Exotic Peru
Colonial Lima, then to the Andes for the Sacred Valley & awe-inspiring Machu Picchu; plus explore rich South American heritage in Cusco
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 24 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, partially 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. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Join us on a fascinating voyage of discovery as we visit some of the most splendid and awesome sites in the world. Peru, like Greece with its Parthenon or Egypt and its Pyramids, provides an unforgettable glimpse of the genius of a lost world. Highlights of this tour package to Peru include visits to Lima, the City of Kings and the country's capital; Cusco, the 11,000 ft high Inca capital; Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Incas and one of the most impressive archaeological discoveries of all time.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from Miami via LATAM Airlines, including fuel surcharges and airline taxes & fees
- All flights within Peru
- All ground transportation & transfers
- 6 nights accommodation in first class hotels
- Vistadome Train to/from Machu Picchu
- 8 Meals: 6 breakfasts plus 1 lunch and 1 dinner
- Comprehensive guided sightseeing tours including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
Optional add-ons
- Optional second visit to Machu Picchu or opportunity to climb to Huayna Picchu
- Exciting excursions from Cusco to Tipon & Andahuaylillas and/or Chinchero & Maras (or Moray)
Why you'll love it
- Gaze upon the incredible pre-Columbian textiles, ceramics and jewelry at the Larco Herrera Museum in Lima.
- Shop for locally made clothing, ceramics and handicrafts at the Pisac Market.
- Discover Ollantaytambo, the best surviving example of Inca city planning.
- Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of Machu Picchu.
- Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress, a complex of massive walls that exhibit Inca power as well as the skills of Inca architects.
- Explore Cusco, one of Peru’s most visited cities that was once the capital of the Inca Empire.
- End your trip with an exploration of Puka Pukara, also known as the "red fortress", which is thought to have been a military stronghold.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart Miami/Arrive Lima
- 2 Lima
- 3 Sacred Valley
- 4 Machu Picchu
- 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Second Visit to Machu Picchu, $100
- 6 Cusco
- Optional Excursion: Chinchero & Maras or Moray, $89
- Optional Excursion: Tipon & Andahuaylillas, $75
- 7 Cusco & Lima
- 8 Depart Lima/Arrive Miami
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Day 1 Depart Miami/Arrive Lima
- Depart Miami on your flight bound for Lima, Peru
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in
- Please refer to your flight schedule for departure times, you must check in at the airport at least 3 hours prior to your flight's departure
- NOTE: Flights from New York (JFK) and Los Angeles (LAX) depart the night before the departure dates listed above for Miami
Day 2 Lima
- After breakfast visit the Larco Herrera Museum
- Enjoy some free time for lunch
- In the afternoon embark on a panoramic tour of Lima
Marriott Courtyard MirafloresBreakfast
Day 3 Sacred Valley
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco
- Explore Pisac Market and shop for unique crafts
- Continue to Ollantaytambo and tour the fortress and ruins
Casa Andina Private Collection Sacred ValleyBreakfast & dinner
Day 4 Machu Picchu
- Transfer to Ollanta station to board the Vistadome train to Machu Picchu
- Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu
El MaPi HotelBreakfast
Day 5 Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Morning at leisure or optional second visit to Machu Picchu
- Return to Ollanta station by Vistadome train then transfer to Cusco by bus
Novotel CuscoBreakfast
Day 7 Cusco & Lima
- Morning city tour of Cusco
- Visit the Sacsayhuaman Fortress & Puka Pukara
- Afternoon at leisure in Cusco for last minute shopping and exploration
- This evening transfer to the airport for your flight to Lima
Breakfast & lunch
Day 8 Depart Lima/Arrive Miami
- Depart Lima shortly after midnight on your overnight return flight
- Arrive in Miami or Los Angeles later this morning
- Flights departing Lima to New York (JFK) will depart just before midnight on Day 7, arriving in JFK in the morning today.
- Flights departing Lima to Los Angeles (LAX) will depart just after noon today, arriving in LAX this evening. Passengers will stay at the Costa Del Sol Lima Airport hotel on Day 7.
The high altitudes reached on this trip (up to 11,000 feet above sea level) and the amount of walking involved, often on uneven terrain, require 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.
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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.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Peru?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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