Peru in 19 days - Ultimate Inca & Amazon Adventure - Charm

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Experience Peru on an unforgettable journey from the Andes to the Amazon. From cosmopolitan Lima, head to the mysterious Nazca Lines, volcanic Arequipa and the Colca Canyon. Discover Lake Titicaca in Puno, visit the Inca capital of Cuzco, and uncover the secrets of the Sacred Valley. Finally, explore iconic Machu Picchu before heading to Iquitos to discover t...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Arequipa
    • Colca Canyon
    • Cuzco
    • Iquitos
    • Islas Ballestas
    • Lake Titicaca
    • Lima
    • Machu Picchu
    • Nazca
    • Sacred Valley

What's this trip about?

    Experience Peru on an unforgettable journey from the Andes to the Amazon. From cosmopolitan Lima, head to the mysterious Nazca Lines, volcanic Arequipa and the Colca Canyon. Discover Lake Titicaca in Puno, visit the Inca capital of Cuzco, and uncover the secrets of the Sacred Valley. Finally, explore iconic Machu Picchu before heading to Iquitos to discover the wildlife of the Amazon.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityLima
End CityLima

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Peru

Attractions

  • Aguas Calientes
  • Arequipa
  • Cusco
  • Iquitos
  • Lima
  • Puno
  • Sacred Valley
  • Santo Domingo
  • Urubamba

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Lima, Iquitos - US.
    • Internal flights: Cuzco - Iquitos.
    • Train Journey from Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes on board the Voyager/Expedition Train.
    • 18 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels. *
    • 18 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners.
    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Boat trip to the Ballestas Islands and boat trip on the River Amazon.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Lima

Ready to discover Peru? Head to your departure airport to check-in for a flight to Lima*. Touch down in Lima, the capital of Peru, situated on the Pacific Coast. Transfer to the hotel, and spend the rest of the day exploring the city's colonial streets and magical pla...

Day 2: Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Center and the Santo Domingo Convent. Start by exploring the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before heading to the Historic Center. Visit the impressiv...

Day 3: Lima - Paracas

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, transfer to the bus station to catch a bus to Paracas and enjoy a scenic journey heading south along the coast. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and get out and explore this small port town, which boasts beautiful beaches and fascinating wildlife. Overnight stay in Paracas.

Day 4: Paracas - Nazca

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, take a boat to the Ballestas Islands, where you can see thousands of birds, sea lions and seals in their natural environment. From Humboldt penguins and South American sea lions to a multitude of marine birds, be in awe of the bea...

Day 5: Nazca - Arequipa

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you have the unmissable opportunity of taking an optional flight over the Nazca lines.* In the afternoon, transfer to the bus station to catch a bus to Arequipa, one of the most important economic and industrial centres in Peru. Arequipa'...

Day 6: Arequipa

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you have the opportunity to take an optional city tour of Arequipa.* Alternatively, spend the day at your leisure, exploring this historic city at your own pace. Overnight stay in Arequipa. * Optional City Tour of Arequipa: Visit the si...

Day 7: Arequipa - Colca

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, travel to the Colca Valley, an ancient area that boasts sweeping valleys and is home to the famous giant Andean Condor. On the way, pass through the town of Yura, the spectacular landscapes National Reserve of Aguada Blanca and stop in P...

Day 8: Colca - Puno

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head into the valley for an unforgettable visit to the Cruz del Condor, the best viewpoint for watching the iconic giant Condors take flight across the sky. With an average wingspan of 9 foot, the Andean Condor is the unmissable attract...

Day 9: Puno

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day relaxing at your leisure, soaking up the views of Lake Titicaca or simply enjoying the facilities of your hotel. We recommend an optional excursion to the Taquile and Uros Islands on Lake Titicaca.* Overnight stay in Puno. * Optiona...

Day 10: Puno - Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Puno station to take a bus to Cuzco. Leave the station and start your journey to Puno, enjoying the marvelous landscapes of the South Valley of Cuzco. Visit Andahuaylas, a beautiful 17th-century church, featuring an impressive organ...

Day 11: Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you have the opportunity to take an optional half-day tour of Cuzco.* Alternatively, spend the day at your leisure, soaking up the atmosphere of the city and sampling the local cuisine. Overnight stay in Cuzco. * Optional Half-Day Tour o...

Day 12: Cuzco - Sacred Valley

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on an exciting excursion to the Sacred Valley today. Begin in Chinchero, where you can visit the PARWA Center, dedicated to beautiful Andean textiles. Explore Chinchero Church and the fascinating nearby Inca ruins before continuing to R...

Day 13: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu - Aguas Calientes

Breakfast at the hotel. An exciting day at Machu Picchu awaits you this morning as you set off for the train station to board the Voyager or Expedition Train* to Aguas Calientes, admiring the landscape along the way. Arrive and transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage Si...

Day 14: Aguas Calientes - Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a morning at your leisure with the opportunity to visit Machu Picchu for a second time, (additional cost at the destination) to contemplate the unforgettable views and take some beautiful snapshots. You will board the return train to Cuzc...

Day 15: Cuzco - Iquitos - Amazon

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Iquitos, a port city and gateway to the Northern Amazon. After meeting your guide and receiving some advice on exploring the jungle, transfer to the port to enjoy a boat trip on the...

Day 16: Amazon

Rise early for an early morning bird-watching excursion by boat, and spot a number of unique species such as the Ringed Kingfisher and the Black-Collared Hawk. Return to the lodge for breakfast and a short rest. Later, head out on a Native Fishing Expedition, along on...

Day 17: Amazon

Breakfast at the lodge. Today, visit a local riverside town to meet an indigenous tribe of the Yaguas community. Learn about their way of life on the Amazon River and see their community buildings. The locals will share their fishing and farming techniques with you as...

Day 18: Amazon - Iquitos - Lima

Breakfast at the lodge. This morning, take a short boat ride on the Amazon River to visit a traditional family-run Sugar Cane Distillery. Learn the local techniques for processing sugar cane and enjoy a tasting session of the varied exotic beverages made from the suga...

Day 19: Lima - US

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to bring your adventure through Peru to an end! At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to catch a flight back to the US. Night on board.

Day 20: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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Price per day$179
Last Updated: 11/10/2023

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18 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels. *,

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18 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners.
Age Requirements
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