22-Day Tour From Lima To Machu Picchu And Back
Description
Explore historical Cathedrals, sun-drenched Islands, beautiful valleys, hike up Inca trails to Machu Picchu along with a glimpse of 17th-century monasteries and traditional Peruvian crafts in this all-encompassing tour that introduces you to the exotic aspects of Peru in the cities of Lima, Ica, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno and many more cities and islands. Relish the experience of the taste of the local cuisines, shopping in the buzzed and vibrant local markets and stroll through the mesmerising streets of Peru.
Highlights
- Explore historical Cathedrals and 17th-century monastries throughout Peru
- Indulge in the delicious taste of the local cuisines
- Witness the diversity of wildlife of the islands in Peru
- Tour the cities of Puno, Cusco, Lima and many more
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Arrival at Lima expand_more
Check out at the Lima Peru International Airport and make your way to the selected hotel in Miraflores, Lima.
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Day 2: Lima City Tour expand_more
Visit Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Head to the XVII century Monastery of San Francisco, famous for its Sevillian tile work, the panelled ceiling in the cloisters, and the catacombs under the church.
Explore the old colonial streets in the center of the city and the Peruvian Gold Museum, whose excellent collection includes pre-Columbian gold, silver, bronze, ceramics, weaving and ancient mummies.
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Day 3: Lima – Paracas – Ballestas Island expand_more
Take a 3-hour bus ride to Paracas.
After arrival, sail to Paracas Island famous for its prehistoric geoglyph.
The "CANDELABRO" is the highlight of this Island.
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Day 4: Paracas – Ica expand_more
After breakfast, head to the Reserve National of Paracas.
Relax by the beach, and then get back to Paracas port for lunch.
Leave for Ica.
Visit the Oasis of Huacachina, which is at a distance of 4 km from the center of Ica.
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Day 5: Ica – Nazca expand_more
Travel to the south by taking the morning bus ride through the Pan-American highway and reach Nazca.
Visit Cahuachi, the sacred destination of Nazca pilgrims.
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Day 6: Nazca lines – Camana expand_more
Board the morning flight after breakfast in Nazca to see the famous Nazca Lines from above.
Have lunch and drive to Camana village.
Dinner and stay will be at the Camana in Hotel de Turistas Nazca Lines.
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Day 7: Camana – Arequipa expand_more
After breakfast, you will visit the Archaeological Museum of Instituto Superior Pedagógico “La Inmaculada" and the Archaeological Museum of the Municipality José María Quimper El Cardo.
Head to El Cardo Circuit Place and traditional village to spend the afternoon.
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Day 8: Arequipa City Tour expand_more
Visit the Main Square, Campiña of Arequipa and the Moline of Sabandia.
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Day 9: Arequipa – Chivay expand_more
Drive to Chivay. The paved trail will lead you towards Chachani volcano passing by the area of Pampa Galeras where you can see herds of wild vicuñas and alpacas.
Reach Chivay and check in at the selected hotel and have lunch, after which you will be taken to hot springs of La Calera.
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Day 10: Chivay – Cruz de Condor – Colca Canyon expand_more
Head to the Condor Cross viewpoint where you might catch sight of condors flying in the sky.
Visit villages of Maca (Acoma) and Yanque, where you can admire their well-preserved colonial churches and relax on the drive to Cabanaconde.
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Day 11: Cabanaconde- Arequipa expand_more
Drive along the Colca valley appreciating the landscape that combines small villages and housing in the area. As you go along the valley, it will get deeper.
Pass through Yanque, Achoma, Maca, Pinchillo, and arrive at Mirador Cruz Del Condor.
Continue to the last village of Colca Valley - Cabanaconde, where you will have lunch and then board the bus to Arequipa.
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Day 12: Arequipa – Puno expand_more
Drive to Puno towards the Chachani Volcano and take a halt at Juliaca for lunch.
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Day 13: Puno – UROS Floating Islands – Amantani expand_more
Sail to Uros floating Islands from Lake Titicaca.
After sailing for about 15 minutes, you will arrive at Uros Islas Flotantes, where you can observe a small village in the lake. You will also visit primary floating school and will be introduced to Indian culture by our guides.
Arrive at Amantani Island. On arrival, you will be received by the locals and according to the tradition of Amantani Island, each local takes 2 passengers for housing.
After serving you dinner, they will invite you to the local communal house for the Indian local party which lasts for about 2 hours. Your stay would be in these houses.
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Day 14: Amantani – Taquile expand_more
In the morning, the house owner will take you to the harbour to bid goodbye.
The next voyage would be to Taquile Island. You can have your lunch there and then visit the Inca terraces and Inca arcs.
Explore the local communal house where locals sell their products to the visitors.
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Day 15: Puno – City Tours – Sillustani-Puno expand_more
Discover some interesting places in Puno such as Main square, Cathedrals, Lake Titicaca and more.
Drive to the Lake Umayo, where Sillustani, known for "chullpas", giant tombs in the shape of inverted truncated cones, is located.
Head back to Puno for dinner and stay.
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Day 16: Puno – Cusco expand_more
Take a stop at the highest point in the way to have a look at the view and then continue to Sicuani for lunch.
Head to the temple of Wiracocha, where Raqchi festival is celebrated.
Visit the Church of Adahuaylillas, where you will notice some wonderful paintings from the colonial time.
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Day 17: Cusco City Tour expand_more
Visit the Temple of the Sun – Qoricancha.
Take a full guided tour of Qoricancha, walk through the city of Cusco to the main square and the 17th-century Cathedral.
Board the bus in the afternoon to continue with the city tours that are left and then head to Sacsayhuaman, Quenco, Pucapucara, and Tambomachay.
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Day 18: Sacred Valley Tour expand_more
Visit the archaeological complex of Pisac, a showcase of the majestic abilities of the Incas.
Later, you will be taken to the artisan market of Pisac where you will find good quality craftwork.
Stop for lunch in a restaurant named “the Cart” and then head to see the Inca town of Ollantaytambo.
Head to the town of Chinchero where you will find the best of Inca textiles. The tour will finish at around 19:00 hours in the centre of Cusco.
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Day 19: Cusco – Aguas Calientes expand_more
Leave for Aguas Calientes from Hunchac train station.
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Day 20: Aguas Calientes – Macchupichu – Cusco expand_more
Head to Machu Picchu ruins passing through Puente Ruinas.
Walk to get to Machupicchu citadel.
Board the train for Cusco at 3:55 pm.
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Day 21: Cusco – Lima expand_more
Drop off at Cusco Airport to board the morning flight to Lima (according to the flight schedule).
After your arrival at Lima airport, you will be accommodated at the selected hotel in Miraflores district for lunch and can spend the day relaxing.
Dinner and Stay in a hotel in Lima.
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Day 22: Lima expand_more
Our Peru staff will drop the passengers at the International Airport according to your flight schedule.
What's Included
English-speaking tour guide
Pick-up from Lima International Airport
Transfer from Lima International Airport to your Hotel in Miraflores, Lima, Peru
Three nights stay in 4 Stars hotel in Lima, Peru
City Tours in Lima
Comfortable bus rides for the round Peru tours
3 Star hotel stay in Paracas for one night
Ballestas Island tours, including all entrance fee
3-Star hotel stay in Ica for one night
City Tours in Ica
3-Star hotel stay in Nazca for one night
Nazca Lines flight, including entrance fee
3-star hotel stay in Arequipa for three nights
Sightseeing tours to Colca Valley and Colca Canyon for two days
2-star hotel stay in Colca Valley for one night
3-star hotel stay in Puno for three nights
Tours to Floating Islands include the entrance fee for Lake Titicaca
3-Star hotel stay in Cusco for four nights
Tours to Sacred Valley, including entrance fee
Cusco City Tours
Machu Picchu Ruins Tours includes all entrance fees
Train Tickets from Ollantaytambo to Machupicchu(round trip)
Domestic flight from Cusco to Lima
3-star hotel stay in Machupicchu for one night
Transfer from your hotel in Miraflores to Lima Peru International Airport
What's Excluded
International Airline Tickets
Lunch and Dinner (passengers will be taken to the selected restaurant)
Tips for the guide and driver
All personal items such as Insect repellent, sunblock cream, toiletries, photo suppliers, personal clothes and laundry
Extra personal medicines
Travel Insurance
International Airport Tax
Know before you go
- 5% of the price is handed directly by our clients to people or families in need.
- 5% of the direct donation is given for study supplies (notebooks, books, pencils, papers, pens, erasers, etc, for schools or individuals), medicines (common medicines for common health issues), and clothes for those who can't afford them.
- We have a list of families and their needs. They live in the countryside mainly, and this visit could be coordinated as Acclimatizing Trek.
Meeting Point
Lima, Peru
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Persons | |
1 To 20 | USD 4200 Per Person |
This is a private tour |