Trip Overview
This eight-day Peru tour will show you all the most important places in the country. You'll begin your journey in Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire! You'll then enjoy the beautiful landscapes surrounding the Sacred Valley of the Incas just outside of Cusco. You'll finish your time in this part of Peru by visiting the breathtaking archaeological site of Machu Picchu - the bucket-list-worthy moment you've been waiting for.
Continue to Puerto Maldonado, the capital of biodiversity in Peru! Explore the amazing Peruvian jungle and learn more about the different flora and fauna surrounding the Madre de Dios River. Finally, return to Lima to explore on your own the culinary capital of Latin America!
This trip combines all the must-see landmarks and sights of Peru with background information and insights from experienced local guides along the way.
Continue to Puerto Maldonado, the capital of biodiversity in Peru! Explore the amazing Peruvian jungle and learn more about the different flora and fauna surrounding the Madre de Dios River. Finally, return to Lima to explore on your own the culinary capital of Latin America!
This trip combines all the must-see landmarks and sights of Peru with background information and insights from experienced local guides along the way.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Cusco
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Welcome to Cusco! The historic heartland and former capital of the Incan Empire. Cusco is a favourite destination for many visitors to Peru. The city itself is the continent's oldest continuously inhabited city and was the home of the Inca Empire for two centuries before the Spanish built their first capital here.
Accommodation
Novotel Cusco★4 star
Activities
Mercado Central de San PedroOptional Activity
Free Time in Cusco
Twelve Angled StoneOptional Activity
Cusco Plaza De ArmasOptional Activity
Transportations
Minivan from Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport to Novotel Cusco
Destinations
Cusco
Day 2
Explore Cusco City
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Today, you will discover the beautiful city of Cusco. During your tour, you'll pass by the Qorikancha Temple and visit the main square. Continue exploring the archaeological sites located on the outskirts of Cusco to understand the architectural feats that the Incas mastered. We will stay the night in Cusco.
Accommodation
Novotel Cusco★4 star
Activities
Cusco City Tour
Qorikancha
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin
Sacsayhuaman
Qenko
Tambomachay
Puca Pucara
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cusco
Day 3
Explore the Sacred Valley
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Today, you will be mesmerised by the views of Sacred Valley of the Incas. You'll leave Cusco behind and begin the day with a Sacred Valley tour, visiting the colourful market town of Pisac. We will continue with a drive along the Urubamba River towards the town of Ollantaytambo, a magnificent example of Incan urban planning. You'll finish the day exploring Ollantaytambo before checking into your hotel.
Accommodation
Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado Urubamba★3 star
Activities
Sacred Valley Tour
Inca Pisac
Pisac Market
Ollantaytambo Ruins
Restaurants
Restaurante Tunupa
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Cusco
Pisac
Ollantaytambo
Day 4
Visit to Machu Picchu
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Today will be a big day! Continuing your Peru tour, you'll visit the archaeological site of Machu Picchu and learn why the Incas were one of the most important cultures in the Americas! Covering an area of 37,302 hectares, the National Archaeological Park of Machu Picchu is a truly spectacular sight which leaves visitors with their mouths agape. After the visit, you will return to Cusco by train and by van with a camera full of pictures and a heart full of memories.
Accommodation
Novotel Cusco★4 star
Activities
Machu Picchu
Aguas Calientes
Transportations
Minivan from Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado Urubamba to PeruRail
Train from Ollantaytambo Sanctuary to Aguas Calientes
Bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu
Train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
Minivan from Ollantaytambo to Novotel Cusco
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cusco
Aguas Calientes
Day 5
Travel to Puerto Maldonado
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Today, travel by plane to Puerto Maldonado, the city of biodiversity. The following days are full of activities that will help you to discover a part of the Peruvian Jungle. We will stay in the Tambopata National Reserve at an amazing jungle lodge that is perfect for adventure lovers and families. This is a great base for our explorations into the Amazon.
Accommodation
Refugio Amazonas★3 star
Activities
Refugio Amazonas Program
Transportations
Minivan from Novotel Cusco to Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport
Plane from Cusco to Puerto MaldonadoRequest to Book
Boat from Padre Aldamiz International Airport to Refugio Amazonas
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Cusco
Madre de Dios
Day 6
Amazon Explorations
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We will fully explore the complex diversity of Peru's jungle today! There are a number of activities that you can take advantage of to make the most of your time in Puerto Maldonado. You'll learn about all of these activities in the lodge and be able to choose which is best-suited for you.
Accommodation
Refugio Amazonas★3 star
Activities
Refugio Amazonas
Chuncho Macaw Clay LickOptional Activity
Tambopata Research Centre Butterfly ExperienceOptional Activity
Tambopata National ReserveOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Madre de Dios
Day 7
From the Amazon to Lima
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Today say farewell to Puerto Maldonado and return to Lima. You will have the afternoon and evening to explore Lima. Lima is known for its great food, and we recommend sampling some of the amazing Peruvian cuisine here while observing the main sights around the city.
Accommodation
Casa Andina Premium Miraflores★4.5 star
Activities
BarrancoOptional Activity
MirafloresOptional Activity
Plaza de Armas of LimaOptional Activity
Basilica and Convent of San FranciscoOptional Activity
Transportations
Boat from Refugio Amazonas to Padre Aldamiz International Airport
Plane from Puerto Maldonado to LimaRequest to Book
Minivan from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Casa Andina Premium Miraflores
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Madre de Dios
Lima
Day 8
Return Home
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This is the final day of your Peru tour. When you're ready, your driver will take you to the airport for your departing flight.
Transportations
Minivan from Casa Andina Premium Miraflores to Jorge Chavez International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Lima
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What’s included?
- 7 nights accommodation
- 15 activities
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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AU$ 3,324/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Peru in 8 days
4.5-star, 3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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