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A Week in Peru: Lima, Cuzco & Machu Picchu

8 days  |  11 days with Lima & Paracas extension

Group size
12–22 travelers
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See how ancient history and the modern day mix in vibrant Peru.

Make your way from lively Lima, Peru’s capital city, to colonial Cuzco and the center of the ancient Inca civilization in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. As you travel on this small group Adventure Tour, uncover how Peru’s indigenous roots, Spanish influences, and pre-Columbian history blend to give the country its captivating character.

Your tour package includes

  • 6 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 6 breakfasts
  • 3 lunches
  • 3 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 tasting
  • 5 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach
  • 2 on-tour flights
  • 2 train rides

Included highlights

  • Huaca Pucllana
  • Sacsayhuaman
  • Sacred Valley of the Incas
  • Balcon del Inka textile cooperative
  • Ollantaytambo
  • PeruRail train ride
  • Machu Picchu

Itinerary

Lima

Day 1: Arrival in Lima

Welcome to Peru! Transfer to your hotel in Lima and get settled in.

Cuzco

Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Lima & flight to Cuzco

Included meals: Breakfast, Tasting, Welcome lunch

Set out on a guided tour highlighting the Peruvian capital’s modern and UNESCO-recognized quarters.

  • Walk through Plaza de Armas, viewing the Cathedral of Lima and Church of San Francisco
  • Enter the archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana to learn about the towering abode and clay pyramid
  • Visit the Parque del Amor in the Miraflores district and see views of the Pacific Ocean during a walk along the boardwalk
  • Stroll through the artsy Barranco district, stopping to sample coffee and alfajores cookies

Sip on a pisco sour as you get to know your Tour Director and fellow travelers at this afternoon’s welcome lunch. Then, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cuzco, a city located in the Andes Mountains.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Jose Antonio Deluxe Lima

This comfortable hotel is located by the University of Piura. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a gym, and outdoor pool. Nearby, you’ll find Parque Central de Miraflores, Galeria Sara Burneo, and the ocean.

Casa Andina Premium Cusco

This charming hotel is located in the Main Square of Cusco. Guests enjoy the colonial styling, private balconies, and spa. Nearby you'll find the Cathedral of Cusco, the Regional Historical Museum of Cusco, and the Qorikancha...

El MaPi by Inkaterra

This contemporary hotel is located in Aguas Calientes. Guests enjoy Wi-Fi, a bar, and laundry service. Nearby, you'll find Machu Picchu, Phuyupatamarca, and the Urubamba River.

Sonesta Posadas Del Inca Yucay

This colonial hotel is located in the heart of the Sacred Valley near the town of Urubamba. Guests enjoy a foreign currency exchange, a business center with internet access, and a restaurant and bar. Nearby, you’ll find the...

Hotel la Hacienda Bahía Paracas

This oceanfront hotel is located on the shores of Paracas Bay. Guests enjoy the wellness center, outdoor lagoon-style pool, and rustic decor. The hotel also offers bike rentals, a delicious restaurant serving traditional...

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Flights

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