursion (departure: 5:50 am - duration: 15 hours).
• Lunch included during the excursion. 
• Overnight stay in Cusco. 

DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO 

Enjoy a final leisurely breakfast in Cusco before taking your transfer to the airport for your return flight. This marks the end of your fascinating journey, leaving your lasting memories of Peru's culture and history.

• Breakfast included.
• Transfer to Cusco Airport included. 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LIMA 

Welcome to Lima. Upon arrival, you will be warmly greeted and assisted at Lima Airport before taking your transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to relax and begin soaking in the atmosphere of Peru’s vibrant capital.

• Airport transfer to your hotel. 
• Overnight stay in Lima.

DAY 2: LIMA 

Enjoy a leisurely morning before setting out on a guided city tour of Lima. Discover the historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as you stroll through colonial streets and admire landmarks such as the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the Archbishop’s Palace. Visit the Convent of Santo Domingo, home to the relics of Lima’s most revered saints, and continue to the Larco Museum, one of Peru’s most important museums, showcasing an exceptional collection of pre-Hispanic art, including exquisite ceramics, textiles, and goldwork.

• Breakfast included. 
• Morning at leisure.
• Lima City tour included (departure: 2 pm - duration: 5 hours)
• Overnight stay in Lima.

DAY 3: LIMA → PARACAS 

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before taking your transfer to the bus station to board your journey to the coastal city of Paracas. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where you can settle in and take in the stunning coastal views. Enjoy a moment to relax, breathe in the sea air, and soak up the calm, scenic surroundings before beginning your exploration of this charming town, famous for its wildlife and striking desert-meets-ocean landscapes.

• Breakfast included. 
• Transfer to the bus station.
• Bus to Paracas included.
• Arrival in Paracas and transfer to your hotel. 
• Overnight stay in Paracas. 

DAY 4: PARACAS 

Enjoy a relaxing day at leisure in Paracas, soaking in the coastal scenery and the peaceful desert-meets-sea atmosphere. Stroll along the waterfront, explore the town at your own pace, or simply unwind and take in the stunning views.

• Breakfast included. 
• Leisure day in Paracas.
• Overnight stay in Paracas. 

DAY 5: PARACAS → BALLESTAS ISLANS  → LIMA 

Begin the day with a unique marine adventure, departing from El Chaco pier, which also offers a variety of local gastronomy. Your boat will first pass by El Candelabro, an enigmatic geoglyph etched into the sandy hills for over 2,500 years, once serving as a guide for sailors and now recognised as a Cultural Heritage of the Nation. Continue to the Ballestas Islands, a striking meeting point of desert and sea, home to remarkable rock formations and a rich diversity of wildlife. Observe sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and red-footed cormorants, along with numerous other endemic and migratory species, in their natural habitat. After this extraordinary encounter with Peru’s marine life, return to the pier and reflect on the stunning coastal scenery.

• Breakfast included. 
• Half-day excursion to the Ballestas Islands included (departure: 8 am - duration: approx. 3 hours). 
• Return to Lima by bus (approx. 4 hours). 
• Evening at leisure.
• Overnight stay in Lima.

DAY 6: LIMA → CUSCO

Today you’ll fly to Cusco, the historic heart of the Inca Empire. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel, with time to rest and acclimatise to the high altitude.

In the afternoon, explore Cusco’s rich history with a visit to San Pedro Market, the city’s oldest market, then Koricancha, the Inca Sun Temple, later transformed into the Santo Domingo Convent. Continue to the Sacsayhuamán fortress and the ceremonial site of Kenko, before concluding at Cusco Cathedral, home to a remarkable collection of colonial art. This tour offers a captivating introduction to the city, where ancient traditions and vibrant modern life coexist.

• Breakfast included. 
• Transfer from your hotel in Lima to the airport.
• Flight to Cusco included.
• Transfer to your hotel in Cusco. 
• Half-day Cusco visit: San Pedro Market, Korikancha Temple, Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, Kenko (departure: 1 pm - duration: 5 hours).
• Overnight stay in Cusco. 

Choose the 11-night tour and spend an extra night in Cusco before heading to the Sacred Valley, giving you more time to soak in the city’s vibrant culture, explore its charming streets, and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Inca capital.

Enjoy a stay in a Standard Room in the following carefully selected hotels (or similar):

Lima: Britania Crystal, Casa Andina Standard San Antonio, Tambo II or Arawi Express

Paracas: Casa Andina Select or San Agustín Paracas

Cusco: Inkarri Cusco, Emperador Plaza, San Francisco Plaza, Rojas Inn or Casona Plaza Cusco

Sacred Valley: Villa Urubamba, Mabey Valle, Andean Wings or Agustos Valle 

If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply. 

Stay connected on the move with this exclusive mobile internet offer, perfect for modern travellers. Activate your included eSIM and enjoy connection wherever you go. Easily share your internet connection with friends and family without limits.

Please note: 3GB of internet data represents around 30 hours of web browsing/audio streaming or 3 to 4 hours of video streaming/social networking/video calls.

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime aerial experience as you discover the mysterious Nazca Lines from above, one of the world’s most fascinating ancient wonders. 

Feel the rush of adrenaline as you race across towering desert dunes by buggy and conquer the sands with an unforgettable sandboarding experience.

Immerse yourself in one of the most important pillars of Peruvian culture—its world-renowned gastronomy. This experience introduces you to the rich diversity of ingredients grown in the Cusco highlands, which form the foundation of traditional Peruvian cuisine.

Discover one of Peru’s most spectacular natural wonders on a full-day adventure to Rainbow Mountain, where breathtaking landscapes and Andean culture come together at over 5,000 meters above sea level.

A land of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, Peru captivates travellers with its extraordinary diversity. From the soaring Andes and Amazon rainforest to the arid beauty of the coastal deserts, the country offers a wealth of experiences for adventurers, history enthusiasts, and culture seekers alike. With ancient ruins, colourful markets, and world-renowned cuisine, Peru promises unforgettable journeys at every turn.

Must-sees:

• Machu Picchu: Explore the iconic Inca citadel perched high in the Andes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most awe-inspiring archaeological wonders.
• Cusco: Wander through this historic city, once the capital of the Inca Empire, with its colonial architecture, vibrant plazas, and rich cultural heritage.
• Sacred Valley: Discover picturesque villages, ancient ruins, and terraced landscapes that showcase traditional Andean life.
• Lake Titicaca: Visit the world’s highest navigable lake and its floating reed islands, home to the indigenous Uros people
• Nazca Lines: Marvel at the mysterious geoglyphs etched into the desert, best seen from a scenic flight above.

Culinary culture
Peruvian cuisine is celebrated worldwide for its diversity and bold flavours. Sample ceviche, lomo saltado, and anticuchos, or enjoy traditional Andean dishes like quinoa stews and roasted guinea pig (cuy). Sweet treats such as alfajores and lucuma desserts are complemented by local beverages like pisco sour and fresh tropical juices.

Dive deeper
Trek the Inca Trail, hike the Colca Canyon to spot majestic condors, or explore the Amazon basin for wildlife and rainforest adventures. Visit local markets to experience colourful textiles, artisanal crafts, and traditional festivals. Peru’s landscapes and cultures offer endless opportunities for discovery and immersion.

Good to know
The currency is the Peruvian sol (PEN). Peru is best explored by a combination of flights, trains, and guided tours for remote areas. The dry season from May to September is ideal for trekking and exploring the Andes, while the Amazon region is best visited during the warmer, wetter months for optimal wildlife viewing.