Peru Tours & Travel 15 Days / 14 Nights
Peru Tours 15 Days 14 Nights is a classic package to visit the magical places in Peru. We start from the beautiful coastal Lima, place to top rated museums and world class dining. Fly over the mysterious Nazca lines and smile at sea lions on a boat tour to Ballestas.
Explore the architecture of Arequipa and watch condors soar over the depths of the Colca Canyon. Experience the majesty of a sunset over Lake Titicaca and its remarkable islands. Go deep into the Andes mountains to see the iconic Machu Picchu citadel. With a local leader each step of the way joining you on orientation walks and filling you in on the histories of the land, you’ll get to peruse Peru the local way.
Upon arrival at the Lima airport, you will be greeted by our company representative. After a transfer to your confirmed Lima hotel and assistance with the check in, you’ll be provided with everything needed in preparation for your upcoming journey. Use this arrival day to rejuvenate yourself by resting or enjoying hotel spa services. If arriving early to Lima, take a scenic walk to Parque del Amor (Love Park) in Miraflores for views of Lima’s gorgeous coastline or dine in at one of the many gourmet restaurants throughout the city. After breakfast, approximately 10:00AM, we will explore Lima’s historic center with a local guided. In this opportunity, you’ll get to know the attractions with more historical and cultural value within the center of the city, such as: Parque de Exposición, Plaza Grau, Paseo de los Heroes Navales, Plaza San Martín, the Main Square, Palacio del Gobierno, and the Cathedral of Lima. The Historic Center of Lima was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 since it comprises over 600 historical monuments from the Colonial era. After our visit, we’ll continue to the Miraflores district to have a panoramic view from the outside of Huaca Pucllana, one of the 54 “Huacas” found in Lima and a well-preserved Pre-Inca sanctuary inside the city. After a morning of exploring and getting to know the history of Lima, you’ll have the rest of the day off to explore and continue to enjoy the city. Early in the morning, we’ll continue down the Pacific Coast to meet our next destination, Paracas. We’ll travel along with the pacific sea breeze on a comfortable tourist bus. During the bus ride, the beauty of the dunes and the vineyard valleys will continue to captivate us until we finally reach Paracas small town. After arriving at the hotel and making accommodation. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Paracas National Reserve awaits to be rediscovered, this spectacular location is home to over 400 species of flora and fauna. It was declared a national reserve in 1975 in order to preserve its diverse wildlife. We’ll be privileged to have a guided tour through this remote location, where we are going to see the Humboldt penguins, sea lions, exotic birds such as the red footed guanay cormorants, and more. Today, get to the pier to board a boat to explore the Paracas Bay and its exotic fauna. Home to hundreds of thousands of seabirds, sea lions, cormorants, and Humboldt penguins, the Ballestas Islands are one of the most breathtaking sights along the Southern coastal desert of Peru. Your motorboat ride will whisk you from the Paracas bay (where you are likely to spot a few friendly dolphins) to the Candelabra geoglyph carved into the cliffside and visible only from offshore. Next, continue to the Ballesta, and make sure to bring a warm, waterproof jacket and a hat for this excursion. After you have had your fill of the Paracas sunshine, take a private transfer to the nearby city of Ica, where a local guide will show you the dune oasis called Huacachina. Continue about 3 hours to the desert town of Nazca, where you can check into your hotel. Early in the morning, transfer to the Nazca airport to see the famous Nazca Lines. Due to their impressive size, these 12 lines can only be fully appreciated from the skies. The overflight allows you to see all of them, including the monkey, eagle, and astronaut. The Nazca Lines were etched into the desert floor thousands of years ago but are still visible today due to the incredibly dry climate. There are many theories about the purpose and meaning of the lines, but none of them is conclusive. Take the overflight and try to unravel the mystery yourself! After your Nazca Lines flight, take a comfortable coach for an 9 hours away passing through desert sands and coastal valleys. Note: Airport tax is not included. In the morning, following breakfast, we take a guided tour of Arequipa, starting at the Plaza de Armas (the main square) one of the most beautiful in Peru, and the Cathedral, a fine example of 19th Century Peruvian architecture, which houses precious artifacts of gold and silver. We visit the “city within a city,” the Convent of Santa Catalina, with its vibrantly colored walls and courtyards that remained cloistered for centuries and was only opened to the public in the 1960s. We also visit the Compañia Church, an old Jesuit complex, perhaps the most historically significant in Arequipa, with a beautiful church facade covered in columns carved into spirals, laurel wreaths, flowers and birds. Transfer back to your hotel. We recommend you have dinner in the hotel, and have an early night, as your guide will collect you very early the next morning to start your journey to the Colca Canyon. Optional Visits: This morning we set off to the spectacular Colca Valley going up the foothills of Chachani volcano and admiring the Misti and Pichu Pichu Volcanoes. Then we cross the vicuñas reservation of Pampa Cañahuas where we can see these animals run free on the high Andean plateau. Peculiar villages will be around us. We will stop at El Chino restaurant for a short break, and at the Patapampa viewpoint, the highest point on our journey (4900 m). Stop in Chivay village for lunch, visit Calera Hot Springs, and continue to your lodge for a relaxing night. After sunset, we recommend you peer up at the starlit skies untouched by light pollution. Very early in the morning we depart for the Cruz del Condor lookout, where you’ll have a chance to see the largest flying bird in the world in full flight. On the return journey we visit the towns of Yanque, Coporaque, Achoma and Maca. It’s a great opportunity to see the daily life of the inhabitants, which hasn’t changed a great deal since Inca times. After lunch, begin the drive to Puno. On the way you will stop off at the Sillustani archaeological site (Not incluided entrance) for about an hour, where you will climb to the top of the hill to appreciate the ruined ‘chullpas’, or funeral towers. These towers were built by a pre-Inca civilisation centuries ago to house the remains of noble men. We will arrive to Puno bus station approximately between 19:15 to 19:45 hours. In the morning, we embark on a boat to explore some islands, the first one is the bizarre made-man floating Islands of Uros, its origin dates from pre-Inca times, considered as the oldest population of the Collao plateau. These islands are inhabitable surfaces made of totora reeds which grow in the shallow of the lake. Continue, we head to visit the Island of Taquile, noted for the art of weaving which can still be seen in the ancestral traditions. The Island also stands out for its beauty and quietness. Our lunch will be prepared by local people. Later, we return to the city of Puno. In the morning, after breakfast, we start our guided tour that will take the route from Puno to Cusco, on the way will be few stops to stretch legs and visit few important spots such as the Pukara archeological site, don’t miss to get into the local museum. Then, we will stop at La Raya, the highest point on the route located at 4,338 masl or 14 232 ft. Be amazed by the snow-capped mountains as well as flora and fauna. We will have an enjoyable lunch on route, then we keep our traverse passing by Raqchi, highlighted place considered as the principal temple of the god Wiracocha, built with clay and small rocks forming huge walls. Last stop will be our visit to the Temple of Andahuaylillas also well known as the Sistine Chapel of Americas. Construction dating from the late sixteenth century. An extravagance place which on the interior has a variety of canvases, polychrome ceilings, walls, as well as carved wood finished in gold leaf. Final destination Cusco city, be transferred to your hotel of choice and have a good rest. Upgrade: Ride aboard the luxurious Andean Explorer during the day: a Belmond train to Cusco. Depending on the season, service is limited to 1-2 weekly departures. Enjoy an early breakfast in your hotel. Discover the fascinating historical and cultural legacy of the Incas in the capital of the Inca Empire on this 4-hour Cuzco city tour. Visit Korikancha, known as the Temple of the Sun during Inca times in the 13th-15th centuries, and the site of the Spanish Convent of Santo Domingo. See the Cathedral, facing the Plaza de Armas in the heart of downtown Cuzco. Tour the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, located above the city, and enjoy spectacular views of the city. Follow the road up to several other Inca stone ruins, including Q’enqo, Puca Pucara and Tambomachay. At the end of your tour, your guide will give you options of restaurants where you can have lunch, shop or visit museums according to your personal interests. In the evening, you’ll be taken out on the town for a night of Andean culture and entertainment including dinner and a folklore show. Dine on traditional Andean food while you are serenaded by a troupe of musicians and dancers wearing traditional garb and performing tunes andean. Optional Visit: The Qosqo Center of Native Arts have daily presentations of typical Andean music and dances from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We recommend you arrive 45 minutes in advance. Tickets are already included in the package. The Sacred Valley is waiting for you. Prized for its climate, geography and production of corn. We will start our guided tour with a stop at the South American camelid center where you will learn more about llamas, vicuñas, alpacas. Then, we head to the colorful town of Pisaq, visit the artisanal market and learn about the work they do in silver. Be amazed by the Pisaq Archaeological Complex, characterized by the presence of terraces, water channels, religious enclosures, as well as one of the largest Inca cemeteries in the area. Enjoy lunch en route surrounded by impressive mountains. We continue to Ollantaytambo, known as the living city of the Incas, it is a perfect example of urban planning that the Incas made with impressive stonework. Once, we have explored the place, we will go to our hotel located in the Sacred Valley to rest after a long day of learning and experiences. Breakfast at the hotel, then pick up and transfer either to the train station at Poroy or Ollantaytambo for travel to Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Inca. We arrive at the town of Aguas Calientes, and take a bus for about 30 minutes, ascending up a series of switchbacks to reach the incomparable Machu Picchu. The excursion includes a private tour of the citadel, visiting the main plaza, the Circular Tower, the Sacred Sundial, the royal quarters and the Temple of the Three Windows. You also have some free time to walk around the complex at your own pace. We have lunch in a restaurant in Aguas Calientes (Not Incluide), before, we take our train for return either to the train station Ollantaytambo or Poroy, where you will transfer to the waiting bus back to Cusco and your hotel. Very early in the morning (at 04:30 am), we will start our journey across South Valley toward Phulawasipata, which is the starting point of our hike to the Montaña de Colores or 7-color Mountain (Rainbow Mountain), located about 100 km. southeast of Cusco city. After enjoying a traditional breakfast in the area, we will start our 1 hour hike to reach the control center and enter this mystical place. We will observe how colors around us change due to the weather. We will reach an altitude of 5,000 meters, approximately, which is the top of this beautiful mountain. Geological formations will reveal all its splendor; the contrast of the blue sky creates a formidable line between the coast desert and the Amazon jungle, guided by the beautiful Ausangate Glacier. Return to Cusco. After visiting Cusco, it is time to say goodbye to your private guide. At the coordinated time, you will be transferred to the airport to board your domestic flight to Lima, and then home. There is still time to find the perfect trip in Peru Tours. Contact Cusco Journeys and we will help you to personalized your Peru travel experience.
We recommend bringing as little as possible but do bring what you need. Don’t worry, if you forget something, you can probably buy it in Lima or Cusco once you arrive. Tourist shops abound and sell a whole range of items from water bottles and first aid kits to hiking gear. You can also rent hiking equipment in Cusco, which can be a good option if you don’t want to travel to Peru with a whole lot of heavy hiking and camping gear. After spending a lot of time travelling around Peru Tours we have come up with our definitive list of what to pack for a trip to Peru Tours. The price is fully customizable and can be tailored and flexible to your personal preferences and style, the price is basically based on final accommodation, travel dates and other custom preferences during the tour. Request a quote Request a quote Request a quote By booking or participating in a tour and any related products or services (a “Tour”) with Cusco Journeys, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. Booking: Cancellations: ONCE BOOKED, DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. CHART BELOW OUTLINES WHAT FURTHER FEES WILL BE DUE. Inca Trail Tours: Medical Information: Tours and Treks: Delays: Thank you so much for choosing Cusco Journeys!!!Overview
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Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Lima – Transfer to the Hotel
Day 2: Modern and Colonial Lima City Tour.
Day 3: Lima – Paracas – Paracas National Reserve.
Day 4: Ballestas Islands – Huacachina Oasis – Nazca.
Day 5: Nazca Lines Flight – Arequipa.
Day 6: Arequipa – City Tour.
Day 7: Arequipa – Colca Canyon.
Day 8: Chivay – Colca Valley – Cruz del Condor – Puno
Day 9: Explore Titicaca Lake.
Day 10: Puno – Cusco – The Route of the Sun.
Day 11: Cusco – City Tour.
Day 12: Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Day 13: Sacred Valley – Machu Picchu Town – Cusco.
Day 14: Rainbow Mountain – Cusco.
Day 15: Cusco – International Flight.
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Standard
USD $2269.00/person
Single Occupancy
USD $1989.00/person
Double Occupancy
USD $1769.00/person
Triple Occupancy
Superior
USD $2,869.00/person
Single Occupancy
USD $2,459.00/person
Double Occupancy
USD $ 2,139 .00/person
Triple Occupancy
First Class
USD $5,219.00/person
Single Occupancy
USD $4,219.00/person
Double Occupancy
USD $3,719.00/person
Triple Occupancy
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we will retain 50% of your deposit.
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we will retain 75% of the total tour cost.
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we will retain 100% of the total tour cost.
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