7-Day Travel Itinerary to Peru
Updated: Dec 17, 2020
DESTINATIONS: Lima - Cusco - Machu Picchu
We've created this 7-day itinerary to ensure that you get to experience the most necessary highlights of Peru.
Lima
Founded in 1535 by the Spaniards, Lima is one of the oldest capitals in South America. In 1988, the Historical Center of Lima, it was declared as a World Heritage Site
Cusco
Cusco was one of the most important cities in Latin America. Through its rich architecture, you will embark on a journey through time that will take you from the pre-Inca to the Inca Empire.
Altitude: starts at 3,400 meters above sea level.
Machu Picchu
Together with local guide who will give you a guided tour of Machu Picchu, the lost city and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Ascend the stone steps, through the heavy tree cover, and be amazed as you finally emerge at the top of the Inca Empire! This fascinating tour will show us the mysteries, stories, and secrets behind this world wonder. Along the way we'll discover exclusive insight into the ruins that only an expert could tell you.
Day 1 - Arrival
Welcome to Peru!
Pick-up from the Jorge Chavez International Airport in private transportation
Transfer to hotel
Itinerary Briefing with your Travel Specialist
Day 2 - Lima
Explore the city like a local!
Pick-up at the hotel by local guide
Visit the highlights of Lima
Points of Interest:
Larco Museum
Historical Center of Lima
Malecon Boardwalk
Art District of Barranco
Overnight: Lima city
Day 3 - Cusco
On this day, you fly to the Andes!
Pick-up from hotel in private transportation
Flight: Lima - Cusco
Pick-up from Alejandro Velasco International Airport in private transportation
Transfer to hotel
Welcome briefing with Cusco Coordinator
Overnight: Cusco city
Day 4 - Lima
Visit to the archaeological sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas with your own private local guide.
Pick-up at hotel
Visit to the Maras Salt Platforms
Visit to the Moray Archaeological Site
Train to Aguas Calientes (town below Machu Picchu)
Overnight: Aguas Calientes
Day 5 - Machu Picchu!
This is the day you've been waiting for!
Meet-up with guide at hotel
Bus ride to the entrance of Machu Picchu
Morning tour around the citadel
Train back to the Sacred Valley
Visit to the Ollantaytambo ruins
Visit to the Pisac market and archaeological site
Transfer to hotel
Overnight: Cusco city
Day 6 - Cusco
Take this day to relax, enjoy the view of the Andes. Experience the local Andean cuisine or even buy some artisanal souvenirs.
Overnight: Cusco city
Day 7 - Lima
Pick-up from hotel in private transportation
Transfer to the Jorge Chavez International Airport
Departure flight
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