Peru Explorer

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Starting in the gastronomic capital of Lima, sip Pisco Sours and admire colonial casas before heading to the rugged beauty of the Sacred Valley. Walk in the footsteps of the Incas as you admire one of the New Wonders of the World rising above the clouds, then finish your trip in ancient Cusco. Keen to stay longer? Extend your trip with a visit to Lake Titicaca.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Starting in the gastronomic capital of Lima, sip Pisco Sours and admire colonial casas before heading to the rugged beauty of the Sacred Valley. Walk in the footsteps of the Incas as you admire one of the New Wonders of the World rising above the clouds, then finish your trip in ancient Cusco. Keen to stay longer? Extend your trip with a visit to Lake Titicaca.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLima
End CityCuzco

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • South America
  • Peru

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

Trip includes

    • All internal air included in trip cost
    • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • Many meals included
    • Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
    • City orientation tours
    • Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
    • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Lima (2 Nights)

Welcome to the Peruvian capital and ‘City of the Kings’, Lima. Rising above a long coastline of crumbling cliffs this city has a real sense of faded yet romantic grandeur, with historical sights a plenty and a culinary scene that is revered the world over. Settle in t...

Day 2: Lima sightseeing and free time

Visit the famous Plaza Mayor and Cathedral as well as the Government Palace, Archbishop’s Palace and City Hall. Delve into the dark history of the San Francisco Monastery, a museum featuring mysterious catacombs. Your afternoon and evening are free to join one of our ...

Day 3: Lima – Cusco – Sacred Valley (2 Nights)

Flying into Cusco, welcome to the Incan capital of the world! Boasting the richest heritage of any South American city, Cusco is a wealth of archaeological greatness and the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent. It’s also the gateway to Machu Picchu, so...

Day 4: Machu Picchu excursion

Today’s the day! Up bright and early this morning, you’ll travel to the ancient little town of Ollantaytambo to board the train to Aguas Calientes, the Incan village at the base of Machu Picchu. Slowly chugging your way through the rugged lands of the Sacred Valley, f...

Day 5: Sacred Valley – Cusco (2 Nights)

Begin your day in Pisaq, famous for its local market and empanadas. Taste the local food at a women-owned and operated empanada workshop. Learn from Mrs. Ernestina how to make empanadas out of seven different kinds of flour before enjoying the empanadas for lunch. Con...

Day 6: Cusco sightseeing and free time

Kick off the final day of your tour joining for an optional experience. Head to Moray and Maras to see Incan farming and salt mining techniques at play or visit 17th century Piquillacta to view the pre-Incan citadel built by the Wari people. Another option is to indul...

Day 7: Depart Cusco

One New Wonder of the World and an incredible seven days later, your trip will finally come to an end this morning. Leaving with priceless memories, a wealth of new knowledge and a wonderful group of new friends, you’ll make your way to the airport today. Departure is at leisure from Cusco Airport.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,322
Price per day$189
Last Updated: 9/6/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
Double Standard
Availability
08 Sep 2024
14 Sep 2024
$1,625
08 Sep 2024
14 Sep 2024
$1,650
08 Sep 2024
19 Sep 2024
$3,135
08 Sep 2024
21 Sep 2024
$2,095
08 Sep 2024
24 Sep 2024
$3,525
09 Sep 2024
16 Sep 2024
$2,125
10 Sep 2024
19 Sep 2024
$3,450
10 Sep 2024
22 Sep 2024
$3,275
11 Sep 2024
28 Sep 2024
$3,825
13 Sep 2024
21 Sep 2024
$3,322

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Aug 2024

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Peru Explorer

First hotel was great, location was perfect. Close to great spots, Our second hotel while nice we had a theft situation which was disheartening. However the one dinn...

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Aug 2024

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Peru Explorer

the itinerary was great, but the 1st hotel in Cusco was a dissappointment because i was burglarized by the staff and the management did nothing to resolve the matter...

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Aug 2024

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Peru Explorer

I thought the itinerary was great. The hotels were in a good location. ...

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Aug 2024

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Peru Explorer

Our travel director, Luis Diaz was pleasant to be around. He was engaging and well organized. We would love to have him as a tour guide again. My wife and I enjoyed ...

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Accommodation

Hilton Garden Inn Lima Ava Valle Sagrado Spot San Agustin Plaza,
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Meals Included
  • 6 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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