Southern Peru
❮Southern Peru
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This 11 night sample itinerary includes:
- Hotel for 1 night in Lima
- Flight from Lima to Arequipa
- Hotel for 2 nights in Arequipa
- Flight from Arequipa to Puno
- Hotel for 2 nights in Puno
- Transfers from Puno to Cuzco
- Hotel for 2 nights in Sacred Valley
- Train to Machu Picchu Full Day + Guided Tour, including Transfers
- Hotel for 1 night in Machu Picchu
- Hotel for 2 nights in Cuzco
- Flight form Cuzco to Lima
- Hotel for 1 night in Lima
The most complete Itinerary of the Southern side of Peru!. Visit Lima for a chance to taste its colonial and cosmopolitan sites and its unique renowned Peruvian cuisine. Then, go to Arequipa, the so-called 'White City' which abounds with colonial mansions and churches made of white volcanic stone. Then, you will go to Lake Titicaca's town of Puno; Lake Titicaca is the world's highest navigable lake. Continue to the Sacred Valley, a magical land where Indian Markets and Incan Constructions mixed with corn fields, the Andes Mountains and picturesque towns; proceed to Machu Picchu, the New Wonder of the World. And lastly you will stay in Cuzco to discover more Incan and Colonial Sites. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Lima
Day 1Arrive to Lima
Overnight in LimaDay 2Departing from Lima
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Arequipa
Day 2Arrive to Arequipa
Overnight in ArequipaDay 3Overnight in ArequipaDay 4Departing from Arequipa
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Lake Titicaca - Puno
Day 4Arrive to Lake Titicaca - Puno
Overnight in Lake Titicaca - PunoDay 5Overnight in Lake Titicaca - PunoDay 6Departing from Lake Titicaca - Puno
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Sacred Valley
Day 6Arrive to Sacred Valley
.Cuzco Airport or Bus Station to Hotel in Sacred Valley
Overnight in Sacred ValleyDay 7Overnight in Sacred ValleyDay 8.Cuzco Airport or Bus Station to Hotel in Sacred Valley
Departing from Sacred Valley
Transportation to next city by: .Private RT Expedition Train with Machu Picchu Full Day Tour + All Transfers -
Machu Picchu
Day 8Arrive to Machu Picchu
Overnight in Machu PicchuDay 9Departing from Machu Picchu
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Cuzco
Day 9Arrive to Cuzco
Overnight in CuzcoDay 10Overnight in CuzcoDay 11Departing from Cuzco
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Lima
Day 11Arrive to Lima
Overnight in LimaDay 12Departing from Lima
Peru
Peru's wealth of archaeological treasures is the most extensive in the Americas and includes the incomparable 'Lost City' of Machu Picchu and an abundance of spectacular Incan ruins. It is also the home of breathtaking natural wonders like the Peruvian Andes, Lake Titicaca, and the vast Amazon River Basin. Here, in the cradle of Pre-Colombian civilization, more than 10,000 years of human culture survives in Peru's archaeological riches, music, dance, sophisticated cuisine, and in the spirit of its fascinating people.
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Lima
Lima is a sophisticated and cosmopolitan city that has retained much of its classic colonial architecture and pre-Columbian archaeological sites, that features many of South America's most beautiful historic museums, churches and cathedrals. The city is alive with activity in its trendy neighborhoods like Miraflores, the beach fronts of Costa Verde and Barranco, and the upscale boutiques, massive shopping plazas, and exclusive shops.
Visit the Plaza Bolivar, Plaza Italia, Plaza de Armas, Alameda Chabuca Granda Viewpoint, and much more! -
Arequipa
The beautiful and breathtaking White City of Arequipa is located in southern Peru, a magnificent city made up of sparkling white Spanish colonial style architecture on historic cobblestone streets offering visitors plenty of enticing activities. Views of the magnificent Misti Volcano can be seen from idyllic rooftop terraces, visit the awe-inspiring Colca Canyon, see the largest church in Peru and marvel at excellent museums. Sit back and relax in the bustling heart of the city at the stunning Plaza de Armas with manicured lawns, bubbling fountains and open-air eateries serving delicious local cuisine.
Visit the Plaza de Armas, Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, El Misti Volcano, Colca Canyon, Mansion del Fundador, Museo Santuarios Andinos, and much more. -
Lake Titicaca - Puno
Puno is believed to be the first hub of the indigenous migration in Peru and the birthplace of the Aymara people that existed in southern Peru before the Incas. The area is rich in archaeological sites, most notably the pre-Incan tombs of Sillustani. The main attraction here is the stunningly beautiful Lake Titicaca, and its fabled islands including the floating islands of the Uru people created entirely of dried totora reeds. Each island is unique in culture and customs, and many can be visited during day trips.
Explore the Puno City, Uros Islands, Sillustani Tombs, Amantani Island, Taquile Island, and much more! -
Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley of the Incas is one of the most alluring destinations in Peru, encompassing a chain of fascinating villages that line the Urubamba, Vilcanota and Wilkamayu Rivers. This meticulously terraced valley is the gateway to many of Peru's most spectacular archaeological sites, including the iconic lost city of Machu Picchu, two hours away by train.
Visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, Pisac Ruins, Vilcanota River, Sacred Valley, and much more! -
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is known as 'The Lost City of the Incas' protected by steep cliffs, and lush green mountains. Generally accepted as the most important and captivating archaeological sites remaining from the Incan Empire. The complex, which includes temples, residences, fountains and hundreds of steps, was declared a World Heritage site in 1983, and voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.
Visit the Inca Trail, Mandor Gardens and Waterfalls, Temple of the Moon, Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Citadel, and much more! -
Cuzco
Cuzco was the epicenter of Inca civilization until the arrival of the Spaniards in 1533. Fortunately, many stunning Incan structures have survived and helped to make Cuzco the archaeological capital of the Americas, and Peru's most popular destination. Gateway to the Sacred Valley, and the lost city of Machu Picchu, Cuzco has a seemingly endless array of historic attractions, both Incan and colonial.
Visit the Cuzco main square, Cathedral, Sol Avenue, Koricancha Temple, Kenko, Don Antonia dinner show, and much more! -
Lima
Lima is a sophisticated and cosmopolitan city that has retained much of its classic colonial architecture and pre-Columbian archaeological sites, that features many of South America's most beautiful historic museums, churches and cathedrals. The city is alive with activity in its trendy neighborhoods like Miraflores, the beach fronts of Costa Verde and Barranco, and the upscale boutiques, massive shopping plazas, and exclusive shops.
Visit the Plaza Bolivar, Plaza Italia, Plaza de Armas, Alameda Chabuca Granda Viewpoint, and much more!
Visit the Plaza Bolivar, Plaza Italia, Plaza de Armas, Alameda Chabuca Granda Viewpoint, and much more!
Visit the Plaza de Armas, Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, El Misti Volcano, Colca Canyon, Mansion del Fundador, Museo Santuarios Andinos, and much more.
Explore the Puno City, Uros Islands, Sillustani Tombs, Amantani Island, Taquile Island, and much more!
Visit the Ollantaytambo Fortress, Pisac Ruins, Vilcanota River, Sacred Valley, and much more!
Visit the Inca Trail, Mandor Gardens and Waterfalls, Temple of the Moon, Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Citadel, and much more!
Visit the Cuzco main square, Cathedral, Sol Avenue, Koricancha Temple, Kenko, Don Antonia dinner show, and much more!
Visit the Plaza Bolivar, Plaza Italia, Plaza de Armas, Alameda Chabuca Granda Viewpoint, and much more!