Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day Peruvian Adventure, exploring the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Peru. Begin your journey in Lima, the City of Kings, renowned for its colonial architecture and vibrant culinary scene. Fly over the majestic Andes to Cusco, where you will delve into the local flavors at San Pedro Market and marvel at the Korikancha Temple. Experience the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, and discover the man-made islands of Lake Titicaca. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transportation, including scenic bus rides and domestic flights, ensuring a memorable and enriching adventure. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: LIMA (ARRIVAL)
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: hotel
Lima. Upon arrival at the Lima International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the day at leisure. Lima, the \"City of Kings\", is famous for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums, and delicious cuisine. This extraordinary city is internationally recognized as the \"Gastronomic Capital of the Americas\", and its culinary scene is considered among the most diverse and exquisite in the world, on par with French cuisine.
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Day 2: LIMA – CUSCO (BY FLIGHT) (B/-/-)
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your short flight to Cusco. Prepare for a spectacular flight over the snowcapped Andes as you travel to Cusco, the oldest inhabited city in the hemisphere, with an elevation of 11,440 feet. Upon arrival, you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, your exclusive city tour will start with a visit to the San Cristobal Plaza, where you may enjoy panoramic views of the city. From there, visit the San Pedro Market to soak in the local flavors and learn about the products grown in the area which supply the city. After this, the Korikancha Temple will welcome you with its magnificence. This temple, whose Quechua name means “Gold Enclosure”, still bedazzles with its gold-covered walls. From there you may visit the Santo Domingo Church. Walk from San Blas, the artisans neighborhood, to Hatun Rumiyoc Street. Enjoy a stop at the Inca Roca Palace, which is now home to the Archbishops Palace and the famous Twelve Angle Stone. Continue your walk to the Main Square to visit the Cathedral and its beautiful and valuable colonial masterpieces.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 3: CUSCO – MACHU PICCHU – CUSCO (B/L/-)
Location: Machu Picchu
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning you will be transferred to the Ollantaytambo Train Station, where you will depart by train to discover one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Arrive at the Aguas Calientes Station where you will be assisted to board the bus and travel up the winding road to Machu Picchu and enjoy a magnificent view of the Urubamba River and its canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will astonish you with its terraces, ceremonial shrines, steps, and urban areas. Experience the intoxicating energy all around you. After a guided tour, you will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. At the arranged time, take the train back to Ollantaytambo, and then transfer to your hotel in Cusco by car.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 4: CUSCO (B/-/-)
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy two days at leisure or choose to book some of the following optional full or half-day tours.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 5: CUSCO (B/-/-)
Location: Cusco
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend two days at leisure or book some of the following optional full or half-day tours.
Overnight in Cusco
Day 6: CUSCO – PUNO (B/L/-)
Location: Puno
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will be transferred to the bus station for your tour bus adventure to Puno. On the way, stop to visit the magnificent attractions this breathtaking route has to offer. The first stop will be in Andahuaylillas, where you will see the magnificent chapel. From there you will discover Racchi, the Temple of the Wiracocha God, where the walls and narrow streets stand out. Enjoy lunch and take the opportunity to admire the view at “La Raya”, a natural border between Cusco and Puno. Before you arrive at your final destination, you will visit the in-site Pucara Museum. Here, you will have the opportunity to get one of the local classic bull-shaped ceramics. Arrive in Puno at the end of the afternoon, where you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Puno
Day 7: PUNO (B/-/-)
Location: Puno
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a morning trip to the “People of The Lake”: the Uros. There are approximately 40 scattered islands built with totora reeds (an aquatic plant), comprising a significant archipelago inhabited by 10 to 20 families. At 3,810 MASL, you will visit two islands of the Uros to appreciate the unique beauty of the place and experience the culture and lifestyle of the locals of millenary origin. Even today they continue with their ancestral traditions, with a large Aymara influence — all linked to the totora reed. The subsistence of the Uros is based on fishing, hunting, and gathering eggs, complementing their economy with the sale of handicrafts. Spend the afternoon at leisure or choose one of the following optional activities.
Overnight in Puno
Day 8: PUNO – LIMA (BY FLIGHT) (B/-/-)
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, you will be transferred to the Juliaca Airport for your flight back to Lima. Upon arrival in Lima, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, head on a tour through Limas streets and plazas. Start the tour from the Love Park in Miraflores, with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, and head to the Huaca Pucllana, a ceremonial center of culture in Lima. From there, you will visit the Main Square where the Government Palace and Town Hall are located. Discover the Cathedral and explore the Santo Domingo Convent, along which the corridors San Martin de Porras and San Rosa de Lima used to walk around in the 17th century, and where their remains rest today. Spend the evening at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Lima
Day 9: LIMA (DEPARTURE) (B/-/-)
Location: Lima
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, at the arranged time, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
What's Included
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08 Nights accommodation at listed standard hotels or similar
Accommodation for 8 nights at the specified standard hotels or similar.
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Daily buffet breakfast
Daily buffet breakfast is included.
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02 Lunches at local restaurant
Two lunches at local restaurants are included.
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All Arrival and departure airport transfers
Transfers to and from the airport upon arrival and departure are included.
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All Transportation in AC modern vehicles
All transportation during the tour in air-conditioned modern vehicles is included.
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Services of English-speaking guide during the tours
An English-speaking guide will be available during the tours.
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All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
All sightseeing activities as per the detailed itinerary are included.
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All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary
All entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Excursion to Machu Picchu aboard Inca Rail train
An excursion to Machu Picchu aboard the Inca Rail train is included.
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Shuttle bus tickets to Machu Picchu
Shuttle bus tickets to Machu Picchu are included.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Visa fees or entrance taxes, if applicable
Visa fees or entrance taxes, if applicable, are not included.
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Items not mentioned as being included
Any items not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.
Mode of Transport
All transportation is provided in modern, air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers, a scenic bus ride from Cusco to Puno, and domestic flights between Lima, Cusco, and Juliaca.
Accommodation
Enjoy 8 nights of comfortable accommodation at listed standard hotels or similar, ensuring a restful stay throughout your Peruvian adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
All transportation is provided in modern, air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers, a scenic bus ride from Cusco to Puno, and domestic flights between Lima, Cusco, and Juliaca.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will enjoy 8 nights of comfortable accommodation at listed standard hotels or similar, ensuring a restful stay throughout your Peruvian adventure.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, daily buffet breakfast and two lunches at local restaurants are included in the tour package.
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Will there be a guide during the tours?
Yes, the services of an English-speaking guide will be available during the tours.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees for the sites mentioned in the detailed itinerary are included.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Machu Picchu?
You will take a train to Aguas Calientes, then board a bus to Machu Picchu. After a guided tour of the Lost City of the Incas, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Cusco.
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What can I expect during the visit to Lake Titicaca?
You will embark on a morning trip to visit the Uros Islands, built with totora reeds. You will visit two islands to appreciate the unique beauty and experience the culture and lifestyle of the locals.
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What is the itinerary for the first day in Lima?
Upon arrival at Lima International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore Lima, known for its Spanish Colonial architecture, extraordinary museums, and delicious cuisine.
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What optional activities are available during the leisure days in Cusco?
You can choose to book optional full or half-day tours during the leisure days in Cusco.
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What is included in the excursion to Machu Picchu?
The excursion to Machu Picchu includes a train ride aboard the Inca Rail, shuttle bus tickets to Machu Picchu, a guided tour of the site, and lunch at a local restaurant.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Peruvian Adventure
9 Days Starting in Lima, Peru and ending in Lima
Visiting: Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Puno
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur46
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 22
