From Lima to Machu Picchu in 2 Weeks

Duration

14 Days

Departure Point

Lima

Difficulty

Low

Guidance language

EnglishSpanish
Overview

Small guided group tour & activities exploring Lima's historic center & Miraflores, Paracas & Ballestas islands, Huacachina oasis in Ica, Nazca lines, Arequipa white city, The Colca canyon, Lake Titicaca: Uros floating island & Taquile, Route of the sun from Puno to Cusco, guided visit of Cusco & nearby ruins, Moray inca terraces, Salt mines, Sacred Valley tour & Machu Picchu inca citadel. Enjoy the adventure
Route

Day 1: Lima
Day 2: Lima
Day 3: Lima to Ica
Day 4: Ica to Nazca
Day 5: Nazca to Arequipa
Day 6: Arequipa
Day 7: Colca Canyon
Day 8: Colca Canyon to Puno
Day 9: Puno / Lake Titicaca
Day 10: Cuzco
Day 11: Cuzco
Day 12: Sacred Valley / Aguas Calientes
Day 13: Machu Picchu / Cuzco
Day 14: Lima

Full Itinerary
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Lima

Arrive into Lima and transfer to your hotel, meeting with our organization (with peru by land sign) tour leader will take you on a brief walking tour of Miraflores area.

Enjoy some South American cuisine at one of the many restaurants and cafes.

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Explore Lima

City Tour of downtown Lima this morning, explore the old streets to get a feel for colonial life. Enjoy a half day tour with our local expert guide.

At night visit the magic wáter circuit and a walking tour in the bohemian neighborhood of Lima The Magic Water Circuit has the Guinness Book record for the largest fountain complex in the world, displaying 13 distinct fountains and many are interactive

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Lima to Ica

Wake up early for an excursion to Islas Ballestas home to an abundance of wildlife.

Return to Paracas to continue your journey on to Ica, stopping in Huacachina oasis.

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Ica to Nazca

Nazca is home to the mysterious Nazca Lines and a city of colourful houses with a pretty main square,

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Nazca to Arequipa

Fullday ride to arequipa 567.8 km on day 5.

Conitnue the jouney through the southern desert with the cliffs that draw the Pacific coast to reach the first town on the mountain.

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Arequipa

Journey to Arequipa a beautiful Spanish colonial city, known as "La Ciudad Blanca".

The beautiful "White City" of Arequipa is surrounded by volcanoes, is rich in Spanish colonial architecture and abounds with local culture and cuisine.

Take a guided walking tour and visit the main square, there will be some free time to spend relaxing in a café in the main plaza or visit the Juanita Museum.

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Colca Canyon

Leave Arequipa behind and travel to the Colca Canyon, one of the world’s deepest canyons.

Enjoy a guided tour and keep your eyes peeled for Andean condors soaring over the majestic mountains.

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Colca Canyon to Puno

Visit Condor’s Cross from where you can fully appreciate the grandeur of this huge canyon and hopefully catch sight of condors soaring overhead.

Continue on to the beautiful city of Puno.

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Puno / Lake Titicaca

Enjoy this colourful town on the Peruvian shores of Lake Titicaca, expect to see traditionally dressed locals, chaotic markets and, if lucky enough, even dancing in the streets.

Tour the lake by slow motor boat stopping off to visit the floating islands.

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Cuzco

Continue to Cuzco across the spectacular Altiplano, Enjoy the tourist attractions offered by the famous "Ruta del SOL”.

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Cuzco - City Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of this charming city, wich was the capital of the Inca Empire.

See the city’s highlights and surrounding Inca ruins, including the hilltop fortress of Sacsayhuamán, on a half day city tour.

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Sacred Valley / Aguas Calientes

Drive onto Sacred Valley today, once the heartland of the Inca Empire and now contains picturesque villages and impressive archeological sites. Visit a local community and gain insight into the local lifestyle, you will also enjoy lunch here.

Next head to the town of Ollantaytambo an incredible archeological site.

Train to Machupicchu.

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Machu Picchu / Cuzco

Take a very early bus along the winding road to Machu Piccu where you meet a local guide and visit the ruins. There will be plenty of free time after the guided visit for photos and further exploration.

Later return to Cuzco.

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Lima

Fly back to Lima from Cusco and spend the rest of the day at leisure, depart at any time the following day.

Tour inclusions:
  • Private transfers airport / hotel / airport
  • Flight: Cusco/Lima
  • Escorted by English-speaking local tour leader (in Peru for groups of 4 or more) and specialist local guides for included sightseeing
  • Private excursions with English speaking guide: Lima, Paracas National Reserve, Nazca, Arequipa, Cusco and Machu Picchu
  • Excursion in shared service with English-Spanish speaking guide: Ballestas Islands, Colca Canyon, Titicaca Lake, Ruta del Sol and Sacred Valley
  • All entrances fee mentioned in the program
  • 13 overnight stays in hotel
  • 01 homestay (Amantani)
  • 4WD vehicle Toyota Hilux or similar fro
  • Tour leader/Driver English speaker available from 4 or more people