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Peru Encompassed Overview

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Visit Peru and explore this incredible country from Lima to Cuzco

Visit Peru and discover its highlights from Lima to Cuzco on an exciting journey that encompasses modern cities and ancient worlds. Explore Peru's lush Amazon Jungle, the epic Lake Titicaca and the vast Colca Canyon. Enjoy local homestays, hike the famed Inca Trail and be immersed in fascinating Peruvian culture while discovering its history buried deep within the walls of lost cities.

  • Discover desert mummies at Chauchilla Cemetery
  • Experience traditional Lake Titicaca life at a homestay
  • Explore the steamy Amazon Jungle
  • Nibble on guinea pig in Arequipa
  • Scale Huacachina’s sand dunes
  • Search for condors in Colca Canyon
  • Sip on a Pisco sour in Pisco
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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Day 1 Lima

Lima is a large, fascinating hotchpotch of architectural styles, coastal scenes, world cuisines, impressive museums, traditional culture and modern arts and nightlife.

Day 2 Pisco

While Pisco may have lent its name to Peru's most famous drink, this seaside city is also known for being the gateway to the Ballestas Islands.

Day 3 Nazca

Rebuilt completely after a devastating earthquake in 1996, Nazca is home to the mysterious Nazca Lines and a city of colourful houses with a pretty main square.

Days 4-5 Arequipa

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

Days 6-7 Chivay/Colca Canyon

Over twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, and with Andean Condors soaring high above, the Colca Canyon commands reverie.

Days 8-10 Puno/Lake Titicaca

Puno is a 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. Crossing the border of Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca is the largest lake in South America and has some fascinating islands and hefty-sized frogs living within its waters.

Days 11-12 Cuzco

Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and a city with majestic architecture, impressive ruins, a lively town centre and cultural significance around every cobblestone corner.

Days 13-16 Inca Trail/Machu Picchu

Winding around mountains, through valleys and up steep slopes, the iconic Inca Trail is a series of beautiful vistas and challenging hikes all the way to Machu Picchu. Built sometime in the 15th century and rediscovered in 1911, the staggering ruins of Machu Picchu were thought to be an estate for the Incan emperor, Pachacuti.

Day 17 Cuzco

A World Heritage site set amongst red-green hills with ruins scattered close by, Cuzco is impressive in every way - be it history, culture, nightlife or architecture.

Days 18-19 Amazon Jungle

Puerto Maldonado, a small city sitting on the confluence of the Tambopata and Madre de Dios rivers, is the gateway to trips into Peru's incredible Amazon Jungle.

Days 20-21 Lima

Founded in 1535, Lima still has a wealth of colonial buildings and grandiose churches, plus there are many interesting museums and great restaurants to enjoy.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Lima, Peru

  • Finish:

    Lima, Peru

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    19 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nts), Homestay (2 nts), Hotel (13 nts), Jungle Lodge (2 nts)

  • Transport:

    Boat, Bus, Canoe, Plane, Van

  • Included activities:

    (Don't use) Chauchilla Cemetery, Guided jungle walks, La Calera hot springs, Lake Titicaca boat tour & homestay, Leader-led walking tour, Trekking

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    565kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    A single supplement is available on this trip. On the following nights the single supplement is not available:

    Days 6-7 Colca Canyon
    Day 9 Lake Titicaca
    Days 13-15 Inca Trail
    Days 18-19 Amazon Jungle


    Inca Trail permits are sold on request basis only. Once deposit is paid and passport details provided, Intrepid will endeavour to secure a permit for you.

    If Inca Trail permits are unavailable by the time you book, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail instead.

    The Inca Trail closes in February to allow cleaning and restoration works. If the trek portion of your trip starts in February you will be automatically booked to hike the Inca Quarry Trail.

    Should you choose not to hike at all, please let us know in writing at the time of booking so alternative arrangements can be made. Without this prior warning, local fees may apply.

    Important information regarding new regulations and booking procedures for the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
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You must check that permits are available for the date you start the Inca Trail. For example, if your trip starts on July 11, and the Inca Trail starts on day 4, you will need your permit on July 14.

This information should be used as a guide only as availability may change by the time we receive your request.

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Inca Trail permits may still be available, please contact us so we can check the current availability and make arrangements for you.

Alternative Routes

Inca Trail permits are now sold out. However, you can opt to hike the Inca Quarry Trail - with spectacular and diverse sceneries this trek is an exceptional alternative to the very busy Inca Trail. Alternatively, travel by train through the picturesque Urubamba Valley to Aguas Calientes. Both options include a visit to Machu Picchu! Please contact us to arrange the one that suits you best!