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The Best of Peru Tour Package - 9 Nights / 10 Days

icon2N Lima 2N Arequipa 2N Puno 3N Cusco
  • Flights Flights
  • Breakfast Breakfast
  • Hotel Hotel
  • Sightseeing Sightseeing
  • Transfers Transfers
  • Wi-Fi Wi-Fi

Overview

Peru is a remarkable destination that exemplifies the intersection between ancient culture and incredible landscape.
From the dynamic urban energy of Lima to the staggering height of Colca Canyon, each destination has a story to share.
This journey will fully immerse you in the region's cultural, historical, and scenic beauty.

You will visit Peru's popular destinations such as the floating Uros Islands, Taquile Island, and Lake Titicaca; you will witness Incan architecture at Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, and Ollantaytambo; and you will explore the Sacred Valley, where traditions that have existed for centuries remain timeless.

With city tours, cultural excursions, and scenic drives through the Andes with your guide, you will have a great travel experience to the best that Peru offers, with opportunities for photo stops and interactions with locals at every stop — fulfilling unforgettable cultural expeditions framed with both adventure and discovery.

Itinerary

This Peru package combines history, culture, and scenic beauty.
Travel through Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, exploring UNESCO sites, natural wonders, and Incan heritage.

Day 1: Arrival In Lima

Upon arrival, you will be received and greeted by our local personnel, and then driven to your hotel.
Take a moment to relax and refresh yourself for the next day.

Overnight stay at Lima.

Day 2: City Tour Of Lima+

Stroll through Lima’s historic centre, which is declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk through the Main Square and visit its principal landmarks. Then visit the Santo Domingo Convent, a fine example of 16th-century architecture.

Next, tour San Isidro, a major financial quarter, and Miraflores, where the main attraction is a 6-mile park named El Malecón along cliffs high above the Pacific Ocean.
Stop at Parque Del Amor (Lover’s Park) and enjoy the spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean.

Finally, visit the Larco Museum, built on a pre-Columbian pyramid, which houses ceramic, textile, and precious metal artefacts dating back 3,000 years.

Day 3: Arequipa - Excursion Through The City And A Visit To The Santa Catalina+

Travel to the city of Arequipa and explore its famous historic downtown, built from white volcanic sillar rock and listed on UNESCO’s Cultural World Heritage List.
Visit the Santa Catalina Convent, a grand 16th-century monastery.

Conclude the day by exploring the Cayma and Yanahuara districts of Arequipa.

Overnight stay at Arequipa.

Day 4: Colca Canyon Tour+

After breakfast, take a city tour around the south island, visiting Chamarel and Grand Bassin.
Enjoy the waterfalls of Chamarel, rising from the moors and surrounded by native plant life.

Overnight stay at Mauritius.

Day 5: Cruz Del Condor And Transfer To Puno+

Start early to visit Cruz Del Condor, a famous viewpoint of Colca Canyon, about 60 km from Chivay.
Witness the majestic Andean condor gliding through the skies.

On the return journey, stop at the village of Pincholo, known for its cheeses and artisans, and the town of Maca to explore its charming handicraft market and colonial church.

Conclude with a drive to Puno.
Overnight stay at Puno.

Day 6: Lake Titicaca And The Floating Uros And Taquile Islands+

Spend the day exploring Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake at 3,808 m.

Visit the floating Uros Islands and Taquile Island. Experience a traditional welcome, learn about local customs, and observe the unique knitted patterns of Taquile.

Enjoy the stunning blue waters of the lake, creating a breathtaking panorama.

Overnight stay in Puno.

Day 7: Departure For Cusco - La Raya, Raqchi, And Andahuaylillas+

Travel to Cusco by bus, stopping at La Raya Pass, the natural border between Puno and Cusco, perfect for landscape photography.
Visit the Incan archaeological site of Raqchi, featuring a massive temple dedicated to God Viracocha.

Continue to the village of Andahuaylillas to see a beautiful 17th-century church with intricately painted interiors.
Overnight stay at Cusco.

Day 8: Excursion In The City And Visit To Sacsayhuaman And Nearby Archaeological Sites+

Begin with a visit to the Colonial Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site reflecting Hispanic and Andean heritage.

Explore the Korikancha Temple, the most significant temple in the Inca Empire, and the Cathedral, with carved wooden art pieces and impressive altars.

Visit Sacsayhuaman, an Incan fort built from massive stones.
Conclude with visits to three nearby archaeological sites: Qenko, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara.

Overnight stay at Cusco.

Day 9: Authentic Sacred Valley+

Discover the Sacred Valley of the Incas, starting at the Inca’s Balcony in Chinchero.

Observe twelve families preserving traditional costumes and the ancestral methods of processing wool and dyeing textiles.

Proceed to Ollantaytambo, a monumental Inca complex known for its terraces (andenes) and defensive architecture.

Explore the unique living Inca town of Ollantaytambo, with narrow cobblestone streets inhabited since the 13th century.

Overnight stay at Cusco.

Day 10: Departure+

This day is alloted for your personal exploration and activites. Explore the surrounding area as you like.

FAQs on The Best of Peru Tour

What makes this Peru tour different from other standard Peru itineraries?

This package covers Peru’s three major cultural belts: coastal Lima, volcanic Arequipa, and the high Andean plateau, including Puno and Cusco, offering a comprehensive journey rarely included in a single itinerary. It blends urban, cultural, archaeological, and indigenous experiences such as the Uros Floating Islands, Sacred Valley villages, the Colca Canyon condor viewpoint, and the iconic Incan sites.

Will I experience altitude changes, and how does the itinerary manage acclimatisation?

Yes, Peru includes high-altitude regions. This tour is designed for gradual acclimatisation, starting at sea level in Lima, then moving to Arequipa (2,335 m), Colca Canyon, and Puno (3,800+ m), and finally Cusco/Sacred Valley. This step-by-step ascent helps reduce altitude sickness risks and ensures comfortable travel.

Are the visits to the Uros and Taquile Islands authentic cultural experiences?

Absolutely. The tour includes guided interactions with local Uros and Taquile communities. You’ll learn about their reed-based floating islands, ancestral weaving techniques (recognised by UNESCO), farming traditions, and daily life. These experiences are crafted to ensure responsible, respectful, and culturally immersive tourism.

Is Machu Picchu included in this itinerary? If not, why?

This package focuses on a deeper cultural circuit: Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley. Although it covers major Incan sites like Sacsayhuaman, Raqchi, and Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu is not included to avoid rushed travel and to maintain comfort at higher altitudes. However, it can be seamlessly added as an optional extension.

How much guided sightseeing is included, and will I have free time to explore?

The tour offers a balance of structured city tours and personal downtime. Major attractions like the Lima city tour, Santa Catalina Monastery, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca islands, Cusco city exploration, and the Sacred Valley are fully guided. Evenings in Lima, Arequipa, Puno, and Cusco usually include free time for shopping, photography, and dining, ensuring a flexible and enjoyable experience.

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