Discover Peru’s Amazon, Andes and the unforgettable Machu Picchu
Welcome to Peru, where colourful cities rub shoulders with wild rainforests, Andean valleys and ancient monuments. On this nine-day Premium adventure, join a local leader to discover the country’s Inca, Indigenous and modern sides on an immersive journey from Lima to the Amazon and Machu Picchu – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Take walking tours of thriving cities with an expert local leader, spend a night in a thatched cabana lodge surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest and travel on the Inca Rail 360° train through the Andes. Along the way, spend time with the local Willoq community for a chance to witness Peruvian culture firsthand.
Why you'll love this trip
Accommodation
- Pullman Lima Miraflores or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Dinner
Included activities
- Lima – Downtown walking tour
- Lima – Alameda Chabuca Granda tour and tastings
- Lima – San Francisco Monastery and the Catacombs
- Lima – Welcome Dinner
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Optional activities
- Lima – Private Larco Museum (Based on 4 participants) – USD50
- Lima – Lima Discovery Urban Adventures (minimum 2 participants) – USD39
- Lima – Lima Water Show (Based on 4 participants) – USD40
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
Accommodation
- Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- Amazon Jungle – Night boat tour
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 1.5 hours.
Due to today’s boat transfer to the jungle lodge, the maximum luggage weight limit for the Amazon is 10 kg (22 lbs). Your main luggage may be left in the lodge office in Puerto Maldonado and you will be provided with a small duffel bag to pack for two nights (your leader will provide more details). The lodge provides walking boots, but we recommend you bring a raincoat, long-sleeved shirts and trousers in neutral colours, insect repellent and a torch. Bio toiletries (soap, shampoo and conditioner) are provided by the lodge for minimal impact to the surrounding environment.
Accommodation
- Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
Amazon Jungle – Oxbow Lake
Amazon Jungle – Night jungle walk
Amazon Jungle – Sunset boat ride with drinks
Special information}
Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed and depend on time of year, time of day, weather and many other variables.
Accommodation
- Palacio del Inka or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Cusco – Leader-led orientation walk
- Cusco – Cathedral tour with Specialist Historian Guide
- Cusco – Coricancha Temple (entrance fee)
Special information
At times, there are no non-stop flights between Puerto Maldonado and Cusco currently operating, so your flight will transfer in Lima. If you arrive late in the day, your activities for the afternoon in Cusco will be moved to the following morning.
Accommodation
- Palacio del Inka or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Optional activities
- Cusco – Inca Museum (entrance fee) – PEN10
- Cusco – Pisco Making Urban Adventure – USD35
Accommodation
- Tierra Viva Ollantaytambo Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Included activities
- Ollantaytambo – Archaeological site
- Sacred Valley – Community workshops visit
- Sacred Valley – Home-cooked lunch
- Sacred Valley – Snack & drink at AMA Restaurant social Enterprise
Special information
Today is a full day of activities and your time spent travelling will be approximately 4 hours.
Due to luggage restrictions on the train to Machu Picchu, you’ll be required to pack all necessary items for the next two days into a smaller bag. The remainder of your luggage will be stored securely in your Cusco hotel.
Accommodation
- Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Machu Picchu – Entrance & Guided visit
- Ollantaytambo – 360 degree train to
Optional activities
- 1 Day Inca Trail guided hike – USD465
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours.
The one-day Inca Trail hike (11 km/6.8 mi)) is a great option for those wanting to experience trekking in Peru, without committing to the full four days. This trek starts from the train station known as ‘KM 104’ and after a steep ascent it follows the last portion of the Classic Inca Trail. Trekkers enter Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate in the afternoon, where there will be some time to take a few photos. Then, take a short bus ride down to Aguas Calientes to spend the night and rejoin the rest of the group. The following day, trekkers will return to Machu Picchu for a guided tour, while the rest of the group has an unguided visit. This trek is subject to permit availability and must be pre-booked (at a surcharge). Please contact your booking agent if you would like to book this activity.
Accommodation
- Palacio del Inka or similar (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Machu Picchu – Second visit
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5 hours.
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to extend your stay in Cusco, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
Meals
- Breakfast
Optional activities
- Cusco – Pisco Making Urban Adventure – USD35
- Sacred Valley – Mountain Biking (Price Based on 2 Participants) – USD170
- Cusco – Full Day Stand Up Paddle Boarding (Based on 4 participants) – USD85
- Cusco – Full Day Via Ferrata & Zipline – USD95
- Cusco – Humantay Lake Hike (Based on 4 participants) – USD130
- Cusco – Cusco Cooking Class – USD70
