Tour in Peru 12 days

From Lima, Ica-Paracas to Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca: the best of southern Peru.

12 Days / 11Nights
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Altitude

5,037 m / 16,565 pies

Departures

Daily departures

Physical level

Moderate

Lodging

3 to 5 star hotels

Group size

Small Group

Travel style

Culture, History and Adventure

DESCRIPTION OF THE TRIP

Experience an essential 12-day journey through southern Peru: Lima, the Paracas Reserve, and the Huacachina Oasis; the colonial charm of Arequipa and the majesty of the Colca Canyon; Cusco and the Sacred Valley with an unforgettable visit to Machu Picchu; and the highlands of Puno with Lake Titicaca, Uros, and Taquile. A well-balanced itinerary combining heritage, stunning landscapes, and authentic local experiences.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Day 01

Arrival in Lima / Transfer and Overnight in Lima

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel in Miraflores. Free time to stroll around or rest after the trip. Overnight in Lima.

Day 02

Paracas (Ballestas Islands) / Ica / Huacachina / Buggies and Sandboarding / Return to Lima

Boat tour to the Ballestas Islands to observe marine wildlife. Visit the Huacachina Oasis with an adventure in buggies and sandboarding. Evening return to Lima.

Day 03

Flight Lima – Arequipa / Sillar Route

Flight to Arequipa and transfer to the hotel. Tour through the sillar quarries and volcanic landscapes. Overnight in Arequipa.

Day 04

Arequipa / Colca Valley / Chivay / La Calera Hot Springs

Departure to the Colca Valley with views of volcanoes and Andean wildlife. Arrival in Chivay and visit to the La Calera hot springs. Dinner with a folkloric show.

Day 05

Cruz del Cóndor / Colca Villages / Return to Arequipa

Observation of the majestic flight of the Andean condor. Visit traditional villages in the valley. Afternoon return to Arequipa.

Day 06

Flight Arequipa – Cusco / Acclimatization

Transfer to the airport and flight to Cusco. Free time to rest and acclimate to the altitude. Light walk around the Main Square.

Day 07

Sacred Valley (Pisac / Urubamba / Ollantaytambo) / Train to Aguas Calientes

Visit to the Pisac market and ruins. Buffet lunch in Urubamba and tour of Ollantaytambo. Tourist train to Aguas Calientes.

Day 08

Machu Picchu / Return to Cusco

Bus ride up to Machu Picchu and guided tour of 2.5 hours. Free time to explore and take photos. Return by train and transfer to Cusco.

Day 09

Rainbow Mountain or Humantay Lagoon (choice) / Cusco

Full-day excursion to one of the most stunning landscapes. Trek to Rainbow Mountain or hike to Humantay Lagoon. Afternoon return to Cusco.

Day 10

Route of the Sun Cusco – Puno / Andahuaylillas / Raqchi / La Raya / Pukara

Tourist bus with cultural and scenic stops along the way. Visits to Andahuaylillas, Raqchi, La Raya, and the Pukara Museum. Buffet lunch in Sicuani included.

Day 11

Lake Titicaca / Uros / Taquile / Puno

Boat tour on Lake Titicaca. Visit the floating islands of the Uros and Taquile Island. Afternoon return to Puno.

Day 12

Transfer Puno / Juliaca Airport / Flight to Lima / End

Transfer from the hotel to Juliaca Airport. Return flight to Lima. End of services.

Tour to Peru in 12 days Itinerary

  • Reception at Lima International Airport by our team.
  • Private transfer to your hotel in the Miraflores district.
  • Upon arrival, check-in and free time to rest after your trip.
  • Option to take a walk along the Miraflores boardwalk, visit the Love Park, and enjoy the view of the Pacific Ocean.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Lima.
  • Box breakfast before starting the tour.
  • Early morning departure from Lima towards Paracas Bay.
  • Board a speedboat for the excursion to the Ballestas Islands, natural habitat of sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and guano birds.
  • During the navigation, observe the enigmatic geoglyph of the Candelabro etched in the coastal desert sand.
  • Continue to the city of Ica, Peru’s wine capital.
  • Visit the Huacachina Oasis, surrounded by golden dunes and century-old palm trees.
  • Desert adventure in buggies and sandboarding on the dunes.
  • At the end, time for photos and to enjoy the sunset at the oasis.
  • Return to Lima in the evening.
    • Meals: Box breakfast.
    • Accommodation: Lima.
  • After the transfer to Lima airport, you will take your flight to Arequipa, the famous White City known for its volcanic stone buildings.
  • Upon arrival, our staff will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel, located in the heart of the Historic Center, ideal for resting and enjoying the colonial beauty of the city.
  • You will have free time for lunch and relaxation before starting the Sillar Route tour in the afternoon.
  • The tour begins with a visit to the Yanahuara Viewpoint, one of the most emblematic places in Arequipa, offering a spectacular view of the city and its guardian volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu.
  • We will then continue to Culebrillas, an impressive volcanic canyon where you can observe ancient petroglyphs that tell part of the pre-Hispanic history.
  • Finally, we will visit the famous sillar quarries, where you will learn about the extraction process of this white stone that shaped Arequipa’s architectural identity. Here you will also see rock carvings and unique natural settings.
  • At the end of the tour, return to the hotel to rest and prepare for the next day’s experience.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Arequipa.
  • After breakfast at the hotel, we will start early with the journey to the majestic Colca Valley, considered one of the deepest canyons on the planet and home to the impressive Andean condor.
  • Along the way, we will make several stops at natural viewpoints, where you can admire the beauty of the high Andean fauna: vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas grazing in their natural environment. We will also enjoy the volcanic and mountainous landscapes that make up the imposing Andes Mountain Range.
  • Upon arrival at the picturesque town of Chivay, transfer to the hotel for a short rest.
  • Visit to the relaxing hot springs of La Calera, whose medicinal waters are surrounded by a beautiful mountain setting.
  • In the evening, we will enjoy a typical dinner accompanied by a live folkloric show, where you will experience the traditional music and dances of the region.
    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Chivay.
  • Breakfast at the hotel in Chivay.
  • After breakfast at the hotel in Chivay, we will depart very early towards the famous Cruz del Condor, one of the most impressive viewpoints of the Colca Canyon. From this point, you will have the opportunity to witness the majestic flight of the Andean condor, a bird considered sacred by the Incas and a symbol of the Andes.
  • You will have free time to enjoy the spectacular canyon landscape, considered among the deepest in the world, and capture unforgettable photographs.
  • The tour continues through the charming villages of the valley, such as Maca and Yanque, known for their colonial churches, living traditions, and colorful plazas. Along the way, we will stop at several natural viewpoints, perfect for observing ancient pre-Inca terraces and the imposing mountain surroundings of the area.
  • In the afternoon, we will begin the return journey to the city of Arequipa, where upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel to rest.
    • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
    • Accommodation: Arequipa.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to the Arequipa airport to take your flight to the city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire.
  • Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel located in the historic center.
  • Upon arrival, enjoy a traditional coca tea, ideal for acclimatization to the altitude.
  • Free afternoon to rest or take a light walk around the Plaza de Armas, admiring the mix of colonial and Inca architecture.
  • Possibility to stroll along iconic streets such as Hatun Rumiyoc and visit small art galleries and handicraft shops.
    • Meals: Breakfast.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
  • Breakfast at the hotel in Cusco.
  • After breakfast at the hotel, we will begin the day heading to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a privileged place of natural beauty, surrounded by mountains, rivers, and fertile agricultural terraces still in use today.
  • Our first stop will be in Pisac, where we will explore its artisan market, full of colorful textiles, ceramics, and traditional jewelry, as well as its impressive archaeological site, famous for ceremonial temples and terraces descending harmoniously down the mountain.
  • The journey continues to Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch featuring the best of Andean cuisine.
  • In the afternoon, we will visit the majestic fortress of Ollantaytambo, an Inca citadel that preserves its original layout and amazes with its temples, walls, and perfectly designed agricultural terraces.
  • At the end, we will head to the train station to board the journey to Aguas Calientes, enjoying along the way a unique landscape accompanied by the course of the Urubamba River.
  • Upon arrival, reception at the station and transfer to the hotel to rest and prepare for the visit to Machu Picchu.
    • Meals: Breakfast and Buffet Lunch.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Aguas Calientes.
  • Early breakfast at the hotel.
  • We will board the ecological bus that ascends to the enigmatic citadel of Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the modern world.
  • Start of the guided tour of approximately 2.5 hours, visiting the main sectors: the Main Square, the Temple of the Sun, the Sacred Rock, agricultural areas, and terraces.
  • Additional free time to explore on your own, take photos, or simply soak up the energy of the place.
  • (Optional: entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, with prior reservation).
  • Return by bus to Aguas Calientes.
  • In the afternoon, tourist train to Ollantaytambo and private transfer to Cusco.
    • Meals: Breakfast.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
  • Today you will have the opportunity to choose between two of Cusco’s most stunning natural destinations, each offering unique and memorable landscapes:

Option 1 – Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca, 5,200 m.a.s.l.)

    • We will depart very early towards the Vilcanota mountain range, where we will begin a hike of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach the main viewpoint.
    • Here you will admire the famous multicolored mountain, a natural wonder formed by the sedimentation of minerals over millions of years. From the top, the landscape is complemented by breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and the high Andean scenery.

Option 2 – Humantay Lake (4,200 m.a.s.l.)

    • The trip will take us to Soraypampa, the starting point of the uphill hike, which lasts around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
    • Upon arrival, you will be amazed by the magical Humantay Lake, with its turquoise waters located at the foot of the imposing snow-capped peak of the same name. You will have free time to take photos, relax, and enjoy the natural energy of this sacred place.
  • In both excursions:
  • A light breakfast is included to start the day with energy, along with a lunch on the route to recover after the hike.
  • In the afternoon, return to the city of Cusco to rest.
    • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Cusco.
  • Breakfast at the hotel in Cusco.
  • Departure by tourist bus towards the city of Puno, traveling along the famous Route of the Sun, with cultural and scenic visits along the way.
  • First stop in Andahuaylillas, known as the “Sistine Chapel of America” for its impressive Baroque murals.
  • Continue to Raqchi, an archaeological site that houses the majestic Temple of Wiracocha, the supreme god of the Incas.
  • Stop in Sicuani, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch featuring typical Andean cuisine.
  • Pass through La Raya pass (4,335 m.a.s.l.), the natural boundary between Cusco and Puno, with stunning high-Andean landscapes.
  • Final visit in the town of Pukara, famous for its traditions, ceramics, and archaeological museum.
  • Arrival in the city of Puno in the afternoon and transfer to the hotel.
  • Arrival in Puno in the afternoon.
    • Meals: Breakfast and Buffet Lunch.
    • Accommodation: Puno.
  • Breakfast at the hotel in Puno.
  • After breakfast at the hotel, we will begin the day with a transfer to the port of Puno to board a motorboat that will take us to explore the legendary Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world.
  • The first stop will be at the famous Uros floating islands, ingeniously built with totora reeds, an aquatic plant also used in their daily life. Here you will learn about their customs, community lifestyle, and traditional handmade boats.
  • The journey continues to Taquile Island, recognized by UNESCO for the quality and symbolism of its ancestral textiles. During the visit, we will take a light walk along its trails, offering unique panoramic views of the lake and the Andean mountain range.
  • Upon arrival at the village, the locals will welcome us with a typical lunch prepared with local products, sharing their hospitality and culture.
  • In the afternoon, return by boat to the city of Puno and transfer to the hotel to rest.
    • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
    • Accommodation: Hotel in Puno.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • At the scheduled time, transfer from your hotel in Puno to Juliaca Airport.
  • Return flight to Lima.
  • Assistance upon arrival and connection with your international flight (according to schedule).
  • End of our services.
    • Meals: Breakfast.

WHAT DOES THE TRIP INCLUDE?

TRAVEL PRICES

The itinerary Lima, Nazca, Ica, Paracas, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Machu Picchu takes place all year round and starts on the day of your choice.

PERU TOUR – 12 DAYS
Lima, Ica, Paracas, Colca Canyon, Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca
Price per Person - Minimum 2 people
GROUP SERVICE (Without Hotel)
Tours + Tickets + Transfers + Domestic Flights
Voyager or Expedition Train
US$ 000.00
GROUP SERVICE
Tours + Tickets + Transfers + Domestic Flights + ⭐⭐⭐ Hotels
Voyager or Expedition Train
US$ 1899.00
PREMIUM SERVICE (Without Hotel)
Tours + Tickets + Transfers + Domestic Flights
Voyager or Expedition Train
US$ 000.00
PREMIUM SERVICE
Tours + Tickets + Transfers + Domestic Flights + ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels
Voyager or Expedition Train
US$ 2199.00
LUXURY SERVICE (Without Hotel)
Tours + Tickets + Transfers + Domestic Flights
Voyager or Expedition Train
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LUXURY SERVICE
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Important Information About Rates

  • Individual Travelers (1 person):

Must request a personalized quotation.

  • Groups of more than 3 people:

Will receive a special discount on the total price.

  • Children or minors in the group:

Are also eligible for a special discount on the package.

To receive detailed information about these benefits, please contact us directly via email or WhatsApp.

Altitude:

  • Cusco, Puno, and the mountain destinations are above 3,000 m.a.s.l. (meters above sea level). It is important to acclimatize gradually, avoid intense physical activity on the first day, and drink coca or muña tea.

Clothing:

  • Bring light clothing for the coast (Lima, Paracas, Huacachina) and warm clothing for the highlands (Arequipa, Cusco, Puno). The weather varies significantly between destinations.

Sun Protection:

  • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat/cap are essential, as UV radiation is very strong at high altitude.

Footwear:

  • Comfortable and resistant sneakers for hikes, especially in Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, and Humantay.

Health:

  • Stay hydrated, avoid heavy meals during the first days at high altitude, and carry a small personal first-aid kit.

Money:

  • Carry cash in soles for purchases in artisan markets and small towns. Many places do not accept credit cards.

Weather:

  • The best time for this trip is between April and November (dry season). From December to March, there may be rain, but the landscapes are greener.
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