Day 01
Arrival in Lima
- Arrive at Lima airport.
- Meet your private driver and transfer to the hotel.
- Spend the evening at leisure.
Meals included: None.
Accommodation: Lima.
Peru · Archaeology
9-Day Peru Inca Ruins and Manu Rainforest Tour with Machu Picchu
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Discover Cusco's colonial architecture and Inca archaeological sites
- 02 Visit the magnificent Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- 03 Journey through picturesque valleys and colonial towns en route to the Amazon Cloud Forest
- 04 Observe the unique wildlife of Manu National Park, including the Cock of the Rock bird
- 05 Visit hummingbird gardens and enjoy birdwatching at the Pico de Hoz Mirador
Embark on a nine-day adventure through Peru's most captivating destinations, from Lima and historic Cusco to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu and the lush Amazon Cloud Forest. Explore Cusco's remarkable colonial architecture and nearby archaeological treasures such as Sacsayhuamán and Qoricancha, then marvel at Machu Picchu high in the Andes. Continue into Manu National Park, where guided hikes, river boat trips, and wildlife watching reveal the region's incredible biodiversity.
Embark on a nine-day adventure through Peru's most captivating destinations, from Lima and historic Cusco to the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu and the lush Amazon Cloud Forest.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
9 Days
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Included · Standard
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Manú National Park
Languages
English, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 02
Fly from Lima to Cusco
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cusco (flight tickets not included).
- Arrive in Cusco and meet the staff for your transfer to the hotel.
- Receive coca tea to help adjust to the altitude.
Rest and relax for the day.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Cusco.
Day 03
Cusco City Tour and Archaeological Sites
- Rest during the morning.
- Visit Cusco Cathedral in the main square.
- Explore the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha).
- Tour the Sacsayhuamán fortress.
- Visit the tunnels and canals of Qenqo.
- Explore the storage site of Puca Pucará.
- Visit Tambomachay, a water rituals site.
- Return to Cusco.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Cusco.
Day 04
Discover the Iconic Machu Picchu
- Transfer to Poroy station.
- Take the train to Aguas Calientes.
- Ride the bus to Machu Picchu.
- Tour the Machu Picchu archaeological site.
- Enjoy lunch.
- Return to Cusco by train.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Cusco.
Day 05
Journey to the Amazon Cloud Forest
- Depart Cusco early and travel through valleys and villages.
- Stop at Paucartambo and visit the museum.
- Enjoy a packed lunch en route.
- Continue to the Cloud Forest.
- Arrive at Orquídeas de San Pedro Lodge.
Overnight stay surrounded by nature.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Manu National Park.
Day 06
Cloud Forest Exploration to Erika Lodge
- Set out early in the morning for Cock of the Rock bird watching.
- Travel to Pilcopata and Atalaya Port.
- Take a boat to the private "Erika" reserve.
- Walk the forest trails and observe wildlife.
- Continue with afternoon trail exploration.
- Join a night walk to look for insects, snakes, and frogs.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Manu National Park.
Day 07
Wildlife Exploration by River and Lake
- Take a morning boat ride to the Collpa clay wall to see parrots.
- Return to Erika Lodge for breakfast.
- Visit Machuwasi Lake for birdwatching by catamaran.
- Walk the trails to spot monkeys, capybaras, and snakes.
- See the Ceiba tree, one of the large Amazon species.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Manu National Park.
Day 08
Return to Cusco via Pico de Hoz
- Take the boat back to Atalaya Port.
- Transfer by vehicle to Cusco.
- Stop at the Pico de Hoz Mirador hummingbird garden.
- Photograph hummingbirds, toucans, vultures, monkeys, and sloths.
- Enjoy lunch en route.
- Arrive in Cusco in the afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Cusco.
Day 09
Transfer to Cusco Airport for Departure
- Transfer from the hotel to Cusco airport.
- Prepare for your flight home.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: None.
Where this trip takes you
Cusco Cathedral, Sacsayhuamán, Machu Picchu, Manú National Park
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Stay in standard category hotels rated between 2.5 and 3 stars
- Spend nights at a cozy Amazon lodge surrounded by nature
- Enjoy all guided tours led by professional English-speaking guides
- Receive meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Travel with private transportation between the airport and hotel
- Ride on the Peru Rail train in Expedition class from Poroy to Aguas Calientes and back
- Participate in group tour activities that include shared transportation
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Domestic flight from Lima to Cusco
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions and activities not mentioned in the program
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Personal expenses and tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- International airport fees, if applicable
What to bring
- Passport (valid for 6+ months) and photocopies
- Travel insurance documents
- Airline tickets and itinerary
- Credit/debit cards and some cash in USD or Peruvian soles
- Small daypack for daily excursions
- Reusable water bottle
- Lightweight, breathable clothing for Lima and the Amazon
- Warm layers for Cusco and the Andes (fleece, thermal shirts)
- Waterproof jacket or poncho
- Hiking pants and shorts
- Long-sleeved shirts (for sun and insect protection)
- Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
- Sandals or flip-flops (for the Amazon lodge)
- Swimsuit (for the lodge or optional activities)
- Hat or cap (for sun protection)
- Buff or scarf (for dusty trails and chilly mornings)
- Sunscreen (high SPF)
- Insect repellent with DEET or picaridin
- Personal medications
- Altitude sickness remedies (consult your doctor)
- Motion sickness tablets (for winding roads or boat rides)
- Hand sanitizer and wet wipes
- Basic first aid kit
- Biodegradable soap and shampoo (eco-lodge friendly)
- Camera or smartphone and charger
- Travel adapter (Peru uses 220V, Type A/B/C outlets)
- Power bank
- Flashlight or headlamp (for jungle walks)
- Binoculars (for wildlife viewing in the Amazon)
- Dry bag or waterproof pouch (for electronics in the jungle)
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport, Avenida Velasco Astete, Cusco, Peru
Tour start
Lima, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 9 days finish where they began, in Lima.
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Single Room
$1,800.00 — $3,025.00
Double Sharing
$1,800.00
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